Monthly News Archives | Eastern New Mexico University

19 Sep

Success Spotlight

Adam

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ENMU Graduate Student Wants to Inspire People to Develop a Love for Nature and Biodiversity

"I want to make a difference in the world by educating and inspiring people, especially younger generations, to develop a love for nature and biodiversity," says Thanchira Suriyamongkol, a graduate st read more..

19 Sep

Alumni Success

Desiree Cooper

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Greyhound Grad Promotes Wellness to Students as Youth Market Director for the American Heart Association

Carla Anaya is making a difference as youth market director of the American Heart Association for Southern Arizona, where she provides heart health curriculum, activities and equipment to 180 schools ... read more..

12 Sep

Eastern Experience

Adam

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How to be a Great Roommate: Tips from an ENMU Student

Nkechi Obodozie, a graduate student at ENMU, discusses the best ways to share a space with a roommate."Being a good neighbor is an art which makes life richer."- Gladys Taber In a world that encourag... read more..

12 Sep

Success Spotlight

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ENMU Student Hopes to Use Public Relations Skills to Make the World a Better Place

Felix Hernandez dreams of working for a health-related non-profit organization. "I hope to help as many people as I can," he says.Felix Hernandez, a communication major at Eastern New Mexico Universit... read more..

12 Sep

General

Desiree Cooper

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ENMU Enrollment Remains Above 6,000

ENMU has recorded the second highest enrollment in its 84-year history.With a 2018 fall enrollment of 6,015, Eastern New Mexico University in Portales has recorded the second highest enrollment in its... read more..

12 Sep

Alumni Success

Desiree Cooper

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Greyhound Grad Helps Students Pursue STEM Careers

As the STEM outreach coordinator, Jessica Curtis engages and empowers precollege, military and community college students to pursue STEM education and careers.The Hispanic-Serving Institution - Scienc... read more..

Carley Graham, an ENMU student, shares her favorite shows to watch between study sessions.

05 Sep

Eastern Experience

Adam

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5 Shows to Watch during a Study Break

Carley Graham, an ENMU student, shares her favorite shows to watch between study sessions.Busy studying? If you need a break from hitting the books, try watching a TV episode or two for a quick way to... read more..

05 Sep

Academic Highlights

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ENMU Professor of Entomology Serves as Delegate at Phi Kappa Phi Biennial Convention

Dr. Kenwyn Cradock represented the ENMU chapter of Phi Kappa Phi as a voting delegate at the organization's national convention.Dr. Kenwyn Cradock, professor of entomology at Eastern New Mexico Univer... read more..

05 Sep

Alumni Success

Desiree Cooper

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Director of Annual Giving Works to Raise Funds for Student Scholarships

Greyhound Grad Kourtney Paiz is focused on increasing the fundraising profits and consistency of giving for the ENMU Foundation. "The students impacted could be the ones that go on and change the worl... read more..

29 Aug

Eastern Experience

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Tips to Make the Most of Labor Day Weekend

Nkechi Obodozie, an ENMU student, shares the best ways to spend Labor Day weekend. Great news: We have a holiday coming up on Sept. 3. It's on a Monday, which is fabulous. Nothing like a long weeke... read more..

29 Aug

Eastern Experience

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How to Handle Morning and Evening Classes

David Aguirre, an ENMU student, shares how to make the most of morning and evening classes.Morning and evening classes can be a struggle. I have never been good at either of these types of courses, bu... read more..

29 Aug

Academic Highlights

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Assistant Professor of Biochemistry Encourages Students to Join Research Lab

"I hope that students interested in biochemistry or molecular biology join my research lab. Together, we can investigate the human health-relevant metabolic pathways for taurine, and maybe discover so read more..

29 Aug

General

Desiree Cooper

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Get to Know FLOE: ENMU's First Lady Discusses Being a Greyhound

Edwina Gower reflects on her first year as the first lady of Eastern New Mexico University.Edwina Gower reflects on her first year as the first lady of Eastern New Mexico University (FLOE), her goals ... read more..

22 Aug

Eastern Experience

Adam

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Top 15 Apps for College Students

David Aguirre, an ENMU student, lists essential apps to make the most of your semester. Looking for new apps to make the most of the semester? Here are some apps that have helped me succeed in my c... read more..

Van Ragsdale, right, receiving the Texas Bandmasters Association (TBA) 2018 Meritorious Achievement Award at the TBA conference in July.

