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Only Treats for Bond C Voters

Noelle Bartl took this photo at Papa Murphy's in Portales. ENMU Student Alan Bolstad decorated this pumpkin for Papa Murphy's pumpkin decorating contest.

Letter to the Editor

Dear Editor,

I’d like to thank my good friends at the PNT for allowing me to address you. I know you’d rather read the very interesting articles that Alisa Boswell, Christina Calloway, and my other good friends at the newspaper have written, so I promise I’ll be (for once) brief and concise.

I’d like to ask you to vote in favor of Bond C in the upcoming general election. I know I have a vested interest since I have an office in the building that will be renovated if the bond passes, but I can assure you that your tax dollars will not be used to provide faculty members with rooms that resemble a suite at the Luxor. Rather, the bond (which will not raise your current taxes) will allow us to renovate and upgrade the classrooms in the Jack Williamson Liberal Arts Building.

We have great personnel working for the Physical Plant at ENMU, but there is only so much that Ted Fares and his crews can do with a 50-year-old building. In addition, if we want our students to be competitive in the 21st century global economy, we need to have classrooms that utilize all of the technological tools at the disposal of public education.

I’ll make you an offer: if you’re still not sure how to vote, come to the JWLA between now and Election Day and I’ll give you a tour. I am confident that once you see the ceilings, light fixtures and classrooms where the most advanced learning tool is a new piece of chalk, you’ll be in favor of voting for Bond C.

If not, I’ll give you a piece of leftover Halloween candy. How’s that for a deal?

Yours truly,

Donald “Doc” Elder

Letter to the Editor

Neighbors and fellow New Mexico voters:

The election is tomorrow. Whether or not you’ve been following the ads and debates, or even arguing politics with friends and family on Facebook, the brightest spots on the New Mexico ballot are G.O. Bonds “B” and "C." Vote "YES" for both, please!

With Bond C for Higher Education, NM colleges and universities will receive needed support to renovate and maintain facilities on campuses all over the state. There will be *NO* increases in taxation. The best part? ENMU will receive funds toward the renovation of the Jack Williamson Liberal Arts Building. That means that the most heavily used classroom building on campus will be updated so that our initial investments can be preserved and students can learn in a better setting.

I am an ENMU freshman and a recent Portales High School honors graduate, born and raised in this town. My mom works in JWLA, so I’ve hung around the building a lot over the past 18 years.

Built in 1961, JWLA has been carefully maintained, but there are just so many times you can patch up a leaky roof, find temporary fixes for the structure, and make do with classrooms that have not quite caught up to the 21st century. I don’t think there are any ENMU students who haven’t had classes in the LA building, and we should be able to be proud of the facilities, just like we are with the Science, Music, Arts and Anthropology renovations that have been generously funded through recent bond support.

Bond “B” will provide funding for public and academic libraries across the state. As Benjamin Franklin once said: “"An investment in knowledge pays the best interest." Both of these bonds, then, represent an excellent investment in our future!

Renovations don’t just help us to be good stewards of our older facilities – they bring work and extra business to town and they make it easier for us to keep up Portales Pride! I would especially like to challenge all young people like me to get out and vote!

We’ve all waited at least 18 years to have this right and it’s high time we use it to do something good for ourselves and for our community. Please don’t waste the power of your opinion by not getting out to vote, or by forgetting to turn your ballot over to make your mark on the very last questions.

If you’re an ENMU student, future student or alum, please don’t forget to tell your family and friends from all over the state to vote, and to vote "yes" for G.O. Bonds “B” and "C"!

Thank you!

Veronica Ayala

Bond C Article on Front Page of Albuquerque Journal

Bond Backers Take No Chances With Education
By Deborah Baker / Journal Staff Writeron Thu, Nov 1, 2012

SANTA FE – When a statewide bond issue for higher education was rejected two years ago by a whisker – the equivalent of just over a half-vote per precinct – disappointed supporters concluded it was doomed in large part by the tax hike it would have caused.
So this year, bond backers are taking no chances: “WITH NO TAX INCREASE!” read the ads and the billboards for the $120 million in general obligation bonds for higher education on the Nov. 6 ballot.

New Mexico’s colleges and universities rely on the bonds for money to construct and maintain their buildings. This year, it’s mostly about renovations: only two of the 29 projects that would be funded by the bond issue involve new buildings.

“It only makes sense to maintain your investment,” said Steven Gamble, president of Eastern New Mexico University in Portales, where the bond issue’s failure in 2010 forced the school to borrow money and raise tuition to pay for upgrading electrical systems and underground water pipes.

“We’re not asking for new square-footage the state would have to support; we’re looking to renovate existing facilities that are important to each and every one of our campuses,” Gamble said.

Bond C would provide $119.4 million – the remainder goes to the cost of issuing them – to institutions in 21 counties, with Bernalillo getting the biggest chunk, $30 million. Of that, $19 million would go to the chemistry and biology buildings at the University of New Mexico. Clark Hall, the chemistry building, would get $16 million of that; it has outdated labs and classrooms, inadequate infrastructure, and doesn’t meet some state and federal safety standards, according to the university.

Two years ago, a $155 million bond issue for higher education lost by 855 votes out of nearly 521,000 cast statewide. Its passage would have upped annual taxes an average of $10 on property valued at $100,000.

This year, passage of Bond C would not increase property taxes; the new bonds would replace 10-year-old bonds that are about to expire.

There are two other bond issues on the ballot this year, $10.3 million for senior citizen centers and $9.8 million for libraries. If one or more of the three questions was rejected, property tax rates would decline slightly.

Gerald Burke of Las Cruces, a retired New Mexico State University administrator who heads GO Bonds for Education, says the economy was also a big factor in the 2010 defeat.

“The economy is a little bit better now than it was then,” Burke said.

The committee has raised more than $300,000, the bulk of it from the schools’ private foundations, to get the word out about the bond issue on banners, billboards, radio and television, as well as in newspapers and before community groups.

“If there’s a Rotary or Lions club that hasn’t been talked to by me or one of my colleagues, it’s probably because we didn’t know it existed,” said ENMU’s Gamble.
Daniel López, president of New Mexico Institute of Mining and Technology, says he’s been talking to “anybody who will listen” about the bond issue.

A difference between this year and 2010 is that “you have a lot more active effort on the part of the universities, especially in their local communities,” he said.

There has been some opposition, from a group of Central New Mexico Community College instructors who say the school should instead put its energy into seeing that overworked faculty get raises.

While bond supporters can try to combat the tax worries, there’s a more elusive concern: negative publicity of any sort at an institution can turn voters against a bond issue.

At election time two years ago, there had been grumbling in the Legislature about inefficiencies in higher education generally, and the “Fire Mike Locksley” movement – he was UNM’s unpopular football coach – was gaining steam.

This year, New Mexico State University has been in the headlines because of the abrupt, unexplained resignation of President Barbara Couture and the $450,000 payout to her.

López and other supporters of the bond issue contend its passage would result in the employment of about 1,200 construction-related workers around the state.

“They’re temporary jobs, but it’s certainly a good infusion into the economy over a rather short period of time,” López said.

New Mexico Tech is the site of one of the new-construction projects: a replacement building for the Bureau of Geology and Mineral Resources, a research and service arm that functions as New Mexico’s geological survey and studies the availability of extractive resources such as oil and gas. The current facility, which also houses a mineral museum, is more than 40 years old, and López says it needs to be razed. The bond issue would provide $18 million for the project.

courtesy of the Albuquerque Journal

Groups Passing Bond C Resolutions

ENMU Board of Regents
Roosevelt County Community Development Corporation
City of Portales
ENMU Foundation Board
ENMU Alumni Association Board
ENMU Faculty Senate
ENMU Professional Employees Senate
ENMU Support Employees Senate
ENMU Student Government
ENMU Office of Communication Services

How to Attach Bond C Graphic as Your Email Signature

You can use the "Bond C" graphic above as your email signature by right-clicking on it, copying it, pasting it in to Photoshop or other photo program, then saving it on your computer.

After that, follow the instructions in the box below.

For assistance, call Wanda Newberry at 562.2123.

Sample Ballot

Bond C on Back of Ballot

Bond C is the last item on the back of the ballot for the Nov. 6 General Election.

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The Monday Memo is a weekly electronic newsletter published for the faculty and staff of Eastern New Mexico University. The editor is Wendel Sloan.

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New Instructor Worked for Mind Research Network
by Shantiana White
Communication Services

“Being in a learning mode is always likely to lead to success." – Konni Wallace

Konni Wallace, instructor of accounting, previously worked for The Mind Research Network, an independent nonprofit research organization that studies mental illnesses and brain disorders.

Konni Wallace

She commuted from Moriarty to Albuquerque until her husband, Jeff Wallace, received a job teaching high school agriculture in Floyd and they moved to the Portales area for his job and to be closer to their extended family.

“I started telecommuting for The Mind Research Network after the move while my kids attended school. Telecommuting had super flexible hours and allowed for better time management because I was only accessible to anyone electronically,” said the public accountant.

The telecommuter worked from her house for five years until her job ended when the company merged with another.

“After that, I came across the accounting instructor opportunity at ENMU. This seemed like the right opportunity to explore a different career path. I really enjoy this job and working in the academic environment,” said the Melrose High School graduate.

Jeff and Konni Wallace at a Texas Rangers baseball game, with an evil Red sox fan in the background

Mrs. Wallace is adapting to working in an office/classroom environment, which was a big adjustment after working at home.

