2024 RLSH Staff Recruitment Brochure

STAFF RECRUITMENT BROCHURE

THE UNIVERSITY OF NEW MEXICO

NEXT TO THE SANDIA MOUNTAINS

Live and work in a historic city on an expansive mesa a mile above sea level. A city that’s simultaneously cosmopolitan and soulful, urban and rural, and brimming with light and possibilities. This is Albuquerque. A friendly place just around the corner from ordinary, on land bisected by historic Route 66 and the great Rio Grande, a stone’s throw from the monumental Sandia Mountains. Named for their sunset-crimson hue— “sandia” is the Spanish word for “watermelon”—they appear to leap out of the landscape to the east, and serve as an awe-inspiring example of the kind of wild, natural beauty that wraps around everything here and rushes off in every direction throughout the state. You’ll see.

ON A PLATEAU BELOW A GREAT SKY

It’s just kind of different here. Bigger. It seems to sweep much higher overhead, but also reaches down to kiss the sun-tanned plateau from horizon to horizon. Because that’s what the sky does over the largest city in the fifth-largest state in the country. It collaborates with thousands of wide-open miles of some of the most untamed territory in the Southwest to make an unforgettable impression on you. To inspire you.

Hello!

Let me be among the first to thank you for your interest in The University of New Mexico’s department of Residence Life & Student Housing. We are so excited to have you consider what it would mean to be a part of our team, and I look forward to what you’ll share with us through the recruitment process!

I want to start with a note on our recruitment processes and philosophies—we want you to be able to bring your best, and we recognize that your best may come in a variety of forms. You are wonderful just as you are, so we hope you will come to us as you are, because we will do the same in return.

Residence Life & Student Housing at The University of New Mexico is proud to be the housing department of the flagship university for New Mexico; and we take our role on this campus seriously. I want everyone who chooses to join our team to be someone who can actively push themselves and our department to excellence, everyday. We won’t be perfect, but we can always aim to achieve excellence in what we do, where we are, with what we have.

In roles with our Residence Education team, you have the chance to work with both students and student staff. You will get to advise and supervise, and it is our hope that these experiences will help you develop on both a personal and professional level. We encourage you to try new things and take risks to ensure the best experience possible for the students. Because, at the end of the day, the students are at the heart and center of our work. Watching students and student staff grow and develop is my favorite part of this job, and I hope that you find it as amazing as I have.

Make no mistake, this job will be rewarding, but it will also be challenging. As a department, we are here for you in those moments. Part of actively pushing ourselves to excellence means being honest about when we need help. As a team, we have experienced a broad array of all that housing can throw at staff. We’ve seen the good, the bad, and the ugly, and are still here; so know that if you join us, you’re coming into a community of care and support.

As I said, I am so excited to have you as a member of our staff team. Please don’t hesitate to reach out to any member of your search team if you have any questions, and hope to get to meet you!

Sincerely,

MEGAN CHIBANGA

Director, Residence Life & Student Housing

MISSION & VALUES

OUR MISSION OUR VALUES

“TO FOSTER INCLUSIVE, COMMUNITY-BASED LIVING ENVIRONMENTS CONSCIOUSLY DESIGNED FOR OUR RESIDENTS’ PERSONAL GROWTH AND ACADEMIC SUCCESS IN WELL-MAINTAINED FACILITIES.”

Quality: Through continuous evaluation and student feedback, UNM Residence Life and Student Housing seeks to meet a high standard of excellence within our facilities, services and processes.

Caring: UNM Residence Life and Student Housing strives to create an environment of success for every individual resident. All of our student and professional staff are highly trained and compassionate individuals who help residents connect to campus resources, personalize their housing experience, and achieve personal and academic goals.

Learning: The UNM residence halls are an extension of the collegiate academic environment. We believe that by living on campus, residents have the opportunity to learn and grow beyond the classroom. The programs, activities and initiatives within our residence halls aim to develop residents into well-rounded individuals.

Community: UNM Residence Life and Student Housing embraces the idea that communities are comprised of diverse individuals from all walks of life. We nurture healthy, thriving communities that help residents feel connected to each other, as well as the institution. Residents are encouraged to participate as active and engaged citizens within their living areas.

LIVE, LEARN, GROW

At UNM Housing, we make it our mission for residents to feel comfortable and at home. UNM Housing is more than just a place to sleep. It’s a community where you will be sustained in the company of lifelong friends you have yet to meet.

STUDENT STAFF PROFILE

JAMES P.

