Dr. Linford Gehman shares experiences he had living and working among a community in Bergton, Virginia that still values traditions that have stood the test of time: neighbors helping each ... read more about “Will the Glorious Respect for the Country Doctor Continue into the Future?” with Linford Gehman
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Research on domestic abuse among Latina, homeless and conservative Mennonite women earns JustPax grant
Carolyn Stauffer has spent much of her life and career listening to women on three continents tell of violence in their lives. In a current project that highlights peacebuilding in ... read more about Research on domestic abuse among Latina, homeless and conservative Mennonite women earns JustPax grant

Royals rise to the occasion at Hilton Garden Invitational
Even without sending their full teams to the Hilton Garden Invitational in Winston-Salem, N.C., over the weekend, EMU’s indoor track and field teams defended their regional status. Both the men ... read more about Royals rise to the occasion at Hilton Garden Invitational

Psychiatrist’s contributions to nearly 40-year-long genetic study among Lancaster County Amish population aids in better diagnosis and treatment of bipolar disorder
A decades-long study of genetics and psychiatric illness – in which Abram Hostetter, MD, class of ’51, has played a prominent role – continues to yield new clues about the ... read more about Psychiatrist’s contributions to nearly 40-year-long genetic study among Lancaster County Amish population aids in better diagnosis and treatment of bipolar disorder

Upcoming Writers Read author and English professor Mark Bauerlein to speak on humanities in the digital age
Take a minute and read this book title: The Dumbest Generation: How the Digital Age Stupefies Young Americans and Jeopardizes our Future (or Don’t Trust Anyone under 30). Chances are those words ... read more about Upcoming Writers Read author and English professor Mark Bauerlein to speak on humanities in the digital age

98-year-old Amish teacher pays first visit to alma mater 61 years after graduating
When retired church ministry professor John R. Martin welcomed his former classmate to the Eastern Mennonite University campus last week, he offered warm regards. “It is an honor that you’ve ... read more about 98-year-old Amish teacher pays first visit to alma mater 61 years after graduating

Longtime educator Sarah Armstrong named director of MA in Education program
Sarah Armstrong, a longtime public-school educator, will help teachers earn master’s degrees in her new role as director of the MA in Education program at Eastern Mennonite University. Most of ... read more about Longtime educator Sarah Armstrong named director of MA in Education program

Restorative justice alum Joseph Luciani garners national attention by dramatically reducing suspensions in LA schools
One Los Angeles school has experienced a “tectonic” decrease in suspensions, with more L.A. schools preparing to follow suit, as a result of the restorative disciplinary efforts of Joseph Luciani, ... read more about Restorative justice alum Joseph Luciani garners national attention by dramatically reducing suspensions in LA schools

Royals dominate final five minutes to beat Randolph, 72-68
The Runnin Royals proved they can win without running Saturday afternoon, closing on a 15-4 run to thump Randolph College at home, 72-68. In a contest ripe with storylines, Eastern ... read more about Royals dominate final five minutes to beat Randolph, 72-68

Church leaders discuss challenges of ministering to ‘nones’ and millenials at annual School for Leadership Training
Author, scholar and Episcopal priest Lauren Winner opened the annual School for Leadership Training at Eastern Mennonite Seminary with succinct advice for those seeking to understand the changing dynamics affecting ... read more about Church leaders discuss challenges of ministering to ‘nones’ and millenials at annual School for Leadership Training