This year, Mrs. Wallace wants to develop good teaching skills, methods and strategies before setting any future career goals or plans.

“Being in a learning mode is always likely to lead to success,” she said.

The New Mexico native attended undergraduate school at ENMU for two years, then received her B.B.A. in finance at New Mexico State University and M.B.A. in general management from the University of New Mexico.

“I come from a family of teachers and they sometimes get together for ‘teacher talk.’ My family jokes about me becoming a teacher because, when I was younger, I wanted to go into any profession except teaching. I guess it may be in our blood after all,” said this family-oriented person.

Mrs. Wallace has three children that attend Floyd Schools. Sons Lane (16) and Jase (13), and daughter Ryan (11). She keeps very busy with her kids’ school and recreational activities. She coaches Ryan’s 5th-6th grade volleyball team and is also the 4-H leader for Floyd Club, which all her kids participate in.

Sons Lane (16) and Jase (13) and daughter Ryan (11)

“I want to help my children achieve their goals and prepare them for adult life,” said the mom of three.

Family relationships, religious beliefs and keeping the right perspective about life are central to Mrs. Wallace’s life.

“Family comes first and career second, but both help you enjoy and live a rewarding life,” said the new instructor.

Students Having Success Thanks to STEM Program
by Dr. Ken Cradock
Associate Professor of Biology
(photos by Robin May and Karen Doherty)

Students have success after participation in the HSI STEM Undergraduate Research Program.
As many of you are aware, ENMU is just starting its second year of a five-year HSI STEM grant from the U.S. Department of Education.

A significant part of this involves engaging undergraduate students in research experiences. We established a competitive program this past summer. Interested students pursuing a STEM degree submitted applications to the grant office and were then interviewed. Finally, a group of eight successful applicants was selected (we have nine this fall) to conduct research with a faculty member here at ENMU. Two of them recently presented the work they conducted at regional conferences:

Machelle Martinez (working under Dr. Elliott Stollar, Chemistry) garnered a first-place finish with her poster presentation in the Physical Science Division, of the 2012 New Mexico AMP Student Research Conference (Oct. 5, 2012, New Mexico State University). Machelle’s project was titled “Development of Two Complementary Assays Probing Protein Stability/Interaction in a Plate Reader.”

Trace Schwerman (working under Dr. Matt Barlow, Biology) received second place for his poster presentation in the Biological Sciences Division West Texas STEM Conference (October 5-6, 2012, Midland College, Midland, Texas). Trace was first author on his research project titled “The Effects of Estrogen on Vascular Conductance to Exercising Muscle in Women with Metabolic Syndrome.”

Co-authors include M. Carmen Arana-Verdiales and Meghan Howard, “summer 2012” HSI STEM Grant undergraduate researchers, as well as Robert Restaino, Ryan Ayers and Aaron Blankenship.

The HSI STEM team would like to extend our hearty congratulations to these two young researchers, their mentors, and co-investigators. They have set a wonderful example for others to follow.

The Beginning of FriendSpeak for Students
by Shantiana White
Communication Services

David Heflin, pastor for the Church of Christ (preacher for the Third and Kilgore Church of Christ), is starting FriendSpeak at the Church of Christ Student Center to reach out to ENMU international students to help improve their conversational English.

David Heflin (right) with a student in Thailand

FriendSpeak is the domestic side of the international program “Let’s Start Talking” and has been around for 15 years to help international students who are in the U.S. and Canada.

“It is a one-on-one setting with a reader, who is an international student at ENMU, and a FriendSpeak volunteer who work out of a workbook based of the book of Luke,” said the Valley View, Texas, native.

This church-based program is designed to help those who know some English by practicing with someone who is English efficient.

“We want them to feel like they are in a comfortable setting,” said Mr. Heflin.

The volunteers are members of the Church of Christ who have been trained to teach conversational English, but don’t have to know any other language because the session is completely conducted in English.

“I have been to Thailand and Japan (Thailand, Japan, and several other countries) to help others practice. My wife has been (recently returned from China) to China,” said the three-year Portales resident.

In order to go overseas, volunteers have to raise money and usually stay in a specific country for about two weeks.

“I have worked with (over a) 100 people; everyone enjoys it and gains experience (confidence) from it,” said the father of three.

Olga, who is from Kazakhstan, is one international student who has attended a one-on-one session.

“If we can get off the ground, we are planning to have a group party around Thanksgiving,” said Mr. Heflin.

FriendSpeak is open to anyone who wants an opportunity to gain confidence in English and make a friend from the United States.

Those interested can also go to the Church of Christ Student Center on Tuesdays from 4:45-5:15 p.m. to get an idea of what it is about.

If interested, contact Mr. Heflin at 575.607.6080 or email him at dgkeheflin@gmail.com to schedule a session.

Keeping Gale-Force Winds Out
(photos by Wendel Sloan)

Gene Salaz, carpenter at the Physical Plant, was weather-stripping windows on Thursday in the Monday Memo headquarters. Gene, married to Betty Salaz of the Campus Post Office, has been with Eastern since 1980. He wa a 2011 Spirit of Eastern recipient. He has just been named the 2012 recipient of the "Keeping Mondy Memo Employees from Freezing Award."

This is the box that the weather-stripping material came in. Thanks to Gene's work, the Monday Memo staff should no longer experience gale-force winds inside the office.

Timber!

Physical Plant replacing the cooling tower at Roosevelt Hall (photo by Ted Fares)

Hobo Designer

(photo by Wendel Sloan)

You Better Not...

Vote Against Bond C!

(photos by Shantiana White)

Trick or Treat Baseball
(photos by Shantiana White)

photos by Jim Dodson

Stefan Kiesbye Book Reading
(photos by Shantiana White)

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Dr. Michael F. Shaughnessy and Dr. S. Fulgham of West Texas A & M have two papers appearing in the latest edition of Educational Technology, VOL LII, no 6.

One-Year Memoriam: Kevin Gardels

Kevin Gardels, who taught "History of Rock and Roll" and religion courses at ENMU, passed away on Nov. 5, 2011.

His wife, Maggie, says that teaching "became the love of his life. He wished that he would of known sooner that teaching was his calling."

He also taught courses for Upward Bound.

Maggie says about the one-year anniversary of Kevin's death:

"I have butterflies in my stomach. The closer it gets to the day he died the more anxious I get. I just wanted some type of closure for myself since I have been struggling in grief the whole year.

"I want to let him know that I will never forget him. He will be in my heart forever. He was, after all, my first love and we dated for three months then got married.

"We were married for 34 years. I spent my whole life with Kevin.
There will never be another."

(above) Maggie and Kevin

(right) Kevin as a DJ

Maggie's Tribute to Kevin

Kevin Mark Gardels
March 7, 1957 – November 5, 2011

In Loving Memory

A year has passed…It is a time for gentleness and for healing.
And the hand of God is ever near and ready
Memory of the kindred spirit we knew as
Husband, father, friend will be forever cherished.
We give thanks for having known him.
Kevin Mark Gardels
Not only does love never fail…
It also never ends.

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Google on Campus Today – Please be aware that there are 11 representatives from Google Map photographing the campus buildings and grounds which will be used to map the campus on Google.

Professor Requests Help for Hurricane Sandy Victims – In the recent fire that burnt over 100 homes in Rockaways, New York City, during Hurricane Sandy, my brother-in-law, Cass Tibbets, and his family (wife, daughter, and three-month-old baby) lost everything. We are requesting donations on their behalf.

Donations can be made at JP Stone Community Bank in Portales. Thank you for your consideration.

Ken Cradock
Associate Professor, Department of Biology
562.2078

Online Streaming Available for Tick, Tick

Tick, Tick, the first production in the Department of Communication's new radio drama series Theater of the Mind, is now available for online streaming! This all-original, sinister Halloween-themed drama was produced by students in the Department of Communication and written and directed by Dr. Jim Lee.

To listen to the program click here: http://soundcloud.com/houndbytes/tick-tick

For more information about Theater of the Mind and to find out how you can get involved with the next production, contact Dr. Lee at 575.562.4228 or James.Lee@enmu.edu.

Support Senate Seeking Donations

Thanksgiving Basket Raffle – Psyched In, a psychology club, is hosting a Thanksgiving Basket Raffle to raise money to help VOICES purchase and deliver Thanksgiving baskets to those less fortunate in the area. The baskets will have food, plates, utensils and napkins.

Circle K, Psyched In and VOICES will be in the front of Super Save supermarket on W 18th St. in Portales from Saturday, Nov. 3, through Sunday, Nov. 11, to receive nonperishable food and monetary donations from the community.

Half the money raised will go to a charity the group members decide on. The winner of the raffle will be called on Nov. 18 and can claim the Thanksgiving basket in the psychology office in the College of Business Building.

Tickets are $3 each and can be purchased from a Psyched In member.

“Psyched In has a great group of people who are motivated and active,” said Dr. Mary Shuttlesworth, adviser of Psyched In. This year, there are 20-30 members.

The organization “accepts all students to participate in things such as movie nights and reaching out to the community. We are becoming a noticed force,” said Tracy Counts, club treasurer.

If interested in joining, or wondering what's Psyched In or helping out, call: 575.562.2257 or email Tyrel Arington at Tyrel.arington@enmu.edu, Jennifer Morrison at Jennifer.morrison@enmu.edu, Mary Shuttlesworth at Mary.Shuttlesworth@enmu.edu or Tracy Counts at Tracy.Counts@enmu.edu.

