April 30, 2024, Tucumcari, NM. – Concerns have been voiced regarding the City of Tucumcari and Mesalands Community College charging a fee for the Cinco De Mayo entertainment on the evening of May 4th. The Cinco De Mayo Planning Committee followed the precedent set by prior years and charged for the entertainment with proceeds committed to reinvesting in the Lodger’s Tax fund. However, following an evaluation for the cost of travel, due to increased fuel prices, and costs to visitors attending from outside of town, in conjunction with the community’s suggestions for free events, the Cinco De Mayo committee decided...

KSFR | By S. Baxter Clinton – On Monday April 1st, the New Mexico Environment Department submitted grant applications to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency totaling $577 million as part of the Climate Pollution Reduction Grant Program. The two grant applications further New Mexico’s efforts to address climate change and air quality while expanding the economy and growing quality jobs. The grant applications focus on the decarbonization of medium and heavy-duty vehicles, including semi-trucks and buses, traveling on Interstate 40 and financial incentives to defray the costs of those vehicles. New Mexico Environment Secretary James Kenney said, “New Mexico’s bold...

Projections indicate the department will surpass FY23 High School Equivalency numbers LOS LUNAS – The New Mexico Corrections Department (NMCD) is proud to announce the graduation of nine adult education graduates and two associate degree graduates at the Central New Mexico Correctional Facility (CNMCF). The two associate degrees were received from Mesalands Community College and the International Christian College and Seminary.  NMCD’s Reentry Division projects the final FY24 graduation totals will exceed those of FY23, where the department proudly had the highest number of High School Equivalency (HSE) completers of any adult education program in the state. The current totals for...

New Mexico establishes largest higher education trust fund in the nation SANTA FE – Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham this week signed Senate Bill 159, creating a nearly $1 billion trust fund and a scholarship program fund to ensure tuition-free college in New Mexico for decades to come. “By creating this fund, New Mexico is keeping our original promise of tuition-free college for residents and cementing our status as the nation’s leader for college equity and access” said Gov. Lujan Grisham after signing the bill on Tuesday “Our monumental investments from early childhood education to college and career are already making a life-changing...

February 28, 2024-Tucumcari, NM-In a landmark collaboration, Mesalands Community College and Impact Wind LLC are delighted to announce an educational agreement set to redefine the future of wind energy training. This agreement is a testament to our shared commitment to advancing renewable energy education and providing a skilled workforce for the growing green energy sector, through the esteemed Global Wind Organization (GWO) certification program. The agreement marks a pivotal moment for both organizations. Impact Wind LLC, since its transition to new ownership in 2022, has seen remarkable growth, expanding from six to seventy-two employees. This expansion reflects our dedication to...

Tucumcari, NM – January 29, 2024 – Mesalands Community College is proud to announce the participation of three esteemed professors, Axel Hungerbuehler, Andy Swapp, and Gregg Howard, at the recent annual TRIO career/college fair held on Saturday, January 27th, at the Eastern New Mexico University Campus Union Building The event provided a unique platform for career professionals to engage with students, share insights, and explore opportunities. Professors Hungerbuehler, Swapp, and Howard took full advantage of this occasion, showcasing the educational prowess of Mesalands Community College. Mesalands professors actively participated by setting up an engaging booth, providing students with valuable information...

Tuesday, December 5, 2023 – This evening Mesalands Community College Honors College students presented research on various topics from media to medical. Students and staff enjoyed hot cocoa and cookies as they browsed the student’s research. Mesalands Community College Honors College is now celebrating its fourth semester leading the way under the direction of Director Dean Garcia. Kirsten Gonzales presented on Cerebral Palsy. She defined the disorder “. . . attributed to injury or disturbance in early developing of the brain specifically the sensorimotor areas.” Her presentation gave visual examples of the brain’s developmental signs of the disorder. “It is...

September 29, 2023 – Tucumcari, NM – The Sustainable Economy Advisory Council (SEAC) met at Mesalands Community College at the North American Wind Research and Training Center (NAWRTC) this past Tuesday, September 26, 2023. SEAC was established in 2021 by New Mexico House Senate Bill 112,which mandates the state’s New Mexico Economic Development Department (NMEDD) to develop a strategic plan to diversify New Mexico’s economy beyond dependence on fossil fuel revenues. The bill also established an inter-agency task force, the Sustainable Economy Task Force (SET Force) and SEAC to guide the process of developing the strategic plan over 5 years....

Mesalands Community College hosted Summer Adventure Camp for two weeks. Children between the ages of four and seventeen were able to study and participate in dance, guitar, art, and interact in physical activities such as dodgeball, Nerf Wars, tag, an obstacle maize, and disc golf. Gamers were able to put their skills to the test and train with Esports coaches for two weeks in the Stampede Gaming Arena. The return of Summer Adventure camp was highly anticipated after its hiatus following the pandemic. The two weeks of courses were completely filled and provided local students exciting opportunities to learn and...

July 27, 2023 – On Thursday July 27th Mesalands Community College in Tucumcari, New Mexico signed an articulation agreement with Northern New Mexico College of Espanola, New Mexico, in a partnership providing a pathway from an Associate in Business Administration to a Bachelor of Business Administration in Management or Project Management. MCC students who earn an Associate in Applied Science in Pre-Engineering or an Associate in Applied Science in Wind Energy Technology can transfer into Northern’s Bachelor in Electromechanical Engineering Technology program Northern New Mexico College has provided top tier academic and technical training for over one hundred years. Established...