Monthly News Archives | Eastern New Mexico University

25 Oct

Success Spotlight

Adam

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ENMU Student Participates in Color Guard, Mu Alpha Nu and More

Malikah Rashid chose to attend ENMU when her professor from the University of West Georgia, Dr. Kerriann Marden, encouraged her to "go west to study anthropology and archaeology.""I love the people at... read more..

25 Oct

General

Wendel Sloan

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English Instructor Authors Book of Gothic Short Stories

Cheryll Powell Hendershot has authored a new book titled "Beyond the Closet Wall: Ten Weird Stories." Ms. Hendershot's garden. Cheryll Powell Hendershot, instructor of English in the Department of L... read more..

25 Oct

General

Adam

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Biology Instructor Excited to Teach at ENMU

Dr. Simina Ventila wants to "get more students interested in and excited about biology."Dr. Simina Ventila, a biology instructor at Eastern New Mexico University, wants to "get more students intereste... read more..

25 Oct

General

Desiree Cooper

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Karen Van Ruiten Serves as New Executive Secretary to the President and Board of Regents

"I look forward to establishing working relationships with new departments. I've made a treasure trove of friends over the years through my experiences at ENMU," says Karen Van Ruiten, who began worki read more..

18 Oct

Alumni Success

Adam

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Greyhound Grad Returns to ENMU as Director of Alumni Affairs

Greyhound Grad Annamaria Short is continuing her Eastern Experience as the new director of Alumni Affairs at Eastern New Mexico University.Greyhound Grad Annamaria Short is continuing her Eastern Expe... read more..

18 Oct

General

Wendel Sloan

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Retired Employee Calls ENMU Her "Second Home"

Betty Dever, who retired from her position as a financial aid specialist after 22 years of employment on Oct. 1, discusses her time at ENMU. Betty at her retirement reception. Betty Dever retired fro... read more..

18 Oct

Success Spotlight

Wendel Sloan

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Digital Filmmaking Major Dreams of Winning an Oscar

"I have always dreamed of getting an Oscar for a film I have directed," says Sydney Henderson, an ENMU student majoring in digital filmmaking major with a minor in theater.Sydney Henderson, who is maj read more..

18 Oct

Success Spotlight

Desiree Cooper

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ENMU Student Represents Culture as Reina

Kaitlyn Rael was named the ENMU Reina on Sept. 20. The Reina, which is the Spanish word for queen, represents her culture at events throughout the year. Kaityln with Gabe Gonzalez, the 2017 Rey. Kait... read more..

10 Oct

Success Spotlight

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The Greatest Greyhound Female Athlete: Lauren Frye

Meet Lauren Frye, the recipient of two "Greatest Greyhound Female Athlete" awards.Lauren Frye, an Eastern New Mexico University senior pursuing a bachelor's degree in biology, has always had a talent ... read more..

10 Oct

General

Adam

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New Professor from Tennessee Looks Forward to Exploring New Mexico

Dr. Jayson Evaniuck, assistant professor of education foundations and secondary education, discusses moving to Portales from Tennessee.Dr. Jayson Evaniuck, assistant professor of education foundations... read more..

Former presidents of ENMU (from left): Donald McKay, Floyd Golden, Donald Moyer and Charles Meister.

10 Oct

General

Wendel Sloan

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The Golden Years (Part 2)

A recap of "The Golden Years: 1928-1960," a book written by the second president of ENMU.Written by Dr. Floyd Golden, the late second president of Eastern New Mexico University, "The Golden Years: 192... read more..

10 Oct

Success Spotlight

Adam

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CDIS Student Chose Major to Help People

"I chose this field because it is a great way to help people," said Tatiana Sonnenberg, a communicative disorders major. "I have always had a heart for helping others."Tatiana Sonnenberg, a communicat read more..

04 Oct

General

Adam

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On the Road to ENMU: Meet New Assistant Softball Coach Jade Rhodes

"ENMU Athletics strives to build a community that encourages all sports teams and students to support each other," says Jade Rhodes, the new assistant coach of the ENMU softball team.Photo from Auburn read more..

04 Oct

General

Wendel Sloan

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TRIO Employee Reflects on Childhood, Looks Forward

Esthela Banuelos, the tutoring and educational activities coordinator for TRIO Student Support Services at ENMU, discusses her past and plans for the future.Esthela Banuelos, the tutoring and educatio... read more..

04 Oct

Academic Highlights

Desiree Cooper

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ENMU Instructor Named President-Elect of SCOLAS

"I love teaching. I love my students. I love teaching diversity. I love introducing the importance of native languages. I love training teachers on how to work with students who are learning English," read more..

