Academic Affairs
ENMU will host the New Mexico Supreme Court's "Rule of Law" Program at the University Theatre Center | Wednesday, April 1, 2026
As part of the Court's "Rule of Law" civics education initiative, the Justices will hear a real oral argument in the University's theater, allowing students and the community to see firsthand how the state's highest court upholds democracy.
Participants will gain insights into the roles of oral arguments and appellate review, how the court interprets laws and protects due process, and the real-world impact of judicial decisions on communities.
RSVP is required for all attendees; Contact Tamara Mitchell at [email protected] to RSVP for the in-person event or for access to the livestream
Seating begins at 11:30 a.m.; oral arguments run from 1-3 p.m. The University Theatre Center will be closed to the public for the duration of the event unless an RSVP has been submitted.
Student Research and Creativity Conference | The 52nd Annual Student Research and Creativity Conference will be held on April 2, 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.
49th Annual Jack Williamson Lectureship | April 9-11 | Golden Student Success Center
The 49th Annual Jack Williamson Lectureship is coming soon! Ursula Vernon, who writes under T. Kingfisher, will be our Guest of Honor.
Ursula Vernon has two Locus Awards, a Lodestar Award, three Dragon Awards, three Mythopoeic Awards, three Nebula Awards, and four Hugo Awards. Vernon has an extensive publishing career, but you might know her best from Nettle & Bone, A Wizard's Guide to Defensive Baking, and What Feasts at Night (currently nominated for several awards this year).
In addition to our Guest of Honor, several other science fiction authors and scholars will be speaking on panels, including Connie Willis, Rebecca Roanhorse, Arkady Martine, Walter Jon Williams, Darynda Jones, and Melinda Snodgrass, among others.
More details are available at enmu.edu/SciFi. All events will be free except for the luncheon/keynote address. The Williamson Luncheon will be on April 10 at 11:30 a.m. in the CUB Ballroom, catered by the ENMU Culinary Arts program, and tickets are $16 or $10 for ENMU students. For more information, email [email protected] or call 575.562.2501.
Blackwater Draw's Hands-On History Day and Grand Re-Opening | Saturday, April 18 | 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., with an 11 a.m. director's tour | Blackwater Draw Locality No. 1, 508 Route 467, Portales, NM
Blackwater Draw National Historic Landmark and Museum invites you to be part of their Hands-On History Day, a free day of activities including crafts, atlatl dart throwing, pinch pottery, artifact handling, and more! Celebrate the Grand Re-opening of the Visitor's Center, featuring new and updated exhibits.
"Lessons from the Great Conservationists of the Past" by Dr. Larry A. Nielsen | Wednesday, April 15, 2026 | 3:30 - 4:30 p.m. | GSSC Presentation Area
These seem like stressful times for the environment and sustainability. But fear not! Our world is better today than in the past, and it will be even better in the future. How can I be so sure? This seminar will tell the story of inspirational conservationists of the past—people like Rachel Carson, Chico Mendes, Billy Frank Jr. and Wangari Maathai. If we act with their passion and persistence, we can achieve a sustainable and beautiful world! The seminar is based on Nielsen's Nature's Allies: Eight Conservationists Who Changed Our World.
Speaker Bio: Larry A. Nielsen is Professor Emeritus of Natural Resources at North Carolina State University. A native of Chicago, he has degrees from the University of Illinois, University of Missouri, and Cornell University. He spent 40 years as a faculty member and administrator at Virginia Tech, Penn State, and NC State. He has been a department head, school director, college dean, and university provost. He is author of more than 100 publications and has published seven recent books, including Provost: Experiences, Reflections, and Advice from a Former "Number Two" on Campus; Nature's Allies, 8 Conservationists who Changed our World; Wolfpack Rumblings—A Thousand-Mile Walk Across NC State's Campus; and Speaking Skills for Graduate Students.
Athletics
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
Wednesday, April 1
- Two Games: Softball versus Texas Women's | 1 p.m. and 3 p.m. | Portales
Thursday, April 2
- Track at Bobcat Invitational (event continues until Saturday) | San Marcos, Texas
- Baseball vs. St. Mary's | 3 p.m. | Portales
Friday, April 3
- Two Games: Softball versus UT Tyler | 1 p.m. and 3 p.m. | Portales
- Baseball versus St. Mary's | 2 p.m. and 5 p.m.
Saturday, April 4
- Baseball vs St. Mary's | 1 p.m. | Portales
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
From Campus to Service and Back: An ENMU Alumni Journey | Monday, March 30 | 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. | Campus Union Building (CUB), Sandia Room
Join Us for an Inspiring Conversation with Lars Pottle! Lars Pottle, senior airman in the U.S. Air Force and proud ENMU alumnus, took a nontraditional path through higher education—and he's ready to share his story. From enrolling at ENMU, serving in the Air Force, and returning to finish his degree, Lars knows what it takes to balance military service and college life.
Movie Night | Monday, March 30 | 8-10 p.m. | Campus Union Building (CUB), Ballroom | Join ASAB for our monthly movie night, an upcoming movie selected by ASAB Coordinators.
Fine Arts
Faculty Highlight: Dr. Richard Schwartz appeared as a featured alto saxophone soloist with the Southwest Symphony on Sunday, March 29, in Hobbs, NM. Schwartz performed a demanding 20-minute work, "Concerto for alto saxophone and orchestra," by Paul Creston.
Second Annual ENMU Piano Day | April 4 | 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. | Buchanan Hall in the ENMU Music Building, Portales
A non-competitive opportunity for young pianists in grades 1-12 to showcase talent and receive professional feedback in three rounds of performances. The public is invited to observe; a reception will follow each performance level. For more information, please contact Dr. Marina Bengoa Roldan at 575.562.2734.
University
Free Tax Services to the Community | Now until April 15, Tuesdays and Wednesdays Only | No appointment needed | 1-4 p.m. with last check-in at 3:45 p.m. | College of Business, Room 137
First-come, first-served. Please bring photo ID, SSN/ITIN, income papers, and bank info.
Call 575.562.4567 or email [email protected] for more details.
Monday Memo Submissions
Please submit any announcements to enmu.edu/MondayMemo by the Friday before the new Monday Memo is published.
