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EMU grad guides Paralympians in Paris
Philip Watson Jr. ’16 says his experiences at EMU sparked a passion for service—a passion that continues to this day. The Philadelphia native recently returned from the 2024 Summer Paralympics ... read more about EMU grad guides Paralympians in Paris
There’s no place like HOMEcoming: See the 2024 highlights
Past and present Royals alike followed the yellow brick road back to Eastern Mennonite University for an unforgettable Homecoming and Family Weekend. With more than 380 people registered for 30+ ... read more about There’s no place like HOMEcoming: See the 2024 highlights
EMU TenTalks aim to ‘impact, influence and inspire’
Adesola Johnson, senior biology major; Ashley Mellinger ‘24; and Dr. Mark Sawin, professor of history and honors program director, had 10 minutes to “impact, influence and inspire” audience members during ... read more about EMU TenTalks aim to ‘impact, influence and inspire’
New track & field complex dedicated
Alumni, faculty, staff, students and community members showed up in large numbers for the Track & Field Complex Dedication on Saturday, Oct. 12 during EMU’s 2024 Homecoming and Family Weekend. ... read more about New track & field complex dedicated
EMU receives $101K grant to address mental health, substance abuse
A new program at EMU will provide services, education, and programming for all EMU undergraduate students, and especially those who struggle with mental health challenges and substance misuse. The program, ... read more about EMU receives $101K grant to address mental health, substance abuse
Nurturing seeds of faith in churches, individuals through conversation
Ministry of Outstanding Young Alum Seth Crissman ‘09, MDiv ‘15 builds bridges between communities Harrisonburg, Virginia, resident Seth Crissman ‘09, MDiv ‘15, has been selected by Eastern Mennonite University’s Alumni ... read more about Nurturing seeds of faith in churches, individuals through conversation
LGBTQ+ activist to present Queer History Month keynote
Date: Tuesday, Oct. 15Time: 7:30 p.m. Location: Common Grounds, EMU University Commons, 1307 Park Road, HarrisonburgCost: Free (RSVP needed to attend) Annabeth Roeschley, executive director of the Brethren Mennonite Council for ... read more about LGBTQ+ activist to present Queer History Month keynote
Hall of Honor: Gina Campbell Troyer
Gina Troyer ‘93, a liberal arts major with a special education certification and a minor in coaching, was hesitant about playing sports in college after feeling a “little burned out” ... read more about Hall of Honor: Gina Campbell Troyer
EMU President Dr. Susan Schultz Huxman announces retirement
President Dr. Susan Schultz Huxman has announced her retirement from Eastern Mennonite University effective at the end of the 2024-2025 academic year. Dr. Huxman is completing her second term and ... read more about EMU President Dr. Susan Schultz Huxman announces retirement
Mythology meets musical in EMU Theatre’s production of “The Lightning Thief”
EMU Theatre is bringing Rick Riordan’s beloved young adult novel to life in its fall production of “The Lightning Thief: The Percy Jackson Musical.” The epic rock musical premieres at ... read more about Mythology meets musical in EMU Theatre’s production of “The Lightning Thief”
Hall of Honor: Bianca Ygarza
Bianca Ygarza ‘14 (nursing) played basketball with her sister Alicia Ygarza ‘16 at Penn Manor High School in Millerville, Pennsylvania, and chose to continue her career at EMU to study ... read more about Hall of Honor: Bianca Ygarza