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Áñ—†ÊÓƵALLUP NEWS RELEASE

For Release - November 3, 2008

The Áñ—†ÊÓƵallup Student Senate and area Veteran Services will host the Second Annual Woman Veterans Conference on Thursday, November 6, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. in Calvin Hall Auditorium.

The conference will offer information on resources to woman veterans in the following areas: VA benefits, health care, state benefits, tribal benefits, entitlements, sister search and service organizations. Woman veterans will also be recognized for their accomplishments.

During this event, the Student Senate will sponsor a special screening of “Lioness”, a documentary following a special unit of women during special operations in Iraq.

For more information, contact Cassandra Morgan, vice president of the Áñ—†ÊÓƵallup Student Senate, at cassmorgan1341@yahoo.com or at 505.863.7573.

Áñ—†ÊÓƵALLUP NEWS RELEASE

For Release - November 5, 2008

The New Áñ—†ÊÓƵ Winds will play in concert on Thursday, Nov. 13, at 7 p.m. in Calvin Hall Auditorium.

The New Áñ—†ÊÓƵ Winds were formed in 1984 as the artist faculty Woodwind Quintet-in-Residence in the Department of Music at the University of New Áñ—†ÊÓƵ-Albuquerque. The group is comprised of the woodwind and horn faculty at UNM, and includes Valerie Potter, associate professor of flute; Kevin Vigneau, associate professor of oboe; Keith Lemmons, professor of clarinet and Presidential Teaching Fellow; Denise Reig Turner, lecturer of  bassoon; and Peter Ulffers, lecturer of horn.

The artist faculty members combine distinguished teaching careers with active solo, chamber music, and orchestral performances, having held positions in chamber ensembles and orchestras throughout Europe, Áñ—†ÊÓƵ, Canada, South America and the United States. Individual solo performances have taken them around the world with concerts in Sweden, Germany, Portugal, Brazil, Spain, Canada, Áñ—†ÊÓƵ, South Africa, Puerto Rico and the United States.

In addition to on-campus concerts, the quintet is active throughout New Áñ—†ÊÓƵ, the Southwest and the United States, presenting frequent recitals, clinics and youth concerts. The New Áñ—†ÊÓƵ Winds have been invited guest artists for the College Music Society National Conference, the International Double Reed Society National Conference, the Lumina Classical Music Series, the Short Grass Music Festival, the New Áñ—†ÊÓƵ Music Educators Association All-State conference and at numerous universities, colleges and high schools.

The New Áñ—†ÊÓƵ Winds offers a variety of educational programs and concerts including music by Ravel, Prokofiev, Mozart, Arrieu, Danzi, Cambini, Klughardt, Beethoven, Milhaud, Sierra, Onslow, Reicha, Poulenc, Fine, Jolivet, Hindemith, Nielson, Ibert, Ligeti, Barber, Schuller, and Villa-Lobos. They have commissioned and premiered works by Bill Wood, Scott Wilkinson and Christopher Shultis. Guest artists have included pianists George Robert and Maribeth Gunning; saxophonists Eric Lau and Carrie Koffman; percussionist Scott Ney; and narrators Chad Simons and Jorge Perez Gomez. They have recorded for the Centaur, albuZERXque, Katson Production and University of New Áñ—†ÊÓƵ record labels.

The concert is sponsored by the Achieving the Dream initiative at Áñ—†ÊÓƵallup. For more information, contact Keith Lemmons at klemmons@unm.edu.

Áñ—†ÊÓƵALLUP NEWS RELEASE

For release November 11, 2008   

Early registration is ongoing for spring classes at the University of New Áñ—†ÊÓƵ-Gallup, continuing through January 19, '09. Classes start January 20, but registration will continue through January 23.

As an incentive to register early, the college is offering students a chance at a free Dell laptop with every course they register for. Students registering through January 19 are eligible.

A welcome event for students is planned for Gurley Hall on January 20, with refreshments and music.

New students are required to consult an advisor prior to registering, and may call the main college number, 505.863.7500 for more information. Students who do not require advisement may register at my.unm.edu or by phone at (505) 246-2020. The class schedule is updated daily on this website (see main page).

Áñ—†ÊÓƵALLUP NEWS RELEASE

For release November 13, 2008

Áñ—†ÊÓƵallup will kick off the holiday season with a special lighting ceremony on Thursday, December 4 at 5:30 p.m. in front of Gurley Hall. After remarks by Interim Executive Director Barry Cooney outside the front door of Gurley, the holiday lights will be switched on and those assembled will move inside for a presentation by the Starlettes dancing group, holiday music, refreshments and a visit with Santa Claus.

The public is invited.

Áñ—†ÊÓƵALLUP NEWS RELEASE

For Release - November 19, 2008

Guitarist John Siqueiros will perform in concert Monday, November 24, at 7 p.m. in Calvin Hall Auditorium in a free concert.

Siqueiros joined the music faculty of the University of Texas at El Paso in 2002 and is currently an assistant professor. He received a bachelor’s degree in Guitar Performance from UTEP in 1979. Upon graduating, Siqueiros participated in a series of master’s classes directed by several guitar masters, including Manuel Barrueco, Leo Brouwer, Sharon Isben, David Strobin and Michael Lorimer. In 1989, he received a master of arts in Guitar Performance from the University of California, San Diego, under the direction of Pepe Romero.

Siqueiros has almost 30 years’ teaching experience including teaching positions at the University of California, San Diego, New Áñ—†ÊÓƵ State University, and Houston’s Junior High School for the Performing and Visual Arts. He is currently chair of the Guitar Division and program director of the UTEP Mariachi Program.

The concert is free and open to the public. Siqueiros’ appearance is sponsored by Achieving the Dream, an initiative of the Lumina Foundation targeting student success.

Áñ—†ÊÓƵALLUP NEWS RELEASE

For Release - November 26, 2008

“Patterns of Exchange: Weavers and Traders,”  a book by Áñ—†ÊÓƵallup anthropology professor Teresa Wilkins on the historical interactions between Navajo weavers and traders, has received the 2008 New Áñ—†ÊÓƵ Book Award for best non-fiction multicultural subject.

The book was released by the University of Oklahoma Press in May. Wilkins has given talks and participated in book signings at a number of locations since the release of the book, including the Wheelwright Museum of Santa Fe, the Museum of Northern Arizona and the Coconino Center for the Arts in Flagstaff, the Santa Fe Indian Market and the Gallup Inter-Tribal Indian Ceremonial. Her book is available at several locations, including Gallup’s Shush Yaz Trading Company and the Áñ—†ÊÓƵallup bookstore; Barnes and Noble, Bookworks and Borders in Albuquerque; and the Wheelwright in Santa Fe.

Wilkins, who has a degree in art marketing and production from Appalachian State University, obtained her Master’s as well as her Ph.D. from the University of Colorado. She has been with Áñ—†ÊÓƵallup since 1997. Her next project, she says, will probably be about Navajo weavers and traders and the Shiprock Fair in the early 1900s.

For more information on the awards, go to www.nmbookaward.com

Áñ—†ÊÓƵALLUP NEWS RELEASE

For Release - October 17, 2008

The work of South Florida artist Amy Broderick is on view in the Ingham Chapman Gallery of Áñ—†ÊÓƵallup through October 31.

