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.

Aug 20, 2024 Northern Welcomes New Eagles! Northern New Mexico College (NNMC) recently hosted a highly successful New Student Orientation, welcoming approximately 170 new students to its vibrant campus. The event, designed to help students transition smoothly into college life, was packed with activities, workshops, and speeches that set the tone for an exciting academic year ahead. The day began with a warm and heartfelt welcome from Dr. Larry Guerrero, who set the stage for what would be an informative and inspiring day. Students were introduced to the NNMC campus through guided tours, where they familiarized themselves with key locations such as academic buildings, the...

Aug 12, 2024 Starting the 2024 School Year Northern New Mexico College kicked off the 2024-2025 school year with an exciting Convocation ceremony, setting the stage for a year full of learning and growth. The event, held in the college auditorium, brought together staff and faculty to celebrate the start of the new academic year and to honor those who have made significant contributions to the college community. President Hector Balderas warmly welcomed everyone back, praising the college’s unique strengths. He reminded the audience that Northern has something special that other colleges don’t—a long and rich history. "We have a deep history...

Aug 05, 2024 NNMC CAMP's New Student Orientation Northern New Mexico College (NNMC) warmly welcomed the 2024 class of its College Assistance Migrant Program (CAMP) during a New Student Orientation held on July 31 and August 1. The event marked the beginning of a promising academic journey for the new Eagles, who were introduced to the wealth of resources and support available to them at NNMC. NNMC President Hector Balderas delivered an inspirational keynote address, recounting his remarkable journey from growing up in the small town of Wagon Mound, New Mexico, to achieving significant professional milestones. Balderas shared his experiences of overcoming adversity...

Aug 05, 2024 Governor Lujan at NNMC Town Hall Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham made her third stop on the Public Safety Tour at Northern New Mexico College on July 30, 2024, where she addressed public safety concerns and gathered feedback from Rio Arriba County residents. The town hall meeting, attended by numerous elected officials and leaders from local Pueblos, underscored the community's urgent concerns about crime and safety. NNMC President Hector Balderas, a former New Mexico Attorney General, introduced Governor Lujan Grisham to the packed auditorium. He emphasized the importance of community safety as a foundation for prosperity, expressing the college's honor in hosting...