General News

North Carolina State Provost to Give Colin McMillan Lectureship Address at ENMU on Wednesday, Oct. 22
by Garet Ervin
Communication Services

Dr. James Anderson, vice provost for Undergraduate Studies at North Carolina State University, will speak at Eastern New Mexico University at 7:30 p.m. on Oct. 22 in Buchanan Hall of the Music Building. Dr. Anderson’s address, titled “Institutional Commitment to Academic Excellence and Learning Communities,” is being delivered in connection with his designation as a McMillan Lecturer. The McMillan Lectureship was established by endowment from the late Colin McMillan. Mr. McMillan, of Roswell, was a prominent businessman and statesman, both at state and national levels.

Dr. Anderson, who will become vice president and associate provost for Institutional Diversity at Texas A&M University in February, is well known for his research in learning styles, his leadership in the fields of undergraduate studies, learning communities, preparation for college, and assessment of learning in higher education.

Dr. Anderson, who attained his B.A. at Villanova University, where he also played basketball, and his Ph.D. at Cornell University, has presented workshops at over 200 conferences, universities, colleges, and community colleges on topics such as issues related to student retention, enhancing faculty instructional competency, teaching effectiveness, strategies for facilitating student learning styles, the infusion of diversity throughout the curriculum and the institution, learning communities, academic quality, organizational change and diversity.

Dr. Anderson is a member of the Board of Trustees of Villanova University, has delivered over 90 keynote addresses at major state and national conferences, and has published numerous articles and received numerous national and regional awards and honors.

“Dr. Anderson is a very dynamic speaker and addresses the need for effective leadership and cooperation among different ‘partners’ in the educational community in order to achieve academic excellence,” said ENMU Assessment coordinator Larry Smith. “Several ENMU faculty members attended one of Dr. Anderson’s workshops last winter, and I’m sure they will join me in recommending attendance at the event on October 22.”

(Oct. 22 is also Assessment Day on campus. No classes will be held before 1 p.m.)

Dr. Anderson’s address is open to the public.

ENMU Professor Living Secret Second Life as Author of Science Fiction/Fantasy
Story and photo by Daniel Lucero
Communication Services

It turns out that Eastern New Mexico University has a second author (besides world-renowned Jack Williamson) who also publishes science fiction/fantasy.

The mystery (so to speak) writer is Dr. Christopher Stasheff, associate professor of communications. Dr. Stasheff, who was born in Mount Vernon, N.Y., moved to Ann Arbor, Mich., with his parents when he was eight.

About the same time he began thinking up ideas which would later be published in some of his novels and short stories. His first book, The Warlock in Spite of Himself, was published in 1969. Before that he wrote short stories.

Dr. Stasheff has written about 40 novels and seven short story collections. His best selling novel was Her Majesty’s Wizard. According to Dr. Stasheff, “Ninety-seven percent of that book sold through, which means 97 percent of books sent to stores were sold.”

After attending college in Lincoln, Neb., he moved to Montclair, N.J., and taught; he later moved to New York to become a professional writer. Dr. Stasheff came to ENMU because “he enjoyed the atmosphere of the communication department; I liked the way it was structured.”

Dr. Stasheff’s three favorite books he has written are The Warlock in Spite of Himself, Her Majesty's Wizard and A Company of Stars (Starship Troupers).

"Experiences in my life have influenced most of my work, " says Dr. Stasheff. "A lot of my novels and short stories target politics and religion."

His most recently published book is Mind Out of Time. He is currently working on a book due out by June of 2004, The Warlock’s Last Run. It will be the 25th book in the Warlock series and will tie all the other Warlock books together.

For more information about Eastern's second most famous science fiction/fantasy author, contact Dr. Stasheff at 505.562.2841.

ENMU Offering Social Work Courses: Program Working Toward Accreditation
by Britt Hochhausler
Communication Services

Are you interested in helping people? Would you like to work in a field such as: child protective services, foster care and adoption, mental health, education, health care, law enforcement/corrections, geriatrics, or political practice and social policy?

