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Coming in Next Week's Issue: winner of mystery photo contest, features on retiree Pat Dodd, photos from President's Picnic, photos from High Plains Film Festival, photos and "edited" video from Student Affairs party, photos from Late Night Breakfast, photos and video from graduation, video from Hispanic Affairs Banquet, photos of Wellness Tennis Tournament winners. ****************************************************************************************************************************** Announcements ******************************************************************************************************************************* Eastern Hosting 114th Commencement on Saturday, May 10 Eastern will host its 114th Commencement Convocation on Saturday, May 10, at 10 a.m. in Greyhound Arena. The commencement speaker will be Dr. Judy Armstrong, president of ENMU-Roswell. Dr. Armstrong has announced her impending retirement. “Dr. Armstrong has done a remarkable job,” said Dr. Steven Gamble, ENMU president. “She took over a campus that was already good and made it even better. She has kept ENMU-Roswell on the cutting edge of vocational and academic programs that serve the community, state and nation. Dr. Armstrong has set an incredibly high standard for her successor.” At 6 p.m. on Thursday, May 8, in Buchanan Hall in the Music Building, 19 nursing graduates will be honored in a pinning ceremony. All events are free and open to the public. For more information about graduation activities, call 575562.2175. Chinese Student Ready for ENMU Commencement – [from Portales News-Tribune] Nurses' Pinning Set for May 8 – The public is invited to the nurses' pinning at 6 p.m. on Thursday, May 8, in Buchanan Hall in the Music Building. Nineteen nurses are set to be honored for earning Bachelor of Science in Nursing degrees. Refreshments will be served after the ceremony. Academic Honors Convocation Set for May 9 – The Spring 2008 Academic Honors Convocation will be held Friday, May 9 for those students receiving graduation honors. The program will begin at 1:30 p.m. in the University Theatre Center. Commencement Reception Set for May 9 – The commencement reception for ENMU graduates of spring 2008 will be Friday, May 9, from 2:30-3:30 p.m. in the Ballroom of the Campus Union Building. Families, friends, faculty and staff are invited. The reception is sponsored by the ENMU Alumni Association. Hispanic Affairs Banquet Set for May 8 – Hispanic Affairs is celebrating their Hispanic Students’ Honor Banquet. The theme is “Noche de Talento Hispano” (Night of Hispanic Talent). Graduates will be honored with a sash and the entertainment for the night will be our own Hispanic students performing and competing for two $300 scholarships. The audience will vote on who deserves to win based on the students’ performance and talent. ENMU-Roswell and ENMU-Ruidoso Provosts to Become Presidents The ENMU Board of Regents has approved a title change in branch campus administration leadership. Dr. Judy Armstrong, ENMU-Roswell, and Dr. Michael Elrod, ENMU-Ruidoso, had their titles changed from “Provost” to “President.” "Our provosts are providing exceptional leadership, and the title change better reflects the true nature of their positions," said Dr. Steven Gamble, ENMU president. "They truly function as presidents of their campuses. Dr. Gamble will also retain the title of President. He says the “Provost” title is not well understood by those outside of the academic community. Both presidents will still report to Dr. Gamble, the president of the ENMU system in Portales, Roswell and Ruidoso. Late Night Breakfast for Students is Tonight – Students are invited to kick-off finals week with the traditional Late Night Breakfast tonight (Monday, May 5) from 10-11:30 p.m. in the Campus Unioin Dining Hall. Students are welcome to enjoy free pancakes, bacon, eggs and sausage served by ENMU employees. Employee/Alumni Briefs Kathleen Donalson has been awarded the 2008 Texas Tech. University College of Education's Outstanding Doctoral Student of the Year Award. Ms. Donalson is a doctoral student at Texas Tech. in curriculum and instruction with an emphasis in language