Monday Memo: November 3, 2025
Annual Giving
1ROO Annual Giving Program | Launches November 20 | Save the Link: giving.enmu.edu
Introducing 1ROO for ENMU, Eastern's Annual Giving Program — 1Roo is a new way to directly support the ENMU programs you love.
Do you know what a ROO is? It's the melodic call Greyhounds use to call to their pack. At Eastern, our Roo is more than just a sound. It’s the embodiment of our Greyhound grit, determination, and unwavering loyalty. It’s the bond we forge as a community.
This year, we’re channeling that spirit into the 1ROO Annual Giving Program, launching November 20. Here’s what makes 1ROO special: It’s your chance to answer the call for the specific pack you care about. For the first time, you can give directly to any academic, athletic, or community unit at ENMU. Your gift goes straight to work supporting the department, team, or program that means the most to you.
This is your unique call to purpose. It’s a profound pull to help others and a steadfast urge to uplift those around you. Giving through the 1Roo program ensures ENMU remains a place where dreams are nurtured, courage is fostered, and tenacity is rewarded.
Support your pack by answering the call. Answer 1Roo for ENMU!
For more information, please contact Amanda Baca, Director of Annual Giving and Engagement, at [email protected].
Athletics
For a complete overview of game press releases from the past week, see the ENMU Athletics news archives. Visit the Athletics calendar for upcoming events, live video, and ticket information.
Upcoming Events:
Volleyball at Adams State | Tuesday, November 4 | 5 p.m. | Alamosa, Colorado
Women’s Soccer at Texas A&M International | Tuesday, November 4 | 6 p.m. (MST); 7 p.m. (CST) | Laredo, Texas
Volleyball vs. St. Mary’s | Friday, November 7 | 6 p.m. | Portales
Cross Country at NCAA Division II South Central Regional | Saturday, November 8 | 10 a.m. | Pueblo, Colorado
Volleyball vs. St. Edward’s | Saturday, November 8 | 2 p.m. | Portales
Football vs UT Permian Basin | Saturday, November 8 | 6 p.m. (MST); 7 p.m. (CST) | Midland, Texas
Campus Life
From Traditional Regalia to Runway | Thursday, November 6 | 6-7 p.m. | CUB, Greyhound Lounge | Celebrate Native American Heritage Month with us! Join designer Nan Blassingame for her lecture, titled "From Traditional Regalia to Runway," a powerful presentation that highlights the beauty, meaning, and evolution of Native fashion. Open to students, faculty, and staff. You don’t want to miss this inspiring look at indigenous style, culture, and creativity throughout the decades.
Unable to attend in person? Visit the live stream. For more information, contact Indigenous Affairs at 575.562.2470 or [email protected].
Heartbeat Health Fair- Co-Sponsor with Vitalant | Tuesday, November 4 | 8-9 a.m. | Heartbeat Health Fairs also encourage students to give back to the community by donating blood to our local blood banks. This event also brings STI testing, local health professionals, and programs to help our students, staff, and faculty learn about healthy lifestyles.
Playlist Bingo (ASAB) | Wednesday, November 5 | 6-8 p.m. | CUB, Lobby | Bust out your radio knowledge with a music-themed bingo game where we play snippets of famous songs instead of calling out numbers. When you recognize the tune, mark off the artist on your Playlist Bingo card to dance your way to winnings.
Communication Services
Hotel Rates
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 at the available rate.
Comfort Inn and Suites Albuquerque Downtown | The Comfort Inn & Suites Albuquerque Downtown offers a rate of $99 for king beds and a rate of $109 for two queen beds. Contact their general manager, Terese Peralta, at 505.242.5228; she can arrange for you to receive 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.
Fine Arts
Double Reed Studio Recital | Sunday, November 9 | 3-4 p.m. | Music Building, Buchanan Hall | This event is free and open to the public. | Under the direction of Dr. Tracy Carr, the ENMU Double Reed Ensemble performs duos, trios, quartets, and quintets. Come and enjoy the melodious sounds of the bassoon and oboe as their unique timbres create a beautiful and harmonious musical experience.
Fall Saxophone Studio Recital | Wednesday, November 5 | 7 p.m. | Music Building, Buchanan Hall | This event is free and open to the public. | The Department of Music boasts a highly active saxophone studio. Each academic semester contains a multitude of events, including performance tours, guest artists, masterclasses, studio recitals, conferences, and more!
Information Technology Services
Stay Current with ITS | ITS has refreshed its portal with new resources, including announcements, project updates, and links to the Annual Report and Technology Roadmap. October is also Cybersecurity Awareness Month — join us for weekly sessions on topics like protecting personal data, social engineering, and password management. | Visit the ITS Portal | View the Cybersecurity Events.
