By Staff Writer Jerri Clewis Corn is one of the world’s most important crops because of its relatively easy growth and multiple uses. It can be eaten as is, popped, turned into flour or syrup, or made into ethanol, grain-based alcohol, or biodegradable plastic. Around the world, people rely on the crop daily for these…
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Battling the Wind
By Staff Writer Emma Gallegos In southeastern New Mexico, we know its springtime when the wind starts blowing! Along with the promise of warmer weather, the wind can bring with it many allergens, dry skin, and dirt that always finds its way into our homes. So, here are some tips and hacks to stay on…
White Sands National Park
By Staff Writer Trev Dowling If you’re looking for something to do on a day off and don’t mind a long drive, White Sands National Monument is an ideal destination for a fun and educational experience. The park is named for its glistening white gypsum sands, a rarity in the world’s deserts. But beneath them,…
The Circus Visits Clovis
By Staff Writer Jerri Clewis Valentine’s Day had a unique date night opportunity in Clovis, New Mexico. The Jordan World Circus stopped by the Curry County Event Center to awe visitors with death-defying acts and even unusual animal rides. The traveling circus was packed with visitors of all types who began arriving as early as…
The Mystery of Meow Wolf
By Editor in Chief Cyrena Nielsen While it’s no secret that New Mexico has a never-ending supply of amazing artists that provides colorful murals and exhibits for us to admire, Meow Wolf in Santa Fe takes this to a whole new level. Meow Wolf can be described as an interactive art exhibit with a collection…
The Terrifying Psychological Horror that’s sweeping the nation – and some alternatives, too
By Staff Writer Bridget Maddux My mom and I used to really like horror movies, but now it seems that we’ve both become a bit more cautious when facing the latest horror film. That being said, we braved the new horror movie “Smile” this past weekend, and it confirmed our suspicions. We’re wimps! Halloween…
A Brief Update on COVID in New Mexico
By Staff Writer Emily Torkowski Eastern New Mexico University continues to follow New Mexico guidelines and protocols regarding COVID-19. The Centers of Disease Control and Prevention has kept their guidelines the same regarding masks. Those who are ages two and older should wear a mask in indoor places regardless of their vaccination status. As of…
An Inside Look at a Virtual Student Exchange
Submission by Yavet Elizade Like every other class during the pandemic, I started by staring at a white screen that would tell me to wait until the host lets me into the zoom call. What I didn’t expect was a zoom call filled with more than eighty little gray cubicles with names written across them….
A COVID Update in NM
Guidelines and protocols for the state of New Mexico regarding COVID-19 are still in full effect at Eastern New Mexico University. As COVID-19 continues to be apart of everyday life, it is important to stay informed and remain healthy. On Aug. 13, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention updated their guidelines for masks. The CDC states that all individuals who…