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ENMU Team Attends Summer Academy in Puerto Rico by Wendel Sloan Communication Services
	Four employees and a student regent from Eastern New Mexico University attended the BEAMS (Building Engagement and Achievement for Minority Students) Summer Academy in Puerto Rico on July 17-21. The Academy was sponsored by The Institute for Higher Education Policy and is an outgrowth of ENMU’s ongoing participation in the Greater Expectations: Inclusive Excellence Initiative. Eastern’s team included Dr. Renée Neely, assistant vice president for Academic Affairs; Dr. Suzanne Balch-Lindsay, interim director of Retention Activities; Barbara James, director of the Campus Union and Auxiliary Operations; Dr. Mary Ayala, dean of the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences; and Diego Espinoza, student regent.
Rooms with a view (photos by Renee Neely and Diego Espinoza)

Ms. James represented Student Affairs, and Mr. Espinoza was chosen for his leadership in minority issues (such as the Latino Leadership Summit he planned and ran successfully on campus). The ENMU team was one of a handful that had representation from Academic and Student Affairs.

“Data shows us that student success, persistence and achievement all improve considerably when students are 'engaged' in the educational process,” said Dr. Ayala. “This factor is even more dramatically true for minority students. "The funding for the BEAMS project allowed us to participate in special administrations and extra data evaluations of our institution’s National Survey of Student Engagement. We were able to compare our results to those of several different groups of institutions, and we had access to ‘data crunchers’ who aided us in interpreting the data and focusing in on areas where we could improve our students’ overall experience of engagement.”

All work and no play...

Dr. Ayala said that The Summer Academy let Eastern work with experts, consultants and peer institutions and to craft a “Plan of Action” specifically tailored to campus needs. One "striking element" that emerged from the data was that while Eastern’s freshmen report their level of engagement on campus is equal to or above national norm, Eastern’s seniors report that they are far less engaged.

“Eastern will benefit from the project if our action plan helps us find ways to engage students more in their educational experience,” said Dr. Ayala. “Part of our plan includes presenting what we’ve learned to different constituencies on campus, seeking input from focus groups, and inviting others to help us achieve the project goals. Student engagement and success involve absolutely everyone on campus.” Dr. Ayala notes that Eastern’s participation in BEAMS makes ENMU part of the third cohort of institutions involved in the project. As such, Eastern will continue to have access to resources, project findings and the expertise of the BEAMS project leaders. Eastern’s team also did a lot of networking and met some "fascinating people," including student representatives, from other institutions, according to Dr. Ayala. Student involvement was a key focus, explained Dr. Ayala. Universities were asked to have a student representative on their teams. Students were involved in all activities and workshops and elaborated on their experiences as students in an open panel discussion.

Renee living on island time

“Diego did a great job representing ENMU on the Student Panel,” said Dr. Ayala. “It was stressed numerous times that students have a different definition of student success and of student engagement then what the faculty and staff believe. The academy was a great setting for students to get a first-hand experience of what educators across the country are doing to make the higher education experience better.” Regarding the Puerto Rico setting, Dr. Ayala said, “It was a lot of work and some of our days were long, but we did get to enjoy a few perks, like early – before 7:30 a.m. breakfast meetings – walks on the beach and an organized hike to the ‘El Yunque’ Rain Forest. Puerto Rico is beautiful and I miss the sound of the coquís (miniature frogs) that sang us to sleep each night!” BEAMS paid all expenses for ENMU's participation.

Diego does Eastern proud

Barbara, Suzanne and Diego	compare conference notes

Hotel accommodations were very Spartan

Waiting for dinner to be caught	Can we go to Portales with you?

Farwell Beautiful Puerto Rico – Until We Meet Again

Employee/Alumni Briefs

Academic Affairs is pleased to announce that Phyllis Seefeld is joining them in the position of manager for the Office of Student Records. Phyllis was the assistant director of Enrollment Services. She replaces Doncella Caywood who has retired after many years of service to Eastern.

Jana Small has moved from the position of cashier in Student Accounts to department/division secretary at the Physical Plant.

Dr. Michael F. Shaughnessy has a chapter in the book "Rage and Hope: Interviews with Peter McLaren on War, Imperialism and Critical Pedagogy" published by Peter Lang. This interview will also be published in The International Journal of Progressive Education in a special issue titled" Understanding Peter McLaren in the Age of Global Capitalism and the New Imperialism" in October 2006.

Gene Smith, assistant professor of accounting, presented on Aug. 27-28 a two-day seminar for the New Mexico Society of CPAs entitled "FASB and APB Review."

Manuel Varela and Guixin He have submitted a manuscript on Eastern's first gene cloning. [details]

Daniel Burkert has been hired as Eastern's volleyball assistant coach. He replaces Wendy Whelan, a native of Canada who spent one year at ENMU and has returned to the Montreal area to go into private business. A native of St. Petersburg, Fla., the 26-year-old Burkert was an assistant volleyball coach for 1 1/2 years at Division II Harding University in Searcy, Ark. He is a graduate of Harding.

Loving Municipal Schools music teacher Mark Anthony Barela was recently notified that he will be included in the 10th edition of "Who's Who Among America's Teachers." Barela has taught in New Mexico since 1997. He earned his master's degree in education and a bachelor's degree in music education from Eastern New Mexico University.

