WNMU News

Western New Mexico University (WNMU) has reached a significant milestone in its national search for the institution’s 16th president. The WNMU Presidential Search Committee has identified five distinguished finalists who will visit the Silver City campus for extensive interviews and community engagement in late February and early March. In accordance with the New Mexico Open […]

The Western New Mexico University (WNMU) Expressive Arts Department and the Francis McCray Gallery of Contemporary Art presented the 2026 Student Juried Art Exhibition. A cornerstone of the university’s spring cultural calendar, the exhibition showcased the technical mastery and conceptual depth of the next generation of Southwest artists. This year’s collection highlights the unique “applied […]

At Western New Mexico University (WNMU), academic advising is far more than a routine checklist of degree requirements; it is a dedicated journey of mentorship, advocacy, and personal transformation. WNMU January employee of the month, Eric Lowe, embodies this vision. Serving as an undergraduate advisor for the WNMU College of Education, Lowe brings what colleagues […]

The Associated Students of Western New Mexico University (ASWNMU) is formally seeking state funding to establish the ASWNMU Learning Hub. This initiative represents a comprehensive effort to modernize the university’s academic infrastructure and revitalize the robust student support systems that have historically served as a cornerstone of the Mustang experience. The proposal for the ASWNMU […]

Western New Mexico University (WNMU) is seeking funds from the state legislature to modernize its athletic infrastructure and expand comprehensive health services for WNMU student-athletes. The university’s proposal centers on the conviction that modernized facilities are a prerequisite for student success. The primary focus of the legislative request is an overhaul of aging HVAC (Heating, […]

The acquisition and renovation of the historic Sixth Street School is a primary focus of WNMU as part of its 2026 legislative priorities. The university is seeking $8 million in state funding to transform the local landmark into the permanent home for the New Mexico Center of Excellence for Early Childhood Education. The proposal emphasizes […]

Western New Mexico University (WNMU) announces the retirement of Assistant Vice President of Facilities and Operations, Kevin Matthes. An alumnus and longtime champion of the university, Matthes leaves behind a campus transformed by his commitment to infrastructure, aesthetics, and an employee-centric leadership philosophy. Matthes’s connection to WNMU and Silver City is deeply personal. After his […]

Western New Mexico University (WNMU) announced a comprehensive digital modernization, “Smart Campus” initiative, ensuring the university continues to embrace and enhance traditional campus teaching combined with its expansive and growing online offerings. The initiative, designed to meet the evolving challenges of the 21st century academic landscape, prioritizes digital equity for students and faculty across New […]

The Western New Mexico University (WNMU) Board of Regents convened for a hybrid meeting at the New Mexico State Capitol on Thursday, January 29, 2026. The session, held in Room 303, brought together university leadership and state legislators to discuss the institution’s trajectory, capital improvements, and the ongoing search for a permanent president. Board Chair […]

In a powerful display of community solidarity and athletic grit, Western New Mexico University (WNMU) hosted its annual “Pink Out” night on Tuesday, January 20, at Drag’s Court. The double-header event, featuring both the Women’s and Men’s Basketball teams against Sul Ross State, served as a cornerstone of fundraising for breast cancer awareness and local […]