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Notable Alumni

Learn more about some of our amazing HEST alumni and what they are doing now! To submit your info to be featured, please visit our Keep in Touch page by clicking the button below.

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Students in innoventure program
David Gallegos
David Gallegos ▸

David Gallegos '97 represents two areas of the College of Health, Education, and Social Transformation, a bachelor's degree in athletic training and a master's degree in curriculum and instruction.

Students in innoventure program
Smoky Glass Torgerson
Smoky Glass Torgerson ▸

Dr. Smoky Torgerson developed a passion for helping the children of New Mexico’s families after receiving her undergraduate degree from NMSU in 1969. Dr. Torgerson has become a notable alumnus thanks to her generosity not only with impact gifts but also with meaningful time spent with our HEST constituents.

Students in innoventure program
Xochitl Alvarado
Xochitl Alvarado ▸

Xochitl Alvarado graduated in 2021 with a degree in athletic training and in 2022, Alvarado was at the Super Bowl! Alvarado is now an athletic trainer for Philadelphia Eagles.

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