Good morning, Greyhounds!
Advancement and Public Relations
Save the Date: 2026 State of Eastern Address | March 19, 2026 | 3-5 p.m. | Campus Union (CUB), Ballroom
It's time to gather, reflect, and look ahead. You are cordially invited to join us for the 2026 State of Eastern Address as we celebrate our collective progress and chart the course for our future.
Chancellor James Johnston will present this year's vision:
"One Eastern, One Family, One Detail at a Time"
Connect with colleagues, listen to highlights about our current “One Eastern" progress, and hear firsthand the direction our university system is taking in 2026 and beyond.
Save the Date:
- When: Thursday, March 19, 2026
- Time: 3–5 p.m.
- Where: Campus Union Building (CUB) Ballroom, Portales, NM
- We will have hors d'oeuvres and drinks available while you catch up with the Greyhound community. This event is free to attend.
- The event will also include live piano music performed by Kayla Leichty throughout the evening. The ENMU Brass Quintet will also perform the Alma Mater.
- Stay to socialize and grab yourself a slice of cake created by the Department of Culinary Arts.
How to Attend:
- In-Person We'd love to see you there! To help us prepare the refreshments and catering, please let us know you're coming:
enmu.edu/StateofEasternRSVP - Virtual: Can't make it to the CUB? We've got you covered. A live-stream link will be updated closer to the event date. Bookmark this short link to watch the future live broadcast: enmu.edu/StateofEastern
We look forward to seeing the "One Eastern" spirit in full force on March 19.
Advising
DegreeWorks Workshops | Join ENMU Advising for DegreeWorks Workshops to teach undergraduate students how to find their degree requirements and classes they need to complete their degree. These workshops are offered BEFORE summer/fall registration begins to help students prepare for their advising appointments.
All workshops will be in UCC 108, either in person or via MS Teams, or students can request a recording. Please register online at enmu.edu/DegreeWorksWorkshop.
March 17, 2026, at 2 p.m.
March 18, 2026, at 1 p.m.
March 19, 2026, at 4 p.m.
March 23, 2026, at 3:30 p.m.
March 24, 2026, at 6 p.m.
March 27, 2026, at 11 a.m.
Student Success Workshops | Join ENMU Advising for in-person or MS Teams workshops for undergraduate students. You can register for these workshops at enmu.edu/StudentSuccessWorkshops.
Choices 360 Workshop, Monday, March 2, 2026, at 3 p.m. in UCC 108:
Choices 360 is a free online system to help students reach their full potential by exploring their career interests and learning about different careers. In this workshop, you will get to know how your strengths, skills, and interests can help you find the right pathway to a career. You will be able to search for occupations and scholarships using your assessment results and save the results in your online Choices 360 Portfolio.
Building a Balanced Diet: The Plate Method, Wednesday, March 18, 2026, at 3 p.m. in the Pecos Room:
Come join us for some delicious information about the building blocks of a balanced diet using The Plate Method. Learn about the major categories that make up The Plate and the importance of each category. Additionally, learn about an exciting event done in collaboration with Sodexo in the dining hall. This event will feature a representation of the workshop materials in the form of your very own balanced bowl that you can eat!
It Is Never Too Early: Prepare for Finals Ahead of Time, Wednesday, March 25, 2026, at 3 p.m. in UCC 108:
This workshop's primary focus is to discuss the nature of finals and the importance of early preparation. This session will cover finals jitters, reaching out for assistance after midterms, other considerations (meal planning, a clean space), and discovering appropriate resources to aid in preparing for finals.
Athletics
Football Season Tickets | Season tickets are now on sale for football. Five home games against top-tier competition. Contact Aaron in Athletics by phone at 575.562.2153 to buy today!
Upcoming athletics events:
Thursday, March 5
- Men's Basketball Lone Star Conference Quarter Finals | Frisco, Texas
Friday, March 6
- Women's Basketball Lone Star Conference Quarter Finals | Frisco, Texas
- Softball at Sul Ross State | Alpine, Texas | 1 p.m. (MST); 2 p.m. (CST) | Second game | 3 p.m. (MST); 4 p.m. (CST)
- Baseball vs. UT Permian Basin | Portales | 5 p.m.