The works in the exhibition, titled “Morpheme,” are monumental black and white drawings in graphite, charcoal and ink.

“I am the child of wordsmiths,” says Broderick in her artist’s statement. “I grew up surrounded by books, conversations, and ideas that unfolded in multiple languages – English and Spanish, and bits of everything from Latin to Basque to Esperanto. Growing up in this environment made me aware of the manner in which we humans use language to construct knowledge from the name we give to a square piece of paper to the ideas that form the foundation of the American experiment.”

Call the gallery at 863.7774 for more information.

Áñ—†ÊÓƵALLUP NEWS RELEASE

For Release - October 17, 2008

The University of New Áñ—†ÊÓƵ-Gallup has scheduled a candidates’ forum for Friday, October 24, from 12:30 to 2:30 p.m. in the Calvin Hall auditorium. Among those invited are candidates for office in Gallup and McKinley County; New Áñ—†ÊÓƵ candidates for the U.S. Senate, Steve Pearce and Tom Udall; and candidates for District 3 of the U.S. House of Representatives, Dan East and Ben Ray Lujan.  Also invited are representatives from the headquarters of Obama and McCain campaigns. Organizers plan for the candidates to answer questions in a town meeting-type format. 

For further information, contact Donna Jacobs, instructor in the Business Management and Technology Department, 863-7634, or Dale Mason, political science instructor, 863-7677.

Áñ—†ÊÓƵALLUP NEWS RELEASE

For Release - October 22, 2008

The University of New Áñ—†ÊÓƵ-Gallup Student Senate is planning a Halloween Dance from 9 p.m. to midnight on October 31 in Gurley Hall Commons.

UNMG clubs will host fundraiser booths during the dance.

Cost of admission is $2.

Áñ—†ÊÓƵALLUP NEWS RELEASE

For Release - October 30, 2008

The University of New Áñ—†ÊÓƵ-Gallup Native American Student Club will host a gaming forum on Wednesday, Nov. 5, at 6:30 p.m. in Calvin Hall Auditorium Room 248.

Forum guests include Navajo Nation Vice President Ben Shelly; Navajo Nation Gaming Enterprise’s Raymond Etsitty and gambling counselor Steven Peretti. The forum will be moderated by Dale Mason, political science associate professor and author of “Indian Gaming.”

Light refreshments will be served afterward.

For more information, contact NASC President Rhianan M. Curley at 928.206.4007 or email at rkurley@yahoo.com or NASC advisor Kim Simms at 505.979.0035 or email at ksimms@unm.edu.

Linda Thornton

Senior Public Affairs Representative

University of New Áñ—†ÊÓƵ-Gallup

(505) 863-7565

lthornton@gallup.unm.edu

Áñ—†ÊÓƵALLUP NEWS RELEASE

September 2, 2008

The University of New Áñ—†ÊÓƵ-Gallup is showing an exhibition of “New Deal Public Art by New Áñ—†ÊÓƵ Artists, 1933-1942” in the Ingham Chapman Gallery. The exhibition will be on view until September 26.

The federal Works Progress Administration of the 1930s commissioned hundreds of artists nationwide to produce what is now known collectively as “WPA Art.” The various WPA projects in the arts and other segments of society were an effort to put people back to work during the Depression.

More than 150 artists and craftsmen in New Áñ—†ÊÓƵ were employed in these projects. Cities and towns across the state benefited from their work, which included murals on public buildings, and paintings, pottery, sculpture, furniture and crafts for display in public institutions. Many of these works are still in existence in New Áñ—†ÊÓƵ.  

David Kammer, an Albuquerque historian and expert on New Deal art, will give a lecture on Monday, Sept. 8, from 7 to 8 p.m. in Calvin Hall Auditorium 248C. Light refreshments will be served after the lecture.

The exhibition is sponsored by the New Áñ—†ÊÓƵ Chapter of the National New Deal Preservation Association.

Call gallery manager John Zimmerman at (505) 863-7774 for more information.

Áñ—†ÊÓƵALLUP NEWS RELEASE

For Release - September 3, 2008

Áñ—†ÊÓƵallup will celebrate its 40th anniversary on Thursday, October 16, at 9:30 a.m. in the Commons of Gurley Hall. Among the expected guests are UNM President David Schmidly, UNM Provost Suzanne Trager Ortega and Marc Nigliazzo, UNM vice president in charge of Rio Rancho operations and branch academic affairs, as well as several of the founders and original “friends” of the college, previous college directors, community leaders, educators, government officials and many more.

          Among the founders to be recognized are the following:

•     Ernest Becenti Sr. -- Becenti was responsible for a motion in 1967 by the Gallup-McKinley County Board of Education to hold a district-wide tax levy to support a branch college.

•     The late Clair Gurley (represented by grandson Steve Gurley) -- The Gurley family donated four parcels of land, totaling approximately 70 acres, to the Áñ—†ÊÓƵallup campus, which allowed the school to expand to its present dimensions today. The main college building, Gurley Hall, built in 1974, was named after the family.

•     Louis “Eddie” DePauli -- DePauli was a district judge who also served on the Advisory Board that advocated starting a community college in Gallup.

•     The late Ferrel Heady -- The president of the University of New Áñ—†ÊÓƵ, Heady met with legislators to request support of the Áñ—†ÊÓƵallup Branch as the college was being formed.

• Van Dorn Hooker -- Director of the Architecture and Planning Department of UNM from 1963 to 1987, Hooker was responsible for having the design perspective of the Áñ—†ÊÓƵallup campus in place prior to final approval.

•     Robert Lalicker -- A UNM employee from 1956 to 1984, Lalicker served as administrative assistant to President-Elect Ferrel Heady and was assigned to assist Gallup in starting a branch campus.

•     Bill Lewis – Bill Lewis will represent the Gallup Lions Club, which donated the building in which the first classes on the current site of Áñ—†ÊÓƵallup were held. The Lions Club building most recently housed offices and offices for Community Affairs.

•     Paul McCollum -- A tireless ambassador of Áñ—†ÊÓƵallup in its formative years, McCollum set up a Chamber of Commerce committee to establish a branch college in Gallup. He was a member of the campus’s Building Advisory Committee when it was formed in 1971, and was key in promoting a 1967 feasibility study for a branch college in Gallup.

•     The late Eric McCrossen -- Editor of the Gallup Independent in the late 1960’s, McCrossen loaned his editorial support to a publicity campaign in favor of the college.

•     Walter Wolf -- A UNM regent from March 1968 to December 1972, Wolf set up procedures so branch students could gain access to duplicate volumes and research materials from UNM’s library through the Gallup High School Library during the first years of the college’s existence.

•     The late Harvey Whitehill -- Executive manager of the Gallup Chamber of Commerce, Whitehill was instrumental in promoting the first mill levy election to benefit the college. He traveled throughout the state to promote the school, and rallied citizen support for the college. He also assisted in the 1967 feasibility study.

• The late John Zollinger -- Owner of the Gallup Independent, Zollinger used the newspaper to drum up support for the college. He also met with legislators in Santa Fe and officials at UNM to lobby for support.