Sandra Taylor-Sawyer of Clovis has been appointed to the Presbyterian Healthcare Services board, according to a Presbyterian Healthcare Services news release. Taylor-Sawyer is director of Clovis Community College - Small Business Development Center, and an instructor at CCC and Wayland Baptist University. She earned undergraduate and graduate degrees from Eastern New Mexico University, and a doctorate from New Mexico State University.

Ms. Cheryl Pachak-Brooks has agreed to serve as the coordinator of the Learning Communities and Freshman Seminar program. She will work closely with Dr. Suzanne Balch-Lindsay to coordinate workshops, information-sharing, and other planning for present and future ENMU learning communities. You may reach Ms. Pachak-Brooks through the advising office at 562.2338. She succeeds Steve Dixon, former director of Learning Communities, who accepted a new position at Iowa Wesleyan College.

General Comments and Compliments

"For anybody who missed it, the premiere episode of the show I'm doing art for, Stan Lee's "Who Wants To Be A Superhero," is available as a free download on iTunes at http://www.apple.com/itunes/videos/. Other episodes air on the SciFi Channel. – ENMU graduate Matt Haley

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"When I get on the roller coaster called 'the fall/spring semester,' I don't have time to scroll through the entire Monday Memo, but I don't want to miss important announcements. I think the Monday Memo has turned into the Monday Magazine. It's interesting if you have the time, but we need a concise summary of what's going on for those busy weeks when there is no time. – ENMU faculty member

Editor's Note: To address this concern, starting with this issue we will attempt to put all the new announcements, or ones with impending deadlines, in one section.

New Announcements/Impending Deadlines

Campus Meetings for Portales Staff (not faculty) Set for Friday and Monday – Annual Back-to-Campus Meetings are scheduled for Friday, Aug. 11, from 9-11:45 a.m. or Monday, Aug. 14, from 1:15-4 p.m. The sessions will begin promptly in Becky Sharp Auditorium in the College of Business with welcoming remarks from Dr. Gamble.

Coffee and coffeecake will be available for the morning session attendees. Beverages and cookies will served halfway through the afternoon session. The agenda will include ENMU's annual review of mission, vision, and key campus practices, updates on policies, campus construction projects, accreditation, and important safety and wellness issues.

Sign up for your session (Monday or Friday) with Candy at 562.4490 or e-mail Candace.Baros@enmu.edu. As usual, there will be make-up sessions for staff who cannot attend either of these meetings. These meetings are for Portales staff only. Faculty will attend meetings on Aug. 22.

New Titles at Educational Software Clearinghouse – The New Mexico Educational Software Clearinghouse at the Center for Teaching Excellence, located in Room 102A of the College of Education, has updated its holdings and announce the following new educational software. [read]

New Four-Year Funding Announced for TRIO Program – The U.S. Department of Education will award $381,000 annually to Eastern New Mexico University and $296,000 annually to ENMU-Roswell over the next four years for TRIO Talent Seach programs that provide academic, career and financial counseling to prepare students for college success.

"We expect the funding in Portales to total more than $1.5 million over the next four years," said Mary Watson, TRIO director for ENMU-Portales. The funding begins Sept. 1.

ENMU Offers Free Football Camp for Kids Aug. 14

ENMU will host a free football camp where kids from kindergarten through eighth grade can meet their favorite Greyhound football players, get autographs and learn football tips from 9 a.m. to noon Monday, Aug. 14 at the ENMU football practice fields. Activities include drills, games, a highlight film and fun with players and coaches.

For more information, contact Jason Shumaker at 562.2881.

Dawg Days Set for August 24-27 – [schedule]

University Auction Set for	9 a.m., Saturday, August 12
	Location: ENMU Campus at the corner of South Ave. O and Hwy 70
No shame in warming bench (photos by David Moon)

Surplus Property Auction

3 BR 1 ½ B House, 1105 West 15th St.; 3 BR House, 1512 S. Ave I; 3 BR House 1024 West 17th; 2 BR House 1016 West 16th; 2 BR House 1516 S. Ave I; 2 BR House 1508 S Ave I

Houses sell at noon sharp from auction lot. Must be moved within 30 days of sale.

Location: ENMU Campus at the corner of South Ave. O and Hwy 70

Examples of other items:
Vehicles, desks, chairs, mattresses, misc. furniture, office equipment, computer parts, printers, office supplies, tables, bicycles, Science Equipment, AV/Media Equipment, 25 Xerox Copiers, 1983 Chevy Blazer 4WD, 1987 GMC Blazer 4 WD, 1999 Ford Crown Victoria, 1991, Buick LeSabre, Dodge and Chevy Vans, 1980 Dodge Pickup w/Tommy Lift, (3) 1994 Chevy Corsicas, 1986 Chevy Astro Van, more vehicles by sale date, many more items too numerous to list.

Items can be inspected starting Wednesday, Aug. 2. More items added each day until sale.

For more information, call David Moon at 562.2606.

Impress her with either	one of these classics

Shag carpet heaven	Get your motor running

Guaranteed to hold at least 30 soft drinks	Tired of feeling like a re-tread?

