Be sure to check out all of the upcoming events this week and prepare for an entertaining Homecoming 2026 celebration.

Important Dates:

Thanksgiving Break

Wednesday, Nov. 25 – Friday, Nov. 27 | multi-day | University Closed

Academic Affairs

Faculty and Students Attending New Mexico Geological Society Fall Field Conference (NMGS FFC)

Wednesday, Oct. 21 – Saturday, Oct. 24 | All Day | Albuquerque, N.M.

Two ENMU Environmental Science students and Assistant Professor Dr. Emmanuella Anang are attending after winning the NMGS FFC award.

Faculty Book Publication: A Holistic Study of Blood

ENMU faculty members Michael Shaughnessy, Ann Varela, and Manuel Varela have published a book titled A Holistic Study of Blood: Everything You Need to Know, published by Cambridge Scholars Publishing. Hardback ISBN: 1-0364-8194-8; eBook ISBN13: 978-1-0364-8195-7.

AFSK Turkey Trot

Saturday, Nov. 7 | Sign-in at 8 a.m., Walk at 8:30 a.m. / Family Walk and 5K at 9 a.m. | Agriculture Building

An annual 5K and family walk benefiting the Campus Life Resource Closet. Contact [email protected] for more information.

ENMU Language Lab

The ENMU Language Lab is officially open for the Fall semester, running through December 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!

Advising Center

DegreeWorks (Degree Audit) Workshops

Get ready for Spring 2027 registration by attending a workshop to help undergraduate students understand their degree audit, track progress toward graduation, and ensure they are selecting the correct courses. All workshops except virtual sessions are held in UCC 108. RSVP via enmu.edu/DegreeWorksWorkshop for an Outlook invitation and link.

• Tuesday, Oct. 13 | 5:30 p.m. | MS TEAMS ONLY
• Wednesday, Oct. 14 | 3 p.m. | UCC 108
• Thursday, Oct. 15 | 2 p.m. | UCC 108
• Monday, Oct. 19 | 1:30 p.m. | UCC 108
• Tuesday, Oct. 20 | 4 p.m. | UCC 108
• Wednesday, Oct. 21 | 12:30 p.m. | UCC 108
• Thursday, Oct. 22 | 6 p.m. | MS TEAMS ONLY
• Friday, Oct. 23 | 1 p.m. | UCC 108
• Monday, Oct. 26 | 1 p.m. | UCC 108

Alumni Affairs

Calling All Greyhound Football Fans | Alumni Tailgate

Join us at the Alumni Tailgate tent before every home game! Connect with fellow Greyhounds, enjoy the game-day atmosphere, and pick up some Greyhound merch while supplies last.

Please register if you plan to join a tailgate.

Oct. 17 at Noon Tailgate

3 p.m. game time - Greyhounds vs. West Texas A&M (Homecoming) | Register today!

Oct. 31 at 11 a.m. Tailgate

2 p.m. game time - Greyhounds vs. Central Washington | Register today!

Nov. 14 at 11 a.m. Tailgate

2 p.m. game time - Greyhounds vs. Midwestern State | Register today!

We look forward to seeing you at the tailgate and cheering on the Greyhound together.

Athletics

Events Preview

• WSOC vs. Sul Ross State | Wednesday, Oct. 14 | 6 p.m. | Portales, N.M. (Home Game)
• SB vs. Eastern New Mexico University | Friday, Oct. 16 | 1 p.m. and 3 p.m. | Portales, N.M. (Home Games)
• VB at UT Dallas | Friday, Oct. 16 | 5 p.m. (MDT) / 6 p.m. (CDT) | Richardson, Texas
• XC at Old Glory Gallup | Saturday, Oct. 17 | TBA (M) | TBA (W) | Dallas, Texas
• WSOC at West Texas A&M | Saturday, Oct. 17 | 12 p.m. (MT) / 1 p.m. (CT) | Canyon, Texas
• VB at RV UT Tyler | Saturday, Oct. 17 | 1 p.m. (MDT) / 2 p.m. (CDT) | Tyler, Texas
• FB vs. West Texas A&M | Saturday, Oct. 17 | 3 p.m. | Portales, N.M. (Home Game)

Campus Life

Homecoming Schedule

ENMU Homecoming 2026: 35th Annual Songfest

Monday, Oct. 12 | 6–9 p.m. | Campus Union (CUB), Ballroom | Sponsored by ASAB under the theme "Greyhounds Together We Ride."

