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Vic and Tory Visited by Albuquerque Journal |
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| On Tuesday, columnist Leslie Linthicum and photographer Richard Pipes from the Albuquerque Journal came to ENMU for an "UpFront" column on Vic and Tory, ENMU's Greyhound dogs. On Thursday, the column ran on the front page of the Journal – as well as a link to a video and photos shot by Ms. Linthicum and Mr. Pipes. | ||
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It's a Dog's Life by Leslie Linthicum Journal Staff Writer PORTALES - Two big, furry gray mascots - Ralph and Roxie Greyhound - have pumped up crowds at Eastern New Mexico University basketball and football games for decades. Earlier this month, two new dogs came to town. In an effort to boost school spirit and give a couple of rescue dogs a home, ENMU decided to adopt the two greyhounds, which had been retired from dog track racing. |
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The university had a contest to name the pups — Vic and Tory won — and on Dec. 1 the dogs settled into a campus apartment with two doting students who immediately began discussing play dates and nap times and beaming like proud fathers. Six volunteer walkers were tapped from among a dozen volunteers, dog beds and toys were purchased and donated by excited ENMU staffers, and the small army that is the Pre-Vet Club pitched in to baby-sit the dogs during classroom hours. The move, to the surprise of much of Portales, set off a dog fight. Not between Vic and Tory; they sometimes wrestle over their stuffed ducks, but it's only affectionate play. Without knowing it, ENMU had waded into a national controversy over live animal mascots for high school and college sports teams. Animal Protection of New Mexico called the ENMU adoption an "ill-fated and inhumane plan" and launched a campaign to put pressure on the university to abandon it. The group cited concerns that the dogs would be kept in a "grim warehouse," turned out on a "barren plot of packed earth" and deprived of the consistent care of a permanent home. The vice president of Greyhound Pets of America National weighed in in support of Vic and Tory's new life. He said that a variety of living arrangements are appropriate for former racers and that the Portales dogs would probably lead an especially interesting and varied life on campus. It seemed like one of those unfortunate controversies that get emotional and kind of mean even though everyone involved has sincere concerns and good intentions. So I decided to see for myself what kind of college life Vic and Tory had found in Portales. Would they be eating cold pizza and lapping up bong water? Blasting their music loud and playing Hackey Sack? Studying like drones and pursuing the perfect GPA? None of that was in evidence this week. The news is much more mundane and should (but probably won't) settle the hubbub. Vic and Tory have settled in nicely. They have comfortable beds. They go for frequent walks on leashes. They get an hour of running time off leash once a day on a grassy and completely enclosed soccer field. They have coats for when it's really cold. The dogs are campus celebrities by now, and they get patted and scratched and petted wherever they go. "They're lovebugs," says Gilbert Valdez, a 23-year-old from Albuquerque pursuing a master's in counseling, who is one of the dogs' keepers. "I'm treating them like a father. I'm honored to actually be a part of this." His 22-year-old roommate, student body President Dallas Ellsworth, is a junior majoring in graphic design. He grew up in Ramah on the Navajo reservation, surrounded by animals, and leapt at the chance to be part of the mascot program. "I've been learning a lot about the dogs, and I'm learning a lot about myself," Ellsworth said. "More responsibility and how to be responsible for another life." When Ellsworth and Valdez take a few days off campus for Christmas break next week, a faculty department head will host the dogs at her home. (The dogs' food has been donated for life, as has a veterinarian's care and the services of a dog trainer. Any other costs related to the dogs are being covered by donations, so don't worry that your taxes are going toward doggie treats.) The student handlers are slowly introducing Vic and Tory to crowds and noise (a president's reception of 100 people, a band rehearsal) and the dogs so far have been calm and gregarious. If all goes well, the dogs will make their public debut at the Jan. 23 basketball home game. You might think that racing dogs (Vic and Tory had limited racing careers at a track in Phoenix) would be high-energy, hyper dogs that need a big house and tons of exercise. They actually have two speeds: 40 mph and napping. Valdez and Ellsworth have been enjoying the Christmas break by watching a lot of CSI reruns with Vic and Tory snoozing nearby. University President Steven Gamble has met with the program's critics and says he would make changes to the way Vic and Tory are being integrated onto campus if he