The University of New Mexico-Taos

WHY CHOOSE UNM-TAOS?

J. Silverman

UNM-Taos First-year Student

“This year is my very first year of college. I was very nervous to embark on this new journey, and I was scared that I wouldn’t get the support I need to succeed. When I got accepted into UNM-Taos, I was immediately engulfed with an enormous amount of support. I had never felt more motivated, and proud to be a student navigating these trying times. I can happily say that I can finish this semester stress-free, and all of this support has made this year an experience that I truly never will forget.”

Your Community’s College

We are down to earth. Our teachers are people you probably know. Our students are your neighbors. If you never considered yourself a college student, have a look at the next few pages to see if we can change your mind. You might just see someone you know and care about.

Quality faculty

Our teachers are accessible and easy to talk to. Don't worry about asking the right questions. They have the experience and background to help students just like you get through classes successfully.

Location

We are just down the road. If you know where the golf course is, you know where we are. We are open for everyone. Close to home. Come walk your dog and check us out.

Affordable

We are one of the most affordable higher education choices in the state. That’s less than half the cost of most four-year public universities, and when it comes to the private and for-profit universities, well, they aren’t even in our league. Combine this with a robust scholarship program, financial aid, and the opportunity to live at home (we’re the only higher education choice within a 50-mile radius) and you’ll soon see why UNM-Taos is a wise economic choice.

Personalized Experience

We pride ourselves in offering small classes, because in education a oneon-one relationship between student and faculty simply works the best.

Support

We have academic advisors, specialized programs, free tutoring, assistance with technology, and library services — all with robust remote platforms such as Zoom and online courses — to support you through the learning process.

Find a program based on your interests

IS THIS YOU? THEN CONSIDER ...

I like making the decisions. I am always building things. I want to fix broken things. The open road is the thing. I work well with people. Food and family are important.

3D Printing Applied Science Business Administration Business Computers Construction Culinary Arts Commercial Driver's License Entrepreneurship Hospitality Management Information Technology Woodworking

Career Technical Education

Health and healing is important. I care for people. I am interested in technology. I care about the forest and nature. I am organized.

Community Health

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) Emergency Medical Services Holistic Health & Healing Arts Massage Therapy Nursing Pre-Science Areas of Focus: Health Pathways, Mathematics, Natural Resources Management, Sciences

Science, Technology, Engineering, Math, and Health

I tell stories. I help people understand. I am curious about cultures. I work well with people. I want to understand people. I love to read.

I am fascinated by the past. I like to paint and draw. I consider myself creative. I want to work with children. I want to be a teacher.

Communication Film and Digital Media Arts Digital Graphic Design Early Childhood Education Education Fine Arts Foreign Languages Humanities Human Services Social & Behavioral Sciences

People, Arts, and Culture

Career Technical Education

3D PRINTING

The 3D Printing Certificate program provides handson learning and teaches the basics of prototyping by using computer aided-design and manufacturing techniques. Students are able to take an idea, and produce a desired component, and ultimately fabricate functional prototypes. Some industries 3D skills can be applied to include construction, architecture, engineering, medical, biotechnology, and education among many others.

BUSINESS

The Pre-Business Administration Associate of Arts degree program provides students with general education course work and courses in computer science, accounting, business administration, marketing, and entrepreneurship. Course work is transferrable to UNM’s Bachelor of Business Administration Anderson School of Management. A business degree can increase job prospects and create career advancement opportunities.

BUSINESS COMPUTERS

The Business Computers Certificate program provides basic computer application skills commonly used in the workplace. Students will learn about computer hardware and software, operating systems, word processing, spreadsheet, presentation, email, scheduling, internet use, and introductory database management. Business management and other courses are available. Computer skills are essential and can be applied in a business, education, and any professional environment.

HOSPITALITY MANAGEMENT

The Hospitality Certificate program prepares front-line managers at hotels, restaurants, and resorts. This includes training in hospitality operations, tourism, recreation, customer relations, dining room service and beverage management as well as ServSafe Food Safety Management training. Through classroom instruction, on-site training, and culinary laboratory experience, students acquire the necessary skills to succeed in the hospitality-services industry.

INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY

The Information Technology Certificate program provides students with core technical knowledge and skills in business computer and information systems, computer networking, programming, database management and web fundamentals. Developer and Network concentrations can be earned. Computer and information technology are one of today's fastest growing career fields.

WOODWORKING

The Woodworking Certificate program provides technical woodworking skills in cabinet and furniture making and finish carpentry. This includes fundamental design and construction of simple furniture as well as safe use of hand and power tools. Students will learn basic joinery, hand carving and popular colonial furniture-making techniques common to Spanish colonial furniture.

COMMERCIAL

DRIVER'S LICENSE

The Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) Certificate program is offered in eight weeks on weekends and prepares students with the necessary skills and knowledge to acquire a Class A CDL. Instructors provide classroom, range, safety, and on-the-road training. Upon completion of the program, students are equipped with the experience, and confidence to safely operate a commercial truck and pass the required New Mexico CDL tests. Truck drivers are in high demand and graduates are typically employable upon program completion.

CONSTRUCTION TECHNOLOGIES

The Construction Technologies Certificate program provides foundational coursework and hands-on training in general carpentry, electricity, plumbing, welding, and a variety of others including cabinet making and photovoltaics. Students will learn how to read and interpret construction blueprints, design for green building, use alternative building methods, and gain skills and experience for entry-level positions within the construction industry. Concentrations can be earned in general construction, electrical technology, welding technology, or green technology.

CULINARY ARTS

The Culinary Arts Certificate program provides hands-on training in basic food preparation, professional cooking and baking, pastry arts, fruit and vegetable carving, international cuisine and more. Commercial kitchens are used to deliver world-class instruction for students seeking a challenging career in a rapidly growing culinary and hospitality industry. This program includes ServSafe® Food Handler, and ServSafe® Food Management Training.

ENTREPRENEURSHIP

The Entrepreneurship Certificate program explores all aspects of the creation of a new venture from idea through startup, growth, and beyond. It offers coursework in entrepreneurship, accounting, business administration, management, marketing and business computer information aimed at creating and operating a new business. Students will learn how to evaluate opportunities, develop strategies, and create a business plan for a new business.

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NATURAL RESOURCE MANAGEMENT

COMMUNITY HEALTH

NURSING

Community Health Workers (CHW) are frontline health work ers who are trusted members of the communities they serve. They bridge critical access, cultural, linguistic, and other gaps in health and human service systems, and have had great suc cess in increasing access to care, improving chronic disease pre vention and control outcomes, delivering educational program ming, improving health literacy, advocating for communities, and assisting clients in accessing and navigating complex processes and systems.

Nursing is a highly specialized profession that is constantly evolving to address the health of our diverse community and global society. The nursing vocation is an art and a science. The art embraces essential respect for human dignity and an intuition for a patient’s needs while complemented by the scientific mind’s critical thinking and clinical judgment. Nurses work to identify and support the needs of the individual, family, and public; working together to aid and protect them in their healthcare.

Dominic

Bau Pre-science, Natural Resource Management

"I'm a first-generation student. I'm also a widowed, single father. It's always been a passion of mine to go to school. And when I lost my wife, I found myself in care of our 5-year-old. I thought, I would like to help him with his homework when he's going to high school or college. The professors are really understanding as far as me being a single father and they've been really supportive. It's been a really great experience."

The Natural Resources Management program is for students who love the outdoors and want a job taking care of it. If you love fishing, hiking, and camping, then this is the program for you. We provide you with the education you need to understand environments, human impacts, and management approaches to protect and preserve wildlife, water, and land resources. We partner with federal agencies such as the U.S. Forest Service and local organizations such as Taos Land Trust to provide students with hands-on experience and skills. We support students through transfer to regional colleges/universities to complete bachelor’s degrees. We have an excellent track record of job placement after earning a degree.

