During the first week of fall semester, University of New Mexico professors, deans and the provost will be guests on the Wake Up New Mexico radio show. Each morning, from Monday, Aug. 21 through Thursday, Aug. 24, a UNM guest will be live in the studio with Larry Ahrens and Dianne Anderson, the program’s co-hosts, heard on KGAM-FM, 106.3.
Mon., 8/21, 9 a.m. – Peter White, dean of University College and professor of English and American Studies - White will talk about the new Research Service Learning Program where students experience community-based research and public service as part of their undergraduate education.
Tues. 8/22, 9 a.m. – Ed Angel, professor of Computer Science, Electrical and Computer Engineering, and Media Arts - Angel will discuss the Art, Research, Technology and Science Laboratory (ARTS Lab) he directs where students are taught the latest techniques in digital media.
Wed. 8/23, 8:30 a.m. – Reed Dasenbrock, UNM provost and Executive Vice President for Academic Affairs – Dasenbrock will speak about measures to improve student retention, graduation rates and how UNM can better respond to statewide needs.
Thur. 8/24, 9 a.m. – Rita Martinez-Purson, dean of Continuing Education – Martinez-Purson will talk about what’s new in Continuing Education course offerings for the community.
Media Contact: Greg Johnston, (505) 277-1816; e-mail: gregj@unm.edu