      Others to be recognized include several “friends” of Áñ—†ÊÓƵallup, including Octavia Fellin, Martin Link, Sally Noe, Martha Zollinger, as well as former Advisory Board members Barbara Stanley, J.R. Thompson, Ruby Wolf and Carmelita Sanchez.

      Additionally, several individuals who have played a significant role in Áñ—†ÊÓƵallup’s history will be recognized, including the late Bob Adamson of the Gallup Lions Club; the late Bob Allen, former Mayor of Gallup and an Advisory Committee member; the late Jack Chapman, former Advisory Board Chair; the late Wayne Lewis of the Gallup Lions Club; the late Jimmy Miller, Gallup Schools administrator and Advisory Committee member; Gilbert Rangel, first graduate of Áñ—†ÊÓƵallup; Boyce Russell, first instructor at Áñ—†ÊÓƵallup; the late Chester Travelstead, former UNM vice president; the late L.O. Yandel, Gallup High instructor and director of the first college classes at Gallup High.

      Also to be recognized will be the past executive directors of Áñ—†ÊÓƵallup, including the late Calvin Hall, Dr. Donald A. Gatzke, Dr. John Phillips, Dr. Robert Carlson and Dr. Elizabeth Miller. 

      The celebration will start with music and dancing by the Fernando Cellicion Dancers of Zuni, followed by introductions and recognition. There will be tours, refreshments, and a presentation of a special Áñ—†ÊÓƵallup historical exhibit in the Gurley display case, created by Áñ—†ÊÓƵallup adjunct instructor Martin Link.

Áñ—†ÊÓƵALLUP NEWS RELEASE

For Release - September 4, 2009

The University of New Áñ—†ÊÓƵ-Gallup’s Business Tech Department will offer six Tuesday workshops, starting Sept. 23, and continuing on Oct. 7, Oct. 21, Nov. 4, Nov. 18 and Dec. 2. The sessions will run from 12:15 to 1 p.m. in the Chamber of Commerce Navajo Code Talker Room.

The theme “Chickenomics, Chickpower & Chickenfeed” will encompass such topics as the free market economy, the energy crisis  (gas prices, alternative energy, conservation and recycling), and managing money (budgeting, debit and credit cards, free credit report and consumer savvy tricks). The format will be a short lecture followed by question and answer and discussion.

The workshops are free. Those participating are invited to bring a sack lunch.

For more information contact Donna Jacobs, 86307634, or at donnav@unm.edu.

Áñ—†ÊÓƵALLUP NEWS RELEASE

For Release - September 8, 2008

Singer Radmilla Cody will present a concert on September 18 from 7 to 9 p.m. at Áñ—†ÊÓƵallup in Calvin Hall, Room 248.

Cody, Miss Navajo Nation in 1997-98, is a recording artist for Canyon Records, and an Indie award winner. She was also a nominee for the Indian Summer Festival Awards and the Native American Music Awards. Born on the Navajo Nation, she spent her childhood with her grandmother, herding sheep on foot and horseback and carding and spinning wool. One of her most powerful childhood memories is of standing on the sheep corral, singing at the top of her lungs with the sheep and goats as audience.

She has also worked to bring awareness about the epidemic of domestic violence in Native communities.

Admission to the concert is free. For more information, contact Bernadette Fontenelle, Achieving the Dream coordinator, 863-7631

The concert is sponsored by Achieving the Dream, a grant that is helping Áñ—†ÊÓƵallup students achieve academic success, and that also funds cultural events so that students may have a more enriching college experience.

Áñ—†ÊÓƵALLUP NEWS RELEASE

For release - September 10, 2008

Holding his nose as he passed the used grease receptacle of the college canteen every day for years, Chris Chavez, an instructor with Áñ—†ÊÓƵallup’s Construction Tech program, had a sudden inspiration a few months ago. Why throw away all that used cooking oil, year after year, when he could be converting it into fuel to use in his program?

He and fellow instructor Rick Krouth put their heads together. After studying the surprisingly easy process for turning cooking oil into fuel, they purchased a biodiesel processor – a $2400 system marketed as a “Freedom Fueler.” Nowadays, they’re churning out biodiesel for 50 to 75 cents a gallon in sufficient quantities to run all the machines in their program, including the adobe making machine, a flatbed dump truck, tractors, welders and others. Further, making their own fuel means they don’t have to take time or expend energy going to the gas station for a fill-up.

“There are also fewer emissions with this method,” says Krouth, who has already started giving demonstrations on biodiesel fuel making at the college and around the area. He’s also teaching that you don’t necessarily have to purchase an expensive processor – anyone can make biodiesel fuel right at home, agitating the lye and cooking oil mixture while sitting in front of the television at night. At present, the only hitch in the process is finding enough used cooking oil to convert. The instructors are looking into collecting the oil from local restaurants, and say that even the oil with food particles in it is suitable for processing.

But the biodiesel production is just one facet of what the two instructors see as a brave new effort to help Áñ—†ÊÓƵallup –and the surrounding area – go green.

“The trend in construction is green,” Chavez said. “You can’t open a magazine or a newspaper without it saying something about going green, and it’s time for us to offer course work that supports that.”

To that end, the instructors are developing a certificate program in alternative (sustainable) energy. They already have courses in solar adobe construction and building green as part of the approved curriculum.

Krouth is currently teaching a class on building adobe homes, instructing students on the principles of passive solar, much like those employed by the ancient Puebloans: houses of rock and mud facing south, with sun hitting the rock in the morning and the heat radiating into the coolest parts of the building by evening.

Chavez in turn is teaching how to build more sustainably in terms of recycled materials, downsizing living space, energy efficiency and better air quality.

“We’re discussing active energy systems, such as converting sunlight into electricity, heating hot water for geothermal heat rather than blowing hot air into the house, and wind power,” he said. Chavez has already built houses with radiant floors, where the heat radiates three to four feet off the ground, providing sufficient heat for human comfort at about 62 degrees. (If the feet stay warm, the rest of the body doesn’t need higher temperatures to feel comfortable, Chavez explains. That means you can keep the thermostat much lower than with conventional heating.).

The instructors are focusing on the concept of using locally available materials whenever possible. For instance, bamboo flooring is trendy now because it’s a sustainable resource – a fast growing grass. However, it is grown, harvested and processed in China, shipped across the ocean in a container ship, trucked to locations such as Gallup – all these steps resulting in a huge “carbon footprint.” For that reason, said Chavez, it makes more sense for builders in Gallup to look into local materials that are easily available.

“For instance, I dig a hole, and with all that dirt I take out, I can build adobes,” Chavez said. “Unfortunately, adobe building is also labor intensive. You have to consider all these factors. It’s complex.”

One labor-saving building method that Chavez believes shows particular promise for this area is that of using structural insulated panels, made of strand or wafer board and plastic foam – a lightweight material with insulation value almost twice that of fiberglass, and which can cut labor costs as much as two-thirds through cutting out several steps in the building process.

In addition to the ongoing classroom discussion, Chavez hopes his students can learn about building green – and particularly the topic of energy efficiency – by talking to the architects and contractors planning a new building at the college.

