Buenas Saunders in final season as a Lumberjack Aug 29, 2008
After graduating from Buena in 2004 he attended New Mexico Highlands University in Las Vegas, N.M., and had 15 catches for 200 yards and two touchdowns as a freshman. Despite a productive first season, on the field Saunders was not long for Highlands. (Sierra Vista Herald, AZ)
Hunt, Pino prep for all-star game Jul 15, 2008
Hunt and Pino reported to New Mexico Highlands University on Monday and have begun preparing with their new teams for the game on Friday night. It's been awesome so far, Hunt said as basketballs bounced in the background. (Grants Cibola County Beacon, NM)
Five Hawks named to North/South team May 30, 2008
The basketball and football games will be played on consecutive nights on July 18-19 at New Mexico Highlands University in Las Vegas. By Will Kie. (Grants Cibola County Beacon, NM)
Tough enough:Apaches second in rodeo dedicated to breast cancer awareness Feb 25, 2008
FORT HUACHUCA Cochise College edged New Mexico Highlands University to finish second in the men s portion of the MWR/Sierra Vista Riding Club Cochise College No. 2 Rodeo. Advertisement. (Sierra Vista Herald, AZ)
Schmidly: University tax will be excellent return on investment Jan 31, 2008
Plans also include partnerships with New Mexico Highlands University and New Mexico State University, so students can enroll in a two-year community college degree program by CNM, with options to continue toward a bachelor s degree at Highlands, NMSU or UNM, with graduate programs in fields like tourism and hospitality management, allied health, education, aerospace and engineering without having to drive an hour or more to the UNM main campus. This is the best investment taxpayers can make,... (Rio Rancho Observer, NM)
College Classes Coming to Moriarty Jan 18, 2008
New Mexico Highlands University is performing a needs assessment to "look at the possibility" before making a commitment, said Sean Weaver, a university spokesman. On Jan. 10, representatives from both degree-granting institutions met with Moriarty-Edgewood School District and city officials, as well as area business owners and others, to discuss an undertaking that began in August 2006, said Geri Salazar, the Moriarty city grants administrator. (Cedar Crest East Mountain Telegraph, NM)
Conservationist Surprised With Star Award Dec 28, 2007
The award was presented to Tarr during a state meeting of soil and water conservation districts on Oct. 24 at New Mexico Highlands University in Las Vegas. Because of a public relations department delay, the award was announced by Agriculture Secretary I. Miley Gonzalez on Dec. 12, according to Marsha Wright, soil and water conservation specialist with the state agency. (Cedar Crest East Mountain Telegraph, NM)
Code Talkers' reunion shows their numbers are dwindling Dec 1, 2007
In the subsequent years, he finished up his undergraduate work at New Mexico Highlands University and eventually went on to the University of Wyoming for his graduate work. Billy worked in education for 40 years. (AZCentral -- News)
95% of Youth Summit Participants Feel Supported by Family Nov 2, 2007
Survey statistics were interpreted by Mark Dyke, an associate professor who teaches research and statistics at New Mexico Highlands University. Dyke is also a former Torrance County office manager for protective services for the state Children, Youth and Families Department. (Cedar Crest East Mountain Telegraph, NM)
Kept in perspective: Tailback eyes wins as he nears rushing record Sep 28, 2007
The Eagles have their sights set all right, but only on their second Rocky Mountain Athletic Conference contest of the season, when they host New Mexico Highlands University of Las Vegas, N.M., on Saturday. The Eagles homecoming clash with the Cowboys is set for 1:30 p.m. on Elliott Field at Don Beebe Stadium in Chadron. (Rapid City Journal, SD)
Pining for a chance at a head coaching job Sep 4, 2007
For Rex, it followed stints at Eastern Kentucky, New Mexico Highlands University and Morehead (Ky. State. (USA Today -- Sports)
Those with football Aug 21, 2007
Seated behind Trujillo was Eugene Drapeau, the father of junior Zach Drapeau, whose brother was a senior last year and now plays at New Mexico Highlands University. Eugene will have to split a lot of time between Rio Rancho and Las Vegas to keep up; it was easier last season, when his sons were teammates. (Rio Rancho Observer, NM)
Hitting the ground running Aug 18, 2007
