An Eastern Mennonite University program that has gained a wide reputation for training persons for global peacemaking may be lesser known right in its own back yard. “Hope for Peace ... read more about Special Event to Spotlight SPI at EMU
Center for Justice and Peacebuilding
STAR Trauma Program Fills Niche In New Orleans
Kelly Jasper, Daily News-Record The kids here, they’ve all lost something. “I have an 8-year-old referred to me for depression, anxiety, not sleeping and not eating,” says Nanette Katz, a ... read more about STAR Trauma Program Fills Niche In New Orleans
EMU, Iranians Explore Mutual Interests
Dr. Karimi (second from left), from Mofid University in Qom, Iran, gets acquainted with faculty from EMU’s Center for Justice and Peacebuilding. Photo by Jim Bishop A leading Iranian human ... read more about EMU, Iranians Explore Mutual Interests
Panel to Focus on US Foreign Policy
The public is invited to attend an in-depth panel presentation on “US Foreign Policy and How It Affects Americans” 7 p.m. Tuesday, Apr. 10, in Martin Chapel of the seminary ... read more about Panel to Focus on US Foreign Policy
‘Where To, EMU’ Events Coming March 23-24
The public is invited March 23 and 24 to learn about proposed visions for the future of EMU. The weekend of sharing dreams and visions is the result of a ... read more about ‘Where To, EMU’ Events Coming March 23-24
Middle East Forum to be Held
The ongoing Middle East conflict and signs of encouragement will be the focus of a forum to be held 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Mar. 15 in Martin Chapel of the seminary ... read more about Middle East Forum to be Held
Saying ‘I’m Sorry’ is Just the Beginning
The legislature of Virginia is to be applauded for passing a resolution expressing its profound regret for slavery and for the exploitation of native people. As far as I know, ... read more about Saying ‘I’m Sorry’ is Just the Beginning
International Trauma Expert Joins STAR Efforts
Carolyn H. Heggen, a trauma expert with world credentials, has come to work for Strategies in Trauma Awareness and Resilience (STAR) at Eastern Mennonite University. As co-leader of STAR Feb. ... read more about International Trauma Expert Joins STAR Efforts
Healing the Pain of Trauma
Iraqi Peace Worker Killed
An Iraqi-Muslim advocate for peace and reconciliation, who received support from Christian organizations for his work in trauma-healing, has been killed. Dr. Alharith Abdulhameed Hassan, 56-year-old professor of psychiatry at ... read more about Iraqi Peace Worker Killed