thought changes were needed. "But what validates our approach best is the dogs themselves," Gamble told me. "Their body language has been completely positive." We humans love to ascribe thoughts and emotions to animals, and they usually reveal more about us than about our pets. But Gamble is probably onto something by paying attention to Vic and Tory's wagging tails: These are happy, well-adjusted dogs. Valdez and Ellsworth are devoted dads. When they're in class, the dogs have a bedroom-sized nap room at the agriculture building and they get walks every hour or two. That's good for now, the critics might say. But what about next year, or the next? Won't the dogs miss a forever family? There will be change. Valdez and Ellsworth will get their degrees and move on. New students will come in, they will become Vic and Tory's moms and dads and they will also learn lessons about life and love and responsibility. Vic and Tory will love their new moms and dads and they'll run and take long naps and offer their heads to be scratched by hundreds of new adoring ENMU students. It's a dog's life. And a good one. UpFront is a daily front-page news and opinion column. You can reach Leslie at 505.823.3914 or llinthicum@abqjournal.com. |
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| Leslie Linthicum of the Albuquerque Journal interviews ENMU student Gilbert Valdez, while Journal photographer Richard Pipes snaps Vic. (photo by Wendel Sloan) |
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| Leslie Linthicum of the Albuquerque Journal interviews ENMU student Gilbert Valdez, while Journal photographer Richard Pipes snaps Tory. (photo by Wendel Sloan) |
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| Albuquerque Journal photographer Richard Pipes visits with ENMU students Gilbert Valdez and Dallas Ellsworth as they exercise Vic and Tory. (photo by Wendel Sloan) |
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Albuquerque Journal columnist Leslie Linthicum interviews ENMU student "Hound Handler" Amanda Crockett. (photo by Wendel Sloan) |
| Video Alert | News Coverage of Mascots |
Watch video of Vic, Tory, Gilbert Valdez and Dallas Ellsworth as they are interviewed and photographed for the Albuquerque Journal article published on Dec. 17, 2009. – [video] Watch a video and photos created by the Albuquerque Journal from their time at ENMU with the mascots. – [Video] |
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Already Has Shots |
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| Could Be Yours for Christmas – This beautiful six-month-old chow-heeler girl was recently found on campus by ENMU professors Gerald and Linda Gies. They have already paid for her shots and are having her spayed. She is very friendly. If you'd like to adopt her for Christmas, call the Gies at 575.226.3484. (photo by Wendel Sloan) |
Little Campus Feller a Minor Celebrity |
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| Stocking Stuffer — This little feller has been hanging out by Harding Hall for a couple of weeks. Although he has been given a doghouse and is being fed by passersby, he could use a real home for Christmas. He was also featured in Friday's Portales News-Tribune. If you'd like to adopt, call 562.4490. (photos by Wendel Sloan) |
| Video Alert | FEMA Training |
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A roomful of employees from all three ENMU campuses attended FEMA "Expanding Incidents" training with New Orleans Saints fan Ron Breland (Final Score: Cowboys 24, Saints 17) on Thursday in the Campus Union Sandia Room. After one more class is completed in January, ENMU will be the first higher education institution in the state to be FEMA-compliant for emergency preparedness. – [video] |
Fall 2009 Commencement
(photos by Robin Haislett)
Fall 2009 Commencement
(photos by Wendel Sloan)
Graduation Reception
(photos submitted by Janice Cowen)
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President's Holiday Reception
(photos by Wendel Sloan)
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Late-Night Breakfast
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CDC Serenades Administration Building
(photos by Jessica Eden)
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Support Senate Door Decorating Contest
(photos by Wendel Sloan)
Here Come De Judges |
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3rd place – Nursing Department
Runner-up – Communication Services
1st Place – Art Department
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Honorable Mention – Accounts Payable |
Honorable Mention – Special Delivery Lady |
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University Relations Ornament Exchange Christmas Party
(photos by Wendel Sloan)
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Food Donated at Student Affairs Christmas Party
(photo submitted by Kathie Brunson)
Thanks to a friendly wager among Student Support Staff, over 50 pounds of food items were donated to the Student Affairs Christmas party. All food collected will be donated to a local food pantry.
