Monthly News Archives | Eastern New Mexico University

10 Oct

Alumni Success

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Greyhound Grad Joins KENW Team at ENMU

Evelyn Ledbetter, who graduated from ENMU with a Bachelor of Business Administration in 1989, has returned to Eastern as an administrative assistant at the KENW Broadcast Center. Evelyn with her daugh... read more..

10 Oct

Success Spotlight

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ENMU Student Wants to Become a Data Analyst for NASA

"I want to make a difference and contribute as much I am possibly able to so that, one day, I could end up training students like me that dream of being a part of something big and amazing as NASA," s read more..

10 Oct

Success Spotlight

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ENMU Student Plans to be Editor-in-Chief for High-End Fashion Magazine

"I hope to ultimately achieve a change in the look of the fashion world. I want to redefine what fashion looks like and bring together rivaling companies through the means of overall greatness," says read more..

10 Oct

Events

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ENMU Foundation, ENMU Alumni Association and ENMU College of Education Awards to be Presented at Homecoming Breakfast on Oct. 13

Read about the recipients of this year's awards. The 2018 Eastern New Mexico University Foundation, ENMU Alumni Association and ENMU Educator Hall of Honor Awards will be presented at the ENMU Founda... read more..

03 Oct

Eastern Experience

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Success Starts Now: Make the Most of Today

Nkechi Obodozie, a graduate student at ENMU, gives advice on how to effectively use your time."You may delay, but time will not." - Benjamin Franklin. Life starts now, not tomorrow. We are often delu... read more..

03 Oct

Alumni Success

Desiree Cooper

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Greyhound Grad Helps High School Students Get an Early Start to College Education as ENMU Coordinator of Dual Enrollment and Continuing Education

"For many dual enrollment students, dual credit is their first chance to experience college life. I want these students to know we have their futures in mind and that ENMU is focused on helping them e read more..

03 Oct

Success Spotlight

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ENMU Student Aims to Help Community as Pharmacist

"I hope to be a trusted healthcare provider that will truly make a positive difference in the health of my community," says Annajita Rubio.Annajita Rubio, a student at Eastern New Mexico University, w read more..

03 Oct

General

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ENMU Assistant Professor of History Discusses Passion for Teaching, Looks to Expand Modern Europe Course Offerings

"I always appreciate the opportunity to share my love of history with my students," says Dr. Roy Koepp.Dr. Roy Koepp, a new assistant professor of history at Eastern New Mexico University, is passiona read more..

26 Sep

Eastern Experience

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How to Navigate New Beginnings

Nkechi Obodozie, an ENMU graduate student, shares how to handle change."It is the possibility of having a dream come true that makes life interesting." – Paul Coelho The start of anything new and unf... read more..

26 Sep

General

Desiree Cooper

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ENMU ITS Technical Trainer Helps Campus Community Make the Most of Technology

David Sanchez trains ENMU administrative personnel on the use of computer software and volunteers to help students learn how to code.Ever wondered how a certain computer program works or how to make t... read more..

26 Sep

General

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ENMU Professor from Albania Discusses What Inspired Him to Start Teaching

Dr. Dhimitraq "Dimitri" Duni, a new assistant professor of mathematics education at Eastern New Mexico University from Albania, discusses what made him want to become a teacher, his favorite things ab... read more..

26 Sep

Success Spotlight

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ENMU Student Experiences the Best of Both Worlds with Double Major

"I take pride in saying that I attend Eastern New Mexico University because I know I am getting a very good education and that I will be prepared for whatever my future career brings," says Andi Johns read more..

19 Sep

Eastern Experience

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How to Take on Challenges

Nkechi Obodozie, a graduate student at ENMU, shares her thoughts on how to overcome difficult times and grow stronger from them."Everyone faces defeat. It may be a stepping-stone or a stumbling block,... read more..

19 Sep

Success Spotlight

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ENMU Graduate Student Wants to Inspire People to Develop a Love for Nature and Biodiversity

"I want to make a difference in the world by educating and inspiring people, especially younger generations, to develop a love for nature and biodiversity," says Thanchira Suriyamongkol, a graduate st read more..

19 Sep

Alumni Success

Desiree Cooper

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Greyhound Grad Promotes Wellness to Students as Youth Market Director for the American Heart Association

Carla Anaya is making a difference as youth market director of the American Heart Association for Southern Arizona, where she provides heart health curriculum, activities and equipment to 180 schools ... read more..

