Announcements
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Photos and Video of Martin Luther King Jr. March (photos by Roma Vivas and Video by Wendel Sloan)
Video Alert – Martin Luther King Jr. March in Portales [video]

Student Athletes Excel in the Classroom in Fall Semester
by Adam Pitterman
Sports Information Director

Eastern's student athletes showed in the fall 2007 semester that they could not only excel on the field, but in the classroom as well. Many of the Greyhound and Zia teams found themselves ranked at some point either regionally or nationally, while 206 of the 398 student athletes qualified for the athletic honor roll.

To qualify for the ENMU athletic honor roll, a student athlete must finish with a grade point average of at least 3.0 on a 4.0 scale. While 206 individual athletes qualified, eight teams finished with combined GPA’s over the 3.0 mark.

Teams with a combined 3.0 or better GPA in the fall semester were: baseball, spirit squad, men’s cross country, men’s track and field, softball, volleyball, women’s basketball, women’s soccer and women’s track and field.

Video Alert ENMU Faculty/Staff Women Excel in Intramural Basketball (tally 12 points in first game) [watch video] (Correction: in roster listing at beginning of video, the correct spelling is "Luann" McCorkle)

ENMU Hosting 'Just Down the Road: Imported Art from Roswell' Exhibit                                                                                                                  
The Department of Art is presenting the “Just Down the Road: Imported Art from Roswell” exhibit from 5-7 p.m. through Feb. 6 in the Runnels Gallery in the Golden Library.  The exhibit includes work of 15 artists from the Roswell area, including work by Sue Wink who has public art located around the ENMU campus.

“The show is composed of a wide variety of media ranging from ceramics and painting to animation and video,” says Mollie Oblinger, assistant professor of art.   

Admission is free and open to the public

 For more information, contact Susan Pippin at 562.2778.

ENMU Hosting 'Nickel and Dimed' (photos by Lavonda Franco)

The Department of Theater and Dance is presenting “Nickel and Dimed” by Joan Holden at 7 p.m. on Feb. 7-9 on the Main Stage of the University Theater Center.  The play, directed by ENMU theatre professor Anne Beck, is a story of the investigations of Barbara Ehrenreich on the ability of a person to survive on $7 an hour. The adventures range from a house cleaner to a mall worker to a restaurant server and follows their dramatic struggles through their minimum-paid lives. The play includes LeaAnn Fee from Hobbs as Barbara, Charlotte Quintana from Albuquerque, Diana Brazil from Tatum, Brandon McDaniel from Carlsbad, Marissa Gonzales from Albuquerque, Becca Perko from Albuquerque, Jacob Senn from Portales, Lavonda Franco from Carlsbad and Samantha Carrillo from Lubbock.

 General admission is $8, seniors (55+) $7, Pre-college $6 and ENMU students $5.

 For more information, contact Shirlene Peters at 562.2711.

You May Be the Main Cause of Co-Workers' Stress Photos and story by Roma Vivas Communication Services
Liberate Your Monkeys – (right photo, L-R) Kris Kuhlmann receives some "monkeys" at Tuesday's stress reduction workshop. The monkeys symbolize people's worries and burdens.

Eastern New Mexico faculty and staff took an unusual lunch break on Tuesday to stress together.  It was part of a workshop titled “Lunch and Learn” that addressed the causes of work-related stress and how to fight it.

Stress can be defined as the wear and tear our bodies experience as we adjust to our continually changing environment.  Unlike common belief, stress can actually be positive because it adds anticipation and
excitement to the everyday routine.  An individual’s goal should be not to eliminate stress but to learn how to manage and use it to their advantage.

One of the main causes of stress in the workplace is other people, but, “You can’t control people around you,” said Susan Larsen, director of Counseling and Career Services and workshop director.

One unique concept introduced was the concept of “monkeys,” which, according to Ms. Larsen, is one's worries and burdens.  She recommended that we should not carry other people’s problems or “monkeys.”

“Liberate your monkeys,” a smiling Ms. Larsen said.

According to a handout, relaxation at work is a necessity, not a luxury.  Simple things like avoiding clutter in the work area, accepting things you cannot change, simplifying your life and using soft lighting may help you relax at work.

Employee/Alumni Briefs

Gene Smith, College of Business, had an article titled "CPAs-Close the Loopholes on Continuing Education" published in the December 2007 edition of the Journal of Human Resources and Adult Learning.

A monograph titled Counseling and Disabilities: Needed Counseling Concerns Relative to Educational Psychology and Special Education that was written by Dr. Michael F. Shaughnessy and Dr. Mary Kallus of ENMU, Dan Greathouse of the Portales Schools, Jennella Crouch, Effie Laman, ( former ENMU graduate students)  Marilyn Haight, Susan Walsh Veronikas, of Texas Tech and  Stephanie Raitt and Judy Madewell of the University of New Mexico has been published by Nova Sciences as a separate monograph. The paper had appeared in a previous text, and is now available through Nova Sciences.  

