Athlete-turned-assistant coach Nate McGhee ’24, MBA ’26, whose collegiate volleyball dreams were once dashed, says EMU gave him a second chance to succeed When Nate McGhee ’24, MBA ’26, arrived ... read more about Finding his footing
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EMU partners with Eunoia Theatre for Shakespeare discussion group
The free “Wit & Wisdom” program, designed for adults age 50 and older, invites community members of all experience levels to explore the works and worlds of William Shakespeare. The weekly sessions are held Sundays from 3 to 5 p.m. at Old Common Grounds (University Commons 177) at EMU. ... read more about EMU partners with Eunoia Theatre for Shakespeare discussion group from Jacquelynn Dobrin | Rocktown Now
EMU names Nathan K. Leopard as new advancement VP
Longtime fundraiser and advancement professional led efforts at Virginia Tech and Penn State EMU announced on Thursday it has named Nathan K. Leopard as its new vice president for advancement. ... read more about EMU names Nathan K. Leopard as new advancement VP
Luncheon recognizes retirees and employees for their years of dedicated service to EMU
EMU honored this year’s retirees and employees who reached milestone years of service at its annual recognition luncheon on Tuesday, May 12, in Northlawn Dining Hall. Together, the combined years ... read more about Luncheon recognizes retirees and employees for their years of dedicated service to EMU
EMU at Lancaster celebrates resilience of its graduates at Commencement
As Angelita Perez told her fellow graduates, each of them has a moment when they chose to keep going, even when it felt impossible. For her, that moment came during ... read more about EMU at Lancaster celebrates resilience of its graduates at Commencement
Memoir by Daniel Shenk ’71 follows his journey from missionary childhood to service as a prison chaplain and AIDS activist
Co-authored by Joyce Shenk Maxwell ’85, “‘Search for a Blessing’ is a reflective, inspirational story of a gay son of evangelicals finding a place for himself in the world” (Pandora ... read more about Memoir by Daniel Shenk ’71 follows his journey from missionary childhood to service as a prison chaplain and AIDS activist
EMU Dean’s List, spring semester 2026
The Dean’s List, compiled at the end of each semester, includes degree-seeking students who achieve a semester GPA of at least 3.75 with no W, I, or F grades for 12 ... read more about EMU Dean’s List, spring semester 2026
Seminary hosts Thriving in Ministry conference
A range of faith leaders gathered at Eastern Mennonite Seminary from May 5-6 for a two-day conference focused on exploration and learning. The conference, “Thriving in Ministry: Family Systems Theory ... read more about Seminary hosts Thriving in Ministry conference
EMU recognizes 2025-26 athletes of the year
EMU Athletics recently held its annual year-end awards ceremony to celebrate its student-athletes and teams along with their accomplishments over the past academic year. The ceremony recognized the recipients of ... read more about EMU recognizes 2025-26 athletes of the year
Eastern Mennonite University and Virginia Mennonite Retirement Community enter strategic partnership
Agreement outlines retirement community’s acquisition of Park Woods forest and EMU baseball field HARRISONBURG, Va. — Eastern Mennonite University and Virginia Mennonite Retirement Community announced Monday, May 11, a strategic ... read more about Eastern Mennonite University and Virginia Mennonite Retirement Community enter strategic partnership