Senior, Intl. Secondary Education

Kansas City, MO Student Hall Coordinator

“I am very grateful for the time that I have spent with Residence Life and Student Housing. Starting as a member of Student Safety, becoming a Resident Advisor and finally a Student Hall Coordinator—I have experienced an education in and of itself! Along with providing me with some wonderful friendships, Res Life has taught me how to be a better student, friend and leader. Be it growing in empathy for others, getting on top of deadlines, or mastering the art of crafting, I am thankful for the opportunities and applicable lessons that Residence Life and Student Housing has given me.”

STUDENT STAFF PROFILE

MERIT W.

Senior, History & Political Science

Albuquerque, New Mexico Student Hall Coordinator

“Working for Residence Life and Student Housing has been an opportunity that has given me a place to grow, not only as a professional but also as an individual. I truly believe that the housing experience is a valuable one that it can benefit anyone that enters it—whether they work for UNM Housing, or simply reside within the halls. I have spent the better part of three years working to improve the community that I live in through programs and intentional interactions. Overall, my experience with Residence Life and Student Housing has been one that has fundamentally changed my skills as a leader and as a member of an overall community.”

ABOUT US

RESIDENCE LIFE & STUDENT HOUSING

The Resident Education Unit is an integral part of Residence Life and Student Housing and reports to the Director. Resident Education is responsible for creating and maintaining a positive and healthy student life program in the residence halls including community development, educational programming, peer support, and student discipline. While the organizational structure of the Resident Education may change to meet the needs of the department, it will generally consist of the following groups:

PROFESSIONAL STAFF (PRO STAFF) :

The Director of Residence Life and Student Housing, the Assistant Director of Residence Life (ADRL), and the live-in Area & Hall Coordinators who are full time University staff members. These are considered to be the professional members of the ResEd senior staff.

AREA COORDINATOR (AC) :

The Area Coordinators are the most senior members of the live-in staff. They are responsible for supervising a Student Hall Coordinator and the professional Hall Coordinators in their area of assignment. The Area Coordinators also have responsibility for a major operational element for the residence education unit, such as student leadership or the Living Learning Program.

HALL COORDINATOR (HC) :

Hall Coordinators are full-time live-in professionals who are responsible for managing one community, including advising Community Association, RA staff supervision, and overall building management.

STUDENT HALL COORDINATOR (SHC) :

Considered a member of the ResEd senior staff, this person has building supervision responsibilities, but works closely with their Area Coordinator. This includes advising a Community Association, staff supervision, and building management components.

RESIDENT ADVISORS (RA) & SENIOR RESIDENT ADVISORS (SRA) :

Live-In student staff members who live on a floor, wing, house or building, who have the primary responsibility of building a community amongst their residents which is welcoming of all and pushes the residents to grow through new experiences. SRAs have added responsibilities to assist the Hall Coordinators as they manage the community.

COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT ASSISTANTS (CDA) :

Live-in CDAs work closely with the building staffs and Community Associations to provide additional programming and community development efforts to enhance the resident experience.

DESK ATTENDANTS (DA) :

Hourly student staff who work at the area desks and assist with major operational elements of the resident experience, including check-in and check-out.

MAIL ATTENDANTS (MA) :

Hourly student staff who work in the mailroom on main campus to post mail daily and distribute resident packages.

REC ATTENDANTS :

Hourly student staff who work in the Hokona Cellar game room and assist the RLSH Programmer with system wide programming.

STUDENT SAFETY :

Student staff patrol the residence hall area throughout the day and alert the RA staff to possible issues. Safety staff also regularly assist the RA staff in incident response and provide escorts to vendors, students, staff, and interdepartmental maintenance.

BUSINESS OPERATIONS

Business Operations is responsible for various business operations that support the mission of Residence Life and Student Housing. RLSH is a selfsupporting auxiliary operation, which means we must operate our housing operations in a fiscally responsible model, managing a $10 million revenue budget and occupancy, to support all costs related to staffing, maintaining and operating university housing programs and facilities. Business Operations units include Marketing & Communications; Occupancy, data management & systems support; Revenues management including forecasts, revenues charges and billing; support for the UNM freshman residency requirement (FRR) ; Summer Conferences, Short Term Lodging & Summer Interns programs; HR support, payroll, and Finance - Accounting.

FACILITIES MANAGEMENT

Facilities Management is responsible for the general upkeep, cleanliness and maintenance of not only our residence halls, but the grounds around the halls as well. We take pride in our beautiful campus and iconic buildings! At Facilities Management, we strive to achieve to the highest level of professionalism and dedication to our residents. We know that Resident Lobos experience a unique and unforgettable period in their lives while attending The University of New Mexico, and our contribution to that experience is quite literally the most visible part.

Learning Living Communities

WHAT IS THE LIVING LEARNING PROGRAM?

The Living Learning Program is the collection of Living Learning Communities within Residence Life & Student Housing. There are communities spread out across the system. The communities are organized around academic area, year of school, identity, or interest.

