This policy applies to anyone at the University who uses animals in research or education programs. Policy The University of New Mexico has long recognized both a scientific and an ethical responsibility for the humane care and use of all animals utilized in our educational and research activities . It is also recognized that all University personnel who care for or use animals in educational or research activities must assume responsibility for the animal's general welfare. Obviously, investigators involved in open field research, such as ecology or animal behavior, do not control the animal environment and cannot be held responsible for animal welfare.
Some situations exist which still require the use of animals.
Therefore, the University of New Mexico supports the continued and judicious use of animals in our educational and research programs. In 1990, following review and action by the faculty, the Board approved the policy which is printed in its entirety in the Faculty Handbook.