Palmieri, who played Division II football at New Mexico Highlands University, was 24-6 and won two district titles in District 11 in his three years as coach of the Gators. Not bad for a fledging coach with a fledgling program. (Huntersville Herald, NC)
Sidelines: White named GBL pitcher of the week Jul 13, 2007
White, 24, a starting rookie pitcher for Yuma and a native of Chico out of New Mexico Highlands University, pitched back-to-back complete games during the week, including a three-hit shutout over the Long Beach Armada. He went 2-0 with a 0. (Yahoo News -- Auto Racing)
New UNM president: RR campus about 2 years away Jul 12, 2007
But first, come partnerships among UNM and the City of Rio Rancho, CNM and even New Mexico Highlands University and New Mexico State University, which would make course offerings available for college freshmen. And, like he had in Oklahoma to send students and faculty in both directions, add a "Lobo bus" to facilitate transportation. (Rio Rancho Observer, NM)
Home away from home Jun 24, 2007
Prado went on to star at New Mexico Highlands University, while Gipson won a national title at Oregon State last year. "The first day at (the Scorpions) meet and greet it was kind of funny to see each other's face again," Prado said. (Yuma Daily Sun, AZ)
Attorney general to host workshops Jun 16, 2007
The first event will be held Thursday, June 28, from 1 to 4 p.m. at the New Mexico Highlands University, Donnelly Library Annex, in Las Vegas. The second event will be held Friday, June 29, from 9 a.m. to noon at the Raton High School Media Center. (Raton Range, AL)
Girl, schmirl. This kid can play baseball Jun 15, 2007
"Figuring things out isn't hard for Jordan, whose mother, Rebecca, teaches science at the Mid-High, where she also coaches volleyball and softball.Some of Jordan's athletic genes obviously came from Mom, who played basketball and softball at Bernalillo High School (Class of 1987) and then extended her athletic career by playing volleyball and basketball at New Mexico Highlands University, where she met Carl.Jordan began playing sports when she was about 4, Rebecca Bruere said. Even before that,... (Rio Rancho Observer, NM)
Ultimate Fighting: Blood, guts and pay-per-view Jun 2, 2007
Forget for the moment that Mr. Jardine holds a degree in human performance and sport from New Mexico Highlands University (you can look it up), that he is a former football player and rugby player, and more gym rat than street thug. In appearance, he is all cartoon menace, as is his opponent, Houston Alexander African-American, same shaved head, same intimidating countenance, equally ominous nickname (The Assassin) but minus the college degree. (Globe and Mail)
Departures replenished for Cochise men's hoops May 24, 2007
Thomas Helgeland, a freshman from Buena High School in Sierra Vista, is foregoing his sophomore year of junior college ball to transfer to New Mexico Highlands University in Las Vegas, N.M.. As for the next season s class, Carrillo has the benefit of having had several redshirted and grayshirted players already on campus last spring. (Sierra Vista Herald, AZ)
10:08 am: New Mexico soldier killed in Iraq May 13, 2007
Gutierrez, a 1983 graduate of West Las Vegas High School and a 1987 graduate of New Mexico Highlands University, was assigned to the Area Support Group in Arijan, Kuwait. Marine Lance Cpl. Shane P. Harris, 23, of Las Vegas, killed Sept. 3, 2006, in Al Anbar province. (Santa Fe New Mexican)
Vannoy inks full ride to Highlands May 9, 2007
The sophomore middle blocker, who will receive her Associate in Arts degree in business from TC in two weeks, has accepted a "full ride" scholarship to New Mexico Highlands University in Las Vegas, N.M.. "I'll be going from one Las Vegas to another Las Vegas, but the one in New Mexico is a much smaller town," she said. (Taft Daily Midway Driller, CA)
Bucknell Wrestling Adds 13 Newcomers to the Roster for 2007-08 Apr 21, 2007
father wrestled at New Mexico Highlands University. lettered in wrestling, soccer, cross country and golf at Belen High School. (Bucknellbison.com)
Online criminal justice courses to be offered Apr 7, 2007
Martinez said all instructors of these WebCT courses will receive formal training in on-line instruction at New Mexico Highlands University. For more information, interested students may contact Martinez at 454-5378 or 800-588-7232, ext. (Raton Range, AL)
Scandal Players Donated to Richardson Apr 3, 2007