Chair of the bored	Plastic is free

ENMU-Roswell Undergoing Accreditation Visit – Eastern New Mexico University-Roswell will undergo a comprehensive evaluation visit November 13-15 by a team representing the Commission on Institutions of Higher Education of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools. Eastern New Mexico University-Roswell has been accredited by the Commission since 1971. Its accreditation is at the associate’s degree level. [details]

End of Section/But Still Lots of New Features and Photos Below

Eastern's New Sports Information Director Rarin' to Go
by Dave Wagner
Clovis News-Journal

Adam Pitterman has wasted little time getting acclimated to the position as Eastern New Mexico University’s sports information director.

The native of western New York was hired in early June to replace Robert McKinney, who left after eight years at ENMU to take a similar position at Division III Willamette University in Salem, Ore. “I’m kind of diving right into it,” said Pitterman, 34. “I love it so far. All the coaches have been great.” ENMU athletic director and volleyball coach Mike Maguire said Pitterman brings enthusiasm to his work. “He’s been a lot of places, and everybody we talked to (before hiring him) said they would like to have had him for a longer period,” Maguire said. “Adam’s doing a great job, and my coaches have said that.”

(photo by Wendel Sloan)

Pitterman was the assistant SID last year at Division III State University of New York at Brockport, where he earned an undergraduate degree in December 1998. He worked in an athletic department with 23 varsity sports.

“I think I had to do a little more than a normal assistant sports information director,” he said. “Twenty-three sports, including football, is pretty back-breaking.”

The area isn’t totally new for Pitterman. He has worked in sports information in Texas (UT-Pan American and Texas A&M-Corpus Christi) and Mississippi (Delta State), and he has a brother who lives in El Paso, Texas.

Of working below the Division I level, he said: “You try to do more with less. Most of the time you have smaller budgets. But I’ve worked with a lot of great people, and I’ve learned from them.”

Maguire has been impressed to this point.

“So far, Adam has just come in and focused on work,” he said. “He’s quiet, but he’s all business.”

Kids Can Celebrate Birthdays with Greyhounds, Cheerleaders and Mascots – During the 2006 fall season, kids can celebrate their birthday at Greyhound football games. The package includes getting autographs from Greyhound football players, taking pictures with the Ralph and Roxie mascots and cheerleaders, having their name announced and flashed across the scoreboard during the game, and being treated to soft drinks and popcorn with their friends.

For more information, call Draco Miller at 562.2204 or e-mail draco.miller@enmu.edu.

Lil' Hound Pound Offering T-shirts for First 200 Kids Who Join

The Lil' Hound Pound, Eastern New Mexico University's athletics club for kids 12 and under, will offer free T-shirts and membership cards to the first 200 kids who sign up this fall. Membership is free, and kids receive free admission to all home sporting events when wearing their Lil' Hound Pound T-shirts or presenting their cards at the gate. Kids must be accompanied by a paying adult for free admission. Sign up by calling the Office of the ENMU Campus Bookstore at 562.2721 or the Office of Athletic Events at 562.2236. Members should watch the mail for updates during the season.

Former Football Players Unite in Greyhound Gridiron Club

ENMU invites former football players to join a new Greyhound Gridiron Club. Charter members will receive a gift and a free season pass to all home football games this fall. They will also receive e-mail updates with game stories and previews, as well as quarterly newsletters with information on current and former players, the offense, the defense, special teams, recruiting and more.

Membership is $25. Upcoming activities include the premier 2007 Alumni Weekend, highlighted by an alumni game against the current team. For more information, contact Jason Shumaker at 562.2881 or enmugrid@enmu.edu.

Questions and Answers with Nancy Ferrarie

interview by Wendel Sloan
Communication Services

Editor's Note: Nancy Ferrarie is a Printing Clerk at University Printing Services. She reports that she has read the Monday Memo "possibly one time in the last year." Please do not tell her that she is in this issue.

Q. What do you do at the University and how long have you been here? A. I have been at Eastern for 14 years and am a “Printing Clerk” at Printing Services in the College of Business. Q. What did you do before coming to Eastern? A. I lived in Clovis and worked at the Allsup’s General offices there. Q. How do you feel about your current job, and what are your future plans? A. I really enjoy my job and hope to continue on being employed here until I’m able to retire.

(photo by Colita Hagar)

Q. What extracurricular activities/organizations/hobbies/jobs are you involved in? A. I have four dogs, three of which I’ve done some obedience training with. Although I no longer take the dogs to shows, I enjoy the training experience. In February I began riding lessons with Wendy Toombs of Abrazos Adventure, and in March I purchased a registered quarterhorse which is being trained at the Double K training stables in Clovis. My early mornings are busy walking a dog or two, and my evenings are busy working with the horse. Q. What do you like about Eastern, and what would you like to see changed?

A. I like Eastern in general and especially Printing Services.

I wish we had more parking. Now that the new Communication Building is finished, parking is hard to find during the fall and spring semesters. (Yes, I’ve heard we can park anywhere on the university and be seven minutes from anywhere, but 14 minutes out of my lunch hour walking to and from my car?)

Also, the grounds were beautiful when I first began working here….the flower gardens were meticulously kept and were lovely. Now that we’ve gone to mostly rocks where there once were gardens, the weeds have now taken over.

Q. Where are you from and what was your life like growing up?

A. I am from Piscataway, New Jersey. Yes, it’s a weird name, and nobody has ever heard of it. I grew up in the 50’s and 60’s in suburbia. My mother didn’t work outside of the home, and my dad drove an hour to get to work. My sister and I had fun growing up in a time when kids could play anywhere and our parents didn’t have to worry about some crazy person running off with us. All my aunts, uncles and cousins, and grandparents lived within two miles of each other, and we got together for all the major holidays and for summer picnics.

