Welcome to the Honors College

Creativity, Community, and Curiosity

Welcome to the Honors College at the University of New Mexico! The UNM Honors College provides rewarding opportunities for intensive, interdisciplinary and cross-cultural, liberal-arts education to motivated, talented, and creative undergraduates in all majors and to build a community of scholars. From unique, interdisciplinary seminar courses to study abroad to research opportunities with professors, the Honors College provides students from all majors across campus a space to broaden their entire educational experience. We hope that you will join us in the Honors College as you create your journey at UNM.

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Johannes Barfield featured in Southwest Contemporary’s Weekend and Auction
September 4, 2026 We’re proud to see Honors College faculty member Johannes Barfield featured in Southwest Contemporary’s Weekend and Auction in Santa Fe.

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Myrriah Gómez named SHRI director
September 4, 2026 Myrriah Gómez has been named as the director of the Southwest Hispanic Research Institute after serving as interim director since last fall. 

Ketcham earns Distinguished Scholar Fulbright in Scotland
September 4, 2026 University of New Mexico Honors College professor Amaris Ketcham has been awarded a Distinguished Scholar Fulbright for the 2026-27 school year.

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Mapping the Land of the Rising Sun: Honors Students Share Japan Study Abroad Experience
July 30, 2026 Honors College study abroad students stepped beyond the classroom, learning about Japanese art, culture, and philosophy in Kyoto, Japan.

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