Monthly News Archives | Eastern New Mexico University

25 Apr

Alumni Success

Wendel Sloan

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Greyhound Grad Discusses Love of Acting

"The best part of theatre acting for me is hearing the audience responding to the show. Knowing they are invested in the story is the best feeling for me," says Amy Carter.Amy Carter, who received a b read more..

25 Apr

Success Spotlight

Adam

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ENMU Student Wants to Teach Special Education Music Classes

"I think giving students with disabilities a chance to make and feel music is the most important thing," says Herman Montoya III.Herman Montoya III, a junior at Eastern New Mexico University, is doubl read more..

25 Apr

Success Spotlight

Adam

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ENMU Student Hopes to Make the World a Better Place with Career in Chemistry

David Arellano chose to pursue a degree in chemistry because he has "always understood it. As I continued studying chemistry, none of the concepts seemed to be strange or alien; everything seemed to m... read more..

19 Apr

Eastern Experience

Adam

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4 Ways to Treat Yo Self in College

Carley Graham, an ENMU student, shares how to step away from stress and focus on yourself during college.At this time in the semester, I feel like it is really easy for school, work and other obligati... read more..

19 Apr

Alumni Success

Adam

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Greyhound Grad Works as Event Coordinator for Microsoft

Doreen Chavez uses the skills from her position as director of Hispanic Affairs at ENMU in her new role as event coordinator for Microsoft.Greyhound Grad Doreen Chavez, who was the director of Hispani... read more..

19 Apr

Success Spotlight

Adam

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From Sri Lanka to Portales: Graduate Student Discusses Journey to ENMU

Jayamini Madumali Mudugamuwa Hewage, a graduate chemistry student at Eastern New Mexico University, was born in Kadawatha, Sri Lanka and came to the states to further her education.Jayamini Madumali M... read more..

19 Apr

Success Spotlight

Adam

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Graduate Student Follows Family Tradition of Attending ENMU

Jennifer Baros has had several family members attend ENMU.Jennifer "Jen" Baros is a student pursuing her master's degree in English with a concentration in creative writing at Eastern New Mexico Unive... read more..

19 Apr

Academic Highlights

Adam

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ENMU Professor Discusses Research Projects in Aquatic and Marine Biology

Dr. Jesse Filbrun discusses his research projects in aquatic and marine ecology.Dr. Jesse Filbrun, an assistant professor of aquatic ecology at Eastern New Mexico University, is currently involved in ... read more..

19 Apr

General

Desiree Cooper

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Director of Athletic Communications Reflects on 12 Years at ENMU

Adam Pitterman shares his favorite thing about being a director of athletic communications at ENMU and discusses his upcoming journey to become a mental health counselor.Adam Pitterman started his rol... read more..

A photo of the Administration Building from ENMU Special Collections.

19 Apr

General

Wendel Sloan

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The Golden Years (Part 4)

Learn about ENMU history with this summary of chapter three of "The Golden Years: 1928-1960," by Dr. Floyd Golden."The Golden Years: 1928-1960," authored by Dr. Floyd Golden, the late second president... read more..

11 Apr

Alumni Success

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Greyhound Grad Runs Social Media for Startup Company

"My current position is exposing me to marketing and working with social media promotions," explains Carla Ruiz, who is the social media coordinator for livthecity.Carla Ruiz, who graduated from Easte read more..

11 Apr

Eastern Experience

Adam

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10 Perks of Being a Greyhound

David Aguirre, an ENMU student, shares why it is great to be a Greyhound.Being a Greyhound comes with a lot of benefits, from a free gym membership to discounts at local businesses. Here are some of m... read more..

Top row, L-R: Thomas Fisher, Lindsey Bartlett, Zane Burden, Devin DeVargas, Bottom row, L-R: Juan Espino, Lauren Hutchison, Dalia Melendez, Annabelle Rangel

11 Apr

Academic Highlights

Desiree Cooper

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ENMU Music Students Perform at Southwestern American Choral Directors Association Conference

Mrs. Kayla Paulk, instructor of music, and ENMU students Zane Burton and Dalia Melendez discuss their experiences at the Southwestern American Choral Directors Association Conference.Eight music stude... read more..

11 Apr

Success Spotlight

Adam

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Journalism Major Dreams of Becoming an Editor

"I really enjoy hearing people's stories and getting to share them with others through my writing," says Jessica Daugherty.Jessica Daugherty, a senior majoring in communication with an emphasis in jou read more..

11 Apr

Success Spotlight

Adam

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Agricultural Business Major Has Planned on Attending ENMU since Childhood

"I can remember when I was a third grader just knowing I would someday be a Greyhound," says Zac Newberry, an ENMU student. Zachery "Zac" Newberry, a sophomore studying agricultural business at Eas read more..

11 Apr

General

Wendel Sloan

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Retired ENMU Printing Services Director Teaches Taekwon-Do

Steve Blakely was promoted to 8th Degree black belt by the International Taekwon-Do Federation (ITF) in December 2017 and is only the tenth person in the United States to receive this rank in the ITF.... read more..

05 Apr

Eastern Experience

Adam

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My Eastern Experience: Moving From California to Portales

Alyssa Chapman, a graduate student at ENMU, shares how moving from California to attend Eastern was "one of the best decisions" she has ever made.If you are like me, Portales, New Mexico, is not where... read more..

What would you say to your freshman self? Patricia Duran, a graduate student at ENMU, shares her advice.

04 Apr

Eastern Experience

Adam

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3 Things I'd Tell My Freshman Self

Patricia Duran, a graduate student at ENMU, looks back on her college years and gives her freshman self some advice.1. Don't be afraid to laugh a little bit more and to look like a fool. I came to co... read more..

04 Apr

Alumni Success

Wendel Sloan

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Greyhound Grad Records Songs about 'Land of Enchantment'

"Eastern was an awesome experience," said Doug, who has recorded two CDs focused on New Mexico. "I loved the small class sizes, the fantastic educational environment and the professors and staff were read more..

04 Apr

Success Spotlight

Adam

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Graphic Design Student Gets Design Experience with On-Campus Job

Breanna Smith, a graphic design major, currently works in the Office of Communication Services at Eastern New Mexico University as a student graphic designer.Breanna Smith, a graphic design major, cur... read more..

04 Apr

Academic Highlights

Desiree Cooper

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20 ENMU Students Attend American Academy of Forensic Sciences Annual Scientific Meeting

The faculty advisor and student officers of the ENMU Forensic Science Society discuss the student organization.20 students from Eastern New Mexico University attended the American Academy of Forensic ... read more..

04 Apr

Academic Highlights

Adam

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Study by ENMU Professor: Spear Points Prove Early Inhabitants Liked To Travel

Dr. Heather Smith, assistant professor of anthropology at ENMU, and Dr. Ted Goebel, professor of anthropology at Texas A&M, examined fluted spear points.Careful examination of numerous fluted spea... read more..

28 Mar

Eastern Experience

Adam

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Good Eats in Portales

Carley Graham, an ENMU student, shares her favorite places to eat in Portales.Portales has a great variety of restaurants on and off campus. Grab your friends and go try out the yummy food in town: O... read more..

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..