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Standing with Dr. Jeff Elwell are student awardees (left to right) Carson Mills, Ryan Boddy, Ryan Hernandez, [Dr. Elwell], Grace Mesarchik, Lacey Harrell and Jorge Aldavaz. Not pictured are Jade Bennett, Sergio Flores, Allen Hank, Chelsea Hatfield, Logan Lingar, Lilianna Mauldin, Samantha Molina, Oliver Puckett and Derek Warner.

11 Dec

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ENMU Top-Scoring Freshmen Recognized

The fifteen top-scoring ENMU freshmen in a nationally-normed test of general knowledge were recognized this fall by President Dr. Jeff Elwell, who commended them for the academic performance.The fifte... read more..

Dr. Corey Cole, Brandon Smith, Hannah Morgan, Dr. Debra Stone, Jennifer Ervin, Maijah Mathis, and Yacaranday De La Torre

11 Dec

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ENMU Students Take Third Place at New Mexico Business Ethics Case Competition

Jennifer Ervin, Hannah Morgan, Brandon Smith, Maijah Mathis and Yacaranday "Jackie" DeLaTorre competed against five other New Mexico Schools and were given four hours to read through an ethics case an... read more..

11 Dec

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Greyhound Promise Scholarship Helps Future Teachers Attend College

The Eastern New Mexico University Greyhound Promise scholarship provides a unique financial opportunity for undergraduate students who pledge their service to help reduce New Mexico's teacher vacancie... read more..

02 Dec

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20 Technology Tips for Students

Shaylee Moon, an ENMU student, gives her favorite tech tips.I have been a student for 18 out of my 21 years of life, yet I have still not learned how to utilize all of my resources. When using your co... read more..

02 Dec

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ENMU Secondary Education Student Has a Love for English

"I want to be in the middle school classroom, bringing alive the world of literature and English in the same way my teachers have done for me," says Lucy Martinez."I want to be in the middle school cl read more..

ENMU students and faculty at the New Mexico Academy of Science Research Symposium.

02 Dec

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ENMU Students Receive Awards at NMAS Research Symposium

Three students from Eastern New Mexico University received awards at the New Mexico Academy of Science (NMAS) Research Symposium in Albuquerque on Nov. 2. Three students from Eastern New Mexico Uni... read more..

20 Nov

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Easy Ways to Kick Your Ramen Up a Notch

Jonathan Elkins, an ENMU student, shares tips on ways to ramp up your ramen recipes.Eating ramen is something that unites nearly every college student at one point or another. A common mistake is thin... read more..

20 Nov

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Greyhound Grad Leads University of California National Laboratories

Dr. Craig Leasure, who received his master's degree in chemistry from Eastern New Mexico University in 1982, started his role as vice president of the Office of the National Laboratories (UNCL) at the... read more..

20 Nov

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Forensic Science Major at ENMU Plans to Become Patrol Officer

Reyna Ibarra is a forensic science major with a minor in criminal justice at Eastern New Mexico University. Reyna Ibarra is a forensic science major with a minor in criminal justice at Eastern Ne... read more..

20 Nov

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ENMU Professor Shares Her Passion for Early Childhood Education with Future Teachers

"I am very passionate about early childhood education because I believe every child needs a solid education and care foundation to be successful in life," says Dr. Tsitsi Nyabando, assistant professor read more..

20 Nov

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ENMU Student Aims to Have a Career Creating Memorable Music for Movies

Jordan Alexander is a student at Eastern New Mexico University, majoring in broadcast production with a minor in music technology. With this degree plan, he aspires to become a music producer in the e... read more..

(L-R) Raquel Valenzuela, Darby Kaitlin Cavanaugh and Alexandra Sena at the College of New Mexico, where they performed for an

13 Nov

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ENMU Students Perform at Valencia County Theatre Festival

Eastern New Mexico University's theatrical production "On the Verge" was taken to the College of New Mexico and the Valencia County Theatre Festival, held at Valencia High School, from Oct. 10-11.East... read more..

13 Nov

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Greyhound Grad Introduces ENMU to a New Generation of Students

"I am proud of being raised and educated in New Mexico. Some of my fondest memories are of my days at Eastern New Mexico University. I am proud of being a graduate of ENMU," says Ty Smith.Greyhound Gr read more..

13 Nov

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How to Take Great Notes in College

Write this down: Shaylee Moon, an ENMU student, gives advice on how to make the most of your note taking skills. The art of taking notes sounds simple enough, yet most college students don't unders... read more..