Q. Tell us about your own family?

A. My sister and dad still live in New Jersey. My dad lives in the house I grew up in, and my sister lives within walking distance of him. My daughter lives with her husband, my granddaughter, and a stepson in Inglis, Florida. Since we live so far apart, I see them only once a year.

Q. What kind of music do you like and what are some of your favorite songs?

A. Country Western music is OK. I particularly like anything George Strait has out there. But, I’m fondest of the old 50’s and 60’s music. Pat Boone, Elvis, The Four Seasons, the Beach Boys, and John Denver, to name a few. I guess my two favorite songs have to be Johns Denver’s “Annie’s Song” and “Perhaps Love.”

Q. What are your favorite foods?

A. A good steak and fried shrimp.

Q. What are your favorite sports?

A. I’m not much into sports, but I do like to watch the Triple Crown of horse racing and the Super bowl football game.

Q. What would be your perfect vacation spot?

A. Already been there and done that. I spent five days at the 55,000 acre Hartley Ranch outside of Roy, NM. Three other guests and I rode horses over varying terrain for five or six hours a day rounding up cattle and participating in the doctoring and branding of the calves. I know that is considered “work” around these parts, but it was the most fun I’ve ever had, and the scenery was gorgeous. The food was really good too.

Q. What is one thing you'd really like to do before you die?

A. I would like to revisit the Grand Canyon, and visit some of our other great National Parks.

Business Affairs Digs Flowerbed

Some Contemplating New Careers – Folks from Business Affairs (with a little help from their friends) have adopted the flowerbed in front of the Administration Building. Some suggested adding a few vegetables to supplement the old take-home, but didn't get the green thumb...uh, light. (photos by Wanda Newberry)

Eastern Student Lands Summer Fellowship with Governor Richardson
by Marc Schoder
Communication Services

A five-minute visit with Gov. Bill Richardson landed Eastern New Mexico University senior Thomas Maguire a summer fellowship and face time with power brokers in Santa Fe.

The political science major followed his dad’s advice to seek out the governor during open hours for constituents in Albuquerque. At the time, Maguire planned to apply for an Albuquerque Tribune internship. Then the governor called him back with a better offer: a full-time fellowship. He worked in the state’s Risk Management Division. “In that position, I was entering data into computers as well as working with COBRA benefits,” said Maguire, who is from Albuquerque. Maguire said he’s gained valuable experience this summer. “The people skills have been the key to the position that I was in.” He toured the state penitentiary in Santa Fe and had a front-row seat with state film industry, including the movie “Buried Alive.”

In addition, he spent face time with the governor in both professional and social settings.

“I was able to have cocktails at the governor’s mansion and have the ability to sit in on cabinet meetings,” he said.

When Maguire graduates from Eastern in December, he hopes to go back to work for Gov. Richardson full time until he’s accepted into law school.

Richardson shared words of wisdom. “He told me that experience is great and all, but persistence is what gets you ahead,” Maguire said.

Read Article in Lubbock Avalanche-Journal About ENMU Homicide Course – [read]

Read Article in Ruidoso News About ENMU-Ruidoso Expansion – [read]

Alumni Shrimp Boil Cooks up Scholarships for Portales Students

A Cajun-style shrimp boil Aug. 19 will serve up mouth-watering food and boost scholarships for Portales High School graduates to attend ENMU.

The Portales chapter of Eastern New Mexico University's Alumni Association is sponsoring the event for a third year. The shrimp boil is from 6:30 to 9 p.m. at the home of Orlando and Melody Ortega, 2011 Boxwood St.

Jumbo shrimp, corn on the cob, sausage, potatoes and mushrooms cooked in a savory seasoning will be served promptly at 7 p.m. Beverages will be served along with a delicious summer dessert.

Tickets are $30 and may be purchased from the Office of Alumni Afffairs. For more information, call Alumni Affairs at 562.2125 or e-mail janice.cowen@enmu.edu.Dawg Days Comedian in Final Round of Last Comic Standing

Comedian Coming to Dawd Days – Comedian Ty Barnett, scheduled to appear at ENMU Dawg Days, is one of five finalists on "Last Comic Standing," which airs Tuesday nights on NBC. Barnett, the winner of a laugh-off in a recent episode, will perform at 8 p.m. on Thursday, Aug. 24 in the Campus Union Ballroom.

Heart Gallery Coming to ENMU this Fall

The Heart Gallery, a photo exhibit of children available for adoption, will be at Eastern's Golden Library from Oct. 21-Nov. 4. Below are examples of kids seeking homes. For more information, call Renee Fitts, foster and adoptive parent recruiter for the New Mexico Children, Youth and Families Department, at 505.624.6071, or e-mail renee.fitts@state.nm.us.