Students often enroll in Construction Tech to gain skills they will need in building their own houses.  And while the green classes will certainly help them do this in a more efficient way, Chavez also wants to show students things they can do in pre-existing houses, from insulating more efficiently with recycled or biodegradable materials such as ground up newspaper or ground up cellulose, to using paint with low volatile organic compounds that give off less gas emissions than other kinds of paint.

Krouth recently started teaching students about using recycled materials – including what comes from old houses that are being “deconstructed.”

“In the past, contractors would tear down houses and send everything to the landfill,” he says. Now, Krouth is having his students work on deconstructing some houses donated by the city, recycling the materials in their classes for projects.

Next spring, the instructors will be promoting all these concepts at the second annual Áñ—†ÊÓƵallup Home and Garden Show, planned for the end of April.

For more information contact Chavez at 979-0204 or Krouth at 863-7560. 

Áñ—†ÊÓƵALLUP NEWS RELEASE

For Release - September 11, 2008

The Áñ—†ÊÓƵallup Intervarsity Christian Fellowship has a schedule of activities for the fall semester.

• Tuesdays: Meet at 2:45 p.m. in front of the canteen for lunch and spiritual discussion.
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• Wednesdays: Meet at 1:30 p.m. at First United Methodist Church for large group fellowship meeting.
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• Fall Conference, Oct. 17, 6 p.m., and Oct. 19, 12:30 p.m. Broken Arrow Bible Ranch. Fee: $20. Basketball, hiking, campfire, games, and speakers.

Áñ—†ÊÓƵALLUP NEWS RELEASE

For Release - September 17, 2009

Áñ—†ÊÓƵallup is promoting awareness of Education Bond D on the November 4 general election ballot that allocates money to help improve the aging infrastructure of colleges and universities.

“Better facilities keep our brightest students here and provide the best environment for education,” said Linda Thornton, Áñ—†ÊÓƵallup senior public affairs representative and the coordinator of the Gallup campaign. “Better skilled workers attract higher paying jobs. Better paying jobs improve all kinds of community services.”

The $139 million Bond D is paid for by property tax assessment of about 29 cents per year per $10000 of a property’s taxable value. For example, citizens will pay $9.77 per year on a property with an assessed value of $100,000. Those with properties assessed at $250,000 will pay $24.45 a year.

Almost every institution of higher learning in the state will receive some funding for improvements and innovations.

Traditionally, the education bond has passed in McKinley County, but campaign organizers say they cannot afford to be complacent. This year, the bond measure is at the end of the ballot – which can mean voters will give up before they get to the end. Also, bond issues sure may have a tougher time because of the poor economy.

Áñ—†ÊÓƵALLUP NEWS RELEASE

For release -- August 11, 2008   

The University of New Áñ—†ÊÓƵ-Gallup is offering another one-stop enrollment shop for the fall semester with the return of Lobo Days, August 18-20, in Gurley Hall Commons.

Times for Lobo Days are: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. on August 18, 5 p.m.-9 p.m. on August 19, and 8 a.m.-5 p.m. on August 20.

Potential students can get advisement on programs and financial aid assistance, complete their FAFSAs (financial aid applications), register for LoboWeb, and actually enroll for classes during Lobo days.

To complete FAFSA applications, students will need their 2007 Federal Income Tax forms (student/spouse and parents, if dependent status); 2007 W2 forms; other documentation regarding income for 2007 (Social Security, unemployment, AFDC/public assistance, etc.), Federal PIN number (students/parents, if dependent); Social Security card, driver’s license and date of birth (student/spouse and parents, if dependent).

Fall classes start August 25.

Call (505) 863-7500 for more information.

Áñ—†ÊÓƵALLUP NEWS RELEASE

For Release - August 22, 2008

The University of New Áñ—†ÊÓƵ-Gallup announces the appointment of Tony Major Jr. as business operations manager. He will assume responsibilities on September 15.

Major, who comes from Flandrau Science Center in Tucson where he was associate director for finance, has extensive accounting experience. He has also worked as a controller for Loma Catalina Company in Tucson and accounting manager for University of Arizona Bookstores.

Major has an MBA from Moravian College, Bethlehem, Penn., and a bachelor’s degree in accounting/business from Desales University, Center Valley, Penn.

“The appointment of Mr. Tony Major as director of business operations here at Áñ—†ÊÓƵ is a welcome event,” said Barry Cooney, interim executive director. “His presence will allow us to continue to improve the quality of both our budgetary review process, as well as the full array of financial services which we provide to our students and staff.”

Áñ—†ÊÓƵALLUP NEWS RELEASE

For Release July 9, 2008

Registration for the fall semester at the University of New Áñ—†ÊÓƵ-Gallup is ongoing, with classes starting August 25. New and returning students may access the fall schedule on the Áñ—†ÊÓƵallup web page, www.gallup.unm.edu. Advisement is available for new students and students who wish to follow a particular program of study by calling 863-7660.

The college is also offering an enrollment incentive of a free Gateway laptop in a drawing. All students who are not employees of the university are eligible to participate in the drawing, and are entitled to one chance per each class they enroll in. The computer drawing is conducted the first day of classes and results will be announced that week.

The last day to register for classes is August 29.

Call 863-7500 for more information.

Áñ—†ÊÓƵALLUP NEWS RELEASE

For Release - June 19, 2008

The University of New Áñ—†ÊÓƵ-Gallup is offering a one-stop shop for enrolling for the fall semester with the return of Lobo Days on July 1 and August 5, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. in Gurley Hall Commons.

Potential students can get advisement on programs and financial aid assistance, complete their FAFSAs (financial aid applications), register for LoboWeb, and actually enroll for classes during Lobo days.

To complete FAFSA applications, students will need their 2007 Federal Income Tax forms (student/spouse and parents, if dependent status); 2007 W2 forms; other documentation regarding income for 2007 (Social Security, unemployment, AFDC/public assistance, etc.), Federal PIN number (students/parents, if dependent); Social Security card, driver’s license and date of birth (student/spouse and parents, if dependent).

Call (505) 863-7663 for more information.

Áñ—†ÊÓƵALLUP NEWS RELEASE

For release - May 27, 2008

Teresa Wilkins was fascinated with weaving from childhood. Born in rural North Carolina, where textiles were a major industry, she picked up scraps of material from her grandfather’s mill and wove them on a small loom. That youthful interest would eventually inspire her to focus on textiles while she earned a Ph.D. in anthropology from the University of Colorado at Boulder. From there, she would embark on a course of research, writing and teaching that would lead her into the heart of the weaving world on the Navajo Nation.

Wilkins, an associate professor of anthropology at the University of New Áñ—†ÊÓƵ-Gallup, is seeing the fruits of her lifelong interest now that her book, “Patterns of Exchange: Navajo Weavers and Traders,” has been published by the University of Oklahoma Press. That book represents not only ten years’ work on Southwest textiles in general, but a specific focus on Navajo weaving that involved logging many miles driving the back roads of the Nation to record interviews and conduct field research.

“I did research in trading post archives, and I also conducted interviews and ethnographic studies with weavers. I asked weavers about their experiences today, and they also told me about their mothers and grandmothers,” Wilkins said.

Wilkins also looked at the relationships between weavers and traders, and how the traders influenced them as far as patterns and ideas and how much sovereignty they had for their own productions.