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Dr. Anthony B Schroeder, professor emeritus, participated in the Military Installation Voluntary Education Review (MIVER) at the Marine Corps Air Station at Cherry Point, NC. Institutions reviewed were Boston University, Southern Illinois University, Park University, and Cravin Community College along with the base education office.
Michael F. Shaughnessy has been asked to serve on the “Begabungszentrum Bayern GbR,” the Bavarian Committee for Gifted and Talented Students, located in Bavaria German. More information can be found about this organization at http://www.begabungszentrum-bayern.de/team/
Sean Shepherd, an Eastern graduate working in Golden Library, recently presented at the first Orbital Space Debris Removal Conference. He says:
"I just returned after presenting at the first-ever Orbital Debris Removal conference in the Washington, D.C., area. I presented an idea to remove the space junk, and represented ENMU. The conference was truly an amazing experience. My presentation went well, and I was approached by scientists from Northrop Grumman and Boeing, also met with others who had some comments and tips to further any research.
Many there were surprised that I only began this quest late last summer and that I am not a scientist by trade, as most presenters had been working on their projects for several years. None of the over 300 attendees had ever heard of Eastern New Mexico University, but when I mentioned it being 96 miles from Roswell, all knew where it was then.
I was encouraged by Northrop Grumman to continue with the concept and submit an RFI form to DARPA for funding. John's Hopkins University announced that they will include my idea in their new course being taught on orbital debris removal, to further study its feasibility, and the National Research Lab offered me, and all others, the free use of the lab if the thing ever gets built.
Other scientists there had their abstract papers denied for presentation, so I was truly honored and excited to be one of the 50 chosen to present on the various subjects related to orbital debris. I am waiting now to see if DARPA publishes my concept next week, as I was asked to sign over temporary copyright permission. I will now further my research and present again in February."
(The Monday Memo will present a more detailed report on Mr. Shepherd's research in the spring when more people are on campus. For now, you will have to be content knowing that his research involves using foam in space.)
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ENMU graduate Christina Campbell is the Weekend Meteorologist for the 5, 6 and 10 p.m. news with Anchor Andrea Gusty. Christina joined KTVA in 1993, and has worked for them on and off as both a news reporter and a meteorologist since then. Because her uncle was news director for KBIM-TV in Roswell, where Christina was born and raised, she has spent most of her life either behind a news camera or in front of it. |
From there she went to KTVF-TV in Fairbanks to work as a news reporter and anchor for the 6 and 11 p.m. news. In 1991, she moved to Anchorage and began learning how to fly airplanes. It was there she discovered her love for weather. She immediately began pursuing her meteorology credentials.
Other work experience includes working as a meteorologist for KTUU-TV in Anchorage, KJTV-TV and Telemundo 46 in Lubbock, Texas, where she was a bilingual meteorologist (English and Spanish) covering severe weather in "Tornado Alley" on one of the first Virtual Reality sets in the nation. And, Christina has also co-hosted morning radio shows on KASH- 104.1 with Jim Robbins, and from 1994-2000 on KOOL-97.3 with her long-time radio partner "Radio Phill" Remick.
Christina has a bachelor of science degree in broadcast journalism with double minors in marketing and speech from Eastern New Mexico University. Additionally, she has completed the Broadcast Meteorology Program at Mississippi State and holds her National Weather Association (NWA) Meteorology Seal.
Christina is the recipient of numerous Goldie awards in radio, including "Best Comedy Series," "Best Entertainment Series" and "Best Promo Series."
An avid supporter of higher education, Christina also works full-time for the Alaska Commission on Postsecondary Education. She currently serves as President of the Coalition of Alaskans Supporting Higher Education (CASHE), which puts on College Goal Sunday every year to help low-income and first-generation students apply for financial Aid.
Christina has two sons, six-year-old Micah and four-year-old Zechariah.
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Former ENMU student Sophia Ayala Gettys, child of ENMU alumn Paul David Ayala, is on a new show with the Food Network.
Worst Cooks in America premiers at 8 p.m. (MT) on Jan. 3. The link is at http://www.foodnetwork.com/worst-cooks-in-america/index.html
For more information, contact Lisa Krueger, public relations director of the Food Network, at LKrueger@Foodnetowork.com.
Winter Break Begins at 5 p.m. on Wednesday – ENMU's winter break begins at 5 p.m. on Wednesday, Dec. 23. ENMU will reopen at the normal time on Monday, Jan. 4.