13 Nov

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ENMU Pre-Med Major is a Second-Generation Greyhound

"I hope to influence others' lives in a positive way. Hopefully, the career path I eventually pursue will allow me to fulfill my purpose, which I know is to improve the lives of others," says Eulalia read more..

05 Nov

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ENMU Elementary Education Major Aspires to Impact the Lives of Students

"I've always had a love of helping others, children and learning. I figured being an elementary school teacher was the best way to combine those three," says Rachael Jimenez."I've always had a love of read more..

05 Nov

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Assistant Professor of Clarinet at ENMU is Passionate about Teaching Students

"I love my job because I get to hear the improvements and progress that the students regularly make. I love that my colleagues are willing to make music together and bounce ideas off of each other," s read more..

05 Nov

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New ENMU International Advisor Assists Greyhounds Around the World

Dr. Mei Reeder, the new international advisor and recruiter for the Office of International Programs, is looking to expand ENMU's global presence.Eastern New Mexico University has Greyhounds across th... read more..

30 Oct

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ENMU Physical Education Student Plans for Career as a Personal Trainer

"My favorite place at ENMU is the arena and the Max Pac because I like to play basketball and workout with friends," says Iziah Hall, who plays on football, basketball and softball intramural teams on read more..

30 Oct

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Apps that Every College Student Needs

Looking to create a budget or learn a new language? There's an app for that! Shaylee Moon, an ENMU student, shares some of her favorites.Mint Having good money management practices while going to col... read more..

Dr. Michael Shaughnessy and Dr. Manuel Varela (Photo by Jonathan Elkins)

30 Oct

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ENMU Professors Publish Book About Amazing Microbiologists

Two professors from Eastern New Mexico University, Drs. Manuel Varela and Michael Shaughnessy, have published a new book together about the remarkable lives and discoveries of scientific investigators... read more..

30 Oct

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ENMU Students Win Awards at NACA Conference

Two graphic designers in the ENMU Office of Campus Life, Katherine Perelas and Ashley Parker, received awards for their work: the "2019 Medium School Outstanding Student Designed Apparel Award" and th... read more..

23 Oct

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ENMU Student Pursues a Fulfilling Career as a Medical Social Worker

"I hope to become a medical social worker and work alongside healthcare professionals to help individuals and families in their time of need. I want to work in a challenging yet rewarding field," says read more..

23 Oct

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ENMU Tracking Clerk Hopes to Educate Students on Financial Aid

"During my time as a student at Eastern New Mexico University, the Financial Aid Office was extremely helpful. I went into education with the hope of helping students further their education, and, in read more..

23 Oct

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Greyhound Grad, Assistant Professor at Indiana University Kokomo, Coordinates Service Learning for Students at Kokomo Domestic Violence Shelter and Bridges Outreach

"I am working on getting a book contract to publish my first research on women's experiences with being silenced and their storying of that, their resistance and resilience," says Dr. Cristina Romero- read more..

Kaitlyn Shim and Blake Ahrens (Photo by Shaylee Moon)

11 Oct

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ENMU Royalty: Interview with the 2019 Homecoming Queen and King

Kaitlyn Shim, a criminal justice major with a minor in psychology and business, was crowned Homecoming Queen, and Blake Ahrens, who is majoring in forensic science with an emphasis in biology, receive... read more..

Jessica Sanders, center, talking with students.

11 Oct

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ENMU Students Meet the New Mexico Teacher of the Year

Jessica Sanders, the 2019 New Mexico Teacher of the Year, visited Eastern New Mexico University from Aug. 29-30.Jessica Sanders, the 2019 New Mexico Teacher of the Year, visited Eastern New Mexico Uni... read more..

11 Oct

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Graphic Design Major at ENMU Aims to Inspire With Art

"I love that I get a lot of help from my professors who gladly give their best advice. I also like learning from my friends or other students in my classes," says Rajamia "Jamie" Drain.Rajamia "Jamie" read more..

09 Oct

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Award-Winning Nursing Student Discusses Her Eastern Experience

"I decided to check out ENMU, and I was hooked," says Sabrina Daniel. "I made the best decision. I love knowing how applicable the classes and teaching is to my career choice." "Be prepared to give i read more..

09 Oct

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ENMU Chamber Singers Embark on Annual Fall Performance Tour

The Eastern New Mexico University Chamber Singers will embark on their annual fall performance tour on Sunday, Nov. 10, with a kick-off concert in Roswell, New Mexico at First Presbyterian Church at 4... read more..