Wilkins, who has a degree in art marketing and production from Appalachian State University, obtained her Master’s as well as her Ph.D. from the University of Colorado. During the course of museum work, she was hired by the University of Colorado Museum of Natural History in Boulder to curate an exhibit of Southwest textiles.

“The Southwest textile collection of the University of Colorado Museum of Natural History is one of the top collections in the world, for scope and study potential,” Wilkins said. “The exhibit we did was based on the research of Joe Ben Wheat, later my grad school advisor, who developed a chronology for Southwest weaving based on materials, designs, collection histories and the history of the area. This was my introduction to Southwest textiles.”

Today Wilkins uses that knowledge not only in her teaching, but as a consultant with businesses and collectors who want identification and authentication of Southwestern textiles.

Besides researching, writing and teaching about textiles, Wilkins has been a judge at various juried native art exhibitions, including the Intertribal Ceremonial and Santa Fe Indian Market. She was recently accepted into the first annual New Áñ—†ÊÓƵ Women Authors’ Literary Festival, set for September 27 in Santa Fe, and sponsored by the Museums of New Áñ—†ÊÓƵ.

For more information, contact the University of New Áñ—†ÊÓƵ-Gallup Bookstore or the University of Oklahoma Press, (405) 325-2000.

Áñ—†ÊÓƵALLUP NEWS RELEASE

For Release April 2, 2008

Comedian and ventriloquist/puppeteer Buddy Big Mountain, singer/songwriter Joanne Shenandoah and singer/songwriter A. Paul Ortega are scheduled for performances in events hosted by the University of New Áñ—†ÊÓƵ-Gallup’s Native American Student Club and the Achieving the Dream grant. Big Mountain will give a free workshop on Wednesday, April 16, at 6 p.m. in Calvin Hall Auditorium. Big Mountain, Shenandoah and Ortega will perform on Friday, April 18, at 7 p.m. in El Morro Theatre, 207 W. Coal Ave. General admission is $15, and Áñ—†ÊÓƵallup student admission (UNM ID card requested) is $12.

Big Mountain is a member of the Mohawk and Iroquois tribes. Shenandoah, a 2006 Grammy Award Winner, is Iroquois. Ortega is Apache.

Tickets can be purchased at El Morro Theatre box office. For more information, call (505) 726-0050.

Sponsors also include Nativestars.com.

Áñ—†ÊÓƵALLUP NEWS RELEASE

For Release April 9, 2008

 Gabriel Ayala, classical guitarist, will play at the University of New Áñ—†ÊÓƵ-Gallup’s Calvin Hall Auditorium on Tuesday, April 29, from 6:30 to 8 p.m.

Ayala, who is Yaqui, has performed at the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts, Oscar Meyer Theatre in Green Bay, Wis., National Museum for the American Indian, the Gathering of Nations, and a host of universities and other venues. He has also performed on radio and television, and in 2003, released his self-titled debut CD, for which he was nominated for a Best Independent Recording award for the Native American Music Awards. He also recorded a Christmas CD in 2007, and is at work on two new CD’s this year, one of which is on Canyon Records and is due for release in July.

A resident of Tucson, he received his Master of Music degree from the University of Arizona. He has taught in all levels of education from elementary to college. The winner of several music competitions, he also serves as a judge for competitions.

In addition to his career as a solo classical guitarist, Ayala also promotes Native culture through traditional singing and dancing.

The performance, which is sponsored by Áñ—†ÊÓƵallup’s Achieving the Dream grant, is free to the public.

Áñ—†ÊÓƵALLUP NEWS RELEASE

For release - April 10, 2008

University of New Áñ—†ÊÓƵ interim Provost Viola Florez has named management and organization expert Barry Cooney as acting executive director of the Áñ—†ÊÓƵallup branch campus. Cooney started work on April 9.

Cooney will serve a six-month appointment while a national search for executive director is conducted. Dr. Beth Miller, who served in that post since 2003, resigned last month. On July 1, she will begin working with the UNM Vice President for Rio Rancho operations, Dr. Marc Nigliazzo, on plans for the new campus in that community.

In 1985, Cooney founded Alliance for Creative Management, Inc., a management and organization consulting firm that works with public and private institutions on strategic planning, internal communication development, leadership training, management development, conflict resolution and team building. In this capacity, he has worked with UNM’s Anderson School of Management, the College of Education and Office of the Comptroller.

In 1991 – 1993, Cooney served as deputy assistant to the New Áñ—†ÊÓƵ Secretary of Health. During his career, he has also served as director of operations for Canyon Ranch Resort in Tucson, AZ; as executive director of the Rio Grande Center for Alcohol Treatment in Embudo, NM; and as an instructor in human behavior at Thomas Jefferson University in Philadelphia, PA.

Cooney is also author of the book, Conquering Dysfunction in the Workplace: Three Winning Strategies to Bring New Life to Troubled Work Environments.

Áñ—†ÊÓƵALLUP NEWS RELEASE

For Release April 10, 2008

The University of New Áñ—†ÊÓƵ-Gallup Staff Senate is sponsoring an art show on May 2-3. Staff and faculty will display artwork, including paintings, jewelry, ceramics and other media in Gurley Hall from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Artwork will be for sale.

Proceeds will go to the Staff Senate scholarship fund and will help staff or faculty enrolled in classes at Áñ—†ÊÓƵallup who need assistance paying for books and other costs.

Call Marcella Pirlot at 863-7689 for more information.

Áñ—†ÊÓƵALLUP NEWS RELEASE

For Release April 10, 2008

AISES, the American Indian Science and Engineering Society, will host a sidewalk art sale on Thursday, April 24, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. on the patio behind Gurley Hall on the campus of the University of New Áñ—†ÊÓƵ-Gallup.

Student artwork will be on sale. The group will sell hot dogs and chile dogs during the event. A drawing for door prizes will be held from 2 to 3 p.m.

Proceeds for all events will go to sending students to their national conference in Anaheim, Cal.

Áñ—†ÊÓƵALLUP NEWS RELEASE

For Release April 11, 2008

A Community Talking Circle is being hosted at the University of New Áñ—†ÊÓƵ-Gallup on Tuesday, May 6, from 5:30-9:30 p.m. in Calvin Hall Auditorium.

The Talking Circle offers an opportunity for parents, students, local officials, business owners and employees, educators, chapter officials, government employees, retirees and any others to participate in the course of higher education in our region.

The agenda is as follows: 5:30 to 6:30 p.m., registration and dinner; 6:30-6:50 p.m., opening plenary; 7-8:50 p.m., small group discussions; 9-9:30 p.m., closing plenary.

Registration is free, but seats must be reserved. Call the following for reservations: Gallup, Bernadette Fontenelle, 863-7771; Window Rock, Marlene Halona, (505)722-8415; and Zuni, Joshua Lucio, 782-7178.

The Community Talking Circle is sponsored by the Achieving the Dream initiative at Áñ—†ÊÓƵallup.

Áñ—†ÊÓƵALLUP NEWS RELEASE

For Release April 14, 2008

The University of New Áñ—†ÊÓƵ-Gallup will host a Gallup Home and Garden Show on Friday and Saturday, April 25-26, in Gurley Hall.

