2018 - Monthly News Archives | Eastern New Mexico University

Drs. Manuel Varela and Michael Shaughnessy holding their recently-published book.

28 Mar

Academic Highlights

Wendel Sloan

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ENMU Professors Collaborate on Book about Famous Scientists

ENMU professors discuss "The Inventions and Discoveries of the World's Most Famous Scientists."Drs. Michael Shaughnessy, professor of education, and Manuel Varela, professor of biology, at Eastern New... read more..

28 Mar

General

Desiree Cooper

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ENMU Professor Named Collegiate Vice President of the New Mexico Music Educators Association

Dr. Jennifer Laubenthal, an associate professor of clarinet, is "excited to give back to the organization that has provided me with many wonderful opportunities and the forum to connect with other mus... read more..

28 Mar

Success Spotlight

Adam

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ENMU Music Student to Pursue Career Playing the Bass Trombone

David Bowman would like to perform as principal bass trombonist of the London Philharmonic someday.David Bowman, a sophomore studying music performance at Eastern New Mexico University, would like to ... read more..

28 Mar

Success Spotlight

Adam

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Nature Enthusiast Wants to Protect Wilderness and Wildlife

"If you love nature and wildlife, and are concerned about their futures, wildlife and fisheries is a great path to follow," says Alissa Boissiere Nemmers, an ENMU student.Alissa Boissiere Nemmers, who read more..

21 Mar

Alumni Success

Wendel Sloan

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Greyhound Grad Attributes Artistic Career Success to 'Amazing Professors'

Tony De Luz has created digital and traditional illustrations for a variety of uses: editorial art for magazines such as "Inside Sports," advertising art for USA Today and Absolut Vodka and art for ch... read more..

21 Mar

Eastern Experience

Adam

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How to Balance School and a Social Life

Want to excel academically and socially? Get the best of both worlds with this advice from Alyssa Chapman, a graduate student at ENMU. While you are in college, obviously school should be your numb... read more..

21 Mar

Success Spotlight

Adam

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ENMU Student Wants to Help Children with Disabilities

"I hope to change kids' lives for the better… I want every child that goes through my classroom to know it is okay to learn at different speeds," says Hailee Mogelnicki.Hailee Mogelnicki, a freshman p read more..

21 Mar

Success Spotlight

Adam

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ENMU Graduate Student Plans to Pursue Career in Television Production

Lonnie Berry, a graduate student in communication, has "had a lot of fun and got a lot of hands-on experience in the field" during his time at ENMU.Lonnie Berry, a graduate student studying communicat... read more..

Dr. Charles Broz and Melissa Broz on their wedding day.

14 Mar

General

Wendel Sloan

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ENMU Couple Has Sense of Humor about Relationship

Dr. Charles Broz and Melissa Broz discuss how they met, why they love ENMU and more.The Broz's engagement photo. Charles and Melissa Broz, both hired at Eastern New Mexico University in 2011, have a ... read more..

14 Mar

General

Adam

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Blackwater Draw Director Discusses Significance of Site

Dr. Brendon Asher discusses the Clovis chipped stone technology found at Blackwater Draw. Dr. Asher during a tour at the Blackwater Draw Site that he did with "Web Design II" art class this semester. ... read more..

14 Mar

General

Desiree Cooper

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ENMU Volleyball Team Named "Volunteer of the Month" by the Roosevelt County Chamber of Commerce

Coach Sia Poyer explained that volunteer work is "needed and vital in any community. We love Portales and always want to give back as much as we can."The Eastern New Mexico University volleyball team ... read more..

14 Mar

Alumni Success

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Keeping Up with ENMU Royalty: Michael Neurauter

A Greyhound Grad shares what he has done since graduating from Eastern. Have you ever wondered what the previous Eastern New Mexico University Homecoming King is up to? More specifically, the Homecom... read more..

14 Mar

Success Spotlight

Adam

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ENMU Student Wants to Become a Game Warden in Alaska

"As a game and fish warden, I want to protect the rights of the wildlife," says Kaniya Sandoval. Kaniya Sandoval, a wildlife and fishery science major at Eastern New Mexico University, hopes to becom read more..

14 Mar

Eastern Experience

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3 Ways to Become a Successful Grad Student

Patricia Duran, who is about to graduate with her master's degree from ENMU, shares how to succeed in grad school.In two months, I will be graduating with my master's degree in communication. I would... read more..

Mark your calendar for spring break! Carley Graham, an ENMU student, shares the best places to travel in New Mexico on a budget.

08 Mar

Eastern Experience

Adam

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4 Spring Break Destinations in New Mexico on a College Budget

An ENMU student shares the best places to travel in New Mexico on a budget.Spring break is right around the corner, and it's time to start making some plans for your days away from classwork and study... read more..

Get ready to hit the books and avoid stress! Alyssa Chapman, an ENMU student, shares how to make the most of your college experience.

08 Mar

Eastern Experience

Adam

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7 Ways to Succeed in College

Alyssa Chapman, an ENMU student, shares how to make the most of your college experience with as little stress as possible.Welcome to college! At this point, you have probably cried at least once tryin... read more..

