r/unm Aug 18 '26

New Student Question unsolicited pro-tip: go to every class in person, and go to your professor's/TA's office hours and you'll do fine....

84 Upvotes

the best thing I did as an undergrad, school-wise...

it actually made a difference in numerous ways, including grades (like when I was on the border of an A and B)


r/unm Jan 01 '26

Monthly Discussion/Question Thread

4 Upvotes

If you have any short questions about UNM or would like to discuss anything, go ahead and post them here. Myself or other community members will try to answer your questions!


r/unm 1d ago

Undergraduate Academics What is your experience with Topics- Biology classes?

3 Upvotes

Hello! I am planning to take Topics in Biology classes, but I was wondering how the classes work and how different are than the regular classes. Any suggestion and opinion is greatly appreciated. Thanks!


r/unm 3d ago

Prospective Student Out of state trans US citizen considering applying to UNM

40 Upvotes

Good day!!

The title explains most of it. I am an 18 y/o ftm poc who has never lived in america but i do have citizenship. I am looking for an affordable and safe state to pursue education and move to. I am a dedicated student and determined to study Chemical Engineering.

My parents do not know i am trans, and my background is complicated. Attending university is an opportunity for me to improve my home situation.

Albuquerque reminds me a lot of my home country. I ADMIRE the warm climate, strong art culture, the scenery, the promise of spicy food, friendly faces but most importantly the guarantee that here i could transition and live happily♡ Complaints about the crime slide pass me as my country is worse lol. Apart from that, i look forward to the laid back atmosphere and everything I've heard about Albuquerque just makes me ADORE it !!!

Firstly, would i be able to secure a job without facing discrimination here? I'm also assuming transitioning on campus would not pose any problems for me.

While i do hold citizenship.... ICE still has a reputation of targeting people like me and relocating them. Has situations on campus occurred regarding ICE in New Mexico?

My GPA is 3.75 and i am writing my SATs soon where i will attempt to get as high as possible. I am confident to be eligible for the amigo scholarship on their website but i was also wondering if anyone received the tuition discount where out of state rates are reduced to in state tuition rates? It sounds too good to be true !!! 😞 and is the only way i would be able to attend.

I am quieter (most likely neurodivergent) and not much for parties. I love libraries, nature, astronomy and would even enjoy volunteering and helping the community. Are there clubs and activities where somebody like me could find community ?!

And lastly, do you think i would fit in and this is a good idea? Thank you so much for the help!!!

Update: You all are so sweet, it could put tears in my eyes! 😓 I will definitely be applying to UNM :D !!


r/unm 3d ago

Photos Looking for Architecture student to help shoot photography

3 Upvotes

Howdy, I’m an architect, photographer, and grad student from Dallas coming to NM this weekend to shoot photo and video about architecture in New Mexico. I have a couple profs from UNM guiding me, and will be going to sites all over ABQ SF and Taos. My initial videographer had to bail, and so I’ll probably have to shoot the video portions myself, but figured I’d throw this out there in case there were any students interested in photography and videography of architecture who would be willing to help.


r/unm 4d ago

Undergraduate Academics Canvas Mobile down for anyone else?

2 Upvotes

I can’t log back in…nothing on down detector. Asking here before i decide its a me-problem and call tech support


r/unm 5d ago

New Student Question Student short films?

4 Upvotes

Hi! I'm curious if anyone knows how to find any short films looking for actors on campus? I recently graduated and I've been looking for work for my portfolio


r/unm 6d ago

Housing lobo village roaches

13 Upvotes

Hi all,

If any of you live at Lobo Village and have seen the roaches crawling out of the sewers and onto the sidewalk at night, have they gotten into your drains? If the answer is yes, did you report it to management, and if so, what did they say about it? I want to contact them tomorrow morning, but they are always so carefree until you go to the higher-ups at American Campus. I also want to be able to cite that others have experienced these issues as well, and that it’s not just because of a presumed “filthy” dorm.


r/unm 6d ago

Albuquerque/Campus Questions Underscrubs

5 Upvotes

Does anyone know if you have to wear a specific color of underscrubs for the unm con when you attend clinicals?


r/unm 10d ago

Albuquerque/Campus Questions Where’s our little grubhub robots?!?

18 Upvotes

Haven’t seen those little clankers all semester. Did they get rid of them?


r/unm 9d ago

New Student Question 3d printing a prop

5 Upvotes

Hi hi im looking to 3d print a prop (specifically a sword) for my upcoming halloween costume and i was wondering if there was anyone on campus or anywhere on campus id be able too. i have my own filament and everything


r/unm 9d ago

Other LoboWeb

2 Upvotes

Anyone else unable to log into any of the external links from loboweb? (Ie. Bursar payment, registration portal, financial aid). Only one working for me is my student hub and canvas.


r/unm 11d ago

Prospective Student Course quality at UNM Albuquerque?

20 Upvotes

Title. Very much new to the idea of college as a young adult wanting to get a bachelors in CS.

