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.

Aug 26, 2024 Bear Grease Share Inspiring Stories at the Meet & Greet On the morning of August 20th, 2024, Northern New Mexico College had the pleasure of hosting the cast and crew of Bear Grease for an intimate meet and greet with faculty and staff. This special event, held just hours before the highly anticipated performance, provided an opportunity for the college community to connect with the creative minds behind this groundbreaking musical. Dr. Larry Guerrero, NNMC’s Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs, welcomed the cast, crew, and gathered attendees, setting the tone for a morning filled with inspiration and cultural celebration. Henry “Cloud” RedCloud, the Co-Creator and...

Aug 22, 2024 Northern Welcomes the Cast and Crew of Bear Grease Monday night, August 19, marked a truly special occasion at Santa Claran Hotel as the Northern community gathered to honor the talented cast and crew of Bear Grease with a warm and heartfelt dinner. This event was a celebration of creativity, culture, and community, bringing together students, faculty, staff, and local supporters to recognize the extraordinary effort behind this unique production.

Aug 22, 2024 Celebrating first Darrin’s Place Wildland Fire Fighting course grads Northern New Mexico College’s Adult Education and Continuing Education programs are branching out, bringing opportunities for obtaining practical skills into the broader community. This summer, Adult Ed teamed up with Darrin’s Place to bring its Wildland Firefighting program to the rehab center’s residents. Twenty students successfully completed the course and obtained their Wildland Firefighting certificates.