Viola	Michael	Kristal	Olivia
My Name is Viola G. I am: 13 years old My favorite things to do: Play basketball, baseball, go swimming, do art, and watch movies My favorite foods: everything (except onions and peppers) Viola is an outgoing young lady who enjoys sports, music, and art. She especially likes basketball and baseball. Viola is musical and likes to sing. She is also into drama and acting. Viola likes going to school and adult attention. She wants to please others, and she tries hard to do a good job. Viola is an affectionate girl and likes hugs and praise. She wants to be adopted in a family who will accept her for who she is. Viola is legally freed to be adopted, but has expressed that she would like to maintain infrequent contact with her biological family. Viola would like an adoptive family who is involved in family activities. Viola will also need ongoing therapy to help her with her trust issues.	My Name is Michael Q. R. I am: 13 years old I am in: 7th Grade My favorite things to do: Skateboarding and Outdoor activities. My favorite food: Pizza Michael is described as a bright and caring child. He is also described as a good student whose favorite school subject is physical education. Michael presents as a shy individual, however once he gets to know you he opens up. He has many friends and relates well to his peers and older children. Michael enjoys eating pizza and spending much of his day outside. Although he does not have much contact with his three siblings at this time, a relationship may be fostered in the future. Although Michael is somewhat skeptical about adoption, it is hopeful that a patient, structured, nurturing family will offer this delightful young man an opportunity of belonging to a forever family.	My Name is Krista M. I am: 13 years old My favorite things to do: Enjoys singing and dancing. My favorite foods: Pizza and Hamburgers Krista is described as an intelligent, outgoing and energetic child. She has varied interests that include singing, dancing, and playing the piano. Krista continues to work on self-esteem issues and is learning to express her feelings through her poetry. Although Krista has some difficulty relating to others, she likes socializing with others. Krista’s favorite food includes pizza and hamburgers. She would greatly benefit from a structured, patient two-parent family with no children in the home. Krista’s prospective adoptive family will need to participate in an extensive transitional treatment plan prior to placement.	My Name is Olivia P. I am: 8 years old I am in: 2nd grade My favorite things to do: Playing outside, riding my bike, reading, writing, and drawing. My Favorite food: Pizza and hotdogs. Olivia is a very active social 8-year old child. She is quick to please and wants to be friends with everyone. She will be in third grade this coming school year and is part of the special education program. Olivia likes to complete her homework as soon as she gets it. Overall, she does well in small group settings at school. Olivia enjoys being involved in physical activities such as being outdoors and riding her bike. Her hobbies include reading, writing, collecting stickers and drawing. Olivia needs lots of consistency and limit setting as she learns how to control her behavior. She is also becoming more accepting of adult care and control with the assistance of her therapist and foster parents.

Updates from New Mexico Higher Education Department – [read]

Quote of the Week

"Anybody need to borrow these?" – noon-time hoops commissioner offering fingernail clippers to fellow players following a bloody previous day of accidental scratchings

Scientific Name: ENMU Ground Squirrel
Professor Lectures Apt Pupils – Professor S. Quirrel lectures three nervous students between the CUB/COB and JWLA on the finer points of avoiding becoming the main ingredient in squirrel stew. (photos by LaNeva Madden)

Update on Prescription Drug Benefit – [read]

Eastern Getting Out of Home Internet Connection Business – As of Jan. 1, maintenance for the dialup (SLIP) modem server (home Internet connection) will no longer be available. ENMU has provided Internet Service Provider (ISP) service to students, staff, and faculty for 12 years, but due to the discontinuance of hardware maintenance service by the vendor, ENMU has been forced to plan the phase-out of dialup services.
Please call the Helpdesk at 562.4357 or come by UCC 110 for additional information.

Calendar Items Being Accepted – University Relations is accepting calendar items for the online 2006-2007 University calendar. Calendaring your department's events helps everyone to be aware of what's happening around the University, and it helps your department when scheduling dates for new events. Take advantage of the easy, online process by sending all your calendar requests to calendar@enmu.edu. Please direct questions to Betsy Chavez at betsy.chavez@enmu.edu or call 562.2134.

Submit Slogan for 'Hardhat Hound'

(Deadline is August 30)

The Hardhat Committee is looking for a short slogan for Hardhat Hound. The slogan should be something positive about how Hardhat Hound is improving the campus through construction projects. An example would be "Building Our Future." The deadline is Aug. 30. The person submitting the winning entry will receive recognition in the Monday Memo. Please submit your slogan to: hardhat.committee@enmu.edu. (If you have trouble with that e-mail address, send to monday.memo@enmu.edu.)

Slogans Submitted So Far

Building for your future! RRRRuuuuffff work ahead Intelligent Design BUILDING TOMORROW'S LEADERS!! BUILDING TODAY'S YOUTH TO BE TOMORROW'S LEADERS!!! Pounding Out the Future Constructing Sites for Student Success Building for success. • Constructing a better campus. • Enhancing (improving) your campus, one project at a time. • Enhancing your environment. • Forming (building, constructing) your future, piece by piece. • Forming (framing) a foundation for success. • Forming (framing) your foundation. • Laying the foundations for success. • Laying the groundwork for a better tomorrow. • Paving the pathways for success. • Renovation for a better station. • Renovation for education. • Upgrading your university. Creating an excellent learning background Let Hardhat Hound show you around! Building the foundation for learning "Improving the Hound Pound...One Paw at a Time"

