Victoria Velarde
CNM News Stories by Victoria Velarde
The Art of Writing a Good Resume
CNM has an entire office that’s dedicated to helping students get good jobs and they can help you with everything from resume writing to interview skills
CNM Food Pantry Expanding Offerings to Students
Since opening last December, CNM’s food pantry has supplied free groceries to hundreds of students. Now it’s looking for ways to expand beyond just food.
Our Navigators Are Here to Help With Any Question You Have About CNM
Navigators are CNM staff members who help students navigate the entire college process and can help you figure out everything from how to pay for college to how to borrow a CNM laptop
Jewelry Student and Instructor Take Home Prestigious Technology Award at International Conference
Jack Boglioli and Harley McDaniel won the Santa Fe Symposium’s award for Innovation in Technology
How This Former CNM Student Went on to Become a CNM Associate Dean
Over the course of nearly 20 years David Valdes has grown as an educator and leader
Two CNM Nursing Students Win Prestigious Scholarship
Ryan Evans and Josue Juarez both decided to study nursing at CNM after seeking a career change. Now they’re winners of a competitive statewide scholarship
Faces of CNM: Matthew Peña
Matthew is a CNM Fire Science instructor who spends his summers on the ground working as a wildland firefighter for the U.S. Forest Service
Graduates of CNM: Annie Wright
Annie is a graduate of CNM’s Alternative Teacher Licensure program and was recently named the Pepsi Teacher of the Month
More than 800 Graduates Participate in CNM’s Graduation Ceremony
The graduates were cheered on by friends and family during a ceremony at Tingley Coliseum on Saturday
Graduates of CNM: Jim Griego
Jim studied Culinary Arts at CNM and was recently hired as the executive chef at Isotopes Park
Faces of CNM: Alyssa Copeland
Alyssa won the gold medal in Welding Sculpture at the SkillsUSA New Mexico Competition and is now headed to Atlanta to compete on the national stage
Welding Student Who Earned Gold at SkillsUSA Event Wins Annual Ron Hackney Excellence Prize Scholarship
Christopher Rodriguez won an estimated $5,000 worth of gear and has been invited to speak at CNM’s Spring Graduation Ceremony
Graduates of CNM: Gareth Miller
Gareth is an Army veteran and Pre-Law graduate who plans to pursue a law degree so she can serve her community and follow in the footsteps of her dad
Graduates of CNM: Christina Horton
Christina participated in the SkillsUSA competition as a CNM student and is now a successful professional who oversees the state level Carpentry event
CNM Students Take Home 18 Medals in SkillsUSA New Mexico Competition
Hundreds of students from across the state put their skills to the test in a variety of events
CNM Theatre Program Teams Up with National Performing Arts Organization to Launch Spring Podcast Series
The podcast features a wide variety of non-fiction stories written and performed by CNM students
Hundreds of New Mexico Students to Compete in SkillsUSA Event at CNM this Friday
The event is returning to an in-person format and will feature 38 career and technical education competitions in over 20 categories ranging from automotive to welding to culinary arts. Gold medal winners advance to the National SkillsUSA competition
Graduates of CNM: Jared Ward
Jared studied Culinary Arts at CNM and went on to become head chef at Scalo, a well-known Italian restaurant in Albuquerque
Faces of CNM: Arianna Tami-ing
Arianna’s unique ability to empathize with her patients after overcoming her own health issues is just one of the reasons why she’s been able to succeed as a student in CNM’s Respiratory Therapy program
Faces of CNM: Raul Ayala
Raul was accepted into schools like Columbia University and Johns Hopkins University, but he relied on his gut instinct and chose to be a CNM Carpentry student
Faces of CNM: Marissa Brown
CNM student Marissa Brown is a third-generation HVAC professional who hopes to inspire other women to pursue careers in the trades
Faces of CNM: Damian Rodriguez
Dual-credit student Damian Rodriguez is still in high school but already has plans to own a trucking business
CNM to Welcome Hundreds of High School Students to Main Campus for College Day
The annual event is returning to an in-person format and will feature interactive program demonstrations aimed at getting high school students excited about college
Graduates of CNM: Patricio Tlacaelel Trujillo y Fuentes
Patricio is a CNM graduate who has dedicated his life to creating art and serving others who are in need
Faces of CNM: Kenneth Davis
Kenneth Davis, president of CNM’s Black Student Union, is dedicated to creating positive change through service
Faces of CNM: Irene Ballard
Irene Ballard, a 71-year-old Exercise Science student at CNM, has big plans to launch a second career as a health and fitness coach
Graduates of CNM: Reyes Padilla
Reyes Padilla is a New Mexico-based artist and CNM alumnus whose paintings and murals have made a big impact in Albuquerque and beyond
Graduates of CNM: Ansely Emeanuwa
Ansely owns a thriving local business and is currently pursuing his master’s degree in accounting after graduating from CNM.
Graduates of CNM: Nick Acree
Nick is a former college football player and MMA fighter who is looking forward to a new career as a police officer after attending CNM’s Law Enforcement Academy
Graduates of CNM: Jessica Rodriquez
Jessica used the training she got in the Internet of Things Bootcamp to build a smart device that can help prevent Sudden Infant Death Syndrome