ENMU graduate Matt Barreto was recently interviewed on CNN's Anderson Cooper 360 Degrees following a presidential debate. Read the transcript [here].

Moriarty native Diego Espinoza has joined the Heather Wilson for Senate campaign team. Espinoza grew up in Moriarty and received a bachelors degree in education from Eastern. While a student, he was appointed to the ENMU Board of Regents to fill a vacated Republican position.  He served Congresswoman Heather Wilson in community outreach in 2007 before moving to the Senate campaign late last year. Espinoza will serve as Field Representative for Southern New Mexico, where he will build and organize the grassroots effort for Heather Wilson’s U.S. Senate campaign.

Dr. Michael F. Shaughnessy and Dr. Robin Wells have an article appearing in the next issue of Gifted Education International.

Dr. William Andrew Richard (Dick) Widner, 86, professor emeritus of biology at Baylor University and a 1942 ENMU grad, passed away Jan. 16 in Houston. [details]

Town Hall Meeting for CLAS Faculty This Thursday — There will be a CLAS town hall meeting from 4:15-5:30 p.m. on Thursday, Jan. 31, in JWLA 112 to gather input on the issue of tenure-track faculty teaching their courses online.

The meeting, sponsored by the Faculty Senate with Senate President Kathie Good present, is open to all CLAS teachers. Refreshments will be served.

For more information, contact Dr. Donald Elder III at ext. 2601 or 4077 or e-mail donald.elder@enmu.edu.

Open Call for Dancers – There will be a final open call for dancers for the spring dance show, "Portals to the Soul," on Tuesday, Jan. 29.  The audition will begin at 6 p.m. in the dance studio at the University Theatre Center. 

For more information, contact Tomas at 562.2229 or e-mail tomas.tamayo@enmu.edu.

AEOP Valentine Basket Raffle

Tickets Just $1 – It is time again for the AEOP’s Valentine Basket Raffle.  "This basket is better than any other basket we have ever had," says Wendy Turner. " It has well over $100 in merchandise and a gift certificate for either a full body massage or two half massages!  Who on campus does not need that?"  The tickets are $1.  Buy a ticket and support the AEOP Scholarships. For more information, call Tammi Gardner at ext. 2221. (photo by Wendy Turner)

AEOP Selling Valentine's Gifts – It's that time of year again to start planning for Valentine's Day! What better way than to purchase a gift from AEOP for someone special. Items offered are:

Bag of candy, 2 balloons: $3                                                                                    

Plush, bag of candy, 3 balloons: $6                                                                            

Mylar balloon, bag of candy, 4 balloons, 1 chocolate rose, Plush: $12            

 We will deliver the item for you for an additional fee: $1 for on-campus and $2 for off-campus.

AEOP committee members will be in the lobby of the CUB on Feb. 11-14 from 11 a.m.-1:30 p.m. taking orders and selling ala carte items. You can also purchase a raffle ticket for the Valentine's Basket for $1. The fundraiser supports the AEOP Scholarship Fund.

Cynthia Irwin-Williams Lecture Set for February 7 by Barbara Senn Special Contributor

The Department of Anthropology and Applied Archaeology and Mu Alpha Nu Anthropology Club will host the 9th annual Cynthia Irwin-Williams lecture at 7 p.m. on Thursday, Feb. 7, in Room 112 of the Jack Williamson Liberal Arts Building.  It is free and open to the public. The guest speaker is Dr. Douglas Schwartz, President Emeritus and Senior Scholar at the School for Advanced Research in Santa Fe. He will speak on “Researching at the Edge of Splendor:  Discovering Grand Canyon Prehistory.”

Dr. Schwartz writes about his work: The prehistory of the Grand Canyon was essentially unknown when I was first introduced to it as a young undergraduate in 1949. Over the next twenty years, beginning with my doctoral research there as a graduate student at Yale, I conducted a number of pioneering archaeological surveys throughout the Canyon. Building on this work, in the 1960's I directed a series of excavations, the first major work of its kind in the Grand Canyon area. My work in the Canyon combined back-country exploration, river running, archaeological excavating, ecological research, climatology and ethnographic studies and it uncovered an unexpected and fascinating picture of prehistoric life in this unique environment. For more information, contact Dr. David Batten at 562.2750. Additional Details on Cynthia Irwin-Williams Lecture – [details]

First 20 Faculty/Staff Invited to Free Lunch for Black History Month – African-American Affairs would like to invite the first 20 faculty or staff and 20 students who RSVP to a luncheon during Black History Month. Dr. Harold Bailey, Executive Director of the New Mexico Office of African-American Affairs, will give a presentation on "The Role of the Black Student on Campus."

Date: Feb 4
Location: Pecos Room
Time: 11:30 a.m.-noon (sign and pick up tray in cafeteria)
      12-1 p.m. Presentation

If you are interested call the Office of African-American Affairs at 562-2437 or e-mail enmu.africanamericanaffairs@enmu.edu.

