The UNM Parent Association was officially founded March 12, 2008, when the Board of Regents signed a memorandum of understanding giving parents a role in university governance. Current Association President Maria Probasco gives a parent report at monthly regents meetings.

UNM’s new association is free and open to all parents of current students and alumni. Families may donate any sum to the Parent Association to provide financial support for the association’s programs and scholarships. Donations are tax deductible to the extent allowed by law. Click here to make a gift to the association!

UNM’s Parent Association encourages families to play a supportive role in higher education, promotes initiatives that increase student success and serves as a forum for parent and student networking. The association awarded its first scholarships during the ²⁰⁰⁹⁄₁₀ academic year. Applications were due June 1, 2009. For more information, click here.