Faculty Lecture on Black Panthers on November 7 – The Department of Communication invites you to attend the final lecture in its annual faculty lecture series. On Wednesday, Nov. 7, from 5:30-7 p.m., Dr. Amanda Davis Gatchet will present her work titled “David, Goliath, and the Black Panthers: The Paradox of the Oppressed Militant in the Rhetoric of Self-Defense” in the Art and Anthropology Building, Room 110.

The lecture is free and open to the public.

For more information, call Dr. Gatchet at 562.2272.

Wellness Wednesday on November 7 – Event: Wellness Wednesday - Stress
Time: Wednesday, Nov 7 - 11:30 a.m. -1:15 p.m.
Location: CUB Lobby
Sponsored by ENMU Counseling and Career Services and Health Services More Info: Free Raffle. It's true - you really do feel what you eat. Come find out which foods can help relieve stress, promote positive feelings, and keep you focused and alert.

Heroic Dogs on Campus for Veterans' Day on November 12 – Sponsor: Native Affairs at 562.2470 or enmu.nativeamericanaffairs@enmu.edu
Title: Veteran's Day: Cannon Air Force Base- Heroic Dogs
Date: Monday, Nov. 12
Time: Noon
Location: Veteran's Memorial outside by Dallan Sanders Patio (weather permitting)/Ballroom (in case of inclement weather)
Description: Honoring Veterans and commemorating heroic dogs. Guest speakers from Cannon Air Force Base. Program will consist of:
*        Presentation of Honor Guard
*        Welcome and Introduction of Native American Affairs - Remembering Navajo Code Talkers
*        Lt. Col. McGuire speech
*        President Gamble speech
*        Dr. Elliott speech
*        TSgt. Emington, Kennel Master and military dogs' demonstration

Reminder About P-Card Missing Receipt Form – Please remember that if you use the Missing Receipt Form, both you and your supervisor must sign it. Signing the p-card statement is not a substitute for signing the Missing Receipt Form.

Justice League Garage Sale on November 15 – The ENMU Justice League is having a Garage Sale Fundraiser and we are asking for donations. If you have anything you want to get rid of or would like to donate we would greatly appreciate your contribution.

All proceeds are going towards our group's various trips. If you have anything to donate please contact Robert Zamora, Shelby Hatch, or any of the Justice League members.

The Garage sale will be Nov.15. Location is yet to be determined.

Contact:
Robert Zamora

robert.zamora@enmu.edu<mailto:robert.zamora@enmu.edu>

Shelby Hatch
shelby.hatch@enmu.edu<mailto:shelby.hatch@enmu.edu>

KENW-TV Membership Drive Starts November 24 – KENW-TV’s Winterfest 2012 Membership Drive is just around the corner. Support KENW-TV by volunteering your time to answer telephones for a few hours during Nov. 24 – Dec. 2. If you are interested in helping, please call Rena Garrett at 562.2112 or email at rena.garrett@enmu.edu .

Thank you. Your help is greatly appreciated.

Winterfest 2012
November 24 – December 2

KENW-TV’s Winter Membership Drive

KENW-TV invites our viewers to join us for Winterfest 2012.
Here’s a listing of some of the entertaining programs we will be broadcasting!

Program Name Day – Date – Time

Doo Wop Discoveries Saturday – 11/24 7:00 pm
Motown: Big Hits and More Saturday – 11/24 9:00 pm
Boundless Potential with Mark Walton Sunday – 11/25 11:30 am
Ed Slott’s Retirement Rescue Sunday – 11/25 5:00 pm
Christmas with Nathan Pacheco Sunday – 11/25 6:30 pm
Masterpiece: Downton Abbey Revisited Sunday – 11/25 8:00 pm
Rod Stewart: Merry Christmas, Baby Sunday – 11/25 9:30 pm
A Fiddler’s Holiday Monday – 11/26 7:00 pm
Jesse Cook Live in Concert Monday – 11/26 8:00 pm
Muddy Waters & The Rolling Stones Live Monday – 11/26 9:30 pm
The Heart of Perfect Health with Brenda W. Tuesday – 11/27 7:00 pm
Super Brain with Dr. Rudy Tanzi Tuesday – 11/27 8:30 pm
Nature: Animal Odd Couples Wednesday – 11/28 7:00 pm
Celtic Woman: Believe Wednesday – 11/28 8:30 pm
Motown: Big Hits and More Thursday – 11/29 7:00 pm
Ed Sullivan’s Top Performers 1966-1969 Thursday – 11/29 9:00 pm
Masterpiece: Downton Abbey Revisited Friday – 11/30 10:00 pm
Leonard Cohen Live in London Saturday – 12/01 6:30 pm
Muddy Waters & The Rolling Stones Live Saturday – 12/01 9:00 pm
Dr. Fuhrman’s Immunity Solution Sunday – 12/02 2:30 pm
Doo Wop Discoveries Sunday – 12/02 5:00 pm
Tenors: Lead with Your Heart Sunday – 12/02 7:00 pm

Be sure to tune in to KENW – TV, channel 3.Your support makes it all possible. We are your PBS station.

Employees Required to Complete Flexible Spending Account Form – Employees are required to complete a Flexible Spending Account 2013 Enrollment Form even they are choosing not to participate. Please see below for more detailed information. **

OPEN/SWITCH ENROLLMENT IS FROM OCTOBER 29, 2012 - NOVEMBER 26, 2012 – The New Mexico Public Schools Insurance Authority (NMPSIA) is offering the following switch and open enrollment opportunities. Premium changes for these adjustments will be made on the December payroll deductions for coverage changes effective January 1, 2013.

For more detailed information regarding the Health and Dental Insurance plans, please reference the NMPSIA Program Guide online at https://nmpsia.com/members.html This guide provides you with valuable information on benefit options, enrollment and coverage amounts that can assist you in making an informed decision. For information on the Vision Insurance plan, Davis Vision, visit their website at http://www.davisvision.com/

Note: If you are enrolling or adding a dependent during the switch/open enrollment period you must present to Human Resources the original supportive documentation to prove your dependents meet the eligibility requirements. Call HR at 562-2115 if you have questions regarding the documentation required.

1. Flexible Spending Accounts - ACTION REQUIRED Spending Account (FSA) Enrollment-Medical & Dependent Care All benefit eligible employees must complete the Flexible Spending Account 2013 Enrollment Form even if you are waiving this benefit. The contribution limit for the Medical FSA has been decreased this year to a limit of $2,500 ($104.17 max contribution per pay check) since the healthcare reform passed. The contribution limit for the Dependent Care FSA is $5,000. This form is available in the Human Resources Office or online at http://inside.enmu.edu/forms/hr. You must print the form and submit it to Human Resources no later than Monday, November 26, 2012. Last year we implemented the Cafeteria Plan Debit Card that can be used to pay for qualified medical expenses (outlined in the IRS Publications 502 and 503). A list of eligible expenses as well as FAQ's are available online at http://inside.enmu.edu/forms/hr

2. Health Insurance Switch Enrollment
Employees who are currently participating in one of the ENMU health insurance plans now have the opportunity to "switch" their enrollment between plans. The health plans offered are Blue Cross/Blue Shield and Presbyterian. Employees may also "switch" their coverage options between high and low during this time as well. Employees interested in "switching" health insurance plans or coverage options should complete a Health and Dental Insurance Switch Form available in the Human Resources Office or online at http://inside.enmu.edu/forms/hr You must print the form and submit it, with any other required documentation for dependents, to Human Resources no later than Monday, November 26, 2012.

3. Dental Insurance Open Enrollment
Open enrollment for United Concordia dental insurance is now being offered to employees who are eligible for insurance benefits but are not currently enrolled for dental coverage. Employees wishing to enroll for dental insurance during open enrollment may choose between the United Concordia high and low options. Employees interested in enrolling need to complete the Dental Insurance New Enrollment Form available in the Human Resources Office or online at http://inside.enmu.edu/forms/hr You must print the form and submit it, with any other required documentation for dependents, to Human Resources no later than Monday, November 26, 2012.

4. Dental Insurance Switch Enrollment
Employees who are participating in an ENMU United Concordia dental insurance plan now have the opportunity to "switch" their coverage option between the high and low options. Employees interested in "switching" dental coverage options should complete a Health and Dental Insurance Switch Form, available in the Human Resources Office or online at http://inside.enmu.edu/forms/hr You must print the form and submit it, with any other required documentation for dependents, to Human Resources no later than Monday, November 26, 2012.

5. Vision Insurance Open Enrollment
Employees who are not currently covered by the ENMU vision insurance plan (Davis Vision) may now enroll for 2013 coverage. Employees interested in enrolling need to complete the Vision Enrollment Form available in the Human Resources Office or online at http://inside.enmu.edu/forms/hr or in the Human Resources Office. You must print the form and submit it to Human Resources no later than Monday, November 26, 2012.

6. Medical Premium Tax-Shelter Plan
All employees who currently have medical, dental or vision insurance coverage have the option to change their tax-shelter status. Tax-shelter forms are available in the Human Resources Office or online at http://inside.enmu.edu/forms/hr.

7. AFLAC - Critical Illness Policy
This policy is a cancer/heart attack and stroke combination policy that pays ABOVE AND BEYOND, or in addition, to their major medical coverage. The policy is intended to assist with the high out of pocket expenses with those illnesses. The plan covers children for free, and coverage begins from the day they sign the application. Mr. Josh Butler can be contacted at 806-683-7909 or via email at joshua_butler@us.aflac.com<mailto:joshua_butler@us.aflac.com<mailto:joshua_butler@us.aflac.com%3cmailto:joshua_butler@us.aflac.com>>

If you have questions or concerns about this information, please contact Human Resources at 562-2115 or stop by the HR Office located in the Administration Building Room 113.

