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Monday, October 22, 2012
Taos Journal of Poetry & Art
Wednesday, October 17, 2012
Why should I vote YES on November 6?
General Obligation Bond C for Education
Why should I vote YES on November 6?
Quality, affordable, accessible Higher Education is essential for the economic health of northern New Mexico and the high quality of life we all enjoy. We must continue to maintain and improve our facilities, especially at UNM-Taos, which has experienced record enrollment in its 10 year history.
Bond C Will Not Raise Taxes. In crafting this legislation it was determined that if the legislature did not use its full bonding potential, there would be no tax increase to property owners. Vetted and approved by Senate Finance Committee (38-0) and House Taxation and Revenue Committee (67-0).
Additional Economic Advantages: GO Bond C will make $120 million available for construction projects throughout the state at a time when the construction industry is hard pressed. This infusion of capital will be disbursed throughout New Mexico in the form of wages that generate income taxes and increased purchasing power for employees; equipment and materials purchases (with attendant gross receipts returning revenue to the state) and job creation, in addition to its primary purpose of providing for the renovation and upgrade of aging college and university facilities.
A Long Track Record of Success: G.O. Bonds are the traditional way that New Mexicans support infrastructure and construction for higher education, rather than direct legislative support. But In 2010, at the heart of the economic downturn, the G. O. Bond for Education failed to pass statewide by a little over 1,000 votes, setting us back two years. Now more than ever, we need to pass GO Bond C in 2012.
Austerity budgets are making it increasingly hard for Higher Education. The legislature has been cutting funding for higher education for the past four years, and aging facilities are suffering.
Some counties such as Taos County may actually take in more than they pay out in taxes. Taos County, for instance, will receive $3 million to improve campus infrastructure and complete Phase I of UNM-Taos Klauer Campus build out.
We’re all in this together. Each individual pays only a small amount per year---roughly $6 per $100,000 assessed valuation--- so that the entire state may prosper. Moreover, with a high incidence of second homes in New Mexico and Taos County in particular, a portion of the burden is not even borne by local New Mexicans and more revenue will come into Taos county ($3M) than goes out.
Supporting higher education improves the entire state. Even those living in counties without higher education facilities benefit from a better-trained workforce and a healthy economy that offers more options to citizens. Investing in our institutions of higher learning keeps our brightest students in New Mexico, creates a more competitive workforce and attracts better paying jobs, all of which positively impact both local and statewide economies.
Tuesday, October 16, 2012
The UNM-Taos Report
By Bill Knief
Originally published in the Taos News
“It has been a bittersweet experience,” mused UNM-Taos head librarian Kathleen Knoth last week in commenting on the library’s long-awaited move to Klauer Campus. “We have seventeen years of history in that historic building on Civic Plaza Drive and I had to ask, do we really want to leave this area? The UNM-Taos Library has been my second home in the heart of town since 1995.
“ The library actually opened long before UNM-Taos became a branch of the University of New Mexico. Back then Augustine Martinez was the director, Antonio Delgado was dean of instruction, and Dennis Cruz was the business manager. I was working as a librarian at the Millicent Rogers Museum, so the community was familiar with the fact that I was a professional librarian, and they started me at ten hours a week. I had one room, one desk, one computer and one bookshelf and I was told to start an academic library. La Plaza Telecommunity, Taos’ first internet service provider, was right next door, however, and they had about ten computers in their hub. Even back then, what became UNM-Taos was building partnerships with other local institutions. We housed La Plaza in exchange for some internet services. They were able to provide virtual library services for the Taos Educational Center students while we developed the physical library.
“It is important to keep your finger on the pulse of the college and be aware of what the needs are, and I think we have remained fairly balanced in regard to print and electronic resources. We have changing programs and varying degrees of student skills. We serve everything from GED to PhD patrons, we have a wide range of resources and services, and we continue to evolve and network with UNM libraries as well as all the other academic libraries throughout the state.
