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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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
Seminary
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
Writers Read welcomes back alumna novelist Christine Benner Dixon ’04
When we think about post-apocalyptic literature or film, says novelist Christine Benner Dixon ’04, whose newly released debut novel, The Height of Land, takes place long after the collapse of ... read more about Writers Read welcomes back alumna novelist Christine Benner Dixon ’04
‘We owned that stage’: Chamber Singers members share highlights from spring tour
For the members of the EMU Chamber Singers, their performance last week at Landis Homes, a senior living community in Lancaster, Pennsylvania, might’ve felt like an arena show. “We came ... read more about ‘We owned that stage’: Chamber Singers members share highlights from spring tour
Choral concert celebrates diversity and community through music
Love, Joy & Peace: A Choral Celebration!Date: Friday, March 14Time: 7 p.m.Location: Lehman Auditorium at EMU, 1191 Park Road, Harrisonburg, VACost: Free, with suggested donation of $10 Three choirs from ... read more about Choral concert celebrates diversity and community through music
Nine students from two campuses build community and gain professional experience at EMU’s Washington Community Scholars’ Center in DC
Seven Eastern Mennonite University students and two Goshen College students are at the Washington Community Scholars’ Center (WCSC) this spring, where they are gaining invaluable professional experience. The students represent ... read more about Nine students from two campuses build community and gain professional experience at EMU’s Washington Community Scholars’ Center in DC
EMU Professor Suderman caps off ‘Five Centuries’ lecture series
Five-part series marks 500th anniversary of Anabaptism It was a hard time to be a pacifist during World War I. When the U.S. officially entered the war in 1917, American ... read more about EMU Professor Suderman caps off ‘Five Centuries’ lecture series
Retiring VACA professor Jerry Holsopple embraces ‘mystery of what is yet to come’ in gallery exhibition
At 4 a.m. on June 26, 2023, Jerry Holsopple, professor of Visual and Communication Arts (VACA) at EMU, waved goodbye to a group of students as they boarded a bus ... read more about Retiring VACA professor Jerry Holsopple embraces ‘mystery of what is yet to come’ in gallery exhibition
Chamber Singers releases spring break tour schedule
Come out and watch the choir perform at a venue near you! The EMU Chamber Singers is taking the show on the road. The auditioned touring chamber choir has released ... read more about Chamber Singers releases spring break tour schedule
‘Nightbitch’ author headlines Writers Read on Feb. 28
Her novel, about a mom who turns canine, is now a feature film starring Amy Adams Writers Read Author Series with Rachel YoderDate: Friday, Feb. 28Time: 7:30 p.m.Location: Martin Chapel, ... read more about ‘Nightbitch’ author headlines Writers Read on Feb. 28
Dr. Philip Zapanta ’96 shares life lessons from a career in health care spanning decades
One early spring morning in 1994, Philip Zapanta ’96, then a sophomore biology major at Eastern Mennonite College, boarded a bus in Abidjan, Ivory Coast, with the rest of his ... read more about Dr. Philip Zapanta ’96 shares life lessons from a career in health care spanning decades
A Royal Tale: Multihyphenate musician Makinto finds his second act at EMU
Editor’s Note: This profile is the third of six stories about students and alumni leading up to LovEMU Giving Day on April 2. For more information about the day and ... read more about A Royal Tale: Multihyphenate musician Makinto finds his second act at EMU
EMU partners with ed2go to deliver hundreds of online courses
Eastern Mennonite University has partnered with web-based teaching platform ed2go to provide its students access to hundreds of continuing education courses and professional certificate programs, all available online and at ... read more about EMU partners with ed2go to deliver hundreds of online courses
Seminary professor introduces forthcoming book at Convocation
Historical research has a funny way of changing your writing plans, says Dr. David Evans, professor of history and intercultural studies at Eastern Mennonite Seminary. What began as a book ... read more about Seminary professor introduces forthcoming book at Convocation
In the News: Prayer labyrinth at EMU offers unique way to connect with God