Eastern New Mexico University is now accepting current Eastern students, transfer or AA degree holding candidates for the bachelor of Social Work (B.S.W.) degree program. High school seniors, freshmen and sophomore level students considering a career in Social Work should talk with Dr. Allen Stata, program director, or Ms. Valerie Pacini, director of field placement, as soon as possible to get the most benefit from the Social Work Program.

Eastern has begun the process of seeking accreditation by the Council on Social Work Education (C.S.W.E.). Accreditation by C.S.W.E. is important because it prepares students to apply for Social Work licensure. According to Dr. Stata, BSW graduates from an accredited Social Work program are eligible for state licensure. In addition, once the BSW program achieves C.S.W.E. accreditation its graduates will be eligible to apply for admission to an MSW program with advanced standing. Advanced standing in an MSW program means that the student can complete a normally two-year MSW program by taking only a one-year post BSW course of study.

The B.S.W. core program is a two-year full-time program, after the completion of sophomore-level credit hours and completion of ENMU's general education requirements. To apply, applicants fill out an application form, write a brief 500-word essay, have a personal interview with Dr. Stata, and submit two letters of recommendation.

ENMU has offered social work courses since fall 2002. This semester Eastern is offering a full set of B.S.W. classes. In the 2004-05 academic year, ENMU's instructional television remote sites will be added to the Social Work program.

Currently, ENMU's Social Work Program has two full-time faculty: Dr. Stata and Ms. Pacini are located in Rooms 173 and 181, respectively, of the College of Business Building.

For more information, contact Dr. Stata at 505.562.2504, or e-mail Allen.Stata@enmu.edu.
(photos by Wendel Sloan)

Homecoming King and Queen Boosted by Support from College Success Program
by Garet Ervin
Communication Services

Brian Stein and Monique Garcia are the 2003 Eastern New Mexico University homecoming king and queen. One thing they both have in common is that they benefited from their involvement with the College Success Program at Eastern.

These 22-year-old seniors were both talked into running by their friends. “I was convinced to run by certain faculty members and friends,” said Brian. Monique was nominated by her sorority sisters of Chi Omega and "loves Eastern so much I decided to do it."

Brian is an agriculture economics major from Roswell and is involved in Future Farmers of America, Associated Student Activities Board, and the College Success Program.

Monique is an elementary education major from Gallup and is involved in the Student Council for Exceptional Children, Rotaract, Chi Omega and the College Success Program. Brian has given graduate school some thought and Monique is definitely going but she’s not sure where.

Monique says that since she became queen, some students assume that she will be arrogant, but she is very humbled about winning. After being involved in the College Success Program for four years, it has been a long trip upward to becoming homecoming queen.

The College Success Program is a federally-funded program, known nationally as the TRIO Student Support Services. The program is designed to increase the college retention and graduation rates of its participants. Participants can be first-generation college students, students with disabilities and students with financial needs. The CSP provides tutoring, mentoring and cultural events, as well as academic, financial aid and career counseling.

“CSP gave us both a lot of networking power; if you need something done they will do it,” said Brian.

“One cultural event we participated in was in Amarillo. We went to a hockey game and a Fia Fia, which is a Samoan Christmas party,” said Monique. “Doc Elder went with us and told us about some of the area's history. When you’re in the College Success Program you can count on the friends you make for life,” added Monique.

When asked if they thought they would win the honors of king and queen, both turned red and replied, “No!” Both said they would have been happy to finish in the top three.
When asked what have they learned or gained from the royalty experience, both agreed that they have gotten to know the student body and different organizations better.

“We’re just your average students that used CSP to get where we are today,” said Brian. “We would like to thank all the students for supporting us through everything,” said Monique.
(photo by Richard Salas)

Department of Music Presenting Fall Choral Concert on Tuesday, October 21
Story and photos by Britt Hochhausler
Communication Services

The Department of Music at Eastern New Mexico University will present the Fall Choral Concert at 7 p.m. on Tuesday, Oct. 21, in Buchanan Hall of the Music Building.

