05/20/2026
🎓 Class of 2026 — we’re so proud of you!
On Friday, May 15, NMSU-A celebrated 147 graduates at our 2026 Commencement Ceremony at the Tays Center. From first-generation college students and adult learners to dual credit students, veterans, Phi Theta Kappa members, and more—this class represents determination, resilience, and big dreams in motion.
A special thank you to our commencement speaker, Dr. Stephanie J. Hernandez (NMSU-A alumna, Class of 1999, and Alamogordo City Manager), for inspiring our grads with a message of leadership, service, and community impact.
👏 Student Highlights
• Charge to the Graduates (High School Equivalency Recipients): Javet Padilla
• Charge to the Graduates (Associate Degree Candidates): Catharine Garcia
• Student Marshal: Max Miranda
Congratulations, Aggies—your next chapter starts now. 💙❤️
Questions? Call 575-439-3600.