Monday Memo (Tuesday Edition): January 20, 2026

Monday Memo (Tuesday Edition): January 20, 2026

Academics

Student Research and Creativity Conference | The 52nd Annual Student Research and Creativity Conference deadline for submission is March 1, 2026! Undergraduate and graduate students from all disciplines are invited to present their research and creative works in paper, poster, performance, art, and culinary display categories. This university conference offers students the opportunity to gain valuable presentation experience and receive feedback on their work from faculty members across various disciplines. A complimentary awards banquet is held in the evening for participants and their two guests, during which category winners are announced and receive cash prizes. Please visit enmu.edu/SRCCApply for more information.

Athletics

Upcoming Events

  • Thursday, Jan 22
    • Women’s Basketball versus West Texas A&M | 5:30 p.m. | Portales
    • Men’s Basketball versus West Texas A&M | 7:30 p.m. | Portales
  • Friday through Saturday, Jan 23-24
    • Track at the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Invitational | All-day events | Albuquerque, New Mexico

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.

Campus Life

ASAB Karaoke Night | Wednesday, Jan 21 | 6-8 p.m. | Campus Union (CUB), Lobby

Distance Learning

Distance Learning: Fall Non-Credit Course Offerings
Tiny Dancers (ages 3-5)
Beginning Ballet (6+)
Intermediate Ballet (8+)
Advanced Ballet/Contemporary Dance (12+)

For dates, times, and prices, visit https://my.enmu.edu/pages/distance-learning-non-credit-course-list

Contact Distance Learning for more information and to register! Call 575.562.2165 or email [email protected]

Communication Services

Jacket Orders | Communication Services is now distributing last year’s jacket orders. If you placed an order, please remember to visit Communication Services in the Administration Building, Room 218.

Employee Calendars | Updated Employee Calendars are available under Forms and Downloads in the Human Resources section. The file is titled "2026 Employee Calendar." To access the file at any time, please bookmark this webpage.

Fine Arts

From Seuss to Sondheim: A Spotlight on Musical Theatre | Friday, January 30 and Saturday, January 31 | 7 p.m. | Music Building (MB), Buchanan Hall

Please join us for the ENMU Voice Area's production of From Seuss to Sondheim: A Spotlight on Musical Theatre!

This musical theatre scene showcase is for all ages and features students from the Departments of Music, Theatre, and Digital Filmmaking. Come and enjoy music from Seussical the Musical, Company, Les Misérables, Dear Evan Hansen, and more. All performances will take place in Buchanan Hall in the ENMU Music Building on Friday, January 30, at 7 p.m. and Saturday, January 31, at 7 p.m.

Tickets are now on sale and can be purchased at https://enmuopera.booktix.com/dept/main/e/Seuss2So. Tickets are $7 for all ages, and ENMU students with a valid ID receive free admission. Tickets can also be purchased at the door starting at 6:00 p.m., subject to availability. Doors will open at 6:30 p.m. each night for From Seuss to Sondheim: A Spotlight on Musical Theatre!

Golden Student Success Center

High Plains Cosplay: Intermediate Sewing | Thursday, January 22 | 5:30–7:30 p.m.
University Theatre Center (UTC), Lobby

Join the Golden Library for the fifth session of our High Plains Cosplay series! This session will focus on hand and machine sewing. We will discuss how to alter a commercial pattern and have a wrist pin cushion project available. Sample fabric and templates are provided, or you can bring your own fabric or projects to work on.

For more information about the High Plains Cosplay series, visit enmu.libguides.com/Cosplay.

Communication Services

New Website Wireframe Presentation | Thursday, January 22 | 9-10 a.m. and 3-4 p.m.
Golden Student Success Center (GSSC), Presentation Room

We would like to invite you to an open forum presentation of the new website wireframe! This session is an opportunity to preview the proposed website structure and design direction, and to get your feedback!

We will:

  • Walk through the new website’s homepage wireframe
  • Highlight key features, navigation, and user experience improvements
  • Gather feedback from you to let us know what you think

Date, time, and location:

  • Date: January 22, 2026
  • Times: 9-10 a.m. and 3-4 p.m.
  • Location: GSSC Presentation Area

For those who cannot attend:

If you are unable to attend and would like to submit your feedback, we will send a recording of the presentation along with a link to the feedback form.

Your input is valuable and will help ensure the website meets the needs of our community. We encourage you to attend and participate.

Where we are with the project:

We are currently working with Juicebox Interactive, a web design + branding agency, on the homepage wireframe that will help shape the rest of the website’s look and feel. The homepage is the front door to our online presence, and we want your input to ensure we make a great first impression and set the standard for the website’s overall experience.

Monday Memo Submissions

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