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Engagement Summit at New Mexico Junior College drives the Faculty Development
New Mexico Junior College (NMJC) Dean of Applied Sciences and Learning Technology, Stephanie Ferguson, and Dean of Arts, Sciences, and Learning Support, Dianne Marquez hosted an impactful Engagement Summit on April 5, 2024. The summit gathered educators, and administrators in a collaborative effort to motivate the institution's commitment to academic excellence.
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NMJC's Mu Alpha Theta Chapter Celebrates Inductees in Annual Induction Ceremony 2024
On March 7, 2024, Mu Alpha Theta (MAT), held its once-a-year Induction Ceremony, welcoming exceptional students into its esteemed ranks. The event, held at New Mexico Junior College (NMJC) celebrated the academic achievements and dedication to mathematics of the newest inductees.
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New Mexico Junior College Hosts Successful Discover Day
New Mexico Junior College (NMJC) opened its doors to high school juniors and seniors for an exciting and informative Discover Day on Friday March 8, 2024. The event aimed to introduce prospective students to the NMJC campus and showcase the opportunities available to them. With a fun-filled agenda, attendees were treated to a day of exploration, engagement, and entertainment.
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Carmen Soto, NMJC Adult Education Student, Recognized as "Outstanding Student of the Year" for Adult Education and Literacy Day 2024
New Mexico Junior College (NMJC) congratulates Carmen Soto as the recipient of the Outstanding Student of the Year award for Adult Education and Literacy Day 2024. Carmen's remarkable dedication and achievements were celebrated during a special recognition ceremony in Santa Fe, NM where she was honored as a legislative guest.
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New Mexico Junior College Sends Three Candidates for New Mexico SkillsUSA Postsecondary Officer Team
New Mexico Junior College (NMJC) has selected three students to run for the New Mexico SkillsUSA Postsecondary Officer Team during the NM SkillsUSA State Leadership and Skills Conference in Albuquerque, NM from Apr. 11 - 13, 2024.
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New Mexico Junior College attends Higher Education Day in Santa Fe
On Tuesday, Feb. 13, the New Mexico Higher Education Department hosted the 2024 Higher Education Day at the State Capital in Santa Fe, NM.
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NMJC Builds Partnership with Education Partnership of the Permian Basin
New Mexico Junior College's (NMJC) Workforce Development recently initiative a collaboration with the Education Partnership of the Permian Basin (EPPB)
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NMJC Hosts Second Annual Automotive Competition
New Mexico Junior College's (NMJC) Automotive Technology program was held on Thursday, Feb. 8, 2024, as high school automotive students from across the region gathered for the second annual Automotive Competition.
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New Mexico Junior College Workforce Development's Automation & Industrial Systems (A&I) Program thrives with a new vision
The Automation & Industrial Systems (A&I) program at New Mexico Junior College (NMJC) has undergone a transformative journey, marked by the addition of Stephen Calderon as its new Instructor on July 1, 2023, and a strategic rebranding initiative from Instrumentation & Controls to A&I. These changes, implemented over the past seven months, have brought great results, positioning the program for amazing growth within NMJC's Workforce Development Division.
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Eunice High School tours NMJC and Workforce Development Division
New Mexico Junior College (NMJC) recently collaborated with Eunice High School on providing an enlightening and educational experience for its senior class. On Jan. 22, approximately 50 students from Eunice High School had the unique opportunity to explore the diverse academic offerings and career pathways offered by NMJC.
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Musical Collaboration at NMJC's Cutting-Edge Studio
New Mexico Junior College (NMJC) is hosting a musical collaboration at its state-of-the-art Los Angeles-style recording studio, featuring three acclaimed artists: Cale Richardson, Black Vera, and William Boreing.
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2023 Fall NMJC Honor's List
Students listed for their academic achievements in the 2023 Fall semester President's, Vice-President's, and Dean's list.
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Dustin Garrett: The Musician and Educator Shaping the Entertainment Industry
New Mexico Junior College (NMJC) Director of Entertainment and Music Technology, Dustin Garrett was featured in an exclusive interview by "Voyage Dallas".
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New Mexico Junior College Fall 2023 Student Satisfaction Survey
New Mexico Junior College (NMJC) is excited to announce the results of its Fall 2023 Student Satisfaction Survey. The survey used a sampling method which reflected the insights and sentiments of nearly 230 students in select in-person classes. This study was done by Ruffalo Noel-Levitz and reveals NMJC's commitment to excellence and student-centric approach.
