Enrollment Announcement
Building on a strong academic momentum, Eastern New Mexico University announced its official fall 2026 enrollment data today, highlighting a record-breaking student headcount and broad gains across undergraduate transfers and graduate cohorts.
ENMU's total student headcount reached 6,132 for the fall semester, marking a 2.2 percent increase compared to 6,002 students at the same point last year. This headcount breaks the fall 2017 enrollment milestone of 6,027.
For more information, visit our press release.
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)
Sept. 28 - Oct. 1, 2026 | 8 a.m. to 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.
Register For Cybersecurity Training Today!
Youth Dance Programs with Heidi Crates
- Tiny Dancers (Ages 3-5) | Thursdays beginning Sept. 17 | 6–6:45 p.m. | $125 (12 sessions)
- Beginning Ballet (Ages 6 and older) | Mondays beginning Sept. 14 | 6:45–7:30 p.m. | $125 (12 sessions)
- Intermediate Ballet (Ages 8+) | Tuesdays beginning Sept. 15 | 7:15–8 p.m. | $125 (12 sessions)
Sibling Discount Available: Second child receives 50% off registration.
ENMU Language Lab
The ENMU Language Lab is officially open for the Fall semester, running through Dec. 4, 2026.
Free tutoring and language support are available for Spanish, ESL, Italian, and French. Student-tutors help with conversation, pronunciation, grammar, and exam prep. The lab services are also available to community members.
Sessions are available in-person at the Jack Williamson Liberal Arts building, JWLA 100, or online. Plus, enjoy free conversation hours, cultural events, and language resources open to students, faculty, staff, and the community.
Check tutor availability, book a session at enmu.edu/LanguageLab, or drop by room 100 in JWLA!
Alumni Affairs
Mammoths and Mocktails
Sept. 18 | 5–7 p.m. | Blackwater Draw Locality 1, New Mexico 467, Portales, NM
ENMU Alumni Affairs and Blackwater Draw National Historic Landmark and Museum invite you to Mammoths and Mocktails: An Evening at Blackwater Draw!
Join us for a fun-filled evening of community, history, and family-friendly activities at one of North America's most significant archaeological sites. Enjoy refreshing mocktails, participate in hands-on activities, and experience a special presentation exploring the deep history of Blackwater Draw. Whether you're reconnecting with fellow alumni or visiting the site for the first time, there's something for everyone to enjoy.
Campus Life
The Growth Code- Leveling Up & Unlocking Impact with Dr. Donya Ball
Wednesday, Sept. 9 | 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. | Campus Union Building (CUB), Sandia Room
Join us for an engaging leadership workshop presentation led by Dr. Donya Ball, where students will explore practical strategies for effective leadership, communication, and personal growth. This session offers valuable insights designed to inspire and empower individuals to lead with confidence in professional and community settings.
Filipino Traditional Dance Class
Friday, Sept. 11, 5-6 p.m. | Campus Union Building (CUB), Sandia Room
Get ready to experience the rhythm, romance, and rich traditions of the Philippines with Pantomina Mayor, a beloved folk dance from the Bicol Region! Join us for a fun cultural experience where you'll learn the basic steps and discover the story behind the dance. Pantomina comes from the Spanish word pantomima, meaning "to imitate"—as dancers gracefully mimic the romantic courtship of doves.
Career Services
Career Services Success Week Event Series
Date: Sept. 8 - Sept. 10, 2026
Location: Virtual (Microsoft Teams)
For access to the events, please visit enmu.edu/CareerServices
Tuesday, Sept. 8
Available Service Snapshot | 12-12:15 p.m.
Career Strategy Snapshot | 12:30-12:45 p.m.
Graduate School Application Documentation Snapshot | 1-1:15 p.m.
Jobscan Student Showcase | 2-3 p.m.
Entrepreneurship & Intrepreneurship Series | 4-4:30 p.m.
Entrepreneurship & Intrepreneurship Series | 4:30-5 p.m.
Wednesday, Sept. 9
Employment Application Documentation Snapshot | 12-12:15 p.m.
Fraudulent Job Awareness Snapshot | 12:30-12:45 p.m.
Interview Skills Snapshot | 1-1:15 p.m.
Industry Expert Series - Interview 101 | 2-2:30 p.m.
