On Monday, April 12, the governor of New Mexico signed a bill legalizing recreational marijuana in the state. The bill, known as house bill two or The Cannabis Regulation Act, passed during a special session of the New Mexico house and senate called by Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham. The special session of the legislature was…
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COVID-19 Vaccinations for ENMU Students & Employees
Eastern New Mexico University’s La Casa Family Health Center will be providing COVID-19 vaccinations for students and employees. ENMU La Casa Student Health Services assists students in maintaining a positive, healthy lifestyle to achieve academic success. La Casa provides students with services such as acute care (sick visits), preventative care, dental services, and much more….
STUDENT SERVICES SPOTLIGHT: TRIO SSS
College can be a challenging time for students, but it is also a time student’s can expand their knowledge and create relationships that last a lifetime. There are several resources on the Eastern New Mexico University campus that are able to help students get the most out of their education. The TRIO Student Support Services…
A Brutally Honest Movie Review: Mortal Kombat
Since the announcement and first teaser trailer hit the internet back in the summer of 2020, countless diehard fans have been waiting in anticipation for the release of the rebooted 1995 beloved fighting franchise video game adaptation Mortal Kombat. Yet now, that the extremely awaited movie is out, many fans are not convinced that the…
ENMU SPRING TALENT SHOWCASE
From April 22 to the 25, various performances were showcased by members of the community at the show, entitled “Portales Showcase: Talent of the Eastern Plains.” The event, held virtually, showcased different kinds of performances, including a clarinet solo, a piano solo, a tap dancer, a dance troupe, and a mother-daughter duo performing an acting…
LOVER’S DAY
Did you know that there was another opportunity to celebrate your love for your significant other after Feb. 14? April 23 was the day for all lovers to appreciate what they bring into each other’s lives, and although it’s just a bit past, there’s no harm in celebrating a few days late! It’s not exactly…
PRESENTING ON SOUTH KOREA: JEAWOON OH
On Wednesday, April 21, the Eastern New Mexico University Department of Multicultural Affairs presented the event “Are there people who do not know about Korea?”. The presentation was done by Jeawoon Oh, an international exchange student from South Korea studying political science and diplomacy at ENMU. The presentation was focused on South Korean culture, the…
OPINION: SHOULD COLLEGE ATHLETES BE PAID
Every athlete wants to get paid, but at what level should these athletes receive a paycheck? Collegiate athletes all over the United States are fighting to get paid for the money they bring in for the school. There have been meetings and protests for college athletes to get paid. While there are plenty of people…
5 HISTORICAL CITIES ACROSS THE UNITED STATES
Every city/state has a story, some more than others. According to University of the People, a non-profit American accredited tuition free university, History is important to study because it is essential for all of us in understanding ourselves and the world around us. History allows us to comprehend change over time, society, and other cultures….
STUDENTS DISCUSS REGISTRATION & RETURNING TO CAMPUS IN THE FALL
Registration for the summer and fall semesters has begun; two students discussed the end of the semester, registration and returning to campus. The Spring 2021 semester at Eastern New Mexico University is just a few short weeks away from concluding, and registration for the summer and fall semesters has already begun for all students. Although…