Who Helped the Dogs Out?...Complete Sodexo Survey – Help our mascots out by completing our survey. For each completed survey, Sodexo will donate $1 to Vic and Tory.

Please let us know about your dining experience in Ground Zero or the Dining Hall. We strive to make everyday better and we need your help to do that.

Click here for the survey: www.http://vcil.cc/b77m13o

Joshua McVey
Marketing
Sodexo
575.693.0491
joshua.mcvey@sodexo.com

SAS Parking Lot Closed – The parking lot north of the SAS Building will be closed this week to xeriscape the area.

For more information, call the Physical Plant at 2511.

Portal Training Scheduled

The ENMU Portal - Home for Students/Staff/Faculty

Everyone at ENMU is encouraged to log-on to the portal (use your computer user name and password) and check out the amazing features the portal has. Most everything you need to make your day a success is right at your fingertips.

The Portal will take place of MyENMU and will provide single sign-on function that gives the user access to most of the software offered by ENMU, including email, Banner, Blackboard, University Calendar and the ability to personalize. So login today!

Portal Training Schedule – The Staff Development Team is scheduling training for the new MyENMU Portal. The Portal will take place of MyENMU and will provide single sign-on function that gives the user access to most of the software offered by ENMU including email, Banner, Blackboard, University Calendar and the ability to personalize.

The Portal is currently in the final testing phase and we are encouraging everyone to begin the transition and to provide feedback. The trainings are open to the staff, faculty and students.

Below is a list of the scheduled trainings. Note that the trainings will be offered on Tuesdays and Wednesdays in both morning and afternoon (45 minute) sessions and will be held at several different locations so that it will be more convenient to attend. If you would like to get training on the MyENMU Portal, contact the Staff Development office at ext. 4323 and reserve at seat. Seating is limited.

Date	Building	Rooms	AM	Building	Rooms	PM
Date	Building	Rooms	Time	Building	Rooms	Time
Tues. 11/6	COB	130	9 - 9:45	COB	130	3:30-4:15
Wed. 11/7	UCC	108	11-11:45	COB	130	4-4:45
Tues. 11/13	UCC	108	11-11:45	UCC	108	2-2:45
Wed. 11/14	UCC	107	8 -8:45	UCC	108	2-2:45
Tues. 11/20	ED	130	8:15 - 9	EDU	130	3-3:45
Tues. 11/27	COB	130	9 - 9:45	COB	130	3:30-4:15
Wed. 11/28	UCC	108	10-11:00	UCC	108	2-2:45
Tues. 12/11	UCC	108	10-10:45	UCC	108	1:30-2:15
Wed. 12/12	UCC	108	10-10:45	UCC	108	1:30-2:15
Tues. 12/18	UCC	108	10-10:45	UCC	108	1:30-2:15
Wed. 12/19	UCC	108	10-10:45	UCC	108	1:30-2:15

United Way Update for ENMU – Would you like to help us make a difference? Please send in your pledge card or donation to Eastern New Mexico United Way today. Together, we will be able to help families and individuals not only meet essential daily needs, but work toward a brighter future with programs and support provided by United Way.

If you need more information regarding United Way’s programs and projects, or a pledge card for you, call 562.2113 or contact patrice.caldwell@enmu.edu or janice.cowen@enmu.

Green and Silver View Set for November 17 – Please mark your calendar for this year's Green and Silver View, Eastern's preview day for high school seniors, on Nov.17. The day will be informational and fun for prospective students and their parents who will learn about academic programs, student services and tour the campus.

The Office of Enrollment Services invites all departments and organizations on campus to have an information table at the fair on from 11:30 a.m. to1:15 p.m. in the CUB Ballroom.

For more information and to reserve your table at the fair, contact Stephanie McClary by Nov. 9 at stephanie.mcclary@enmu.edu or 562.2985.

Note: ENMU has a separate preview day held in the spring for high school juniors.

POPS Dinner Concert Set for November 10
by Dr. Patrice Cadwell

The musical event of the fall season is just around the corner. The University Friends of Music will host their annual Pops Dinner Concert on Saturday, Nov. 10, at 7 p.m. in the Campus Union Ballroom. Diners can join ENMU’s Wind Symphony and Jazz Ensemble for a wonderful evening of entertainment and fine dining and support scholarships for music students at the same time.

Under the direction of conductor, Mr. Dustin Seifert, the student musicians of the ENMU Wind Symphony have prepared a repertoire that will please all musical palates. As an added attraction, the student Jazz Ensemble, under the director of Dr. Ann Bradfield, will also perform.

With an autumn décor and the POPS traditional black and gold musical notes festooning the tables, the event will feature a gourmet meal of pork medallions, rice pilaf and green beans, with salad, hot rolls, and chocolate cake or cheesecake for dessert. Vegetarian options are also available, if pre-ordered. Over coffee, diners can compete in the “Name that Tune!” contest, an annual test of musical savvy and tune recognition. The contest winner conducts the Wind Symphony in a rousing version of the John Philip Souza classic, “The Stars and Stripes Forever.”

Tickets are $30 per person ($20 for active military) and will be sold by mail only. Send check or money order to POPS Dinner Concert, 112 Texas Drive, Portales, NM 88130.

Don’t miss this opportunity to support scholarships for ENMU music students with an evening of great music and fine dining.

For more information, call 575.356.6591 or 575.562.2377.

General Education and Curriculum Committee Calendar and Deadlines

Curriculum Calendar

Curriculum Deadlines

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Medical Leave Bank Open for Business – Enrollment for the Medical Leave Bank is now open and continues through Nov. 30. If you are already a member in the Medical Leave Bank and wish to cancel your membership you have until Nov. 30 to provide a written request to the Office of Human Resources.

The purpose of the Medical Leave Bank is to provide salary and benefits continuation for eligible employees of Eastern New Mexico University (the University) who have exhausted all paid annual leave, medical leave and compensatory time due to their own catastrophic illness, injury or impairment. The Medical Leave Bank is a voluntary program that allows employees to donate a portion of their annual medical leave to assist employees who are eligible under the program.

Initial assessment upon enrollment is three days (24 hours) of sick leave. Policy AGP&P 40-15 and enrollment forms are available online at Inside ENMU/Forms/Human Resources/Medical Leave Bank. If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to contact the Office of Human Resources at 562.2115 or stop by ADMIN 113.

Policy on Political Postings

Elections in November promise to be hotly contested. I'd like to take this opportunity to remind everyone of the University policy governing the display of campaign posters or placards on University property.

As an institution of higher learning we are a forum for free speech. However, campaign materials for any individual seeking public office may not be posted or displayed on University property, except in designated areas.
There are three designated areas: the large bulletin board at the south entrance of the Campus Union, the kiosk at the south entrance to Golden Library, and the southwest lounge in Golden Library.

Students may display any posters they wish in their own residence hall rooms. Faculty may display posters in their offices. However, doors and windows cannot be used for any posting.

The University publishes a map (http://www.enmu.edu/events/political-postings/) indicating the streets that are University property (no posting allowed) and other streets and areas near campus where posting is allowed with the property owners' permission (for example, in front of the Kappa Sigma fraternity, Baptist Student Union, or Wesley Foundation).

The University is very willing to welcome speakers (when sponsored by recognized campus groups) to debate campaign issues.

If you have any questions regarding this policy, questions about posting, or concerns about allowable campaign displays, please contact the office of the University President, 562.2121.

Employess Invited to Monthly Professional Senate Meetings (Next Meeting on November 13)

Professional employees are invited to join the monthly Senate meetings in the KENW Conference room at 3:30 pm. The November meeting will be held on Nov.13 instead of the third Tuesday of the month as regularly scheduled. All exempt employees are welcome to attend meetings and voice their opinion, as well as notify their constituency Senator to raise issues for them. Please notify the Senate of issues you feel we need to address under the authority of our charge which states:

“The Senate is the official body representing the professional employees to the university administration and to the Board of Regents, and serves as liaison between the administration and the professional employees. The following indicates the responsibilities of the Senate; to disseminate information; to advise the president on matters of note; to discuss significant issues; to initiate and respond to university policy and procedure, and to investigate areas of concern.”

Mike Wuest
Professional Senate President
562.2468
Email: mike.wuest@enmu.edu

Purchasing Card Deadlines

Here are the 2012-2013 deadlines for the Purchasing Card Statements:

Cycle Ending Date-Midnight Statement Due Date Posting Deadline

Friday, November 23, 2012 Noon, Wednesday, November 28, 2012 12/06/12

Monday, December 24, 2012 Noon, Friday, January 4, 2013 01/08/13

Friday, January 25, 2013 Noon, Wednesday, January 30, 2013 02/05/13

Monday, February 25, 2013 Noon, Thursday, February 28, 2013 03/05/13

Monday, March 25, 2013 Noon, Thursday, March 28, 2013 04/04/13

Wednesday, April 25, 2013 Noon, Monday, April 30, 2013 05/07/13

Monday, May 27, 2013 Noon, Thursday, May 30, 2013 06/05/13

Tuesday, June 25, 2013 5 p.m., Thursday, June 27, 2013 07/05/13

Meetings

General Education Meetings 11/26/12, 2/04/13, 3/04/13, 3/18/13, 4/1/13, 4/15/13, 4/29/13

Curriculum Meetings 11/05/12, 11/19/12, 12/03/12, 01/14/13, 01/28/12, 02/11/13, 02/25/13, 03/11/13, 03/25/13, 04/08/13 All meetings will take place on Mondays at 3:30 p.m. in the KENW conference room.

