SANTA FE – Last week, Secretary Stephanie M. Rodriguez returned to her role as Cabinet Secretary of the New Mexico Higher Education Department following a temporary absence as her and she husband welcomed their first child.
"I am grateful for the time I was able to spend focusing on my family and becoming a new mother over the past four months, and for all my colleagues who kept up the important work of the New Mexico Higher Education Department in my absence," said Secretary Rodriguez. "Upon my return, I am eager to keep championing higher education and New Mexico students."
Patricia Trujillo, Ph.D. oversaw the agency and will return to her preexisting role as Deputy Secretary.
"Over the last four months, the New Mexico Higher Education Department continued to make progress for students. I’m glad that we have a family-friendly work environment that allows us to support new families in our agency. I’m looking forward to welcoming Secretary Rodriguez back as we work with valued colleagues to support and uplift New Mexico students, families and communities in 2024,” Dr. Trujillo said.
Anyone needing to contact the New Mexico Higher Education Department can do so by visiting hed.nm.gov or calling (505) 476-8400, Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.