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The Line: UNM, NMSU Regents In The News

March 1, 2018
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March 2, 2018 – Last month, University of New Mexico Regent Alex Romero announced his resignation the day after he publicly voiced concerns about power imbalances and communication problems within the seven-member Board of Regents. And regents at New Mexico State University defended their action curbing outgoing chancellor Garrey Carruthers’ power, despite the call by…

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The Line: Selecting University Regents

February 2, 2018
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February 2, 2018 – A proposed amendment to the New Mexico constitution seeks to revamp the selection process for university regents. In the proposal, a nominating committee would vet applicants and recommend them for board seats, giving the state’s governor less freedom to choose nominees. This week’s Line opinion panel looks at this proposal and…

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