Academic Affairs
Dr. Michael Shaughnessy and Dr. Darryl Bryant have had a paper published in The International Education and Cultural Studies Journal-3,3 14-19.
The Communications Department is hosting a First Amendment Day conference on October 17 in the Sandia Room (CUB) from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. This conference will hold 15-minute panels discussing many topics within The First Amendment. These panels are “Know When to Not”- Which will discuss strategic utilization of the right to free speech and how to address the proper channels to make your voice heard, and when to hold back to prevent situations from escalating. “Hate vs. Free Speech and How YOU Can Use it on Campus”- Will emphasize the difference between hate speech and free speech. “Technology and The Future of Free Speech” will discuss emerging AI programs and how they will impact the future of free speech. Finally, “The Cost of the Truth”- This panel will address media bias based on funding and how financial interest can silence voices. Join us in person or on Facebook Live to better understand The First Amendment.
Facebook Live: Facebook.com/ENMUTHECHASE
Advising
CAPP Workshop | Monday Oct. 9 | 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. | University Computer Center Lab, Room 108
Undeclared Major Workshop | Thursday, Oct. 12 | 3:30 to 5:30 p.m. | University Computer Center Lab, Room 108
CAPP Workshop | Friday, Oct. 13 | 1 to 2 p.m. | University Computer Center Lab, Room 108
Athletics
Basketball – Men’s and Women’s Basketball season tickets are now on sale. Season ticket prices are $90 for general admission and $250 for courtside seats. Individual game tickets are $12 for general admission and $30 for courtside seats. Kids 12 and under are free to come all season long. Tickets can only be purchased digitally or by contacting Director of Ticket Sales Sebastian Jimenez at [email protected].
Cross Country – Men’s and Women’s Cross Country were home in Portales this past weekend. Matthew Guerra (2nd – 27:09.01) posted the top time for ENMU as he took second place on the men's side. The freshman came 17 seconds shy of finishing first in the home competition. On the women’s side, Kaylyn De La Rosa finished the 6k race in 24:10.73 to finish second. The lead runner crossed the line five seconds ahead of the Hounds' senior.
Football – Football had another solid showing on the road at Central Washington, falling 38-35. They are on the road this Saturday at UTPB at 5 p.m. Hear all the action live over the air on 105.9 FM or KSELCountry.com
Men’s Soccer – Congrats to the Men’s Soccer team on knocking off #16 St. Mary’s this past weekend 4-2. The Men’s team is home Saturday at 7 p.m. vs. St Edwards.
Volleyball – Volleyball is home on Friday vs. UT Permian Basin Friday at 6 p.m. and is home Saturday at 2 p.m. vs. Angelo State.
Campus Life
Smash Plates | Wed. Oct. 11 | 11 a.m. | Dallan Sanders Patio
Communication Services
Focus group dates and times for the ENMU rebranding project have been announced.
Students | Wednesday, Oct. 11 | 2 p.m. | GSSC Presentation Room or online via Zoom https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81765287670?pwd=UDgrejVXL0FXNy95Y3V3WnAybjRhQT09
Faculty | Wednesday, Oct. 11 | 4 p.m. | GSSC Presentation Room or online via Zoom https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83537449716?pwd=eG5qRFZ3TW5EcFZ6aThEVzlnWHlzUT09
Staff | Thursday, Oct. 12 | 2 p.m. | GSSC Presentation Room or online via Zoom https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86352545888?pwd=OGhjWE8rNFB0d0UrVVlpaE1iV2Q1Zz09
Effective Oct. 2, Communication Services transitioned the Monday Memo to web format. All Monday Memo releases are available at enmu.edu/MondayMemoNews.
