Whether it’s a morning of Christmas stories and songs, a Christmas concert featuring EMU’s many music ensembles, or a holiday parade through Downtown Harrisonburg showcasing the newly wrapped charter bus, ... read more about Celebrate the winter holidays at EMU this week!
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Celebrate the winter holidays at EMU this week!

Watch Now: EMU’s Master of Arts in Counseling program
Students in EMU’s Master of Arts in Counseling (MAC) program acquire the clinical skills to become changemakers in their communities. Watch our video to learn why the program is a "life-transforming experience." ... read more about Watch Now: EMU’s Master of Arts in Counseling program from Video by Macson McGuigan/EMU

Incoming volleyball star named Athlete of the Week
Luray High School senior Reese Fitton, who will play collegiate volleyball for the Royals next year, was profiled by the Daily News-Record as its Athlete of the Week. "I love [EMU head] coach Casey [Steinbrecher]," she told the newspaper. "I think he’s such a great coach, and I’ve been to some of their recruiting camps. I just loved the way he coached, so it was almost just God’s calling pushing me there. I knew that’s really where [God] wanted me to be to grow my faith, grow as a player and in my education.” ... read more about Incoming volleyball star named Athlete of the Week from Cody Elliott | Daily News-Record

New book from CJP alumna explores how lawyers can integrate RJ principles
A new book by attorney and mediator Brenda Waugh MA ’09 (conflict transformation), Becoming a Restorative Lawyer: How to Transform Your Legal Practice for Self, Client, and Community Growth (Good ... read more about New book from CJP alumna explores how lawyers can integrate RJ principles

Alum recalls celebrating his first Thanksgiving while at EMU
C.V. Samuel '74 immigrated to the U.S. from Kerala, India, in 1971 to study theology at EMU, arriving on campus just four days before Thanksgiving. He told the Detroit-area Warren Weekly that he celebrated his first Thanksgiving with Lloy and Elizabeth Kniss, who welcomed him with open arms and shared "the warmth of belonging." ... read more about Alum recalls celebrating his first Thanksgiving while at EMU from Brian Wells | Warren Weekly

Alumni, students, and employees sell crafts at Royal Makers Market
EMU held its first-ever Royal Makers Market at the University Commons on Saturday, featuring artwork, crafts, and books for sale from more than 35 vendors. ... read more about Alumni, students, and employees sell crafts at Royal Makers Market from Anya Sczerzenie | Daily News-Record

Keeping its promise: EMU expands tuition-free initiative to even more students
EMU Promise Grant increases access for families earning below $75K After a full day of classes at EMU, Kevin Garcia clocks in at 5 p.m. for his eight-hour shift at ... read more about Keeping its promise: EMU expands tuition-free initiative to even more students

EMU Lancaster’s new leader excited to continue forward momentum
Dr. Jamie Mak, who stepped into her role leading EMU Lancaster on Oct. 27, appreciates that the site is already on strong footing. “Sometimes you take a job and you ... read more about EMU Lancaster’s new leader excited to continue forward momentum

EMU’s Reed named to gubernatorial transition committee
Harrisonburg Mayor Deanna Reed, director of alumni engagement and community connections at EMU, has been selected to serve on Governor-elect Abigail Spanberger’s transition committee. The transition committee will help lay ... read more about EMU’s Reed named to gubernatorial transition committee

EMU hosts its first-ever Makers Market
Royal Makers MarketDate: Saturday, Nov. 22Time: 11 a.m.-3 p.m.Location: Second floor of University Commons Online: Facebook event Get your holiday shopping done at EMU’s first-ever student, alumni, and employee Makers ... read more about EMU hosts its first-ever Makers Market

EMU disc golf team hosts tournament at Westover Park
EMU's disc golf team hosted a tournament at Westover Park in Harrisonburg this past weekend. Along with EMU, teams from Liberty, Gallaudet, NC State, UNC, and Appalachian State competed at the tournament. ... read more about EMU disc golf team hosts tournament at Westover Park from Kira Fullington | WHSV-TV3