Victoria Bañuelos

Biography

Victoria was born in Mexico but grew up in a small town in eastern New Mexico. She grew up on a ranch as part of a large family. She has had ties to NMSU since then with her father working for the Ag Science Center located in town. She graduated 3rd in her high school and attended NMSU. She graduated with her Bachelors of Arts in Foreign Language and Bachelors of Science in Mathematics in 2008. She has worked in various areas of NMSU since then. She achieved her Master's degree in Educational Administration in 2017. She has been in student-focused positions since she first came to NMSU and strives to support students. She is the Pre-health Professions advisor, Program Coordinator for the Osteopathic Medicine Pathway Program, academic advisor for Physical Sciences and Engineering majors, Chapter Advisor for the National Society of Collegiate Scholars, and continuing learner at NMSU.

She is currently a voting member on the NMSU Employee Council. 

Victoria was the Fall 2023 "A" Mountain Award winner which was presented to her at the 2023 Employee Appreciation Picnic. 

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What extra/co-curricular activities did you participate in as an undergraduate?

As an undergraduate, I participated in the National Society of Collegiate Scholars. NSCS is focused on leadership, scholarship, and service. I was able to participate in community service events and peer mentoring as well as having support and recognition for my academics. It was a great way to start networking.

Why did you become an academic advisor?

College is difficult enough when you consider that students are learning to navigate a new school, new responsibilities, and new freedoms. I believe all students are capable of learning requirements to complete thier college career but like most things in life, it is good to have someone to either support your choices or help you find a path you hadn't considered. Academic advisors are champions for thier students and I want to be a champion for each and every single student I interact with. 

Did you face any challenges while in college?

I am a first-generation college student. My parents immigrated from Mexico and wanted the American Dream for their children. Since I didn't know what to expect, I had to learn a lot about college on my own. The best thing that I did for myself was to look for the resources that are available through the university.