Announcements
These Announcements were submitted to the Monday Memo by University community members (employees, students and retirees). Announcements must be received by Thursday at noon for publication on the following Monday. To submit an item, use the Submit Announcements form to the right, or e-mail monday.memo@enmu.edu. Announcements can only be accepted from off-campus groups if the group is non-profit. The Web address for the Monday Memo is http://www.enmu.edu/mondaymemo.

Enrollment Officially Sets ENMU Record –The record enrollment of 4,685 for the 2009 fall semester at Eastern New Mexico University in Portales is now official.  The previous record of 4,342 in the fall of 1972 had stood for 37 years.

ENMU is up in virtually every category, including 7.0 percent in undergraduates and 18.8 percent in graduate students.  The new freshmen enrollment of 627 is an increase of 10.4 percent over the 2008 fall semester.  Student credit hours, which determine funding, are up 8.9 percent over a year ago.  The residence halls are filled to 90 percent capacity, an increase from 81 percent in fall 2008.

“We’re very happy with enrollment, in terms of numbers and quality,” said Steven Gamble, ENMU president.  “We’re especially happy that the average ACT scores of our new freshmen is 20.12, which exceeds the state average of 20.00.”

Gamble attributes the record enrollment to several factors.  “We have hard-working, student-centered employees who have contributed greatly to this growth.  Thanks to our dedicated professors, Eastern has a reputation for offering high academic quality at a low price, with genuinely personal attention for each student. 

“The state of the economy is also a factor.  It is no secret that in tough economic times more people attend higher education institutions to obtain the training and credentials to assist them in finding employment.”

Employee/Student Briefs

Gillian Andersen, instructor in Languages and Literature, passed her qualifying exams to become a doctoral candidate of Technical Communication at Texas Tech University. The Tech department of Technical Communication and Rhetoric has an international reputation for excellence.

The West Texas Historical Association will publish Dr. Peggy Hardman's article, "Building a Place of their Own:  the Kerrville Sanatorium for 'Negroes'" in its upcoming West Texas Historical Association Yearbook.

Dr. Jordan Kobritz, assistant professor of sport management in HPE, was interviewed on the nationally syndicated "Papa Joe Chevalier" show on Sept. 2 on the Anheuser-Busch "Fan Can" promotion and the carriage dispute between Versus (Comcast) and DirecTV.  The interview is available here [http://www.papajoetalk.com].

Dr. Robin A. Wells, assistant professor in the Department of Educational Studies, has been elected as the Co-Chair of the New Mexico Early Childhood Higher Education Task Force (ECHE Task Force).  The ECHE Task Force consists of higher education faculty in the field of Early Childhood from two- and four-year institutions.  Co-chairs serve a two-year term and representatives of a two-year and a four-year institution with Dr. Wells’ term being 2009-2011.

Dr. Robin A. Wells, assistant professor in the Department of Educational Studies, was recently appointed to the New Mexico Interagency Coordinating Council (ICC). The two-year appointment to this advisory council was made by Governor Bill Richardson. As an ICC member, Dr. Wells will represent higher education faculty and assist the ICC in addressing the preservice and/or continuing education needs of individuals who will work, or who currently work, in New Mexico’s early intervention system.  The ICC is a federally mandated, governor appointed, advisory council to the Department of Health, Developmental Disabilities Supports Division, Family Infant Toddler Program.  The ICC advises and assists the Department of Health regarding the statewide early intervention service system.  New Mexico’s early intervention system serves families of children, birth to three, with or at risk for developmental delay.

An article, Easing anxiety through increasing knowledge:  Supporting educators in inclusive
settings, written by Dr. Robin A. Wells, assistant professor, has been accepted for publication in The International Journal on Learning. The article was an additional outcome of a presentation given by Dr. Wells this summer at the 16th International Conference on Learning on July 1 in Barcelona, Spain.

Dr. Michael F. Shaughnessy was asked to review Judith Wynn Halsted’s book “ Some of My Best Friends Are Books.” His review is posted [here].