The concert will feature the University Singers and the Chamber Singers, accompanied by Cheryl Pachak-Brooks, instructor of music, on piano; Dr. Tracy Carr, assistant professor of music, on oboe; and Dr. Mark Dal Porto, assistant professor of music, on piano.

The groups will perform a commissioned work by Dr. Dal Porto, as well as works by 18th to 20th century composers.

Dr. David Gerig, professor of music, and Larry Bichsel, a student in the music department, will conduct.

The concert is free to the public.

For more information, contact Dr. Gerig at 505.562.2373.

Student Choreographed Dance Concert Set for October 29 Through November 1
Story and photo by Britt Hochhausler
Communication Services

Salsa, African, modern, hip-hop and jazz dances are very diverse from each other, but for three nights, they will come together at Eastern New Mexico University.

Eastern will present the Student Choreographed Dance Concert at 8 p.m. on Wednesday, Oct. 29 through Saturday, Nov. 1 in the Studio Theatre.

This is an annual event that showcases students’ abilities to choreograph their own pieces. This year’s performance serves as the senior recital for Monica Macias, a graduate of Las Cruces High School.

“I think that this is definitely a good source of entertainment for Portales. It helps support the fine arts in the community and gives culture to the school and to the town,” Monica said.

The Las Cruces native has choreographed seven pieces for the show. Hoss Bischel, a student originally from Lubbock, and Chris Chavez, a graduate of La Cueva High School, each choreographed one piece. According to Monica, there is a wide variety of styles in each of their pieces.

Tickets are $3 and will only be available at the door.

For more information, contact Jill Pribyl, associate professor of dance, at 505.562.2229.

POPS Dinner Concert Set for Saturday, November 1
by Dr. Patrice Caldwell
POPS Publicity Director

Autumn leaves and cooler weather forecast an elegant evening of dining and music at the POPS Dinner Concert on Saturday, Nov. 1, at 7:30 p.m. in the Campus Union Ballroom at Eastern New Mexico University.

Musical selections will include memorable classical favorites and lighter musical fare featuring selections from American movies and the golden age of television. A gourmet meal of roast pork, twice-baked potatoes, green beans, hot rolls, and triple fudge ganche layer cake will be served. A vegetarian option may be requested when tickets are ordered.

Tickets are $25 each and are sold by mail only. Mail ticket orders by Oct. 28 to POPS Dinner Concert, P.O. Box 195, Clovis, NM 88101, with checks payable to University Friends of Music. For more information, contact the Department of Music at 505.562.2377 or Nancye Gressett at 505.762.0619.

Make it a fall to remember at the POPS Dinner Concert.

ENMU Professor Writes Article About Certified Physical Educators
by Daniel Lucero
ENMU Communication Services

Eastern New Mexico University assistant professor of health and physical education Dr. Cheryl Holloway published an article titled “Public Prefers High School Coaches Be Certified Physical Educators” in the Sept. 2003 issue of Strategies Journal, published by the American Alliance for Health, Physical Education, Recreation and Dance.

The article discusses the importance of coaches and physical educators having the certification to teach physical education. According to Dr. Holloway, “Many school staff members who coach are not certified physical education teachers or certified coaches….A certified physical education teacher has significantly more scientific movement preparation than most classroom educators. This, of course, is to the benefit and safety of athletes and students.”

According to the article, nationally the number of physical education credits to graduate high school has been falling in recent years. This is one of the reasons noted for the decrease in public schools hiring certified physical educators. Dr. Holloway commented, “If players are injured due to improper head angle, the coaches (defendants) may have to answer questions on the witness stand…”

Dr. Holloway will also present at a convention, International Society for Exploring Teaching and Learning (ISETL), with her husband, Dr. Jim Holloway, Portales Municipal Schools superintendent. The conference is from Oct. 16-19 in Fort Collins, Colo. The title of their presentation is “Weaning the Learner Off of the Teacher-Centered Teat.”

For more information, contact Dr. Holloway at 505.562.2274.
(photo by Jill Butler)

See Figures for First-Time ENMU Freshmen Originating from New Mexico High Schools
The Institutional Research office has compiled figures on how many first-time freshmen originated from each New Mexico high school over the last five years. To see the figures, click (for page 1) [here] (for page 2) [here] (for page 3) [here].

