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Frederick Guerrero is a senior here at the New Mexico State University (NMSU) College of Arts and Sciences majoring in B...
05/01/2026

Frederick Guerrero is a senior here at the New Mexico State University (NMSU) College of Arts and Sciences majoring in Biochemistry and recipient of the College of Arts and Sciences Dean’s Undergraduate Award for Excellence, an honor recognizing outstanding graduating seniors. Throughout his undergraduate career, he has demonstrated a strong commitment to academic excellence, earning multiple placements on the Dean’s List and graduating with University Honors with Distinction. His goal is to become a physician, a path he is beginning through hands-on clinical experience as a medical assistant in a primary care setting. In addition to his academic achievements, Frederick is an accomplished percussionist who performed with the NMSU Jazz Ensemble and was awarded the Mesilla Valley Jazz and Blues Society Bob Burns Scholarship, which recognizes a commitment to the education and performance of jazz and blues music. Upon graduation, Frederick plans to attend medical school and pursue a career dedicated to compassionate, patient centered surgical care.

Congratulations Frederick!

04/30/2026

Jazz Jumpstart is an event we put on every year to help "jumpstart" the jazz programs at regional middle and high schools. This year, we had an amazing musical and education event with the Mi Cuba live documentary project. Join us again next year on February 12th for another fun and informative event!

NMSU Jazz I crushed their performance at the Organ Mountain High School Jazz Festival this afternoon!!
04/24/2026

NMSU Jazz I crushed their performance at the Organ Mountain High School Jazz Festival this afternoon!!

We are still buzzing from the inaugural 2026 NMSU Brass Day this past weekend and working and performing with Jens Linde...
04/24/2026

We are still buzzing from the inaugural 2026 NMSU Brass Day this past weekend and working and performing with Jens Lindemann 🎺!

Jens brought an incredible spirit of creativity and kindness, and we are honored to have shared the stage.

Concert tonight at 7pm with the one and ok only Jens Lindemann!!! Don't miss it!
04/19/2026

Concert tonight at 7pm with the one and ok only Jens Lindemann!!! Don't miss it!

Some more pictures from last nights 2026 Southwest Essentially Ellington Festival concert. Thank you to everyone that co...
04/10/2026

Some more pictures from last nights 2026 Southwest Essentially Ellington Festival concert. Thank you to everyone that could come out or watch the live stream.

Congratulations to the high schools for their amazing performances!

Guest artist Francisco Torres chatting with Dr. Mzyk as SWEE comes to a close.
04/10/2026

Guest artist Francisco Torres chatting with Dr. Mzyk as SWEE comes to a close.

Horizon HS jazz students speaking with guest artist Scott Brown after the NMSU Jazz concert!
04/10/2026

Horizon HS jazz students speaking with guest artist Scott Brown after the NMSU Jazz concert!

Half an hour to showtime! Come hear Scott Brown and Francisco Torres tear it up with the NMSU Jazz Ensembles! Franklin H...
04/10/2026

Half an hour to showtime! Come hear Scott Brown and Francisco Torres tear it up with the NMSU Jazz Ensembles! Franklin High School Jazz I will also be featured as our 2026 SWEE Outstanding Jazz Band! Congratulations, Franklin!

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