Thanksgiving Holiday Break

ENMU-Portales will be closed for the Thanksgiving holiday break following the conclusion of all night classes on Tuesday, November 20, and will reopen with its normal schedule on Monday, Nov. 26. Please note that all Tuesday night (Nov 20) classes will be held as scheduled.

University buildings will be closed during this holiday period in order to save utility expenses. However, Golden Library will be open from noon to midnight on Sunday, Nov. 25.

Wednesday, Nov. 21, will be observed as a mandatory vacation day for staff.

Employees' vacation accruals will be used to cover their normal schedule on Wednesday. Employees with banked hours or insufficient leave balances should contact the office of Human Resources to inquire about the use of future vacation accumulations. Support staff may use compensatory time if balances are available. There will be no alternate assignments available for Wednesday, Nov. 21.

ENMU non-student payroll checks dated Friday, November 23, will be available for release in the Human Resources Office, Admin. 113, between 3-4:30 p.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 20. On-campus checks that are not picked up on Tuesday will be delivered via campus mail on Monday, Nov. 26. Checks mailed to off-campus addresses will be mailed on Tuesday, Nov. 20. Student checks will be available for release at the Cashier's Office on Tuesday, Nov. 20. Direct deposits will be processed as usual with a deposit date of Friday, Nov. 23.

Questions regarding the Thanksgiving break should be directed to the Office of Human Resources at 562.2115.

Approved Holidays for 2012-13

Thanksgiving Thursday and Friday, Nov. 22-23, 2012

Winter Break Close at 5 p.m., Friday, Dec. 21, 2012
Reopen at normal time, Wednesday, Jan. 2, 2013

Presidents’ Day Monday, Feb.18, 2013

Memorial Day Monday, May 27, 2013

Independence Day Thursday, July 4, 2013

Music Students Visit Children's Home
(copy and photos provided by Kayla Paulk)

On Saturday, Nov. 3, 21 freshmen vocal music majors joined together in a community service project for their Freshman Seminar class. Meeting in front of the ENMU Administration Building at 8:30 a.m., the students carpooled to the New Mexico Christian Children's Home (NMCCH) for a full morning of learning, activities and fun.

Darwin and Janice Culpepper, along with several NMCCH staff members, began the morning by sharing the mission and activities of NMCCH with the ENMU students, followed by a question-and-answer session. At 9:30 a.m., 48 children joined the ENMU students to give a well-rehearsed, inspirational sneak preview of their upcoming musical and slide presentation for their Open House on Nov. 17. Following the presentation, the ENMU students sang two selections from their Fall Choral Concert, Danny Boy and Omnia Sol, directed by Dr. Jason Paulk and accompanied by Mrs. Kayla Paulk.

Following the ENMU performance, the ENMU students gave each child a goodie bag, containing pencils, candy and pistachios, and joined the children and staff for a tour of several cottages, including the newest cottage on the property. The remainder of the morning was spent playing Ultimate Frisbee, soccer, football, along with swinging, merry-go-round, tug-of-war and simply getting to know one another.

The ENMU students unanimously agreed that, although their expectations were to be giving the gift of their time and attention to the children, they were surprised at the end of the day to realize that they were the ones who had received the greatest gift – the unexpected gift of compassion, joy and new friendships.

ENMU Hosting Student Juried Art Exhibit

Eastern New Mexico University will hold its student juried exhibition, “Politico,” from Nov. 9-Dec. 7 during normal library hours at the Runnels Gallery in the Golden Library on the Portales campus.

The exhibit will be free and open to the public.

The opening reception will be held on Friday, Nov. 9 from 3-4:30 p.m.

For more information, contact Bryan Hahn at 562.2778.

Merling Trio in Concert on November 16

The Merling Trio will be in concert on Friday, Nov. 16 at 7 p.m in Buchanan Hall in the Music Building. This will be the first concert in the University Friends of Music Guest Artist Series.

The concert is free and open to the public. For more information, call 562.2377

The program is below:

The Merling Trio
Program
Friday, November 16, 7:00 p.m.
Friends of Music, Eastern New Mexico University, Portales, NM

Piano Trio in C Major, K548                                                              Mozart
            Allegro
            Andante Cantabile
            Allegretto

Primavera Porteno Piazzolla
Otono Porteno Piazzolla

Intermission

Piano Trio No. 2 in C Minor, Op. 66 Mendelssohn

Allegro energico e con fuoco
Andante espressivo
Scherzo: Molto allegro quasi presto
Finale: Allegro appassionato

            The Merling Trio
            Susan Wiersma Uchimura, piano
            Bruce Uchimura, cello
            Renata Artman Knific, violin

Please visit the Merling Trio at merlingtrio.com, watch us on YouTube, and “like” us on Facebook!

2012 Fall Fine Arts Calendar

November

Man and Superman
Mainstage, University Theater Center at Eastern New Mexico University in Portales
Written by George Bernard Shaw and Directed by Janeice Scarbrough
Nov. 1-3, 7 p.m.
Sunday, Nov. 4, 2 p.m.
$5 General Admission, Free with current ENMU student ID
Contact: Shirlene Peters (575) 562-2711

Politico
ENMU Student Juried Exhibition
Runnels Gallery, Golden Library at Eastern New Mexico University in Portales
Nov. 9-Dec. 7 (during normal library hours)
Opening Reception, Nov. 9, 3-4:30 p.m.
Free
Contact: Bryan Hahn (575) 562-2778

POPs Concert
CUB Ballroom
7 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 10
$30 ticket admission
Contact: Patrice Caldwell (575) 562-2315

University Friends of Music Guest Artist Series
The Merling Trio
Music Building, Buchanan Hall
7 p.m. Friday, Nov. 16
Free
Contact: Kathi Fraze (575) 562-2377

All in the Timing
Studio Theatre, University Theater Center at Eastern New Mexico University in Portales
Written by David Ives and Directed by Jon Barr
Sunday, Nov. 18, 2 p.m.
Nov. 19-20, 7 p.m.
$4 General Admission, Free with current ENMU student ID
Contact: Shirlene Peters (575) 562-2711

Holiday Concert
Mainstage, University Theater Center at Eastern New Mexico University in Portales.
6:30 and 8 p.m. Friday, Nov. 30
Free
Contact: Shirlene Peters (575) 562-2711

December

Clovis Community College Cultural Arts Series presents
Sounds of the Season with Eastern New Mexico University Choirs
Marshall Auditorium, Clovis, N.M.
Saturday, Dec. 8, 7 p.m.
Tickets: $17/12
Contact: (575) 769-4035

Winners of el Día de Los Muertos Altar Contest

1st Place
“Influential Anthropology in Life and Death”
Mu Alpha Nu- Anthropology Club

2nd Place
“Tribute to Florence Nightingale”
ENMU Nursing Program

3rd Place
“The Noblest”
Zeta Tau Alpha

Native-American Month Opener
(photos by Jim Dodson)

Jacob Lee opened Native-American Month last week by asking passersby in the CUB questions about Native-American history. Those answering correctly received Dreamcatcher prizes.

Speaking of Dreamcatches

Multicultural Halloween

We think that Kevin was dressed as the "Contented Man."

Native American Heritage Month

Although the first "American Indian Day" was declared by the State of New York in 1916, a month long recognition of Native Americans was not achieved until 1990. In that year, President George Bush declared the first National American Indian Heritage Month on August 3rd. His action was based on legislation presented by Senator Daniel K. Inouye (D-Hawaii) and Congressional Delegate Eni Faleomavaega (D-American Samoa).

The Purpose of National American Indian Heritage Month is to honor and recognize the original peoples of this land. This year's heritage month theme is "Kokopelis". Kokopeli is depicted as a humpbacked flute player and represents the spirit of music in the Native culture, although he has different meanings in different tribes. The office of Native American Affairs has planned a month full of activities and events. Please contact the office with any questions at 575.562-2470 enmu.nativeamericanaffairs@enmu.edu<mailto:enmu.nativeamericanaffairs@enmu.edu>

Title: Male & Female Roles in Native American Societies
Date: Wednesday, Nov. 7th
Time: 2:00 p.m.
Location: Sandia Room
Description: Learn about the different roles that males and females have in different Native American communities in New Mexico, tribes included: Navajo Nation-Jacob Lee, Kewa Pueblo-Thomas Lovato, Laguna Pueblo-Bobbi Jo Touchin, Navajo Nation-Jeraldine Henio - Miss Native American ENMU 2011-2012

Title: Veteran's Day: Cannon Air Force Base- Heroic Dogs
Date: Monday, Nov. 12th
Time: 12 p.m.
Location: Veteran's Memorial outside by Dallan Sanders Patio (weather permitting)/Ballroom (in case of inclement weather)
Description: Honoring Veterans and commemorating heroic dogs. Guest speakers from Cannon Air Force Base. Program will consist of:

· Presentation of Honor Guard

· Welcome and Introduction of Native American Affairs - Remembering Navajo Code Talkers

· Lt. Col. McGuire speech

· President Gamble speech

· Dr. Elliot speech

· TSgt. Emington and dogs and handlers demonstration

Title: Miss Photogenic Contest
Date: Tuesday, Nov. 13th
Time: 12 p.m.
Location: CUB Lobby
Description: Students and Faculty will be able to vote on their favorite poster of contestants participating in the Miss Native American ENMU Pageant. Miss Photogenic is the first of the categories for the pageant.

