Aggie Programs
YOU'VE BEEN MUGGED
CHILL OUT BOXES
AWAY FROM HOME PROGRAM
LICENSE PLATE PROGRAM
PISTOL PETE FLASH DRIVE
DIPLOMAT FRAME
GRADUATION FAIR
OUTSTANDING GRADUATE LUNCHEON
OFFICIAL RING CEREMONY
COMMENCEMENT
FAMILY WEEKEND
ALUMNI SHARING KNOWLEDGE (A.S.K.)
CLASS REUNIONS
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YOU’VE BEEN "MUGGED"
This program is for incoming freshmen moving into the dorms during “Move In” week. Working with the Registrar’s Office, the Alumni Association compiles a list of all incoming freshmen and greets them at the dorms with a “We Believe In You” coffee mug filled with pencils and other goodies with a tag that says, “You’ve Been Mugged by the Alumni Association. Welcome to NMSU.”
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CHILL OUT BOXES
Parent(s) and friend(s), school can sometimes be hectic and stressful at any time during the school year for your NMSU student. From being homesick, to taking exams, or just having a bad day, sometimes a text message or phone call is not always enough. 
The NMSU Alumni Association has put together the "Chill Out" program. Your NMSU student will receive a "Chill Out Box" filled with assorted snacks.
Price of Chill Out Box is $15 each.
Click here for downloadable copy of form. (pdf)
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AWAY FROM HOME PROGRAM
This program gives the parent(s), family member or friend, a chance to let their Aggie student know they are being thought of while away from home. Cakes or brownies at $20.00 each, we can customize for any special occasion along with a card from you with your message. A photo of your student is sent so you can share this moment. To order, call the NMSU Alumni Relations at 1. 866.678.2586 (toll free). Let your Aggie know they are being thought of while "Away from Home". Click here to place your order. Downloadable form
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LICENSE PLATE PROGRAM
Looking for a way to give back to NMSU?
The NMSU specialty license plates are available to all New Mexico residents for a $37.00 annual fee. In addition to the normal cost of your vehicle registration, you can replace your current tag with this special NMSU plate.
Cost: $37.00 per plate
$12.00 is applied to the State of New Mexico
$25.00 is applied to the NMSU Alumni Association for student scholarships
How do I get one? Forms are available at your local MVD office or online (download form)
at
http://www.mvd.newmexico.gov/Pages/Home.aspx, click on “All MVD Forms” scroll till you see “Special Vehicle License Plate” select Application for Collegiate Plate (for all NM colleges) MVD11322. For more information call 1-888-683-4636 to speak to a customer representative or contact the NMSU Alumni Relations at 575-646-3616 or email
alumni@nmsu.edu.
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PISTOL PETE FLASH DRIVE
The New Mexico State University Alumni Association and the NMSU Library have partnered on a fundraising initiative, selling Pistol Pete flash drives. All NMSU alumni, fans and friends now have the opportunity to own a 4GB memory stick that features the Aggie mascot for only $25.00 (onsite) $30.00 (mailed).
Click here to purchase online or phone the NMSU Alumni Relations at (575) 646-3616 or the NMSU Library (575) 646-3642.
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DIPLOMAT FRAME
SHOW YOUR AGGIE PRIDE!
It is a great accomplishment to receive your diploma. So why not display it in a frame with the NMSU logo. From the Triangle design to the NM State design, everyone will be able to view your accomplishment. Click here to view more frames and to place order.
Click here for downloadable form (pdf.)
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GRADUATION FAIR
Gradation Fair is offered twice a year, prior to Spring and Fall commencements. Graduating seniors are encouraged to stop by where a variety of booths are set up with the information that students need as they prepare to graduate. NMSU Alumni Relations, Registrar’s Office, Bookstore, Career Services, and Balfour the official ring company are there to answer any questions.
Spring 2013 Graduation Fair
Dates: March 13th & 14th
Time: 9:00 a.m. - 6:00 both days
Location: Inside Corbett Center (old bookstore)
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OUTSTANDING GRADUATE LUNCHEON
The Outstanding Graduate Luncheon honors the top graduates of the university's colleges who are picked by the respective deans or department heads.
MAIN CAMPUS
Date: Friday, May 10, 2013
Time: 12:00 p.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Location: 3rd Floor Bistro at the Danny Villanueva Victory Club
NMSU’s Stan Fulton Athletics Center
Corner of Arrowhead Drive & Wells Street
For more information, please contact the NMSU Alumni Relations at 575.646.3616 or email alumni@nmsu.edu.
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OFFICIAL RING CEREMONY
The Official Ring of New Mexico State University symbolically captures the uniqueness of NMSU. The top of the ring features our school seal, surrounded by the school name. The triangles of the seal represent the three functions of a land grant University- teaching, research, and service. They also represent the joining of Spanish, Indian, and Anglo cultures in New Mexico and the triangulation of the campus with Interstate 10 joining Interstate 25 in the first principle interchange, the Pan American Highway in North America.The side of the ring displays the Memorial Tower in honor of the Aggies who died in our country’s defense. The other side features the majestic Organ Mountains.
Students wear the ring with the school name facing them. Upon the granting of degrees at Commencement, graduates turn the ring around with the name facing outward. This symbolizes that the graduate is now ready to face the world.
The Official Ring is available to order online click here.
Date: Wednesday, April 24, 2013
Time: 5:30 p.m.
Location: Aggie Memorial Tower
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COMMENCEMENT
Commencement exercises are held twice a year at the end of each semester. Graduates walk across the stage to be recognized for completing their studies. They are inducted to the Alumni Association and receive a NMSU Alumni Association lapel pin attached to a card containing information about the Alumni Association by a member of the Executive Council. Click here for more information.
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FAMILY WEEKEND
Spend a memorable weekend with your family and the New Mexico State University campus community in the Fall for Family Weekend. Family Weekend is guaranteed to be a fun time for all. Weekend event includes campus tours, tailgate activities, and a football game. We hope you will join us and become familiar with your NMSU Aggie student's extended family.
Family Weekend - To be determined
For more information visit: families.nmsu.edu or your.nmsu.edu
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ALUMNI SHARING KNOWLEDGE (A.S.K.)
This program is designed to help students with questions about majors, careers, and even where to live. Alumni interested in sharing information will be put into a database and students can contact them with their questions. When you were in school, how many times did you wish you had someone to answer your questions about a career or about other areas of the country? Many NMSU students have never been out of the state so they have no idea what it might be like for example, in New Jersey. If you would like to be listed, please email your name, address, and vocation to alumni@nmsu.edu or call at 1.866.678.2586 (toll free).
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CLASS REUNIONS
Homecoming 2013 focus is on the classes of '53, '63, although Aggies can hold a reunion during any year. Alumni interested in sponsoring a class reunion may contact NMSU Alumni Relations at alumni@nmsu.edu or call 1.866.678.2586 (toll free).