WHAT IS A LIVING LEARNING COMMUNITY?

A living learning community is a group of students living on the same floor or area within the residence halls or apartments who share a particular interest. Some of our communities are academically oriented like the Engineering house and BAMD floor, some are based on year in school like our Graduate or Second Year Experience Communities, some are based on interest like our Outdoor Living and Global Focus communities, and others are based on identity like our Gender Neutral and Allies area. Living Learning Communities have an RA dedicated to them, as well as a connection point with another area of the University, that could be a faculty member or a department or resource center. There are programs and efforts that will be put on throughout the year that will be focused around the “theme” of the community.

OUR COMMUNITIES

• ANDERSON

• BA/MD*

• BLACK LLC

• FINE ARTS

• GENDER NEUTRAL & ALLIES

• PRE-HEALTH PROFESSIONALS

• SCHOLARS COMMUNITY*

• S.T.E.M. LLC (SCIENCE, TECH, ENGINEERING, MATH)

*These communities may be limited based on various eligibility criteria, such as admittance into a specific university program or being a scholarship recipient.

LLC PROFILE

S.T.E.M. LIVING LEARNING COMMUNITY

The S.T.E.M. LLC is a great mix of upper classmen and freshmen, creating a focused, mentoring environment for S.T.E.M. students of all disciplines. Activities including advisement, guest professors and outings such as a visit to the Lobo formula-style race car, designed and built by UNM engineering students, provide learning opportunities outside the classroom.

Pictured: STEM LLC

STRENGTH IN NUMBERS

RHA, NRHH

The Residence Hall Association is the overall student government body of the UNM residence hall system and includes representation from each residence hall student government, including Casas Del Rio. RHA plans and coordinates activities for the residents, addresses their issues and concerns, and recommends policy change within RLSH and the University. RHA has the opportunity to make important and meaningful impacts on the residence hall system, but the goals and the accomplishments of RHA are determined by the membership. It is a great way to participate in and support residence hall government, so try to come by a meeting at least once during the semester when you do not have business to conduct or are requesting money.

PROGRAMMING

Programming is intentional and designed to fulfill a specific purpose: to foster inclusive, community-based living environments consciously designed for our residents’ personal growth and academic success. The programming model should reflect both the RLSH mission and our core values. Considering the preexisting alignment between the mission statement and values, the programming model should also align in a student comprehensive manner; therefore, the third column notes the proposed language for programmatic dimensions which align with the RLSH mission and values.

Pictured: Olympiad

HOUSING OPTIONS

HOUSING PROFILE: REDONDO VILLAGE APARTMENTS

Housing almost 400 residents, RVA is situated between Johnson Field and historic Nob Hill, an ideal location for upperclassmen. The Hut recreation spot is a popular choice for after-study happenings.

FEATURES:

• 4 BEDROOM/ 1 BATH

• SEPARATE VANITY/SHOWER AREAS

• FULLY FURNISHED

• SINGLE OCCUPANCY ROOMS

• LIVING ROOM/DINING AREA/ KITCHEN

HOUSING PROFILE: SRC APARTMENTS

SRC is a 12-building complex located in the heart of UNM Residence Life and is home to one of our pet-friendly communities. This community is adjacent to the SRC Commons— The 24/7 hub where all UNM Housing residents can relax, grab a snack at the marketplace, or utilize the computer pod with free printing. Residents who met in their first year on campus often request to share an apartment in this popular and unique environment.

FEATURES:

• 6 BEDROOM/2BATH

• FULLY FURNISHED

• SINGLE OCCUPANCY ROOMS

• LIVING ROOM/DINING AREA/ KITCHEN

• AVAILABLE FOR BOTH FRESHMEN & UPPERCLASSMEN

*Living accomodations are determined by staff position, availability and department restrictions. Consult with your supervisor for more information.

HOUSING OPTIONS

HOUSING PROFILE: CORONADO

Coronado Hall was renovated in 2017, but it’s always been a favorite of our residents. With 432 resident capacity, it is a socially rich community. Located directly across the street from Johnson Field and with a dynamic Community Association, you will never be bored at Coronado!

HOUSING PROFILE: LAGUNA DEVARGAS

FEATURES:

• BUILT-IN SHELVING & BUREAU DRAWERS

• KITCHENETTES & STUDY LOUNGE ON EACH FLOOR

• CO-ED BY FLOOR

• DOUBLE ROOMS

• WOOD GRAIN TILE

• COMMUNITY BATHROOMS WITH DEDICATED HOUSEKEEPING STAFF

Of all the unique styles that can be found in our communities, none is more distinctive than Laguna and DeVargas Halls (LDV). Both Laguna and DeVargas buildings have large common areas with laundry facilities and a full kitchen where you can relax, show off your cooking skills, and wash your clothes all at once.

