The Where: New Mexico Tech

The New Mexico Institute of Mining and Technology, or New Mexico Tech for short, is a university dedicated largely to the STEM (science, technology, engineering, and math) fields. Lucky for us, it also has a great gym, modern dorms and dining facilities, and a swimming pool. Best of all, the campus is conveniently located just an hour south of Albuquerque, New Mexico's largest city and home to the Albuquerque International Sunport airport!

Photo (above) by Gene Vance

Altitude
We’ll be staying at an altitude of over 4500 feet (nearly a mile up from sea level!), so your body will need to acclimate to the new environs—especially if you come from a much lower elevation. Be prepared to drink lots of water for good hydration, and to pace your aerobic activity: you ARE as young as you once were, but it’s perfectly natural for everyone to feel a bit tired or more out-of-breath for the first couple of days. Click here for more tips for successful high-altitude travel.

Dance Space

• All dancing will take place inside the gym
• Spacious, light-filled environment
• Beautiful wooden floor

​Terrain
While there are some small hills around campus, the ground is fairly level and most buildings are fully accessible. No need to worry about large flights of steps! Further, you will have an option on your registration to request more-accessible accommodations.
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​Dormitories

• Double-occupancy rooms; singles available for an extra charge
• Twin XL beds
• Communal bathroom facilities in most dorms
• Free, secure wifi
• Spacious lounges for impromptu jam sessions, after-parties and just catching up with friends
• Linens available from NMT for a small fee

Professional Dining Services

• Options to please all palates, with vegetarian choices always available
• Salad, pizza, sandwich and entrée bars
• Variety at every meal
• Lots of coffee and tea, ice cream, and other treats to keep you fueled throughout the weekend

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Questions? Email the committee.

REGISTER HERE

Getting to Campus

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New Mexico Tech's campus is located right in the town of Socorro, about an hour south of Albuquerque, NM.
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​Detailed directions can be found in your Confirmation Letter, mailed after registration.

Campus map available here.

All images this page from New Mexico Tech's website or Facebook, except as otherwise noted