The office of International Affairs was created to meet the needs of international students and to share the diverse backgrounds of our campus community. International Affairs helps everyone, both near and far, to connect and grow!
International Affairs Services
- Assistance and support for international and incoming students
- Helps students adapt and adjust to the ENMU environment and living in the United States
- Plan and coordinate activities to make ENMU your home away from home
- Provide a place for you to get help with academic issues or anything you may need. International Affairs is happy to make your experience as easy as possible
- Assist the International Club
International Education Series
The International Education Series is an opportunity to celebrate the benefits of international education and exchange worldwide. This joint initiative of the U.S. Department of State and the U.S. Department of Education is part of our efforts to promote programs that prepare students for a global environment and attract future leaders from abroad to study, learn, and exchange experiences. Events are programmed in the Fall and Spring.
Sashing Graduation Ceremony
The Multicultural Affairs Sashing Graduation Ceremony is a special moment for graduates, their families, and friends. It is a time to celebrate accomplishments and cultural diversity, reflect on the journey, and look forward to the future. Students are sashed personally by the university's Chancellor, with a sash representing their country of origin. The ceremony is planned on the last Friday of April at 6 p.m. A heavy hors d'oeuvres reception is provided prior to the event at 5 p.m. The theme varies every year. Graduates MUST have registered for Commencement and reserved their sash with the Multicultural Affairs Department at least a month prior to the event via email (no exceptions). Emails will be sent yearly with all the details.
Scholarships
Along with our events and other services, ENMU also offers scholarships to international students through the ENMU Foundation. These scholarships include:
Dr. Jack Williamson Outstanding Foreign Student Scholarship
Who is Eligible?
Foreign students on a visa (J-1 or F-1) undergraduate or graduate
Requirements:
- Student on a visa (J-1 or F-1)
- Full-time students with a 2.5 overall GPA for undergraduate students or a 3.0 overall GPA for graduate students
- Involved in cultural awareness activities
- Member of the International Club
- Financial need Application
Deadline: February 15
Renewal Requirements: Not renewable
Laura Zhijian Quan Miller Family Foundation Scholarship for International Students
Who is Eligible?
International undergraduate or graduate students
Requirements:
- Full-time student
- 3.25 overall GPA
- Senior for undergraduate students during effective date of award
- Graduate students must be in second year during effective date of award
- Plan to pursue a career in the United States after graduation
- Preference given to undergraduates majoring in Biology or Computer Science and graduate students majoring in Business Administration, Biology or Chemistry
- Demonstrate academic excellence and leadership
- Financial need
Deadline: February 15
Renewal Requirements: Not renewable
Sae-Hsieh International Endowed Scholarship
Who is Eligible?
International undergraduate or graduate students
Requirements:
- Full-time student
- 3.0 overall GPA
- Undergraduate or graduate student
- Graduate students must have completed nine credit hours at ENMU
- Undergraduate students must have completed 12 credit hours at ENMU
- Actively involved in cultural awareness activities
- Member of the International Student Club
- Financial need
Deadline: February 15
Renewal Requirements: Not renewable
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International Affairs
Multicultural Center (lower level of the CUB)
ENMU Station 38
1500 S Ave K
Portales, NM 88130
Phone: 575.562.4915
Fax: 575.562.4918
Email: [email protected]