Title: Miss Native American ENMU Pageant
Date: Wednesday, Nov. 14th
Time: 6 p.m.
Location: Becky Sharp Auditorium
Description: Contestants will compete to be the 2012-2013 Miss Native American ENMU, in three different categories: Traditional/Contemporary Dress, Traditional/Contemporary Talent, and Public Speaking. The winner will have to honor of representing ENMU's Native American population as well as her tribe.

Title: Thanksgiving Dessert Potluck
Date: Thursday, Nov. 15th
Time: 6 p.m.
Location: CUB Ballroom
Description: Our Annual Thanksgiving Dinner and Dessert Potluck will showcase the Talent portion from the Miss Native American Pageant and then crown the new Miss Native American ENMU 2012-2013. Honor any Native American graduates in December. To be able to attend these Thanksgiving activities you must RSVP with the Native American Affairs Office by Nov. 9th and bring a dessert.

Title: Misconceptions in Native Society: Discussion Board
Date: Monday, Nov. 19th
Time: 6 p.m.
Location: Sandia Room
Description: Native students will be discussing assumptions/misconceptions made about Native Americans. Some of the topics: alcohol, food, gambling, and housing. Open to questions from the attendees.

Title: Navajo Taco Sale
Date: Delivery-Tuesday, Nov. 20th Order by-Friday, Nov. 16th
Time: Delivery 3 p.m. - 5 p.m.
Location: On Campus ONLY
Description: Navajo Tacos are $6 and Frybread only is $3, Ingredients include: tomatoes, lettuce, cheese and beans. All proceeds go toward the Miss Native American ENMU Scholarship.

Title: Futures for Children: Inky Kim and Kim Ashley- Bridging Two Worlds - Photo Exhibit
Date: Tuesday, Nov. 27th
Time: 2 p.m.
Location: Sandia Room
Description: Representatives from Futures for Children, an organization which helps Native American youth with mentorship and getting them onto higher education. Kim Ashley will be showing his exhibit featuring pictures of Native American youth who participate in Futures for Children. Olivia Redhorse is a Systems Analyst for Jacobs Technology at the NASA Johnson Space Center, and White Sands Test Facility. She will tell her story of how Futures for Children was her bridge to success.

Title: Book Signing by Cartoonist Ricardo Caté - "Without Reservations"
Date: Wednesday, Nov. 28th
Time: 2 p.m.
Location: Sandia Room
Description: Cartoonist from Santo Domingo Pueblo will showcase his art which is featured in The Santa Fe New Mexican. He will talk about his life and journey to becoming a cartoonist. His book "Without Reservations" will be available to buy and sign by author.

Title: Comedian James Junes
Date: Thursday, Nov. 29th
Time: 7 p.m.
Location: Becky Sharp Auditorium
Description: Comedian James Junes of the Navajo Nation comedy duo James and Ernie will be coming on campus to entertain. This event will be the grand finale to Native American Heritage Month.

2012 International Education Week
International Education Week is an opportunity to celebrate the benefits of international education and exchange worldwide. This joint initiative of the U.S. Department of State and the U.S. Department of Education is part of our efforts to promote programs that prepare Americans for a global environment and attract future leaders from abroad to study, learn, and exchange experiences in the United States.

Name: Una Probadita de Mexico—A Taste of Mexico
Date: November 12th
Time: 2:00p.m
Location: Pecos, CUB
Description: “Let’s talk about Mexican food…I mean real Mexican food!!” presented by ENMU Graduate Student, Maria Garcia. She will talk about the top five Mexican traditional dishes and the common social misconceptions people in the U.S. have about their culinary preparation.

Name: Today’s FBI: Q&A
Date: November 13th
Time: 2:00p.m
Location: Sandia, CUB
Description: Meet Special Agent Alicja Raymond and Detective Cameron Johnson, Albuquerque Division of the Federal Bureau of Investigation, Joint Terrorism Task Force. Learn facts of the FBI through scenarios.

Name: The Exotic Land of Smiles: Thailand
Date: November 14th
Time: 2:00p.m.
Location: Sandia, CUB
Description: Expose yourself to Thai culture and its unique history, traditions, celebrations, and foods. Listen to the stories and experience shared by ENMU’s and Thailand’s own Dr. Pattarapong (Patt) Burusnukul, Assistant Professor for Marketing.

Name: ENMU in Ghana
Date: November 15th
Time: 2:00p.m.
Location: Sandia, CUB
Description: ENMU graduate student, soccer player, and the “Greatest Zia for the 2011-12 Year”, Andrea Elizondo, will be sharing her experiences traveling to Ghana. She was working with the City of Refuge Ministries to help children in West Africa.

Name: Dr. Gamble’s Travel—Free Luncheon
Date: November 16th
Time: 11:30a.m.: pick up tray, 12:00 (noon): presentation
Location: Sandia, CUB
Description: Enjoy President Gamble’s narration of his travel experiences of all around the world. To attend this luncheon you MUST RSVP with the office of International Affairs no later than Nov. 14th. Sitting is limited.

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This Week's Home Games (or Matches)

Tuesday, November 6
Volleyball vs West Texas A&M

Friday, November 9
Volleyball vs Incarnate Word

Saturday, November 10
Volleyball vs Texas A&M-Kingsville (season finale)

Sports News by Adam Pitterman and His Staff
Athletic Communications Office

Greyound Football Team Beats Texas A&M Commerce, 7-3

BLACKWATER DRAW — With Texas A&M-Commerce (1-8; LSC 2-5) holding a 3-0 lead and looking for more, Eastern New Mexico University's Jayson Serda (Jr., S, Albuquerque, N.M./Manzano HS) recorded an interception at the Greyhound three-yard line. Eastern drove 97 yards, with Wesley Wood (Sr., QB, Muleshoe, Texas/Muleshoe HS) hitting Lane Wood (Sr., LB/SL, Amarillo, Texas/Muleshoe HS) for a three-yard touchdown, to lift the Hounds (3-6; LSC 2-5) to a 7-3 victory. Dylan Baca (So., K/P, Carlsbad, N.M./Carlsbad HS) had a pair of punts downed at the Lion one-yard line during the second half.

The Hounds have not limited the opposition to less than a touchdown in any game, since the 2007 finale, which was a 52-0 win over Oklahoma Panhandle State. The Greyhounds 97-yard scoring drive was their longest drive, since JT Thompson sprinted 99 yards on the first play of a fourth-quarter possession against East Central on September 15, 2007. That drive also came after an ENMU interception at the one-yard line.

The Lions struck first, midway through the opening quarter, capping a 33-yard drive, with a Jacob O’Neill 23-yard field goal. The Lions drove to the ENMU six-yard line early in the second quarter, but Kevin Vye’s first-down pass was intercepted by Serda at the one-yard line, setting up the Greyhounds at the three. On the ensuing 15-play possession, Eastern faced a fourth-and-seven at the Lion 32-yard line, but Wesley Wood broke an 11-yard run. On third and goal, he connected with Lane Wood for a three-yard scoring pass, to complete the drive, which spanned 6:31 of play.

Every second half possession for both teams culminated in punts, until Serda batted down Vye’s fourth-down pass in the end zone, which allowed Eastern to run the clock out. Lions’ punter Cameron Frosch came within inches of having two second-half punts downed at the ENMU one-yard line, while the Hounds managed to down a pair of Baca punts at the A&M-Commerce one, and almost had a third, on his final punt of the contest.

Eastern held the ball for 34:54 of play and converted six of 16 third downs and limited the Lions to three third-down conversions. Christian Long paced ENMU with a career-high 81 yards rushing, while Wood had 81 yards on the ground and 87 yards passing. Chase Kyser (Sr., WR, Roswell, N.M./Goddard HS) caught four passes for 42 yards and forced a fumble on a muffed punt, late in the first half. Seth Bailey (Jr., LB, Texico, N.M./Texico HS) made 14 tackles, while Noah Brown (Fr., OLB, Albuquerque, N.M./Valencia HS) had a sack. Kevin Vye threw for 181 yards for A&M-Commerce.

The Eastern New Mexico University football team will close the season at Texas A&M-Kingsville, next Saturday. Kickoff is scheduled for 6 p.m. MST.

Soccer Zias Earn LSC Post-Season Honors

PORTALES, N.M. — The Lone Star Conference released its annual women’s soccer awards at the championship banquet, on Wednesday evening. For the Eastern New Mexico University women’s soccer team, Victoria Perez (So., D, Rio Rancho, N.M./Rio Rancho HS) earned Second Team All-Lone Star Conference, in addition to earning a spot on the LSC All-Academic Team, while Danielle Thurman (Sr.-R, MF, Albuquerque, N.M./Del Norte HS) also was chosen Second Team All-LSC.

The All-Academic team is chosen by the league’s sports information directors, who select players on the basis of both athletic and academic achievement. To be eligible for LSC academic honors, student-athletes must have played in at least 50 percent of team’s contests, reached sophomore athletic and academic standing (true freshmen and redshirt freshmen are not eligible), completed at least one full academic year at the nominating institution, and have a minimum 3.30 cumulative grade point average based on the 4.0 system for his/her entire collegiate career.

