Academic Affairs
Distance Learning Fall 2026 Non-Credit Courses—Learn. Move. Grow.
Looking for a new hobby, professional development opportunity, or fun activity for your child? Eastern New Mexico University's Fall 2026 Non-Credit Courses offer something for every age and interest. Join us this semester and discover new skills in wellness, dance, and cybersecurity.
Register early to reserve your spot! Space is limited. Please contact ENMU Distance Learning at 575.562.2165 for more information.
No-cost Professional Development
Comprehensive Cybersecurity Defense Training (PER-256) | September 28 - October 1, 2026 | 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. | Golden Student Success Center, Room 217 | Ages 18 and older. This intensive 32-hour training helps IT professionals strengthen cyber defense strategies and earn a certificate of completion. Registration required.
For Cybersecurity Training registration, visit https://bit.ly/C_S_Training2026.
Youth Dance Programs with Heidi Crates
Tiny Dancers (Ages 3-5) | Thursdays beginning September 17 | 6-6:45 p.m. | $125 (12 sessions)
Beginning Ballet (Ages 6 and older) | Mondays beginning September 14 | 6:45-7:30 p.m. | $125 (12 sessions)
Intermediate Ballet (Ages 8+) | Tuesdays beginning September 15 | 7:15-8 p.m. | $125 (12 sessions)
Sibling Discount Available: Second child receives 50% off registration.
Faculty Highlight | Dr. Chelsea Starr
The U.S. Department of State’s Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs (ECA) and World Learning recommended Dr. Chelsea Starr for placement on the Fulbright Specialist Roster, with a three-year tenure.
The Fulbright Specialist Program offers U.S. academics and industry experts a chance to undertake short-term, project-based assignments, ranging from two to six weeks, with organizations around the world.
Congratulations, Dr. Starr.
Athletics
Portales Athletics Updates
Eastern New Mexico University fall sports kick off this week, with soccer openingits season at home on Thursday, August 27, at 6 p.m. against New Mexico Highlands for a green-out. Head coach Art Briles and the football team will kick off on the road against New Mexico Highlands on the 27 in Las Vegas, N.M., at 6 p.m. Finally, volleyball will travel to Hays, Kansas, for the Fort Hays State Tigers Invite, where they'll play four games over three days against Hastings, Regis, Truman State, and Fort Hays State.
Fall sports season tickets are also on sale at GoEasternAthletics.com!
ENMU Fan Bus
The 2026 football season begins Thursday, Aug. 27, and we want our ENMU faculty, staff, and community on board with us when the Greyhounds take the field.
ENMU Football opens the season on the road against New Mexico Highlands in Las Vegas, New Mexico, and ENMU Athletics is making it easy for our campus community to be part of the excitement.
For just $85 per person, your Greyhound Road trip includes:
- Round-trip bus transportation from ENMU (Steve Loy Family Foundation Arena)
- Admission to the ENMU vs. New Mexico Highlands game
- Tailgating with our fans and a pre-game meal
- A great road-trip experience with fellow Greyhound fans
This season marks the beginning of a new chapter for Greyhound Football under first-year Head Coach Art Briles, and there's no better way for our student athletes to begin the season than seeing ENMU faculty and staff in the stands supporting them.
When our buses pull into Las Vegas filled with Green and Silver, we want New Mexico Highlands to know that
Seats are limited and available on a first-come, first-served basis.
Click our reservation link to secure your seat today!
Career Services
On-Campus Student Employment Job Fair
ENMU Career Services is excited to invite you to the ENMU Career Services On-Campus Student Employment Job Fair - Academic Year 2026-2027!
Date: Aug. 26, 2026
Time: 11 a.m. -1 p.m.
Location: Sandia Room in the Campus Union Building (CUB)
Career Services Tabling Events
ENMU Career Services is excited to invite you to the ENMU Career Services Tabling Events - Academic Year 2026-2027!
Date: August 25, 2026
Time: 11 a.m. -1 p.m.
Location: Lobby of the Campus Union Building (CUB)
Date: August 26, 2026
Time: 10 a.m. -11 a.m.
Location: Steve Loy Family Foundation Arena (SLA)
Date: August 27, 2026
Time: 11 a.m. -1 p.m.
Location: Virtual Participation (Microsoft Teams)
Contact Career Services at 575.562.2418 for more information.
Communication Services
Higher Ed Bond 3
ENMU has deep roots in New Mexico's ranching and farming communities, and we are stepping up to the plate with some massive upgrades! Thanks to a recently approved $2 million bond and a historic $15 million measure going to the ballot this fall, we are completely transforming our agricultural program with brand-new, state-of-the-art facilities. Remember to vote on Bond 3 in this election." There is no tax increase.
The upcoming $15 million ballot request this fall is for a brand-new Ag and Arts building. If approved by voters, this building will provide state-of-the-art technology, classrooms, labs, and shop spaces.
We’ve already broken ground on phase one of our growth, using a $2 million bond to construct a cutting-edge animal production and management facility.
These new facilities ensure local multi-generational ranching families have the top-tier technology and resources to thrive.
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
Echoes in Glass | Historic Photographs from the Ben Brommer Glass Plate Collection
Available Aug. 10 through September 11 | GSSC, Runnels Gallery
Visit our Runnels Gallery in the Golden Student Success Center during regular business hours for our exhibit titled: Echoes in Glass | Historic Photographs from the Ben Brommer Glass Plate Collection. The exhibition is open to the public.
General
ENMU Road Closure
The City of Portales will be conducting phase one of road work. This will be on South Avenue K and is set to begin on Monday, July 13, 2026. South Avenue K, between West 17th Street (Guadalupe Hall) and West 14th Street (GSSC), will be closed to all traffic until the completion of this phase of road work. All vehicles must be moved from South Avenue K between West 17th Street and West 14th Street by 12:01 a.m. on Monday, July 13th. Vehicles parked in this area, moving traffic control devices, or jumping curbs to gain access after the above deadline will be towed at the owner's expense. This construction will be completed in two phases to complete the entire length of South Avenue K. Additional information will be provided prior to the start of phase two.
Please contact the ENMU Department of Public Safety at 575.562.2392 if you have any questions.
ITS
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.
Student Affairs
Extended Hours for SSS Building
The student support services building will continue its extended hours through Aug. 26, remaining open until 6 p.m. This excludes Friday, Aug. 21.
Monday Memo Submissions
Please submit any announcements to enmu.edu/MondayMemo by the Friday before the new Monday Memo is published.
