News: Articles by Auriella Ortiz

Governor’s budget proposal keeps NM a leader in higher education

8 Feb, 2024 Auriella Ortiz
$1.3 billion recommendation sustains and expands tuition-free college, workforce and more

Higher Education Department introduces bill to make college hazing a crime

20 Jan, 2024 Auriella Ortiz
New Mexico one of six states with no anti-hazing law

Higher Education Secretary Rodriguez returns to role following maternity leave

16 Jan, 2024 Auriella Ortiz
Secretary Stephanie M. Rodriguez has returned to her role as Cabinet Secretary of the New Mexico Higher Education Department following a temporary absence as she and her husband welcomed their first child.

New Mexico Higher Education Department achieves remarkable milestones in 2023

26 Dec, 2023 Auriella Ortiz
State celebrates college enrollment growth, workforce development, adult education graduates and more

New Mexico Higher Education Department releases FY25 budget recommendation

13 Dec, 2023 Auriella Ortiz
$197 million budget sustains tuition-free college, expands successful education and workforce initiatives

GEAR UP College readiness program gives students tools to become leaders at school and beyond

15 Nov, 2023 Auriella Ortiz
Over 100  students, parents and educators gain leadership skills, explore college & careers at annual conference

New Mexico promotes applying to college with “No Fee November” 

1 Nov, 2023 Auriella Ortiz
State colleges and universities waiving application fees all month long

Higher Education Department recommends $307.5 for campus improvement projects statewide

Projects estimated to create over 3,000 jobs, stimulate local economies