Karen Loveless kloveless@unm.edu

https://goto.unm.edu/naturalr

At a broader level, CHWs work with community members and leaders to promote a heathy com munity environment, social justice, and health equity for all. CHWs can be found working in health and human service organizations, schools, non-profit groups, and faith-based organizations, and have deep roots in the communi ties and cultures of New Mexico.

Nursing is a high demand career in New Mexico, across the country, and abroad. With a nursing license, one can branch into a multitude of specializations within a hospital, a community setting, or into other areas like education, informatics, business, or law. The world is the limit entering into the nursing profession!

STRUCTURAL INTEGRATION

Classes begin Fall 2024

Kirstie Segarra ksegarra@unm.edu

https://goto.unm.edu/si

UNM-Taos was the first college in New Mexico to offer a credit-bear ing, standards-based, nationallyaligned training program for CHWs in 2010, shaped by decades of on-the-job training of CHWs in healthcare settings. It is fullyendorsed by the New Mexico Department of Health.

Juliana Anastasoff

janastasoff@salud.unm.edu

https://goto.unm.edu/commhealth

Two degree options are offered for this career path. The first option is a five semester entry level program that allows students to achieve an Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) and a Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing (BSN) while staying in our Taos community. The second option is a traditional four semester program to earn an ADN.

Dawn Kittner

dkittner@unm.edu

https://goto.unm.edu/taosnurse

Health Sciences

CERTIFIED NURSING ASSISTANT (CNA)

The Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA) Program prepares students to provide patient care in hospitals, long- term care facilities, clinics, or home healthcare settings. Curriculum topics include fulfilling daily needs of patients, keeping medical records, keeping a clean environment, proper communication, protecting patient rights, and many more. This one semester program is an eight hour course. The 128 total clock hours include 96 hours of lecture and skills lab with an additional 32 hours of clinical experience. Upon completion of the program, students qualify to take the New Mexico Department of Health Nurse Aide Competency Evaluation exam and enter into this high demand field of healthcare.

Dawn Kittner dkittner@unm.edu

https://goto.unm.edu/cna

EMS

Emergency Medical Services (EMS) is an exciting field where First Responders, EMTBasics, EMT-Intermediates, and Paramedics work the front lines of community and emergency healthcare. EMS providers can help save lives, reduce suffering, and care for people.

Emergency Medical Services (EMS) is a growing field across the country. According to the Bureau of Labor and Statistics the demand for licensed EMS providers will increase 24% by 2024. With high demand in most of Northern New Mexico. EMS employers in the Taos and Enchanted Circle region are actively hiring.

Josh Wright jwrong@unm.edu

https://goto.unm.edu/emstaos

HOLISTIC HEALTH

Our students, who are of all ages and from all walks of life, work toward the Holistic Health and Healing Arts (HHHA) Certificate for a variety of reasons. Some choose this route purely for self-exploration and self-healing, while others find our classes help support them through life's challenges. Other students wish to embark on yoga teaching careers or in the fields of Complementary Alternative Medicine and the Healing Arts. Still, others have found our classes complement careers in social work, human services, psychology, and medicine.

This 30-credit certificate has two main tracks. The first track takes students through a variety of healing modalities like meditation, herbs and Chinese medicine, nutrition, and Reiki. The second is a focus on yoga via the 200-Hour Yoga Teacher Training track.

MASSAGE THERAPY

Massage therapists treat clients by using touch to manipulate the muscles and other soft tissues of the body. With their touch therapists relieve pain, help heal injuries, improve circulation, relieve stress, increase relaxation, and aid in the general wellness of clients.

Since 2007, UNM-Taos has been offering an Integrative Massage Therapy Program with an emphasis in medical massage. This holistic program is designed for students aspiring to become licensed massage therapists in the state of New Mexico.

The program’s mission is to impart the knowledge and experience that will prepare graduates to sit for the state licensure exam required for entry-level employment in massage therapy.

