President Hector Balderas giving a keynote at DEAM Conference
New Mexico Disability Employment Conference Promotes Inclusion and Opportunity The New Mexico Disability Employment Awareness Month Conference & Hiring Event took place today at the University of New Mexico’s Continuing Education building, gathering over 250 attendees to discuss and promote employment opportunities for individuals...
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NNMC Web Team with President Balderas
Northern Celebrates Website and Online Catalog Launch with Special Luncheon Northern recently marked a significant milestone with the successful launch of its new website and online catalog, a major project that spanned four months of dedicated work. In recognition of this achievement, President Hector Balderas hosted a...
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President Balderas Donates tools to Cosmetology and Barbering Students
Empowering Cosmetology and Barbering Students Northern New Mexico College (NNMC) is taking significant steps to support its Cosmetology and Barbering students, thanks to a combination of generous contributions and exciting hands-on opportunities. President Hector Balderas recently donated barbering...
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From left: Luke Danielson, advisor to Butch Clark, Architect Cillian Barrett, NNMC President Hector Balderas, NNMC Major Gifts Officer Judith Pepper, NNMC Technical Trades Chair Joe Padilla and Butch Clark
Butch Clark, III, donates $153,000 to new Carpentry Program A new carpentry program being developed by Northern New Mexico College’s Technical Trades Program has just received a major boost from Ralph (Butch) E. Clark, III. During a recent visit to his home in Gunnison, Colo., from Northern New Mexico College...
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WIN Mobile Training Unit at Northern Northern New Mexico College (NNMC) is pleased to host the unveiling of the UA Local 412 Plumbers and Pipefitters and Northern New Mexico Workforce Integration Network (WIN) Mobile Training Unit from 1 – 3:30 p.m. November 28, 2023. The public is invited to come tour this innovative mobile classroom and see the first class of students actively involved with hands-on training, demonstrations of class materials and activities and enjoy networking opportunities with industry professionals. “The WIN Mobile Unit is yet another example of Northern's commitment to creating career pathways for people in our communities across Northern...
Northern New Mexico College Assistant Basketball Coach Tj Stukes Competes in “Squid Game: The Challenge” Northern New Mexico College Men’s/Women’s Assistant Basketball Coach Tj Stukes is no stranger to the entertainment industry. Stukes played more than 1,300 games as a pro for the Harlem Wizards for 12 years. He has been a contestant on “The Cube,” appeared in “Hustle,” “Valentine’s Date,” “Chicago PD” and in commercials for Lowe’s, Verizon and Adidas. But being a contestant on the Netflix reality show, “Squid Game: The Challenge,” tops all that. “I will tell you that this was an experience that I thought I had achieved,” Stukes said. “I’ve been on multiple Netflix movies and TV shows. I’ve been on game...
The New Mexico Legislature’s Courts, Corrections, and Justice Interim Committee visit at Northern The New Mexico Legislature’s Courts, Corrections, and Justice Interim Committee convened at Northern New Mexico College (NNMC) from September 9 to 11, where college representatives presented the institution's initiatives aimed at supporting at-risk students and enhancing community engagement. President Hector Balderas, alongside Student Senate President Jasie Green, Director of Continuing & Adult Education Cecilia Romero, and Director of Career & Technical Education Frank Loera, shared their insights on how NNMC is committed to changing lives through education. “Northern New Mexico College is not just a place where we create opportunity,...
Center for Information Technology and Cybersecurity Northern New Mexico College (NNMC) is proud to announce the launch of the Center for Information Technology and Cybersecurity, a groundbreaking initiative designed to equip the next generation of cybersecurity professionals. In partnership with Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL), this new center will offer state-of-the-art training and degree programs in cybersecurity, preparing students for high-demand careers in protecting critical digital infrastructure. Set to begin in fall 2025, NNMC’s cybersecurity program will offer a four-year degree program along with professional development opportunities, addressing a growing need for...
Northern Partners with Carpenters Union to Launch Carpentry Program At the recent Board of Regents meeting held on September 27, Northern New Mexico College (NNMC) welcomed distinguished guests Matthew Suarez from the Western States Regional Council of Carpenters, along with Omar Talamantes and Gilbert Lopez from Carpenters Local Union 1319. Their presence signified a vital partnership between the college and local unions as NNMC advances with a groundbreaking initiative—the development of an Associate of Applied Science (AAS) in Carpentry Trades. This innovative program, which is currently in the approval process, is set to equip students with critical skills essential for success in the carpentry industry....
   
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