Monday Memo March 17, 2025

Academic Affairs

Call for Proposals-Grant Applications | Internal Faculty Research and Instructional Development Grant Applications are now being accepted for the 2025-2026 fiscal year.

The deadline for receiving applications is the last Friday of March: March 28, 2025

Eligible Faculty:

• Faculty eligible for internal grants are tenured or faculty in tenure-track positions and hold terminal degrees in their discipline.
• Faculty hired into a tenure-track position as ABD (“All But Dissertation”) who expect to complete their terminal degree within one year are also eligible to apply.
• Non-tenure track faculty are welcome to submit applications.

Please visit https://my.enmu.edu/FRID for more information.

Cynthia Irwin-Williams Lectureship | Thursday, March 20 | 7 p.m. | Art and Anthropology, Room 110 | The Department of Anthropology and Applied Archaeology will hold its 26th annual Cynthia Irwin-Williams Lectureship on Thursday, March 20. Stephen Nash and Paul Reed of Archaeology Southwest will give a presentation on "The CIW Express: Cynthia Irwin-Williams and North American Archaeology in the 20th Century." In addition to pursuing a remarkably prolific archaeological career, Cynthia Irwin-Williams taught anthropology at ENMU from 1964 to 1982. This free event begins at 7 p.m. in room 110 of the Art and Anthropology Building and is open to the public.

Summer Reading Program | June 2 - June 27 | 8 a.m.-Noon., each day | ENMU College of Education Building | The College of Education and Technology has partnered with the NM State Public Education Department for the 2025 NM Summer Reading Program. The program will provide free structured literacy instruction to Kindergarten through grade five students. Student Registration is now open for families wishing to enroll their students in the program!

To register, visit the NM Summer Reading Program website: literacy.nm.gov. Click on “Register Your Child Today” to begin the registration process.

Questions - Please contact Dr. Elizabeth Lester at [email protected] or Dr. Nyabando at [email protected].

Athletics

Athletics Recap (highlight of last week’s wins and recognition):

• Softball wrapped two games with wins against Texas Woman’s University last Monday, 6-0 and 6-1.
• Women’s Basketball made history last Friday, securing their first win in the NCAA tournament (56-52) against #22 Colorado Mesa. The team progressed to the semifinal match against Texas Woman’s University on Saturday evening. Despite a hard-fought game, TWU came out on top. Congratulations to the Women’s team for earning their place in the record books
• Track and Field athlete Jamoi Jackson claimed fifth place in the 400m event during the NCAA DII Indoor Championships on Saturday.
• Baseball secured two wins during their double-header against #4 UT Tyler on Sunday (5-4, 13-3).

Upcoming Athletics Games and Events

For upcoming athletics events, live video, and ticket information, visit the Athletics calendar.

Communication Services

ENMU Sweatshirts | We found an excellent deal for ENMU Full-Zip Sweatshirts. The deadline for ordering is Wednesday, March 24, at 5 p.m. The cost will be $20 each by cash, check, or card. The sweatshirts are unisex and available in sizes Small through 4XL. You may see a sample at the Office of Communication Services, Administration Building, Office 218. Please note that University funds cannot be used to purchase these sweatshirts.

Hanes Comfort Blend Full Zip Sweatshirt
Materials and Features:
• Fabric: 7.8oz 50/50 cotton/polyester blend
• Full-zip hoodie
• Single-ply hood
• Split pouch pocket
• Set-in sleeves
• Rib-knit cuffs and waistband with spandex
• Double-needle stitching

CHEST BODY LENGTH
• S 40 26-1/2
• M 44 27-1/2
• L 48 28-1/2
• XL 52 29-1/2
• 2XL 56 30
• 3XL 60 30-1/2

ENMU Discount Rates in Albuquerque 

Fairfield Inn & Suites Albuquerque Uptown | Book your corporate rate for ENMU at the Fairfield Inn & Suites Albuquerque Uptown, which is only $144 a night plus tax. Visit this link to reserve with the available rat.

