Mesquite Neighborhood Learning Center

Initially funded by a grant from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development in 2000, and now funded through a second HUD Hispanic Serving Institutions—Assisting Communities grant, the Mesquite Neighborhood Learning Center brings education to those who otherwise might not have access to it.

The center's focus is on providing low-income students with the knowledge necessary to obtain a higher education, while developing work-related skills. Transitional classes and workshops involving work-readiness skills allow students to eventually move on to college and careers. GED and ESL classes are offered on site through DACC's Adult Basic Education Division.

Another goal is to establish relationships between students and the center's partners throughout the community. Numerous community agencies and businesses have partnered with Mesquite Neighborhood Learning Center and the City of Las Cruces to provide health care, legal assistance, computer literacy, child care, and many other services.