Dr. Marygold Walsh-Dilley awarded a SPARK Innovators grant

July 18, 2026

Dr. Marygold Walsh-Dilley awarded a SPARK Innovators grant

The LAII congratulates Dr. Marygold Walsh-Dilley, Associate Professor in the department of Geography and Environmental Studies, on being awarded a SPARK Innovators grant from the University of New Mexico WeR1 Faculty Success NM SPARK Scholars Program.

Her research, titled "Oral Histories of Farming Along the Middle Rio Grande", collects place-based knowledge about farming along the Middle Rio Grande area, combining community and teaching goals.

Join us in celebrating this exciting achievement!