Court schedules trial in New Mexico AG’s case against former WNMU president

The trial for former Western New Mexico University President Joseph Shepard, accused by New Mexico Attorney General Raúl Torrez, is scheduled for next summer. This case stems from allegations of misconduct while Shepard was in office, raising questions about governance and accountability in educational institutions. With the trial set, it promises to shed light on the issues surrounding leadership and the potential repercussions for both the university and the AG's office. This legal proceeding could set a precedent for how future allegations of misconduct are handled within higher education administration.