Staff Members Beginning 'Greyhound Amateur Radio Club'
by Erin Griffith
Communication Services

Eastern New Mexico University has started a club that is not only educational and fun, but may also provide public service in times of emergency.  The Greyhound Amateur Radio Club (KE5RUE), which started on Dec. 10, 2007, is still under construction but hoping to become a strong presence on campus and in the community. Jeff Burmeister, the club’s trustee, has been a driving force behind the creation of the club.  He took the initiative to get the Federal

Communications Commission (FCC) license for the club, and is working on becoming part of the American Radio Relay League (ARRL).

“Most universities around the country have amateur radio clubs from general interest and I was surprised to find we didn’t have one when I came here,” said Mr. Burmeister, who has been part of amateur radio since he was 14.

The club currently has eight members, mostly Eastern staff, but they are hoping that more students and members of the community will join. 

Amateur radio uses Ham radios to transmit messages to other Ham radios around the world and even in space. (For more information about Ham radio, go to http://www.hello-radio.org/whatis.html). 

(Photoshop illustration by Erin Griffith)

“Amateur radio is a community, transmitting to one another through short wave.  I personally have talked with people in Germany, Australia and England. Wherever radio waves transmit, it is possible.  You often talk about local weather conditions, economic conditions, but mostly you talk on a technical level,” Mr. Burmeister said.

The club has space in the old KENW building to set up a “Ham Shack,” but is still working on getting it running.  The club is also trying to establish regular meetings on Saturday mornings.

“Once we start having regular meetings we can establish the Ham station. We are accepting equipment donations and have received some donations already.  We hope once people get a taste of the hobby they will get more involved and buy their own gear, but we want to provide an opportunity for everyone to try it,” Mr. Burmeister said.

Along with letting people try out Ham radio, one of the club’s other goals is to assist people in acquiring their amateur radio licenses, and, according to the club website, http://wwwstd.enmu.edu/enmuarc/, the club plans to schedule regular amateur radio license exam sessions at ENMU.

One of the most beneficial parts of the club to the community is the part amateur radio can play in emergencies.  For instance, hurricanes Rita and Katrina ravished the communication systems and amateur radio volunteers supplied most of the communication during the crisis because many of them own equipment.
 
“Amateur radio is a good alternative support system to the local TV station.  It is a good resource to provide communication to the Eastern side of the state about public safely and service information,” Mr. Burmeister said.

Amateur radio has been used during crises in this area as well.  Mr. Burmeister said when the tornado hit Clovis, the state emergency operations center could not get through on the phone lines to find out whether help was needed, so local amateur radio operators were used for communication.

“It is a fun hobby experiment in technology and is also a very valuable public service.  We want to provide an outlet for people to have fun with amateur radio and to use new technology,” Mr. Burmeister said. 

For more information, call Mr. Burmeister or Rick Taylor at 562.2112.

Read minutes from Saturday meeting of Greyhound Amateur Radio Club – [minutes]

Scientists Tour Science Building

Future Home Away from Home – On Wednesday afternoon (L-R) Drs. Manny Varela and Marv Lutnesky of the biology department and Bill Andersen of the physics department toured the under-renovation Science Building with guide and and Hardhat Hound spokesman Steve Collins. A tour was also provided for faculty that morning. More science faculty will tour tthe building this Thursday. (photo by Marc Schoder)

Tennis Option for Wellness Begins March 15 – The tennis option for Wellness will be available on Saturday mornings during the 2nd 8-week session beginning March 15.

Lap Swimming in Natatorium Available for Wellness – [details]

Proper Attire for Winter

Striking a Final Pose – On her last day on the job, Monday Memo fashion model Rebecca Nevins took the time for one final shoot for our "Proper Attire for Winter" issue. Off to join the Rockettes of South Dakota, The fashionista leaves the land where fashion begins in a stunning head-to-toe outfit courtesy of the Portales Family Dollar.  Cute Velcro snow shoes, with adorned leaf, can be upgraded to Moon Boots upon arrival in South Dakota. If hungry, the Burlington Warehouse hat and gloves will keep her ears and hands warm until a deer wanders in front of her scope. According to Rebecca, on one's final day the name badge becomes extremely optional. (Cutline provided by Accounts Payable Humor Services Gals; Photo by Wendel Sloan)

Proper Attire for Work

And a Possible Safety Violation – Polo, Richie and Johnny from the Physical Plant Carpenter Shop are wearing the latest in winter fashion as they install insulation in the Purchasing Building. Their stunning outfits include:Tyvex coats/coveralls, 100 percent latex gloves, 100 percent cotton dust masks, Little League hats and a beekeeper's mask, and racquetball eye protection. (photo by David Moon)

Spring Fine Arts Calendar – [calendar]

ENMU Closed for Presidents' Day on February 18 – ENMU will be closed for Presidents' Day on Monday, Feb. 18.

