Join Eastern Mennonite University in celebrating Black History Month with a series of events planned by Multicultural Student Services and Black Student Alliance (BSA). Feb. 8, Feb. 22, Mar. 22, ... read more about Black History Month events at EMU
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Spring ’23 Suter Science Seminars explore cell biology, emotions and communication, behavioral health
This semester’s Suter Science Seminar lineup at Eastern Mennonite University (EMU) includes three biologists, a psychologist, and a registered nurse. The events will be held in Swartzendruber Hall of the ... read more about Spring ’23 Suter Science Seminars explore cell biology, emotions and communication, behavioral health
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EMU welcomes new Board of Trustees member
The Rev. Gordon Meriwether MA ‘14 (conflict transformation), MDiv ‘15, has joined the Eastern Mennonite University Board of Trustees. His term began in October 2022. Meriwether serves as director of ... read more about EMU welcomes new Board of Trustees member
‘My Monticello’ author Jocelyn Nicole Johnson to speak at Writers Read
Date: Tuesday, March 19Time: 7 p.m.Location: Martin ChapelAdmission: Free and open to the public Jocelyn Nicole Johnson, author of My Monticello (2021), will read from her collection of short stories ... read more about ‘My Monticello’ author Jocelyn Nicole Johnson to speak at Writers Read
In the News: EMU alumna Marcia Zook teams up with friend to write children’s book
Author Marcia Zook '99, who earned a liberal arts degree from EMU, was featured in the Daily News-Record on Feb. 21. She worked with illustrator Kathleen Johnston on a book, "Look up, Patito!" about downtown Harrisonburg's bronze duckling family. Read the article here. Story by Harleigh Cupp; contributed photo. ... read more about In the News: EMU alumna Marcia Zook teams up with friend to write children’s book from The Daily News-Record
EMU alumnae share a commitment to care at women’s health center
A pair of EMU nursing graduates is providing personalized and holistic care for women through a new health center in Harrisonburg, Virginia. Tammie McDonald-Brouwer ’04 opened Plena Integrative Health Center ... read more about EMU alumnae share a commitment to care at women’s health center
David Berry and Friends concert features violinist for Beyoncé, Jay-Z
Date: Friday, March 15Time: 7 p.m.Location: Martin ChapelAdmission: Free (suggested $10 donation) EMU’s piano virtuoso David Berry is gathering his friends for a celebration of music and community. And, he’s ... read more about David Berry and Friends concert features violinist for Beyoncé, Jay-Z
A fantastic investment: Bachelor’s degree adds $30K to salary, on average
February is Financial Aid Awareness Month, a time when many in the higher education community provide crucial information to students and families about access to federal, state and institutional aid. ... read more about A fantastic investment: Bachelor’s degree adds $30K to salary, on average
Chamber Singers release spring tour schedule
The EMU Chamber Singers are hitting the road for spring break with stops around the Washington, D.C., region and throughout central Virginia and the Shenandoah Valley. The group has released programming ... read more about Chamber Singers release spring tour schedule
Meet the presidents: Learn more about our school’s eight former leaders
Did you know that the first president of EMU resigned in a dispute about allowing musical instruments in the home? Or, that the fifth president took office at age 35? ... read more about Meet the presidents: Learn more about our school’s eight former leaders
WCSC hosts nine for spring 2024 DC internships
Eight Eastern Mennonite University students and one Bluffton University student are gaining professional experience this fall at the Washington Community Scholars’ Center (WCSC). They represent six different majors, showing the range of ... read more about WCSC hosts nine for spring 2024 DC internships
Students gain fresh perspective on Ukraine through Keim Lecture Series
EMU junior Jason Dwyer is interested in a career in public policy. The Fairfax, Virginia, native is double-majoring in political science and history and envisions a job someday at the ... read more about Students gain fresh perspective on Ukraine through Keim Lecture Series
Students, faculty, staff join voices for peace in Gaza
In a stirring display of solidarity, a group of about 200 protesters gathered outside City Hall in Harrisonburg, Virginia, on Tuesday afternoon calling for an end to the violence in ... read more about Students, faculty, staff join voices for peace in Gaza
Faith leaders from across country flock to Shalom Academy at Eastern Mennonite Seminary
At a time of deepening political polarization in the country, said Rev. Adam Russell Taylor, many churches have embraced one of two extremes. The first extreme, he told the crowd ... read more about Faith leaders from across country flock to Shalom Academy at Eastern Mennonite Seminary
Shalom Academy builds on legacy of School for Leadership Training
As the 2024 presidential election fast approaches and the campaign signs and TV ads begin their blitzes, it may seem the nation is more divided than ever. And, for faith ... read more about Shalom Academy builds on legacy of School for Leadership Training
Gala concert to celebrate connectedness and community