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"Museum On Ice" at the Western Heritage Museum and Lea County Cowboy Hall of Fame
The Western Heritage Museum, is delighted to unveil its newest attraction: an enchanting indoor ice-skating rink, enhancing the holiday experience for visitors of all ages. The indoor skating rink at the Western Heritage Museum will remain open to the public, offering the chance to glide and twirl on the skating rink until Feb. 29, 2024.
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New Certified Nursing Assistant program at New Mexico Junior College
New Mexico Junior College's (NMJC) Workforce Development proudly announces the introduction of its Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) program, aimed at meeting the rising demand for skilled healthcare professionals in the region.
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2024 Spring Registration at New Mexico Junior College
As the excitement for the upcoming spring semester builds, New Mexico Junior College (NMJC) begins spring registration activities, offering an array of opportunities and events to support students in their academic journey. Last day to register for the Spring semester is Friday, Jan. 12, 2024 at 5:00 PM. Please go to www.nmjc.edu for more information. Classes begin on Tuesday, Jan. 16, 2024.
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200 Students from C-TECH and Highland AVID programs visit NMJC
New Mexico Junior College (NMJC) recently welcomed nearly 200 students from the Career and Technical Education Center Hobbs (CTECH) and Highland Middle School to showcase the innovative opportunities of continuing their education.
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2023 Annual NMJC Foundation Scholarship & Alumni Reception Honors Alumni, Donors and Students
New Mexico Junior College Foundation hosted its Annual NMJC Foundation Scholarship and Alumni Reception Nov. 7, at the Lea County Event Center. Tuesday night's event drew one of the largest crowds the event has seen with nearly 300 people in attendance.
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NMJC hosts the World Safety Organization for Campus Tour
New Mexico Junior College (NMJC) was honored to host representatives from the esteemed World Safety Organization (WSO) on Oct.4 for an in-depth campus tour.
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New Career & Transfer Center at New Mexico Junior College
New Mexico Junior College (NMJC) recently opened its new Career and Transfer Center, and welcomed Career Development Advisor Dawna Burton.
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Dustin Garrett highlighted by NPR, "More than a Song" Podcast
Dustin Garrett, New Mexico Junior College Director of Entertainment and Music Technology, is a seasoned musician with a lifelong commitment to the art of music, and was recently featured as a guest on the renowned National Public Radio (NPR) podcast, "More Than a Song".
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New Thunderbird Health Center
New Mexico Junior College (NMJC) is excited to announce the upcoming new facility "Thunderbird Health Center".
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New Mexico Oil & Gas Association
New Mexico Junior College Vice President for Workforce Development, Steve Sauceda has been invited to speak at the New Mexico Oil & Gas Association (NMOGA) Annual Conference Oct. 8 - 10, 2023 in Santa Fe, NM.
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Fearless Concert Series: NMJC celebrates first concert in the line up
NMJC kicks off Fearless Concert Series on September 9, 2023.
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2023 NMJC Leadership Institute
New Mexico Junior College (NMJC) is proud to announce the launch of the NMJC Leadership Institute, a comprehensive program designed to cultivate and develop the next generation of leaders. The institute, which began in the fall of 2023, is set to empower staff with essential leadership skills and experiences to succeed in their professional and personal pursuits.
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NMJC adds stand-alone salon, new director with Hollywood experience
NMJC adds stand-alone salon, new director with Hollywood experience
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Auditors give NMJC good financial review
Auditors give NMJC good financial review
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NMJC board adopts student success program
NMJC board adopts student success program
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Entertainment and Music Tech program exposes students to skills, jobs in variety of industries
Entertainment and Music Tech program exposes students to skills, jobs in variety of industries
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NMJC Board names Steve McCleery as Interim President
NMJC Board names Steve McCleery as Interim President
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Spring 2021 Honors List
NMJC announces Spring 2021 Honors Lists.
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Fall 2020 Honors List
NMJC announces student honors list from Fall 2020.
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Ray Birmingham Named 2020 Keeper of the Game Award Winner
Ray Birmingham was named the 2020 winner of the Keeper of the Game award.
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Ron Black Resigns from NMJC Board
Ron Black has resigned from the NMJC Board due to moving to a different district.
