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Eastern New Mexico University Named Safest University in New Mexico for 2023

by John Houser

Portales, NM (12/14/2022) — Niche.com, the market leader in connecting colleges and schools with students and families online, has ranked Eastern New Mexico University as the safest University in New Mexico for 2023. This is the fifth consecutive year ENMU has been included in the site's safest college campuses rankings.

"ENMU is proud of this continuing designation as New Mexico's safest university," said Patrice Caldwell, ENMU President. "Our Public Safety Department, vigilant faculty and staff, and our well-maintained facilities make ENMU an attractive home away from home for our students. Student success begins with a safe place to live and learn."

The 2023 Safest College Campuses ranking is based on key statistics and student reviews using data from the U.S. Department of Education. Top-ranked colleges offer a safe and healthy environment for little or no campus crime, drugs, or alcohol usage.

ENMU prides itself on its campus safety and is committed to providing a safe and secure learning and working environment for our students, faculty, and staff. Clery Act Reporting showcases ENMU's obligation to provide a safe and secure learning and working environment; a detailed overview of campus safety at ENMU can be found at enmu.edu/CleryAct

ENMU is continuously recognized as one of the safest University campuses in New Mexico by other ranking websites. A full list of awards, including safety rankings, can be found online at enmu.edu/Awards.

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