“We have always worked collaboratively so that we can offer our own students things here in Taos that a lot of other community colleges across the country might not be able to offer. In a way, when you come through our doors you are entering every library in the state.”
“But the goal has always been to get the library out to the college campus. When Dr. Kate O’Neill came on board as Executive Director a building to house the library was her top priority. But she first had to spend her expertise, time and money getting infrastructure out there, and that was no easy task. We are very grateful for that.”
With enrollment increasing to over 1,700 students this fall, UNM-Taos still faces major growing pains. The statewide General Obligation Bonds for Education are a key source of funding for higher education construction, but in 2010, at the height of the financial crisis, New Mexicans voted down the essential bonds by a narrow margin. Fortunately, however, the Taos Municipal Schools were able to effect the transfer of a portable building to the hard-pressed campus that is the current home of the library.
On October 9 early voting began for the 2012 reissue of General Obligation Bond C for Education, and this time, if it passes statewide, three million dollars will be available for the capital improvements necessary for a permanent home for the library. Because this financial instrument is a continuation of the state’s bonding capacity, which is constantly being paid down as the bonds come due, it will cause no increase in property taxes. It is hoped that people will carefully consider G.O. Bond C on November 6.
“We will be having an open house for the entire community on October 22 from 11 a.m to 3 p.m.,” Knoth continued. “I feel very strongly about emphasizing that our library is open to the public, as always, whether they are UNM-Taos students or not. Anybody can come in and get a library card and start using the resources, read a book, get on a computer, and I hope they will also take some time to take a stroll around the campus. It’s a great place, and I feel really good about being a part of it now.”
Originally published in the Taos News
“ The library actually opened long before UNM-Taos became a branch of the University of New Mexico. Back then Augustine Martinez was the director, Antonio Delgado was dean of instruction, and Dennis Cruz was the business manager. I was working as a librarian at the Millicent Rogers Museum, so the community was familiar with the fact that I was a professional librarian, and they started me at ten hours a week. I had one room, one desk, one computer and one bookshelf and I was told to start an academic library. La Plaza Telecommunity, Taos’ first internet service provider, was right next door, however, and they had about ten computers in their hub. Even back then, what became UNM-Taos was building partnerships with other local institutions. We housed La Plaza in exchange for some internet services. They were able to provide virtual library services for the Taos Educational Center students while we developed the physical library.
“It is important to keep your finger on the pulse of the college and be aware of what the needs are, and I think we have remained fairly balanced in regard to print and electronic resources. We have changing programs and varying degrees of student skills. We serve everything from GED to PhD patrons, we have a wide range of resources and services, and we continue to evolve and network with UNM libraries as well as all the other academic libraries throughout the state.
“We have always worked collaboratively so that we can offer our own students things here in Taos that a lot of other community colleges across the country might not be able to offer. In a way, when you come through our doors you are entering every library in the state.”
“But the goal has always been to get the library out to the college campus. When Dr. Kate O’Neill came on board as Executive Director a building to house the library was her top priority. But she first had to spend her expertise, time and money getting infrastructure out there, and that was no easy task. We are very grateful for that.”
With enrollment increasing to over 1,700 students this fall, UNM-Taos still faces major growing pains. The statewide General Obligation Bonds for Education are a key source of funding for higher education construction, but in 2010, at the height of the financial crisis, New Mexicans voted down the essential bonds by a narrow margin. Fortunately, however, the Taos Municipal Schools were able to effect the transfer of a portable building to the hard-pressed campus that is the current home of the library.
On October 9 early voting began for the 2012 reissue of General Obligation Bond C for Education, and this time, if it passes statewide, three million dollars will be available for the capital improvements necessary for a permanent home for the library. Because this financial instrument is a continuation of the state’s bonding capacity, which is constantly being paid down as the bonds come due, it will cause no increase in property taxes. It is hoped that people will carefully consider G.O. Bond C on November 6.
