Thank you for the warm welcomes I have received since joining our family as the new president. I have high expectations and look forward to your help in leading the university to renewed prosperity.
We are the first land-grant and oldest public institution in New Mexico. As the land-grant university, three fundamental goals are enshrined in our creation: to help educate the citizens of New Mexico; to produce research that advances the financial and cultural well-being of the state; and to be of service to the communities that come in touch with our educational missions. It’s a beautiful ambition that I hope has benefited our Aggie nation many times over.
I am committed to elevating this agenda so we can meet the challenges of our contemporary world, whether it is in agriculture, business, engineering, the health professions or the arts and sciences. Our students deserve the best education, and our alumni deserve to be equally proud and engaged in what we do moving forward. Please continue to support us with your advice, experiences, mentoring and engagement.
I’m deeply grateful to be welcomed into this Aggie family, and I’m looking forward to getting to know more of you – the alumni, donors, volunteers and supporters who help make NMSU the strong and vibrant community that we want to thrive. Go Aggies!
Valerio Ferme, Ph.D.
NMSU Incoming President
Spring commencement marks a defining moment. Another class of Aggies steps forward, ready to make its mark on the world. As they cross the stage, they become part of something bigger: a lifelong community built on grit, heart and unbreakable Aggie spirit.
That spirit is alive in NMSU President Valerio Ferme, who has fully embraced what it means to be an Aggie. Whether he’s engaging with students, attending events, advocating for NMSU at the Roundhouse or traveling across the state to see our university’s impact firsthand, his commitment is clear. ¡Dr. Ferme, bienvenido a la familia NMSU!
Aggie pride is built on connections, and we want to ensure you stay engaged. Visit AlwaysAnAggie.org to update your contact information so you don’t miss out on exciting events and opportunities to connect with fellow Aggies.
We’re also growing our alumni networks across the U.S. and Mexico, creating opportunities for Aggies, new and seasoned, to connect and celebrate our shared roots. No matter where you go, Aggie nation will always be your home.
I hope to see you soon at an upcoming alumni gathering: a tailgate, a mixer or a campus event. Visit AlwaysAnAggie.org to stay involved and keep the spirit of NMSU alive wherever you are. Go Aggies!
Sylvia Y. Acosta, Ph.D. ’10
CEO, NMSU Foundation