Comfort Inn and Suites Albuquerque Downtown | The Comfort Inn & Suites Albuquerque Downtown offers a $99 ENMU rate for king beds and a $109 rate for two queen beds. Call their general manager, Terese Peralta, at 505.242.5228; she can set you up with the ENMU Discount Rate.

Holiday Inn & Suites Albuquerque-North I-25 | ENMU also has a $104-a-night rate at the Holiday Inn & Suites Albuquerque-North I-25. Visit the Hotel Booking link to check availability.

Roosevelt County Chamber “The Business Table”- Volunteers Wanted | First Friday of each month | 11:45 a.m.-1 p.m. | The Roosevelt County Chamber Board Room | The Roosevelt County Chamber seeks volunteer presenters and speakers for their monthly “The Business Table” lunch seminars. Don’t miss an opportunity to share your expertise and network with like-minded professionals.

For more information, contact Quaylene at 575.356.8547 or by email at [email protected].

Fine Arts

American Civil War Presentation | Tuesday, March 25 | 6:30 p.m. | Enchantment Vineyards | The American Civil War was one of the most important historical events in US history. We often remember large battles like Gettysburg, Shiloh, and Antietam. The Western frontier is rarely in conversation. Join us on March 25 at 6:30 p.m. at Enchantment Vineyards, where Hayley Goebel, Roosevelt County Historical Museum Manager, will discuss the importance of New Mexico to the American Civil War.

Creative Connections: An Evening of Art and Crafts  | Thursday, March 20 | 6 p.m. | Golden Student Success Center (GSSC), Runnels Gallery | This event is free and open to the public. | Whether you’re a crochet connoisseur, a knitting newbie, a doodle dreamer, or a watercolor wizard, we’ve got the perfect event for you. Every third Thursday of the month, join fellow artists, crafters, and makers to enjoy a fun-filled evening of fellowship and creativity.

Bring your supplies, tools, and creative energy. You can connect with others, share ideas, and enjoy a relaxing, inspiring atmosphere.

Student Affairs

Event with Lamarr Womble | Wednesday, March 19 | 7 p.m. | CUB Ballroom | Join us in the CUB Ballroom for an inspiring leadership event with special guest Lamarr Womble on how student leaders become legends! Lamarr will share powerful insights from student leaders across the country, covering everything from building your personal brand to boosting creativity and tackling challenges. You won’t want to miss this event—get inspired to make your own legendary impact!

“Life is Blood, Let's Pass it On!” Blood Drive | Friday, March 21 | 10 a.m.-2 p.m. | CUB Bus Lane

Movie Night | Monday, March 17 | 8 p.m. | Campus Union Building  (CUB), Ballroom

Women's History Month: Wilhemina Y. Presentation | Wednesday, March 19 | 2 p.m. | CUB Ballroom

President's Office

One Eastern, One Family, One Future. Join Chancellor James Johnston as he talks about the future of Eastern New Mexico University and all the achievements of the past year at the Anderson Museum of Contemporary Art in Roswell, New Mexico, on Friday, March 21 at 6 p.m. ENMU will also be unveiling the new interactive alumni website, the Silver Pack, during this event. The event is sold out, but you can view it live online at enmu.edu/StateOfEastern. 

Student Services

2025 DegreeWorks Workshops | The spring 2025 DegreeWorks Workshops for currently enrolled undergraduate students will occur in person in UCC 108, or live via Microsoft Teams. Please register to attend a workshop via https://my.enmu.edu/forms/degreeworks-workshop-registration.   

• Tuesday, Mar 18 at 4 p.m.
• Thursday, Mar. 20 at 6 p.m.
• Monday, Mar. 24 at 2 p.m.
• Wednesday, Mar. 26 at 3 p.m.
• Thursday, Mar. 27 at 12:30 p.m.
• Friday, Mar. 28 at 12:30 pm

Monday Memo Submissions

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