FEATURES:

• 2/3/4 BEDROOM WITH SHARED BATHROOM

• CARPETED FLOORS

• CO-ED BY SUITE

• DOUBLE & SINGLE ROOMS*

• STUDY LOUNGES ON EACH FLOOR

• FULL KITCHEN IN EACH BUILDING

*Living accommodations are determined by staff position, availability and department restrictions. Consult with your supervisor for more information.

HOUSING OPTIONS

HOUSING PROFILE: LOBO RAINFOREST

This is more than an apartment—it’s an urban, modern and collaborative living space. Lobo Rainforest offers apartment-style living in the heart of East Downtown Albuquerque. Located on-site is the Cecchi Venture Lab, UNM Innovation Academy, Sandia National Labs and the Air Force Research Lab Tech Engagement Office, giving our residents opportunities to meet and work with other innovators, mentors, business advisors and experienced entrepreneurs.

FEATURES:

• 2 BEDROOM/2 BATH

• FITNESS CENTER

• WASHER/DRYER IN EACH APARTMENT

• DESIGNATED PARKING

• FULL KITCHEN WITH DISHWASHER & MICROWAVE

• STEPS FROM ABQ RAPID RIDE, RAILRUNNER

• PREFERENCE GIVEN TO UPPERCLASSMEN

PET-FRIENDLY

UNM Residence Life & Student Housing wants for you to feel completely at home and we know that sometimes a small companion is just what the doctor ordered. With that in mind, we’re happy to provide pet-friendly housing options that welcome your furry, scaly or feathered friends as well as enclosed dog runs on main campus to let them get out and stretch their legs. Fish, birds, cat or dog— Everyone’s a Lobo!

WE ARE A COMMUNITY OF UNIQUE PERSPECTIVES EMBRACING OUR DIFFERENCES. WE ARE A CULTURE OF CONTRAST RATHER THAN A CONTRAST OF CULTURES, UNAFRAID TO LET OUR COLORS RUN AND BLEND AND LET THE VERY THINGS THAT DIVIDE US BECOME THE THINGS THAT CONNECT US TO EACH OTHER. SO WE CAN CREATE, COLLECT AND SPREAD KNOWLEDGE ABOUT EVERYTHING FROM NUCLEAR ENGINEERING AND FINE ARTS TO ENZYMATIC FUEL CELLS, REVOLUTIONARY MEDICINE AND FORENSIC ACCOUNTING.

WHAT MAKES US DIFFERENT MAKES US STRONG— AND A FORCE TO BE RECKONED WITH.

SCHOOLS & COLLEGES

ANDERSON

SCHOOL OF MANAGEMENT

A world-class, AACSB accredited business school with award winning faculty and programs, offering a wide array of degree programs for a diverse student population. visit.unm.edu/anderson

COLLEGE OF ARTS & SCIENCE S

Providing a robust and broad-based education in the natural sciences, social sciences and humanities that transform lives and shapes futures. visit.unm.edu/artsci

COLLEGE OF EDUCATION & HUMAN SCIENCES

Delivering high-quality instruction, diverse course offerings, active research programs and challenging professional development opportunities for students, while conducting innovative research on today’s educational challenges. visit.unm.edu/coehs

COLLEGE OF FINE ARTS

Whether it’s cast or woven, printed or painted, disruptive, experimental, theoretical or visionary, this nationally ranked College has an insatiable love and deep respect for the artist and their practice. visit.unm.edu/finearts

COLLEGE OF NURSING

Educating carefully selected, diverse nursing students to become primary care practitioners, nursing professors, nurse leaders—while enhancing the practice of nursing through a wide range of research efforts. visit.unm.edu/nursing

COLLEGE OF PHARMACY

The premier destination for exceptional pharmacy education, research and patient care programs— building on a 75-year legacy of innovation, the College prides itself in preparing the next generation of pharmacy leaders. visit.unm.edu/pharmacy

COLLEGE OF POPULATION HEALTH

Using the framework of integrated health strategies to work collectively with communities to improve their health as well as expand access, quality and the affordability of health care. visit.unm.edu/pophealth

COLLEGE OF UNIVERSITY LIBRARIES & LEARNING SCIENCES

Supporting our communities by providing expertise, instruction, services, spaces and collections that advance scholarship, teaching and intellectual discovery. visit.unm.edu/ulls

HONORS COLLEGE

Providing challenging opportunities for an intensive, interdisciplinary and cross-cultural liberal education to highly motivated, talented and creative undergraduates in all majors. visit.unm.edu/honors

