News: Articles by Auriella Ortiz

Working together with Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham, students, community partners and lawmakers, we will deliver a comprehensive free college package that finally serves the diverse needs of New Mexicans.

A new proposal backed by two Democratic lawmakers and the state Higher Education Department would cover tuition for up to 35,000 eligible students

Recommendation expands free college, invests in career pipeline for New Mexicans

Highlights include expanding scholarships, supporting teachers, growing workforce and more

More than 600 working teachers to benefit statewide

Benefits include full-tuition benefits, books and housing stipends, and more

Priorities include free college, supporting teachers and nurses, adult education, and more

Projects support student enrollment and retention, job creation, workforce development and more

Program aims to combat the shortage of dentists and access to dental education in New Mexico

Program provides financial assistance for up to 24 months to a benefit family where at least one individual is enrolled in a post-secondary, graduate, or post-graduate college or university.