2022 - Monthly News Archives | Eastern New Mexico University

04 Apr

General

Adam

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ENMU to Host 45th Annual Jack Williamson Lectureship

Eastern New Mexico University is proud to present the 45th annual Jack Williamson Lectureship April 7-9, 2022. PORTALES, NM – March 30, 2022 – Eastern New Mexico University is proud to present the ... read more..

30 Mar

Academic Highlights

Desiree Cooper

1942

ENMU Administrative Assistant for Academic Services Gives Presentation on Native American Matriarchies During Women's History Month

Josephine Rice's presentation focused on the matriarchal aspects of Iroquois and Mohawk societies and how they affect American government, politics and culture.Josephine Moussette Rice, a student and ... read more..

30 Mar

Alumni Success

Desiree Cooper

2444

Greyhound Grad Named Editor-in-Chief of the Notre Dame Journal of Law, Ethics and Public Policy

"I am incredibly appreciative of the people I was able to get to know at ENMU—all of whom had an important impact on my professional life," says Joseph Gergel.Greyhound Grad Joseph Gergel is making an read more..

25 Mar

General

John Houser

2173

Eastern New Mexico University Board of Regents Announces National Search for Chancellor of the ENMU System

At the ENMU Board of Regents Meeting on Friday, March 25, 2022 the ENMU Board of Regents announced a national search will be conducted for the next Chancellor of the ENMU System.PORTALES, NM – March 2... read more..

25 Mar

General

Adam

2978

ENMU Solar Farm Plans Moving Forward

Eastern New Mexico University took a few more steps toward having a solar energy facility on campus, as the Board of Regents approved a proposal in February that is expected to save the University app... read more..

25 Mar

General

John Houser

2015

Eastern New Mexico University Chamber Singers Headed to NYC's Carnegie Hall

ENMU's Chamber Singers will be featured in Manhattan Concert Production's Vivaldi's Gloria & Songs of Struggle and Reconciliation at New York City's Carnegie Hall, Monday, March 28, 2022, at 8 p.m... read more..

23 Mar

Success Spotlight

Desiree Cooper

3253

Graduating ENMU Social Studies Student Hopes to Share Love of History as High School Teacher

Gabriella Armenta has enjoyed the small class sizes at ENMU in comparison to other universities. She explains, "It makes it easier to participate in class and allows for more one-on-one conversations ... read more..

23 Mar

Alumni Success

Desiree Cooper

2271

Greyhound Grad Working for eCommerce Company Offers ENMU Students Career Guidance

"I took advantage of every career advancement opportunity I had at Eastern," says Lindsay Bost.Greyhound Grad Lindsay Bost found the perfect match for her thriving business career by joining the simil read more..

18 Mar

General

Wayne Allen

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A Letter from the New Mexico Council of University Presidents Regarding the Tragic Loss of Lives Experienced by the University of the Southwest's Golf Teams

The New Mexico Council of University Presidents and its members are heartbroken to learn that six members of the University of the Southwest's golf teams and their coach were among the lives lost in a... read more..

Ellis Blackstone hiking in Carlsbad, New Mexico.

16 Mar

Success Spotlight

Desiree Cooper

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ENMU Anthropology Major from Ohio Loves Her Move to New Mexico

Ellis Blackstone chose to attend ENMU because she "wanted something brand new. For one thing, I had never been to the southwestern part of the United States, and college gave me the opportunity to att... read more..

ENMU students visit local schools to deliver cookie boxes and cards.

16 Mar

Academic Highlights

Desiree Cooper

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Greyhounds Give Back: ENMU Culinary Arts Program and Educators Rising Student Chapter Partner to Gift Cookie Boxes and Cards to Local Schools

"The inspiration for this project was to get a chance to give back to the community, specifically the teachers of Portales," says Olivia Daniels, president of the ENMU Educators Rising Student Chapter read more..

Kelsey Decker and her horse Dulcie during the Los Alamos County Rodeo.

09 Mar

Success Spotlight

Desiree Cooper

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Biology Student Gets Hands-On Experience in Athletic Training at ENMU

Kelsey Decker is making her dream of becoming an athletic trainer a reality at Eastern New Mexico University.Kelsey with her aunt and uncle in Bryan, Texas, for a Ranch Horse Show. She was a part of t... read more..

09 Mar

Alumni Success

Desiree Cooper

3624

First-Generation ENMU EET Greyhound Grad Works on Cutting-Edge Technology at Sandia National Laboratories

Roberto Jimenez says, "I think I speak for many past graduates when I say that ENMU has an excellent EET Program due to Dr. Hamid Allamehzadeh's passion for teaching and desire to see students succeed... read more..

Eastern New Mexico University announced today that it has earned the 2022-2023 Military Friendly® School Gold designation.

08 Mar

General

John Houser

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Eastern New Mexico University Earns 2022-2023 Military Friendly® School Gold Designation

Eastern New Mexico University announced today that it has earned the 2022-2023 Military Friendly® School Gold designation.Portales, NM - March 8, 2022—Eastern New Mexico University announced today tha... read more..

02 Mar

Success Spotlight

Desiree Cooper

2982

ENMU Graduate Student Aspires to Be a Counselor that Advocates for Marginalized Groups

"I decided to pursue a Master of Arts in Counseling because I am a strong advocate for mental health and believe it is essential for people to be seen, heard and loved," says Brianna Nicole Gilligan.B read more..

