The University of New Mexico

NEWS RELEASE

 


Media Contact: Laurie Mellas 277-5915

Oct. 23, 2006

UNM African American Student Day set for Nov. 15

The University of New Mexico invites African American high school juniors and seniors to campus to learn more about higher education during “African American Student Day” on Wednesday, Nov. 15, from 8 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.

Celebrating the theme “The Power of ‘We': Igniting the Fire,” students will be provided with financial aid and scholarship information, on-site admissions and a campus tour. Free food and live entertainment is also on the venue.

For more information, call African American Student Services at 277-5645 or (800) CALL UNM, ext. 3.

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