Fine Arts
Fall Choral Concert | Thursday, Oct. 12 | 7 p.m. | Buchanan Hall, Music Building
The Department of Art presents Summer Studies | Friday, Oct. 13 | 4:00 p.m. | Art and Anthropology Building | A pop-up exhibition of recent artwork by Department of Art faculty: Dr. Julian Francolino, Scott Golem, Greg Senn, Ann Underwood, and Britta Urness
Big Band Dance | Friday, Oct 13 | 7 p.m. | Campus Union Building, Ballroom | Come and dance the night away to some great big-band music featuring ENMU's swinging Jazz Ensembles!
Hispanic Affairs
Raramuri: The Foot Runners | Wednesday, Oct 11 | 2 p.m. | Sandia Room
Raramuri, Uto-Aztecan for Tarahumara, are among the world's best runners from life traversing the canyon walls and plateaus of the Sierra Madre Occidental in northern Mexico. In a personal narrative complimented by anthropological, ethnographic, and scientific research, Diana Molina will feature the exceptional Raramuri culture, discuss the impact of modern society on their lifestyle, and highlight the amazing expanse of the canyon environment with stunning photographs taken while living among the tribe for extended periods of time. This event is co-sponsored with the New Mexico Humanities Council.
Homecoming
Highlights below | For a full list of events, visit enmu.edu/Homecoming
Monday, Oct. 16 | 32nd Annual Song Fest |6 p.m. | Campus Union, Ballroom
Tuesday, Oct. 17 | 7th Annual Powderpuff Tournament | 6 p.m. | Steve Loy Family Foundation Stadium | Female Students can sign up at the Campus Life office to participate.
Wednesday, Oct 18 | Online Virtual Bingo with ENMU Chancellor Dr. Johnston | 6 p.m. | Live Zoom Link
Thursday, Oct. 19 | “Flamencosa" Sponsor by Multicultural Affairs | 7 pm. | Campus Union Building, Ballroom
Friday, Oct. 20 | Homecoming Golf Tournament | 8 a.m. and 1 p.m. shotgun starts | Portales Country Club | To sign up visit enmu.edu/HomecomingGolf
Friday, Oct. 20 | President’s BBQ | 4:30-6:30 p.m. | Steve Loy Family Foundation Arena South Gym
Friday, Oct. 20 | Volleyball vs. TAMIU | 6 p.m. | Steve Loy Family Foundation Arena
Friday, Oct 20 | Bonfire and Pep Rally | 6:30 p.m. | Steve Loy Family Foundation Arena, North Parking Lot
Friday, Oct 20 | ENMU Alumni Mix and Mingle | 8 p.m. | Enchantment Vineyards
Saturday, Oct 21 | LSC Cross Country Championships | 8 a.m. | Steve Loy Family Foundation Stadium
Saturday, Oct 21 | Homecoming Parade | 11 a.m. | Steve Loy Family Foundation Stadium
Saturday, Oct 21 | Volleyball vs. TAMUK | 2 p.m. | Steve Loy Family Foundation Arena
Saturday, Oct 21 | ENMU Homecoming Tailgate | 3 p.m. | Steve Loy Family Foundation Stadium
Saturday. Oct 21 | Football vs. A&M Kingsville | 6 p.m. | Steve Loy Family Foundation Stadium
Monday Memo Throwback
Throwback to Oct. 2011

Support Staff Senate
Support Staff Senate is conducting its annual Thanksgiving Basket Food Drive from Oct. 1 –Nov. 9. This food drive is to support ENMU families in need. We ask that you donate non-perishable foods to the collection boxes in the main lobbies of almost all buildings. We are also asking for the nominations of ENMU families who need assistance for this year’s Thanksgiving. Please include in your nomination the name of the ENMU employee, a phone number for the employee, and a brief description of them. Thank you all for your donations and your nominations. Please send your nominations to Sierra Stubbs. [email protected]
Monday Memo Submissions
The Office of Communication Services will be producing the email newsletter "The Monday Memo." To submit announcements for review, please visit enmu.edu/MondayMemo. Please submit academic or university-related announcements. Any announcements of a matter unrelated to the University will not be accepted.


