The President's Ambassadors are students who demonstrate a passion and love for ENMU. They represent Eastern to prospective students, their families and the community at large in on-campus events such as ENMU OpenHouse Preview Days, campus tours, high school visits, as well as off-campus events like the ENMU Homecoming Parade. They also assist Enrollment Services with day-to-day operations, including general office tasks and recruiting-related duties.
The goal of the President's Ambassadors is to accurately inform you, as prospective students and parents, about ENMU's mission and philosophy, academic programs, faculty and students, physical facilities, social opportunities, developmental programs, and student services. They show the true spirit of Eastern by demonstrating sincerity, enthusiasm, authenticity, interest and helpfulness to help you feel welcome, comfortable and positive about your ENMU experience.
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Tate Bradfute
Hometown:
Portales, New Mexico
Major:
Biology (Pre-med)
Favorite Spot on Campus:
The MaxPAC
Fun Fact:
Although I'm majoring in Biology, I also have a passion for Music.
Why I chose to be an ENMU Greyhound:
All of my siblings have gotten their start here at Eastern. Many of my siblings –who moved off to different schools– said that they thought that the education here at ENMU was rich and retainable when compared to other schools. Out of the schools my siblings attended, they all preferred ENMU. Consequently, I decided to attend Eastern New Mexico University.
Eastern made your college list, here is my advice:
Remember that the price of your education does not guarantee the quality of your education.
Organizations and Activities:
Spectrum and Weightlifting at the MaxPAC, and President's Ambassadors
Jacob Chavez
Hometown:
Rio Rancho, New Mexico
Major:
Electronics Engineering Technology (EET)
Favorite spot on campus:
EET Lab or Campus Union Building (CUB)
Fun Fact:
I collect hats.
Why I chose to be an ENMU Greyhound:
I chose to be a Greyhound because I really liked the campus and how welcoming everyone is here. I enjoyed the community that ENMU provides.
Eastern made your college list, here is my advice:
One thing I like is how the class sizes are smaller than huge lecture rooms. This gives you better connections with your professors with a lower student to professor ratio.
Organizations and Activities:
President's Ambassadors
Alesha Foster
Hometown:
Belen, New Mexico
Major:
Forensic Science with an emphasis in forensic chemistry
Favorite Spot on Campus:
Dallan Sanders Patio
Fun Fact:
I enjoy painting in my free time.
Why I Chose to be an ENMU Greyhound:
I chose to be an ENMU Greyhound because my grandparents were Greyhounds, and the campus and people were so nice and welcoming.
Eastern made your college list, here is my advice:
My advice for people during their college search is not to choose a college based on what your family wants but what you want to do for your life.
Organizations and Activities:
President's Ambassadors
Minnie Hayhurst
Hometown:
Alamogordo, New Mexico
Major:
Digital Filmmaking
Favorite Spot on Campus:
The bean bags in the Golden Student Success Center (GSSC)
Fun Fact:
I have two awesome cats.
Why I Chose to be an ENMU Greyhound:
I came because I had family nearby and they have a good film program while still being affordable.
Eastern made your college list, here is my advice:
Find good friends that motivate you to keep going when things get tough.
Organizations and Activities:
I'm in Film Club, ACE+D, and President's Ambassadors.
ShayLeigh Hernandez
Hometown:
Roswell, New Mexico
Major:
Culinary Arts
Favorite Spot on Campus:
The Greyhound Lounge
Fun Fact:
I am a practicing wiccan.
Why I Chose to be an ENMU Greyhound:
I came because of the small class sizes and the fact this is the only school in New Mexico with a culinary program.
Eastern made your college list, here is my advice:
Make sure to have fun and go to a lot of events on campus!
Organizations and Activities:
President's Ambassadors
Aiden Kepfer
Hometown:
Alamogordo, New Mexico
Major:
Communication
Favorite spot:
The Golden Student Success Center (GSSC)
Fun fact:
I snowboard.
Why I Chose to be an ENMU Greyhound:
I chose to become a Greyhound because of the pricing and friendliness of campus.
Eastern made your college list, here is my advice:
Look for a college where you see yourself succeeding.
Organizations and Activities:
Kappa Sigma Fraternity and President's Ambassadors
Rane Muhr
Hometown:
Roswell, New Mexico
Major:
Accounting
Favorite Spot on Campus:
The Golden Student Success Center (GSSC)
Fun Fact:
I have three dogs: Bear, Beau, and Duke.
