Monthly News Archives | Eastern New Mexico University

(L-R) Dennis Proctor, Chief Executive of Hunting PLC, Greyhound Grad Padaric Kolander and Richard Hunting, CBE of Hunting PLC.

04 Jan

Alumni Success

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Greyhound Grad Wins Prestigious Art Competition

Padaric Kolander, who received a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Interdisciplinary Art and Graphic Design from Eastern New Mexico University in 2002, won the Hunting Art Prize in 2016.Padaric Kolander, who r... read more..

04 Jan

Eastern Experience

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New Year, New Me: Tips for Taking on a New Year's Resolution

David Aguirre, an ENMU student, shares tips on choosing a New Year's resolution.Like most New Year's resolutions, there are specific things that we would like to change about ourselves mainly because ... read more..

04 Jan

Eastern Experience

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My Eastern Experience: Kelsey Prince

Kelsey Prince discusses her Eastern Experience.ENMU is home for me, literally. I remember being a part of the Lil' Hound Pound as a kid, going to games and even taking dance classes. Growing up I hone... read more..

04 Jan

Success Spotlight

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Graduate Student Wants to Help Children in Third-World Countries

"I hope to create a foundation for impoverished and marginalized children from around the world," says Ose Alli, a graduate student at ENMU.Osekhodion "Ose" Alli, a graduate student at Eastern New Mex read more..

20 Dec

Alumni Success

Desiree Cooper

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Meet Kathy Maddux: New CDC Master Teacher Talks about Helping Children

Kathy Maddux, the master teacher at the ENMU CDC, wants to be a positive influence on the lives of the children she teaches.Kathy Maddux, the master teacher at Eastern New Mexico University's Child De... read more..

20 Dec

General

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New MBA Secretary from Guam Continues Her Education at ENMU

"Everyone has been so welcoming and supportive," says Jade Tallon, the new MBA secretary. "I am learning something new every day, and I enjoy that."Jadeline "Jade" Tallon, who is from Merizo, Guam, re read more..

20 Dec

General

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Information Technology Employee Wants to Go to Mars

"I plan on being one of the first humans on Mars," says Matthew Barnes, a client support specialist at ENMU.Matthew Barnes, a client support specialist for Information Technology Services at Eastern N read more..

20 Dec

Eastern Experience

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Tips to Survive the Winter: From Cooking to Gift-Giving

Patricia Duran, an ENMU student, shares how to save money and live better during the winter.I'm not sure about you, but one of my first winters outside of the dorm was practically tragic. When you're ... read more..

20 Dec

Eastern Experience

Adam

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3 Steps to Cope with Stress

David Aguirre, an ENMU student, shares his advice on how to deal with stress.There is always a moment in the semester when school can be overwhelming. There are so many assignments, exams, projects an... read more..

13 Dec

Success Spotlight

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Brooklyn Biel Loves Broadcast Journalism

Brooklyn Biel, a communication major with an emphasis in broadcast journalism, discusses her Eastern Experience. Photos by David Aguirre.What made you choose the Department of Communication at ENMU? ... read more..

Andrew Letter holding a Western River Cooter

13 Dec

Academic Highlights

Wendel Sloan

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ENMU Graduate Student Monitors Water Quality on New Mexico's Black River

Andrew Letter completed a grant project funded by the New Mexico Water Resources Research Institute.Andrew Letter, an Eastern New Mexico University biology major who expects to graduate with a master'... read more..

13 Dec

Alumni Success

Desiree Cooper

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Stephanie Miles Returns to ENMU as HR Generalist

Greyhound Grad Stephanie Miles talks about her new role as a human resources generalist. Stephanie with her family. Greyhound Grad Stephanie Miles grew up around 110 miles from Eastern New Mexico Uni... read more..

13 Dec

Alumni Success

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Greyhound Grad Returns to ENMU as Accountant

"Everything is so accessible at ENMU and, because of that, there are more opportunities to grow in my career," says Greyhound Grad Carla Benavidez, an accountant at KENW Broadcast Center.Carla with he read more..

13 Dec

Eastern Experience

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What I Would Tell My Freshman Self

David Aguirre, a senior at ENMU, gives advice to his freshman self. Embrace the College Years I would tell my freshman self to embrace the college years. There is no other time in my life that I w... read more..

Social Work Club members at their Dressember event

06 Dec

Events

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Social Work Club Raises Awareness about Human Trafficking

The ENMU Social Work Club set up a table and photo booth in the Campus Union to kick off their Dressember campaign on Dec. 1.The ENMU Social Work Club set up a table and photo booth in the Campus Unio... read more..