SCHOOL OF ARCHITECTURE & PLANNING

Well-known for its connections to the region and for understanding the value of working directly on key issues of design and development in the state and region. visit.unm.edu/saap

SCHOOL OF ENGINEERING

The highest-ranked engineering program in New Mexico, and the only Carnegie R1 university in the state, putting it in the same class as MIT, Stanford, Purdue and other well-respected engineering programs in the country. visit.unm.edu/engineering

SCHOOL OF LAW

This highly ranked School is known for its low student-to-faculty ratio, currently 6-to-1, and its excellent employment rates for graduates. visit.unm.edu/law

SCHOOL OF MEDICINE

Leading the nation in family medicine and rural health training—and home to a nationally ranked research enterprise and Biomedical Science Graduate Programs with world-class scientific investigators and scholars who deliver life-saving results for humanity. visit.unm.edu/medicine

UNIVERSITY COLLEGE

Offering Liberal Arts & Integrative Studies programs, which are ideal for students with academic and career aspirations that require study across multiple academic subjects. visit.unm.edu/ucollege

85+ UNDERGRADUATE DEGREE PROGRAMS

UNDERGRADUATE DEGREES OFFERED

ANDERSON SCHOOL OF MANAGEMENT

Business Administration

Accounting

Entrepreneurship

Film & Digital Arts

Finance

Human Resources Management

International Management

Management Information Systems

Marketing Management

Operations Management

Organizational Leadership

COLLEGE OF ARTS & SCIENCES

Africana Studies

American Studies

Southwest & Borderland Studies

Anthropology

Archaeology

Ethnology

Evolutionary Anthropology

Astrophysics

Biochemistry

Biology

Chemistry

Chicana & Chicano Studies

Classical Studies

Civilization

Language

Communication

Critical Studies in Mass Media

Environmental Communication

Intercultural Communication

Interpersonal Communication

Media Studies

Organizational Communication

Public Communication

Comparative Literature & Cultural Studies

Criminology

Earth & Planetary Sciences

East Asian Studies

Economics

English Studies

English-Philosophy

Environmental Science

French

Geography

German

Health, Medicine & Human Values

History

International Studies

Journalism & Mass Communication

Digital Field Multimedia

Multimedia Journalism

Strategic Communication

Languages

Latin American Studies

Linguistics

Mathematics

Applied Mathematics

Math Education

Mathematics of Computation

Pure Mathematics

Native American Studies

Indigenous Learning

Communities

Leadership & Building

Native Nations

Philosophy Physics

Biophysics

Earth & Planetary Science

Optics

Physics & Astrophysics

Political Science

Portuguese

Psychology

Basics in Addiction Counseling

Religious Studies

Russian

Signed Language Interpreting

Sociology

Human Services

Spanish

Speech & Hearing Sciences

Statistics

Women, Gender & Sexuality Studies

COLLEGE OF EDUCATION & HUMAN SCIENCES

Community Health Education

Elementary Education

Language Arts

Mathematics Science

Social Studies

Exercise Science

Family & Child Studies

Early Childhood Education & Development

Early Childhood Multicultural Education Licensure

Human Development & Family Relations

Nutrition & Dietetics

Physical Education

Secondary Education

Earth Science

French

German

Language Arts

Life Science

Mathematics

Physical Science

Social Studies

Spanish

Special Education Theatre

COLLEGE OF FINE ARTS

Art Education

Art History

Art Studio

Dance

Contemporary Dance

Flamenco

Design & Technology for Performance

Film & Digital Arts

Animation

Film History & Criticism

Film Production

Gaming

Interdisciplinary Arts

Music

Jazz Studies

Performance

String Pedagogy

Theory & Composition

Music Education

Instrumental

Vocal Theatre

COLLEGE OF NURSING

Nursing

COLLEGE OF PHARMACY

Pharmaceutical Sciences

Pharmacy (PharmD)