04 Oct

Success Spotlight

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ENMU Helps Graduate Student in His Career

"Eastern has a very good reputation in the business and having it as a credit on your resume helps get your foot in the door," says Leon Natker, a graduate assistant.Eastern New Mexico University grad read more..

04 Oct

Eastern Experience

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From High School to Grad School: Why I Chose ENMU

Patricia Duran, a graduate student, shares how she overcame challenges to become a Greyhound.I remember walking into my high school guidance counselor's office with my mind made up. For the past two y... read more..

Dr. Jason Paulk, director of Choral Activities at ENMU, with San Juan River rainbow trout.

27 Sep

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Wendel Sloan

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Professor's Life Filled with Music

"I'm thrilled to see my own teaching affecting another generation of singers," says Jason Paulk, director of Choral Activities at ENMU. Kayla and Dr. Paulk at the same spot (Freedom Playground in read more..

27 Sep

General

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New Employee Works Toward Degree at ENMU

Celina Stroup, the new department secretary for the Office of Enrollment Services at Eastern New Mexico University, thinks ENMU was the "best place" for her. Celina with her husband, Tyler. Celina St... read more..

27 Sep

Alumni Success

Desiree Cooper

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Greyhound Grad Law Series: Ninth Judicial District Judge Donna J. Mowrer

Judge Donna J. Mowrer was the first woman appointed and elected to the bench in the Ninth Judicial District in Portales. The Ninth Judicial District Judge in Division IV graduated from ENMU in 1987. ... read more..

Dr. Patricia Thatcher (far right), an Eastern New Mexico University Greyhound Grad and retired staff and faculty member, with judges and the newly crowned Miss National Sweetheart (Photo by Annette McMillan, Sew Shoot Me).

27 Sep

Alumni Success

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Retired ENMU Professor Judges National Sweetheart Pageant

Dr. Patricia Thatcher, an Eastern New Mexico University Greyhound Grad and retired staff and faculty member, volunteers as a board member, interview coach and judge for various pageants.Dr. Patricia T... read more..

Read about the recipients of the 2017 ENMU Foundation and Alumni Association Awards.

27 Sep

Events

Desiree Cooper

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ENMU Foundation and Alumni Association Awards to be Presented at Homecoming Breakfast

The 2017 Eastern New Mexico University Foundation and Alumni Association Awards will be presented at the ENMU Foundation Homecoming Breakfast on Saturday, Oct. 7 in the Campus Union Building Ballroom.... read more..

21 Sep

Alumni Success

Desiree Cooper

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Greyhound Grad Law Series: United States District Judge Robert C. Brack

United States District Judge Robert C. Brack, who graduated with honors from Eastern New Mexico University in 1975, was sworn into his Las Cruces-based position on July 25, 2003.Editor's Note: The ENM... read more..

20 Sep

General

Wendel Sloan

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ENMU Employee Keeps Alumni Connected

Melissa Sena alternates between two jobs at Eastern New Mexico University: library technician for the Golden Library and senior secretary for Alumni Affairs.Melissa Sena alternates between two jobs at... read more..

20 Sep

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Instructor Shares Love of Nursing with Students

Kelly De La Rosa, a new nursing instructor at Eastern New Mexico University, started her pre-med education at Eastern.Kelly De La Rosa, a new nursing instructor at Eastern New Mexico University, start... read more..

20 Sep

Eastern Experience

Adam

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What I Would Tell My Freshman Self

A senior gives advice to her freshman self.I wish I could tell you that this first year seems like it's going to be the hardest. For me, it turns out this year is actually a piece of cake in compariso... read more..

Need to take a break from studying? New Mexico has plenty of places to explore!

13 Sep

Eastern Experience

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A Greyhound Getaway

Need to take a break from studying? New Mexico has plenty of places to explore!With the demands of school, work and life, sometimes Greyhounds need a break. Need to get away or take a small vacation? ... read more..

13 Sep

Eastern Experience

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My Eastern Experience: Jena Slater

A student shares why chose to attend ENMU.During my senior year of high school, I did not anticipate I would join the Eastern New Mexico University Greyhound family. Instead, I was leaning in the dire... read more..

13 Sep

General

Wendel Sloan

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KENW Employee Connects with PBS Viewers

Rena Garrett says she likes "talking with our viewers and donors and learning why they enjoy Public Television and how PBS is important in their lives."Rena Garett's third job at Eastern New Mexico Un... read more..

Read about ENMU’s record-breaking fall enrollment.

13 Sep

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Desiree Cooper

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ENMU Sets Fall Enrollment Record

With a 2017 fall enrollment of 6,027, ENMU has recorded the highest enrollment in its 82-year history.With a 2017 fall enrollment of 6,027, Eastern New Mexico University in Portales has recorded the h... read more..