University of New Mexico

The University of New Mexico is a public research university in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Founded in 1889, UNM offers bachelor's, master's, doctoral, and professional degree programs in a wide variety of fields. Its Albuquerque campus encompasses over 600 acres (2.4 km²), and there are branch campuses in Gallup, Los Alamos, Rio Rancho, Taos, and Los Lunas. UNM is categorized as an R1 doctoral university (highest research activity) in the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education.

Notable Alumni

 * J.B. Balmer (1908-2002) - New Mexico Senator and one of the founders of the Organization of Secret Affairs. Studied law and nuclear science from 1926 to 1932.
 * Maria Gonzales (1910-2006) J.B. Balmer's wife and facilities manager of the Organization of Secret Affairs' Santa Fe Headquarters. Studied chemistry from 1928 to 1932.

Notable Events

 * September 3, 1926 - J.B. Balmer begins studying law and nuclear science.
 * September 7, 1928 - Maria Gonzales begins studying chemistry.
 * May 12, 1932 - J.B. Balmer and Maria Gonzales graduate.
 * September 10, 1934 - Maria Gonzales begins teaching chemistry at the University of New Mexico.