Monthly News Archives | Eastern New Mexico University

06 May

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ENMU System Celebrates 1,474 Graduates and Historic Milestone During Spring 2026 Commencement Ceremonies

The Eastern New Mexico University System is set to honor 1,474 candidates during graduation this week, marking a season of historic achievements—including the largest-ever graduating class for the ENM... read more..

07 Apr

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Adam

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ENMU Department of Theatre and Digital Filmmaking Presents: "Luchadora!"

Eastern New Mexico University's Department of Theatre and Digital Filmmaking is proud to announce its upcoming production of Luchadora! by Alvaro Saar Rios. This vibrant, family-friendly play brings t... read more..

07 Apr

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Adam

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ENMU Launches Feed the Hounds Initiative to Combat Regional Food Insecurity, Teach Sustainability and Wellness to K-12 Schools

Eastern New Mexico University (ENMU) is proud to raise visibility and support for Feed the Hounds, an initiative to address food insecurity and promote regional sustainability and wellness across the ... read more..

10 Mar

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Adam

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ENMU Hosts Rule of Law Civic Education Program April 1 in the University Theatre Center

In a rare opportunity to witness the judicial branch in action, the New Mexico Supreme Court will travel to the Eastern New Mexico University (ENMU) University Theatre Center on Wednesday, April 1, 20... read more..

10 Mar

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Adam

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Eastern New Mexico University to Host Annual "Festival Románico" Celebrating Hispanic Culture and Academic Excellence

Eastern New Mexico University (ENMU) and the ENMU Spanish Club are proud to announce the return of Festival Románico, a premier cultural and recruitment event dedicated to celebrating the Hispanic her... read more..

06 Mar

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Wayne Allen

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ENMU Chamber Singers Head to Lincoln Center’s Alice Tully Hall in New York City

PORTALES, NM — March 6, 2026 — The Eastern New Mexico University Chamber Singers are preparing for a premier performance in New York City, taking their talents to the prestigious Alice Tully Hall at L... read more..

05 Mar

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Wayne Allen

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Regional Talent On Full Display at ENMU’s Annual University Juried Exhibition

PORTALES, N.M. — March 5, 2026 — Eastern New Mexico University is proud to present the University Juried Exhibition, a premier showcase of student artistic talent, running now through March 20, 2026. ... read more..

04 Mar

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Wayne Allen

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Chancellor James Johnston to Deliver 2026 State of Eastern Address at ENMU-Portales

Eastern New Mexico University (ENMU) is proud to announce the 2026 State of Eastern Address, featuring Chancellor James Johnston. PORTALES, N.M. — March 4, 2026 — Eastern New Mexico University (ENM... read more..

04 Feb

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Sweet Notes and Decadent Bites: ENMU Hosts "Just Desserts" This Valentine's Day

This Valentine's Day, Eastern New Mexico University is offering a symphony for the senses. The ENMU Departments of Culinary Arts and Music invite the community to "Just Desserts," an all-you-can-sampl... read more..

02 Feb

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Eastern New Mexico University Enrollment Increases Again for Spring 2026 Semester

Eastern New Mexico University released spring 2026 enrollment figures, showing continued growth on the main campus, with spring enrollment up one percent over spring 2025. PORTALES, NM - Eastern Ne... read more..

E N M U Speech and Hearing Rehabilitation Outreach Center - Winter Carnival

30 Jan

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ENMU Department of Health and Human Services to Host Grand Reopening for Speech and Hearing Clinic on Jan 31

The Eastern New Mexico University Department of Health and Human Services is pleased to announce the grand reopening of the Communicative Disorders Program's Speech and Hearing Clinic on Saturday, Jan... read more..

22 Jan

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Eastern New Mexico University Department of Theatre and Digital Filmmaking Presents "The Lightning Thief: The Percy Jackson Musical"

Eastern New Mexico University's Department of Theatre and Digital Filmmaking is proud to present "The Lightning Thief: The Percy Jackson Musical," a smash hit musical based on the beloved book series.... read more..

17 Dec

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Adam

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ENMU Board of Regents Approves Salary Increase and Contract Extension for ENMU Chancellor James Johnston Following Assessment of Performance

The Eastern New Mexico University (ENMU) Board of Regents has unanimously approved a three percent salary increase and a contract extension through 2031 for Chancellor James Johnston. FOR IMMEDIATE... read more..

An aerial photo of the ENMU administration building

12 Dec

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ENMU Board of Regents Approves Zero Percent Tuition and Fees Rate Increase for 26-27 Academic Year

Eastern New Mexico University continues its commitment to affordability with a unanimous vote by the Board of Regents to maintain current tuition and fees for the 2026-27 academic year. This decision ... read more..

Board of Regents President Ruiz presenting a degree to a student at the past commencement ceremony.

04 Dec

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Shaun Banther

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Momentum Grows at ENMU: Enrollment Trending Up for Spring 2026 as University Prepares for Fall 2025 Commencement

Eastern New Mexico University continues to build momentum, announcing a graduating class of 481 students for the fall of 2025 alongside a nine percent upward trend in enrollment for the upcoming sprin... read more..

Eastern New Mexico University Set to Launch "1ROO for ENMU", Invites Community to "Answer the Call"

12 Nov

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Shaun Banther

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Eastern New Mexico University Set to Launch "1ROO for ENMU", Invites Community to "Answer the Call"

Eastern New Mexico University is set to transform its approach to annual giving with the launch of “1ROO for ENMU” on November 20, 2025. This new university-wide program, inspired by the distinctive G... read more..