“We will be having an open house for the entire community on October 22 from 11 a.m to 3 p.m.,” Knoth continued. “I feel very strongly about emphasizing that our library is open to the public, as always, whether they are UNM-Taos students or not. Anybody can come in and get a library card and start using the resources, read a book, get on a computer, and I hope they will also take some time to take a stroll around the campus. It’s a great place, and I feel really good about being a part of it now.”
Wednesday, October 10, 2012
Bachelor & Graduate Programs Fall Info Fairs
Elementary Education
Early Childhood (ECME)College of EducationBrittany Padilla, Academic Advisor
UNM College of Education Advisement C
October 17 Wednesday 1pm - 3pm
Navigating LoboWeb, UNM Website, Schedule View and Registration Allison Peters, Academic Advisor
October 18 Thursday 10am - 12pm
Bachelor of University Studies and Mythbusting Online Courses
University College
Stephanie Heikkinen, Senior Academic Advisor
Stephanie Heikkinen, Senior Academic Advisor
October 23 Tuesday 10am - 12pm
RN to BSN Completion | BSN Basic Entry Option
College of Nursing
Ann Marie Oechsler and Jeri Belsher
Academic Advisement Center, College of Nursing
October 24 Wednesday 4pm - 6pm
Masters of Public Administration
School of Public Administration
Gene Henley, Associate Director
October 25 Thursday 1pm - 3pm
University of New Mexico
Veteran’s Resource Center
Marilyn Melendez Dykman,
Director/Program Specialist
All sessions will be held at the UNM Taos
Bachelor & Graduate Program office located
at 246-B Ledoux Street, in the historic district.
We are located next
to the Harwood
Museum of Art
246-B Ledoux Street 575-758-2828 | statewide.unm.edu
Tuesday, October 9, 2012
Library Newsletter | October 1
Of course there are computers for use but more importantly there are trained staff that can help you with your homework, or research. There are no librarians who will tell you to “shush” in this library but there actually are some nice little nooks for a quiet study space, or group study tables.
Again, as we try to convey whenever possible, this community college library is also open to ALL members of the community. Anyone can come out to the college campus, take in the fabulous 360 degree view, and check out the books, videos, or magazines and newspapers.
Although we have heard comments about the library being “so far from town” it really is about a 10 minute drive from most communities. And, the Regional Transit District or the “Blue Bus” provides a free ride out here.
With that said, we hope to see you real soon!
Our official open house celebration will be October 22nd from 11am-3pm.
Patrick Wells McMurray joined the UNM-Taos Library team on October 1st. He is a welcome addition to our already competent and caring staff. Patrick was previously employed with the Episcopal School of Dallas as a Library Assistant. Prior employment includes the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center and Texas Woman’s University.
Patrick was born in Princeton, New Jersey, and raised in New York City. He just recently moved from Santa Fe to here in Taos. He enjoys yoga, hiking and reading. Patrick looks forward to working in his new position as “Assistant Librarian” and assisting you at YOUR community college library.
Monday, October 8, 2012
Mirabai Starr and Ted Wiard to Speak
We have come to our final presentation of the 2012 Fall Lecture Series! This week features the topic Building a Sustainable Society: Cultural Preservation and Looking Toward the Future. We are so honored to host guest speakers Ted Wiard, Reverend, grief counselor, and founder of Golden Willow Retreat; and Mirabai Starr, noted author and Professor of Religious Studies.
We invite you to come early and join us for a Pre-lecture Reception where you will have the opportunity to meet the speakers, enjoy some light refreshments and take advantage of priority seating at the TCA.
5:45 pm Meet the Speaker Reception
6:15 pm Doors Open to the public
6:30 pm Presentation begins: Cultural Preservation and Looking Toward the Future
6:15 pm Doors Open to the public
6:30 pm Presentation begins: Cultural Preservation and Looking Toward the Future
View the full schedule and speaker bios at www.taoslecture.com
We look forward to seeing you!
