GENERAL INFORMATION
VI SI ON STATEMENT
M ISSI O N
ENMU-Ruidoso Branch Community College will provide opportunities for all citizens to achieve and realize their potential.
The overarching mission of ENMU-Ruidoso is to enhance the lives of our student(s) and the communities we serve, now and into the future. ENMU-Ruidoso Branch Community College combines a traditional learning environment with twenty-first century instructional technology to provide an enhanced educational experience. ENMU-Ruidoso emphasizes liberal education, freedom of inquiry, cultural diversity and whole student life. Scholarships, cultural enrichment, excellent teaching and enriched learning define the College community’s relationship and contributions. The mission of ENMU-Ruidoso Branch Community College includes seven purposes:
Five vision statements guide ENMU-Ruidoso in accomplishing its mission. They include the following: ·
ENMU-Ruidoso will be the first choice for students pursuing higher education in the south-central mountain region of New Mexico.
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ENMU-Ruidoso will create strategic alliances and be a driving force in support of community and economic development in the Ruidoso Valley, Lincoln County and neighboring Mescalero Apache Reservation.
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ENMU-Ruidoso embraces excellence in providing programs and services, and is committed to delivering high quality educational programs and services.
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To offer general academic studies for students wishing to transfer to a University.
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ENMU-Ruidoso is dedicated to the development of students’ self-esteem and self-sufficiency.
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To offer career and technical education programs leading to gainful employment for students in their chosen field.
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ENMU-Ruidoso is committed to continuous improvement in all aspects of our enterprise.
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To offer a dual credit enrollment, Early College Program for qualified high school students.
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To offer workforce education and training services and provide institutional leadership in the economic development of the region.
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To offer programs of instruction leading to Associate degrees and Certificates of Completion.
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To offer lifelong learning opportunities for all citizens through continuing education and community service programs.
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To offer adult basic education for those wishing to achieve literacy skills, complete a high school equivalency diploma and obtain English proficiency.
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Prepare students for meaningful career and advanced study.
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Impart citizenship and leadership for the betterment of the community.
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Support and expand the role of higher education and excellent teaching.
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Empower citizens to respond to a rapidly changing world.
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Contribute to the economic viability and well-being of our community.
VA LU E S ENMU-Ruidoso is guided by the following values: ·
Teaching and learning is central to everything we do.
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Personalized attention and customer service define how we work.
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Institutional responsiveness to students and community is core to our success.
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STRATEGI C PLANNI NG PRI ORI TI ES ENMU-Ruidoso strategic priorities include the following: ·
Development of new workforce education programs in support of the rapidly growing business community, and in response to labor market demands for highly qualified employees.
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Expand and renovate our educational facilities to provide state-of-the-art instructional programs.
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Development and delivery of comprehensive student advising not presently available due to limited fiscal and human resources and limited facilities.
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Recruitment and retention of a diverse student population with special emphasis on Mescalero Apache Tribal members and our growing Hispanic population.
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Provide leadership in the economic and community development of the region.
C ATALOG OF REC ORD This catalog is a guide to the academic regulations and the curricula of ENMU-Ruidoso.
H I STORY Established in 1991, the Ruidoso Off-Campus Instruction Center offered Lincoln County residents access to two-year College academic and career/technical curriculum. In July 2005, the Ruidoso Campus was legislatively created as a Branch of Eastern New Mexico University becoming the 18th two-year College in New Mexico. ENMU-Ruidoso is a comprehensive two-year College offering Certificates of Completion, Associate of Science, Associate of Arts and Associate of Applied Science degrees.