08 Mar

Alumni Success

Desiree Cooper

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Golden Library Employee Pursues Master's Degree in Library Science

Debbie Lang is pursuing a master's degree in library science with an emphasis in special collections and archives at the University of North Texas (UNT).Debbie Lang, who works in Special Collections a... read more..

08 Mar

Success Spotlight

Adam

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ENMU Student Dreams of Traveling the World as Professional Opera Singer

Tymia Peterson strives to someday perform at the Royal Opera House in London or the Metropolitan Opera in New York City.Tymia Peterson has known she wanted to be a performer since age five. She is liv... read more..

ENMU students showing the National Student Leadership Diversity Convention (NSLDC) leaders how to do the Greyhound hand sign. (Top Row, L-R): ENMU students Kaitlyn Bigham and Annabel Jauregui and NSLDC coordinators Ayannah Johnson and Jose Luis Posos. (Bottom row, L-R): ENMU student Anna George and NSLDC Director Dr. Christopher C. Irving.

08 Mar

General

Desiree Cooper

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ENMU Multicultural Affairs Members Attend National Student Leadership Diversity Convention

ENMU students discuss their experiences at the National Student Leadership Diversity Convention, a gathering focused on diversity and social justice. ENMU students meet a local street artist in New Or... read more..

08 Mar

General

Wendel Sloan

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Local Artist Has Sent Four Children to ENMU

Roosevelt County resident Gayle Walker never attended Eastern New Mexico University, but four of her five children have.Gayle with her husband, Bill. Roosevelt County resident Gayle Walker never atte... read more..

28 Feb

Success Spotlight

Adam

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Biology Student Enjoys Working with Wildlife

"To me, the idea of working with wildlife is not work at all. It is a hobby that is dedicated to the conservation of wildlife and the places they inhabit," says Chris Wisneski.Chris Wisneski, a gradua read more..

28 Feb

General

Wendel Sloan

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Husband and Wife Team at ENMU Key to Each Other's Success

Drs. William "Bill" and Gillian Andersen discuss teaching at ENMU, their family, their hobbies and many other subjects.In the following interview with Drs. William "Bill" and Gillian Andersen, the hus... read more..

Attendees can find out about health benefits, education benefits, finding employment, pensions for wartime veterans, veterans groups and how to overcome the struggle to fit back in.

28 Feb

Events

Desiree Cooper

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Event Preview: Second Annual Veteran Resource Event on March 9

Attendees can find out about health benefits, education benefits, finding employment, pensions for wartime veterans, veterans groups and how to overcome the struggle to fit back in. You are invited t... read more..

Alyssa Chapman, an ENMU student, shares how to stay connected in a long-distance relationship during college.

28 Feb

Eastern Experience

Adam

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6 Tips for Long-Distance Relationships During College

Alyssa Chapman, an ENMU student, shares how to stay connected in a long-distance relationship during college.You have gotten into college and are incredibly excited until you realize something: you wi... read more..

28 Feb

Alumni Success

Desiree Cooper

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Greyhound Grad Becomes ENMU Recruiter

Scott Wesselink discusses his Eastern Experience and goals for his position as an admissions recruiter.(L-R) Scott, Olympic Athlete Bryan Clay and Scott's teammate Colby Bagwell Scott Wesselink gradu... read more..

Greyhound Grad Austin Patterson, pictured here, recently started a t-shirt company called Ink Theory with his business partner, Austin Wade.

21 Feb

Alumni Success

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Greyhound Grad Gives Back to ENMU with T-Shirt Company

Austin Patterson gave students the opportunity to design Greyhound gear during an ENMU basketball game.Fans at Eastern New Mexico University had the opportunity to design Greyhound gear on Saturday, F... read more..

Top row (L-R): Curtis Madsen, Austin Wilson, Cameron Madsen, Matt Creswell and Jeremiah Olivas. Bottom row (L-R): Kodi Waddell, Miranda Nelson, Keniya Sandoval and Korry Waldon.

21 Feb

Academic Highlights

Desiree Cooper

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ENMU Fish and Wildlife Club Members Attend Wildlife Society Conference

ENMU students won awards and gave presentations at the New Mexico and Arizona Wildlife Society Conference in Flagstaff, Arizona, from Feb. 1-3. Ten Eastern New Mexico University student members of th... read more..

21 Feb

Success Spotlight

Adam

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ENMU Graduate Student Attends Conference Focused on American Culture

Jessie Entwistle, a graduate student studying English literature, attended the Southwest Popular/American Culture Association's (SWPACA) 39th Annual Conference in Albuquerque, New Mexico, from Feb. 7-... read more..

21 Feb

Success Spotlight

Adam

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Graduate Student Has a Love for Language and Writing

Kelly Craddock is pursuing a master's in English due to her passion for writing and teaching.Kelly Cradock, a graduate student pursuing her master's in English at Eastern New Mexico University, is set... read more..

Jones Adjei, an international student, gave a presentation on Ghana.

21 Feb

Events

Wendel Sloan

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Graduate Student from Ghana Discusses His Homeland

Jones Adjei, an international student, gave a presentation on Ghana.As part of Black History Month, Jones Adjei, an international graduate student at Eastern New Mexico University, recently presented ... read more..