Psalm 107:1 O give thanks to the Lord, for God is good; for God’s steadfast love endures for ever. As we move into the Thanksgiving season in the United States, we ... read more about Thoughts of Thanksgiving: Fall 2021
Graduate programs
Fabrice Guerrier MA ‘15 named to The Root’s 100 List
Fabrice Guerrier MA ‘15 was named this month to The Root’s 100 List. He is included among 100 of the most influential African American innovators, public figures, community leaders, change ... read more about Fabrice Guerrier MA ‘15 named to The Root’s 100 List
Honoring chaplains during National Pastoral Care Week: CPE Director Penny Driediger on walking with patients and families amidst COVID challenges
In honor of National Pastoral Care / Spiritual Care Week Oct. 24-30, Penny Driediger was asked to share a reflection about her work as chaplain at Sentara RMH Medical Center. ... read more about Honoring chaplains during National Pastoral Care Week: CPE Director Penny Driediger on walking with patients and families amidst COVID challenges
Professors and alumni contribute to Mennomedia’s “What Now?” resources for pastors and congregations
Several EMU faculty and alumni have contributed to a new resource published by MennoMedia. Covering subjects from faith formation to sustaining leaders, “What Now? Leading Churches through COVID” resources have ... read more about Professors and alumni contribute to Mennomedia’s “What Now?” resources for pastors and congregations
CJP IMPACT REPORT 2020-21 profiles year of change, innovation
How has CJP changed in the year 2020-21? How do we do justice and peacebuilding education in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic, sustained racism and oppression, poverty and inequality, ... read more about CJP IMPACT REPORT 2020-21 profiles year of change, innovation
Marta Castillo ’90 to become associate executive minister of Mosaic Conference
Marta Castillo will assume the role of associate executive minister for Mosaic Conference on Feb. 1, 2022. In recent years, Castillo has served as the leadership minister of intercultural formation and brings strong experience in pastoral leadership and intercultural understanding to the Conference leadership team. She is passionate about the intercultural work of unity in cultural diversity, antiracism, and racial reconciliation. ... read more about Marta Castillo ’90 to become associate executive minister of Mosaic Conference from Mosaic Conference
NPR covers climate singers
A "climate emergency choir," including several EMU students, performed in Richmond on Monday to ask Governor Northam to put an end to the Mountain Valley Pipeline and demand solutions to climate change. ... read more about NPR covers climate singers from NPR-WMRA
EMU Teacher Education Program awarded CAEP Frank Murray Award
Eastern Mennonite University’s Teacher Education Program was one of 26 education providers from 17 states and the United Arab Emirates to win recognition for its continuous improvement in preparing teachers ... read more about EMU Teacher Education Program awarded CAEP Frank Murray Award
EMU’s new MA in Human Resources focuses on organizational leadership for change, resilience, empowerment
Eastern Mennonite University’s newest graduate degree program, the MA in Human Resources, launches in August 2022. The 30-hour degree program is designed for working professionals who want to shift ... read more about EMU’s new MA in Human Resources focuses on organizational leadership for change, resilience, empowerment
EMU announces new partnership with Peace Corps
Eastern Mennonite University announces a new partnership with the Peace Corps Paul D. Coverdell Fellows Program. The program offers financial assistance and internships to Returned Peace Corps Volunteers (RPCVs) who ... read more about EMU announces new partnership with Peace Corps