Academic Affairs

Dr. Manuel Varela, professor of biology and co-author Drs. Manjusha Lekshmi, Jerusha Stephen, Sanath Kumar, and ENMU undergraduate Ms. Anely Ortiz-Alegria have published an invited, peer-reviewed review article in the journal Biology. The citation is Varela, M. F., A. Ortiz-Alegria, M. Lekshmi, J. Stephen and S. Kumar (2023). "Functional Roles of the Conserved Amino Acid Sequence Motif C, the Antiporter Motif, in Membrane Transporters of the Major Facilitator Superfamily." Biology 12(10): 1336.

Visiting Writers Series, The Department of Languages & Literature will host Dr. Rebecca Bernard as she reads from her collection of short stories, Our Sister Who Will Not Die, followed by a Q&A at 2 p.m. on Thursday, November 2, in the Arts & Anthropology Building, Room 110—books for sale before and after the reading.

Advising

CAPP Workshop | Monday, Oct 23 | 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. | University Computer Center Lab, Room 108

CAPP Workshop | Tuesday, Oct. 24 | 4 to 5 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].

Football – Football is on the road this Thursday at 6 p.m. vs Lincoln University. Follow along with all the action live on 105.9 FM KSEL Country.

Men’s Soccer – Men’s Soccer is home on Saturday at 7 p.m. vs. Oklahoma Christian

Volleyball – Volleyball is home tonight vs. the University of the Southwest at 6 p.m., Friday night at 6 p.m. vs Cameron, and Saturday at 2 p.m. vs. West Texas A&M.

Women’s Soccer – Women’s Soccer is home on Saturday at 1 p.m. vs. Dallas Baptist University.

Campus Life

Eastern's Got Talent | Wed. Oct. 15 | 7 p.m.  | CUB Ballroom

Counseling and Career Services

Counseling and Career Services offers free mental health first aid training to all interested students, faculty, and staff. Mental Health First Aid teaches you how to identify, understand, and respond to signs of mental health and substance use challenges among adults. Please head to www.enmu.edu/MFHA to RSVP for one of the five sessions available.

Fine Arts

Duo Encantada Faculty Recital: The Many Moods and Colors of the Oboe | Saturday, Oct. 28 | 3 p.m. | Buchanan Hall, Music Building

Fearfest | Saturday, Oct. 28 | 7 p.m. | Mainstage, University Theatre Center

Human Resources

We want to thank everyone who came to the Benefits Fair and contributed to its success. We would also like to congratulate all the drawing winners! We hope you all enjoy your prizes!

• Dr. Corey Cole - $25 Walmart gift card from Presbyterian
• Shelle Collins - $35 gift card from the ENMU Bookstore
• Susan Cramp – Lavender essential oil box from The Solutions Group
• Sierra Duran - $35 Visa gift card from Davis Vision
• Casie Fields – Electric toothbrush from United Concordia
• Dr. Jovana Gomez – Gym bag and yoga mat from Blue Cross Blue Shield
• Patricia Holbrook – ENMU hat, popcorn, and pistachios from Communication Services
• Blessy Joseph – ENMU mug from ENMU HR and Starbucks gift card from The Cafeteria Plan
• Dr. Mary Kallus – Electric toothbrush from Delta Dental
• John Kanmore – ENMU hat, popcorn, and pistachios from Communication Services
• Dr. Myong-Chul Koag – ENMU hoodie from ENMU Athletics
• William Lampkins – ENMU mug from ENMU HR and Starbucks gift card from The Cafeteria Plan
• Justin Liles – Blanket from NMPSIA
• Jose Mendoza – ENMU shirt from ENMU Athletics
• Dr. Tara Mishra – ENMU mug from ENMU HR and Starbucks gift card from The Cafeteria Plan
• Dr. Anu Ogunleye – ENMU sweats from ENMU Athletics
• Christine Phipps – Meal certificate from Einstein Bagel Bros
• Dr. Mei Reeder – ENMU shorts and shirt from ENMU Athletics
• Dr. Paul Weir – Massage gun from The Solutions Group
• Dr. Juchao Yan – ENMU mug from ENMU HR and Starbucks gift card from The Cafeteria Plan

ITS

Information Technology Services will provide training on identifying phishing emails in UCC 107 and Teams.
Tuesday, October 24, from 3:00 - 3:30 p.m.
Friday, October 27, from 3:00 - 3:30 p.m.

The University Computer Center (UCC) has recently upgraded its High-Performance Lab (HPL) with new computers. The HPL now has 10 PCs with the following specifications:

• Intel Core i5 2.50 GHz processor for solid performance while watching videos and adaptability to make you more productive.
• NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 Ti for a smooth gaming experience without crashing or slowing down.
• Windows 11 Pro OS with all the creative and productive tools you need for movies, music, and more.

These new computers are installed in the HPL located in the UCC. With these upgrades, students can enjoy a seamless computing experience while working on projects or playing games.

UCC LAB SUPPORT HOURS

During semesters:

Monday–Thursday: 7 a.m.–midnight

Friday: 7 a.m.–5 p.m.

Saturday: Noon–9 p.m.

Sunday: Noon–midnight

The lab support hours are shorter during holidays and in between semesters. Please see the UCC website for the lab schedule.

Planning and Analysis

Approved Budget and Planning Meeting minutes from Sept. 20, 2023

Support Staff Senate

Support Staff Senate is conducting its annual Thanksgiving Basket Food Drive from October 1 –November 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]

Throwback to April 29, 2002, Monday Memo

Dr. Caldwell supporting MDA Lock Up

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.