In Memoriam

Eastern mourns the loss of Louis Christopher Montoya.  He was a senior in the Digital Cinema Arts program. We regret Christopher will no longer be with us sharing his creativity.  ENMU  offers condolences to family, friends, faculty, and all who knew him.  He will be missed.

It's Greek to Gene Bundy on September 9 – On Wednesday, Sept. 9, at 3:15 p.m. in Golden Library, Gene Bundy will present the Zondervan Greek Award to Audra Brown (award winner for 2008) and Courtner Foley (award winner for 2009). The Zondervan Greek Prize is awarded by the Zondervan Publishing Company for a student who has demonstrated "Excellence in Biblical Greek."  The Zondervan Company has recognized both the Greek and the Hebrew Programs at ENMU as meeting their standards for Awards in those languages.

Computer Club to Meet on September 10 – The ENMU Computer Club will hold its first fall meeting at 5 p.m. on Thursday, Sept. 10, in COB 130. Food and beverages will be provided. For more information, contact Dr. D. Veena Parboteeah at 564.2442 or at parbotev@enmu.edu.

Anyone who has an interest in computers, regardless of their major, can attend.

"Come Network With Us."

Islam is Peace Set for September 11 – International Affairs presents "Islam is Peace" by Rabiah Memon and Abdul Raheem Chad Timmerman at 4 p.m. on Friday, Sept. 11 in the CUB Sandia Room. Clear your misconceptions about the religion by listening and bringing your questions to the presentation. [flyer]

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

Board of Regents to Meet September 11 – ENMU Board of Regents will meet at the ENMU-Ruidoso campus on Friday, Sept. 11 at 1 p.m. View the agenda [here].

ENMU Cannon Appreciation Day on September 12 — Eastern New Mexico University will host Cannon Appreciation Day on Sept. 12. All military personnel and their families are invited to attend Eastern's Greyhound football game against Southeastern Oklahoma at 7 p.m. at Blackwater Draw. Admission is free for all active duty military and their dependents (for all ENMU athletic events).

For information, call 562.2153.

Yoga Month Begins September 12 – ENMU Yoga instructor Amiee Constantopoulos is hosting a peace party on Sept. 12 for Yoga Month and teacher training the last weekend of September. She has also finshed shooting TV segments, "Every Day Yoga with Amiee," with KENW. Yoga Month details are at [details]. To contact Amiee, e-mail amiee.constantopoulos@enmu.edu.

Read Opponents' Perspective on Greyhounds' 45-7 Victory – [SWOSU]

First Home Football Game This Saturday – Coming off their 45-7 whipping of Southwestern Oklahoma, the Greyhounds will host Southeastern Oklahoma at 6 p.m. this Saturday, Sept. 12.

Update on All ENMU Athletics – [enmu athletics]

ENMU College Daze Rodeo Set for September 17-19 – The annual ENMU College Daze Rodeo, featuring intercollegiate competition, is set for 7 p.m. on Sept. 17-19 at ENMU's Lewis Cooper Arena. Admission is $5 for adults, $3 for 12 and under, and free for ENMU students with I.D.

Early Alert for At-Risk Students – Early Alert is available for faculty and staff members who are concerned about a student.  The Advising Center welcomes referrals from anyone on campus. [details]

Men's Basketball Seeking Managers – The men's basketball program is in looking for managers for the 2009-2010 season.  If interested please email Coach Stant at kawika.stant@enmu.edu or come by Room 27 in Greyhound Arena.

COB Speaker Series on Health Care on September 24 – Are you concerned or confused by what exactly is being proposed by Washington regarding health care?  Join Eastern New Mexico University and the College of Business Speaker’s Series on Sept. 24 from 5-6:30 p.m. on the campus of ENMU in the Becky Sharp Auditorium for a panel discussion intended to help us understand the current health system in America and the changes being proposed by Washington. 

Speakers include Dr. Michael Snipes, assistant professor of economics, James D’Agostino, CEO of Roosevelt General Hospital, Seferino Montano, CEO of La Casa Health Center, and Chris Simons, CEO of Simons and Associates. 

