Event Showcasing Women in Literature Held In Miller Library

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Silver City, N.M. – The Women’s Voices: Past and Present event was held at the Western New Mexico University Miller Library this past Thursday evening. Here, women’s literature, poetry, and speech were acknowledged, demonstrating the struggles and success they’ve had in recent and past years. The event began with Mary Leen, an English professor at

Black Student Union Launches On Campus

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Silver City, NM- On the heels of Black History Month coming to a close in 2017, and an entire month of events being held around campus, WNMU has officially launched a Black Student Union on campus. This organization is open for the general student population to join, but its main focus is on students that

Academy of Arts and Sciences Host 89th Academy Awards

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Hollywood, CA- The Academy of Arts and Sciences hosted their 89th Academy Award ceremony on Sunday, February 26, with late night talk show host Jimmy Kimmel serving as master of ceremonies for the event. The award show spotlights excellence in both short form and long form filmmaking, including technical categories such as sound editing and

Madison Jones Hopes to Bring New Ideas to ASWNMU

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Silver City, NM- Madison Jones says that if she was in a crayon box, her crayon would be Magnariliam, because it’s not dark or intense, but rather it is light and is useful wherever it’s needed. Hopefully this quality will translate well as she takes on the position of Senator in ASWNMU. Madison is 20

Student Government Appoints New Senator

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Silver City, N.M. – The Student Government of Western New Mexico University recently selected Kymbra Espinosa as Senator for District 9. She is not new to student government as she served as senator last year for extended WNMU campuses such as Deming, T or C, and Lordsburg. What interests Kymbra about student government is the

Student Art Showcased At McCray Gallery

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Silver City, N.M.- The opening for the Student Juried Art Show was held at McCray Gallery today and there was plenty on display from the talented students of WNMU. From huge bronze pieces, to woven fabrics, oil paintings, and photography, there was just about every type of medium offered in classes at WNMU from students

Native American Student Organization Hold Panel; Discusses Standing Rock

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Silver City, NM- Last December, the Native American Student Organization traveled to Standing Rock, North Dakota to help those opposing the Delta Access Pipeline, that is currently back under construction. NASO Advisor and Director of Residence and Housing Paulo Veltri, Professor Scott Fritz, NASO President Benita Harry and special guests Orlando Cruz and Algun Croriz

Student Wellness: Selecting the Right Roommate

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It’s time to start thinking about roommate arrangements for next year, which can be both exciting and slightly nerve-racking. Take some time to sit down and think about the kinds of traits you want in a roommate. Think about your personality, and the sort of people you would get along with. If you already have