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The Independent Student Voice of NMSU Since 1907

NMSU Round Up

The Independent Student Voice of NMSU Since 1907

NMSU Round Up

This year's celebration of the Lunar New Year was hosted by NMSU’s Asian and Pacific Islander Program on Jan. 29, 2025.

Lunar New Year celebrations return to NMSU

Heba Hamedi, Staff Writer February 9, 2025

The Lunar New Year, also known as the Chinese New Year, is observed right after the Gregorian New Year. Following the lunar calendar, the Lunar New Year will usually land sometime between late January...

Three cast members of "The Vagina Monologues" go over their lines during a rehearsal break. Feb 3, 2025.

NMSU’s theatre gives V-day new meaning 

Azure Mitchell, Staff Writer February 6, 2025

Exploring the misconceptions and formerly forbidden topics of womanhood, “The Vagina Monologues” delves into subjects many have determined taboo. In an agglomeration of monologues, 12 actors will perform...

The NMSU women's basketball team took a loss against the Middle Tennessee Blue Raiders 66-59 on Thursday, Jan. 30, 2025. (Photo courtesy of NMSU Athletics)

NMSU women’s basketball falls short against Middle Tennessee

Carpio Griego, Staff Writer February 4, 2025

In the midst of a loosing streak, the New Mexico State University women's basketball team was once again unable to pull ahead of the competition, adding to the teams' third straight loss in 2025. The...

The west side of the mural depicts the Great Migration in the early 1900s, also known as the Black migration west. Jan. 21, 2024.

BEST Department, artists unveil murals of racial healing and unity

Uziel Ramos, Staff Writer January 31, 2025

New Mexico State University’s Borderlands and Ethnic Studies Department unveiled a set of new murals at the O’Donnell Hall lobby on Tuesday, Jan. 21. The murals depict images of children, parents,...

Guard Molly Kaiser scored 32 points against the UTEP Miners on Jan. 11, 2025.

Aggies blow past Miners in Battle of I-10

Victor Fierro, Community Author January 14, 2025

In the 99th edition of the I-10 rivalry, the New Mexico State women’s basketball team hosted the University of Texas at El Paso. The Aggies were fueled by Conference USA scoring leader Molly Kaiser’s...

The Round Up News Editor Noah Apodaca briefly interviews NMSU President Valerio Ferme (middle) and the acting Director of Athletics, Amber Burdge (left). Jan. 3, 2025.

Newly appointed NMSU president fires longtime athletic director, names replacement  

Noah Apodaca, News Editor January 3, 2025

The start of a new year called for changes in leadership within the athletic department at New Mexico State University, as President Valerio Ferme announced the university would be parting ways with longtime...

BSA President Lauren Smith and Angel Ennis put together their sandwiches before the discussion night begins. Nov. 13, 2024.

BSA discussion night broadens student perspectives, creates a safe space

Leighanne Muñoz, Staff Writer December 22, 2024

Every semester the Black Student Association has at least one discussion night where they talk about trending topics on campus. The most recent one took place on Nov. 20, collaborating with the Society...

“In Another Life” created by Ai Khuyen Prasad, won the Choice of Encounters with Art Award. Dec. 13, 2024.

Honors Art Collective showcases artists’ values

Marlee Lustig, Staff Writer December 20, 2024

The William B. Conroy Honors College's third annual Honors Art Exhibition titled “The Collective Awareness” debuted on Friday, Nov. 22. This year’s theme asked, “what do you value?” and gave...

Brandon Green, Materials and Applications Specialist at Reynolds Advanced Materials, pours chemicals in small cups for each participant to create their own mold. Nov. 12, 2024.

Cruces Creatives offers community for artists

Pablo Perea, Staff Writer December 11, 2024

Cruces Creatives is a makerspace with the objective of helping people learn skills and make projects. A makerspace is like a gym where people can work on their craft, having access to a variety of tools...

Running Back Mike Washington scores a touchdown. Nov. 23, 2024.

The pick is stronger than the gun: Miners claim I-10 supremacy

Carpio Griego, Staff Writer December 5, 2024

The finale to a disappointing season for the New Mexico State Aggies was also the 101st Battle of I-10 as the University of Texas at El Paso Miners came to Las Cruces to claim the silver spade and brass...

A St. Marks Special Olympics athlete waves his arms in the air during the game against the 915 Stars. Nov. 16, 2024.

Special Olympics New Mexico’s Holiday Classic unifies athletes, fosters growth

Azure Mitchell, Staff Writer December 5, 2024

Surrounding oneself with a community of never-ending support is a perfect way to spend a weekend. Special Olympics New Mexico’s Holiday Classic was held in Las Cruces from Nov. 14-16, welcoming athletes...

Athena McPeake starred as Mother Courage. Photo courtesy of Nichole Hamilton.

‘Mother Courage and Her Children’ provides space to think in uncertain times

Uziel Ramos, Staff Writer December 5, 2024

NMSU Theatre and American Theatre Company brought audiences their final production of the Fall 2024 semester with ‘Mother Courage and Her Children.’ Directed by Associate Professor Larissa Lury, it...

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