Topics to be discussed include the current state of health care in America, what is being proposed, and how this will affect the average citizen’s daily lives through doctor – patient relationships and quality of care and its impact on insurance.  Independent perspectives will be given by the panelists.  The discussion will be held on the campus of ENMU in the Becky Sharp Auditorium located in the College of Business Building. 

ENMU Has YouTube Channel/YouTube Video Contest – ENMU has its own channel on YouTube [www.youtube.com/enmu] which allows the University to upload longer videos than an individual is allowed. ENMU is soliciting video entries from employees or students to upload to the channel. At the end of the fall semester, prizes of $100, $50 and $25 gift certificates to the Campus Bookstore will be awarded for the top three videos that promote ENMU as a cool school. For more information, e-mail wendel.sloan@enmu.edu or minh.tran@enmu.edu.

United Way Drive Underway on Campus – With the start of the new academic year, ENMU launches its 2010 United Way Pledge Drive.  All members of the campus community should have received a pledge packet in campus mail.  If you have received one, please take a few moments to fill out the pledge card and send it to Station 25.  No gift is too small; even $1 per pay period ($24/year) will go a long way to helping someone in the community.  ENMU s goal is to reach $20,000 with at least a 25 percent participation rate.  All donations are strictly voluntary and will be kept confidential.  If you use payroll deduction, those deductions will occur January through December 2010.

 If you did not receive a pledge packet or if you need additional pledge cards, please contact Elwyn Hulett.

For more information, contact Elwyn at x2266 or Patrice Caldwell at x2315.

 Thanks for your support of United Way!

Early-Morning Lap Swim a Possibility – If we have enough people who will commit to an early morning lap swim time, we will try to provide that service.  The most probable times are Monday and Wednesday, maybe Friday, at 6:30 or 7 a.m.

Let us know right away if you would commit to lap swim at that early hour.

Contact: Mary Drabbs [mary.drabbs@enmu.edu]

BlackBoard Support Group – Come talk about the successes, failures, and problem-solving techniques for BlackBoard. The BlackBoard Support Group will meet in Ground Zero in the CUB on the second and fourth Tuesday of each month at 1 p.m.

 For information, contact Gillian Andersen at 562.2335 or e-mail Gillian.andersen@enmu.edu.

Defensive Driving Courses Offered – In order to drive a state owned vehicle or an Enterprise vehicle you must have taken the National Safety Council's Defensive Driving Course.  You must take the six-hour course first and then every four years after that you must take a four-hour refresher course. 

The six-hour Defensive Driving Course is scheduled for Monday, Sept. 21 in the College of Business Room 109.  The class will start at 4 p.m.  

The four-hour Defensive Driving Refresher Course will be Saturday, Sept. 26 in the College of Business Room 109.  The class will start at 8:30 a.m. 

For more information or to register, contact the Safety Office at 562.2796 or Physical Plant at 562.2511.  T

Attention Faculty Advisors – Last spring ENMU created a new position to help transfer and part-time students with issues that may arise during the enrollment process and during their stay at ENMU.  If you know of students who may benefit from assistance, please refer them to Ronda Hutcherson in SAS 132.  Ronda's phone number is 562.2856 and her e-mail is Ronda.hutcherson@enmu.edu.

Bosses' Luncheon on October 20 – Bring your boss and join AEOP as they “entertain you for an evening on Broadway” at the annual upcoming Bosses Luncheon on Oct. 20 in the Campus Union Ballroom.  The luncheon will be $11 a plate with your choice of NY Steak with /garlic herb crust or Chicken Franchise as the main menu items, and of course, a vegetarian/vegan option for those healthy eaters. 

Look for information to be mailed to you in late September.  If you have any questions, contact Tammi Gardner at tammi.gardner@enmu.edu. 

Fall Fine Arts Calendar – [here]

Update on Ground Zero, World of Wings and Scholars' Corner – Ground Zero is open with the same menu.  Hours are:  Monday-Thursday 7:30 a.m.-8 p.m., Friday 7:30 a.m.-5 p.m., Saturday 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Sunday noon-5 p.m.