ENMU Homecoming 2026: Danza Azteca

Tuesday, Oct. 13 | 7-8 p.m. | Campus Union (CUB), Ballroom | Sponsored by Multicultural Affairs and the Hispanic Affairs Office.

ENMU Homecoming 2026: Campus Community Lunch and Athletic Events

Wednesday, Oct. 14 | 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. (Various times)

Features the Chancellor's Office Campus Community Lunch at the CUB Crossroads Café (11 a.m. – 2 p.m.), the 10th Annual Powderpuff Tournament at the New Intramural Fields (6:30 p.m. – 10 p.m.), and ENMU Women's Soccer vs. Sul Ross State at the Steve Loy Family Foundation Stadium (6 p.m.).

ENMU Homecoming 2026: Big Band Dance, Ring Ceremony and Art/Crafts

Thursday, Oct. 15 | 5–10 p.m. (Various times)

Includes the Big Band Dance featuring ENMU Jazz Ensembles at the CUB Ballroom (7 p.m. – 10 p.m., $5 donation), the Ring Ceremony at the Administration Building (6 p.m.), and "Creative Connections: An Evening of Art and Crafts" at the GSSC Runnels Gallery (6 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.).

ENMU Homecoming 2026: Student Support Services Opening, BBQ, Bonfire/Drone Show, and Volleyball

Friday, Oct. 16 | 2-8 p.m. | Various Campus Locations

Features the SSS Building Grand Opening at the Student Support Services Building (2 p.m.), President's BBQ Alumni Celebrations (4:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m.), Bonfire, Pep Rally, and Drone Show at the Steve Loy Family Foundation Arena (SLA), North Parking Lot (6:30 p.m. – 8 p.m.), and the Greyhound/Zia Volleyball Alumni Match (6 p.m.) at the Greyhound Arena.

ENMU Homecoming 2026: Foundation Breakfast, Parade, Tailgate, Football Game, and Mix and Mingle

Saturday, Oct. 17 | 7:30 a.m. to 9 p.m. | US HWY 70, CUB Ballroom, SLS Stadium, and Enchantment Vineyards |

A full day featuring the 50th Annual ENMU Foundation Awards Breakfast at the CUB, Ballroom (8 a.m.), Homecoming Parade on US Highway 70 (10:30 a.m. – 1 p.m.), Homecoming Tailgate at the Steve Loy Family Foundation Stadium  (11 a.m. – 3 p.m.), Homecoming Football Game vs. West Texas A&M at the Steve Loy Family Foundation Stadium (3 p.m.), and Alumni Mix and Mingle at Enchantment Vineyards (7 p.m. – 9 p.m.).

Additional Homecoming Info

Homecoming T-shirts are available for purchase for $5 (cash or check only) at the Administration Building Information Desk, Monday through Friday from 8–5, and on Saturday at the Alumni Tailgate tent. Admission to all alumni events is free, but registration is encouraged. Register for the 2026 ENMU Homecoming and view the full schedule at ENMU Homecoming Schedule.

Personal Bag and Item Restrictions Update

We have updated our procedures regarding noisemakers at Clear and Restricted Bag Events.

Members of the general public are strictly prohibited from possessing or using the following items on any property owned, operated, or controlled by ENMU:

• Any artificial noisemaker exceeding a decibel rating of 84 dB as registered by a handheld sound decibel meter. Examples include, but are not limited to, megaphones, air horns, sirens, and train horns.
• The possession and use of these items on university property within fifty (50) feet of a perimeter fence or university building.

To review the full list of restricted items, please visit the Procedure Manual.

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

Distance Learning

Continuing Education: The New Mexico Chile Class Series with Evelyn Ledbetter

Wednesday, Oct. 7 through Wednesday, Nov. 18 | Various Times | ENMU KENW Broadcast Center

Hands-on continuing education series covering the traditions, growing, and cooking techniques of New Mexico chile (Ages 16 and older, register by calling 575.562.2165).

How to Roast, Peel & Chop Green Chile

Wednesday, Oct. 7 | 6- 8:30 p.m. | $55 class + $45 for a bucket of chile.

How to Make a Red Chile Ristra & Red Chile Powder

Wednesday, Oct. 21 | 6-:30 p.m. | $100 for the class.

Growing Green Chile

Wednesday, Nov. 4 | 6-7:30 p.m. | $25 for the class.

Fine Arts

Fish, Faces & Figures: Stitching in a Series | Fiber and Soft Sculpture Work by Linda Anderle (Exhibit)

Now through Oct. 24, 2026 | Daily Exhibit Hours | Runnels Gallery, Golden Student Success Center (GSSC)

Free and open to the public; showcases unconventional fiber stitchery and soft sculpture.