COLLEGE OF

POPULATION HEALTH

Population Health

COLLEGE OF UNIVERSITY

LIBRARIES & LEARNING SCIENCES

Instructional Technology & Training

HONORS COLLEGE

Interdisciplinary Liberal Arts

SCHOOL OF ARCHITECTURE & PLANNING

Architecture

Design Studies

Landscape Architecture

Pre-Professional Architecture

Environmental Planning & Design

Community Transformation & Placemaking

Landscape Architecture

SCHOOL OF ENGINEERING

Chemical Engineering

Bioengineering

Chemical Process Engineering

Environmental Engineering

Materials Processing

Semiconductor Manufacturing

Civil Engineering

Computer Engineering

Computer Science

Construction Engineering

Construction Management

Electrical Engineering

Mechanical Engineering

Microsystems Engineering

Nuclear Engineering

SCHOOL OF MEDICINE

Dental Hygiene

Emergency Medical Services

International Mountain Medicine

Medical Laboratory Sciences

Radiologic Sciences

Medical Imaging

Nuclear Medicine

UNIVERSITY COLLEGE

Integrative Studies & Innovation

Global & National Security

Liberal Arts

GRADUATE & DOCTORAL DEGREE PROGRAMS

ANDERSON SCHOOL OF MANAGEMENT

Accounting

Business Administration

Cybersecurity & Business Analytics

Project Management

COLLEGE OF ARTS & SCIENCES

American Studies

Anthropology

Biology

Chemistry

Chicana & Chicano Studies

Communication

Comparative Literature & Cultural Studies

Creative Writing

Earth & Planetary Sciences

Economics

English

French

French Studies

Geography

German Studies

Health Administration

History

Latin American Studies

Linguistics

Mathematics

Museum Studies

Nanoscience & Microsystems

Engineering

Native American Studies

Optical Science & Engineering

Philosophy

Physics

Political Science

Portuguese Psychology

Public Policy

Public Administration

Sociology

Spanish

Spanish & Portuguese

Speech-Language Pathology

Statistics

COLLEGE OF EDUCATION & HUMAN SCIENCES

Counseling

Counselor Education

Educational Leadership

Educational Linguistics

Educational Psychology

Elementary Education

Family & Child Studies

Health Education

Language, Literacy & Sociocultural Studies

Nutrition

Physical Education

Physical Education, Sport & Exercise Science

Secondary Education

Special Education

Teaching, Learning & Teacher

Education

COLLEGE OF FINE ARTS

Art Education

Art History

Art Studio

Dance

Dramatic Writing

Music

Theatre & Dance

COLLEGE OF NURSING

Nursing

Nursing Practice

COLLEGE OF PHARMACY

Pharmaceutical Sciences

Pharmacy

COLLEGE OF POPULATION HEALTH

Public Health

COLLEGE OF UNIVERSITY

LIBRARIES & LEARNING SCIENCES

Organization, Information & Learning Sciences

INTERDISCIPLINARY

Global & National Security

START UNDECIDED. THEN DECIDE.

Not sure about your major? Totally okay. About 16% of our students begin undecided and start exploring by taking foundational courses.

Visit degrees.unm.edu to explore all of the Undergraduate academic programs offered at UNM.

For a full list of Certificate Programs, Baccalaureate, Master's and Doctoral degrees please visit catalog.unm.edu

GRADUATE & DOCTORAL DEGREES OFFERED

Water Resources

SCHOOL OF ARCHITECTURE & PLANNING

Architecture

Community & Regional Planning

Landscape Architecture

SCHOOL OF ENGINEERING

Biomedical Engineering

Chemical Engineering

Civil Engineering

Computer Engineering

Computer Science

Construction Management

Electrical Engineering

Engineering

Manufacturing Engineering

Mechanical Engineering

Nanoscience & Microsystems

Engineering

Nuclear Engineering

Optical Science & Engineering

SCHOOL OF LAW

Law

Studies in Law

SCHOOL OF MEDICINE

Biomedical Sciences

Clinical Laboratory Sciences

Dental Hygiene

Medicine

Occupational Therapy

Physical Therapy

Physician Assistant Studies

TRANSFORMATIVE RESEARCH AT THE HIGHEST LEVEL

Cutting-edge research at UNM is a cornerstone to accelerating knowledge, lifting the communities we serve, advancing our economy, improving health outcomes and, most importantly, putting that power in the hands and minds of our students.

Collaborations and creative collisions across all dimensions of academia, health care, industry and the public sector result in UNM being an engine of innovation—one where our students study, explore and create with faculty who are at the forefront of their disciplines.

UNM is the only university in New Mexico classified by the Carnegie Commission on Higher Education as R1: doctoral universities with very high research activity, and is one of only 28 R1 universities to also be awarded a 2020 Carnegie Elective Classification on Community Engagement. These are not just bragging points—they are reflections of the incredible talent of the people who drive our mission, and our deep passion for serving the public good and enhancing our collective understanding of the world around us.

DISCOVERIES

A UV Light Mixture Eliminates COVID-19

New Technique for Sequencing DNA

The Reason for the Sea Turtle’s Decline

Intestinal Bacteria’s Effect on Brain Health

Advances in Reduced-Emission Engines

Detection of Orbiting Supermassive Black Holes

How Stress Affects Infant Size

Ocean Anoxia Cause of Mass Extinction

Effect of Global Warming on Sea Levels

Consequences of Housing Segregation

Ability of Cannabis to Treat Health Conditions

New Method to Diagnose Schizophrenia

UNALIKE-MINDED

Forget that this is one of the top research universities in the country. Never mind that exciting things happen here that frequently change things for the better everywhere. Sure, those are good reasons to come, but perhaps the best reason is simply to be here among others like, but mostly unlike, you. In a place where you’ll be supported— academically, culturally, in every way.