and literacy. Ms. Donalson was also awarded the Distinguish Presentation Award for her presentations at the AERA (American Educational Research Association) held in Chicago and the NMAEYC (New Mexico Association for Education of Young Children) held in Albuquerque. Minh Tran, webmaster, received a $1,000 Kappa Sigma Fraternity Endowment Fund Scholarship from Texas A&M University-Commerce this weekend. The unrestricted cash scholarship was awarded for leadership, academic achievement and organization involvement. Dr. Alex Garman's first book, The Cult of the Matronae in the Rhineland: An Historical Evaluation of the Archaeological Evidence, has been published by the academic publisher Edwin Mellen. Scott Smart, vice president for Business Affairs, will speak to the Accounting Club at 4:15 p.m. on Tuesday, May 6, in COB 113. Refreshments will be served. Dr. Stephen Durand and recent graduate Bradley Beacham were quoted in the London Times about the historical domestication of turkeys. [details] ENMU Music professors Dr. John Olsen, piano, Dr. Tamara Raatz, clarinet, Dr. Lindsay Beasley, flute, and Dr. Tracy Carr, oboe, presented a chamber music recital on Tuesday, April 29, in Buchanan Hall. Their program included the works of Muczynski, Gould, Schocker, Arnold, Holst, and Saint Saens. [see photo] Dr. Michael F. Shaughnessy and Dr. Roland Persson of Norway have a chapter included in the International Handbook of Giftedness to be published by Springer Science. Michael F. Shaughnessy recently served as Guest Editor of Gifted Education International- Vol 24, No 1. ENMU graduate John Lee Zumbrun has been hired as head girls' basketball coach at Carlsbad. [details] Hardhat Hound Reports May Constructon Schedule – April construction schedule from Hardhat Hound spokesperson Steve Collins. [schedule] Want to Throw a Pie in Someone's Face? – Kappa Kappa Psi and The National Band Association are presenting "Pie-in-the-Face" 2008. The funds collected will be going toward the new music building as well as new equipment and will also be used to bring in guest speakers and performers. This year’s contestants include: Faculty: Dr. Roberto Mancusi, Mr. Dustin Seifert, Dr. Lindsay Beasley, Dr. Michael Ellzey, Dr. Mark Dal Porto, Mrs. Cheryl Pachak-Brooks and Dr. Jason Paulk. Band Students: Kimberly Clements, Spencer O'Keefe, Adam Penland and Matt Tolentino Choir Students: Janice Pacheco, Emily Giommona, Kevin Simmons and Derek Gilmore There will be one winner from each category. You decide who the winner will be. Stop by the music office and drop your spare change in the box of your favorite contestant. The winners will receive their pies on Monday, May 5, at noon. Come out and enjoy the fun. If watching isn't enough fun, you can also enter the contest to administer the pie to the winning faculty member. Entries are just one dollar, with no limit on how many times you can enter. ENMU Sudents Tour Intel Plant – The following students attended a recent presentation and tour of the Intel plant in Rio Rancho. The purpose of the trip was to showcase ENMU students and to introduce the students to the largest private employer in New Mexico. Attending were: Joseph Hostler, Bei Xu (Bennie), Mark Van Nieuwkoop, Martha Lamb, Jeremy Swift, Shay Daugherty, Jared Moreno, Twilla Keeling, Jon Frashier and Robert Beaudry. [see photo] Hotel Operations Class Visits Inn of the Mountain Gods – The Hotel Operations Class visited the Inn of the Mountain Gods Resort in April. Hotel professionals (banquet manager, advertising manager, public relations manager, rooms manager) gave presentations and property tours to the students. The instructor, Ira Kaye Frashier, arranged the trip and accompanied the students. [see photo] Open Forums About Performance Pay Set for May 5 and May 8 – The Support and Professional Senates have been working together to address concerns regarding the issues surrounding performance pay and evaluations. Open forums to address concerns and ensure that you understand how the procedural change will affect you are set from 2-3 p.m. on Monday, May 5, in COB 117, and from 9-10 a.m. on Tuesday, May 8, in COB 104. President Gamble and your senators will be available to answers questions.
