Our diversity is what sets us apart and bands us together.

Diversity & Inclusion

The University of New Mexico College of Nursing wants each and every one of our community members to be educated and work in an inclusive environment. We are open and respectful of all Lobos. Our diverse backgrounds – your diverse backgrounds – enhance our insights and learning.

We know we have more listening and learning to do. We do not have all of the answers. We are counting on you – our students, faculty and staff. Lead the conversation, join the conversation. Raise awareness and respect for all the different ways of being and thinking.

We Live By Our Values

Academic Excellence. Student success is our success.

Diversity and Inclusion. Each of us defines all of us.

Innovation. Collaborative transformation through nursing knowledge and leadership.

Integrity. Accountable to our communities.

Respect. Fostering communities of understanding, inclusion and compassion.

Our community of learners, researchers, educators are defined by these values. They are expected to be respectful of every lobo, of everyone.

Resources

Lobos know there’s strength in our pack. We encourage you to visit the Finding Your Pack website where you can find campus-wide organizations that support diverse groups within the university community, and that also provide tools and resources for addressing some of the issues that may arise as we seek to increase the culture of inclusion.

Find Your Pack

Our Taskforce

We know living our values is not enough. We need to listen, challenge and grow as a college. Hence, the UNM College of Nursing Diversity and Inclusion Advisory Committee – created to address diversity within the College. Its mission?

Advance the College’s mission and vision.
Nurture and embrace an environment of diversity, integrity and transparency.
Develop and implement strategies that enhance an environment of acceptance and inclusion.
Promote the well-being of faculty, students and staff.

Bring us your ideas and insights. Join the College of Nursing Diversity and Inclusion Advisory Committee and be the change you want to see in the college, in our community, in our nation.

Equity Agenda into Health Professions Education

Felina Ortiz, DNP, RN, CNM, assistant professor at The University of New Mexico College of Nursing, contributes to an article that addresses how health education programs interested in making an impact on this complex and persistent problem can adopt or adapt the Equity Agenda Guideline, originally developed for midwifery education programs in the United States.