This is your opportunity. To dig into other cultures, share perspectives and discover points of view you can’t even begin to imagine yet. You see, at this exceptionally diverse, world-renowned STEM university, we’re all different. But we’re all different together. Here, unlike elsewhere, it’s our differences that make us stronger and more collaborative.

THE UNIVERSITY OF NEW MEXICO IS A MINORITY-MAJORITY UNIVERSITY.

LOBOS COME FROM EVERY COUNTY IN NEW MEXICO, EVERY U.S. STATE AND 90+ COUNTRIES.

CHARTERED STUDENT ORGANIZATIONS 300+ LGBTQ Student Life & Campus Safety CampusPrideIndex.org

BRINGING KNOWLEDGE TO NEW MEXICO: UNM OFFERS 40+ ASSOCIATE DEGREES AT GALLUP, LOS ALAMOS, TAOS AND VALENCIA CAMPUSES

60.36% OF UNM STUDENTS IDENTIFY AS A MEMBER OF AN UNDERREPRESENTED GROUP

Black, American Indian, Hispanic/Latino, Asian American and Pacific Islander UNM Enrollment Report, Fall 2020

IT’S OUR DIFFERENCES THAT UNITE US.

ENCHANTMENT A STUDY IN

SOAKED IN SUN AND HISTORY, AND SURROUNDED BY STRIKING, UNTAMED NATURAL BEAUTY, THIS STATE IS MORE THAN A STATE. IT’S ALSO A STATE OF MIND. EASYGOING AND NATURAL, YET PROUD AND DETERMINED. RESPECTFUL AND TRADITIONAL, YET FORWARD-THINKING. THIS IS WHERE OLD AND NEW, LIGHT AND SHADOW, AND THOUSANDS OF VARIATIONS OF HUNDREDS OF CULTURES COME TOGETHER. AND GET ALONG. THIS ISN’T JUST A PLACE, IT’S A WAY TO BE.

This is one of the country’s premier places to get moving outdoors. Active lifestyle aficionados, welcome to paradise. Want to hit the slopes? You’ll find world-class skiing and snowboarding right here in Albuquerque, and nearby in Santa Fe and Taos. Rafting and canoeing? Horseback riding? We’ve got lazy, winding and whitewater rivers, and horses. And thousands of miles of trails. And lakes. And sand dunes and forests. Everything imaginable. Even SCUBA diving in one of the most popular dive destinations in the U.S. An ancient artesian well in the desert called Blue Hole. #NMTrue

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WE THINK NEW MEXICO IS A PRETTY SPECIAL PLACE. SO DOES HOLLYWOOD.

FILMED IN NEW MEXICO:

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Army of the Dead

The Avengers

Batman v Superman:

Dawn of Justice

Better Call Saul

Breaking Bad

Crazy Heart

Creed II

Godless

Independence Day:

Resurgence

Indiana Jones & the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull

Iron Man 2

Jumanji: The Next Level

Logan

The Magnificent Seven

Maze Runner: The Scorch Trials

The Muppet Movie

No Country for Old Men

Sicario

The Space Between Us

Those Who Wish Me Dead

Thor

Transformers

True Grit

Whiskey Tango Foxtrot

The Lobo Life is every experience a Lobo can have beyond being a student, exploring what makes the community at The University of New Mexico so special. This is for the untamed side of every Lobo. This is for the students who want to make the most of their four-or-so years here. The Lobo Life was founded to create a place to showcase all of the experiences that bring us together while pushing us out of our comfort zones. It’s a community for those who love the outdoors, those who live for culture, those who seek out the best new food around town, and those Lobos who are chasing a sense of adventure.

The Lobo Life exists as a community for UNM students to share their adventures with others, to find friends with which to share in adventures and to discover all this state has to offer. Join by following @TheLoboLife on Instagram and sharing your adventures with #thelobolife for a chance to be featured. If you’d like to become an explorer, attend one of our meetings or adventures (email us lobolife@unm.edu or connect with us on Instagram for those details).

RENT EQUIPMENT FOR YOUR NEXT ADVENTURE

The Outdoor Rental & Resource Center, located in Johnson Center is your one-stop-shop for everything outdoors. Whether you need to rent outdoor equipment or need help planning a day trip to a multi-week adventure, the experienced staff at the center can assist you.

visit.unm.edu/recreation

TOP 10

1. KIWANIS CABIN

According to the United States Department of Agriculture, the cabin was built as an inclement weather shelter for the trail crews that worked to bring us Sandia’s 28 hiking trails that are now used and loved by many. Its location on the western facing side of the mountain makes it the ideal place to watch the sunset over Albuquerque!