Watch Powerpoint Presentations About Travel and Puchasing Card Policies – Employees Asked to Fill Out Economic Survey – ENMU is conducting a study on the economic impact that ENMU has on the
surrounding communities of Portales/Roosevelt County and Clovis/Curry
County. Please complete the survey found at It will be of great assistance in helping the University to determine the economic impact that ENMU employees have on Portales/Roosevelt County and Clovis/Curry County. For more information, contact Dr. David Hemley, professor of finance, at 562.2172. Input Sought on Academic Affairs VP Candidates – As the campus visits of the three candidates for the Vice President for Academic Affairs position has concluded, the search committee encourages those who met the candidates to share their views with the committee. Comments must be submitted no later than 5 p.m. on Monday, May 5, for consideration by the committee. The search website, www.enmu.edu/vpaasearch, includes a form for input (click the "Feedback Form" link on the right of the main page), or those wishing to provide input may contact any member of the search committee directly. Names and contact information for committee members are also posted on the search website. Thank you for your participation in this important search. AGENDA CALL TO ORDER ROUTINE MATTERS
BUSINESS MATTERS
EXECUTIVE SESSION
ADJOURNMENT Faculty Emeritus Luncheon Set for Monday, May 12 – The ENMU Foundation will host the annual Faculty Emeritus Luncheon on Monday, May 12, at noon in the Zia Room in the Campus Union Building. The Distinguished Faculty Emeriti awards will be presented. Members of the university community are cordially invited to attend the luncheon on a dutch-treat basis. Tickets can be purchased at the door for $8. Please RSVP by May 7 by calling the ENMU Foundation at ext. 2412. Nominations Sought for ENMU Educators Hall of Honors The preparation of outstanding educators has been central to the mission of Eastern New Mexico University from its 1927 authorization as a normal school and establishment as a junior college in 1934 to its development into the state’s premier comprehensive university today. Education graduates from ENMU long have exemplified professional excellence throughout the state of New Mexico and beyond. Today’s education graduates continue the traditions of excellence established by their predecessors and are eagerly sought for the quality educational experiences they can provide. ENMU-Roswell Presidential Search Begins The search committee charged with recommending a new president of the Roswell Campus of Eastern New Mexico University has begun its work. The Presidential Search Committee met for its initial meeting on April 15. The position announcement is available on the campus web site (www.roswell.enmu.edu). “I invite all interested personnel to meet with the candidates during their on-campus interviews and to provide the search committee with their observations,” said Dr. Gamble. “I also invite all campus community members to address any questions regarding the search to me or Mrs. Betty Patton, Search Committee Chair.” ENMU Offers In-State Tuition Rates for Texas Nurses All nurses with associate degrees who live with 135 miles of Eastern New Mexico University, or are taking six or fewer hours, can earn Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) degrees by taking online courses from ENMU at New Mexico in-state tuition rates. The BSN Completion Program is available to associate degree registered nurses and diploma RNs who take junior- and senior-level online courses from ENMU. “It isn’t realistic these days to ask a nurse who has worked 50 hours a week to sit in a classroom another six hours every week. So we transformed the program into a user-friendly online one, “said Dr. Leslie Paternoster, director of nursing. The tuition waiver for Texas residents who live within 135 miles of ENMU means that nursing students will only pay $131.50 per credit hour. Registered nurses may enroll at the beginning of any semester, summer, fall or spring. The summer session begins June 2. More information about the degree can be found at www.enmu.edu/nursing, or by calling the nursing admissions office at 575.562.2833. Informal Tennis on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays – All employees are invited to come to the University tennis courts for informal play at 5:30 p.m. on Tuesdays and Thursdays and 9 a.m. on Saturdays. For more information, contacts assistant commissioner Ronda Hutcherson. ENMU Hosting 'Bachelor of Fine Arts' Art Show Through May 8 The Department of Art at Eastern New Mexico University in Portales is presenting the bachelor of fine arts exhibit during library hours through May 9. Library hours are: Sunday, noon-midnight; Monday–Thursday, 7 a.m.–midnight; Friday, 7 a.m.–8 p.m.; and Saturday, 10 a.m.