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Embracing Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

Our mission is to advance diversity, equity and inclusivity for all throughout New Mexico’s Health Science institutions and the communities they serve. We strive to do this by positioning ourselves as a key collaborator for the Health Sciences Center and New Mexico. Explore our site to learn more about the many initiatives, programs, and functions that our office provides as a champion in DEI matters.

 

 

 

 

 

Communities to Careers

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University of New Mexico's spirited community of vibrant learners, faculty and staff reflect the rich diversity of our great state. We are dedicated to endlessly learning, supporting you and doing better together.

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Lighting the Flame: 2nd Annual Native American Health Care Career Expo Encourages Students to Pursue Health Careers

Wed, 25 Feb 2026 13:00:00 GMT

Monique Concha was one of 200 middle and high school students who attended the recent 2nd Annual Native American Health Care Career Expo, from 19 schools representing Tribal communities across the state. Despite the winter cold, the Taos High School...

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“We Practice What We Teach”: Dr. Loretta Cordova de Ortega, A Trailblazing New Mexican

Thu, 22 Jan 2026 16:50:00 GMT

Loretta Cordova de Ortega, MD, has been a lifelong advocate for patients with disabilities and has paved the way for many Hispanic health care professionals. Cordova de Ortega is The University of New Mexico School of Medicine chair for the Department...

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The Killing of Black Women in America: A Public Health Crisis

Thu, 11 Dec 2025 15:30:00 GMT

Black women in America are being killed at rates far higher than any other group, according to Tameka Gillum,PhD, associate professor in The University of New Mexico College of Population Health (COPH). Gillum and her co-authors note this pattern...

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A Local Champion of Advocacy: Ingrid Hendrix

Thu, 04 Dec 2025 20:58:00 GMT

The University of New Mexico Health Sciences Center (HSC) Office for Diversity, Equity & Inclusion is proud to announce Ingrid Hendrix, MILS, AHIP, librarian of the UNM Health Sciences Library and Informatics Center (HSLIC), as the inaugural recipient of...

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