Perez, a graphics design major, finished with four goals and two assists for the season. She tallied the game-winning goal in a 1-0 victory over Texas A&M-Commerce and found the back of the net twice against Incarnate Word. In the 3-1 win against UIW, she registered a five-point match, with an assist and the game-winning goal. Perez also had a three-point match against defending LSC tournament champion, Midwestern State.

Thurman registered a career-best six goals as a senior for the Zias, after scoring eight goals in her previous season, combined. During the year, she registered a three-match scoring streak, coming against Abilene Christian, at Midwestern State and against Incarnate Word. Thurman concluded her career tied for second at ENMU in assists (10), fourth in points (38) and fourth in goals (14). Her six goals as a senior, tied for the eighth most in a season, by a Zia player. In 2009, Thurman was selected Honorable Mention All-LSC.

Greyhound Soccer Players Receive LSC Weekly Honor

RICHARDSON, TEXAS —Cantu Palombo (Jr., M, Albuquerque, N.M./Sandia HS/Otero JUCO) and Fredrik Widfeldt (Fr., GK, Yterby, Sweden / Katrinelundsgymnasiet) from the Eastern New Mexico University men’s soccer team have been chosen as the Lone Star Conference Players of the Week, for their performances against #18 West Texas A&M. Palombo earned offensive honors, while Widfeldt was selected for the defensive award.

The selections mark the third and fourth weekly awards for the Hounds this season. Eastern has received nine weekly honors from the LSC over the past two seasons. The honor was the first for Palombo and the second for Widfeldt.

Palombo had an assist on the go-ahead goal, with 11:58 left in the opening half and scored the game-winning goal, 3:24 later. He currently has six goals for the season. Widfeldt made six saves, withstanding a 10-0 edge in overall shots by the Buffaloes, to register the Greyhounds second-ever road win over a nationally-ranked opponent.

The Eastern New Mexico University men’s soccer team currently has a record of 10-5-1 and is ranked ninth in the South Central Region. The Hounds will conclude their season on the road this weekend, with matches at Midwestern State and ninth-ranked Incarnate Word.

Rodeo Teams Close Out Fall Season

CLARENDON, TEXAS — The Eastern New Mexico University rodeo teams closed out their fall seasons, at Clarendon College, with the women’s team turning in a fourth-place finish, while the men’s team placed tenth. The rodeo teams will resume competition, this spring

Cade Passig (Fr., Capitan, N.M./Dora HS) and Chase Williams (Tarleton State) continued to perform well in the team roping, splitting first and second in the event, with a time of 14.2 seconds on two. The duo also took first, last week at Texas Tech. Hadley Howe (Jr., Crossroad, N.M./Tatum HS) and Trey Southern(Sr., Hobbs, N.M./Lovington HS/NMJC placed third in the average, with a time of 14.7 seconds on two.

Billy Good (Portales, N.M./Portales HS) turned in an eighth-place performance in the first go of the calf roping, with a time of 11 seconds.

The women’s team was led by Macy Devenport (Fr., Escondido, Calif./Julian Charter HS), who placed fourth in the breakaway roping, tenth in the goat tying and fifth in the barrel race. She finished second in the first go of the breakaway roping and fifth in both the first and short go of the barrel race.

TiAda Gray (Jr., Lovington, N.M./Lovington HS) split fourth and fifth in the short go of the breakaway roping, while Darcy Clark (Wayne, Okla. / North Hills Private School / Northeast Texas CC) finished seventh in the barrel race.

Men's Soccer Ends Season

WICHITA FALLS, TEXAS — Junior Eishu Kanemitsu (Tokyo, Japan / Emily Carr Secondary School) tallied his career-best sixth goal of the season at the 15:52 mark, but the Eastern New Mexico University men’s soccer team (10-7-1; LSC 1-4-1) dropped a 3-1 decision to Midwestern State (10-2-5; LSC 2-2-2), in Lone Star Conference action, Sunday at MSU Soccer Field.

Despite the loss, the Hounds conclude the season with the second-most wins in team history and reached the double-digit mark in victory for the second time in program history.

After the Greyhound defense blocked a Mustang shot from Aaron Douthit, Len Smith picked up the rebound and tallied his tenth goal of the season, at the 14:51 mark. Just 1:02 later, Kanemitsu tied the game on a free kick from 10-yards out. The goal tied him for eighth on the ENMU single-season list, with four other players.

With 15:30 left in the opening half, Isaac Pile scored from the right wing, to give the Mustangs a 2-1 lead they would not relinquish. David Freeland added an insurance goal, 7:47 into the second half, as Midwestern State held on for the win.

Midwestern State held a 15-5 advantage in total shots and a 7-2 lead in corner kicks. Freshman goalkeeper Eishu Kanemitsu (Yterby, Sweden / Katrinelundsgymnasiet) made five saves for Eastern and closed the year tied for the ENMU record with nine wins for the season. MSU starting goalkeeper Nathan Kenyon made on save in the first half, before giving way to Ray Clark.

With the 2012 season at a close, the Hounds set team records for assists (35), shots (298) and shots on goal (128). Eastern also registered the second-best goals-against average in team history (1.36).

Zia Basketball Fallas in Exhibition to UNM

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. —Redshirt freshman Ashlee Pierson (G, Clovis, N.M. / Clovis High School) and senior Tara Johnson (G, Portales, N.M. / Portales High School / Lubbock Christian University) paced Eastern New Mexico women’s basketball team with six points apiece, but the Zias fell to Division I opponent University of New Mexico, Saturday afternoon at The Pit. The Zias only faced a five point deficit going into halftime, but the Lobos had a strong second half and extended their lead before finally taking the 56-37 victory.

Cross Country Qualifies for Nationals

DENVER, COLO.— Isaiah Samoei (Sr., Eldoret, Kenya / Iowa Western CC) andBrittany Buchanan (Jr., Albuquerque, N.M. / Hope Christian HS) paced the Eastern New Mexico University cross country teams at NCAA Division II South Central Regionals, hosted by Regis University, at the Willis Case Golf Course. The Greyhounds qualified for their second consecutive appearance in the NCAA Championships, with a fifth-place finish, while the Zias eighth-place performance was their top finish in team history.

Samoei finished as the meet’s regional runner up for the second consecutive year and his time of 32:10, was just one second behind Kevin Batt (Adams State), for first place. Kaspars Briska (So., Riga, Latvia / Riga Imanta HS / Cloud CCC) placed 34th, with a time of 33:45.

Buchanan took more than a full minute off her time from last season, turning in a 34th-place performance in the 6k run, with a time of 23:36. Last season, she finished the meet with a time of 24:56.90. Amber Saiz (Fr. Belen, N.M./Belen HS) and Andrea Whittman (Fr., Hobbs, N.M./Hobbs HS) came in 53rd and 54th, both with a times of 24:20. The eighth-place performance was the Zias top regional finish in program history and their second consecutive top-ten performance in the meet.

The Eastern New Mexico University men’s cross country teams will return to action on Saturday, November 17, to compete at The NCAA Division II Championships. The event will be held in Joplin, Mo., and hosted by Missouri Southern.

Greyhounds, 5th, 10k Zias, 8th, 6k

2	Isaiah Samoei	32:10	34	Brittany Buchanan	23:36
34	Kaspars Briska	33:45	53	Amber Saiz	24:20
41	Kevin Roa	34:26	54	Andrea Whittman	24:20
42	Patrick Lueras	34:29	59	Adrienne Montoya	24:30
56	Trevor Merhege	35:03	71	Sabrina Huelga	25:13
75	Zerrick Vriseno	35:47	86	Leigh Ann Omarkhail	25:13
95	Marquez Hobson	36:19	25

Volleyball Defeated by Cameron

LAWTON, Okla. — For the second day in a row, junior hitters Lindsey Barron(OH, Mandeville, La. / Fontainebleau HS/ Central Arkansas) and Kaitlyn Maddams(MB, Gresham, Ore. / Sam Barlow High School/ Mt. Hood CC) teamed up to lead the Eastern New Mexico University volleyball team (6-21; LSC 1-16) with 26 kills and 12 digs. Despite the effort, the Zias dropped a 3-1 decision (18-25, 25-23, 12-25, 19-25) in Lone Star Conference action to Cameron University (10-20; LSC 4-14), Saturday afternoon at Aggie Gym.

Schedules for All Fall Sports – [schedules]

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Non-Credit Courses – Distance Education and Outreach invites staff and students to sign up for non-credit courses:
The course descriptions can be viewed by clicking on this link: http://www.enmu.edu/academics/distance-ed/non-credit/index.shtml

Contact Kim Lutnesky at 562.4248 or kim.lutnesky@enmu.edu.