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Eunice Loses Its Biggest Supporter
Mary Lou Vinson got things done in Eunice
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$25 Million in Renovations
NMJC is spending about $25 million on renovations to make the campus better for students and the community
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Honors List Spring 2020
spring honors list
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NMJC Offering All Classes in the Fall
NMJC logo and Fall Classes
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Coronavirus update
NMJC Responds to the Coronavirus
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Pi Day Cancelled
NMJC's annual Pi Day celebration has been cancelled
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LPN Option Available for Nursing Students at NMJC
Nursing students who want to begin work in the healthcare industry may opt for an LPN certification.
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Fall 2019 Honors List
Over 280 students at NMJC make Honor Roll
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NMJC Board Approves $1.1M Golf Building
NMJC Board approved the construction of a new golf building
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Trick or Treat Costumes & Cartoons
NMJC nursing students are having a Halloween fundraiser
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Coach Mark Potter Speaks on Depression
Coach Mark Potter will speak about how to overcome debilitating depression
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Hall of Fame Inducts Two Lea County Pioneeers
Lea County Cowboy Hall of Fame Inducts Two for 2019
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Thunderbird Sends 100 Pairs of Shoes Home to Africa
TBird Gideon George collected over 100 pairs of shoes for kids from his hometown of Minna, Nigeria
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A Bachelor's Degree for Under $10,000
NMJC is partnering with Texas Tech and local high schools to reduce the cost and time to get a university degree
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National Geographic's Greatest Photographs of the American West
National Geographic's Greatest Photographs of the American West opens Thursday, August 22, at the Western Heritage Museum
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E Pluribus Unum Photographs Open Thursday August 22
E Pluribus Unum - Photographs of people from Lea County and Southeast New Mexico Opens Thursday, August 22
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Drink and Draw with Rodin and Jawrunner
Drink and Draw
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NMJC Plans $3M in Upgrades
NMJC Board update
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Gardening Workshop
The Second Annual Family Gardening Workshop is Saturday, May 4 at the Western Heritage Museum.
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Family Fun Day April 27
Free Family Fun Day takes place Saturday April 27 at the Western Heritage Museum - with snakes!
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Pi Day Breaks Record
Over 6,000 people attended NMJC's Pi Day
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Pi Day 2019
NMJC will host the 5th Annual Pi Day, Thursday, March 14 at the Events Center
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WJCAC Names All-Conference Basketball Team
WJCAC 2019 All Conference Basketball Team Announced
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Beauchamp Becomes New Director of Kerrville Museum
Dr. Darrell Beauchamp to Become Director of Kerrville Museum
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Escape Your Fear
Escape Your Fear Every Thursday at the Museum
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Women's Heritage Tea to Honor 5 Lea County Women
Women's Heritage Tea will honor five local women at Western Heritage Museum
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Honor Roll for Fall 2018
NMJC announced its Honor Roll for Fall 2018
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Goose Bumps! The Science of Fear
A new, interactive exhibit opens at the Western Heritage Museum
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Big Spring Grad Adams Off to Great Start
Luke Adams is off to a great start as NMJC Basketball Coach
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CASA's Therapy Dog Helps NMJC Students
CASA's therapy dog helped NMJC students during finals.
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NMJC Students Involved with Stuff A Truck
NMJC students helped unload cans of food for Stuff A Truck
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New Horizons Sees Revenue from Project
New Horizons Foundation is seeing success from technology projects
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NMJC To Induct Cantrell, Gilbreath into Hall of Fame
Tom Cantrell and Wardell Gilbreath will be inducted into the WJCAC Hall of Fame
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Remodeling Project at Caster Activity Center
NMJC Board approves additional money for remodeling Caster
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NMJC and Texas Tech Announce New Academic Partnership
NMJC and Texas Tech signed a new agreement to make it easy for student transfers
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NMJC To Benefit from Bond D
NMJC will receive $4.75 million from GO Bond D
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NMJC - NMSU Carlsbad Sign Workforce Agreement
NMJC - NMSU Carlsbad signed MOU for Workforce Training
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Dia de los Muertos Family Fun Day
Free Celebration for Day of the Dead
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Two to be Inducted into Lea County Cowboy Hall of Fame
C. B. Cochran and Herbert Neil Love to be Inducted into Hall of Fame
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Rodeo Team Members Win NIRA Scholastic Award
2 TBirds on Rodeo Team win Scholastic Award
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