WOW (World of Wings) is open. Hours are: Monday -Thursday 10 a.m.- 8 p.m., Friday and Saturday 10 a.m.- 5 p.m., Sunday noon-5 p.m.

Scholars' Corner in the Library is open. Hours are 11 a.m.- 8 p.m. Coffee, drinks and related items are available.

Students can use their flex dollars, and everyone can use cash, check or credit cards.

Chow, baby!

Writing Center Now Open – The Writing Center is now open. Located in JWLA 204, the Writing Center has a staff of qualified tutors available to assist students with their writing projects. Students may walk in, phone 562.2793 for an appointment, or e-mail a question to Writing.Center@enmu.edu. Distance Education students may contact the Online Writing Lab at  www.enmu.edu/services/tutoring/online-writing.shtml.

Hispanic Heritage Month Events – Hispanic Heritage Week began under President Lyndon Johnson and was expanded from Sept. 15-Oct.15 under President Ronald Reagan.

In celebration of this month, Hispanic Affairs will have a kick-off event on Sept. 15 at 6 p.m. on the Dallan Sanders Patio (in case of inclement weather it will be moved to the Ballroom in the CUB). Recording artist, songwriter and 2008 award winner female vocalist  of the year in the New Mexico Hispano Entertainers Ernestine Romero will perform. Other activities: Proclamation read by Mayor Orlando Ortega, refreshments, etc. This event is for the entire family.

Also, attend the "Thank You" Fiesta Buffet provided by Sodexo on Wednesday, Sept. 16 at 11:30 a.m.

In addition, learn how to make maracas, piñatas, and tissue flowers on Monday, Sept. 21 at 6 p.m. in the Sandia Room. RSVP by Sept. 17.

View Flyer [here].

For more information, contact Hispanic Affairs at 562.2451 or enmu.hispanicaffairs@enmu.edu.

Volunteers Sought to Speak to International Students – The Conversation Lab in Education Room 118 is designed to help students to gain strength in conversational English.  The lab always needs volunteers to come in and hold conversation with small groups of students. Faculty, staff, or students may come "talk" for a while at any of the below lab times.  If you are teaching a 10 a.m. class on Monday, Wednesday, for Friday, and would like to team your class up with Geni Flores's on any one day, this would be welcome as well. 

For more information, contact Geni Flores at 562.2765.

Homecoming Schedule for October 2-3 – [schedule]

Mandatory Teacher Education Meetings – Eastern New Mexico University has scheduled the dates for the next mandatory Student Teacher Application meetings. All students who plan to student teach during the Spring 2010 semester must attend one pre-application meeting to receive the required information concerning application procedures.

Mandatory student teacher application meetings:

Portales - Monday, Sept. 21
12–1 p.m. and 3 – 4 p.m. in the CUB/Aztec Room

Portales -Tuesday, Sept. 22
6–7:30 p.m. in the CUB/Aztec Room

Roswell -Wednesday, Sept. 23
6–7:30 p.m. in the CUB Multi Purpose Room 110

The Student Teacher Application deadline is Oct. 16. For more information, call the College of Education and Technology, Teacher Education Office at 562.2895.

Golden Library Launches Reserve a Film Service – Over 5,600 documentary films are now available for use in distance education classes, as well as face-to-face classes. Golden Library has partnered with Films for Humanities and Sciences to offer access to streamed videos that can be viewed by students 24/7.  Faculty members click the Reserve a Film www.enmu.edu/academics/library/raf/index.shtml link on the library home page, select the desired subject heading, and view summaries of films. E-mail Michele.Wood@enmu.edu with film titles, course name/number and viewing dates. All film links must be placed within Blackboard course pages to satisfy copyright restrictions. 

For more information, contact Michele Wood at 562.2644.

Air Force Captain Speaking on September 14 – Captain David Blair, an MQ-1 Predator Aircraft Commander, will speak in the CUB Sandia Room at 2 p.m. on Monday, Sept. 14. Admission is free and open to the public.