AEOP Awards Scholarship to Mr. Wickham

All He Had to Do Was Apply – Presenting Larry Wickham (green shirt) with the Spring 2008 AEOP Scholarship and the $100 match for books from the ENMU Bookstore are: (L-R) Bonnie Sink, outgoing AEOP president, Cole Martin, Bookstore director, and Tammi Gardner, AEOP incoming president. (photo by Betsy Chavez)

Education Comprehensive Workshop and Exam Scheduled – ExCollege of Education Comprehensive Examination Workshop will be on Saturday, Feb. 2 from 9:30 a.m. to noon. The Comprehensive Examination  will be on Saturday, March 8 from 8 a.m. to noon, and from 1-5 p.m.

For more information, e-mail romelia.hurtadodevivas@enmu.edu or mark.isham@enmu.edu.

Criminal Justice Association Presenting Deputy District Attorney on February 6 – The Criminal Justice Association presents Donna J. Mowrer, Deputy District Attorney, Ninth Judicial District, Roosevelt County, at Noon on Wednesday, Feb. 6 in the CUB Aztec Room.

Everyone is invited. Bring your lunch.

ENMU Women Host Welcome-Back in SAS Friday
Men Were Also Welcome (photos by Roma Vivas)

Introduction to Tai Ji Quan – Tai Ji Quan (also known as Tai Chi Chuan) is one of the most effective stress relieving methods. In China it is also used extensively for the prevention and treatment of illnesses, and its beneficial effects for health and fitness are now widely recognized in the West. This course is an ideal introductory guide packed with step-by-step instructions for practice at home. Join instructor Jane Liu to learn everything you would want to know about this ancient art.

Students may register for class meetings twice per week for 10 weeks for $80, or students may elect to attend only one class per week for 10 weeks for $50.
When: Mondays and Wednesdays, 12–12:50 p.m. Feb. 4–April 21
Where: Education Building, Room 120.

For more information please contact Distance Education and Outreach at 562.2165.

Video Alert

ENMU Video Spot Running on Cimmaron High School Basketball Scoreboard (must have QuickTime to watch) – [spot]

Bond B in November Election Would Benefit Technology Building – If New Mexico voters approve Bond B in the November General Election, ENMU would receive $9.7 million for renovations to the Technology Building.

Performance Evaluations Due January 31 – General guidelines are available at www.enmu.edu/services/personnel, more details guidelines at http://inside.enmu.edu/page.php?pid=180, and forms are available at http://inside.enmu.edu/forms/index.php .

Any questions may be directed to the office of Human Resources, phone 2115.

CUB Operating Hours Changed –The Campus Union Building will close at 9 p.m. Monday through Friday. Please take this into consideration when scheduling activities in the CUB. The CUB will continue to close at 8 p.m. Saturday and Sunday.

Mandatory Student Teacher Meetings Begin February 4 – [details]

Sigma Xi Seminar Set for January 28 – The Eastern New Mexico University Chapter of Sigma Xi, the International Scientific Research Society, will organize a series of seminars in spring 2008 to inform the general public of the recent developments in math, science, and technology.  The first seminar will be presented by Dr. Zhiming Liu, associate professor of biology, in PUCC 107 from 1-2 p.m., Jan. 28. 

The title of his presentation is "Recent Developments in Amphibian Ovulation Research."  Everyone who is interested in the topic is cordially invited to attend the seminar.  For more information, please contact Dr. Liu at zhiming.liu@enmu.edu and/or check the web site: http://www.sigmaxi.org.

African-American Affairs Luncheon February 4 – African-American Affairs would like to invite the first 20 faculty or staff and 20 students who RSVP, to attend a luncheon on Feb. 4 from 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. in the Pecos Room of the CUB. Dr. Harold Bailey, Executive Director of the New Mexico Office of African-American Affairs will give a presentation on “The Role of the Black Student on Campus.”

If you are interested, call the African-American Affairs at 562.2437 or e-mail enmu.africanamericanaffairs@enmu.edu.

Black History Month Set for February – [calendar]

Win a Prize in the Black History Mointh Quiz – [quiz]

Wellness Contest Winner to Get $500 Gift Certificate – [details]

Chinese Week Set for February 4-7
                       

                                
鼠年吉祥
Chinese New Year of Rat 2008
ENMU Grand Celebration

Monday, February 4,
7:30-9 p.m.    “Lucky Rat Trick-or-treat” to Campus  
                         Resident halls & apartments

Tuesday, February 5,
12-1 p.m. Chinese New Year Activities at CUB, Lobby.
                 *Chinese and Zodiac writing-Shengxiao/souvenirs/poster
                  boards/music/and Green tea tasting

6 p.m.         Traditional New Year celebration and dinner   
                    at Wesley Foundation

Wednesday, February 6,  
Noon-1p.m.      Chinese Social
                   *Meet and greet Chinese students and take pictures with
                    them in their traditional attire at CUB, Lobby.

