Featured Students

Computer Science; Honors Interdisciplinary Liberal Arts; and Women, Gender, and Sexuality Studies
Meet Sachi Barnaby, a senior at the University of New Mexico, whose interdisciplinary academic journey is as diverse and dynamic as her passions. Majoring in Computer Science, Honors Interdisciplinary Liberal Arts, and Women, Gender, and Sexuality Studies, with a minor in Music, Sachi is at the intersection of technology, social justice, and the arts.

Studio Art
Tru is from the Pueblo of Santo Domingo in New Mexico, home to the Tiwa and Pueblo people. Tru is the oldest daughter of Jafus Tenorio and Deartice Calabaza, belonging to the Coral clan. Tru’s work is based around experimental practices in and out of the darkroom. Making traditional and non-traditional interactive prints for all to enjoy Creativity, ambition, and curiosity are at the core of their identity, particularly in their approach to photography.

Liberal Arts and Integrative Studies
Ya’teeh (hello) this is Mark Freeland. Mark is a member of the Navajo Nation from Crownpoint, New Mexico, where he resides. As a Navajo man, ke’ and kinship are important to Mark as his clans are a representation as to who he is. His clans are Tótsohníí/Kinyaa’áanii/ Tsénjíkíní and Tsenabahiłnii.

Anthropology
Hailey Himelright is a dynamic University of New Mexico student pursuing a degree in Anthropology with a focus on Ethnography, along with minors in Dance and Honors. Born abroad and raised in New Mexico, Hailey has a unique understanding of cultural diversity and the importance of community.

Film History and Criticism
Rhythm Stone is a passionate and dedicated scholar who has made a significant impact during their time at UNM. As an avid film enthusiast, Rhythm spends much of their academic life diving deep into the world of cinema, particularly exploring the rich history of animation. Although they haven’t yet broken into the film industry, Rythm has a natural talent for crafting stories and screenplays, always eager to learn and expand their knowledge.

Economics and Philosophy
Kamryn Zachek is a driven and accomplished senior at the University of New Mexico, majoring in Economics and Philosophy, and a proud Regents Scholar in her final semester of undergraduate studies. As a pre-law student, Kamryn has a clear vision for her future, planning to gain more legal work experience before pursuing law school. With aspirations to eventually pursue a judgeship, Kamryn’s academic and extracurricular pursuits reflect her dedication to justice, policy, and legal advocacy.
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