12 Sep

Eastern Experience

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How to be a Great Roommate: Tips from an ENMU Student

Nkechi Obodozie, a graduate student at ENMU, discusses the best ways to share a space with a roommate."Being a good neighbor is an art which makes life richer."- Gladys Taber In a world that encourag... read more..

12 Sep

Success Spotlight

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ENMU Student Hopes to Use Public Relations Skills to Make the World a Better Place

Felix Hernandez dreams of working for a health-related non-profit organization. "I hope to help as many people as I can," he says.Felix Hernandez, a communication major at Eastern New Mexico Universit... read more..

12 Sep

General

Desiree Cooper

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ENMU Enrollment Remains Above 6,000

ENMU has recorded the second highest enrollment in its 84-year history.With a 2018 fall enrollment of 6,015, Eastern New Mexico University in Portales has recorded the second highest enrollment in its... read more..

12 Sep

Alumni Success

Desiree Cooper

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Greyhound Grad Helps Students Pursue STEM Careers

As the STEM outreach coordinator, Jessica Curtis engages and empowers precollege, military and community college students to pursue STEM education and careers.The Hispanic-Serving Institution - Scienc... read more..

Carley Graham, an ENMU student, shares her favorite shows to watch between study sessions.

05 Sep

Eastern Experience

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5 Shows to Watch during a Study Break

Carley Graham, an ENMU student, shares her favorite shows to watch between study sessions.Busy studying? If you need a break from hitting the books, try watching a TV episode or two for a quick way to... read more..

05 Sep

Academic Highlights

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ENMU Professor of Entomology Serves as Delegate at Phi Kappa Phi Biennial Convention

Dr. Kenwyn Cradock represented the ENMU chapter of Phi Kappa Phi as a voting delegate at the organization's national convention.Dr. Kenwyn Cradock, professor of entomology at Eastern New Mexico Univer... read more..

05 Sep

Alumni Success

Desiree Cooper

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Director of Annual Giving Works to Raise Funds for Student Scholarships

Greyhound Grad Kourtney Paiz is focused on increasing the fundraising profits and consistency of giving for the ENMU Foundation. "The students impacted could be the ones that go on and change the worl... read more..

29 Aug

Eastern Experience

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Tips to Make the Most of Labor Day Weekend

Nkechi Obodozie, an ENMU student, shares the best ways to spend Labor Day weekend. Great news: We have a holiday coming up on Sept. 3. It's on a Monday, which is fabulous. Nothing like a long weeke... read more..

29 Aug

Eastern Experience

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How to Handle Morning and Evening Classes

David Aguirre, an ENMU student, shares how to make the most of morning and evening classes.Morning and evening classes can be a struggle. I have never been good at either of these types of courses, bu... read more..

29 Aug

Academic Highlights

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Assistant Professor of Biochemistry Encourages Students to Join Research Lab

"I hope that students interested in biochemistry or molecular biology join my research lab. Together, we can investigate the human health-relevant metabolic pathways for taurine, and maybe discover so read more..

29 Aug

General

Desiree Cooper

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Get to Know FLOE: ENMU's First Lady Discusses Being a Greyhound

Edwina Gower reflects on her first year as the first lady of Eastern New Mexico University.Edwina Gower reflects on her first year as the first lady of Eastern New Mexico University (FLOE), her goals ... read more..

22 Aug

Eastern Experience

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Top 15 Apps for College Students

David Aguirre, an ENMU student, lists essential apps to make the most of your semester.Looking for new apps to make the most of the semester? Here are some apps that have helped me succeed in my class... read more..

Van Ragsdale, right, receiving the Texas Bandmasters Association (TBA) 2018 Meritorious Achievement Award at the TBA conference in July.

22 Aug

Alumni Success

Desiree Cooper

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Greyhound Grad Receives Prestigious Band Director Award

Van Ragsdale was the recipient of the Texas Bandmasters Association 2018 Meritorious Achievement Award.Van Ragsdale, who graduated from Eastern New Mexico University with a Bachelor of Music Education... read more..

22 Aug

General

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Military Outreach Coordinator Helps Military-Affiliated Students Succeed at ENMU

Meet Jacob Bulloch, the new military outreach coordinator for ENMU.Jacob Bulloch recently became the military outreach coordinator for Eastern New Mexico University. Learn more about Jacob: What are... read more..

22 Aug

General

Desiree Cooper

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Explore the Artwork of the ENMU GSSC

See the new artwork featured at the Golden Student Success Center. The Golden Student Success Center (GSSC), a $26 million renovation of the Golden Library, supports classroom instruction by helping ... read more..