Family Shares Memories of ENMU Freshman Killed in Rodeo Accident
by Garet Ervin
ENMU Communication Services

"We would like to express our appreciation for the home-like atmosphere that Eastern gave our son." – Rolland Ellsworth Sr.

The family of Rolland Ellsworth Jr. (Rojo), an 18-year-old freshman on the Eastern New Mexico University rodeo team who was killed in a bullriding accident at Sul Ross State University on Thursday, Oct. 2, has asked Eastern to share their memories of him.

Rojo is survived by his father, Rolland Ellsworth, mother, Ella, and younger brothers, Dallas Ryan, 16, Olin Jay, 14, and Nolan Ryan, 12, as well as his aunt, Nettie Lee.

"We know it wasn't an accident, it was the calling of the lord, the heavenly father, calling him back because he takes the best of champs," said his father.

"He was a good brother; he taught me how to play the guitar and answered a lot of my questions," said Olin Jay. "I can't say enough about him," he added.

The Rolland family says that Rojo lived life with no regrets, was always happy, and believed that making plans ruined everything.

"Everything was last minute for him, but it always worked out," said Olin Jay.

Rojo's family says that in high school he was involved in football and track. He was a member of the 2001 state championship six-man football team, and attended the state track meet, competing in the three-mile event. Rojo was also an honors student and a member of the Nazarene Church band.

During the summer he was a wild-land firefighter and a member of the Ramah Village Volunteer Fire Department.

His family says that Rojo was involved in many activities, but bullriding was by far his favorite, and that he had been riding them since before high school. Rojo was also a very accomplished horseman. "At age 11 he received a horsemanship certificate from Pat Parelli," said his father.

Upon arriving at ENMU, Rojo became involved in the Native American Club and was also pledging the Kappa Sigma fraternity.

Mr. Rolland said, "We would like to express our appreciation for the home-like atmosphere that Eastern gave our son. He never said a negative word about his experiences at the school, and considered the rodeo team his closest friends. We say 'thanks' and our prayers are with the students."

Rojo was attending Eastern on a rodeo scholarship. ENMU rodeo coach David Browder said, "You're never really prepared for something like this to happen and when it does, you just get through it the best you can. Of course, it's a very tragic loss to the rodeo team and Eastern. Rojo is going to be missed very much, but his spirit will live with us forever."

Coach Browder said that the Eastern New Mexico University rodeo team has dedicated the 2003/2004 season to the memory of Rolland Ellsworth Jr.
(photo by Jeremiah Portillo)

Special Thank You

A special thank you to Gail Humphreys for arranging "Midnight Madness." (The all-male faculty/staff team defeated players from the women's soccer team, 14-4, in the first three-on-three basketball game, and the football coaches defeated a team that started out as the Silverados, but ended up as former varsity Greyhound basketball players, 4-2, in a physical, defensive struggle in the second five-minute game – before the real teams took the court for midnight scrimmages.)

A special thank you to the ladies (and Dave) of AEOP for the great "Cowboy Boss" chuckwagon lunch.

On behalf of the members of AEOP I would like to say thanks to all of you who helped make the "Cowboy Boss" luncheon a success. To all who attended, to Wendel Sloan for taking pictures, to Ronnie Birdsong for making us part of her Leadership ENMU workshop, to Steve Dixon, Janice Cowen and Dr. Steven Russell for being such "willing" volunteers (I think we have convinced Dr. Russell not to give up his day job), to "Wild Bill" Cathy for outstanding entertainment, to Trevor Ivy and his crew for the excellent chuckwagon, to Ramon Garcia for all his help, to the Housing office staff who worked so hard to make sure we had everything we needed, to Jose Montoya for setting up the sound system and last, but not least, the wonderful CUB crew who helped us clean up and sweep up. – Alma Lyle Bilberry, AEOP President

A special thank you to Chris Beaty and Neil Rutland for organizing the jazz fest and steel band concerts on Thursday and Friday nights, respectively.

