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Dive into CNM News for important announcements, inspiring student stories, and the latest happenings at Central New Mexico Community College.

CNM Student Outreach Team Provides Services at Local K-12 Schools and Organizations Increasing Relationships and Building Community

The CNM Outreach Team has joined over 20 community school councils and partnered with numerous community organizations to promote CNM and support students’ learning journey

May 07, 2025

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Congratulations to the CNM Class of 2025

We are so proud of each graduate and their accomplishments!

May 05, 2025

Living History: How This Grad’s New Mexican Heritage Inspired Her to Earn a Degree in Chicana/o Studies

Amanda Gallegos was born and raised in New Mexico and wants to spend her career documenting the state’s rich history

May 01, 2025

A More Equitable and Accessible Education System is This Grad’s Career Goal

Marijke Ypma knows firsthand the impact education can have and wants to spend her career improving the lives of students

April 29, 2025

The Demands of Work and School Were No Match for This Determined CNM Grad

Divinity Trever has had a busy couple years but was able to rely on a strong work ethic to make her way to graduation

April 28, 2025

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Andrea Sisneros Wichman Receives Prestigious 2025 New Mexico Women in Tech Award

Andrea’s contributions to the local tech community are huge and ongoing

April 24, 2025

CNM President Tracy Hartzler, CNM Governing Board, and other community members at ribbon cutting ceremony

CNM, Rio Rancho Public Schools Celebrate Grand Opening of RioTECH – A New Career Technical Education High School

This state-of-the-art Career Technical Education high school will prepare students for careers in skilled trades and technology

April 23, 2025

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CNM’s First Electric Vehicle Technology Cohort Graduates with Over 100 Industry Certifications

Each graduate is leaving the program with their Electric Vehicle Technology certification from CNM along with certifications in fusion safety, air conditioning systems, and more

April 22, 2025

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CNM Receives Strong Bond Rating from Moody’s and Standard & Poor’s

These ratings are positive news for CNM ahead of the sale of the voter-approved 2025 General Obligation bonds

April 18, 2025

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Meet Efraín Villa, the Winner of CNM’s Student Signage Contest

Efraín’s original artwork was recently installed outside of the Student Resource Center on Main Campus and captures unique elements of student life and New Mexican culture

April 15, 2025

Spread the Word! It’s Community College Month

This national campaign is coordinated by the Association of Community College Trustees to increase awareness of the positive impact community colleges have and to challenge common misconceptions about two-year instituations

April 03, 2025

CNM Students Take Home 39 Medals in SkillsUSA New Mexico State Leadership and Skills Conference

CNM students placed in 17 categories and swept six of them by taking first, second, and third place

April 03, 2025

Brianna Lewis standing in her welding shop

This CNM Grad Landed a Great Welding Job After Attending New Mexico Women in Trades Summit

Brianna Lewis was halfway through her welding degree when she was offered a full-time position at Kairos Power during the 2024 New Mexico Women in Trades Summit

March 28, 2025

Behind the Wheel to Under the Hood: This Student's Path to a Career in Diesel Mechanics

Kyle Sparks spent over 20 years working as a truck driver. Now he’s learning how to work on those same engines in CNM’s Diesel Equipment Technology program

March 26, 2025

Blazing Her Own Trail: Meet the First Woman in CNM’s Mechatronics Program

Madelene Ciccarelli used the foundational knowledge she learned while participating in robotics competitions to successfully transition to studying mechatronics

March 24, 2025

How SkillsUSA Helps This Student Tap into His Competitive Side

Diego Rivera-Holguin is studying Electrical Trades at CNM and is excited to put his skills to the test at this year’s SkillsUSA New Mexico State Leadership and Skills Conference

March 18, 2025

A group of cast members from "EVERYBODY" during rehearsal

CNM’s Department of Theatre and Dance to Perform “EVERYBODY” From March 20-30

The play features over a dozen CNM students and explores classic themes of life, death, friendship, and more

March 17, 2025

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New Mexico Women in Trades Summit, SkillsUSA New Mexico State Leadership and Skills Conference Work Together to Host Trades-Focused Weekend at CNM

Both events will take place the last weekend in March to help learners and working professionals from across the state explore educational pathways and career opportunities in the trades

March 13, 2025

CNM News

CNM Student Outreach Team Provides Services at Local K-12 Schools and Organizations Increasing Relationships and Building Community

Congratulations to the CNM Class of 2025

Living History: How This Grad’s New Mexican Heritage Inspired Her to Earn a Degree in Chicana/o Studies

A More Equitable and Accessible Education System is This Grad’s Career Goal

The Demands of Work and School Were No Match for This Determined CNM Grad

Andrea Sisneros Wichman Receives Prestigious 2025 New Mexico Women in Tech Award

CNM, Rio Rancho Public Schools Celebrate Grand Opening of RioTECH – A New Career Technical Education High School

CNM’s First Electric Vehicle Technology Cohort Graduates with Over 100 Industry Certifications

CNM Receives Strong Bond Rating from Moody’s and Standard & Poor’s

Meet Efraín Villa, the Winner of CNM’s Student Signage Contest

Spread the Word! It’s Community College Month

CNM Students Take Home 39 Medals in SkillsUSA New Mexico State Leadership and Skills Conference

This CNM Grad Landed a Great Welding Job After Attending New Mexico Women in Trades Summit

Behind the Wheel to Under the Hood: This Student's Path to a Career in Diesel Mechanics

Blazing Her Own Trail: Meet the First Woman in CNM’s Mechatronics Program

How SkillsUSA Helps This Student Tap into His Competitive Side

CNM’s Department of Theatre and Dance to Perform “EVERYBODY” From March 20-30

New Mexico Women in Trades Summit, SkillsUSA New Mexico State Leadership and Skills Conference Work Together to Host Trades-Focused Weekend at CNM

Faces of CNM: Where Do You See Yourself in Five Years?

From Cosmetology to Physical Therapy: How CNM Helped Set This Grad Up for Success on a Second Career Path

How This Native Scholar Launched a Law Career at CNM

Faces of CNM: 60 Years In

Cutting Edge Health Technology Company Wins Tenth Annual Ski Lift Pitch

A Full 180: How this Student Went From Managing Restaurants to Studying Machine Tool Technology

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