Announcements

These Announcements were submitted to the Monday Memo by University Community Members (employees, students and retirees). Announcement submissions must be received by Thursday at noon for publication on the following Monday. To submit your Monday Memo item, use the Submit Announcement from the right sidebar. You may also submit announcements by E-mail to monday.memo@enmu.edu. The Web address for the Monday Memo is http://www.enmu.edu/news/monday_memo.html. Announcements can only be accepted from off–campus groups that are non–profit.

Athletics Captures Support Senate's
Door Decorating Contest

Bill Greenlees, president of the Support Senate, recently presented Norma Stroik of the Athletic Department and her students, Kayne Gutierrez and Dawn Reeves, with the winners pot of $48 for taking top honors in the Support Senate Door Decorating Contest.

When contacted by the Monday Memo about her plans for the windfall, Norma said she was going to take her workstudy students out to lunch. At presstime, they were debating between Juanitos and Cattle Baron – with the deciding factor apparently being what the special is.

The photo was taken by jack-of-all-trades Bonnie Sink.


Winner of AEOP Christmas Stocking Announced – Elisa Chino won the AEOP Christmas Stocking, full of holiday goodies ($50 value). Tickets are $1 and the drawing will take place on Dec. 10. buy a ticket from any AEOP member, and/or see the stocking at the Information Desk in the Administration Building.

The University Computer and Technology Policy Committee (Computer Committee) has recommended the Campus Desktop Computer Renewal Proposal (CDCRP) be adopted with the addendum that the program is reviewed on an annual basis. The Proposal provides a starting point for formalizing the process of allocating desktop computing resources on this campus. It is hoped all interested parties will continue to provide comments to the Computer Committee as they pertain to the CDCRP. The Computer Committee values all comments and hopes the program will evolve as all interested parties articulate their desktop computing needs.

Science Fair – The Science Fair is coming Saturday, March 6, 2004. Eastern New Mexico University is hosting a science fair for sixth through twelfth graders in Portales. The competition is open to every student whether home-schooled or in public or private school. Each science project must be sponsored by an adult mentor, either a parent, a teacher or an adult friend.

Do you know a student who would enjoy recognition for his or her ability to do science research? Students may enter any one of these categories: Behavioral & Social Sciences; Biochemistry (Senior Division Only); Botany; Chemistry; Computer Science; Earth & Space Science; Engineering; Environmental Science; Mathematics; Medicine & Health Science; Microbiology; Physics; Zoology.

Professors in the Science Department at Eastern are willing to help any student with his or her project. For more information and how to enter, phone 505.562.2309, or e-mail science.fair@enmu.edu.

Football Player Named First Team All-American – Eastern New Mexico University junior free safety Ty Touchstone (5’11”, 180 lbs., Lubbock, TX/Monterey HS) has been chosen as a First Team selection on the 2003 CoSIDA Academic All-America College Division Football Team, as selected by members of the College Sports Information Directors of America (CoSIDA). Touchstone was a Second Team CoSIDA Academic All-America selection in 2002.

Portales City League Basketball Tryouts – Portales City League has scheduled tryouts for boys and girls ages 6-12 before March 1. The cost is only $15 with the season starting in January and finishing before spring break. Team shirts are included and everyone plays. We take pride in our sportsmanship and implementing the rules of the game with plenty of good competition. Our coaches are encouraged to teach basketball skills and fair play.
Tryouts and Registration
Girls Junior League ages 9-10: at Valencia at 6:30 p.m., Dec. 19.
Girls Senior League ages 11-12: at Valencia at 7:30 p.m., Dec. 19.
For more information, please call 356.2791.
Boys Junior League ages 9-10: at PJHS at 6:30 p.m., Dec. 19.
Boys Senior League ages 11-12: at PJHS at 7:30 p.m., Dec. 19.
For more information, please call 356.3979.
Girls Peewee League ages 6-8: at Valencia at 6:30 p.m., Jan. 6.
For more information, call 356.2791.
Boys Peewee League ages 6-8: at PJHS at 6:30 p.m., Jan. 6.
For more information, please call 356.3979.

Medical Leave Bank Reminder – This is a reminder that open enrollment for the Medical Leave Bank ends on Dec. 31.  Enrollment forms are available by stopping by the Personnel Office in the Administration Building, Room 207, or calling the office at 2115. 

Filing Cabinet Needed – If you could donate that extra locking file cabinet, please e-mail Tom.Brown@enmu.edu. Cabinet is needed to secure the applications for the new $3,125 CSEMS Scholarship (Computer Science, Engineering and Mathematics Scholarship).