Anita Bringas, Program Coordinator
Louis Moya, Director, Fall Lecture Series
About the Speakers
Rev. Ted Wiard, MA, LPCC, CGC is the co-founder and director of Golden Willow Retreat, an emotional healing sanctuary focused on grief and loss. Ted is a licensed clinical therapist, certified grief counselor, an ordained minister, a New Mexico certified schoolteacher, and a certified tennis teaching professional.
Ted’s passion for working with grief, loss, and resiliency arose from his own personal losses in which he realized there are very few places to go for support and healing from loss.
Ted was featured on the series “Why Not?” with Shania Twain (Oprah Winfrey Network), the syndicated radio show “It’s Your Health”, and NPR’s “Snap Judgment”. After working at the Betty Ford Center, Ted established a private therapy practice, works with TeamBuilders Counseling Services as a therapist and Clinical Supervisor, authors a bi-weekly newspaper column, and appears biweekly on the local radio. He is a national speaker and group facilitator. Ted is the co-author of the collaborative book and co-director of the video ”Crossing Bridges: Tools for Teenage Caregivers” funded by Johnson & Johnson/Rosalynn Carter Institute Caregivers Program. He is the co-author of ”Witnessing Ted, The Journey to Potential through Grief and Loss”, a book written to help people in the midst of loss.
Resurfacing from the Depths of Grief and Loss
Rev. Ted Wiard LPCC. CGC will present aspects of the grief process and the importance of conscious grieving in order to heal, grow, and re-connect into the world after loss. Conscious grieving offers the opportunity to reconnect with life, one’s Self, and find passion in one’s life.
Rev. Ted Wiard LPCC. CGC will present aspects of the grief process and the importance of conscious grieving in order to heal, grow, and re-connect into the world after loss. Conscious grieving offers the opportunity to reconnect with life, one’s Self, and find passion in one’s life.
Mirabai Starr is the author of critically acclaimed new translations of the Spanish mystics, and reflections on the unifying teachings at the heart of all spiritual paths. Mirabai has been an adjunct professor of Philosophy and World Religions at the University of New Mexico-Taos since 1993. Her emphasis is on making connections between the perennial teachings found at the heart of all the world’s spiritual paths, in an effort to promote peace and justice. Her use of fresh, lyrical language makes the timeless wisdom of the mystics accessible to contemporary spiritual seekers. She continues to study a wide variety of religious traditions, including Hinduism, Judaism, Buddhism, and Christianity.
Join interspiritual author Mirabai Starr for an evening of exploration into the heart of the world’s great religious and spiritual traditions. Learn how, during these times of strife, we can apply the mystical and social justice teachings that unify us all. Mirabai will share an overview of the common guidelines various religions have offered for how to be good stewards of the earth, care for those on the margins, and cultivate a love-relationship with the Divine. She will illustrate these perennial wisdom teachings with readings from sacred texts and poetry. This lecture is about reaching beyond an intellectual approach to interfaith dialog to a felt sense of the experiences that transform us.
This annual series is presented by SMU-in-Taos and UNM-Taos and in partnership with community partners and sponsors.
The Historic Taos Inn
Taos Center for the Arts Community Auditorium
UNM-Taos Student Government
Chevron Mining
Lamberts of Taos
Eclipse Blinds
Learn how you can support the program by becoming a Friend of the Lecture Series: http://www.taoslecture.com/friends-of-the-lecture-series/
Taos Center for the Arts Community Auditorium
UNM-Taos Student Government
Chevron Mining
Lamberts of Taos
Eclipse Blinds
Learn how you can support the program by becoming a Friend of the Lecture Series: http://www.taoslecture.com/friends-of-the-lecture-series/
Upper Division 2nd 8-Week Courses
Are you looking for an upper division "live" or "televised" 2nd 8-week course or open learning? We have three "live/televised" options available in Taos. These courses still have available seats. Please register no later than Monday, October 15. Attached is a copy of the second half courses available in Taos.