2. SANDIA PEAK TRAM

Climbing over a mile up the steep western face, the Sandia Peak Tram is the longest aerial tram in the United States and boasts some of the best views of any tram in the world. The ride runs about 15 minutes over three towers, while the car you ride in offers views looking down into the deep ravines hundreds of feet below. The tram is the best way to see the Sandias, especially getting to the top to witness the NM sunset!

3. PADDLING THE RIO GRANDE

Coursing through the entire Land of Enchantment, the Rio Grande is a familiar river to New Mexicans. Because of the vast amount of land it spans, there are a multitude of ways to experience the scenic waterway. One of the most fun and relaxing ways is to kayak with an outfitter. Our favorite is Quiet Water Paddling Adventures as they’re a 20 minute drive from campus, but there are many outfitters to choose from!

4. 66 DINER

Just a few blocks west down Central Ave from campus, you’ll find the 66 Diner.

ADVENTURES WITHIN AN HOUR DRIVE FROM CAMPUS

Named after and located on the famous old Route 66, the 66 Diner is brimming with nostalgic paraphernalia from decades gone by, with food that’s just as classic. From the iconic milkshakes that come in every variety imaginable to the usual hallmarks of an American Diner, the menu offers a wide variety of mouth-watering meals!

5. THE RAILYARD MARKETS

The Albuquerque Railyards Market is a weekly event through summer and fall that draws growers, brewers, artists and more together to share with the community what it is they love to do. Shopping for jewelry, fresh produce or simply enjoying a coffee with the sights are just a few of the things you can do here!

6. PETROGLYPH NATIONAL MONUMENT

(photos from NPS)

Petroglyph National Monument is a 15 minute drive from campus and is one of the largest petroglyph sites in North America. These rock carvings are estimated to be 400-700 years old and offer a glimpse into New Mexico’s past. Along with the petroglyphs, there are also several fun hiking and walking trails that offer an easy escape from the city!

7. EMPIRE BOARD GAME LIBRARY

Empire Board Game Library is the perfect place to kick back, relax, and spend a few hours in another world. Just a short walk from campus in Nob Hill, cozy up and battle out who the true meme queen or king is, who can best rule ancient Egypt, ward off some zombies, and more. Let's not forget to mention the incredible food and drink options to keep you feeling satisfied throughout your game!

8. TINKERTOWN

Reminiscent of a life-size Where’s

Waldo page, Tinkertown’s enormous and eccentric collection of hand carved faces and figures gaze out in sheer wonderment at curious museum-goers. Explore the surprises within the winding 22 museum rooms constructed of more than 50,000 glass bottles, while Otto the one-manband, a captivating and rare machine that reads a music roll and plays the accordion and drum, permeates the space with music. This living museum, home to Ross Ward’s 30 years of passionate tinkering, is a wonderland waiting to be explored!

9. JEMEZ MOUNTAINS

From Fenton Lake to Jemez Falls, the Valle Caldera to the many Hot Springs— Jemez is full of incredible natural wonders waiting to be explored. Across the Jemez Mountains are several locations for day hikes varying in length, many of which have hot springs or waterfalls at their ends. It’s best to just go with a few spots in mind and follow the road wherever it may take you!

10. PASEO DEL BOSQUE TRAIL

As one of Albuquerque’s premiere multiuse nature trails, you’ll find over 16 miles of walking, running and biking paths that run parallel to the Rio Grande and pass through stunning nature reserves. People who meander along the trail often encounter eagles, great blue herons, porcupines, turtles and a multitude of other wildlife species. It’s no wonder this is a favorite activity for locals and visitors alike!

For more adventures, visit visit.unm.edu/lobolife

INDIVIDUALS TOGETHER

WE ARE A COMMUNITY OF UNIQUE PERSPECTIVES

EMBRACING OUR DIFFERENCES.

RESIDENCE LIFE & STUDENT HOUSING IS ABOUT MORE THAN JUST HAVING A SPACE TO SLEEP AND STUDY .

IT’S YOUR OPPORTUNITY TO LEARN ABOUT YOUR FELLOW LOBOS, AND ABOUT YOURSELF. WE ARE A COMMUNITY WHERE YOU ARE EMPOWERED TO GROW PROFESSIONALLY, ACADEMICALLY AND AS A PERSON WE ARE DIVERSE , COURAGEOUS AND UNITED

WE ARE A FAMILY .

WE ARE A PACK . JOIN US .