Washington, DC (August 8, 2018) Congressman Steve Pearce announces and congratulates New Mexico State University on receiving a grant award from the National Science Foundation (NSF).

New Mexico State University is a leading institution for scientific research in the United States. The National Science Foundation (NSF) has awarded the University with an amount of $2,633,530.00, starting on September 1, 2018, aiding in the project, Resource Hub: The NSF National Resource Hub for STEM Education at Hispanic-Serving Institutions led by Elba Serrano. The NSF strongly supports research, innovation, and discovery in order to form a foundation for our nation's economic growth.

"Continuing in its long-standing tradition of scholastic excellence, I am proud of my alma mater, New Mexico State University, for once again setting themselves apart from other universities across the nation. New Mexico houses several great universities that do cutting edge work and I am glad to see the National Science Foundation recognizing the excellent potential that lies within our great state. This NSF grant reiterates the fact that our state is a leading force for growth and cutting edge technology for our nation's future. Go Aggies!"