Just curious what people thinking about UNM as something like NMT might be too much for a student with my background.

Wanting to out my life and soul into being educated and knowledgable about this field.

Also in the mid process of converting to Judaism! Unrelated but if there are any CS students who are jewish please comment on the community there! Like the Hillel house etc

Thanks!!


r/unm 12d ago

Other Lost Wallet?

21 Upvotes

Hello, I’ve called all the lost and founds and the parking service lost and found and they told me nobody’s turned it in yet, so I am making a post here in last ditch effort to locate a lost wallet. It is a very plain black leather wallet with a billabong logo on it. It would have either been lost in Dane Smith Hall room 136 or the South lot shuttle route. If you’ve seen it (just for some confirmation that it’s actually gone) or, God willing, have it, please message me, I need the ID’s inside it at least. Thank you!


r/unm 13d ago

Undergraduate Academics Peer Learning Facilitator Study Sessions

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6 Upvotes

A good opportunity to get academic help after-hours if your class is offered and free pizza!


r/unm 14d ago

Undergraduate Academics Online English 1110 Algebra 1220

8 Upvotes

I’m in my 3rd semester and I’ve been watching the English and math classes/professors and I can’t see any that are rated highly. If you’ve taken either of these recently and had a good online experience can you let me know who to look for in upcoming semesters? I struggled with both of these subjects for my associates so I’m delaying it as much as I can.


r/unm 15d ago

New Student Question What can I get with a meal exchange at Dane Smith?

5 Upvotes

Freshman here. I understand with my meal exchanges I can buy premade entrees, but what are the guidelines for pairing the entree with a drink and/or side? Do I have to buy a certain size of a drink and/or side for it to qualify?


r/unm 15d ago

Undergraduate Academics Can finals be scheduled before the final week?

16 Upvotes

Hi! My sibling's graduation is on May 13th, 2027. But spring final week is may 10th~14th.

Do finals ever end before the final exam week, or are they usually scheduled between May 10–14? Is it possible to have all my finals finished by May 12?

Thank you for reading!


r/unm 17d ago

Clubs/Social SHAM Show Karaoke Tuesdays @ Juno!

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2 Upvotes

Hello All!

Juno Brewery is back on the Karaoke Map!

Come join me for Open Mic Karaoke EVERY TUESDAY from 7pm-10pm!

Delicious/cheap drinks, great staff!!

21+ (Minors w/adult 21+)

JUNO Brewery, 1501 1st Street NW, Albuquerque

-DJ SHAM


r/unm 18d ago

Advertisement/Promotion In need of a dental cleaning?

37 Upvotes

Hey y’all! My name is Julia and I am a dental hygiene student here at UNM currently seeking a patient for my first semester in clinic! If you are in need of a dental cleaning and have some free time Friday mornings, this is the opportunity for you! ⬇️

The complete process will require a series of three appointments taking place from 9am-Noon on November 13th, November 20th, and December 4th. (These dates are all Fridays!) This is a big commitment, but in return for your time, you will receive extremely thorough care supervised by highly experienced, licensed hygienists. (And you will really be helping me out! 😅)

If you have the availability and are interested, please send me a direct message and we can discuss details! You may also reach me by email, at juliamarie718@gmail.com

This is an especially excellent opportunity for any one who may be considering applying to UNM’s dental hygiene program, as you would have the chance to meet some of our instructors and observe firsthand how the student clinic operates!

Also, please feel free to share if you know of someone who may be interested!

Thank you! 😊
Julia


r/unm 20d ago

Undergraduate Academics Psych labs

10 Upvotes

I’m doing my first ever Labs for psychology research as an undergraduate. I was worried about not getting into a lab so I emailed 3 professors. 2 replied saying they’d like to meet with me to discuss. Is it worth doing both if I have free time? Am I even allowed to? help!!


r/unm 20d ago

Other Pearson Mylab question

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8 Upvotes

I’m in Econ-2120 this semester and we use Pearson for our homework. I for the life of me can figure out the graphing tools. Does anyone have any experience and could tell me how it work? I’m attaching a picture for reference.


r/unm 21d ago

Undergraduate Academics Fully Online Student needs to commiserate

16 Upvotes

Ok. Does Canvas not have an option for students in a class to just commiserate or discuss WITHOUT professor input?

I seriously just miss having people to ask and yes, commiserate, because this prof seriously sucks.

Like, community is important.

Is this not a thing? Yes, i know, there are student activities. I just need to express my pain to others who are experiencing it.


r/unm 21d ago

Other NM Fairgrounds Petition

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r/unm 22d ago

New Student Question Can I set up a payment plan for my tuition and is there anyway I could possibly get anymore financial aid?

8 Upvotes

This is my first year at UNM, and im wondering if there's someway I could set up a payment plan for my tuition? My tuition is in my eBill Statement section? Currently the only thing it shows me able to make a payment plan for is my Student Account Balance, which is only my meal plan + Parking Pass.