Entrepreneurship & Intrepreneurship Series | 4-4:30 p.m.
Entrepreneurship & Intrepreneurship Series | 4:30-5 p.m.
Thursday, Sept. 10
Career Skills Q&A Snapshot | 12-12:15 p.m.
Rapid Promotion Snapshot | 12:30-12:45 p.m.
Industry Expert Series - Professionalism 101 | 2-2:30 p.m.
Entrepreneurship & Intrepreneurship Series | 4-4:30 p.m.
Entrepreneurship & Intrepreneurship Series | 4:30-5 p.m.
Career Services Virtual Career Fair
Date: Sept. 11, 2026
Location: Virtual (12Twenty)
To access the virtual career fair through 12Twenty please follow the following steps.
- Access the 12Twenty Student Sign-up page.
- Select "Sign up for an account" and use your ENMU student email address and create a password.
- Log in and navigate to Announcements to register for the Virtual Employer Showcase & Spotlight.
ENMU Student Employee Orientation and Training - Fall 2026
Date: Sept. 14, 2026
Time: 9–11 a.m.
Location: SSS Room 212
Date: Sept. 28, 2026
Time: 2–4 p.m.
Location: SSS Room 212
For additional dates and times, please see the Frontline Staff General Documents - ENMU Student Employee Orientation and Training Information Spreadsheet. If your team would like to schedule at a separate date and time, please contact [email protected].
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.
Visit our press release for more information.
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 Sept. 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.
Faculty Gala | Sept. 17 | 7 p.m. | Music Building, Buchanan Hall
The Department of Music is hosting its annual Faculty Gala concert on Thursday, Sept. 17, at 7 p.m. in Buchanan Hall. The event is free and open to the public. The concert features faculty members from the Department of Music and acts as a "friendraiser" to further support our students, though donations will be accepted. For more information, please contact Dr. Tracy Carr at 575.562.2681 or [email protected].
General
ENMU Road Closure
The City of Portales is currently conducting phase one of road work on South Avenue K. The road work began on Monday, July 13, 2026. South Avenue K, between West 17th Street (Guadalupe Hall) and West 14th Street (GSSC). Roads will be closed to all traffic until this phase of road work is complete. 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.
Rally on Main
Sep 25, 2026 | 5-10 p.m.
The City of Portales and ENMU invite people of all ages to join us in Downtown Portales for our Annual Rally on Main event. Enjoy our community pep rally, musical entertainment, food trucks, and more at the Roosevelt County Electric Co-op Plaza (next to the post office). See the full list of Rally on Main entertainment at enmu.edu/RallyOnMain!
Human Resources
Welcome, August New Hires!
Chantella Raybon Y Ortega-Scott, Financial Aid Clerk
Isabella Robertson, Sports Information Coordinator
Jaelyn Jimenez, Music Administrative Assistant
Jessica Johnson, Associate Athletic Director for Sports Medicine/Head Athletic Trainer
Juan Tinajero Vazquez, Custodian
Kaylee Lee, Career Services Administrative Programs Specialist
Mason Pritchett, KENW TV Broadcast Engineer
Robin Atterton, Custodian
Rylie Mitchell, Custodian
Taelor Aguilar, Assistant Athletic Trainer
ITS
Authentication Updates
As part of ENMU's Authentication Modernization project, ITS is preparing to transition our commonly used campus applications from our existing authentication service to Microsoft Entra ID. This will change the sign-in experience for applications such as the ENMU Portal, Canvas, and Banner applications.
We plan to target Dec. 15 for the primary transition of Campus Applications.
Additional information is available on the following pages:
- Authentication Modernization – Overview of the project and the Departmental and Campus Application transitions.
- Campus Applications – Details about the upcoming change, applications being transitioned, and what students, faculty, and staff should expect.
- Departmental Applications – Information for departments and application owners about planning and coordinating the transition of departmental applications.
Student Affairs
ENMU Homecoming
Save the date for ENMU Homecoming: Oct. 12-17. Our theme this year is "Greyhounds Together We Ride." We will face off against West Texas A&M. Visit enmu.edu/Homecoming to stay up to date on all the activities for Homecoming week.
Monday Memo Submissions
Please submit any announcements to enmu.edu/MondayMemo by the Friday before the new Monday Memo is published.