On Friday, April 25, there will be tables in Gurley Hall from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. with the following participants: the UNMG Construction Technology program, Professor Jeanne Martinez-Welles’ seed exchange group, Holiday Nursery, Gallup Solar, Shelter plus Design, Habitat for Humanity, Krouth Construction Company, Hunger Grow Away and Gallup Lumber.

At noon on Saturday, April 26, Krouth Construction Co. will give the seminar “Passive Adobe,” which will include green building topics on solar adobe, heavy equipment operation and bio diesel, in Construction Technology Room 104. There will also be a hands-on demonstration of an adobe-making machine and adobe wall building. Call Construction Technology Instructor Rick Krouth at 863-7560 for more information.

At 2 p.m. on Saturday, April 26, there will be home tours, demos and field trips, including a presentation by Shelter plus Design on Alternative Energy-Structural Insulated Panels or SIPS, in the Construction Technology Building Room 107. Call Construction Technology Instructor Chris Chavez at 863-7544 for more details.

Anyone interested in presenting may contact Rick Krouth at rtkrouth@unm.edu, or fax (505) 863-7560

Áñ—†ÊÓƵALLUP NEWS RELEASE

For Release April 17, 2008

The Architecture Club of the University of New Áñ—†ÊÓƵ-Gallup will host a Navajo Taco sale and roping contest on Wednesday, April 23, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on the patio behind Gurley Hall.

There will be a $1 entry fee for the roping contest, which will begin at 10:30 a.m. First place prize will be a kids’ rope, second place prize a cap, and third place a UNMG lanyard and key chain.

Contact Melissa at 863-7622 or the Student Senate Office at 863-7755 for more information.

Áñ—†ÊÓƵALLUP NEWS RELEASE

For Release April 21, 2008

Summer and Fall registration at the University of New Áñ—†ÊÓƵ-Gallup begins this week with free LoboWeb Workshops to teach students how to register online, check their financial aid, pay their bill and print unofficial transcripts.  LoboWeb is UNM’s online enrollment management system.

This week’s Student LoboWeb Workshops are on Wednesday, April 23, from 1 to 2 P.M. and Friday, April 25, from 1 to 2 P.M. Both workshops are in Calvin Hall 205.

Áñ—†ÊÓƵALLUP NEWS RELEASE

For Release April 25, 2008

The Transitional Studies Department of the University of New Áñ—†ÊÓƵ-Gallup is hosting public viewings of the film “Homeland: Four Portraits of Native Action.”  Framed by the ecological and spiritual wisdom of environmental activist Winona LaDuke, the film presents a vision of how people all over the world can turn around destructive policies of thoughtless resource plundering and create a newer, more healthful paradigm for the planet.

The film will show at 9 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. on April 22 and at 2 p.m. and 5 p.m. on April 24 in Calvin Hall Auditorium.

The viewing is free. 

For more information, call Jayme McMahon at 863-7665.

Áñ—†ÊÓƵALLUP NEWS RELEASE

For Release - April 28, 2008

The University of New Áñ—†ÊÓƵ-Gallup Cosmetology Department is hosting a spa day, offering manicures/pedicures, facials and haircuts for $5 each on Friday, May 9, from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. in Gurley Hall.

Proceeds will go to a 15-month-old child in need of corrective heart surgery.

For more information call 863-7561.

Áñ—†ÊÓƵALLUP NEWS RELEASE

April 29, 2008

The University of New Áñ—†ÊÓƵ-Gallup will host 2008 commencement activities on Thursday, May 15, at 6 p.m. at Red Rock State Park.

Among those on the platform this year will be UNM President David Schmidly, UNM Deputy Provost Richard Holder and Áñ—†ÊÓƵallup Acting Executive Director Barry Cooney.

The Áñ—†ÊÓƵallup Student Services Department anticipates that 400 students will receive their diplomas or certificates.

Áñ—†ÊÓƵALLUP NEWS RELEASE

For Release March 7, 2008

A reception for the exhibition “Re-Fuse-Niks,” by Peter Fine, is set for Thursday, March 13, 5-7 p.m. in the Ingham Chapman Gallery of the University of New Áñ—†ÊÓƵ-Gallup. Fine is showing a series composed of found objects put together behind laminated screens and illuminated with electric light.

The exhibition will be on display through March 28.

Call John Zimmerman, gallery manager, at (505) 863-7774.

Áñ—†ÊÓƵALLUP NEWS RELEASE

March 20, 2008

The University of New Áñ—†ÊÓƵ-Gallup Personal Finance Class is sponsoring an information session on home ownership, with a panel of four community guest speakers and a question/answer session. The session is set for Wednesday, March 26, 4-5 p.m. in Calvin Hall Auditorium, Room 248A.

Panelists are Betty Armstrong of Century 21 Action Realty, Mary Lou Mraz of Coldwell Banker High Desert Realty, and (tentative), a speaker from Great American Homes and, (also tentative) Bernice Tsosie of Gallup Housing Authority.

Call Donna Jacobs, 863-7634, for more information.

Áñ—†ÊÓƵALLUP NEWS RELEASE

For release March 25, 2008

The impact of President Franklin D. Roosevelt’s New Deal on the United States and in New Áñ—†ÊÓƵ is still being felt today. To help understand FDR’s influence on history, both locally and nationally, a special, six-city tour, “The Impact of the New Deal on the United States and New Áñ—†ÊÓƵ,” by scholar Richard Marold portraying Roosevelt is set for the University of New Áñ—†ÊÓƵ-Gallup’s Calvin Hall Auditorium on Monday, April 14, at 7 p.m.

This presentation by the Chautauqua Lecture Series will mark the 75th anniversary of the New Deal, a program put forth by Roosevelt to bring the United States out of the Depression. Some of the programs launched in that era (1933-1945) were the Works Progress Administration and the Civilian Conservation Corps, which had a huge impact on New Áñ—†ÊÓƵ and the nation. Sponsors of this lecture series include the New Áñ—†ÊÓƵ Humanities Council, the Historical Society of New Áñ—†ÊÓƵ and the Achieving the Dream grant initiative of the University of New Áñ—†ÊÓƵ-Gallup.

The Chautauqua Institution was founded in 1874 near the village of Chautauqua, N.Y., as an educational experiment in out-of-school, vacation learning. Today the Institution offers many programs in the humanities at varying levels, from summer learner to professional.

For more information, contact Bernadette Fontenelle at Áñ—†ÊÓƵallup, 863-7771.

Áñ—†ÊÓƵALLUP NEWS RELEASE

For Release March 26, 2008

 Community Talking Circle is being hosted at the University of New Áñ—†ÊÓƵ-Gallup on Tuesday, May 6, from 5:30-9:30 p.m. in Calvin Hall Auditorium.

The Talking Circle offers an opportunity for parents, students, local officials, business owners and employees, educators, chapter officials, government employees, retirees and any others to participate in the course of higher education in our region.

The agenda is as follows: 5:30 to 6:30, registration and dinner; 6:30-6:50 p.m., opening plenary; 7-8:50 p.m., small group discussions; 9-9:30 p.m., closing plenary.

Registration is free, but seats must be reserved. Call the following for reservations: Gallup, Bernadette Fontenelle, 863-7771; Window Rock, Marlene Halona, (505)722-8415; and Zuni, Joshua Lucio, 782-7178.