Next Monday Memo Out on January 11 – The next Monday Memo will be published on Monday, Jan. 11, 2010. The deadline to submit will be on the previous Thursday, Jan. 7.
Password Change Message from ITS - Campus Community: Just a friendly reminder from ITS – it is recommended that you change your Banner passwords at least twice a year. Following are instructions to change your INB and SSB passwords:
These are the steps for changing your INB password:
From the Menu page
Under My Links (in the right column)
Change Banner Password
Oracle Password: (old password)
Database: (blank)
New Oracle Password: (alpha-numeric)
Verify Password: (same as New Oracle Password)
These are the steps for changing your (SSB) password:
From the Main Menu
Personal Information
Change PIN
Enter Old PIN: (old PIN)
Enter New PIN: (6 numeric characters)
Re-enter New PIN: (same as New PIN)
Use passwords that you can remember, or store them in a secure place. Do not share your passwords. If a person needs to access something in Banner, a separate userid should be requested.
If you have any problems changing your password, please contact the Helpdesk.
E-Mail Name Change on Homepage - The e-mail link on the ENMU Home page has changed from "EMAIL FOR XP" and "EMAIL FOR VISTA" to just one link which says "EMAIL."
Sign Up for Spring Lifelong Wellness – Mary Drabbs encourages you to join the Lifelong Wellness program before we get to the busy-ness of starting spring semester. Remember, you may use your tuition waiver for this program 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, reply to mary.drabbs@enmu.edu and tell me which option you would like.
1-credit (You need to accumulate 30 half-hour activity sessions.)
2-credits (You need to accumulate 57 half-hour activity sessions.)
If you would like to participate in an existing physical activity class, please tell me the class and meeting days/times, and I'll save a spot for you.
People new to the program will need to attend one half-hour orientation session. We have sessions scheduled on Thursday, Jan. 28, at 10 a.m. noon, and 4 p.m. and Wednesday, Feb. 3, at 9 a.m. and 5 p.m.
Clean Air Policy Finalized – The Clean Air Policy on campus has been finalized. The purpose is to provide a smoke-free indoor environment for ENMU. To read it in its entirety, please click the link below.
http://www.enmu.edu/services/planning/Clean_Air_Policy%20.pdf
TRiO Day Scholarship Luncheon on February 5 – The TRiO Day Scholarship Luncheon will be at 11:30 a.m. on Friday, Feb. 5 in the Campus Union Ballroom.
Holiday Payroll Deadlines — [details]
Watch Videos on ENMU's YouTube Channel – [http://www.youtube.com/enmu]
Education Hosting Film Series Celebrating ENMU's 75th
The College of Education and Technology joins Eastern New Mexico University in celebrating 75 years of excellence in higher education. As part of that celebration the College is hosting a unique film series.
The series offers films that deal with education as depicted by Hollywood during the last eight decades. There will be a viewing of the selected film and discussion.
The first film, shown on Oct. 15, was "The Great Debaters" and represented the decades of the 1930s-40s.
All movies are shown the third Thursday of each month at 7 p.m. in ED 120. Popcorn will be served. Bring friends and join them for these free movies.
January 21 1960s " Mr. Holland’s Opus"
February 18 1970s-80s "Remember the Titans"
March 18 1990s "Dangerous Minds"
April 15 2000s "Akeelah and the Bee"
Students in EDF 222 are especially encouraged to attend, and may earn extra credit. For more information, contact Tyson Brown at tyson.brown@enmu.edu.
Campus Bookstore Sale - The Campus Bookstore is having a fall break shopping spree for faculty and staff beginning December 15th through Tuesday, December 22ndh. All ENMU imprinted items and trade books are 25% off with faculty/staff I.D.