Why I Chose to be an ENMU Greyhound:
The small class sizes at Eastern give students more opportunities to connect with other students and truly connect with professors.
Eastern made your college list, here is my advice:
Attend college fairs! I came across ENMU at a college fair. I wasn't sure where I wanted to go, but, after talking with a recruiter at a college fair, I knew this was where I wanted to go.
Organizations and Activities:
Accounting and Finance Club
Destini Nava
Hometown:
Friona, Texas
Major:
Social Studies with an emphasis in history, and a Minor in Athletic Training
Favorite Spot on Campus:
The Golden Student Success Center (GSSC)
Fun Fact:
One of my favorite holidays is Halloween.
Why I Chose to be an ENMU Greyhound:
I chose ENMU because it's not too big of a school and all of the classes are small.
Eastern made your college list, here is my advice:
One piece of advice I would give is to look at all the scholarships on the website and apply to them. There is a lot to choose from.
Organizations and Activities:
Track
Jared Reeves
Hometown:
Morton, Texas
Major:
Music Education
Favorite Spot on Campus:
The Golden Student Success Center (GSSC)
Fun Fact:
I was born on a leap year.
Why I choose to be a greyhound:
I chose to become a Greyhound because I felt I would be more than a number here. ENMU treats all of their students with respect and gives them a sense of home and belonging. I love the personal relationship I have with many of my professors. I also enjoy being able to be involved in so many activites.
What advice would I give:
Make sure the college you are going to attend makes you feel comfortable and is accepting of who you are. Make sure you find a college that will enable you to discover your full potential and where you are able to find who you truly are.
Organizations and Activities:
Student Government, Gender and Sexuality Alliance, Bored Geeks and Board Games, ACE+D, Sigma Alpha Epsilon, Greyhound Sound, ENMU Steel band, ENMU Jazz Band, Esports, and President's Ambassadors
Ashton Smith
Hometown:
Roswell, New Mexico
Major:
Mathematics with an emphasis in secondary education
Favorite Spot on Campus:
The Golden Student Success Center (GSSC)
Fun Fact:
I start listening to Christmas music in July.
Why I Chose to be an ENMU Greyhound:
Eastern provides its students with early experiences in their fields to give them many opportunities for growth and success. As an education major, I have had many opportunities to get early experience in the classroom. I love the small class sizes and getting to form personal relationships with all my professors and classmates.
Eastern made your college list, here is my advice:
As you search for your college, I highly suggest visiting all the schools on your list. This will help you pick the place that feels like home. Make sure not to procrastinate on getting essays written and applications submitted. Research your degree plan at each of the schools on your list.
Organizations and Activities:
Chi Omega, Kappa Delta Pi, and Educators Rising
Zachary Tebay
Hometown:
Rio Rancho, New Mexico
Major:
Wildlife and Fisheries Science
Favorite Spot on Campus:
The Golden Student Success Center (GSSC)
Fun fact:
I drive a 1977 El Camino.
Why I Chose to be an ENMU Greyhound:
I love the relaxing atmosphere of the campus, and I love that I get more one on one time with teachers.
Eastern made your college list, here is my advice:
Your advisors are a great resource to use if you have any questions.
Organizations and Activities:
ENMU Student Chapter of the Wildlife Society
Eli Terry
Hometown:
Floyd, New Mexico
Major:
Communicative Disorders
Favorite Spot on Campus:
Greyhound Arena
Fun Fact:
I play the guitar.
Why I chose to be an ENMU Greyhound:
I chose Eastern due to its outstanding Communication Disorders program and affordable price. Another thing that made my choice easy was that here at ENMU I am not seen as a number but as an individual.
Eastern made your college list, here is my advice:
Make the most out of every opportunity that arises.
Organizations and activities:
NSSLHA, ENMU Dawg Days Counselor, and President's Ambassadors
Aelea Thomas
Hometown:
Albuquerque, New Mexico
Major:
Environmental Science
Favorite Spot on Campus:
The Golden Student Success Center (GSSC)
Fun Fact:
If I could travel anywhere, I would go to Iceland to see active volcanoes.
Why I Chose to be an ENMU Greyhound:
I chose to be a Greyhound because I love the tight knit community and the small class settings. The campus is beautiful, and the geology based environmental program is a wonderful way for me to lay down the foundation for my future.
Eastern made your college list, here is my advice:
If you need help in a subject, do not be afraid to go to office hours or get a tutor, there is no shame!
Organizations and Activities:
ACE+D, Environmental Science Club, and President's Ambassadors