The Community Talking Circle is sponsored by the Achieving the Dream initiative at Áñ—†ÊÓƵallup.

Áñ—†ÊÓƵALLUP NEWS RELEASE

For Release March 27, 2008

The University of New Áñ—†ÊÓƵ-Gallup will host “Join the Pack” – an open house and music contest on Thursday, April 17, from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. The community is invited to participate in tours of the campus, a music contest (noon to 5 p.m.), refreshments, drawings for prizes, and giveaways.

The music contest is open to students and employees of Áñ—†ÊÓƵallup. For more information on the music contest call the Student Senate at 863-7553.

For more information on the open house, call Linda Thornton at 863-7565.

Áñ—†ÊÓƵALLUP NEWS RELEASE

For Release February 11, 2008

The Center for Career and Technical Education Health Career students of the University of New Áñ—†ÊÓƵ Gallup are sponsoring a free screening of the movie “Sicko” by Michael Moore on Monday, March 3, from 6-8 p.m. in the Calvin Hall Auditorium.

The CCTE Health Careers class is composed of high achieving students from five high schools: Ramah, Zuni, Gallup, Tohatchi and Wingate, all of whom are planning careers in the health professions.

“We began this semester discussing healthcare in the United States,” said Liz Bush, the group’s sponsor and a lecturer in Health Careers and CCTE. “After viewing the film ‘Sicko’, we decided as a class to sponsor a free screening to raise awareness about healthcare in our community.”

Moore’s film is a documentary look at the American health care industry and zeroes in on the profit-oriented health maintenance organizations compared to free universal care in Canada, the United Kingdom and France.

Bush said the students are organizing the event themselves, from creating a pre-show slide show to mounting an advertising campaign.

The public is invited.

Áñ—†ÊÓƵALLUP NEWS RELEASE

February 14, 2008

The University of New Áñ—†ÊÓƵ-Gallup’s Adult Basic Education Center is reporting a significant increase in the number of graduates of its GED ® program during a recent six-month period. Fifty-six persons were awarded GEDs from July 1, 2006, to June 30, 2007. From July 1 to December 2007, 48 persons had attained GEDs.

“If the trend continues, a 50 percent increase for the year may occur,” said Christine Gleason Abassary, director of the program.

GED is an acronym for General Educational Development and includes a battery of tests that must be taken and passed. A certificate is awarded that shows the test-taker has earned the equivalent of a high school education. The GED ® may be taken by anyone who has not graduated from high school, including drop-outs and home-schooled.

GED students comprise 11 percent of Áñ—†ÊÓƵallup’s enrollment, and regularly participate in the annual graduation ceremony of the college in May. The Student Services Department of the college hosted a fall graduation ceremony in December 2007 and invited recent GED graduates as a way of encouraging students to make the transition to college.

“Individuals of all ages and backgrounds have attained a GED ® and are typically better prepared for College with the rigorous studies needed to pass the test,” said Abassary. “Graduates are also eligible for scholarships and grants to fund their education.”

Abassary encourages everyone without a high school diploma or GED ® to inquire at the ABE Center about the program. “Never let anyone or any idea about who you are supposed to be hold you back, even if your circumstances dictate otherwise," she said, adding that will be a theme in the Adult Basic Education student artwork display in the Gurley Hall Commons area starting February 18 through mid-March. 

Call (505) 863-7525 for more information.

Áñ—†ÊÓƵALLUP NEWS RELEASE

For Release - February 18, 2008

The University of New Áñ—†ÊÓƵ-Gallup is one of the area’s biggest generators of recyclable materials, but up to this point, efforts to dispose of item such as aluminum, cans, paper and rechargeable batteries have been negligible to non-existent. But that’s set to change, thanks to Caleb Bush, an assistant professor of sociology and history, and his Environmental Sociology class.

Part of the course work includes a service learning project that engages the students in a pilot recycling program for the campus.

“We’ve been busy devising strategies, planning what we want to recycle, and figuring out where we should recycle,” said Bush.

It’s not as if you can just start collecting recyclable materials without a plan in place as to where to deliver them, and individuals identified who can deliver them, Bush explained. “It takes a lot of planning.”

The class homed in on three items to begin recycling this semester: aluminum cans, white paper and electronics including rechargeable batteries and cell phones.

Ron Petranovich, manager of the Physical Plant at Áñ—†ÊÓƵallup, and a student
in the class, is helping the effort by securing bins so the class can place them and plan collection.

The students are currently working on an advertising campaign to make sure
faculty, staff and students know about the recycling effort.

“We’ll be putting up signs that say things like ‘Go Green, UNMG’ around
campus to get people curious,” Bush said. “We’re going to start small, and
then see about expanding later. We’d like to recycle plastic. We generate a
lot of plastic on this campus. The problem is no one local takes it.”

Ultimately, says Bush, he would like to contact recyclers in Albuquerque and
expand the Áñ—†ÊÓƵallup effort to other materials besides the three mentioned
above. “Recyclers in Albuquerque should be eager to get into a contract with
us if there’s money to be made,” he added.

Áñ—†ÊÓƵALLUP NEWS RELEASE

For release - February 18, 2008

The University of New Áñ—†ÊÓƵ-Gallup Construction Technology Program is now accredited through the National Center for Construction Education and Research. The program also partners with the Associated General Contractors of America or AGC.

“We are offering the consumers, contractors, students or currently employed workers an opportunity to take advantage of what this accreditation and the association with AGC offer,” said Rick Krouth, an instructor with Áñ—†ÊÓƵallup’s program. “The accreditation is nationally recognized and the AGC maintains a data base of certified workers. Those involved with the accreditation and with the AGC work for ensuring a community-advised program in our college, with the basic goal of promoting and improving the construction industry as a whole.”

The result, says Krouth, is that designers, builders and workers in a community can better serve the consumer.

The program encompasses three facets: training and certification of construction workers; internship or “On The Job” training with local builders; and partnership with the AGC as an advisory board. For instance, the local firm, Murphy Construction, is one of Áñ—†ÊÓƵallup's AGC partners.

the local labor force can take advantage of the higher level of professionalism that Áñ—†ÊÓƵallup supports in its Construction Tech program, as well as in-service training to help our local labor force keep up with advancements and change,” Krouth said. “Workers can upgrade training from entry level through terminal degrees.”

For more information, contact Krouth at 863-7560.

Áñ—†ÊÓƵALLUP NEWS RELEASE

For Release - February 20, 2008

 The University of New Áñ—†ÊÓƵ-Gallup Financial Aid Department will host “College Goal Sunday 2008” on Saturday, February 23, in Gurley Hall from 1 to 3 p.m.

College Goal Sunday is a nationwide initiative where financial aid professionals and community volunteers help college-bound students and their families complete the required financial aid paperwork. (Áñ—†ÊÓƵallup has scheduled the event on a Saturday rather than a Sunday as a matter of convenience for staff and the community.)

The first step to receiving financial aid is completing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid. Students should bring their 2007 tax returns (both student and parent), W-2 and other 2007 income and benefits information, such as TANF and Social Security Benefit information.

Call 863-7663 for more information.