Department of Languages & Literature Visiting Writer: Susannah Rodríguez Drissi

Award-winning Cuban poet, writer, playwright, translator, director, producer, and scholar Susannah Rodríguez Drissi is hosting events on Oct. 15 and 16.

• Reading and Q&A | Thursday, Oct. 15 | 6:00 p.m. | Arts & Anthropology 110
• Playwriting Workshop | Friday, Oct. 16 | 10:00 a.m. | GSSC Presentation Area

ENMU Big Band Dance

Thursday, Oct. 15 | 7:00 p.m. | CUB, Ballroom

Swing the night away at an event featuring the ENMU Jazz Ensemble and ENMU student vocalists. $5 donation per person, cash or check preferred.

Creative Connections: An Evening of Art and Crafts

Thursday, October 15 | 6–7:30 p.m. | Runnels Gallery, Golden Student Success Center (GSSC)

Join fellow artists, crafters, and makers for an evening of fellowship and creativity on the third Thursday of each month (bring your own supplies or join a gallery-led activity). All ages welcome; free to attend. Contact Bryan Hahn at [email protected] for details.

Chocolate Sunday

Sunday, Oct. 25 | 2–4 p.m. | Food Science Building

A fundraiser for the ENMU Departments of Music and Culinary Arts featuring all-you-can-eat chocolates, live jazz music, and a costume contest, with proceeds supporting student opportunities like workshops and artist-in-residence events. Tickets are $25 for an advanced one-hour ticket, $30 at the door, a $15 "to go" box for registered ENMU students with ID, and $10 for young children 6 and under. Visit enmu.edu/ChocolateSunday.

Human Resources

Welcome, September New Hires!

• Hisham Barakat, Constituent Research Analyst
• Sammy Buzard, HVAC Technician
• Thomas Colon, Journeyman
• Kate Elizondo, Student Success with Accessible Training Student Success Coordinator
• Kevin Gonzalez, Custodian
• Elizabeth Goodwin, Communication Services Administrative Assistant
• Yolanda Machado, Custodian
• Deziree Porter, Culinary Arts Assistant
• Aparna Vempati, Information Security Technician
• Hadley White, Assistant Rodeo Coach

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.]

Cybersecurity Awareness Training

The Information Security Office will offer a series of cybersecurity awareness webinars throughout Oct.. Each webinar will be presented twice to provide additional opportunities for faculty, staff, and students to attend.

Fall Semester Cyber Attack

Oct. 12 at 10 a.m. Register: https://events.teams.microsoft.com/event/d52e56a1-d2d1-4185-8eb6-8f83cfd0b72e@484a0ee8-8ee9-41bf-8db7-4090934712d1

Oct. 16 at 2 p.m. Register: https://events.teams.microsoft.com/event/cde783ac-f303-4d10-961d-658af499a7f5@484a0ee8-8ee9-41bf-8db7-4090934712d1

Phishing: The Human Firewall

Oct. 19 at 10 a.m. Register: https://events.teams.microsoft.com/event/ca1af31a-5e97-41d2-90af-1bfee82c7269@484a0ee8-8ee9-41bf-8db7-4090934712d1  

Oct. 23 at 2 p.m. Register: https://events.teams.microsoft.com/event/4d5f1f3f-3913-4ca6-88df-fd969effcd7c@484a0ee8-8ee9-41bf-8db7-4090934712d1  

These sessions will introduce the Information Security Office and its services, examine a real cyber-attack that affected the University, and explain how awareness helps protect accounts, information, and institutional resources from phishing.

Student Clubs

Science Outreach Club Seeking Volunteers

The Science Outreach Club is looking for volunteers for Community Outreach Science Day, to be held on Saturday, Nov 7, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.

We need volunteers for hands-on activities, lab tours, registration, and more. No experience needed – training provided!

Please contact: [email protected] or 575.562.2078.

Come have fun, earn community service hours, and bring science to life for our community!

TRIO Student Support Services

Personalized support for ENMU college students to help them succeed, stay on track, overcome challenges, and prepare for their future, offering academic, career, and personal coaching, tutoring, financial aid assistance, study skills, mentoring, and workshops. Log in to the portal and search "TRIO SSS" to apply or contact Assistant Director Adriana Guzman at 575.562.2226.

Monday Memo Submissions

Please submit any announcements to enmu.edu/MondayMemo by the Friday before the new Monday Memo is published.