Art Class Project Show – Art classes taught by Yunsun Chung-Shin, assistant professor of art at Eastern New Mexico University, will have a class project show exhibiting finished projects. The show runs through Dec. 19 in the foyer of Golden Library on the ENMU campus in Portales. It's a mandatory show for the classes in order to support students to start building a strong portfolio. "They worked very hard on some of projects and they need lots of encouragement and constructive feedback," says Dr. Chung-Shin. The classes are Art 245: Visual Concepts and Principles [Visual Languages Expressions, CD-ROM Overall Design]; Art 375: Intro to Graphic Design [Brochure Design, Logo Design, Typographic Expressions]; and Art 475: Publication Design [Brochure Design, DVD Design]. The public is invited free of charge. For more information, call Dr. Chung-Shin at 505.562.2729.

Water Conservation Committee – The Water Conservation Committee has been formed to provide guidance to our university as we go forward in an environment of declining water resources. The membership of this ad hoc committee is: Dr. Greg Keller, Biology (chair); Dr. Dann Brown, Agriculture; Mr. Lewis Reeves, Physical Plant; Mr. John Wall, Physical Plant; Ms. Dorotha (Dottie) Lee, Upward Bound; Ms. Doris Anaya, Financial Aid; Mr. Bob Cornelius, Student Body President. You will be learning more about this committee's work in the future. Please call President Gamble me if you have any questions.

ENMU MBA to Be Offered Online – Eastern New Mexico University (ENMU) is announcing plans to offer the Master of Business Administration (MBA) program online. According to Dr. Gerry Huybregts, dean of the ENMU College of Business, offering the ENMU MBA online is a natural progression for the ENMU program. Currently, ENMU offers the MBA through an instructional television system (ITV) that broadcasts classes to Cannon AFB, Clovis, Hobbs, Roswell, and Ruidoso. Additionally, ENMU will deliver MBA classes to Carlsbad using video conferencing starting January 2004. Dr Lee Weyant, ENMU MBA coordinator, said that ENMU will offer Organizational Behavior and International Marketing during the spring semester. Students interested in registering for these classes should complete registration by Jan. 9, 2004. Classes will begin Tuesday, Jan. 20, 2004. For more information about the ENMU MBA Online program, call the ENMU Extended Learning Office at 1.800.537.5376, extension 2352 or Dr. Lee Weyant at 505.562.2352, Lee.weyant@enmu.edu.

Campus Closed on January 2 – The Portales campus will remain closed on Jan. 2, 2004, which is the Friday immediately following the winter break. The current approved holiday schedule for the break allows us to close at 5 p.m. on Tuesday, Dec. 23 and reopen at 8 a.m. on Friday, Jan. 2. During this time, the heating in buildings will be in conservation mode and the override function will be disabled. We are doing this to reduce our energy costs.

Although we are encouraging people to take Friday, Jan. 2 off on vacation leave, it is not mandatory. All staff who wish to work on that day will report to Golden Library where alternate work assignments will be given. Arrangements will be made for individuals who want to take the day off but are within their first 3 months of employment or who do not have one day of vacation leave accrued.

The university will automatically deduct 8 hours of vacation (or the equivalent of one work day for part-time people) from all employees' accrued leave unless they inform their supervisors that they wish to work on Jan. 2. This notification will need to be made by Dec. 10. Please note that if you do not notify your supervisor of your intent to work on January 2nd, the appropriate vacation deduction will be automatically done - no paperwork will be required.

The ENMU-Roswell Campus Will Be Open on Friday, January 2 – Employees who wish to take a vacation day on Jan. 2 are welcome to do so, but all essential offices will need to be staffed so that campus business can be conducted and students and the general public can still be served. Any questions regarding operations on Jan. 2 can be directed to the appropriate dean for your area.

Basketball Season Tickets on Sale – 2003-2004 Basketball Season Tickets are on sale in the Athletic Office. Please call 562.2153 for more information.

Free Hearing Evaluations at ENMU Speech and Hearing Center – Do you think you might have a hearing problem? Ever notice that you have to have people repeat things? The ENMU Speech and Hearing Center conducts diagnostic hearing evaluations for students, faculty, and staff free of charge. Call 562.2156 for information or to schedule an appointment.

Flexible Spending Saves Tax Dollars – ENMU offers Flexible Spending Plans that allow employees to set aside pre-tax dollars to cover out-of- pocket medical expenses and dependent-care expenses. Employees who would like to participate in the Flexible Spending Plans in 2004 must complete the appropriate documents in the Payroll Office by Monday, Dec. 8. Employees who participated during 2003 must re-enroll to participate in 2004. (Information packets and applications are available in the Payroll Office, Admin. 117.)

The payroll staff would like to encourage employees to stop by the Payroll Office with any questions. The Payroll staff is also available for departmental presentations and enrollment assistance for the Flexible Spending Plans. Please call 562.2320 to schedule a departmental visit. Departments located outside of Portales may schedule conference call presentations.