STEM Courses at UNM-Taos

The STEM building houses courses in Mathematics, Chemistry, Biology, Physics, and Astronomy.  Students engage in hands-on learning in all of these subjects, with emphasis on making math and science engaging and fun.  There are two labs in the building, along with lots of technology, and perhaps most importantly, a fun and engaged group of faculty that focus on student-centered classrooms and learning styles.

Amber Burke amberburke@unm.edu https://goto.unm.edu/hhha https://goto.unm.edu/massagetherapy

Susan Myers myers77@unm.edu

PEOPLE, ARTS, AND CULTURE

FINE ARTS

Cielo Rodriguez

Fine Arts and Pre Science

“The thing that stood out to me as soon I got to UNMTaos was the professors ability to be able to understand the students.

"Your professor is almost like a friend, like a family member. I have struggled a little bit in school in the past. So to have these professors at my sidehelping me throughoutwhatever I need help in and just being supportive. It has been great.”

The Art Department at UNM-Taos offers an Associate of Fine Arts. Courses include a variety of studio disciplines including art practices, drawing, painting, sculpture, ceramics, metals, photography, and printmaking, as well as art history courses. Students are supported in following their personal goals beyond community college including pursuing their Bachelor of Fine Arts and other degrees, or working within the art community of Taos and beyond. The Art Department is committed to engaging students in a rich dialogue on contemporary art and art history. Students learn traditional foundations, contemporary applications of materials, interdisciplinary practice, and conceptual problem solving.

Sarah Stolar stolar@unm.edu

https://goto.unm.edu/finearts

FILM AND DIGITAL MEDIA ARTS

The two-year Associate Degree Program in Film and Digital Media Arts teaches both technical hands-on skills and media theory. Students emerge from the program with the skills necessary to understand the trends of the media industry and produce their own original content. This program focuses on teaching industry-standard skills and developing an entrepreneurial mindset. Students graduate from the program with a professional project in their portfolio and with a solid introduction of what it takes to launch a media career. The program is dynamic, practical, and fun. This degree has class credits that easily transfer into other programs within the Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Fine Arts degrees in Film and Digital Media Arts at UNM Albuquerque campus.

Peter Walker pedrowalker@unm.edu

https://goto.unm.edu/dma

HUMANITIES

Humanities are academic disciplines where you will explore how individuals and diverse societies, past and present, make meaning and assign value. You will learn how histories, cultural works, languages, and ideas shape diverse communities and the relations between them. You will discover and design ways of understanding diverse human experiences, including conflict and inequality, by examining cultural records. Humanities help one to understand and relate to the increasingly global world in a positive and constructive manner.

Humanities disciplines at UNMTaos include American Studies, Classical Studies, Communication, Comparative Literature, English, First Year Experience, History, Native American Studies, Chicana/ Chicano Studies, Philosophy, Religious Studies, and second languages.

Amie Chávez-Aguilar aca@unm.edu

https://goto.unm.edu/humanities

CHICANA/ CHICANO STUDIES

In Chicana and Chicano Studies students engage with the depth of the Mexicano/Chicano/ Hispanic experience in the U.S., more specifically within the Southwest. Courses provide an interdisciplinary study to the historical, economic, and social realities that influence the Hispanic community. Students draw upon the wealth of knowledge available through community memory and culture to enhance the classroom learning experience and broaden student perspective.

Chicana and Chicano Studies courses equip students with strong analytical, communication, problem-solving, and leadership skills that prepare them to work in diverse employment sectors.

Chicana and Chicano Studies is an area of focus with UNM transfer pathways that afford students online options to obtain a BA and MA in Chicana and Chicano Studies without having to leave the Taos area.

Trisha Martinez suenamtz@unm.edu

https://goto.unm.edu/liberalartsfocus

SOCIAL AND BEHAVIORAL SCIENCES

The Social and Behavioral Sciences Department - a multidisciplinary departmentfocuses on the study of human society and social relationships, and is comprised of the subjects: Psychology, Sociology, Economics, Anthropology, Criminal Justice, Political Science, Linguistics, Chicana/Chicano Studies, Human Services and Education.

