Sep 18, 2024 Chacon Park's New Gazebo is Officially Open! Northern New Mexico College (NNMC) is thrilled to announce the completion of a stunning new gazebo at Chacon Park, nestled on the historic El Rito campus. This beautiful addition not only enhances the park's aesthetic appeal but also serves as a welcoming gathering space for the El Rito community and visitors alike. The gazebo project was made possible through the generosity of Rio Arriba County Commissioner Moises Morales Jr., who allocated county funds to support the enhancement of this cherished community space. The structure is designed to provide a serene environment for relaxation, community events, and social gatherings, reflecting...

Sep 16, 2024 NNMC Hosts Mesa Prieta Petroglyph Project’s 25th Anniversary Celebration Northern New Mexico College (NNMC) proudly hosted the Mesa Prieta Petroglyph Project’s 25th anniversary celebration on September 13-14, 2024. The event brought together community leaders, project founders, and passionate advocates to commemorate two and a half decades of remarkable efforts in preserving and protecting one of New Mexico's most significant archaeological treasures. Mesa Prieta, located in the Española Valley, is home to an estimated 100,000 petroglyphs dating back centuries, making it one of the largest collections of its kind in North America. Since its founding in 1999, the project has been dedicated to three key goals:...

Sep 12, 2024 Española Education Leader Glorianna D. Atencio Donates $106,000 to Northern New Mexico College Scholarship Fund Northern New Mexico College (NNMC) is thrilled to announce a generous donation of $106,000 to the NNMC Scholarship Fund from Ms. Glorianna D. Atencio, President and CEO of the Española Education Association. This significant contribution will help support the educational dreams of students in northern New Mexico, furthering access to higher education and providing crucial financial assistance. Ms. Atencio, a long-time educator and passionate advocate for students, has had an illustrious career that spans decades, shaping the lives of countless children in Española. A graduate of Loretta Heights College in Denver, she began her teaching...

Sep 11, 2024 Empowering Cosmetology and Barbering Students Northern New Mexico College (NNMC) is taking significant steps to support its Cosmetology and Barbering students, thanks to a combination of generous contributions and exciting hands-on opportunities. President Hector Balderas recently donated barbering and cosmetology tools to the college’s Cosmetology Program, ensuring that students have access to the high-quality equipment they need to master their craft. This donation aligns with President Balderas’ broader vision of empowering students through practical education and community support. "We are investing in our students' futures by providing the tools and resources...

Sep 04, 2024 KRQE's New Mexico Frontiers video features innovative NNMC Parkinson’s glove project KRQE's New Mexico Frontiers spotlighted a remarkable project to develop a glove to relieve Parkinson's symptoms, developed by Northern New Mexico College Associate Professor Steve Cox, his engineering students and Española Valley High School Math, Engineering, Science Achievement (MESA) students. KRQE’s Chad Brummett produced the segment, which really captures the essence of the project and the impact it can have on community members with Parkinson’s. Northern thanks Ed Villarejo, who agreed to be filmed as he was fitted with a prototype of the glove.