06 Dec

General

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Art Professor Passionate About Scuba Diving

Greg Senn, a professor of art who teaches jewelry, 3D design, sculpture, drawing and design, is also well-known for leading scuba-diving expeditions.Wendel Sloan, a feature writer, and Jena Slater, a ... read more..

06 Dec

Success Spotlight

Desiree Cooper

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Accounting Major Wants to Become a Financial Advisor

Ethan Loya, an ENMU student majoring in accounting and personal financial planning, wants a career where he can be successful by helping others be successful.Ethan Loya, an Eastern New Mexico Universi... read more..

06 Dec

Eastern Experience

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My Eastern Experience: Rachel Wagner

An ENMU student shares why she chose to become a nurse and discusses her Eastern Experience.Why did you choose nursing? People ask me all the time, "Why did you choose nursing?" Every time I am faced... read more..

Students visiting the Crossroads Café Dining Hall in the Campus Union (CUB).

06 Dec

Eastern Experience

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3 Ways to Try Something New at the Dining Hall

Reginald Moore, an ENMU student, shares how to get creative with your meal plan.If you are a freshman at ENMU, the Crossroads Café Dining Hall in the Campus Union (CUB) will be your best frien read more..

06 Dec

Alumni Success

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Greyhound Grads Prepare for the Future

This semester's graduating class plans on taking the skills they learned at ENMU to teach, help others and start businesses. Eastern New Mexico University will be holding its Fall 2017 Commencement... read more..

29 Nov

Success Spotlight

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Psychology Major Dedicated to Helping Detainees

Tyler Bock, a student at ENMU, is dedicated to helping families who struggle with difficult conditions with his psychology degree.Tyler Bock, a student at Eastern New Mexico University, is dedicated t... read more..

29 Nov

Success Spotlight

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Grad Student Explores Archaeology Sites of the Southwest

"I have access to top-notch archaeology professors in their respective fields [at ENMU], as well as the potential opportunity to work at the Blackwater Draw Archaeological Site," says Erick Martinez, read more..

An advertisement for Metallica's performance at ENMU.

29 Nov

Eastern Experience

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3 Things You Probably Didn't Know About ENMU

Did you know that Metallica performed at ENMU? Learn more in this blog post by Patricia Duran, an ENMU student.A time capsule from 1985, located in front of the Administration Building. 1. There's a ... read more..

29 Nov

Eastern Experience

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5 Tips for Passing Your Classes

David Aguirre, an ENMU student gives advice on how to succeed at the end of the semester.1. You Have the Power If you are like me at this point of the semester with only a few weeks left of school an... read more..

29 Nov

Academic Highlights

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ENMU Faculty Contribute to Humanities Book

Working with worldwide authorities, including Eastern New Mexico University faculty members, Dr. Michael Shaughnessy, professor of education, has edited a new book titled "The Humanities: Past, Presen... read more..

29 Nov

Alumni Success

Desiree Cooper

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From Greyhound to CEO: Andy Wallace Named CEO of Allegiant Gold, Ltd.

Andy Wallace, who graduated with a bachelor's degree in geology from ENMU in 1971, was recently named the first CEO of Allegiant Gold, Ltd., a gold exploration and development company.Andy Wallace, wh... read more..

15 Nov

Success Spotlight

Desiree Cooper

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Social Studies Major Wants to Become Historian

Amy Gisler dreams of becoming a historian for the United States Air Force.Amy in Paris. Amy Gisler, who is majoring in social studies with an emphasis in history and a secondary education licensure a... read more..

15 Nov

Success Spotlight

Desiree Cooper

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Accounting Major Loves Working with Numbers

"I chose accounting as my field of study because I love working with numbers and I like to convey their importance within businesses," says Katia Gomez.Katia Gomez, who is majoring in accounting and p read more..

15 Nov

General

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ENMU Theatre Instructor Tours Country to Perform One-Man Show

Patrick McCreary, an instructor, technical director and designer in the Department of Theatre and Digital Filmmaking, performs one-man shows around the country and competes in grueling triathlons.Mr. ... read more..

15 Nov

General

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Professor of Design Has Family History of Art

Jessica Gerlach has a family history of art: her grandfather was a sign painter and illustrator, her nana was an art teacher and her mother has always been interested in art. Hand lettering done by Je... read more..