Barry M. Goldwater Scholarship Available – Students interested in applying for the Barry M. Goldwater Scholarship should contact Dr. Regina Aragon at regina.aragon@enmu.edu or 562.2328. The scholarship is awarded based on merit to those who will be college juniors and those who will be college seniors in the 2004-2005 academic year, have outstanding potential, and intend to pursue careers in mathematics, the natural sciences, or engineering.

AA Meetings – The Lamplighter Group of Alcoholics Anonymous announces that two AA meetings are offered near the campus. The meetings are on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 6 p.m. at the Wesley Foundation. These are open meetings, and anyone with a drug or alcohol problem or with concerns for family or friends with drug or alcohol problems are welcomed.

Spring Schedule on the Web – The Spring 2004 schedule has been posted to the ENMU Web page. The link is at https://ad05.enmu.edu:7177/200320.htm.

General Comments

"Thank you so much for writing up such an excellent piece!" – ENMU employee (referring to article about Henry siblings' connection to ENMU)

"Just got around to looking at the MM – lots of good stuff as usual and especially liked the copy cat pic you took of the ENMU-P students face down on the carpet! You're too much!!" – ENMU-Roswell employee

Quote of the Week

"It's never safe to be nostalgic about something until you're absolutely certain there's no chance of its coming back." – Bill Vaughn

Extended Learning Non-Credit Courses – The following is a list of non-credit course offerings. Please call 562.2165 for more information or to register.
QuickBooks Pro – a four weeks class with Gene Smith Tuesdays, January 20-February 10, 6-8 p.m., UCC-107. The fee is $80. Please register by January 15.
Yoga – with Lisa Moyer, Tuesdays/Thursdays, January 20-May 13, 7-7:50 p.m., GA-11. The fee is $80 and can be paid in two installments. Please register by Jan. 15. No classes will be held during spring break.
Cheerleading – three age-grouped classes with Isaac Casas with ages 5-9 years meeting Wednesdays, 5-5:50 p.m., Jan. 21-May 5, Racquet Ball Court #1, Gym 95, GA. Ages 10-13 years meet Wednesdays, 6-6:50 p.m., Jan. 21-May 5, Racquet Ball Court #1, Gym 95, GA. Ages 14+ years meet Saturdays, 10-11:50 a.m., Gym 95, GA. Please wear t-shirts, shorts and athletic shoes. The fee is $70. Please register by Jan. 16. No classes will be held during spring break.
Tumbling – three age-grouped classes with James Villanueva with ages 5-6 years meeting Saturdays, 1-1:50 p.m., Jan. 24-May 8, GA-11. Ages 7-12 years meet Saturdays, 2-2:50 p.m., Jan. 24-May 8, GA-11. Ages 13 years-adult meet Wednesdays, 8-8:50 p.m., Jan. 21-May 5, GA-11. Please wear leotard or tight-fitting shorts/t-shirt with bare feet or tumbling shoes. The fee is $70. Please register by Jan. 16. No classes will be held during spring break.
Tax Accounting for Small Businesses – learn tax-saving strategies for your small business with Gene Smith, Thursdays, 6-8 p.m., Jan. 22 and 29, COB-156. The fee is $40. Please register by Jan. 20.
Fly Rod Building – an eight-week class with Vance Dewbre, Thursdays, 6:30-9 p.m., January 22-March 11, JWLA-109. The fee is $35 with material costs ranging from $100-250 depending upon the quality of selection. Please register by Jan. 20.
Family Photo Calendar – ages 14 years through adult will create a family oriented photo calendar with Creative Memories Consultant Mandi Park providing a packaged kit containing two calendars! Keep one and give the other as a gift or bring a friend Saturday, Jan. 24, 9 a.m.-12 p.m., JWLA-109. The fee is $10 with a kit fee of $20, payable to the instructor. Don't forget your 12 to 24 family photos showcasing seasonal traditions. Please register by Jan. 21.

Meetings

Support Senate
Dec. 18
1:15-3:15 p.m.
UCC 117 (Conference Room)

Developmental Studies Advisory Group
Meets the 1st and 3rd Friday of every month in JWLA 127 from 1-2 p.m.
Dec. 5

Curriculum and General Education Committee
All meetings are on Monday afternoons from 3:30-5 p.m. in the University Computer Center Conference Room
Feb. 9, 2004
Feb. 23, 2004
March 8, 2004
March 29, 2004
April 12, 2004
April 26, 2004

Undergraduate Admissions and Standards Committee
Second Thursday of each month at 3:30 p.m. in COB 163
(student petitions needing action are due by 5 p.m. the first Thursday of each month)

Faculty Senate Meetings
First and third Thursdays of each month
3:30-5 p.m.
COB 113