Prior to his current assignment, Captain Blair served as a C-130 pilot, flying more than 100 combat missions in Iraq and Afghanistan.

He flew his first Predator mission in May 2009. He graduated from the US Air Force Academy with a
Bachelor's of Science degree in 2002. In 2004, he graduated from Harvard's Kennedy School of Government with a Master's degree in Public Policy. He has written extensively on military strategy and public diplomacy.

For more information, call Multicultural Affairs at 562.4914.

 Amateur Radio Exams Set for October 10 – The Greyhound Amateur Radio Club will sponsor FCC license examinations for people aspiring to obtain their first FCC ham radio license from 10 a.m. to noon on Oct. 10 in Room 203 of the KENW Broadcast Center. Tests for ham operators wishing to upgrade their  existing license will also be accommodated.

 For more information, visit http://org.enmu.edu/enmuarc.

1960 Yearbook Online – The 1960 ENMU yearbook is now online. See it at [click here].

Men's Basketball Seeking Managers – The men's basketball program is in looking for managers for the 2009-2010 season.  If interested please email Coach Stant at kawika.stant@enmu.edu or come by Room 27 in Greyhound Arena.

September Campus Construction Schedule – [click here]

Distance Education and Outreach Has Moved – Distance Education and Outreach is now located in Education 102. The new Training Center is located in Education 107. For help with Blackboard or Wimba, call Ellen Gardiner at 562.2390.

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 9 a.m. and Sundays at 5 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.

Report Student Job Openings to Counseling and Career Services – Counseling and Career Services requests that all departments notify them of any student employee positions available, both work study and student hire. All available positions will be posted on the online job board and Counseling and Career Services will refer students to positions. If you need help writing a job description, they have templates available.

For more information, contact 562.2211 or e-mail Danette.McGuire@enmu.edu.

Quick Find Directory Available – The Quick Find directory is now available in pdf format online at http://www.enmu.edu/about/directory/quick.shtml on the right navigation menu. This directory can be downloaded and printed. A printed version will be available in August. 

This is the time of year that corrections are being made. Please review and submit changes to Betsy Chavez at 4490 or by e-mailing Betsy.Chavez@enmu.edu.

1979 – The College of Business building is completed and dedicated.

Meetings

The General Education Committee will meet on Sept. 14. The first meeting for the Curriculum Committee is Sept. 21.  Both committees meet in the Communication Building Conference Room at 3:30 pm. 

Wendel's Quote of the Week

"I had a very pleasant walk in the woods on Lbor Day. Unfortunately, I was gofling."

Quote of the Week About John Kirby

"I really like your red basketball shoes. Do they also come in men's sizes?" – James Chacon to John Kirby

In the News

Swin flu confirmed at ENMU –[pntonline.com]

ENMU graduate finds opportunity to work with children – [pntonline.com]

Distance Education

For more information about Distance Education and Outreach courses, call 562.2165. [courses]

Thesis Defenses/Challenges/Workshops/Comprehensive Exams

Biology 113 and 113L Challenge Exams
The Challenge Exams for Biology 113 and Biology 113L will be held on Saturday, Sept. 26 in Science 101. The lecture exam (113) will be from 9 a.m. – 12 p.m.. The lab exam (113L) will be from 2 – 5 p.m. Once the exams have started no late arrivals will be permitted to enter the exam room – BE ON TIME!
Students need to secure a ‘Challenge Memo’ from the instructor (Biology: Dr. Cradock). This form has to be signed by the course instructor, department chair, and college dean. Forms are available in Roosevelt Hall, Room 111.
Students then need to pay the challenge fee ($15 per credit hour; 113 = 3 credit hours; 113L = 1 credit hour) at the Cashier’s Office. Examinees will be required to produce their receipts at the exams – NO RECEIPT, NO EXAM!
Students will be examined on the full spectrum of biology and should be prepared to answer questions addressing topics from genetics and molecular biology through to ecology and environmental science. Students should be able to exhibit basic lab skills, including basic data analysis. Study resources are available on closed reserve in the library.

