As part of a reimagining process, EMU is positioning itself to better serve its students and fulfill its mission by reconfiguring its academic structure from three schools to two divisions. ... read more about Meet the new divisional deans
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Longstanding D.C. program rebrands as ‘EMU Washington Semester’
As it enters its 50th year, Eastern Mennonite University’s internship and urban studies program in Washington, D.C. is adopting a new name: the EMU Washington Semester. This strategic rebranding more ... read more about Longstanding D.C. program rebrands as ‘EMU Washington Semester’
Breathtaking beauty: Five ways to round out summer on the EMU campus
Whether you’re visiting EMU for the first time or have walked its grounds for more than a decade, some spots on campus never lose their magic. With summer break winding ... read more about Breathtaking beauty: Five ways to round out summer on the EMU campus
Shaping futures in D.C.: The Summer 2025 WCSC cohort
This summer, 14 students from three schools have come together to participate in the Washington Community Scholars’ Center (WCSC), an immersive program that combines academic learning, professional development, and community ... read more about Shaping futures in D.C.: The Summer 2025 WCSC cohort
EMU welcomes new Board of Trustees members
Three new trustees, Jake Bell, Jess King ’96, and Bruce Thomas ’85, began their terms on July 1, 2025. Jake Bell serves as president and CEO of Virginia Mennonite Retirement ... read more about EMU welcomes new Board of Trustees members
‘It’s more than a language class, but a launchpad for opportunity’: WHSV shines light on EMU’s Intensive English Program
EMU's Intensive English Program (IEP) continues to help English language learners from all around the world find their voice and build a better life for themselves, despite federal funding shortages affecting many similar programs around the country. Hear from IEP students about how the transformative program is positively shaping their lives in this video segment from WHSV-TV3. ... read more about ‘It’s more than a language class, but a launchpad for opportunity’: WHSV shines light on EMU’s Intensive English Program from WHSV-TV3
Take us out to the ballgame
Baseball fans, EMU families and friends pack ballpark for third annual EMU Night with the Turks Seventeen days after retiring from a 34-year career at EMU, Bonnie Bowser was out ... read more about Take us out to the ballgame
EMU graces list of ‘Best Colleges in America’
Money.com recently released its annual list of the best colleges in the U.S., and EMU made the cut. The personal finance site selected about 700 schools from more than 2,400 ... read more about EMU graces list of ‘Best Colleges in America’
EMU Night with the Turks returns to Harrisonburg for third consecutive year
Eastern Mennonite University is teaming up with the Harrisonburg Turks for EMU Night with Turks on Thursday, July 17 @ 7 p.m. at Eagle Field at Veterans Memorial Park in Harrisonburg, Virginia. The collegiate ... read more about EMU Night with the Turks returns to Harrisonburg for third consecutive year
Rev. Dr. Shannon Dycus assumes role as EMU interim president
The Rev. Dr. Shannon W. Dycus has taken the baton as EMU’s interim president, officially beginning her role on July 1, 2025. Dr. Dycus previously served as vice president for ... read more about Rev. Dr. Shannon Dycus assumes role as EMU interim president