Eastern New Mexico University-Main Campus

Eastern New Mexico University-Main Campus

Portales, NM, USA
Public
4 Year

Braylon's Review

Review of Eastern New Mexico University-Main Campus

from Houston, TX

Describe your college in three sentences.

Eastern New Mexico University is really like a home away from. The community is small but the people make things so much better. Always remember, it is what you make it.

Do you have any tips for prospective students?

I'd suggest that you guys come to enjoy life at Eastern. Something will strike you and make you not want to leave. Whether it be courses, being involved in the activities, or simply just being a part of the Greyhound community. Stay ahead the best way as possible, sure college is fun but don't let booze and friends stop you from getting that degree. Choose a major you'll enjoy for the rest of your college career. It's nothing worse than sitting in classes you don't like or even understand why you're in there.

Do you find there’s enough academic rigor at your school?

The professors are only their to do their job. They will help as much as possible. It's up to you to capitalize on the knowledge passed down. Blackboard is a way to keep up with your grades and upcoming assignments. Make that your best friend. When it's on your mind check it, you'll never know what'll pop up. Plus the professors will engrave that in your brain.

Describe the dorm life at your college.

The dorms are actually pretty chill. Eddy Hall is definitely my favorite hall. Not because I live there but the lobby is the hangout spot. I mean with the ping pong tables, pool table, television set. It's just a way to have fun and wind down. It's also the cheapest of them all. If you want luxury, Guadalupe Hall is for you. If you to be a secluded in a sense, Curry Hall is where you need to be. The activities within the dorms are pretty cool too. We have game nights, you might catch a group of friends have a jam session or playing Cards Against Humanity. Vibes are everything. Honestly, as long as you have somewhere to lay your head at the end of the night. That's all that matters. It is what you make of it.

Describe the food and dining at your college.

Four words. BE. YOUR. OWN. CHEF. The chefs do their job, but eventually you'll get tired of the same thing. There is variety don't get me wrong. But it's nothing like mixing and matching your foods. Only you know what you like. I call it CUB GRUB.

What’s there to do for fun at your college?

-Movie Nights -Jam Sessions -Comedian Nights -Long Boarding -Skateboarding -ETC There are a lot of things to do with spare time and on the weekends. But it's always what you make of it. If you have the thoughts that the town is small and boring, you won't have fun. Find some friends that relate to you or a new group of friends but keep it realistic. Don't step out of your comfort if you're uncomfortable in that comfort zone.

Do you feel you’re getting value for the money you’re spending on college?

The college tuition is definitely cheap. But make sure you have back up funds as well just to help. It helps in the long run.

Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus

Behind the Campus Union Building (CUB) there are walkways, at night if you're into astrology or simply like magical things. Grab a bench, relax and look at the stars. Take a walk it helps.

Which types of students will excel at your college?

You know your interest. But I must say, expand, expand, expand. No matter who you are. Expand. Knowledge is power.

Are you involved in any clubs or activities?

This goes out to all Theatre, Dance, Music, Art Majors. All of my artsy people. You'll love the department. Don't be shy and stay to yourself. You can build relationship with talented, beautiful people just from the words Hello, my name is.

Are you involved in any clubs or activities?

Not too fond of the female Greek life, but they look pretty entertaining from the pictures and in person they're always smiling. Kappa Sigma and Sigma Chi are the known Frats around campus. The intramural games are fun, they have some pretty good get together events. If you're interested in pledging for a Frat or Sorority go for it. Those will be like a second family amongst so many others.

How would you describe campus safety? Do you feel safe on campus?

Campus police are always there. No one does anything stupid. There is no need to, we're college students. Even if you aren't known, people's eyes are on you. Not in a bad way but to simply to make sure things are okay,