The latest episode of the UNM podcast It’s (Probably) Not Rocket Science features Vice President for Research Ellen Fisher speaking about the university’s research portfolio, the role of her office, and the work to make New Mexico an innovator in areas like quantum science.Learn more and get the podcast.
Feeling buried under administrative tasks or like you’re juggling caretaking responsibilities? In this candid conversation, University of New Mexico faculty at different career stages as shared practical strategies for reclaiming time for research and the work that matters most. There’s no one-size-fits-all solution, but their insights might spark ideas to help you take control of […] Read More
The speaker lineup is here for the April 22 UNM Faculty Lightning Lounge, from 3:30-4:30 p.m in Zimmerman Library Waters Room. This is the last one of the spring semester, so we hope you’ll join us! This month’s speakers are Lydia Tapia, a professor of computer science whose talk is “In AI We Trust. […] Read More
The list of Teaching Excellence Awards presented by the Center for Teaching and Learning is out! See who you know on the list over on the UNM News website.
Funding from the UNM Women in STEM Awards has helped researchers across campus with a variety of novel projects, including the development of software to 3-D print with adobe material, documenting the links between microplastics and respiratory distress, and identifying justice implications in artificial intelligence. Faculty chosen for the award over nine years also have […] Read More
Editor’s note: In 2016, the National Science Foundation gave a group of leaders at the University of New Mexico a shot at reimagining how the university could best recruit, retain and promote women and minority STEM faculty. Over time, the five-year, $3.3 million project became known as the ADVANCE at UNM initiative and grew into […] Read More
Students chosen for the multimedia communication internship gained experience in interviewing, digital content, analytics and teamwork
Editor’s note: This Women in STEM Award winner profile is part of a series of stories that explores what recipients have been working on since the awards began in 2106.
UNM librarians and faculty publish article outlining promise of ChatGPT to reduce cataloging backlog Three UNM librarians have published an article in the latest edition of Technical Services Quarterly exploring how a popular large language model can be used to get more books entered into the library system. The co-authors on the […] Read More
Geography professor joins prestigious association UNM Geography Professor Maria Lane has been named as a fellow of the American Association of Geographers. Lane called it a special honor and said she had not expected to be selected. “It was a huge honor just to be nominated, and I’m humbled to receive this recognition […] Read More
Collaborating across disciplines can spark discovery — but it also brings unique challenges, especially when collaboratively drafting grant proposals. This workshop explored strategies for navigating team dynamics in interdisciplinary research at the proposal stage, from building trust to managing expectations around writing. Learn practical approaches to foster productive, inclusive, and resilient collaborations. Presenters included UNM […] Read More
A new committee appointed by Interim Provost and Executive Vice President for Academic Affairs Barbara Rodríguez will guide the university on ethical and strategic uses of artificial intelligence on campus. Chosen faculty are from computer science, law and education, among other disciplines. Staff appointees represent UNM units including the Center for Teaching and Learning, Information […] Read More
Ray Hernández-Durán, a UNM art history professor, was recently named as a regents’ professor for his teaching, research and community impact over the past 22 years. Read more on the UNM News website. More UNM faculty news
Four UNM branch campus faculty are set to speak Feb. 18 from 3:30 – 4:30 as part of the first UNM Faculty Lightning Lounge of the semester. Participants are: Tammi Duncan-Teller, an assistant professor of Biology at UNM-Valencia, whose talk is “Integrating Research into Microbiology Labs;” Virginia Grant, an assistant professor of English at […] Read More
A sculpture created by UNM assistant professor of interdisciplinary art Stephanie Woods has been acquired by the Perry Art Collection. Woods completed the sculpture last summer during a prestigious art residency. Learn more about the work on the UNM News website.
UNM Parking and Transportation Services has a new on-demand ride service for anyone on campus in the evening hours. Call 505-706-3430 for dispatch. Learn more.
This spring, we are hosting a variety of workshops for all faculty, including several in collaboration with the Faculty Development Research Office. Some of our featured events will teach you the best ways to revise your proposals after getting reviewer comments; how to navigate the dynamics of interdisciplinary teams; and how to reclaim your […] Read More
UNM Online is recognizing nine online instructors who participated in fall 2025 Foundational Course Design Review. The review is “collaborative initiative to enhance the online learning experience for students. With support from the Center for Teaching & Learning (CTL), instructors received personalized instructional design guidance and valuable feedback through an external review process. This initiative is […] Read More