Aragon resigned from the Senate in mid-2004 to become president of New Mexico Highlands University. According to the indictment, Aragon helped secure financing for the courthouse project and played a role in selecting contractors. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- World)
Key people involved in the indictment Mar 30, 2007
Who he is: Retired from the Senate in 2004 to take the presidency of New Mexico Highlands University. Under pressure from University regents and faculty, he took a $200,000 buyout to leave in 2006. (Albuquerque Tribune)
Wildcats Name Assistant Coach Mar 23, 2007
Smith has also had assistant coaching positions at Indiana University of Pennsylvania, New Mexico Highlands University and Frostburg State University. As a player, Smith was a three-year starter at defensive back at Frostburg State University. (Villanova.com)
Public input needed for health care campaign Mar 20, 2007
Jordon Johnson is a Health Care for All steering committee member and a Masters of Social Work candidate at New Mexico Highlands University. For more information on the Health Care for All Campaign, call (505) 314-0656 or visit www. (Rio Rancho Observer, NM)
ISHEE NAMED SOUTHEAST WOMEN'S BASKETBALL COACH Mar 6, 2007
Ishee, a 19-year veteran at the collegiate level, came to Southeast from New Mexico Highlands University, an NCAA Division II institution, where he served as head coach of the Cowgirls' basketball team. During the 2001-2002 season, he finished with a 22-10 record at the helm of the women's basketball program at Life University in Georgia. (Gosoutheast.com)
Rio Rancho wins RAMble in Rio Feb 22, 2007
Although he couldn't look forward to improving upon his status or help the Rams defend their title in 2008, Midence has something else to look forward to: the 2008 football season, when he'll be playing at New Mexico Highlands University. 103-Nathaniel Lujan, only an eighth-grader, who finished fifth after a 16-0 technical fall over West Mesa's Arthur Martinez. (Rio Rancho Observer, NM)
3 Rams sign letters of intent with state colleges Feb 10, 2007
Soon, linebacker Adolfo Midence and tight end Wes Drapeau will be teammates again at New Mexico Highlands University. Offensive lineman Kyle Rodriguez will head east, to play two years at New Mexico Military Institute. (Rio Rancho Observer, NM)
Campus fixture delivers the news Jan 23, 2007
He attended New Mexico Highlands University on a basketball scholarship where he studied physical education for two years. In 1977, Shelton moved with his parents to Albuquerque when they were offered jobs here. (The Daily Lobo, NM)
Jardine climbs UFC's ladder Dec 30, 2006
Keith Jardine was a defensive line coach at tiny New Mexico Highlands University. And though he didn't exactly see it as a dead-end job, he felt a lot more connection with the players on the field than with the coaches. (Las Vegas Review-Journal -- Sports)
Muir among 3 finalists for New Mexico Highlands presidentPosted on Dec. 1 Dec 2, 2006
LAS VEGAS, N.M. - New Mexico Highlands University has pared the list of finalists for its next president from seven to three, including a former University of Montana vice president. The finalists, two of them women, will visit the campus next week. (Missoulian, MT)
UM professor tries for N.M. university’s top spot Nov 25, 2006
A professor and former administrator at the University of Montana is among seven candidates vying to become the next president of New Mexico Highlands University. Lois Muir is a professor of psychology and former provost and vice president for academic affairs at UM in Missoula, Mont. (Havre Daily News, MT)
Former UM administrator a candidate for N.M. president's job Nov 24, 2006
LAS VEGAS, N.M. - A professor and former administrator at the University of Montana is among seven candidates vying to become the next president of New Mexico Highlands University. Lois Muir is a professor of psychology and former provost and vice president for academic affairs at UM in Missoula, Mont. (Helena Independent Record)
Lifelong author shares vocation with MICMS students Nov 23, 2006
" The couple has lived on Pine Island for 13 years. Loretta's background is from all around the world and Gerald has lived in five different states and Jamaica. They met in college in New Mexico (New Mexico Highlands University) and have been married for more than forty years. For Gerald, he knew he was going to be a writer back in sixth grade. "I found myself writing a novel in imitation of something I was reading at that time," he said. "Now I would look back on that and say, 'Well this is... (Marco Island Sun-Times, FL)