Thursday, February 7,
6 p.m.         Chinese New Year Banquet at Ballroom, CUB

 For more information, call International Affairs at 562.4915 or e-mail enmu.internationalaffairs@enmu.edu

Chinese New Year Banquet Set for February 7 – Chinese New Year is one of the most important holidays of the traditional Chinese culture. International Affairs and the Chinese students would like to invite the ENMU Community to celebrate with them. The festival traditionally begins on the first day of the first lunar month in the Chinese calendar and ends on the 15th, this day is called the Lantern festival.

The Chinese New Year Banquet will be celebrated on Feb. 7 at 6 p.m. in the Campus Union Ballroom. The cost per person is $15. Reservations must be made no later than Jan. 30. The program will consist of activities (songs, dances, fashion show, and more) prepared and performed by the artistic Chinese student population at Eastern.

For any questions or reservations, come to The Alley, International Affairs or Multicultural Affairs offices, in the Campus Union, call 562.4914 or 562.4915, or e-mail enmu.internationalaffairs@enmu.edu or diana.cordova@enmu.edu.

Signature Authority in Dr. Gamble's Absence – The legislative session began on Jan. 15.  Dr. Gamble expects to be in Santa Fe four days a week during the session.  Signature authority is given to Dr. Bob Vartabedian through Feb. 15, although Dr. Gamble plans to be in the office on Fridays during this time and may be in the office on other days.  He intends to check e-mail daily.

Dr. Vartabedian's office will be able to handle the bulk of signature needs during this legislative session, but please contact the President's Office at ext. 2121 if you have questions. 

Defensive Driving Date Set – In order to drive a University vehicle or an Enterprise vehicle for the university, you must complete a six-hour National Safety Council's Defensive Driving Course (DDC). The classes listed below will be the ONLY classes held this semester so please plan to attend one of these classes if you need to drive for the university.

If you have already had the 6-hour defensive driving course you must recertify every four years. The four-hour DDC course will be held on Tuesday, Jan. 29 at 5:30 p.m.; Wednesday, Feb. 20 at 5:30 p.m.; and Wednesday, March 5 at 8 a.m.

To register for the course please contact the Safety Office at 2796 or the Physical Plant at 2511.

This will be the only times these classes will be offered this semester so please make plans to attend one of these classes if you need to drive a university vehicle.

Hardhat Hound Releases January Construction Schedule – [construction schedule]

TRiO Day Set for February 1 – TRiO Day is set for Feb. 1 from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the CUB Ballroom. Details will be announced soon.

ENMU's TriO programs include: Upward Bound, Talent Search, and Student Support Services / College Success Program

Sign Up for Spring Wellness – You may use your tuition waiver to sign up for Lifelong Wellness even if you are enrolled in another class. (If you have questions related to the tuition waiver, please check with Mary Drabbs.)

To enroll for spring, simply reply to mary.drabbs@enmu.edu and tell me which option you would like.
      1-credit (You need to accumulate 27 half-hour activity sessions.)
      2-credits (You need to accumulate 54 half-hour activity sessions.)

If you would like to participate in an existing physical activity class, please tell Dr. Drabbs the class and meeting days/times, and she'll save a spot for you.

University Printing Giving Away 2008 Calendars to Employees – The University Printing complimentary Employee Calendars are ready for 2008. You can pick one up at the front desk of University Printing Services during regular business hours. Please, take only what you will use so that others can get one.

Mandatory Student Teacher Meetings Begin February 4 – [details]

Shaughnessy Interview with Merlene Olmsted About Smithsonian Food Exhibit – [interview]

Powerpoint Presentation About Upcoming Smithsonian Food Exhibit at ENMU – [watch powerpoint] (after downloading, click to change images)

Updated: Help Needed for Smithsonian Exhibit – A Smithsonian Exhibit "Key Ingredients: America by Food" will occur in the Golden Librrary and Pecos Room Feb. 23 through April 4. To supplement and enrich this event, a wide variety of local programs, activities, lectures, displays are being planned; however, help is needed.

A huge thank you to many who have already been helping and have promised to help with the local programming for this Smithsonian Event.

However, Merlene Olmsted still needs help and am hoping you will rise to the challenge. Where she has the greatest need for help is that of docents (guides) to be available to guide and explain to Exhibit goers what they can expect as they travel through the main Exhibit, “Key Ingredients: America by Food.” She will provide a pamphlet that explains each portion of the Exhibit, and she will also have a one-hour training (for those who wish) on Feb. 19 beginning at 2 p.m.

Organizers are hoping faculty and staff will be able to help in a variety of ways. To see how you can help
[click here].

For more information, contact Dr. Merlene Olmsted at 562.2075

Public School Textbooks Available for Public Review at ENMU – Teachers, parents, and other community members are invited to review and comment on the proposed Education Career Technical, Adult Basic Education and Driver Education textbooks approved for adoption by the State of New Mexico's Department of Education Instructional Material Bureau.