Meetings
The Curriculum Committee meets every other Monday in the Broadcast Center Conference Room from 3:30 to 5 p.m. The dates for these meetings for the 2009-2010 academic year are listed below:
1/25/10
2/8/10
2/22/10
3/8/10
4/5/10
4/19/10
5/3/10
The General Education Committee Meeting Schedule:
2/1/10
3/1/10
3/15/10
3/29/10
4/12/10
4/26/10General Comments
Fine Arts Events
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Multicultural Affairs
Back next semester.
| Video Alert | Greyhound Basketball |
| Watch action from the Greyhound basketball game against Texas A&M University-Commerce on Saturday night in Greyhound Arena. – [video] |  |
Zias Lose at Buzzer – Commerce senior Ashley Murphy hit a jumper with less than a second left to lead the visiting Lions to a 68-67 win over host Eastern New Mexico on Saturday evening in Portales. [North Texas e-News]
Updated Athletic Results in All Sports – [details]
Informal Wellness Tennis on Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday and Sunday – A group of employees and students play informal Wellness tennis on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 5:30 p.m., Saturdays at 10 a.m. and Sundays at 3 p.m. at the Eastern tennis courts. All skill levels are welcome.
For more information, contact tennis commissioner Minnie Bresler at minnie.bresler@enmu.edu.
Noon-Time Wellness Basketball Open to All Employees – Noon-time pickup basketball games in a practice gym in Greyhound Arena each day at noon are open to everyone. For more information, e-mail commissioner Wendel Sloan at wendel.sloan@enmu.edu.
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Miscellaneous
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2007 – Students can choose from seven new majors offered at ENMU: animal and dairy science, aviation science, digital cinema arts, emergency medical services management, environmental science, forensic science and hospitality management. |
Yearbooks Online – See ENMU yearbooks online at [click here].
Distance Education
For more information about Distance Education and Outreach courses, call 562.2165. [courses]
General Comments and Compliments
"They look like they are very happy, very comfortable with their new surroundings, and their new families. I am so glad.
Big hugs to Vic, Tory and everybody else at ENMU. " – Off-Campus Reader
Wendel's Quote of the Week
"Do they make holiday cards that cover Christmas, Hanakka, Kwanzaa, Ashura, Loy Krathong, Atheism and Cowboyism?"
In the News
New ENMU organization working to clean up community. – [pntonline.com]
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Student News
No student news since the majority of them have headed home. Yeah!
ENMU-Roswell and ENMU-Ruidoso News
December issue of ENMU-Roswell's The Grapevine – [the grapevine]
ENMU-Ruidoso Signs Alto Lease for Spencer Theater - [Read Full Story from Ruidoso News]
ENMU-Roswell Enters Light Parade - The WhoVille float was designed by instructor Kate Davis and students. This float received first place in the non-profit division.
The helicopter float was put together by housing director Ron Morales and some of the students living in the residence halls. (photos by Donna Oracion)
Marques Available for Adoption
My Name is Marques
Age: 16 years old
Grade: 10th, regular education classes
Favorite Food(s): Most!
Favorite Activity: Skateboarding and art!
Marques is a handsome 16 year old boy. He has the potential to do well in school when motivated. Marques is a survivor and has managed to take care of himself despite issues from his past. He has a funny sense of humor, is active and can be very helpful. Marques would like to maintain relationships with his siblings even though he is motivated to be adopted by a loving two parent family. He would do very well as an only child. Marques likes to journal and read. He is very organized and keeps his room tidy. He enjoys hanging out with friends and going to the mall. He would like to attend college and study language arts.
If you have an approved home study and would like to inquire about this child, please contact Tana Hudson, Adoption Consultant at (575) 835-2716 or e-mail tana.hudson@state.nm.us. For general information on how you can become a foster/adoptive parent with the Children, Youth and Families Department, please call 1-800-432-2075.
Foster or Adopt a New Mexico Youth
Contact:
Renee V. Fitts
Foster and Adoptive Parent Recruiter
NM Children, Youth and Families Department
#4 Grand Avenue Plaza
Roswell, NM 88201
575.624-6071
renee.fitts@state.nm.us
City of Portales Cultural Affairs Committee Martin Luther King Jr. Celebration - [schedule]
Recurring Information Resources
Non-Emergency Number for University Police is 562.2392 – The non-emergency number to reach University Police is 562.2392. The 311 number is no longer used.
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 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/.
Approved Holidays for 2009-2010-
Winter Break Close at 5 p.m., Wednesday, Dec. 23, 2009
Re-open at normal time, Monday, Jan. 4, 2010
Presidents’ Day Monday, Feb. 15, 2010
Memorial Day Monday, May 31, 2010
Independence Day Monday, July 5, 2010