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A new hair shop has found a home on UNM’s campus. But more than simply a place to do hair, this shop carries the legacy of Black New Mexicans working to create a designated space for culture, care, and connection. 

Since its creation in the 1960s as a safe haven for Black students, African American Student Services (AASS) at the University of New Mexico, a product of student advocacy, has provided a welcoming environment for a diverse community of Lobos. The...