Eastern New Mexico University employees recently shared their favorite part about being a Greyhound and what they love most about their job. For me, I love that my role as a media relations and social media assistant is helping our campus be known in New Mexico through our campus news.
Many of the Greyhound employees shared how their fulfillment comes from making a difference in the lives of students. Here's what they had to say:
Name: Angela Hall
Position: Financial Aid Specialist
What is your favorite part about being a Greyhound?
So many Greyhounds are themselves and not trying to be something or someone that they are not.
What do you love most about your job?
I love that I have the ability to guide students who may not have the guidance my parents gave me when I was in school.
Name: Lake Baker
Position: Recruiter for Enrollment Services
What is your favorite part about being a Greyhound?
The campus community. Everyone from the faculty and staff to students is incredibly friendly.
What do you love most about your job?
Discussing future opportunities with potential students.
Name: Haley Powell
Position: Tracking Clerk
What is your favorite part about being a Greyhound?
Everything! But mainly the professors that are always willing to help you.
What do you love most about your job?
I get to help others attend ENMU.
Name: Kelsey Laurenz
Position: Recruiter for Enrollment Services
What is your favorite part about being a Greyhound?
A very supportive atmosphere.
What do you love most about your job?
Talking to students about everything ENMU has to offer, from education to experiences.
Name: Michael Lucero
Position: Coordinator, Transfer Center
What is your favorite part about being a Greyhound?
We are a big family that genuinely cares and wants to see each other succeed.
What do you love most about your job?
Helping others see that their goals are not as far out of reach as they initially thought and that they can be achieved right here at ENMU.
Name: Carla J. Benavidez
Position: Accountant
What is your favorite part about being a Greyhound?
Being part of a great community.
What do you love most about your job?
I love that I can be part of something big.
Name: Celina Stroup
Position: Secretary of Enrollment Services
What is your favorite part about being a Greyhound?
The support I receive from all of my instructors and peers.
What do you love most about your job?
Getting to meet new students and assisting them with any questions they may have about ENMU.
Name: Laura Nicoll
Position: Administrative Secretary for Financial Aid
What is your favorite part about being a Greyhound?
The feeling of community.
What do you love most about your job?
Working with all the people in my department including the students.
