Monday Memo: May 18, 2026

Monday Memo: May 18, 2026

Early Reminders

ENMU will be closed for Memorial Day on May 25.

Academic Affairs

ENMU Summer Language & Literacy Studio

Join us this summer to boost your child's reading skills and spark a lifelong love for books! Endowed by Dr. Gay Su Pinnell, this program offers personalized attention to improve fluency, comprehension, and vocabulary. Instruction is provided in both English and Spanish. Children will keep their learning fresh and build confidence by focusing on phonics, memory skills, and comprehension. All while experiencing the magic of reading on a college campus.

Available for: Children entering kindergarten through grade 5

When: June 8 through July 2, 2026
Schedule: Monday–Thursday | 9 a.m. to Noon
Where: ENMU Campus

Visit enmu.edu/LLStudio for more information.

ENMU Summer Non-Credit Programs – Learn, Grow & Have Fun!

Eastern New Mexico University invites you to explore our exciting lineup of Summer 2026 non-credit offerings—perfect for all ages and interests!

Lil' Hounds Culinary Skills Bootcamp (Ages 8–12)

June 8–11 | 9  a.m. to Noon | $25
Cook up some fun with Chef Lisa Campbell in this hands-on, four-day camp designed for young chefs!
Only a few spots remain!

Financial Literacy Bootcamp (Ages 16+)

June 9–10 | 9:30 a.m. to Noon | FREE
Learn smart money skills from ENMU College of Business experts—great for beginners and beyond!

Adult Mental Health First Aid (Ages 18+)

June 16 | 8:30 a.m. – 5 p.m. | $40
Gain valuable tools to support others with confidence and care.

Getting Ready for Your First Year of College (Ages 16+)

July 6, 8, & 10 | 10  – 11  a.m. | FREE
Prepare for college success with guidance from ENMU Distance Learning.

Dual Credit Breakdown (Ages 15+)

July 14 (English) & July 16 (Spanish) | 4:30 – 6 p.m. | FREE
Learn how to earn college credit early—plus live Q&A!

Yoga with Melissa Maas (Ages 16+)

Tuesdays | 6 – 7  p.m. | $55
Choose from Vinyasa Flow or Yin Yoga—perfect for all experience levels.

*All sessions held on the ENMU Campus
*Call to Register: ENMU Distance Learning 575.562.2165

Spots fill fast—don't miss your deadlines! Make this summer count with ENMU!

Little Hounds Instructors Needed

The ENMU Office of Distance Learning is now accepting applications for a Lead Instructor for the summer Little Hounds Program. This fun, hands-on program serves children ages 8–12 and offers flexible one- to four-day course options.

Lead instructors receive a paid stipend and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact while engaging young learners in an energetic, supportive environment. If you enjoy working with children and would love to share your skills this summer, we encourage you to submit a course proposal and join us!

Contact Ivery at 575.562.4248 for more information on how to apply.

Golden Student Success Center Activities

Available June-July

ENMU's Summer 2026 programming offers a diverse mix of social, creative, and educational activities hosted primarily at the Golden Student Success Center. Highlights include competitive and social gaming through a Cribbage Tournament and weekly Board Game sessions, alongside hands-on creative workshops like Camp Paper Craft, Coptic bookbinding, and textile arts.

For those seeking cultural and intellectual engagement, the schedule features a Philip K. Dick film series, a behind-the-scenes Museum Manager's tour, a Hispanic musical recital, and weekly "Eat, Read, Share" lunch gatherings.

While many events are open to all ages, several technical workshops and tours require advance registration at enmu.edu/SummerPrograms.

Roosevelt Refresher

Join us for the May Roosevelt Refresher – "Making It So: New Mexico and the Space Age" - an evening of fun, drinks, & a chat from guest speaker Dr. Donald "Doc" Elder, ENMU Professor of History, on "space, the modern frontier". Enchantment Vineyard doors open at 6 p.m., and the chat starts at 6:30 p.m. on Tuesday, May 19. The event is free and open to all!

Athletics

Upcoming athletics events:

May 21-23

NCAA Division II Outdoor Track and Field National Championships | Emporia, Kansas

Communication Services

Hotel Special 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.

Visit the hotel reservation link

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.

Visit the hotel reservation link

Fine Arts

ENMU Theatre Arts Drama Academy (TADA!)

ENMU is excited to announce the summer theatre camp. The camp is designed for students in grades 1-12, from elementary through high school. Participants will learn techniques in acting, directing, design, and everything that goes into making a play!

The TADA Academy runs Monday, June 22, through Friday, June 26, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

To enroll, visit enmu.edu/TADA.

For more information, including scholarship requests, contact Clara Kundin at [email protected].

Fine Arts Faculty Recap

Dr. Peter Grubisich (percussion), Dr. Bruce Keeling (trombone), and Dr. Richard Schwartz (saxophone and jazz) performed on Sunday, May 10, with Tito Puente, Jr. at the Cactus Theater in Lubbock, TX.

Summer by Design Art Camp Registrations

The ENMU Summer by Design art camp (Monday, June 1 through Thursday, June 4) is now open for registration (for students in grades 3-12). There are day camp and overnight camp options.

For more information:

Visit the Art Camp webpage

Human Resources

Evaluation Reminder

Annual Employee Performance Evaluations are just around the corner and are due July 31. Please note that employees are evaluated on a fiscal year, July 1 through June 30 (probationary evaluations follow a separate schedule).

ITS

Early Adopters: SharePoint Migration

If your department uses a shared drive, ITS is looking for a few early adopters to pilot the move to SharePoint. This helps us test the process and work through any issues before a broader rollout. Participation includes some prep work and coordination with ITS during your scheduled migration.

Learn more about Department File Share Migration to SharePoint

Want to be an early adopter?

Visit out signup link

Watch: Microsoft 365 Copilot Chat Training

AI is already part of your Microsoft 365 tools. This Copilot Chat session, presented by Microsoft, shows you how to use it to save time and get more done in your daily work.

Watch the training by visiting the recording link.  

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