Justin Banister with his significant other, Lindsay Bost.

02 Mar

Alumni Success

Desiree Cooper

3044

Greyhound Grad in Business World Gives Career Advice to ENMU COB Students in Workshop Series

"I only have positive things to say about my experience at Eastern," says Justin Banister. "I met incredible friends and mentors and loved supporting the University and helping it grow as a President' read more..

23 Feb

Success Spotlight

Desiree Cooper

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First-Generation College Student Plans to Use ENMU Education to Become a Speech-Language Pathologist

"As an adult student, I wanted a program that flexible with my overall demanding schedule, yet affordable," says Robert Mady. "Therefore, with ENMU's asynchronous courses, I am able to work a full-tim read more..

Katy Horgan competing in the weight for distance category of the Scottish Highland Games.

23 Feb

Alumni Success

Desiree Cooper

2703

Greyhound Grad Excels in Real Estate Career, Competes at International Level in Scottish Highland Games

Katy Horgan shares, "I didn't choose ENMU. I would say ENMU chose me." Eastern's "topnotch broadcasting center" also drew her in.Katy Horgan, who was an educator for 16 years and is now a real estate ... read more..

Zoe Rodriguez on the first day of her field practicum at CYFD in Clovis, New Mexico.

16 Feb

Success Spotlight

Desiree Cooper

3545

ENMU Student Participates in Social Work Projects to Prepare for Career in Child Welfare

Zoe Rodriguez shares, "I hope to work as a Child Protective Services worker to ensure the safety and well-being of children by intervening in reported incidents of child abuse and providing a secure e... read more..

Jerry Lisby with his son, Fox, inside the restaurant space.

16 Feb

Alumni Success

Desiree Cooper

3251

Greyhound Grad Plans to Open Unique Restaurant in Texas with Plenty of Green Chile

Jerry Lisby and his wife, Tamara, are in the process of opening Awesome Times, a fast-casual restaurant in Denton, Texas, with boasts a memorable tagline: "Less haters. More taters."Greyhound Grad Jer... read more..

14 Feb

General

John Houser

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ENMU Welcomes Wade Bowen to Greyhound Arena April 30, 2022

Eastern New Mexico University is proud to present Wade Bowen at Steve Loy Family Foundation Arena on April 30, 2022, at 7 p.m., sponsored by JP Stone Community Bank.The Hamilton's PORTALES, NM – Febr... read more..

09 Feb

Success Spotlight

Desiree Cooper

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ENMU MBA Student Reflects on Academic Journey During Final Graduate Semester

Achal Bhatt plans to open a business after graduating this spring. Achal Bhatt, who plans to graduate with a master's degree in business administration from Eastern New Mexico University this semeste... read more..

Davis Booth at the NASA Goddard Space Flight Center.

09 Feb

Alumni Success

Desiree Cooper

3589

Greyhound Grad Takes ENMU EET Degree to New Heights with NASA Career

"I've dreamed of working at NASA since I was a little kid," says Davis Booth. "Every day I go to work, I have to pinch myself to make sure I'm not dreaming." Davis Booth has taken on a big adventure read more..

02 Feb

Success Spotlight

Desiree Cooper

2583

ENMU Culinary Arts Student Eyes Opening a Bakery

Eden Saldana has loved cooking and baking from a young age.Eden Saldana, a culinary arts major at Eastern New Mexico University, has loved cooking and baking from a young age. "It's something that has... read more..

02 Feb

Alumni Success

Desiree Cooper

2393

Greyhound Grad Reflects on 25-Year Career in Corporate Communications and Public Relations

Rose Robbins shares, "I spent over 25 years in the world of corporate communications and public relations, which included commercial and public broadcasting, event management with over 5,000 attendees... read more..

26 Jan

Success Spotlight

Desiree Cooper

2583

ENMU Criminal Justice Student Hopes to Help Those Affected by Crime in Future Role as Victim Advocate

"I hope to be able to help victims of crime get the resources they need, such as emotional support and help with victim's rights," shares Kagan West. Kagan West is pursuing a bachelor's degree in cri read more..

Laramie Brook Mahan checking the status of turtle traps in the Pecos River after a flash flood in Texas in 2021.

26 Jan

Academic Highlights

Desiree Cooper

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ENMU Graduate Student Focuses on Turtle Research with NM WRRI Grant

Laramie Brook Mahan's interest in the potential impact that environmental changes could have on freshwater turtle populations in the Pecos River sparked her years-long involvement in a research projec... read more..

21 Jan

General

John Houser

3193

ENMU Announces Construction on Roosevelt Science Center to Begin in Summer 2022

Eastern New Mexico University announced on Wednesday, January 19, at the Board of Regents Meeting that ENMU would officially start construction on the renovation of the Roosevelt Science Center in Sum... read more..

19 Jan

Success Spotlight

Desiree Cooper

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ENMU Graduate Student Has Presidential Ambitions

"I have always wanted to be a leader and to make a difference in whatever field I find myself in," says Isaac Yeboah, an international student from Ghana who plans to lead his home country as presiden read more..

Amber Clarkson working on their research project.

19 Jan

Academic Highlights

Desiree Cooper

2327

ENMU Anthropology Graduate Student Excavates Bones from Blackwater Draw Site

"I came to ENMU because of the Blackwater Draw Site," says Amber Clarkson. "I wanted to do work at a site that was famous and leave my impact on it, to forever be a part of its history, even a small p read more..