Have you ever wondered about the spiral-looking maze on the hill above the EMU Seminary Building? The Daily News-Record highlighted EMU’s prayer labyrinth in a wonderful feature story last week, detailing how it’s used, how it was built and where the design came from. EMU senior Emma Nord, who was quoted in the article, had this to say: “I love the rhythm of the labyrinth, kind of focusing on God and the design. Once you get to the center, you’re not done. You then walk back the way you came in.” ... read more about In the News: Prayer labyrinth at EMU offers unique way to connect with God from Daily News-Record
Amidst a decline in qualified teachers, EMU answers the call
Graduate certificate equips new teachers with the tools needed to better serve their students Classrooms are in crisis. The teaching profession is experiencing its lowest levels of employment in 50 ... read more about Amidst a decline in qualified teachers, EMU answers the call
Seminary welcomes applicants to its accredited Doctor of Ministry program
When faculty from Eastern Mennonite Seminary met to develop the school’s new Doctor of Ministry (D.Min.) in Peacemaking and Social Change degree, Program Director Dr. Jacob Cook said they designed ... read more about Seminary welcomes applicants to its accredited Doctor of Ministry program
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
EMU enrolls most diverse class in school’s history, sees graduate recruitment growth
Eastern Mennonite University has released its fall 2024 enrollment and retention figures, which reflect its ongoing commitment to belonging with significant growth in the percentage of incoming students who identify ... read more about EMU enrolls most diverse class in school’s history, sees graduate recruitment growth
Imagining a better future
Clinical therapist and Alum of the Year Kendra Conrad Bailey ’03, MA ‘05 ‘humbled’ to journey with clients Kendra Conrad Bailey ’03, MA ’05, a licensed mental health counselor (LMHC) ... read more about Imagining a better future
A Royal Tale: Multihyphenate musician Makinto finds his second act at EMU
Editor’s Note: This profile is the third of six stories about students and alumni leading up to LovEMU Giving Day on April 2. For more information about the day and ... read more about A Royal Tale: Multihyphenate musician Makinto finds his second act at EMU
Seminary professor introduces forthcoming book at Convocation
Historical research has a funny way of changing your writing plans, says Dr. David Evans, professor of history and intercultural studies at Eastern Mennonite Seminary. What began as a book ... read more about Seminary professor introduces forthcoming book at Convocation
In the News: Prayer labyrinth at EMU offers unique way to connect with God
Have you ever wondered about the spiral-looking maze on the hill above the EMU Seminary Building? The Daily News-Record highlighted EMU’s prayer labyrinth in a wonderful feature story last week, detailing how it’s used, how it was built and where the design came from. EMU senior Emma Nord, who was quoted in the article, had this to say: “I love the rhythm of the labyrinth, kind of focusing on God and the design. Once you get to the center, you’re not done. You then walk back the way you came in.” ... read more about In the News: Prayer labyrinth at EMU offers unique way to connect with God from Daily News-Record
Seminary welcomes applicants to its accredited Doctor of Ministry program
When faculty from Eastern Mennonite Seminary met to develop the school’s new Doctor of Ministry (D.Min.) in Peacemaking and Social Change degree, Program Director Dr. Jacob Cook said they designed ... read more about Seminary welcomes applicants to its accredited Doctor of Ministry program
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
EMU welcomes new faculty
Eastern Mennonite University and Eastern Mennonite Seminary welcome five new full-time faculty to the ranks for the 2024-25 academic year. Dr. Tamika Jackson, assistant professor of counselingJackson is an assistant ... read more about EMU welcomes new faculty
Board of Trustees approves new Doctor of Ministry program
A new doctoral program is set to launch at Eastern Mennonite Seminary next year. The Doctor of Ministry (D.Min.) in Peacemaking and Social Change program, approved by the EMU Board ... read more about Board of Trustees approves new Doctor of Ministry program
EMS offers new MA in Theological Studies starting fall 2024
Eastern Mennonite Seminary has expanded its graduate degree offerings with the launch of a new Master of Arts in Theological Studies (MATS) program, which is now accepting applicants for the ... read more about EMS offers new MA in Theological Studies starting fall 2024
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