Human Resources
W-2 Form | Ensure that your Form W-2 is received in 2026 by verifying that your home mailing address (“MA”) is correct. If you change your MA address and are mailed paper paychecks, they will also go to this new address. Look at your paycheck or pay stub to verify your address. If the address needs to be changed, contact Human Resources (Administration Building, Room 113 | [email protected] | 575.562.2115) to complete the appropriate form(s) to update your address by January 2, 2026.”
Welcome, October New Hires!
Adam Aragon - Campus Life Coordinator
Mercedes Irigoyen - Financial Aid Clerk
Vanesa Mojica - Client Support Specialist
Reevea Nickerson - TRIO Student Support Services Professional Skills Development
Teegan Terry - Financial Aid Clerk
Joseph Toenjes - Assistant Athletic Trainer
Music
Eastern New Mexico University Alumni Excel at State Marching Contest
High school marching bands from across New Mexico gathered for the prestigious State Marching Contest, hosted by the New Mexico Activities Association. Out of ten finalist bands, four were led by proud ENMU alumni, showcasing the strength and reach of our music education program.
Finalist Bands Directed by ENMU Alumni:
Clovis High School Wildcat Band, Daniel Perez, Director of Bands
Goddard High School Big Blue Crew, Kevin Everitt, Director of Bands
Lovington High School Big Blue Band, Melissa Rice, Director of Bands
Portales High School Ram Band, Kelli Harden, Director of Bands
ENMU Alumni Supporting These Bands Across Southeast New Mexico:
Clovis High School Wildcat Band — Dustyn Crane • Roger Kemp • Mikayla Stephenson • Nick Stephenson
Goddard High School Big Blue Crew — Whitney Bain • Joseph Flores
Lovington High School Big Blue Band — Cameron Abeyta • Daniel Caballero
Portales High School Ram Band —Leon Marquez • Christopher Smith
We are incredibly proud of our alumni for their leadership, dedication, and passion for music education. Their achievements continue to inspire students and communities across New Mexico. Congratulations to all — and of course, Go Greyhounds!
Music Student Highlight | Twenty-four ENMU Department of Music voice students of Dr. Cassie Glaeser, Dr. Kyle Melton, and Dr. Scott Bracken-Tripp, traveled to the University of New Mexico in Albuquerque, NM, from October 24-26, 2025, to participate in the sixteenth annual Vocal Artistry Art Song Festival. Ms. Kayla Liechty served as collaborative pianist for each student in their competition performances. The following students were selected to sing in a master class with Marilyn Bulli, professor of Voice at Boston Conservatory:
Adele Baum
Nicole Martinez Cumba
Emme Gomez
Lindy Sledge
The following students were selected to sing in a master class with Ann Baltz, founder of OperaWorks and former music director of Minnesota Opera Institute:
Hamilton Gillis
Malaya Henry
Sebastian Hernandez
Enrique Soto
Morgyn Gallegos (senior, majoring in choral music education and vocal performance) and Ethni Florez (freshman, majoring in choral music education) were selected as finalists and scholarship winners. The voice faculty is proud of each student's performance and engagement in the entire festival, which included a competition, three master classes, two artist recitals, and more. We are most proud of the outstanding ambassadors these students are for the ENMU Department of Music.
Museums
Roosevelt Refreshers – From Ramos to Babícora: Exploring the Varieties of Casas Grandes Pottery | Two dates available — Tuesday, November 18 at 6:30 p.m.; Located at Enchantment Vineyards in Portales | Thursday, November 20 at 5:30 p.m.; Located at the Portales Public Library | Event is free and open to all. | Join us on one of two nights for an evening of fun and a historical chat from guest speaker Kylie Colvill, Blackwater Draw Collections specialist, on Casas Grandes pottery with an exclusive look at pieces from the Miles Collection.
Zine Night: Our Stories, Our Strength | Tuesday, November 4 | 6-7 p.m. | CUB, Multicultural Center (lower level) | Let’s get creative together. This night is about telling your story in your own way. You will have the opportunity to create a personal zine using art, collage, or writing that reflects your roots, culture, and unique voice. We will have music, snacks, and all the necessary supplies.
Reminders
Campus Closures:
Thanksgiving Break | November 26-28
Reminders:
Last day to withdraw from Classes 16 Week Session | Nov. 7 | View other important dates by visiting the full Academic Calendar
Finals Week | December 8-12
2025 Fall Commencement | December 13
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