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"Kudos to the ENMU baseball team for their Trick or Treat Baseball Game! Looks like a fun time was had by all. We need more teams and groups to host more events like this!" – ENMU employee

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"Hitler, who had become depressed for some reason, crawled under Berlin. Here he had his wife Evita put to sleep, and then shot himself in the bonker." – from Non-Campus Mentis, a book of student essays compiled by professor Anders Henriksson

Front Page of Friday's Portales News-Tribune

Article about voting quotes ENMU professors – [pntonline.com]

Comprehensive Exams, Thesis Defenses

Colloquium – Name: Jeremy Loven. "Resource Depression and Subsistence during the Casas Grandes Medio Period". Nov. 6, Time: 8 a.m. Art and Anthropology Building Room 110

Thesis Defense – Name: Sabrina Lenge. "The Motive of Motifs:An Analysis of Chihuahuan Polychrome Ceramic Decorations." Location: Art and Anthropology Room 110 Date: Tuesday, November 13, 2012 Time: 8:00 AM_or_PM:AM

Thesis Defense – Title: The Motive of Motifs:An Analysis of Chihuahuan Polychrome Ceramic Decorations. Date: Tuesday, 11/13/2012 at 8am. Location: Art and Anthropology Rm 110

Challenge Exams – Science 113 and 113L Challenge Exams Students need to secure a ‘Challenge Memo’ (forms are available in Roosevelt Hall, Rm 111) from the instructor (Biology: Dr. Cradock; Chemistry: Dr. Yan; Physics: Dr. Andersen). This form has to be signed by the course instructor, department chair (Biology: Dr. Lutnesky; Physical Science Dr. Constantopoulos), and college dean (Dr. Ayala). 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 and memos at the exams – NO RECEIPT and MEMO, NO EXAM! Students will be examined on the full spectrum of biology/chemistry/physics and should be prepared to answer questions addressing all topics under the respective disciplines. Students should be able to exhibit basic lab skills, including basic data analysis. Study resources for biology are available on closed reserve in the library. THESE EXAMS ARE OFFERED ONCE PER SEMESTER (FALL AND SPRING), NO EXCEPTIONS. NOTE: Once the exams have started no late arrivals will be permitted to enter the exam room – BE ON TIME! Biology 113 and Biology 113L: Saturday, October 13 in S 101.

The lecture exam (113) will be from 9am – noon. The lab exam (113L) will be from 2-5 p.m. The Chemistry 113 challenge will be held on Saturday, Nov. 17. The lecture exam (113) will be from 8:30 a.m. to 11:30 in PS 217. The lab exam (113L) will be from 1 p.m. - 3 p.m. in PS 217. The Physics Challenge exams will take place on November 10.

Voters to Consider Bonds for Higher Education and Libraries

On Nov. 6, voters in New Mexico will consider Higher Education Bond C, that would make $119.4 million available for colleges and universities in the state, including $1.5 million for infrastructure improvements at ENMU-Roswell. ENMU in Portales would receive $9 million from Bond C for renovation and infrastructure upgrades of the Jack Williamson Liberal Arts Building. ENMU-Ruidoso would also receive $500,000 for infrastructure projects. NMMI will receive $5 million for the renovation of Lusk Hall.

Because other bonds are retiring, the net increase in property taxes would be zero.

Absentee voting is Oct. 9 to Nov. 2. Early voting will be open from Oct. 20 to Nov.3.

With the passage of Bond C, ENMU-Roswell plans to target several infrastructure problems associated with an aging campus. The boiler serving the west side of the Lawrence C. Harris Occupational Technology Center (OTC) will be replaced. The OTC boiler dates back to 1978. The roof will also be replaced on the Arts and Science Center (ASC). The ASC was a Walker Air Force Base structure built in 1954. The roof was replaced when the building was renovated in 1996.

“The Roswell campus has 34 buildings on 124 acres,” said Dr. Madden ENMU-Roswell president. “Our physical plant is a combination of former Air Force structures built in the 1950’s and other construction that dates back to the 1980’s. Many of our buildings are in desperate need of renovations or repairs. This bond issue will help us address some of the critical problem areas for the comfort and safety of our students, employees, and the public who utilize our facilities.”

Voters will also consider Library Bond B on the November 6 ballot. Bond B will provide $3 million to fund academic library acquisitions statewide. Chaves County will receive a total of $90,128.69 for public and school libraries. ENMU-Roswell will receive $34,239 if Bond B is approved by voters. The cost for Bond B is approximately 56-cents per year for a home with an assessed value of $100,000.
– Donna Oracion

Available for Adoption

Name: Domonica
Age: 15
Grade: 10

Family outings make this teen happy so she's always ready to pack up her bag! Domonica plays the guitar and swimming is one of her favorite activities. Movies are also high on her list. Although it may take her a little time to warm up, once she gains trust, she is extremely loyal and giving. She likes to please others. In the tenth grade, Domonica benefits from an IEP (Individualized Education Plan), as well as counseling, which will need to continue after placement. This young woman would really like to be adopted. Her caseworker prefers a two-parent or single-mother family willing to participate in a transitional plan prior to placement; however, all family types will be considered. Financial assistance may be available for adoption-related services. Both homestudied and non-homestudied New Mexico families are encouraged to inquire about adopting Domonica.

(photo by Candace Gould)

For more information about adopting or fostering through the New Mexico Children, Youth and Families Department, please visit www.CYFD.org or call 1.800.432.2075.

Lighthouse Mission is in need of Turkey fixin's for this year's Community Thanksgiving Feast.

Last years stats

132 meals served at Bonner Dining Hall
278 meals delivered to our homebound and elderly.

turkeys (Please bring in as early as possible)
potato flakes
brown gravy mix
green beans
cranberry sauce
ready bake rolls
pumpkin pies
butter

Richard Gomez
Lighthouse Mission
575-762-1933
575-799-0902

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Hello folks,

I’m gathering goodies for yet another care package for a breast cancer patient – hate this awful disease! Let me tell you a little bit about her. Holly is a 36-year-old mom of two (4-year-old and a newborn). She had a double mastectomy yesterday. The outcome of the 5.5-hour surgery wasn’t as good as the family had hoped.

The general surgeon told the family that there is more cancer and that it has spread to her lymph nodes; they removed 12 nodes last night. They’re also doing a full body scan to see where else the cancer has spread. The did find another lump underneath the armpit. If you have anything you’d like to include in the care package, you can bring it to Bohemian Night Saturday, or contact me for pick up. If you have any ideas as to what I should include, please share those thoughts, too.

Here are some thoughts from her family. She’s a very crafty woman, loves to sew. Loves to try new things. She loves dark chocolate. Her shirt size is medium. Her favorite color is red. Key lime truffles are her absolute favorite candy (I have to try these!). Any shirt she wears the next 2 months has to be button down, so if you want to get her a tshirt she can wear it after all is said and done. She is allergic to fresh fruits and raw nuts.

If you have any sort of “pick-me-up” type things, CDs, books, funny gag gifts, dark chocolate cookies, baked goods, maybe stuff for the 4-year-old and newborn and the hubby as well as Holly, bring them to church on Sunday, and I’ll box it up and send it off. As much as I dislike dark chocolate (what a waste of perfectly good chocolate!), I’m going to make some of my Black Forest chocolate chocolate chunk cookies to contribute.

Thanks everyone,

Patti Dobson
575-.562.9945 after 5 p.m.

Community Services Center’s Food Pantry

The Community Services Center has a Food Pantry available. Each household may receive two bags of canned food from the food pantry, regardless of income, twice per year. In order to receive food from the food pantry, individuals need to bring in a valid, current picture id (issued by the DMV) or a passport, and a bill that has been mailed to their address with their name on it. No photocopies will be accepted.

For more information about the Community Services Center’s Food Pantry, please call 575.356.8576 ext. 10, or come by 1100 Community Way in Portales.

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.

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

ENMU Establishes Fraud Hotline – If you have knowledge or suspicion of fraud committed by an employee of the University, call 1.866.788.7016 or 562.4150 and the Office of Internal Audits will investigate and report it to the proper authorities if necessary.

Please provide the following: S

A complete description of the alleged fraud
Campus location (Portales, Roswell, or Ruidoso)
Party or parties involved, if known
Dollar amount, if known; and

Any other information you believe may assist in the investigation.

You may remain anonymous, however, please feel free to contact the auditor, directly at 562.2105 or leave your name and number at the end of the message and she will contact you.

How to Perform CPR – When an adult suddenly collapses, call 9-1-1 and immediately begin chest compressions. Do so by placing both hands in the center of the chest, on top of the other, and push hard and fast until help arrives. Learn more at http://www.handsonlycpr.org.

Friendly Tips About Monday Memo Style – For anyone who thinks that we arbitrarily change the way that they submit items to the Monday Memo, we are simply using (mostly) Associated Press style.

We do try to make items friendlier by using Dr. for professors (which the AP does not) and first names or Mr. or Ms. with last names for others on second reference – versus AP style of using last names without Dr., Mr., Ms. or Mrs.

We always capitalize and spell out days of the week: Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday.

We spell out March, April, May, June and July. We abbreviate Jan., Feb., Aug., Sept., Oct., Nov. and Dec. (We do spell out all months in headlines.)

We write times as 6:30 a.m. or 7 p.m. – not as 6:30 am or 7:00pm.

We write dates as March 3, 2011, or Sept. 10, 2011, – not as Mar. 3rd, 2011 or September 10th 2011.

We do not capitalize majors: anthropology – not Anthropology (unless the word would normally be capitalized: English, Spanish).

We use professor of music – not Professor of Music.

We do not capitalize fall semester or spring semester.

We use "and" instead of "&" – spring and fall, not Spring & Fall.

We do capitalize formal names of departments or colleges – Counseling and Career Services, College of Business, Department of Communication (but not communication department).

We also go easy on exclamation points – if you win the lottery, it might be worth three !!!

We never capitalize every letter in a word – FIRST FOOTBALL GAME SATURDAY NIGHT!!! (unless it's the correct spelling for a company, restaurant, etc. – ECEL, TGIF).

We are not trying to offend anyone by editing their copy – just following guidelines.

This is just a friendly explanation.

For questions, email monday.memo@enmu.edu. Thank you.

The Monday Memo is published by the Office of Communication Services
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