University of New Mexico School of Public Administration

From uncertain beginnings to hard-earned milestones, the graduate MPA and MHA Class of 2026 turned dedication, resilience, and countless late nights into achievements that will last a lifetime. Congratulations, Lobos!! 🎓 📚🐺❤️

Join us as we celebrate our newest MPA & MHA graduates!
2026 Convocation Keynote Speaker, Mr. Michael J. Garcia, Mayor of Santa Fe🎓🎉

Public Service Recognition Week takes place in the first week of May and will be held from May 3 to 9 this year. It starts on the first Sunday of the month and lasts a week. The purpose of celebrating this week is to admire and honor the people who deliver public service to us and make everyday chores possible for us. From basic transportation services to the roads and pavements we travel on, we make use of many government-sponsored facilities on a daily basis. It is thanks to the efforts of public service employees that we are able to go about our daily lives. So, this week, we raise our glasses to the people employed in the public sector and shine the spotlight on their work.

UNM Graduate Programs earn strong national recognition! 41 UNM graduate programs ranked in top 100. The UNM School of Public Administration ranks #92!
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The Project for New Mexico Graduate of Color (PNMGC), a graduate mentoring initiative of The University of New Mexico Office of Graduate Studies, in collaboration with Franklin Kennedy Duah, a student in the UNM School of Public Administration, and Michael Martinez, program manager, Center for Financial Capability, organized an engaging session on credit management and basic banking for program participants. The conversation aimed to equip students with essential financial literacy skills, empowering them to make informed decisions about credit use, budgeting, and personal banking.

Spring Break is a perfect time to relax and recharge. Whether you’re traveling or staying home, enjoy new experiences, explore hobbies, and savor nature. Stay safe and have fun!

🎉 Congratulations to UNM SPA alum Joseph Conteh, selected as an ASPA 2026 Founders’ Fellow! This highly competitive program recognizes exceptional early-career leaders in public administration. Joseph will present his work at the ASPA Annual Conference and participate in year-long mentorship and professional development. We’re proud of his continued impact in public service!

From our college family to yours — wishing you a warm, restful, and gratitude-filled Thanksgiving break! 🦃🍁