–7 p.m. The show includes the following graduating students' work: Heather Cardenas from Clayton, N .M., is graduating with an emphasis in graphic design. She will show work that ranges from print pieces and jewelry to logos she has designed for companies such as Clovis Chiropractic, Grip Golf Shoe Company, Red Dog Construction and the art exhibition "Food Poisoning" that was on campus. Heather says, “ Overall, my education here at Eastern in the art department has been great ;, the teachers really help you show your style through your work, whether it be a print design or a wood sculpture. Everyone has a great attitude because we all get to do what we love everyday.” Heather ' s show will be available for viewing April 28-May 2. Melanie Lucero, who is graduating with an emphasis in graphic design, will show work that ranges from postcards and brochures to logos and posters. Melanie explains her passion for graphic design : “I think graphic design is something you see everyday, yet people take it for granted. I’m glad I have the opportunity to show my work in Eastern’s gallery. I think it shows people that graphic design is an art form and should be viewed as such.” Melanie’s show will be available for viewing May 5-9. Victoria Montoya from Cimarron, N .M., speaks of her art work : “ Art allows me to step into my mind, pull out an idea, and watch it come to life.” Victoria’s pieces are mostly paintings featuring themes of “macabre and bizarre with a touch of personal emotion.” Victoria hopes to "continue making art that will peel the layers back and find the vulnerable truth for myself and others.” Victoria’s show will be available for viewing May 5-9. Admission is free and open to the public. For more information, contact Susan Pippin at 575.-562 .-2778. Office Max Offers ENMU Volume Discounts – Office Max has set up ENMU's profile to offer better volume discounts. This means to you better savings when using your Purchasing Card. If the buys are over the Purchasing Card limit or too bulky, they now will accept purchase orders through ENMU's authorized buyers. To obtain Office Max in-store discount cards and online set-up forms, please attend the next Purchasing Card Training or contact the Purchasing Office at 2425 for more information. ENMU Hosting “Push Pin” Art Show Through May 8 The Department of Art at Eastern New Mexico University is presenting “Push Pin,” an exhibit for any art that can be hung on the wall with a push pin. The exhibit is available for viewing during library hours through May 8. The show is still receiving entries from artists in all categories. The size limitation on the entries is no bigger than 8.5 x 11 inches. There is no theme to the show but entries include poetry, photography, animation stills and collages. Entering and admission is free and open to the public. For more information, contact Susan Pippin at 575.562.2778. Dr. Mancusi Organizing Food Walk for May 30 – On Friday, May 30, Roberto Mancusi, assistant professor of music, will be doing a Food Walk from the Wal-Mart Supercenter in Clovis to the Wal-Mart Supercenter in Portales (20 miles). The walk will begin at 7a.m. This is to raise awareness of the hunger problem in our area and to raise money for the Food Bank of Eastern New Mexico and the Portales Dream Center. Register for KENW Online Auction – [details] Portales Information Center at ENMU-Roswell Reopens – The ENMU-Portales Information Center at ENMU-Roswell has reopened in Room 120 of the Arts and Sciences Center. The Center provides information about offerings from ENMU-Portales. The office hours for Sigrid Lindsey, Outreach Coordinator, are from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday, and by appointment on Thursday and Friday. Her number is 575.624.7439. The office hours for Lori Gomez, Senior Secretary, are 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Monday through Friday. Her number is 575.624.7221. The ENMU IP phone is ext. 7913 (works from the Portales campus). Santa Fe Offering Scholarship for Junior and Senior Education Majors – The City Different Retired Educators of Santa Fe, New Mexico, are offering a $500 scholarship. “Preference given to natives or residents from Santa Fe County or Pecos Area and teacher assistants with classroom experience.” Fiscal Year Deadlines Announced May 16 Last date for purchase order requisitions to be received in the business office. June 13 July 9 Information About Summer Immersion Program in Mexico – [information] Legislative Interns Sought – The New Mexico Legislature invites applicants for two internship positions. Interns will be assigned to the Legislative Council Service, the Legislative Education Study Committee or the Legislative Finance Committee. [details] Assessment Guru Sought – ENMU’s Assessment Committee again invites applications for the coordinator of Student Learning Assessment, beginning August 2008. The successful applicant will have a one- or two-course release to provide academic leadership for University assessment activities. An administrative stipend