Randi Archuleta randia@unm.edu

https://goto.unm.edu/social

HUMAN SERVICES

Tackling issues that can change lives and promoting positive choices are at the heart of the Human Services certificate and degrees. By learning a broad range of skills, you will be prepared to improve personal situations through guidance, counseling, and advocacy. You can concentrate in areas like family studies, substance abuse or family studies, and help individuals and families be healthier and happier. You will be prepared to jump into advanced programs such as a bachelor’s degree in Social Work and careers such as public health, counseling, or other areas where you are meeting and supporting human needs.

TEACHER PATHWAYS

Teaching is an exciting profession where one makes a difference in their community and supports the learning, well-being, and development of children, youth, and families. Education is a career choice that allows one to select a specific age group and specialize in a discipline. At the community college level, one gains foundational knowledge that supports students in being a teacher and assistant teacher in a private and public-school/ program settings, homecare provider, home visitor, family infant toddler programs (FIT), infant mental health, early intervention, substitute teaching, and program development specialist.

ANTHROPOLOGY/ ARCHAEOLOGY

We train future generations of educated, well-rounded, innovative and ethical researchers and teachers of anthropological archaeology. We will continue to prepare our students to contribute significantly to the body of archeological theory and knowledge, to succeed in obtaining external funding for research and training, and to obtain relevant employment in academic, government, and public sector archeology.

Phil Alldritt paldritt@unm.edu

https://goto.unm.edu/liberalartsfocus

Students will identify how to meet human needs through an interdisciplinary approach focusing on knowledge-based prevention and intervention skills. This program introduces students to the study and practice of Human Services and provides information about careers in social work, public health, and other social service endeavors.

Randi Archuleta randia@unm.edu

https://goto.unm.edu/humanservices

Each teacher degree pathway provides specific content such as curriculum development, family and community engagement, and cultural and linguistic responsiveness, while studying theory along with practice. There are several UNM-Taos Teacher Pathways: Associate of Art degree in Early Childhood Education and Development (ECED) which has a teacher residency component, and Associate of Science in Education with concentrations in Elementary, and Secondary Education. Additionally, we have a 30 credithour certificate in ECED. Each degree allows students to enter a New Mexico 4-Year Institution to complete their bachelor's degree in education.

Pamela Remstein remstein@unm.edu

https://goto.unm.edu/teacher

GET WHERE YOU WANT TO GO

ADULT EDUCATION & ENGLISH LANGUAGE LEARNERS

What is TECC?

The Taos Education and Career Center (TECC) provides free education courses to Taoseños looking to acquire their High School credential, increase their English language skills, prepare for college, and start training for a new career.

Is TECC right for me?

Classes are offered in a supportive, flexible environment. Staff and instructors help you figure out a schedule that works with your life, kids, and your current job. No citizenship or minimum academic levels required to enroll.

Contact us now for more information or to enroll in an upcoming 8-week session.

Contact: 575.737.3730 or email tecc@unm.edu

THE COMMUNITY'S COLLEGE

Veterans Upward Bound (VUB) at The University of New MexicoTaos is the only veterans Federal TRIO Program funded by the United States Department of Education in the state of New Mexico. VUB is designed to assist veterans in the development of academic and other requisite skills necessary for acceptance into and success in a program of post-secondary education. The project provides assessment and enrichment of basic skills through instruction, advising, and tutoring. The primary goal of the program is to increase the rate at which participants enroll in and complete post-secondary education programs. All VUB services are free to eligible veterans.

WHAT IS VUB?

We offer a unique range of services designed to prepare eligible veterans for success when they enter their chosen educational program, whether it is at a two-year community college, a fouryear college or university, or a public or private vocational or technical school. All services, including instruction, textbooks, advising, and supplies, are provided FREE of charge.

