News: Articles by Auriella Ortiz

State of New Mexico announces new initiatives to address college food insecurity

5 May, 2023 Auriella Ortiz
Higher Education Department, UNM Basic Needs Project investigate college basic needs statewide

State encourages New Mexicans to explore college, career options with ReachHigherNM.com

5 May, 2023 Auriella Ortiz
The New Mexico Higher Education Department is encouraging New Mexicans to explore options for college and career training through its new and improved website at ReachHigherNM.com.

Higher Education Secretary Rodriguez issues statement on tuition increases

1 May, 2023 Auriella Ortiz
Higher Education Secretary Stephanie M. Rodriguez issued a statement following the decision of various four-year higher education institutions to increase tuition for the 2023-2024 academic year:

Gov. Lujan Grisham to pursue anti-hazing legislation in next session

28 Apr, 2023 Auriella Ortiz
Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham issued a statement following the filing of another lawsuit against a public higher education institution related to sexual abuse:

State of New Mexico celebrates Dr. Gerald Burke for 50 years of service in higher education

27 Apr, 2023 Auriella Ortiz
Chair of New Mexico Higher Educaton Department’s Capital Outlay Committee retires after 20 years in role

Governor approves record investments for higher education in 2023

27 Apr, 2023 Auriella Ortiz
Tuition-free college fully-funded for second year

New Mexico breaks another enrollment record thanks to the Opportunity Scholarship

10 Mar, 2023 Auriella Ortiz
Spring college, university enrollment up 6 percent over last year

Higher Education Secretary Stephanie M. Rodriguez confirmed to second term

6 Mar, 2023 Auriella Ortiz
Secretary Stephanie M. Rodriguez will continue to the lead the New Mexico Higher Education Department following her reappointment my Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham and confirmation by the Senate on Saturday.

Bill to create Tribal education technical assistance centers passes House Education Committee

17 Feb, 2023 Auriella Ortiz
Centers will provide technical assistance in support of student success and culturally-relevant education

Legislation to expand Teacher Loan Repayment Program passes first committee

13 Feb, 2023 Auriella Ortiz
Senate Bill 325 will include social workers and counselors working in public schools