If you would like to publicize a special thank you to someone, e-mail information to monday.memo@enmu.edu.

Don't Forget

The Greyhound football game at home this Saturday at 1 p.m. against Texas A&M Commerce. The Lone Star Conference cross country championship set for the same day in Portales.

The Peanut Valley Festival this Saturday from 9 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. and Sunday from noon-5 p.m..

The Fall Choral Concert on Tuesday night.

ENMU Welcome New Employees
Support
Lance Anderson – Physical Plant, Custodian
Angela Ayers – Campus Union, Administrative Secretary
Professional
Dennis Hales – University Computer Center, Lab Supervisor

Employee Briefs

Dr. Mark Isham, associate professor of education foundations, and Dr. Alan W. Garrett, professor of education foundations, made a presentation titled "Curriculum and its Sources: Perceptions of Student Teachers" at the recent annual conference of the American Association for Teaching and Curriculum in Baltimore. Also at that conference, Dr. Isham and Dr. Garrett contributed to the symposium "Retrospective Panel on the Work of O. L. Davis Jr."

Northern Illinois University Press is considering publication of a collection of "last letters" of Union soldiers, compiled by Civil War enthusiast Franklin Crawford. Dr. Donald Elder III, professor of history and chair, has been asked to be a reviewer for its suitability for publication.

Tim McGee, coordinator of Distance Education, will present a pre-conference workshop called “Best Practices for Teaching Online” at the annual conference of WCET (the Western Cooperative for Educational Telecommunications) in San Diego, Nov. 2. Tim is the New Mexico state representative on the steering committee of WCET.

Trio Encantada, featuring Dr. Tracy Carr, oboist; Dr. Jeanie Wozencraft-Ornellas, lyric soprano; and Dr. Mark Dal Porto, pianist and composer, has been invited to perform two visiting artist recitals at The Breakers and Blithewold mansions, Newport and Bristol, Rhode Island, Dec. 27-28. Each of these mansions boasts hundreds of visitors each holiday season and this is the second year the Trio has been invited to perform for the holiday festivals.

Dr. Don Holladay, director of the Wesley Foundation and assistant professor of religion, attended Perkins School of Theology, SMU Executive Board in Dallas on Oct. 14. The Board has responsibility of serving as interpreters for the place of theological education in the church and university, and also to provide personal and financial support for the faculty and staff. Dr. Holladay has been a member of the Executive Board at Perkins for two years.

Jolene Moses (Jones), former ENMU English instructor, has had her poem "Balad of a Silver Dollar" published in Theatre of the Mind, by Noble House Publishers of London.

Candid Camera

Scenes from 2003 Homecoming (photos by Richard Salas, Britt Hochhausler, Wendel Sloan)

(photo by Janice Cowen)

ENMU-Ruidoso Active in Aspenfest Parade (photos by James Pawlak)

Lots of Volunteers Help Out – (above) Pictured is the ENMU-Ruidoso truck decorated for the Aspenfest Parade in Ruidoso and a group of volunteers from the Ruidoso Center. The purple ribbons are for the campus' onoing domestic violence awareness campaign. (below photos, L-R) ENMU-Ruidoso expressed its appreciation to Judi and Roy Morris: Judi for organizing the effort, and Roy as driver and provider of the truck. The youthful and enthusiastic volunteers were: Savannah Waters, Amanda Voges, Charlotte Pawlak, Hayley Voges and James Waters. Directing the distribution of college pens and candy were: Sue Kluthe, Student Affairs; and Charlotte Pawlak; student.

ENMU-Roswell Game Cocks Itching for a Piece of the Greyhounds... (photos by Donna Gutierrez)

But Will They Wear Pads? – The ENMU-Roswell Game Cocks (in red) flag football team claimed the Super Bowl XIII title, 19-6, over the Assassination for the ENMU-Roswell intramural championship.

"Furthermore...!" – ENMU-Roswell Intramurals/Facilities Supervisor Eva Watley has a few "words" with "Hike It & Spike It" executive board member Cla Avery, who officiated the intramural championship game.

