History Professor Being Inducted into New
Mexico Broadcaster’s Association Hall Of Fame
Dr. Donald “Doc” Elder III to be honored at June 9 luncheon in Albuquerque
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Rooney Moon Broadcasting has announced that Donald “Doc” Elder, professor of history at ENMU, will be inducted into the New Mexico Broadcasters Association Hall Of Fame during the NMBA’s convention in June. Rooney Moon Broadcasting has announced that Donald “Doc” Elder, professor of history at ENMU, will be inducted into the New Mexico Broadcasters Association Hall Of Fame during the NMBA’s convention in June. This award is presented to an individual or entity who has illustrated, over time, a consistent and unique impact on the broadcast industry in New Mexico. |
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The nominee’s contributions may have resulted in a wide range of outcomes, including, but not limited to, enhancing the quality of broadcasting in New Mexico and improving service to their community through their broadcasting efforts.
While Doc is receiving this award for his contribution to broadcasting, he’s also a published author, and professor of note; Doc was born in Farmington, Minn., and grew up in Marshalltown, Iowa. He went to Northwestern University, and received a teaching certificate from the University of Northern Iowa.
He taught high school and coached in Vinton, Iowa, for nine years. Leaving teaching, he went to graduate school at the University of California, San Diego, where he received his Ph.D. He has been at Eastern New Mexico University since 1995 and was promoted to full professor in 2002.
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Doc is the “Voice of the Greyhounds” as the radio announcer for Eastern New Mexico University football, basketball and baseball games, and is the co-host of a local radio show on KSEL-FM 105.9 KSEL Country. He spent many years calling the action for Portales Rams games, and has done play by play for countless EPAC basketball games, and many small town sports championships. Doc has been on the air in eastern New Mexico since 1996.
Steve Rooney, president and general manager of Rooney Moon Broadcasting said, “We’re thrilled that the NMBA has seen fit to honor Doc with this award. Doc has touched thousands of lives with his professional and caring approach to broadcasting small-town sports. There’s never been a game that’s too small or too far that Doc wouldn’t go out of his way to cover it for the community. Doc is a class act, and we’re proud of him.”
Doc will be recognized at a New Mexico Broadcaster’s Association luncheon on Saturday, June 9, at the Albuquerque Marriott.
Draco Miller Named Director at Campus Union
story and profile photo by Jacob Caffrey
Communication Services
Some of the most important moments of Draco's life happened in Portales. |
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As of June 11, Draco will begin his new position as director of Campus Life and Student Activities. Draco is a very positive person with lots of energy. He says “I’m happy to have this position and I look forward to this opportunity. I have many ideas.” |
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We know he will bring some exciting activities and ideas for our students.”
Dr. Haislett also expressed her sincere appreciation to Angela Ayers for the great job she did as interim director. “Angela really stepped up when we needed her,” says Dr. Haislett, and the program never missed a beat. Having both Draco and Angela together will make a great team. They both are dedicated to the success of our students and enjoy collaborating to make ENMU a student-focused university.”
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| Draco and Deedy were married in New Orleans |
As a native of Brownwood, Texas, Draco grew up as a “normal kid in a two-parent home” and participated in many community service projects. He also took a major interest in sports, particularly football, which is his favorite. Draco became a big Nebraska Cornhusker fan and remains one to this day. He also has an older sister, and a younger sister who just graduated from high school.
Draco first came to ENMU as an undergraduate football player in 1999 and majored in education with a minor in health and physical education. Immediately after graduation, he continued his education at ENMU in 2004 as a graduate assistant majoring in health and physical education with an emphasis in sports administration, earning his master’s.
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When asked what his impression of Portales and ENMU was, he reacted positively. “I love the community,” says Draco. “I expected to leave right after graduation, but look where I am now.”
Draco said that some of the most important moments of his life happened in Portales. It is where he met his wife, Deedy. They will celebrate their second anniversary on June 5. Portales is also where he had his daughter, Daija, who is nine months. She has already begun attending campus events, with her debut at the Student Leadership Banquet in April of this year.
In addition to football, Draco’s hobbies include landscaping and collecting Mafia movies and paraphernalia. One of his favorite Mafia possessions is his Godfather poster which he will put up in his office in the CUB.
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Draco is very excited for this next chapter in his life. He says he is going to start thinking outside of the box for the students. His life philosophy is: “No Excuses, No Exceptions, Strive for Perfection.”
Draco is looking forward to applying this principle to this new position and to help all ENMU students have a more enjoyable college experience.
| Audio Alert | Radio Spot |
Listen to a 30-second radio spot currently airing on Clovis and Portales stations promoting summer school at ENMU. – [audio] |
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| Talent Search Chess Night (photos by Wendel Sloan) |
 Talent Search sponsored another chess night on Thursday afternoon in the Campus Union Building. This time students from Portales High School participated. |
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Talent Search director Doris Anaya presented a chess set to Daniel Wattenbarger, whose name was selected in a drawing. |
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Receiving participation plaques were (L-R): Martin Vargas, Daniel Wattenbarger, Maribel Ramirez, Ely Chavez and Beth Blair. |
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After the competition, participants were treated to a meal at Cattle Baron. |
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Participating in the chess night were (front row, L-R): Maribel Ramirez, Ely Chavez, Daniel Wattenbarger, Martin Vargas and Elizabeth (Beth) Blair. Talent Search staff and volunteers who helped were (back row, L-R) Doris Anaya, Kenny Prince, Wendel Sloan, Emilia Martinez and Marthella Lewis. Taking this photo, but preferring not to be photographed was Talent search staff member Lenna Rolan. |
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| Practicing Green Transportation? (photo by Wendel Sloan) |
| Up On the Roof |
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The Monday Memo editor took this photo of the recent lunar eclipse from the top of his roof. (photo by Wendel Sloan) |
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