2015 - Monthly News Archives | Eastern New Mexico University

Katherynne Padilla Reflects on Student Body Presidency

01 Dec

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Katherynne Padilla Reflects on Student Body Presidency

"The most rewarding part of being the president was watching individuals rise to the occasion and become the senator, student, director and leader that they may have never believed they could be." – read more..

01 Dec

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BAAS Student Prepares to Graduate

"The effort invested is the biggest predictor of knowledge obtained." – John Rosner John Rosner is set to graduate this May with a bachelor of applied arts and sciences from Eastern New Mexico Univ read more..

01 Dec

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Aspiring ENMU Filmmaker

"If I can make movies for a living and not have to worry too much about money, then I'll be living the dream," - Brandon Carter Brandon Carter, an ENMU senior and Portales native, recently filmed a read more..

Benjamin Rodriquez Aspiring Director/Writer and ENMU Senior

01 Dec

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Benjamin Rodriquez Aspiring Director/Writer and ENMU Senior

by Amy WaltnerCommunication Services ENMU student Benjamin Rodriguez recently held a casting call for his thesis film, In the Outfield, at the University of New Mexico (U.N.M.). In the Outfield is ab... read more..

01 Dec

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Two Graduates Nominated as Regents

by Wendel Sloan Communication Services "I would like to explore new programs to meet present needs of employers in the State." – Susan Tatum "It is important that all matters that come before t read more..

01 Dec

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ENMU Grad Runs Music Studio

by Desiree M. Cooper Communication Services "I get to do what I love to make money." – Sharron Whipple Sharron Whipple, an Eastern New Mexico University graduate, owns the Sharon Whipple Music read more..

ENMU Graduate Working in High Cotton as CEO

01 Dec

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ENMU Graduate Working in High Cotton as CEO

by Desiree M. Cooper Communication Services “The classes I took at ENMU in the business department for marketing, management and accounting prepared me for the real world and what I would need to su read more..

New Human Resources Generalist is an ENMU Graduate

01 Dec

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New Human Resources Generalist is an ENMU Graduate

edited by Wendel Sloan Communication Services Editor's Note: Pauline Martinez, the new Human Resources generalist at Eastern New Mexico University, began her position on July 7. Her job duties inclu read more..

ENMU Grad Publishes Book on Theatre Luminaries

01 Dec

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ENMU Grad Publishes Book on Theatre Luminaries

Paula Edmonds Moore, A.A. degree ENMU (1964) has recently published a book on theatre luminaries Abby Lewis and John Seymour. Her husband, Leon Moore, graduated with a bachelor's degree in 1964. Paul read more..

01 Dec

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ENMU Grad's Adventure in Africa

Story by Wendel Sloan Communication Services "Seeing the excitement in their eyes about what they are going to be able to teach their children was very fulfilling.” – Meghan Wall Meghan W read more..

ENMU Grad Now Assistant Principal in Longview, Texas

30 Nov

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ENMU Grad Now Assistant Principal in Longview, Texas

Interview by Wendel Sloan Communication Services "And to think……it all started with ENMU!" – Kim Whaley Editor's Note: Kim Whaley graduated summa cum laude from ENMU in December o read more..

30 Nov

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Graduate Reflects on Time at ENMU

Stroy by Desiree M. Cooper Communication Services “If you have completed your degree and had some fun along the way, you have a lot to be proud of."– Katie Merrill Katie Merrill, who grad read more..

Former ENMU Student Celebrates Over 20 Years in Radio

30 Nov

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Former ENMU Student Celebrates Over 20 Years in Radio

Stroy by Desiree M. Cooper Communication Services “My grandmother's family homesteaded near Elida in the early 1900’s and some of her brothers and sisters still lived there.” – K.C. Counts K.C. Cou read more..

ENMU Student to become Chef Johnny Vee's Assistant

30 Nov

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ENMU Student to become Chef Johnny Vee's Assistant

"Eastern has a beautiful campus, a welcoming atmosphere and amazing staff who are always prepared to help when needed." – Jessica Roberts Jessica Roberts, a graduate student at Eastern New Mexico U read more..

ENMU Student and Graduate Pair Up to 'Embrace Grace' Offers Support for Unplanned Pregnancies

30 Nov

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ENMU Student and Graduate Pair Up to 'Embrace Grace' Offers Support for Unplanned Pregnancies

"Going through an unplanned pregnancy alone or with little support is difficult." –Jennifer Senkowsky ENMU communication student Jennifer Senkowsky and Danielle Cavazos, who earned a bachelor's in read more..

ENMU Grad Named Corporate Controller at YES Housing Inc.

30 Nov

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ENMU Grad Named Corporate Controller at YES Housing Inc.