Hardhat Committee Report
The following information was presented to the Hardhat Committee by the Physical Plant at the Aug. 1 meeting. Loop schedule: Dates are still tentative for the cooling outages, but we have put them off until late October to early November. Work has begun and they will build as much pipe as they can so the down times can be minimized. Fountain: The masonry work is complete and grounds is working in the area to clean things up.
Sign: The masonry is complete. They still need to pour concrete and that work should begin this week. Grounds will move in as soon as the concrete work is completed. The artwork still needs to be commissioned and installed, but I do not have a date yet for completion. Housing project: There was a tentative date set for Aug. 16 to begin work but that is not confirmed. CUB: Roof work should be completed within a week. The shade on the south side of the building will be coming down soon. Demolition is complete in the dish room, lower bathrooms, and the old coffee shop. Work will not be completed by the start of classes. Plastic will remain until the demolition of the west wall of the old coffee shop. Greyhound Arena: Contractors will begin on the roof of Greyhound Arena as soon as they complete the Campus Union roof. West Campus: Bid date is not set but is in the process. Work will include paving of all parking lots, the loop, and upgrading drainage for the area. Natatorium: We are in the process of acquiring an architect to remodel the Natatorium. When the bid is let there will be a semester when the pool will be shut down. Everything is still tentative.

Tentative Timeline for Other Construction Projects

Aug. 15, meeting area complete in The Alley - Entire CUB project complete by November or December - Completion of the new ENMU sign by August 15 - Bids for the Science Building by mid-September, demolition to start by November - West Campus, paving is in design and will start during the school year - Library roof, start the first of August, completion by December - Student housing project should by occupied by August 2007 - Summer 2007 Lincoln and Chavez will close

Current Location of Ground Zero is Open This Summer – The Ground Zero Coffee Shop downstairs in the Campus Union is open this summer. Hours are Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. They offer all of their usual varieties of coffees, fountain drinks, and snacks as well as breakfast burritos, cinnamon rolls and donuts. Please drop by and help support their efforts to stay open during the summer.

ENMU Checks Valid for Six Months – All ENMU payroll, accounts payable, and student refund checks are valid for six months from the date of issuance. Checks that have not been cashed within six months will be voided.

Tutoring Positions Available for Undergraduate Students – [details]

How Monday Memo Editor Spent His Summer Vacation

Being Disappointed by the Texas Rangers (as usual)

Travel Voucher Available on Intranet – The Travel Voucher is now available on the intranet as a PDF form. You will need to make a copy for your records before submitting the original to the Business Office.

The Requisition is also available on the intranet as a PDF form. A requisition number will automatically be assigned when the form is opened. You will need to keep a copy of the requisition before sending it to the Business Office. If you need to prepare a second requisition, use the back key on the browser to go back to the menu and select Requisition again. When you go back in, the form will have another number. For this reason it is not recommended to "view" the form.

To access the Travel Voucher and Requisition, go into the intranet [http://inside.enmu.edu/] or go to ENMU home page, click on Faculty and Staff]; click on Forms; click on Business Office and then click on either Travel Voucher or Requisition.

The Business Office will have a supply of Travel Vouchers and Requisitions until depleted.

Please contact the Business Office at 562.2611 if you have any questions.

Writing Across the Curriculum Offered This Fall—Join us this fall for an online workshop: ENG 569 Writing Across the Curriculum. Use your tuition waiver and be involved in building a Writing Across the Curriculum (WAC) program at ENMU. The three-hour (S/U) course will explore best practices in the various disciplines. Faculty will have the opportunity to design a writing-centered course in their particular
discipline.

Many of you are committed to supporting students in their efforts to grow as academic writers. You also support the writing process and recognize that writing requires continued practice and is critical to molding academic writers. I encourage you to work with us to enhance the university's mission: Student Success—-that's what it's all about!

Direct questions to Dr. Pat Thatcher (patricia.thatcher@enmu.edu), ENMU Writing Programs Director, 562.2139.

Absence Report Form Available Online—The Report of Absence for Exempt Employees (professional and at-will) form is now available on the intranet under Personnel forms. If you have any questions, contact Personnel Services at 562.2115.

Fall Registration Ongoing at ENMU—Registration for the fall term at ENMU is underway. Courses are offered on campus, online and via instructional TV.

Currently enrolled students can register online at www.enmu.edu. Those not admitted should contact the Admissions Office.

For more information, call 1.800.FOR.ENMU (562.2175 locally) or e-mail enrollment.services@enmu.edu.

Please Help Save Energy—As many of you are aware, the University is experiencing major increases in utility costs. The electric bill through March is approximately $230,000 higher than last year. Please help to conserve electricity by shutting off lights in classrooms, dorm rooms, offices and other areas when not in use. Thank you.

2006-2007 Approved Holidays

Labor Day: Monday, Sept. 4, 2006

Thanksgiving: Thursday and Friday, Nov. 23-24, 2006

Winter Break: Close at 5 p.m., Friday, Dec. 22, 2006

Reopen at 8 a.m., Tuesday, Jan. 2, 2007

Presidents’ Day: Monday, Feb. 19, 2007

Memorial Day: Monday, May 28, 2007

Independence Day: Wednesday, July 4, 2007

List Your Events on the University Calendar—It's never too late to take advantage of the online University Calendar. Make sure your University events are listed online by submitting your additions via e-mail. To ensure your request is processed in a timely manner, please send all calendar requests to calendar@enmu.edu. For any questions or problems regarding this process, please direct correspondence to betsy.chavez@enmu.edu or call 562.2134. Calendar Tip: Use the calendar to check what is happening around the University to help you when you are scheduling your event dates.