Áñ—†ÊÓƵALLUP NEWS RELEASE

For Release - February 21, 2008

The University of New Áñ—†ÊÓƵ-Gallup’s InterVarsity Christian Fellowship has four Bible study times scheduled: Mondays at 7 p.m. at Grace Bible Church (Boulder Road behind Rollie’s Mortuary; Wednesday afternoons at 2 p.m. (meet in Gurley Hall Commons); Thursdays at 2 p.m. for studies on “Following God” (Gurley Hall Commons); and a prayer time each week (come to Commons table on Wednesdays to find out when and where).

Áñ—†ÊÓƵALLUP NEWS RELEASE

For Release - February 11, 2008

Native American actress Irene Bedard will be appearing in Gallup in two special events hosted by the University of New Áñ—†ÊÓƵ-Gallup and El Morro Theatre. Bedard, who is also a musician and activist, will host a keynote and hands-on workshop Wednesday, Feb. 20, at 7 p.m. in Calvin Hall Auditorium. She will follow with a concert at El Morro on Friday, Feb. 22, at 7 p.m.

Also appearing at both events will be Indie musician Deni Wilson, violinist Laura Ortman, and comedian Drew Lacapa.

Bedard has appeared in several popular films, including “Smoke Signals,” “Lakota Woman,” “Two for Texas”, “Crazy Horse” and “Into the West.” A winner of numerous acting awards, she is also featured in two upcoming film releases: “Tortilla Heaven” and “Cosmic Radio” with Michael Madsen and Taboo from the Black Eyed Peas. She will also be a regular on the new Spiderman animated series.

Wilson won an Mp3Grammy for best male vocalist, and has scored music for several films.

Ortman has performed with the Brooklyn College and Hunter College symphony orchestras, and has provided musical accompaniment for several choreographers and modern dancers.

Lacapa, who is also a noted speaker and actor, won the Native American Performing Arts “Performer of the Year” award, and his “4 Real” DVD won best comedy in the Cherokee Film Festival.

Doors open for both events at 6 p.m. The workshop is free, while the concert admission is $15. UNM students with a student ID pay $12. Tickets are on sale at El Morro Theatre.

These artists are presented in cooperation with the Achieving the Dream initiative at Áñ—†ÊÓƵallup and the Native American Student Club.

For more information call Bernadette Fontenelle at Áñ—†ÊÓƵallup at 863-7500 or El Morro Theatre at 726-0050.

Áñ—†ÊÓƵALLUP NEWS RELEASE

For Release-January 9, 2007

Local college students will find streamlined registration at the University of New Áñ—†ÊÓƵ-Gallup during Lobo Days, set for Jan. 10-11 and Jan. 14-16, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., in Gurley Hall Commons.

Enrolling students will be able to go through the admissions process, register, file for financial aid, buy books and set up bill payment plans all in one location. Students interested in financial aid should bring all 2006 W2’s, and 1040’s or 1099’s in order to file for their FAFSAs (Free Applications for Federal Student Aid).

Áñ—†ÊÓƵALLUP NEWS RELEASE

For release January 15, 2008

Two Áñ—†ÊÓƵallup students have been nominated to the All USA Academic Team for community colleges. They are Darryl Day Chief, a sophomore studying in Information Technology, and Brittany Showalter, a student in the Bachelor of University Studies program.

Day Chief, who has been on the Dean’s List for the past three semesters, studies at home while helping look after his daughter while his wife works. In addition to Information Technology classes, he has studied business management. After he receives his Associate Degree in IT, he hopes to pursue a Bachelor of Business Administration degree at UNM.

“I grew up in southern Alberta Canada on the Blood Reservation,” said Day Chief. “I was raised by my mother Judy and my late grandmother Lucy. I have one older brother Bradley and a younger sister Courtney. I would go everywhere with my grandmother and they are the big reasons that I wanted to pursue a good education. I have been here in Gallup for about six years now; I have a beautiful wife, Alana, and a two-year-old daughter, Violet Rose. They both motivate me to do well in school. We have been on our own for a while now and we have adjusted to living independently.”

Brittany Erin Showalter, of Fort Defiance, is Navajo and her clans are Tó’aheedliinii, Tséníjíkiní, Tódík’ózhí, and Táchii’nii. A 2004 graduate of Window Rock High School with the class of 2004, she received her Associate of Arts and Sciences Degree in General Studies with honors from Áñ—†ÊÓƵallup in the Spring of 2007. She is focusing on Health Education, Psychology, and Native American Studies as she pursues her BUS degree from the Bachelor and Graduate Programs of Áñ—†ÊÓƵallup.

“I thank God and my family for all their encouragement and support to pursue my goals,” Showalter said.

Sixty team members will be selected in May from all the nominees across the nation, to be on the first team, second team and third team.

Áñ—†ÊÓƵALLUP NEWS RELEASE

For release January 17, 2008

Brodrick Begay
Kathleen Jones
Marcianna Long
Jeraleen Mitchell
William Strickler
Forrest Towne
Nicole Begay
William Daw
Farah M. Gabay
Carletta Tolino
Monica Begay
Julia Willie
Heather Bowannie
Robert Newton
Richelle Shorty
Christopher Belone
Marco Creer
Jalyn Haley
Allen Beck
Garrett Benally
Emily Chee
Peter Martin
Julie York
Lori Ashmore
Maria Lily Elza
Alisha Gallegos
Roceedelynn Herbert
April Maria
Craig Meo
Monica Rubio
Victoria Lovato
Krystalena Chischilly
Renell Schuman
Jonathan Yazzie
Bianca Gomez
Aaron Begay
Melissa Billy
Nikolas Byous
Benjamin Campos
Forrest Grace
Kyle Karlsson
Denise Silva
Tiffany Tafoya
William Totus
Larriette Tyler
Allen Mowrer
Shurouq Hamayel
Leeann Goodluck
Zachary Courtois
Natasha Hardy
Vernell Murphy
Jason Pawlowski

Emma Albert
Amanda Bellson
Benjamin Ippel
Michael Panek
Candace Silversmith
Brandi Steinback
Leroy Zunie
Lyman Price
Sarah Hubbell
Marina Lee Marina
Letitia Tristan
Bettie Tso
Ivanna Barsana
Dorene Johnson
Lu Ti
Rachel Meyer
Amber Condo
Navalie Overton
Christopher Denetso
Amanda Simplicio
Leon Etsitty
Tyrus Mann
Debbie Tang
Danelle Livingston
Vikki Sisneros
Alex Garcia
Shawnae Watson
Niria Garciduenas
Anthony Haider
John Keeto
Orson Livingston
Robert Scarbro
Justin Weigl
Burton Elliott
Kristyna Bracken
Michelle Lomaintewa
John Mandril
Crystal Hall
Maynard Becenti
Shawn Begay
Candice Benally
Shalaine Buck
Antoinette Hutchinson
Virginia Martinez
Irvin Wauneka
Michelle DeArmond
Elizabeth Lawrence
Michelle Sanchez
Mike Francis Ybanez
Lamuel Yazzie
Joshua Yazzie-McLane
Alberto Agodon Corazon
Darryl Day Chief
Courtney Jones-Laweka

Robert Oneal
Holly Rivera
Kimberly Langston
Kimberly Garcia
Timothy Jefferson