Three Sisters, Three Destinies: “This Girl Laughs, This Girl Cries, This Girl Does Nothing” Lands at ENMU University Theatre Center

05 Nov

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Shaun Banther

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Three Sisters, Three Destinies: “This Girl Laughs, This Girl Cries, This Girl Does Nothing” Lands at ENMU University Theatre Center

Eastern New Mexico University's Department of Theatre and Digital Filmmaking presents "This Girl Laughs, This Girl Cries, This Girl Does Nothing," opening November 13. This captivating and "beautifull... read more..

04 Nov

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Shaun Banther

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ENMU Announces Upcoming “1ROO" Annual Giving Program Launch on November 20, 2025

Inspired by the Greyhound's call to its pack, ENMU is launching "1ROO for ENMU" on November 20, 2025. The new university-wide giving program asks supporters to "answer the call" to support academics, ... read more..

30 Oct

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Eastern New Mexico University Golden Library Archives and Special Collections Loans Items to be Displayed in the Academy Museum of Motion Pictures in California

The Golden Library Archives and Special Collections at Eastern New Mexico University (ENMU) have loaned items from the Leigh Brackett Collection to the Academy Museum of Motion Pictures in California ... read more..

E N M U Homecoming - Greyhounds in Paradise

15 Oct

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Eastern New Mexico University recognizes its 2025 Alumni Homecoming Honorees and Educator Hall of Honor Inductee at the 49th Annual ENMU Foundation Homecoming Breakfast

Eastern New Mexico University will recognize its 2025 Alumni Homecoming Honorees and 2025 Educator Hall of Honor inductee at the 49th Annual ENMU Foundation Homecoming Breakfast on Saturday, Oct. 25, ... read more..

07 Oct

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Adam

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Eastern New Mexico University and Rio Bravo Brewing Unleash "Rooing Hound Brew"

Eastern New Mexico University has partnered with New Mexico-based Rio Bravo Brewing Co. to launch a new, officially licensed beer: Rooing Hound Brew. PORTALES, N.M. – Eastern New Mexico University ... read more..

Eastern New Mexico University Recognized in U.S. News and World Report Best Colleges Rankings for 2026

26 Sep

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Eastern New Mexico University Recognized in U.S. News and World Report Best Colleges Rankings for 2026

Eastern New Mexico University earned status as a U.S. News and World Report “Best College” in the recently published 2026 Best College Rankings. Portales, NM–Sept. 24, 2025– Eastern New Mex... read more..

12 Sep

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ENMU Celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month

Eastern New Mexico University’s Office of Hispanic Affairs celebrates National Hispanic Heritage Month – Sept. 15 through Oct. 15 – with numerous events, speaking engagements, and music programs on ca... read more..

09 Sep

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Eastern New Mexico University Tops 6,000 in Student Enrollments for First Time Since 2018

Eastern New Mexico University released enrollment data on Friday, Sept. 5; the results showed continued enrollment growth with the University exceeding 6,000 students for the first time since 2018, an... read more..

02 Sep

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Wayne Allen

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Eastern New Mexico University is Recognized Nationally and State-Wide in the Niche.com 2026 Best Colleges Rankings

Nationally, ENMU is ranked in the top 20 percent of universities in nine different categories. For the state of New Mexico, ENMU is ranked either first or second in six different categories. Portal... read more..

01 Sep

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Wayne Allen

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Eastern New Mexico University Announces JP Stone Community Bank Rally on Main and Family Weekend Activities

ENMU announced today the activities for its third-annual JP Stone Community Bank Rally on Main on September 12, and the annual JP Stone Community Bank Family Weekend happening September 12-13. Port... read more..

08 Aug

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Eastern New Mexico University Announces Move-in Day and Welcome Weekend Activities

Eastern New Mexico University announced today welcome weekend activities, named ENMU Dawg Days, for new and continuing students August 16-18, 2025. Portales, NM – August 6, 2025 – Eastern New Mexic... read more..

04 Aug

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Wayne Allen

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Eastern New Mexico University Kappa Sigma Chapter wins Founders Circle Award as one of North America’s Top Kappa Sigma Fraternity Chapters

The Founders' Circle Award is the benchmark award in the Kappa Sigma Fraternity, recognizing outstanding chapter management, achievement, and program development in all areas of operation. ENMU's chap... read more..

One Portales Music, Beer, Wine, and Peanut Festival with Mark Chesnutt

28 Jul

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Eastern New Mexico University, Roosevelt County Chamber of Commerce, and Roosevelt County Announce One Portales – Music, Beer, Wine and Peanut Festival Featuring Honky-Tonk Legend Mark Chesnutt

Eastern New Mexico University, the Roosevelt County Chamber of Commerce, and Roosevelt County are proud to announce the new One Portales – Music, Beer, Wine and Peanut Festival, brought to you by J.P.... read more..

ENMU theatre students at new works festival

18 Jul

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Eastern New Mexico University Department of Theatre and Digital Filmmaking Announces 2025-26 Season Tickets

The Eastern New Mexico University Department of Theatre and Digital Filmmaking announced today their season ticket prices for their 2025-26 theatre performances. Portales, NM – July 18, 2025 – The ... read more..