Physics Challenge Exam: The Physics 113 challenge will be held on Saturday, Oct. 3, in Science Room 112 at 9 a.m. Contact Dr. Andersen.

Chemistry Challenge Exam: The Chemistry 113 challenge will be held on Saturday, Oct. 24, in Science Room 217. The lecture exam will be from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m.. The lab exam will be from 2-5:00 p.m.  Contact Dr. Yan.

Comprehensive Exams for the Master's Degree in English will be held on Saturday, Sept. 12 from 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Iif you plan to take the exams, please contact Dr. Sumption.

Education Writing Proficiency, Workshop and Exam

The writing proficiency will be in room ED 125 from 9-10:30 a.m. on Oct. 10
The Comprehensive Workshop will be in room ED 120 from 9:30 a.m. to noon on Oct. 10
The Comprehensive  Exam will be in COB 132 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Nov. 7
For more information, contact the coordinators:
C&I: Romelia.hurtadodevivas@enmu.edu
ES: rebecca.davis@enmu.edu
PTE: Thomas.toglia@enmu.edu

Student News

Education Major Scholarship – Undergraduate elementary, secondary, and special education majors who will student teach in the spring 2010 semester are eligible to apply for the Kellie McGaarh Scholarhsip worth $250.  Information is at ENMU home page, current students, scholarships, College of Education and Technology, scroll down to KELLIE MCGAARH SCHOLARSHIP.  Applications are due in the CET dean's office, Education Room 156, not later than Oct. 1. For more information, contact billy.gaedke@enmu.edu.

Event:        Issue Discussions: (International, National, State and Local Topics)

Sponsor:      ENMU's Society of Political Scholars

Date/Time:    Thursday, Sept. 10, 6:30-8:30 p.m.

Location:     Pecos--CUB

More info:
We will be discussing certain issues that came about over the summer break. Further information of topics will be announced at a later date. Please come out and voice your opinion.

*E.S.P.S. is a non-partisan organization and our purpose is to promote a diverse political forum to encourage respectful debate and discussion among ENMU students.  We discuss different issues concerning our national, state, and local communities.*

ENMU Homecoming Parade –

Student organizations wishing to participate in the Saturday, Oct. 3, ENMU Homecoming Parade can apply at the Alumni Affairs office located in the Administration Building. Deadline to apply is Friday, Sept. 18 at 5 p.m.

All individuals wishing to participate in the Saturday, Oct. 3, ENMU Homecoming Parade must register by Friday, Sept. 18. at 5 p.m.

Advance registration is necessary for placement in the parade and to include the entrant’s name in the parade program that is distributed along the parade route. The parade begins at 10:30 a.m. on October 3 at Abilene and Third, goes north to First Street and west on First Street to ENMU Campus. This year’s theme is "Past, Present & Future, 75 Years  of Success."

ENMU-Roswell News

September Issue of the Grapevine. – [here]

Off-Campus News

The New Mexico Economic Development Department to Offer Grantwriting Workshop in Rowsell– [see flyer]

The New Mexico National Guard in Portales will host an open house on Saturday, Sep. 19 – [more information]

Altrusa International of Portales – Annual Home Tour

Sunday Sept. 20
2-4:30 p.m.
Tickets: $7 in advance or $8 at the door
Information: Call Frankye at 575.356.4212 or Gay at 575.359.1475

All proceeds fund local community service projects.                    

Update from New Mexico Higher Education Department – [update]

National Park Service Jobs – [http://www.usajobs.gov]

The Farmers Market is open every Monday and Thursday at 5 p.m. in the square at the corner of W 1st St. and S. Ave B. For more information call 575.607.8414.

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 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-

Labor Day                                            Monday, September 7, 2009

Thanksgiving                                      Thursday and Friday, November 26-27, 2009

Winter Break                                     Close at 5 p.m., Wednesday, December 23, 2009
                                                            Re-open at normal time, Monday, January 4, 2010

Presidents’ Day                                Monday, February 15, 2010

Memorial Day                                    Monday, May 31, 2010

Independence Day                         Monday, July 5, 2010

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