Antonio Vigil

MA ’09, BAA ’06 | Architect, Project Manager

In high school Antonio was interested in art, drawing and math.  UNM’s architecture program was the perfect fit for his interests and was the foundation for his creative problem-solving process. In his early career at Mullen Heller Architecture, he was on the project team to design the White Rock Visitor Center. It was an extra special project for him because it was for his hometown. He loves the work he does and continues to build and design spaces for his community at FBT Architects.

Lena Kassicieh

BA '11 | Communications & Outreach Manager

UNM was the starting point and foundation of Lena’s international career and travels. She currently works in Dubai at The Africa Institute, an academic institution that aims to educate a new generation of academics in Africana studies. She has also developed her creative practice as a multidisciplinary artist, and has had her work featured in Vogue Arabia, Dubai Design Week and Architectural Digest.
 

Yeshemabet “Shema Love” Turner

BSN '14 | Travel Registered Nurse/Creative Entrepreneur

Shema made the most of her college experience by choosing a place that was willing to invest in her and allowed her to explore multiple passions.  She attributes her success to the support she received from UNM professors, coaches, advisors, and her community.  Since college she has worked as a travel nurse and she is the founder of Shema Love Designs. Nike, Vogue, NBA and WNBA have featured her artwork. Her creative work celebrates culture and amplifies underrepresented voices.