How to Reach Campus Police After Hours —To reach the Campus Police Officer on duty after 5 p.m., before 8 a.m. and all day Saturday and Sunday you can call the officer on his cell phone number at 760.2945. If for some reason you are unable to reach the officer on that number, call the Portales Police Department at 356.4404, ext. 0. The dispatcher will then send a Campus Officer to assist you.

Graduate Catalog Available as PDF Document—The 2004-06 Graduate Catalog is available as a pdf document at the following web address: http://www.enmu.edu/academics/courses-catalogs/catalogs/index.shtml.

Undergraduate Catalog Available as PDF Document—The 2005-07 Undergraduate Catalog is available as a pdf document at the following web address: http://www.enmu.edu/academics/courses-catalogs/catalogs/index.shtml.

Distance Education and Outreach

The following is a list of Extended Learning offerings. Please call 562.2165 for more information or to register.

Pilates – Join Joseph Sanders Tuesdays and Thursdays, Sept. 5-Nov. 30, 5:20-6 p.m., UTC-161 this semester. Be sure to bring a mat and wear comfortable exercise attire. No classes will be held Oct. 3, 5, 10, 12, 26, 31 and Nov. 23. The fee is $60. Please register by Aug. 31.

Yoga – Relax and stretch your body with Lisa Moyer Mondays and Wednesdays, Sept. 6-Nov. 29, 7-7:50 p.m., GA-11. Be sure to wear comfortable clothes and bring a blanket or towel and mat. The fee is $65. An optional textbook can be acquired for approximately $10. Please register by Aug. 31.

Introduction to Homeschooling – This workshop, conducted twice for your convenience by Barbara Senn, will introduce the basics of homeschooling Thursday, Sept. 7, 6-9 p.m., ED-118 or Tuesday, Sept. 12, 9 a.m.-noon, GA-7. The fee is only $10 including one or both parents. Please register by Sept 1 or 7, respectively.

Beginning Tennis – Andy Mason welcomes both beginners and intermediate players ages 8 through adult Thursdays, Sept. 7-Dec. 7, 6:30-7:30 p.m., ENMU Tennis Courts next to the College of Business. The fee is $70. Tennis racket and balls and athletic shoes are required. Please register by Sept. 1.

Tumbling – Deborah McGrew offers three skill-related tumbling classes this fall, Fridays, Sept. 8-Dec. 1, GA-11. Beginning Tumbling for ages 5 years and older meets 6-6:50 p.m. for $70; Intermediate Tumbling meets 7-7:50 p.m. for $70; and Advanced Tumbling meets 8-8:50 p.m. for $75. Please register by Sept. 5.

Scuba Diving – This Professional Association of Dive Instructors (PADI) Open Water Scuba class will be held over two weekends, Sept. 8-10 at ENMU and Sept. 23-24 in Santa Rosa at Blue Hole with Mike Hale instructing. Please call Distance Education and Outreach at 562.2165 for information on locations, times, materials and fees. Please register by Sept. 5.

Ballet/Tap/Jazz/Lyrical—Join Taryn Dedeaux for this 14-week program in one or more of seven skill-related classes, Tuesdays and Thursdays, Aug. 29-Dec. 7, GA-11. The fee is $80 with a $5 (one per family) recital fee. Leotard, appropriate shoes and costume required. Call Distance Education and Outreach at 562.2165 for class days and times.

Cheerleading—Krystle King is back this fall with an eight-week dance class for students 5-10 years old Wednesdays, Aug. 30-Oct. 18, 5-5:50 p.m., GA-11. Students should wear T-shirt, shorts and athletic shoes. The fee is $40. Please register by Aug. 25.

Puppy Kindergartent—This class taught by Rhomylly Forbes Wednesdays, Aug. 30-Oct. 4, 6-7 p.m., in Career Technical Education Building is back by popular demand for any breed of dog age 12 weeks or older in need of basic socialization/obedience skills. Please bring your puppy’s vaccine record (but not your puppy) to the first class. Dogs must be contained by training collar and six-foot leather or nylon leash by the second class. Owners are also responsible for their dog’s reward treats. The fee is $35. Please register by Aug. 25.

Hip Hop—Mytrice Williams will offer a 14-week session in hip hop this fall for ages 6 years through adult Thursdays, Aug. 31-Dec. 7, 8-8:50 p.m., GA-11. The fee is $80 with an additional $5 recital fee (one per family). This class will not be ordering costumes but improvising their wardrobe with inexpensive purchases or simple sewing. Please register by Aug. 28. Be sure to wear comfortable clothing and shoes.

Ginger's Safety Tip of the Month

Small changes make a big difference in eliminating ergonomic hazards.

You need to be kind to your eyes. Avoid glare with matte finishes or indirect lighting. Locate commonly used displays (screens, etc.) at or slightly below eye level. Easy does it when typing. Keep your wrists in a neutral position and strike keys lightly. Have a seat, but make sure it's adjusted properly to avoid back pain. Reduce the amount of time spent standing on hard surfaces. Anti-fatigue mats are a good choice.

