The UNM Honors College is pleased to recognize the recent promotions of Joseph Varela to Coordinator of Education Support, Honors College, and Alicia Rodriguez-Acosta to Education Specialist, Center for Academic Leadership and Education, celebrating their continued contributions to the college...

  The University of New Mexico Honors College’s student literary magazine, Scribendi, has been named a 2026 finalist for the Associated Collegiate Press Pacemaker Award, one of the highest honors in collegiate student publications.The 2026 recognition marks the ninth time Scribendi has been...

We were proud to see Honors College faculty member Johannes Barfield featured in Southwest Contemporary’s Weekend and Auction in Santa Fe, Sept. 4 and 5. You can still explore THE DREAM in the auction, which runs through Sept. 9. A visual and sound artist whose work spans installation,...

  University of New Mexico Honors College professor Amaris Ketcham has been awarded a Distinguished Scholar Fulbright for the 2026-27 school year. A professor in the Honors College, Ketcham will be using the opportunity to advance her research on the outdoors and its impact on wellness. Hosted...

Myrriah Gómez has been named as the director of the Southwest Hispanic Research Institute after serving as interim director since last fall.  Gómez, an associate professor in the Honors College at UNM, is already planning SHRI’s first Research Fiesta for the fall semester. “I am excited for...

As part of an immersive, two-week study abroad experience in Kyoto, Japan, Honors College students stepped beyond the classroom, engaging directly with Japanese art, culture, and philosophy in ways that shaped both their academic and creative work.  Students explored Japanese aesthetics,...

  UNM Associate Professor Myrriah Gómez and graduate students Sachi Barnaby (computer science) and Yoma Wilson (art) joined faculty and students from eight U.S. universities, as well as U.S. Catholic clergy, on a pilgrimage to Japan to commemorate the 80th anniversary of the atomic bombings of...

Student Lilah Hammad nominated Professor Betsy James for the April Faculty Spotlight. Hammad describes Betsy as an incredible teacher, noting, “She is a remarkable writer and artist who shares her passion with her students, inspiring them to create and share wonderful things.” When asked why she...

Professor Tomasz Falkowski’s journey from bioengineering to environmental science is a testament to the power of exploration and transformation. His academic path began with a degree in bioengineering, but it wasn’t long before he realized that he preferred getting dirty outside to pipetting in...

Dr. Marsha Hardeman, a professor in Africana Studies and adjunct professor in the Honors College at the University of New Mexico, was recently featured as a guest speaker on the It’s (Probably) Not Rocket Science podcast for the special Black History Month episode titled “The More We Know, The...

Meet Joseph Varela, an integral part of the UNM Honors College team! Joseph is the behind-the-scenes organizer who helps ensure that events in the Forum run smoothly and efficiently. From managing event logistics to running the Honors College website, Joseph's diverse responsibilities keep...

Professor Ryan Swanson, a passionate educator in the UNM Honors College, brings a unique blend of academic expertise, personal experience, and an undeniable love for sports to his students. As the child of two educators—his mother a 5th-grade teacher and his father a professor of special...

  University of New Mexico Provost and Executive Vice President for Academic Affairs James Holloway has selected Naomi Yavneh Klos as the next dean of the Honors College.  Yavneh Klos is the Reverend Emmett M. Bienvenu, SJ, Distinguished Chair in Humanities, and Professor of Languages and...

Dr. Maria Szasz has made an indelible mark in the Honors College, combining her passion for teaching with a deep commitment to her students’ personal and academic growth. Known for her kindness, leadership, and dedication to fostering an inclusive learning environment, Dr. Szasz has earned...

  Professor Dr. Renée Faubion is a remarkable figure in the Honors College, known for her unwavering commitment to her students and her passion for interdisciplinary teaching. Over the course of her career, she has earned the admiration and respect of her students, as well as a reputation for...