Veterans Upward Bound Program offers a wide range of services for eligible veterans in New Mexico

• Intense Academic Skills Development for HSE completion and admission to college

• Short-Term Refresher Courses in English, Mathematics, Science, Study Skills and Computer Literacy

• Special Services in Mathematics and Science Preparation to enable veterans to make the transition to post-secondary education

• Support Services for veterans from local veterans services agencies

• Academic support services to Enhance Curriculum Mastery

• Activities to enhance learning outcomes and motivation for success in college

Toll Free: 1.855.357.3725

Main Phone: 575.737.3725

Email: unmvub@unm.edu

DUAL ENROLLMENT

The UNM-Taos Dual Enrollment Program is designed to provide eligible high school students the opportunity to earn college credit toward a degree or certificate through the program's dual credit and/or concurrent enrollment pathways. Rooted in values of accessibility and a student-centered approach, the program's goal is to provide a positive and meaningful experience for dual enrollment students and to ensure the choices they make now will support their future goals.

Dual enrollment students can enroll in approved academic courses in various content areas or career technical courses toward a specific career path. Students can participate in college-level classes at their area high school taught by credentialed high school instructors, on UNM-Taos' campus, or online. The UNM-Taos Dual Enrollment Program also offers Friday Early College Program, an opportunity for students to enroll and attend courses taught at UNM-Taos' campus on Fridays with other area high school students.

By participating in the Dual Enrollment Program, students experience many advantages including:

• Ease into campus life while learning from faculty and meeting others.

• Decrease the amount of time needed to complete a certificate, associate, or bachelor's degree.

• Save money on college tuition and textbook costs.

• Have access to student services such as tutoring, advising, the UNM-Taos library, and more.

The UNM-Taos Dual Enrollment Program works with public, private, and charter high schools across Northern New Mexico, as well as homeschooled students. If you are interested in the Dual Enrollment Program at UNM-Taos and would like more information, please contact UNMTaosDC@unm.edu today.

Kelsey Mead

Dual Enrollment Operations Specialist

Main Phone: 575.737.3775 Email: kelseymead@unm.edu or unmtaosDC@unm.edu

BECOME A STUDENT

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GETTING INTO COLLEGE

Here at UNM-Taos we are ready to support you along the way. Give us a call at 575.737.6215 or visit us in Padre Martinez Hall at the Klauer Campus to get started today.

unmtaosadmissions@unm.edu

PAYING FOR COLLEGE

Tuition at UNM-Taos is very affordable, and you may qualify to have a portion or even all of your tuition covered. Meet with a financial aid officer to discuss applying for state and federal financial aid and scholarships.

Call 575.737.6215 to book your appointment today.

Book an appointment with admissions

CREATE YOUR PLAN AND ENROLL IN CLASSES

You will be paired with someone who can guide you on what to study. They will help you make a plan and sign up for classes.

Start the financial aid process now

Guiding you along the path

WE ARE HERE TO SUPPORT YOU

CASA

Center for Academic Success and Achievement

We are dedicated to supporting our UNM-Taos Community by providing tutoring, learning, supplemental academic support, technology support, and accessibility services during your academic career at UNM-Taos. CASA has tutoring, Math and Writing Labs all available in an online platform. Visit our website for more information.

Rachel Gift

Phone: 575.737.3695 Email: casaatunmtaos@unm.edu

TRIO-SSS

The TRIO-SSS program is a community building program focused on empowering students to achieve their academic goals.

• Personalized academic advising to help achieve success

• Visits to 4-year colleges to explore transfer opportunities

• Career exploration aligned with education goals

• Strategies for Success Workshops including Financial Literacy

• Scholarships

TO JOIN TRIO-SSS CONTACT: Phone: 575.737.3772 Email: taostrio@unm.edu

IMPORTANT DATES

2022

Finals

End of Semester

December 12-17

December 17

Winter Break (campus closed) December 23 - January 2

2023

Spring Semester Begins

January 16

Martin Luther King Day (closed) January 16

First day of classes January 17

Spring Break March 12-19

Finals May 8-13

End of Semester May 13

Memorial Day (campus closed) May 29

Summer Semester Begins June 5

Independence Day (campus closed) July 4

Summer Semester Ends August 1

Fall Semester Begins August 21