If you can, reduce the amount of physical effort needed to complete a task or maintain control of equipment. Get a handle on tool safety. Provide tools with cushioned grips and optimize the handle size to accommodate the user and the task. Automate highly repetitive tasks whenever possible. If you can't, provide short breaks, let the worker control the pace, increase the variety of tasks, or provide job rotation.

Use carts to move heavy loads. Pushing is preferable to pulling. Take a look around. Periodic worksite analyses can uncover ergonomic problems before they lead to injuries.

TechTips – Helpful Hints for using ENMU Technology
(courtesy of ITS Computing)

Computing
Word series – Get easy access to documents you use often
Want to keep documents you frequently use handy for future use? Using the Work menu is an easy way to keep your favorite Word files accessible.
To add the Work menu to the menu bar or a toolbar:
1. On the Tools menu, click Customize, and then click the Commands tab.
2. In the Categories box, click Built-in Menus.
3. Click Work in the Commands box and drag it to the menu bar or displayed toolbar.
With the Work menu on your toolbar you can add any Word document to the Work menu.
To add a Work document to the Work menu:
1. To add the current document to the Work menu, on the Work menu, click Add to Work Menu.
2. To open a document on the Work menu, click the document you want to open on the Work menu.
To remove a Work document from the Work menu:
1. Press CTRL+ALT+-(dash). Your cursor will look like a large, bold underscore.
2. On the Work menu, click the document you want to remove.

Outlook series – Your email can alert you when an important message arrives
You can set your system to display a prominent message in the center of the screen or play a unique sound when an important message arrives. Here is how,
1. Go to Tools, Rules and Alerts, New Rule.
2. Be sure “start from a blank rule” is selected.
3. Highlight “Check Messages When They Arrive”
4. And click Next.
5. Now set the conditions that trigger the alarm.
6. You can select “From people” and specify a person’s email address or base your alert on any aspect of the incoming message, such as words in the subject or message body.
7. When you have chosen the conditions, click Next to specify the type of alert action you want.
8. For a pop-up alert choose “Display a Specific Message in the New Item Alert Window” and enter the desired message to pop-up, e.g., “Your Boss has emailed you”.
9. For a sound check “Play a Sound” and specify the sound by clicking the hyperlinked word “sound” in the rule description window.

DAT file version update – To check that your computer is up-to-date with the most current versions of virusscan software, locate the blue and white shield with a red “V” in it by your system clock on the bottom right side of your screen and click on it with the right mouse button. Then choose “About VirusScan Enterprise” in the pull-down box. There are two things to look for; one is the “Virus Definitions” which should be at 4786 and the other is the “Scan Engine” which should be at 4400. If either one is not displaying the above versions, click on the red “V” again with the right mouse button, then choose “Update Now” in the pull-down box. This will open a dialogue box displaying the status of the update process. Once complete, close the dialogue box and rerun the “About VirusScan Enterprise” option as described above. If the version is not at or greater than the one above, please contact the Helpdesk at 562.4357 for assistance.

If you have a tip you would like to share with us please send it to: ENMU.TechTips@enmu.eduMeetings

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)

ENMU-Roswell News

Read the August issue of ENMU-Roswell's The Grapevine – [read]

Off-Campus News

Child Development Expert, Author to Speak in Portales

Renowned educator and award winning author Dr. Michele Borba will give a motivational program for the Portales Municipal Schools from 1 to 2 p.m. on Aug. 11 at the high school auditorium. Dr. Borba, a recognized expert on child development, violence prevention, and character development, appears regularly as a guest expert on TV and radio shows such as "Today," "The View," "Focus on the Nation," "Countdown" and "Talk to the Nation." She is the author of 21 books including "12 Simple Secrets Real Moms Know," "Getting Back to Basics," "Raising Happy Kids," "Nobody Likes Me, Everybody Hates Me," "28 Difficult Behaviors and How to Stop Them" and "Building Moral Intelligence." "Parents Do Make a Difference" was selected by Child Magazine as outstanding parenting book of 1999, and "Esteem Builders" is used by 1.5 million students worldwide. For more information, contact Superintendent Randy Fowler's office at 356-7000.

Overeaters Anonymous Meetings

Overeaters Anonymous meetings are held at 9 a.m. on Saturdays at the Presbyterian campus house on the corner of Avenue K and University. The contact person is Janice at 505.356.9191.

Job Opening at Community Services Center

The Community Services Center is accepting applications for the position of full-time secretary. An application and job description may be picked up at 1100 Community Way in Portales. The Community Services Center is an EOE. The deadline to apply is Monday, Aug. 7, at 5 p.m.

Call for Applications for Young Global Leaders Summit

Eastern New Mexico University students wishing to make a difference in the world are invited to apply for the Young Leaders Summit on the Future of U.S.-Islamic World Relations, scheduled Aug. 19 at the University of Saint Thomas in Houston, Texas. The summit features workshops, speakers, and discussions on how young eople can take positive action to improve U.S.-Muslim relations. Students will hear from top experts and then have the chance to weigh in with their own views on the future of this critical global relationship. The summit, which is underwritten by corporate sponsors, is free for selected students, including tuition and meals.To apply to the conference, visit www.aidemocracy.org/august19.cfm.

A Solution to Publish or Perish

Call for papers, reviewers and Editorial Board members

Every researcher, writer or artist deserves a fair consideration to be published. Scientific Journals International (SJI) provides a one-stop efficient forum for publishing research and creative work from all disciplines. [details]

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