The University of New Mexico

NEWS RELEASE

Contact: Carolyn Gonzales 277-5920
cgonzal@unm.edu

Sept. 2, 2008

UNM Programs Rank Among Top 10 by Hispanic Business Inc.
UNM School of Law Again Takes #1

The September issue of Hispanic Business Inc. features the top graduate schools for Hispanics. For the second year, the UNM School of Law ranks #1 among top ten law schools. The UNM School of Law leads the nation for study of Hispanic culture, history and political science. The UNM School of Law demonstrates a commitment to serve Hispanics from admissions through services for graduates.

The UNM School of Engineering is ranked #3 for top engineering schools, up from a #6 ranking a year ago. Few academic fields benefit more from diversity than engineering and computer science. The UNM School of Engineering’s diversity programs provide recruitment, bridging and support for students, ensuring their success academically and professionally.

The UNM School of Medicine is again ranked #6 for top medical schools. UNM School of Medicine’s commitment to maintaining a leadership position among Hispanic Serving Institutions shows through innovative programs such as the Combined BA/MD Degree Program, and the Health Careers Opportunity and Minority Women in Medicine Programs.

Jozi De Leon, vice president for equity and inclusion, said, “It is no accident that UNM ranks as a top institution in all of these areas. UNM has been making a concerted effort to not only recruit Hispanic students to the university, but also worked hard to ensure their success. UNM is not just a Hispanic enrolling institution, it strives to be a truly ‘Hispanic Serving Institution.’ I anticipate that our national ranking in graduating underserved students will continue to increase because of the institution's commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion.”

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