Story by Desiree M. Cooper Communication Services “My job is constantly changing and there is always something new to learn." – Holly Barela Eastern New Mexico University graduate Holly B read more..

#GreyhoundGrad Supports Cannon Air Force Base with Angel Arms Program

24 Nov

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#GreyhoundGrad Supports Cannon Air Force Base with Angel Arms Program

by Desiree M. Cooper Communication Services "I have always had a heart for the men and women who sacrifice so much in order to serve our country. This is a gesture of our community's appreciation for read more..

#Greyhound Grad Works as FCC Attorney in D.C.

24 Nov

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#Greyhound Grad Works as FCC Attorney in D.C.

by Desiree M. Cooper Communication Services The Albuquerque native picked ENMU because she didn’t want to go to “University Near Mommy, a.k.a. UNM.” Erin Griffith, an Eastern New Me read more..

#Greyhound Grad Honored with Texas State Flag

24 Nov

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#Greyhound Grad Honored with Texas State Flag

by Desiree M. Cooper Communication Services “I owe so much to the remarkable people I worked with and learned from at ENMU.” – Ed Pothul Radio reporter Ed Pothul, also known as “The Sports Doc,” wi read more..

ENMU Grad Retired form CIA Lived in Los Alamos During Manhattan Project

24 Nov

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ENMU Grad Retired form CIA Lived in Los Alamos During Manhattan Project

by Wendel Sloan Communication Services "I have witnessed the death of a loved one, tragedy and depression and yet here I am at 77 years of age and still tugging along." – Dimas M. Chavez Dimas M. Chav... read more..

ENMU Graduate Honored for Female Leadership

24 Nov

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ENMU Graduate Honored for Female Leadership

story by Desiree M. Cooper Communication Services "I was ready to become my own boss.” – Deborah Sawyer Deborah Sawyer, who attended Eastern New Mexico University from 1980-83, was one of ... read more..

Greyhound Grad Returns to USA from Europe, Starts Business

24 Nov

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Greyhound Grad Returns to USA from Europe, Starts Business

"I couldn't really see myself working for someone else in a conventional ‘9-5' setting." – Camala Beek Camala Beek, who graduated from Eastern New Mexico University with a Bachelor of Science in Commu read more..

#GreyhoundGrad Helps Students With Scholarship Programs

24 Nov

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#GreyhoundGrad Helps Students With Scholarship Programs

by Desiree M. Cooper Communication Services “Seeing the moments when students catch on to a learning objective is a great feeling.” – Brock Ostrander Brock Ostrander, who graduated f... read more..

The Comic Book Stand, Vol. 2 Issue #11 Shadowcat

06 Nov

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The Comic Book Stand, Vol. 2 Issue #11 Shadowcat

by Amy Waltner Communication Services Katherine Anne "Kitty" Pryde, more commonly known as Shadowcat, made her debut in the Uncanny X-Men #129 in January 1980. She was created by artist John Bryne an... read more..

As Seen on TV: Former ENMU Student Working at ABC

06 Nov

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As Seen on TV: Former ENMU Student Working at ABC

by Desiree Cooper Communication Services Lucas Aragon, Working at ABC I always wanted to work at a television network. Disney owning ABC only made it more appealing. -Lucas Aragon Lucas Aragon, a s... read more..

ENMU Hosting Wind Symphony on October 11

09 Oct

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ENMU Hosting Wind Symphony on October 11

Eastern New Mexico University will host the Wind Symphony Concert at 3 p.m. on Sunday, Oct. 11, in Buchanan Hall in the Music Building on the Portales campus.Directed by Dustin Seifert, the scores inc... read more..

08 Oct

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Fall Choir Concert Features Rapping

Eastern New Mexico University will present their fall choir concert called "Choral Contrasts," featuring the University Singers, Chamber Singers and Swanee Singers.The performance will be at 7 p.m. on... read more..

ENMU's MBA Program Named 17th Most Affordable in Nation

08 Oct

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ENMU's MBA Program Named 17th Most Affordable in Nation

Top Management Degrees.com has named the Masters of Business Administration (MBA) program at Eastern New Mexico University in Portales as the nation's 17th most affordable.The following is from the we... read more..

ENMU Foundation Awards to be Presented at 40th Annual Homecoming Breakfast

08 Oct

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ENMU Foundation Awards to be Presented at 40th Annual Homecoming Breakfast

2015 marks Eastern New Mexico University's 81st homecoming celebration.The festivities begin on the Portales campus on Monday, Sept. 28, with students presenting musical skits in "Songfest" at 7 p.m. ... read more..

08 Oct

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ENMU Hosting 81st Homecoming

2015 marks Eastern New Mexico University's 81st homecoming celebration.The festivities begin on the Portales campus on Monday, Sept. 28, with students presenting musical skits in "Songfest" at 7 p.m. ... read more..