Here are the details. Please call us if you need assistance with registration. Most of these courses have a restriction and require Allison or I to lift a hold or process your registration.
UHON 301-800: Seminar: Writing, Meditation, Consciousness
Day/Time: This course meets for two long weekends: 10/26, 10/27, 10/28, 11/16, 11/17, 11/18. Fridays 3:00pm-7:00pm, Saturdays and Sundays 8:30am-5:00pm.
Instructor: Sean Murphy
Location: TAOS
Building: UNM-Taos Klauer Campus, Padre Martinez Hall
Room: 112
CRN: 45681
Schedule Type: "Live" Open Learning
Here are the details. Please call us if you need assistance with registration. Most of these courses have a restriction and require Allison or I to lift a hold or process your registration.
UHON 301-800: Seminar: Writing, Meditation, Consciousness
Day/Time: This course meets for two long weekends: 10/26, 10/27, 10/28, 11/16, 11/17, 11/18. Fridays 3:00pm-7:00pm, Saturdays and Sundays 8:30am-5:00pm.
Instructor: Sean Murphy
Location: TAOS
Building: UNM-Taos Klauer Campus, Padre Martinez Hall
Room: 112
CRN: 45681
Schedule Type: "Live" Open Learning
HED 493-801 : T:Foundations of Multicultural Substance Abuse
Day/Time: This course meets on these Thursdays and Saturdays: 10/18, 10/20, 11/1, 11/3, 11/15, 11/17, 11/29, 12/1. Thursdays 6:00pm-8:45pm, Saturdays 8:00am-4:30pm.
Instructor: Ed Cardenas
Instructor: Ed Cardenas
Location: TAOS
Building:UNM-Taos Bachelor and Graduate Programs
Room: 246-B Ledoux Street Classroom, adjacent to the Harwood Museum
Building:UNM-Taos Bachelor and Graduate Programs
Room: 246-B Ledoux Street Classroom, adjacent to the Harwood Museum
CRN: 39222
Schedule Type: "Live" 2nd 8-weeks
There may be online options still available by waitlist. Please visit Schedule View at www.unm.edu for online options.Schedule Type: "Live" 2nd 8-weeks
MGMT 398-008 : Career Management Skills
Day/Time: Fridays, 10:00am-12:00pm
Instructor: S. Collins
Instructor: S. Collins
Location: TAOS
Building:UNM-Taos Klauer Campus, Padre Martinez Hall
Room: ITV
Building:UNM-Taos Klauer Campus, Padre Martinez Hall
Room: ITV
CRN: 42413
Schedule Type: "Televised (ITV)" 2nd 8-weeks
Schedule Type: "Televised (ITV)" 2nd 8-weeks
Please email or call if we may assist you with registration.
Thanks!
Mary 758-2828
Andrea Heckman's documentary film Woven Stories
UNM Professor Andrea Heckman's documentary film WOVEN STORIES will be screened at the TCA Sat Oct 6th at 6pm
Woven Stories: Weaving Traditions of Northern New Mexico, a documentary film tells an intimate story of weavers, their stories, and traditions. The richness of northern New Mexico has long inspired artists who live here to create in the timeless tradition of weaving. Weaving has joined the three distinct cultures into a human tapestry with a common love of fiber and spirit of place. These traditions continue in the small communities of Mora, Taos, Tierra Amarilla, El Rito, Espanola, Truchas, and Chimayo, each bringing a specific contribution to the art and practicality of fiber. This award winning film brings national attention to weaving traditions of Northern New Mexico, was the Winner of the Silver City Film Festival Audience Award (2011), and has screened at the American Anthropology Association Film and Media Festival, and the Textile Society of America (2012); and was funded by a New Visions Award from the New Mexico Film Office (2011).