is also available. Information for Portales Faculty About Advising – [information] 2008 Fall Schedule Online at – (after clicking on link, use drop-down menu) [https://itsnv406.enmu.edu:7177/prod/bwckschd.p_disp_dyn_sched] Strategic Plan 2008-2013 – The future is now! Members of the campus community are cordially invited to review the draft documents for Eastern New Mexico University’s next five-year plan. Documents relating to the plan’s preparation and the draft document can be found at http://www.enmu.edu/services/planning/strategic-plans.shtml. Meetings Hardhat Committee Advertising Committee General Comments and Compliments Thank you to Bob Vartabedian for organizing Saturday's Wellness Tennis Tournament. Thank you to Tammi Gardner for hosting Saturday's Student Affairs party. (Please submit your comments or thank yous to monday.memo@enmu.edu.) Distance Education and Outreach For more information about Distance Education and Outreach
courses, call 562.2165. Ginger's Safety Tip of the Month Plug into Precautions Don't use an extension cord as if it were a permanent wire. It should only be used temporarily. Leaving it in place is a tipping hazard as well as a fire safety concern. And when you need an extension cord, use one that's the right gauge for the equipment it's plugged into so it doesn't short out or overheat. Don't abuse or misuse your electrical system and equipment. Physical conditions of the workplace can cause deterioration. For example, water may get into electrical components that aren't rated for wet conditions. If you change a room or work area, be sure to check that the electrical system is compatible with the change. This safety tip is brought to you by the Safety Office. For all your safety needs, please contact the Safety Office at #2796. Thank you and "Be safe out there." Student News The spring semester Best Persuasive Speakers contest was held Thursday
evening, May 1 in the Campus Union Building, Ground Zero. Students are
selected by the students and the instructors from each section of Comm 102 – The winners were: first place – Shannon Saltclah; second – Kyung Han; third – Bandi Arenas. The winners receive a cash award of $150 for first, $100 for second and $75 for third. Judges for the event are Wayne Baker a Caldwell Banker Real Estate Agent in
the Portales and Clovis area, Lee Lawrence, attorney for the State of New
Mexico Human Services Division, and Christopher Stasheff, PhD, a science Thesis Defense name: Yang Peng title_of_thesis: Microbial Physiology of Multiple Drug Resistance in Bacteria building: COB room: unkown day: Friday date: 05/16/2008 time: 2:00 am_pm: PM Eastern New Mexico University is now home to a branch of S.A.V.E. (Student Association for Voter Empowerment). [details] The New Mexico Legislature invites applicants for two internship positions. [details] The Graduate Comprehension Exam for the College of Education (summer session) will be on June 21 (Saturday) from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. The comprehensive examination information workshop will be on June 7 (Saturday) from 9:30 a.m. to noon. Summer and fall '08 schedules are on campus and online at www.enmu.edu. Advising for the summer and fall semesters will then begin. What do you need to do? Go to the ENMU homepage and click on the advising checklist link. There you'll see step-by-step instructions that will help you prepare for summer and fall advising appointments with your faculty advisors or with the Advising Center if you have not declared your major by filing an official degree plan. Registration for summer and fall classes is underway. Please consult the course schedule for the date that you can begin to register for classes. The earlier that you register, the better your chances for a perfect schedule. Looking for a job in Portales? List of job openings for the City of Portales [view]. Cannon AFB Outdoor Recreation has positions needing to be filled at Liberty Pool – Contact Eric Kirby at 505.784.2773. [read letter] [list of deadlines] Resident Assistant applications for fall 2008 are available now at the housing office located in the Campus Union Building. Any interested students are invited to come by and apply. ENMU-Roswell and ENMU-Ruidoso News May Issue of ENMU-Roswell The Grapevine – [May Issue] Off-Campus News Update from New Mexico Higher Education Department – [update] Portales hosting Cinco de Mayo Celebration – [details] Looking for a job in Portales? List of job openings for the City of Portales [view]. Recurring Information Resources ENMU Speakers/Experts Guide – ENMU has compiled a 2007 ENMU Speakers/Experts Guide. View the
guide 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. 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 2008 as Approved by Board of Regents– [read] Fall Break Approved for Fall 2008 – [details] 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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