Rooster Boosters Unlike Cubs and Red Sox Fans – The Game Cocks' fans, known as The Rooster Boosters, went home happy, with no incidents of interfering with their receivers' efforts to catch balls. Wearing a puddle of red, the rowdy crowd was treated to free sodas, chips and hot dogs during a tailgate party before and after the game. The high-octane combination of sugar and salt had the law keeping a wary eye on the revelers as they caravaned home in a variety of two-wheeled and multiple-cylinder vehicles.

Scenes from Friday Night's Steel Band Concert (photos by Wendel Sloan)

What a Day for a Daydream (photo by Wendel Sloan)

Or Watching ENMU Soccer – The Zia soccer team attracted a nice crowd of sun-worshipers at its Friday afternoon match against Midwestern State University. Although Eastern's first-year program lost to the veteran visitors, the team showed a lot of skill and effort. The Monday Memo does caution fans to bring sunscreen to the matches – or expect to make a trip to the dermatologist for treatment on suspicious spots.

(photo by Wendel Sloan)

Soccer fans come in all ages – and two out of three even watch the game.

Scenes from AEOP's 'Cowboy Boss' Chuckwagon Lunch (photos by Wendel Sloan)

Love at First Sight – Alma Lyle (the well-known tuna-fish-sandwich bargain hunter) says that a good man who is flexible is hard to find. The cowboy said that, as soon as he saw the chuckwagon meal, it was love at first bite.

AEOP ladies (and Dave) know how to throw a mighty fine chuckwagon hoedown.

Blaine Rubs Off on Alva (photo by Wendel Sloan)

It's a Tie – (left) Regent Alva Carter can recognize fashion when he sees it and appears to have adopted regent Blaine Hess' taste in neckwear.

And the Winner Is... (photo by Karen Luces)

The Coral Reefer – Joshua Jowers, a computer science major at ENMU, was awarded third place in oral presentations at the New Mexico Alliance for Minority Participation (NM AMP) 2003 Student Research Conference. His presentation title was "Using Computer Simulation to Investigate the Effects of Territory Characteristics and Swimming Rules on Encounter-Rates for Coral-Reef Fish." This presentation was on the undergraduate research that Joshua is doing with Drs. Marvin Lutnesky and Tom Brown. Pictured are: Michele Buntain, NM AMP Program Manager; Joshua Jowers; Dr. Rudi Shoenmackers, NM AMP Co Director; and Dr. Ricardo Jacquez, NM AMP Director.

The Rich Are Different From You and Me:
They Don't Have to Sweat the Small Stuff – Like Studying
(photos by an envious Richard Salas)

Tissue Cutting (photos by Wendel Sloan)

Grand Re-Opening – Patrice Caldwell did the honors when the renovated upstairs women's bathroom in the Administration Building recently re-opened for business. There are now renovated men's and women's bathrooms on both floors.

Charming Ceremony – Lewis Reeves did the honor for the men's room. The gentleman in the background offered to help Lewis if it would hasten the process.

Putting on a Brave Face, When Patience Is at a Premium – Even though the lines were long, especially for the women, they put on a brave face. The Monday Memo has hired an investigative reporter to look into rumors that one reason their line was so long is because the women's room has a big-screen TV, soda fountain, throw pillows and Lazy Girl recliners – as well as doors on their three stalls.

Aubrey Got Confused – About which bathroom she was in. She had intended on watching the Cowboy game Sunday afternoon with the other ladies, but realized she'd wandered into the wrong side when she noticed that there was only one stall, and could hear the big-screen tailgate party on the other side.

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The Monday Memo is published by the Office of Communication Services Editor Wendel Sloan Monday.memo@enmu.edu 505.562.2253 Staff Writers Britt Hochhausler Daniel Lucero Garet Ervin Staff Photographer Richard Salas ENMU-Roswell Contributing Editor Donna Gutierrez ENMU-Ruidoso Contributing Editor Jim Miller Technical Support Jennifer Poyer