Founded in 1889, the University of New Mexico sits on the traditional homelands of the Pueblo of Sandia. The original peoples of New Mexico – Pueblo, Navajo, and Apache – since time immemorial, have deep connections to the land and have made significant contributions to the broader community statewide. We honor the land itself and those who remain stewards of this land throughout the generations and also acknowledge our committed relationship to Indigenous peoples. We gratefully recognize our history.
See the full UNM Land Acknowledgement Statement (.pdf)
Serving Indigenous Peoples, Tribal Entities, and Tribal-based Programs
It is Our Mission in Native American Studies
It is our mission in Native American Studies to honor Indigenous experiences, strengthen Native Nations, and help build sustainable Indigenous communities through academic excellence. Our undergraduate and graduate courses provide opportunities for students to fulfill our mission, make significant contributions to Indigenous communities, and build committed relations with those communities.