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
EMU announces 2024 Cords of Distinction honorees
Ten graduating seniors are Eastern Mennonite University’s 2024 Cords of Distinction recipients. They will wear blue and gold cords signifying their achievement during the 2024 Commencement. Faculty, staff, administrators and fellow ... read more about EMU announces 2024 Cords of Distinction honorees
ACE Festival celebrates scholarly research, creative arts
Earlier this month, as EMU students Madelynn Hamm, Vanessa Gardiner and Aja Laun pieced together the slides for their ACE Festival presentation, they received some exciting news. The Smithsonian Institute ... read more about ACE Festival celebrates scholarly research, creative arts
Senior Maggie Garber McClary set to become first music and peacebuilding grad
After her first two semesters at EMU, Maggie Garber McClary, who was then undecided in her major, had an idea for a program that would combine the two areas she ... read more about Senior Maggie Garber McClary set to become first music and peacebuilding grad
Douglas Abrams, author of ‘The Book of Hope’ with Jane Goodall, to headline ACE Festival keynote
Date: Wednesday, April 17, 2024Time: 10:10 a.m.Location: Lehman AuditoriumAdmission: Free and open to the public New York Times-bestselling author Douglas Abrams, who has worked with many of the most inspiring ... read more about Douglas Abrams, author of ‘The Book of Hope’ with Jane Goodall, to headline ACE Festival keynote
Senior Bri Allen receives top award for Virginia social work students
EMU senior and social work major Brianna “Bri” Allen has received the 2024 Outstanding Bachelor Social Worker (BSW) Student of the Year Award. The annual award is given to one ... read more about Senior Bri Allen receives top award for Virginia social work students
EMU Theatre breathes new life into classic ‘Little Mermaid’ tale
EMU Theatre presents a fresh twist on a classic tale in the musical theatre production of “The Little Mermaid” on Friday, April 5 and Sunday, April 7 @ 7 p.m.; ... read more about EMU Theatre breathes new life into classic ‘Little Mermaid’ tale
Chamber Singers return from spring break tour
Fifteen concerts in eight days… That’s how the 19 members of the EMU Chamber Singers spent their spring break. From March 2 to 9, they performed at venues in Washington, ... read more about Chamber Singers return from spring break tour
‘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
‘A remarkable and beautiful legacy’
$1.54M Weaver bequest for CJP among largest single gifts in EMU history Samuel and Helen Weaver lived to serve others. They gave generously of their time to the churches they ... read more about ‘A remarkable and beautiful legacy’
In the News: Icon by Derek Yoder ’23 graces cover of Anabaptist World magazine
An icon created by Eastern Mennonite Seminary alumnus Derek Yoder ’23, M.Div., graces the cover of the latest issue of Anabaptist World magazine. Yoder designed the digital artwork, titled “Christ ... read more about In the News: Icon by Derek Yoder ’23 graces cover of Anabaptist World magazine
Senior Maggie Garber McClary set to become first music and peacebuilding grad
After her first two semesters at EMU, Maggie Garber McClary, who was then undecided in her major, had an idea for a program that would combine the two areas she ... read more about Senior Maggie Garber McClary set to become first music and peacebuilding grad
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: Icon by Derek Yoder ’23 graces cover of Anabaptist World magazine
An icon created by Eastern Mennonite Seminary alumnus Derek Yoder ’23, M.Div., graces the cover of the latest issue of Anabaptist World magazine. Yoder designed the digital artwork, titled “Christ ... read more about In the News: Icon by Derek Yoder ’23 graces cover of Anabaptist World magazine
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