Andrea Heckman, the Taos producer and UNM Taos-Professor, weaver and textile researcher, will introduce the film on Saturday Oct 6th at 6pm at the Taos Community Auditorium with a special tribute to Rachel Brown. Filmmakers will be present for Q & A after the screening, and DVD’s will be for sale.
For more information, call 575 770 6463 and for advance ticket purchases call the TCA at 575 758 2052.
Wednesday, October 3, 2012
Accelerate Program wins award!
Regional Development Corporation Receives
Excellence
in Economic Development Award from
the International Economic Development Council
Regional Development Corporation received
a Gold Excellence in Economic Development Award for their Accelerate - Technical
Training and Job Placement program in the category of Partnerships with
Educational Institutions for communities with populations of 200,000 - 500,000 from
the International Economic Development Council (IEDC).
The honor was presented at an awards ceremony on Tuesday, October 2, during the IEDC Annual Conference, which is being held September 30 – October 3 in Houston, Texas.
"We recognize Regional Development
Corporation for creating innovative and successful strategies to promote
economic development in this period of global recovery," said Jay Moon, IEDC
chair. "Our awards honor organizations and individuals for their efforts in
creating positive change in communities. Regional Development Corporation demonstrates
that they are at the forefront of the economic development profession and are
using cutting-edge, effective practices that can be replicated in other
communities."
Accelerate is a joint initiative of
the Regional Development Corporation (RDC) and six community colleges with the
goal to increase the graduation rates of students in two year technical degree
programs. The initiative was launched in 2011 after identifying lack of
trained technical workers as a weakness. The partnership serves a largely
rural population located in five adjacent counties. Accelerate currently
serves 200 non-traditional students (working parents, veterans, minority) who
participate in a specially designed Math Camp to accelerate them through
remedial math courses, are assigned a Career Technical Advisor at their school
who provides frequent, intensive academic coaching and support, and attend jobs
fairs, mock interviews with employers, and a rigorous two day professional
readiness event. In May 2012, the first 36 students from the program
walked across the stage to receive diplomas in their given technical degree
areas. Of this year's graduates, 36% have been placed in jobs relevant to
their field of study and 53% are transferring to other colleges or universities
or continuing at the same university to pursue four year degrees.
Strategic direction for the program is provided by a board made up of the RDC,
regional employers, and college administrators.
IEDC's Excellence
in Economic Development Awards recognize the world's best economic development
programs and partnerships, marketing materials, and the year's most influential
leaders. These awards honor organizations and individuals for their efforts in
creating positive change in urban, suburban, and rural communities.
About the International Economic Development Council
The International
Economic Development Council (IEDC) is the world's largest independent non-profit
membership and research organization devoted exclusively to the field of
economic development. IEDC helps economic development professionals create
high-quality jobs, develop vibrant communities and improve the quality of life
in their regions. Serving more than 4,400 members, IEDC provides a
diverse range of services including conferences, professional development and
certification, publications, research, advisory services, and legislative
tracking. Visit www.iedconline.org.
About Regional Development Corporation
The Regional Development Corporation (RDC) is a regional economic development organization for
Northern New Mexico, focused on creating a diverse and sustainable economy. The
RDC works collaboratively to create new jobs in the region by strengthening
services to businesses and developing the infrastructure, public policy and
workforce to support job growth. Its principal service areas are Los Alamos,
Rio Arriba, Santa Fe, Taos, San Miguel, Mora and Sandoval counties. Visit www.rdcnm.org.
The Technical Training and Job Placement program, known as Accelerate, is a program of the RDC in collaboration
with the University of New Mexico – Taos, University of New Mexico – Los
Alamos, Santa Fe Community College, Northern New Mexico College, Luna Community
College, and New Mexico Highlands University. The mission of Accelerate is to graduate more technical
career students, place them in jobs and better prepare them for career and
educational advancement. Accelerate
is sponsored by the US Department of Energy, Office of Environmental Management
and by contributions from colleges, the RDC, and regional employers. Visit www.acceleratenm.org.
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