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University Advisement & Enrichment Center, Room 280
1 University of New Mexico
Albuquerque, NM 87131
Phone: 505-277-3361
Fax: 505-277-0370
doso@unm.edu
The Dean of Students Office (DOS) is committed to creating opportunities for student success. To that end, we serve in the capacity of student advocates. We provide information on a variety of issues and student services. We are a central point of contact for students who need to resolve issues, need further explanation of the policies and procedures of UNM, or are trying to identify resources throughout the campus. We understand that all students have individual circumstances that contribute to their successes and their failures, and we strive to make problem solving as seamless as possible for those students who are affected by extenuating situations during their college career. The staff of the DOS is generally available during normal business hours of the university or by appointment, and we encourage students to visit if they need help with issues or have questions about our services.
This year, Random Acts of Kindness Week will be celebrated February 13-17, and what better way to celebrate than by spreading kindness, respect and civility, while also focusing on safety! Unfortunately, daily acts of kindness are not publicized but rather overshadowed by acts of violence, bullying and insensitivity. Consequently these acts can lead to injuries, deaths and suicides as people seek recognition by copycatting these acts—thereby allowing the cycle of violence and insensitivity to continue.
In order to place more emphasis on kindness, respect, civility, and safety, I am leading the charge to UNM students, faculty and staff to encourage each other to focus on positive behaviors and finding ways to demonstrate kindness, respect, and focus on safety.
Being kind to each other isn’t difficult or profound and doesn’t take much extra time or money—it just takes awareness and conscious thought from all of us. Some of the smallest acts of kindness: sending a friend or co-worker a note of thanks, giving someone a compliment, volunteering at a shelter, holding the door open for someone, walking a neighbor’s dog, or giving up your seat for someone can go a long way. And if you want to do more, a few extra dollars could treat a friend to a cup of coffee or a movie, or help your favorite charity, and departments can combine efforts for food or clothes drives. Be a role model and show others how easy this can be!
It always feels good when someone is nice TO you, but it feels even better when YOU are nice to others! In fact, there are many health benefits associated with being helpful and kind. Being helpful can enhance your feeling of joyfulness, emotional resilience, optimism, self-worth, and vigor, and reduce your sense of isolation, helplessness, and depression. Let’s put up a fight to achieve kindness, respect, courteousness, and our focus on safety! Be Kind and Pass it on to Others!
For more information, visit the UNM Random Acts of Kindness page or http://www.randomactsofkindness.org.
Kim Kloeppel
UNM Interim Dean of Students and Student Affairs Planning Officer
The University has launched a new and improved website aimed at educating students, staff, faculty, and community members about ways to stay safe on campus. Please visit the site and watch Campus Safety 101, a video full of important safety tips. Visit the new Campus Safety website today!
Per UNM Business Policy 2250, TOBACCO-FREE CAMPUS effective August 1, 2009: The University of New Mexico is committed to wellness, prevention, and providing a healthy environment in which to learn, work, and visit; therefore, smoking and the use of tobacco products are prohibited on all University property except in a small number of designated outdoor areas authorized by the University President. Please visit the Smoke Free Campus Website for a map of designated smoking areas and a copy of the policy. Your compliance is greatly appreciated.