The textbooks are available for examination at the Instructional Resource Center (IRC) located at Eastern New Mexico University's Golden Library. The IRC is located on the second floor of Golden Library and is open on Sunday noon to midnight, Monday-Thursday, 7:30 a.m. to midnight, Friday 7:30 a.m. to 8 p.m., Saturday 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. and by appointment.

New Mexico follows a six-year cycle in approving textbooks for each subject area for use in the public schools.

For more information on the Education Career Technical, Adult Basic Education and Driver Education textbooks or adoption process, call Maria Terrazas at 575.562.2258.

Covenant Medical Group in Lubbock Back in Fold – Covenant Medical Group in Lubbock is once again “In-Network” participants with Blue Cross Blue Shield.  As with any provider, covered employees are encouraged to confirm Blue Cross/Blue Shield participation when scheduling an appointment.

For any questions or concerns, contact the Office of Human Resources at 562.2320.

Information from Sodexho About Having Meals Catered – This is a reminder to the campus community that anytime you have a catering event or have people sign up for a meal, through Sodexho, you need to complete a Catering Request Form. This form requires three signatures: the requestor, department head and the vice president for the area.

The catering request form can be found under Forms on the ENMU Home Page. The form must be turned in to Sodexho prior to the company providing services. This form will also allow the Business Office to process the invoices in a timely manner, without incurring finance charges.

Please contact the Business Office at 562.2611 if you have any questions, or Sodexho at 562.2190 if you would like to find out more information about what they can do for your next event that needs catered.

Strategic Planning 2008-2013 – Planning continues to prepare ENMU’s new five-year strategic plan.  Suggestions have been received from several constituency senates and committees.  To review the progress on the strategic planning process, visit the strategic planning website at http://www.enmu.edu/services/planning/strategic-plans.shtml

If you have suggestions or feedback, please contact Dr. Patrice Caldwell (Patrice.Caldwell@enmu.edu) at 562.2315, or Dr. Chris Beaty (Chris.Beaty@enmu.edu) at 562.2471.  

New Inclement Weather Policy – When ENMU is to be closed due to inclement weather, the announcement of a closing time will be made by 2 p.m. Previously, the announcement was made by 3 p.m.

The complete inclement weather policy can be viewed at http://www.enmu.edu/events/weather

Blog Site for Online Teachers at ENMU – Gillian Andersen has established a blog for people who are interested in online teaching at ENMU (open to teachers at ENMU-Portales, ENMU-Roswell and ENMU-Ruidoso). This is a great way to exchange ideas about online teaching. Simply click on this link http://onlineatenmu.blogspot.com/ and follow these directions:

1. Click “welcome online teachers” (right side of the page)
2. Scroll down and click  on “post a comment”
3. Set up your user name and password (absolutely free)
4. Sign in and post your comment

For more information, call Ms. Andersen at 562.2335.

Active Duty Military and Dependents Get into Athletic Events Free – All active duty military and their dependents accompanying them get into all ENMU athletic events for free by showing their military ID. For more information, call the Athletic Office at 562.2153.

Faculty Recital Postponed – Dr. Tracy Carr's Feb. 3 faculty recital has been postponed until the fall 2008 semester.

2008 Spring Fine Arts Calendar – [calendar]

Meetings

University Council
3:10 p.m.
Monday, Jan. 28
Regents Room

Hardhat Committee
11 a.m.
Tuesday, Feb. 5
Regents Room

Advertising Committee
9 a.m.
Tuesday, Feb. 12
Admin. 108

General Comments, Compliments, Apologies and Reviews

(Apology)

"I apologize to everyone I've offended so far in the first four weeks of 2008." Please be patient; my New Year's resolution hasn't yet taken root.." – Wendel Sloan

(Review)

"I ate at four restaurants in Lubbock this weekend. There is a new deli on 19th St. just past University called McAlister's Deli that is very good. The vegeterian chili is awesome. The only drawback was having to put up with a bunch of cocky, Daddy's-rich Texas Tech kids there for some free food promotion. There is also a new steakhouse on Slide called Lisa West's Double Nickle, mentioned in Texas Monthly, that has great food with an upscale atmosphere. It's a bit pricey, but you can get a New York Strip for two for about $40. I'm not much of a drinker, but for the rest of you, they have an extensive wine list, with bottles running up to $325. The other restaurants were Cotton Patch on Slide, and Orlando's (Italian) on Indiana. At Orlando's, I indugled in a slice of birthday Kentucky Pie with ice cream that was so scrumptious it will require at least five days of basketball to work off." – Wendel Sloan

Please send your reviews to monday.memo@enmu.edu.