Saturday, March 7
- Men's and Women's Basketball Lone Star Conference Semi-Finals | Frisco, Texas
- Baseball vs. UT Permian Basin | Two games at 2 p.m. and 5 p.m. | Portales
Sunday, March 8
- Men's and Women's Basketball Lone Star Conference Tournament | Frisco, Texas
- Softball at Western New Mexico | Two Games: 12 p.m. and 2 p.m. | Silver City, New Mexico
- Baseball vs. UT Permian Basin | Portales | 1 p.m.
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 and Multicultural Affairs
Women's Craft Night | Thursday, March 5 | 6-8 p.m. | Multicultural Center (Lower level of the CUB) | Join us for a fun and creative celebration of women in pop music! Paint your own beautiful icon inspired by legendary female artists while enjoying delicious hors d'oeuvres and a lively sing-along. It's the perfect blend of art, flavor, and music—come relax, create, and honor the women who shaped the soundtrack of our lives! For more information, contact Hispanic Affairs at 575.562.2451 or by email at [email protected].
Career Services
Graduate School Application Documentation Snapshot (Virtual Event) | The Graduate School Application Documentation Snapshot will be presented at 4 p.m. on Monday, March 2, 2026 (Today). This virtual event highlights the Graduate School selection process, Graduate School application documentation, and personal statement development. If you would like to join us, the Microsoft Teams link is available on the Career Services Portal.
The Jobscan Showcase (Virtual Event) | The showcase will be presented at 12 p.m. on Thursday, March 5, 2026. This virtual event highlights the new Career Services Vendor - Jobscan; this innovative platform includes Resume, Cover Letter, LinkedIn, and ATS Optimization comparing your employment application documentation to real job postings and provides immediate, individualized feedback. If you would like to join us, the Microsoft Teams link is available on the Career Services Portal.
Department of Biology
Faculty Publication Highlight | Dr. Sreejith Perinthottathil and others announced the publication of a comprehensive new peer-reviewed scientific review that challenges the long-held assumptions about the biology of aging, arguing that lipids—the diverse group of molecules that includes fats, oils, and cholesterol—are not merely passive building blocks but are in fact dynamic "master regulators" that actively drive the aging process and the onset of devastating neurodegenerative diseases like Alzheimer's and Parkinson's.
https://www.mdpi.com/2813-7086/3/1/6
Published in Lipidology on Feb. 12, 2026
Article: Lipids and Their Role in Aging and Neurodegenerative Decline
Fine Arts
University Juried Exhibition | Feb. 17 through March 20, 2026 | Runnels Gallery, Golden Student Success Center (GSSC) | Free admission and open to the public | Open during GSSC hours | Event followed by Gallery Reception on March 20
From 116 submissions, only 30 works were selected, representing 24 outstanding artists from six schools across New Mexico and West Texas. This annual competitive showcase highlights the depth, originality, and authenticity of emerging talent throughout our region.
Juror Warren Lloyd describes this year's exhibition as a bold, authentic, and unique collection chosen for its powerful first impressions, creative integrity, and meaningful connection to regional culture. Each selected work reflects thoughtful artistic process, compelling conceptual frameworks, and honest engagement with materials and perspective.
This esteemed exhibition not only celebrates student achievement but also enriches our university and surrounding communities through artistic excellence and cross-disciplinary collaboration.
University Juried Exhibition Closing Reception | Friday, March 20 | 3:30–4:30 p.m. | Runnels Gallery, Golden Student Success Center (GSSC) | Free admission and open to the public | Open during GSSC hours.
Human Resources
New Hires | Welcome, February New Hires!
Jacob Allen, Custodian
Carlos Duran, Mover/Physical Plant Assistant
Ivery Gillespie, Dual Enrollment and Continuing Education Coordinator
Shyanne Jones, ENMU System Title IX Civil Rights Investigator
International Affairs
Luncheon and Q&A: Dr. Prabha Shrestha's Journey from Nepal to the U.S | Tuesday, March 3, 2026, 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. | CUB, Sandia Room | Dr. Prabha will answer the collected questions gathered from tabling. Following that, she will share her own story as a woman and student who moved to the United States from her first home, Nepal. For more information, contact the Office of International Affairs at 575.562.4915 or [email protected].
Monday Memo Submissions
Please submit any announcements to enmu.edu/MondayMemo by the Friday before the new Monday Memo is published.
