Intercultural Programs Alumni Grant Fund increases access for students, provides stipends for faculty leaders A fall 1981 intercultural to Jerusalem left a lasting impression on the late Christine Good Shenk ... read more about ‘This is something she would’ve supported’: Alumnus donates $90K to new intercultural fund in memory of late wife
Professor Emeritus Dr. Carroll David Yoder ’62, who taught French, English, and writing throughout a 34-year career in EMU’s Language and Literature Department and led intercultural programs to Quebec, France, ... read more about In Memoriam: Dr. Carroll Yoder ’62, professor emeritus of French and literature, led intercultural programs to Quebec, France, Ivory Coast
“After completing another week in Guatemala, I have come to the conclusion that I like living here very much,” wrote Malachi Cornelius on EMU’s intercultural blog. Cornelius, a sophomore, was ... read more about Students reflect on spring intercultural trip to Guatemala, Mexico
At 4 a.m. on June 26, 2023, Jerry Holsopple, professor of Visual and Communication Arts (VACA) at EMU, waved goodbye to a group of students as they boarded a bus ... read more about Retiring VACA professor Jerry Holsopple embraces ‘mystery of what is yet to come’ in gallery exhibition
The earth was without form, and void; and darkness was on the face of the deep. And the Spirit of God was hovering over the face of the water. Genesis ... read more about Longtime cross-cultural leaders plan final voyage
Thought your commute was bad? It might pale in comparison to the typical commute in Guatemala’s capital. “The transportation systems and traffic in Guatemala City are terrible, and any Guatemalan ... read more about Students share stories from intercultural trip to Guatemala, Cuba
Students on the Eastern Mennonite University’s spring intercultural trip to South Africa are nearing the halfway point of their journey. Led by Andrew G. Suderman, professor of Bible, theology and ... read more about Students reflections from spring South Africa intercultural
Students on Eastern Mennonite University’s fall semester intercultural to Peru explored history, culture and language, with a special focus on health and education. They have been accompanied by Professor Kristopher ... read more about Fall Peru intercultural experiences homestays, big cities, the Inka Trail and more
Byron Peachey begins his first semester in a new role as Eastern Mennonite University’s director of intercultural programs*. He was formerly an advisor and instructor for student success in the ... read more about Intercultural Program names new director
First published in 2017, portions of this timeline has been updated through 2022. We thought it was a fun read, so are republishing it now. Remember reading the Bible along ... read more about A (*Fairly Comprehensive) Timeline of EMU Intercultural/Cross-cultural Program milestones