In the News

Play written by Portales native performed at ENMU – [the rest of the story]

Referring to government tax rebates to citizens, Eastern New Mexico University finance professor David Hemley said the challenge is making sure that money gets spent. [the rest of the story]

Charles Stanfield was so loyal to this area that he told his children they could attend the college of their choice after the first two years at Eastern New Mexico University. He felt very keenly that people in this area should support their local college. [the rest of the story]

Wendel's Quote of the Week

"I wonder where Earth would be if we all rowed in the same direction?" – wjs

Distance Education and Outreach

For more information about Distance Education and Outreach courses, call 562.2165. Registration begins on Tuesday, Dec. 11 at 9 a.m. [listing of 2008 springl classes]

Student News

Jobs on campus are available — All campus offices and departments needing student workers will be in attendance Wednesday, Jan. 23, from 11:00 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. in the CUB Zia Room to interview interested student workers.  Financial Aid representatives will be on hand to help with work-study information and verify eligibility.

Jobs off campus are available — Local businesses will be on hand Wednesday, Feb. 6, from 11 a.m.-1:30 p.m. in the CUB Zia Room to take applications and interview candidates for employment

For those undergraduate students who will be working ON CAMPUS, mandatory (one time only) Partners Training will be offered: Tuesday, Feb. 5 from 6:30–8:30 p.m., Wednesday, Feb. 6 from 1:30– 3:30 p.m., Thursday, Feb. 7 from 9:00–11:00 a.m. and Friday, Feb. 8 from 10:00 a.m –12:00 p.m.

Finalcial Aid adn ENMU Foundation Workshop set fro Jan. 23 – Multicultural Affairs is sponsoring a financial aid workshop for students Wednesday, Jan. 23 at 5:00 p.m., in the Sandia Room located at the CUB. If you have any questions contact Multicultural Affairs are 562-4914

The Chase and the Silverpack are looking for students to get involved – The Chase comes out every Tuesday, if you would like to get involved with the student paper, please drop by room 113 in the Comm Building or e-mail Chase@enmu.edu. The Silverpack is continuing its search for someone to design the cover for the 2007-2008 edition. First prize is $150 with a $100 going towards the second place recipient. All graphics should cover the front and back and should be submitted in jpeg format to silverpack@enmu.edu.

Also if your group or organization wants to be recognized by the Silverpack in the 2007-2008 edition, please feel free to contact John Vestal (Editor-In-Chief) to make arrangements to have you group or organizational photo taken. Call the Silverpack at 562.2756.

Watch Powerpoint Presentation about financial aid workshop at ENMU on Jan. 23 – [watch powerpoint]

If you have not already registered for spring classes, remember that you must consult your advisor prior to registering.  Your advisor will then be able to release the advising hold allowing you to register.  If your
advisor is not yet available on campus, please feel free to contact the department chair or the college dean for your major.

If you are unsure who your academic advisor is, you can check your student record online.  In the secure area of the ENMU website, log in and click on "Student Records", then click on "View Student Information".  Your degree information and advisor are listed there.

ENMU-Roswell and ENMU-Ruidoso News

Thanks to the continued generosity of the Gene Burdine Scholarship Foundation, students enrolled in the hospitality and tourism program at ENMU-Ruidoso now have a perpetual scholarship fund available to help offset their education. [details]

ENMU-ROSWELL RELEASES 2008 SPEAKER’S BUREAU LIST – Eastern New Mexico University-Roswell has released its newly updated 2008 Speaker’s Bureau List. The list is a compilation of ENMU-Roswell personnel who are available to speak on a variety of topics. Local businesses, organizations, and media representatives who require a guest speaker or expertise in a particular subject area are encouraged to contact the College Development Office at ENMU-Roswell, at 624-7403 or 624-7404, for a copy of the list or to make arrangements for a speaker.
The current Speaker's Bureau List is attached. The 2008 ENMU-Roswell Speaker’s Bureau List can also be accessed on the ENMU-Roswell website at: www.roswell.enmu.edu. The list can be found under Campus Information or under News and Events/College Development Office.

ENMU-Roswell to hold autions for Godspell – [read more]

ENMU-Roswell and New Mexico Military Institute will sponser a new Community Jazz Band – [read more]

Off-Campus News

Austin Available for Adoption
Contact: Renee V. FittsFoster and Adoptive Parent Recruiter NM Children, Youth and Families Department #4 Grand Avenue Plaza Roswell, NM  88201 505.624.6071 renee.fitts@state.nm.us	Austin is a 14-year-old boy who wants to be part of a large family.  Austin likes family outings and gatherings.  He gets along with other children and does not mind sharing a bedroom.  Austin is a very considerate and giving child.  He likes to keep his room clean and organized.  Austin likes animals and especially likes attending equine therapy.  He would like to continue riding and working with horses.  Austin has three sisters and one brother that he would like to maintain contact. His siblings are all placed in separate homes; however, they have telephone contact and occasional in person contact with each other.  Austin wants to be adopted by a family who enjoys doing fun things together and just being together.  DY
	©AN ACT OF LOVE©     Foster or Adopt a New Mexico Child

CANNON AIR FORCE BASE OPENS ITS DOORS FOR “FRIENDS OF CANNON”

The 27th Special Operations Mission is here. Colonel Timothy Leahy is a dynamic leader who has created the “Friends of Cannon” program. The first Friday of every month, beginning Feb. 1, will be an open social event at the Landing on Cannon Air Force Base from 5-8 p.m.. The surrounding communities are invited along with military personnel to bring their families to enjoy the tasty food at a great price and relaxed atmosphere that the evening will provide. During the evening, Colonel Leahy and his staff will take the opportunity to relay updated information as well as answer questions. In addition, the community will be able to announce events and business activity to the rest of the attendees.