Where: Lehman AuditoriumWhen: 7 p.m., FridayCost: Free, with suggested donation of $10 to $20Online: emu.edu/gala/ Eastern Mennonite University’s 2023 Music Gala Concert, says David Berry, is a labor of love ... read more about Gala concert to celebrate connectedness and community
Eastern Mennonite University receives $1.25 million to support secure parenting
Eastern Mennonite University has received a grant of $1,248,874 from Lilly Endowment Inc. to help establish Conectere, an interdisciplinary project that supports secure Christian parenting and caregiving. Conectere focuses on ... read more about Eastern Mennonite University receives $1.25 million to support secure parenting
Learning, hope central themes of 2023 CJP Graduation
Center for Justice and Peacebuilding (CJP) students danced and blessed the journeys of their 16 classmates earning master’s degrees or graduate certificates at its Celebration of Blessings on May 7, ... read more about Learning, hope central themes of 2023 CJP Graduation
In the News: Seminary student a writer and editor of new Anabaptist children’s Bible
Chrissie Muecke, current Master of Arts in Christian Leadership student at Eastern Mennonite Seminary, is a writer and editor of The Peace Table: A Storybook Bible, a new Bible inspired ... read more about In the News: Seminary student a writer and editor of new Anabaptist children’s Bible
Alumni educators co-produce short film series on teenagers in the disability community
Ask educators and filmmakers Kendal Swartzentruber ‘07, MA ‘12 and Jesse Rodriguez ‘05 to tell you the story of their current professional collaboration and they’ll quickly point to their time ... read more about Alumni educators co-produce short film series on teenagers in the disability community
In the News: EMU professor Gaurav Pathania published in Boston Globe, interviewed by PBS
Gaurav J. Pathania, professor of sociology and peacebuilding at Eastern Mennonite University, has been published in The Boston Globe and interviewed by PBS NewsHour for his activism and expertise regarding ... read more about In the News: EMU professor Gaurav Pathania published in Boston Globe, interviewed by PBS
Faith leaders from across country flock to Shalom Academy at Eastern Mennonite Seminary
At a time of deepening political polarization in the country, said Rev. Adam Russell Taylor, many churches have embraced one of two extremes. The first extreme, he told the crowd ... read more about Faith leaders from across country flock to Shalom Academy at Eastern Mennonite Seminary
Shalom Academy builds on legacy of School for Leadership Training
As the 2024 presidential election fast approaches and the campaign signs and TV ads begin their blitzes, it may seem the nation is more divided than ever. And, for faith ... read more about Shalom Academy builds on legacy of School for Leadership Training
Eastern Mennonite University receives $1.25 million to support secure parenting
Eastern Mennonite University has received a grant of $1,248,874 from Lilly Endowment Inc. to help establish Conectere, an interdisciplinary project that supports secure Christian parenting and caregiving. Conectere focuses on ... read more about Eastern Mennonite University receives $1.25 million to support secure parenting
In the News: Seminary student a writer and editor of new Anabaptist children’s Bible
Chrissie Muecke, current Master of Arts in Christian Leadership student at Eastern Mennonite Seminary, is a writer and editor of The Peace Table: A Storybook Bible, a new Bible inspired ... read more about In the News: Seminary student a writer and editor of new Anabaptist children’s Bible
Seminary MDiv, MA candidates to present capstones
Candidates for Master of Divinity and Master of Arts in Christian Leadership at Eastern Mennonite Seminary are required to complete a capstone or ministry specialization project. Their study, research and exploration ... read more about Seminary MDiv, MA candidates to present capstones
Seminary’s new Lilly-funded conflict transformation program names new leadership
Eastern Mennonite Seminary’s new interdisciplinary pastoral leadership program focused on conflict transformation will be led by Jacob Cook, PhD, formerly of the Wake Forest University School of Divinity. Cook began ... read more about Seminary’s new Lilly-funded conflict transformation program names new leadership
Seminary’s School for Leadership Training to explore disability-oriented inclusion and connection in church communities
Eastern Mennonite Seminary’s 2023 School for Leadership Training is themed “Creating Communities of Belonging: Appreciating EveryBODY.” The emphasis on the word body is deliberate, says Veva Mumaw, SLT director. “1 ... read more about Seminary’s School for Leadership Training to explore disability-oriented inclusion and connection in church communities
‘Thinking Pacificism’ blog: Why did Christianity move so far away from the message of Jesus?
Professor Emeritus Ted Grimsrud discusses the Bible's message of peace. ... read more about ‘Thinking Pacificism’ blog: Why did Christianity move so far away from the message of Jesus? from Thinking Pacificism
Seminary student, alumni named to MennoCon23 worship planning committee
Current Eastern Mennonite Seminary graduate student Becky Degan is named as worship coordinator for MennoCon23, joined in worship planning by Derek King '03, MDiv '13, and Danilo Sanchez '10, MDiv '13, among others. ... read more about Seminary student, alumni named to MennoCon23 worship planning committee from Mennonite Church USA