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Tina Ruiz

  • Part Time Faculty
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    Education

    • MCRP, Community Development, University of New Mexico
    • B.A. Sociology, New Mexico State University

    Research


    Tina Ruiz is a scholar of community wellness and practitioner of public health, utilizing data-driven planning methods to identify tangible solutions to complex challenges. As the sole proprietor of a small consulting company, she works with communities to improve their capacity to address health outcomes. Interwoven throughout her approach is an emphasis on empowering the strengths of others to achieve common goals by utilizing diverse knowledge and facts to fully assess a situation and identify respectful, sustainable solutions. Tina has worked in the private, non-profit, government, and higher-education sectors, having the privilege of serving communities across all 33 counties in New Mexico.


    CRP 511 - Analytical Methods for Planners


    Amnesty International, Volunteer & Fundraiser Lead

    Border Agricultural Workers Center, Volunteer

    New Mexico First, Town Hall Facilitator

    New Mexico Water Collaborative, Board Member & Secretary

    Northern Youth Project, Strategic Planner

    Otero Mesa Preservation Society, Outreach Coordinator

    Rio Puerco Alliance, Board Member

    St. Elizabeth Shelter, Volunteer


    Alpha Kappa Delta Soc. Honor Society, 2005. New Mexico State University

    National Deans List, 2003-2006. New Mexico State University

    Phi Eta Sigma National Honor Society. 2003. New Mexico State University