22 Aug

Alumni Success

Desiree Cooper

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Greyhound Grad Receives Prestigious Band Director Award

Van Ragsdale was the recipient of the Texas Bandmasters Association 2018 Meritorious Achievement Award.Van Ragsdale, who graduated from Eastern New Mexico University with a Bachelor of Music Education... read more..

22 Aug

General

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Military Outreach Coordinator Helps Military-Affiliated Students Succeed at ENMU

Meet Jacob Bulloch, the new military outreach coordinator for ENMU.Jacob Bulloch recently became the military outreach coordinator for Eastern New Mexico University. Learn more about Jacob: What are... read more..

22 Aug

General

Desiree Cooper

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Explore the Artwork of the ENMU GSSC

See the new artwork featured at the Golden Student Success Center. The Golden Student Success Center (GSSC), a $26 million renovation of the Golden Library, supports classroom instruction by helping ... read more..

15 Aug

General

Desiree Cooper

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New Admission/Registration Specialist Loves ENMU Campus

Meet Debra Koepp, who processes undergraduate applications, transcripts and test scores in her role as an admission/registration specialist.Debra Koepp, who recently started her position as an admissi... read more..

15 Aug

Events

Desiree Cooper

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Meet the Counselors for Dawg Days 2018

Get to know this year's Dawg Days counselors!Dawg Days 2018 is happening from Aug. 18-20! The new student orientation's events are led by Dawg Days counselors. Get to know this year's counselors: Te... read more..

15 Aug

Eastern Experience

Adam

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Should You Bring Your Car to College?

David Aguirre, an ENMU student, shares the pros and cons of bringing a vehicle to college.The fall semester starts next week! If you are new to Eastern New Mexico University, you may be asking: Should... read more..

08 Aug

General

Desiree Cooper

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New Public Relations Librarian Promotes ENMU GSSC

Meet the face behind the ENMU Golden Student Success Center's social media.Christy Ruby's new role as a public relations librarian at Eastern New Mexico University includes handling social media conte... read more..

08 Aug

Eastern Experience

Adam

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ENMU Employees Share Why It Is Great to Be a Greyhound

Employees recently shared their favorite part about being a Greyhound and what they love most about their job.Eastern New Mexico University employees recently shared their favorite part about being a ... read more..

08 Aug

Events

Desiree Cooper

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The Greyhound Guide to Dawg Days 2018

We're here to answer all of your Dawg Days questions!Welcome to Eastern New Mexico University! To kick off your Eastern Experience, you'll take part in Dawg Days 2018. We're here to answer all of your... read more..

01 Aug

Alumni Success

Desiree Cooper

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Greyhound Grad Showcases ENMU Spirit as Coordinator of the Campus Union

Linda Ramos wants to "encourage students to be more involved and show them what Eastern is all about" in her new position.Linda Ramos, who graduated from Eastern New Mexico University with a bachelor'... read more..

01 Aug

Success Spotlight

Desiree Cooper

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Greyhound Dreams of Becoming a Graphic Designer for a Non-Profit Organization

David Aguirre wants to use his PR and graphic design skills to make the world a better place. David with his wife, Kenzie. (Photo Credit: photos by em) David Aguirre, who is majoring in graphic desig... read more..

01 Aug

Eastern Experience

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My Eastern Experience: Becoming the President of a Student Organization

Ben Gallegos discusses how he became the president of the Desperate Optimists Club.Ben Gallegos, a student at Eastern New Mexico University, discusses how he became the president of the Desperate Opti... read more..

25 Jul

Alumni Success

Desiree Cooper

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Greyhound Grad Reaches Over 550,000 Subscribers for Art Channel on YouTube

"I would not be where I am at today, working my absolute DREAM JOB if it wasn't for ENMU," says YouTuber Rae H. "I learned so many useful skills about the art business, graphic design, art techniques, read more..

25 Jul

General

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New Associate Athletic Director Enjoys ENMU's 'Friendly Environment'

"I like working with student-athletes and coaches and helping them succeed," says Matthew "Matt" Grawrock, the new associate athletic director of compliance and internal ops at ENMU. Matthew "Matt" G read more..

25 Jul

Eastern Experience

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What to Expect During Your First Semester of College

Carley Graham, a graduate student at ENMU, discusses how to make the shift from high school to college.Graduating from high school and leaving home for college can make you experience a lot of emotion... read more..

Greyhound statue with sunglasses and towel

17 Jul

Eastern Experience

Adam

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Greyhounds Share Their Summer Plans

ENMU employees share how they plan to have fun in the sun this summer.Summer is one of the best seasons of the year. It's a chance for a breath of fresh air and the perfect time to take a break. Many ... read more..