Bernalillo High School enjoyed gridiron turnaround Nov 23, 2006
(The son of a former New Mexico Highlands University All-American wrest-ler, Lucero also found time to play soccer this season, too. . (Rio Rancho Observer, NM)
Thursday Back in Time 11-16-2006 Nov 17, 2006
Jerry Cain, Wayland s student recruiter, has resigned to be campus minister at New Mexico Highlands University. Nov. 17, 1996: Delbert Morris of Tulia, a retired DPS trooper, travels with his performing Wooly Bully Robot Band. (Plainview Daily Herald, TX)
Three statewide office holders run unopposed Oct 24, 2006
Sattgast, after leaving the military, completed his masters in public administration New Mexico Highlands University. Sattgast served as director for the SD Association of County Officials for the six years prior to becoming State Auditor. (Black Hills Pioneer, SD)
Start of softball season a hit Oct 3, 2006
Media Credit: Alex Albrecht / Daily LoboFreshman pitcher Tori Rogers follows through on a pitch during the Lobos' 11-4 win over New Mexico Highlands University on Saturday at Lobo Field. by Brandon Call. (The Daily Lobo, NM)
Highlands staying put in RR Sep 26, 2006
New Mexico Highlands University officials announced during Thursday's open house that they had heard rumors of their withdrawal from Rio Rancho and none of them is true. "New Mexico Highlands is committed to Rio Rancho," Regent Chairman Javier Gonzales said. (Rio Rancho Observer, NM)
By Cindy Skalsky Aug 9, 2006
In 2004, Jubb received the distinguished alumnus award from his alma mater, New Mexico Highlands University in Las Vegas, N.M., where he majored in biology. Jubb is expected to attend the ribbon-cutting on Monday morning at the University of Arizona Science ology Park on Rita Road in Tucson. (Sierra Vista Herald, AZ)
Former RRPS administrator dies Jul 31, 2006
A New Mexico native who grew up in Las Vegas, Herrera held a B.A. degree from New Mexico Highlands University and a master's from the University of New Mexico. He was one of the first faculty members at what was then the Albuquerque Technical-Vocational Institute (then TVI, now CNMCC), and worked for Bechtel Corporation in Jubail, Saudi Arabia, and then at Northern New Mexico Community College before joining the Rio Rancho Public Schools. (Rio Rancho Observer, NM)
Tony Benford Named Assistant Men's Basketball Coach Jul 13, 2006
Benford also has a son, Jeremy (24), who played basketball at New Mexico Highlands University. (Utahstateaggies.com)
John Ishee Joins Redhawks Women's Basketball Coaching Staff Jun 1, 2006
Ishee, a veteran of 19 years of collegiate coaching experience, comes to Southeast from Division II New Mexico Highlands University where he served as head coach of the Cowgirls last season ... 586 winning percentage) including a 12-14 record last season at New Mexico Highlands University. (Gosoutheast.com)
More of this story May 27, 2006
Once summer ends she will head off to Las Vegas, where she has accepted a scholarship to play softball at New Mexico Highlands University. Her message to the youth of Grants who aspire to play college sports. (Grants Cibola County Beacon, NM)
5 Hopefuls Square Off For Sheriff's Badge May 26, 2006
EDUCATION: Moriarty High School, New Mexico Highlands University, UNM and University of Central Oklahoma. LAW ENFORCEMENT/WORK EXPERIENCE: Eight years in the U.S. Air Force, nine years in law enforcement in Oklahoma, four years with the Torrance County Sheriff's Department. (Cedar Crest East Mountain Telegraph, NM)
Balderas meets with Pakistani foreign minister Apr 22, 2006
As a result of the student forum, Balderas has contacted New Mexico Highlands University to explore the possibility of a strategic relationship between NMHU and Quaid-e-Azam Unversity. Both President Manny Aragon and Dr. Abbass Manafy, chair of the NMHU Political Science Department, expressed a strong interest in developing learning opportunities for their international relations students. (Raton Range, AL)
This Weekend Apr 19, 2006
"Faces of Woman," featuring art that celebrates the feminine, will run from Saturday through March 31 at New Mexico Highlands University in Las Vegas, N.M. The artists' reception will be Saturday from 1 to 3 p.m. For more information, call Rose at 384-1058 or the Las Vegas Arts Council at 425-1085. Library Holding Youth Art Sessions In celebration of Youth Art Month, the East Mountain Library will offer a "Make It It" session each Saturday during March, starting this weekend. (Cedar Crest East Mountain Telegraph, NM)