To participate in the “Friends of Cannon” program, community members must fill out a form which can be found at the Cannon Visitor Center or the Portales City Hall. Once the form is submitted, a background check is conducted to comply with current security requirements. If all is well, then the individual’s name will be added to a permanent list. Forms are to be per individual including children. For more information, please call Nicole Wilkening at 575.356.6662 ext. 24.

Goodwill Industries of New Mexico is proud to announce the partnership of Toastmaster's International Public Speaking Club and Goodwill Work Force Development.  Toastmaster's International will conduct meetings in the Goodwill Conference Room on Tuesday nights at 7 p.m.  If you would like more information about increasing your skills and employment opportunities in the community through Goodwill Work Force Development or Toastmasters Public Speaking Club, call Leticia at 575.762.7277.

New Mexico Higher Education Department Update – [details]

Community Services Center Senior Meal Site " Valentine Sweetheart Dance" – All proceeds will benefit the Community Services Center’s Senior Meal Site [details]

La Escalera Art Guild will hold its January meeting on Monday, Jan. 21, at 6:30 p.m. at the RCEC Building at 121 North Main. Artist Jean Green will give a painting demonstration of oil on acrylic. Anyone with an interest in joining the Guild is encouraged to attend. For more information, please e-mail laescaleraartguild@gmail.com.

The 2008 New Mexico Legislature recognizes the Portles Daughters of the Confederacy chapterfor being creators of the salute to the state flag – [read more]

Help the Hartley House with their Silent Auction!

The Hartley House Extravaganza is scheduled for Feb. 23 starting at 6:30 p.m. at the Clovis Civic Center.  Each year, the Hartley House has two fund-raisers.  The summer fund-raiser is more for community awareness than it is to raise money, but the Extravaganza is what sustains the Domestic Violence Shelter with funds for items that build up during the year.  The Shelter has been very busy this year and at one time during the fall season, the shelter had several women with a total of 22 children!

The Silent Auction is the biggest part of the Extravaganza event.  Organizers are looking for new items - art pieces, new quilts, or gift certificates to area business - anything fun that would interest anyone to start a bidding war.  Organizers do at least 5-6 items in a live auction.  Last year, Hamilton Ford donated a cute, used convertible that really brought in some competitive high bids.  They’ve also auctioned off trips.  The live auction is where quilts that local women have made and donated are auctioned off

If you have items you’d like to donate for the silent auction or live auction, please contact board member Terri Marney at tmarney@phs.org.

The CITY OF PORTALES is now accepting applications for the following positions:

FULL-TIME

PATROL OFFICER

UTILITIES SUPERINTENDENT

PART-TIME, TEMPORARY / SEASONAL

YOUTH SPORTS COORDINATOR FOR BASKETBALL

BASKETBALL SPORTS REFEREE

BASKETBALL SCOREKEEPER, TIMEKEEPER

City is an EOE.  Application/Job Descriptions available at City Hall, 100 West First Street, Portales, NM  88130 or at www.portalesnm.org or call 505-356-6662 ext. 22.  

Recurring Information Resources

Updated 2007 ENMU Speakers/Experts Guide – ENMU has compiled a 2007 ENMU Speakers/Experts Guide. View the guide [here].

If you would also like to be included, send your name, title, office phone number, e-mail address, and topics of expertise to: monday.memo@enmu.edu.

The guide can also be accessed by going to the About ENMU menu on ENMU's front page and clicking Experts and Speakers.

Lifelong Wellness Activity Calendar Here – [calendar]

Join ENMU's MySpace Page – You are welcome to join ENMU's MySpace page at http://www.myspace.com/easternnewmexico. You will also find a Blog there in which you can share thoughts, suggestions or questions about ENMU. For for information, e-mail wendel.sloan@enmu.edu.

Open Staff Positions —The Office of Human Resources has job listings at http://www.enmu.edu/services/hr/.

Holidays for 2007-2008 as Approved by Board of Regents– [read]

Fall Break Approved for Fall 2008 – [details]

2007 ENMU Speakers/Experts Guide – ENMU has compiled a 2007 ENMU Speakers/Experts Guide. View the guide [here].

If you would also like to be included, send your name, title, office phone number, e-mail address, and topics of expertise to: monday.memo@enmu.edu.

The guide can also be accessed by going to the About ENMU menu on ENMU's front page and clicking Experts and Speakers.

How to Reach Campus Police After Hours —For your safety and security on campus, please note the following contact numbers for University Police: University Police can be contacted from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, at 562.2392. Dial 311 anytime from campus phones for non-emergencies, or use cell phone number 760.2945.

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