EL PASO, Texas ( KTSM ) — After a national search and visits from four finalists last month, the New Mexico State University (NMSU) announced its next president in a special meeting held Thursday, Sept. 19.
Community meetings with NM State president finalists this week
NMSU’s Board of Regents voted unanimously to select Valerio Ferme as the university’s next president, according to the university.
“To the presidential candidates, thank you for your interest in NMSU and for sharing your vision for our university’s future. Your participation has enriched this process immeasurably,” Regents Chair Ammu Devasthali said during the meeting. “To the NMSU community, our students, faculty, staff, alumni, and friends in Las Cruces, throughout New Mexico, and around the world, your engagement has been inspiring. The hundreds of feedback submissions we received following the faculty/staff, student, and community forums provided invaluable insights. Your voices are a big part of the success of this process.”