This essay by senior writing major Lani Prunés pertains to an experience she had while on her EMU cross-cultural in the spring of 2013. Lani is a native of Philadelphia, ... read more about Why I marched for 10 hours with farmers in Colombia
Intercultural programs
Start Your Journey With Us
Eastern Mennonite University is often the perfect fit for students interested in spending time in another culture, deepening their faith, and working side-by-side with professors on original research. See what ... read more about Start Your Journey With Us
Check Out Middle East, Guatemala and Colombia Cross-Cultural Blogs and Photos
Blogs and photos from cross-cultural programs to the Middle East and Guatemala and Colombia are now available on the EMU cross-cultural program website. The Washington Community Scholars’ Center, a program ... read more about Check Out Middle East, Guatemala and Colombia Cross-Cultural Blogs and Photos
Philly Students Miss City Buzz But Like Harrisonburg Feel
For many, Eastern Mennonite University (EMU) is the obvious choice. Maybe they’re already settled in the Shenandoah. Maybe their parents call EMU their alma mater. Perhaps they’re looking for an ... read more about Philly Students Miss City Buzz But Like Harrisonburg Feel
South Africa and Lesotho Cross-Cultural
Cross-culturals are more than study abroad. Graduates call the experiences “life-changing,” giving them the foundation they need to live, lead and serve in a global context. Check out this video ... read more about South Africa and Lesotho Cross-Cultural
EMU – A Home Away From Home
Peacebuilding, sustainability, and cross-cultural encounter are core to Eastern Mennonite University, located in the Shenandoah Valley of Virginia. EMU is uniquely hospitable to people from a variety of cultures and ... read more about EMU – A Home Away From Home
EMU Student Story – EMU has expanded Alli’s worldview
Cross-cultural study in Spain and Morocco was a significant part of preparing to become a teacher for Eastern Mennonite University student Alli. Find out how. ... read more about EMU Student Story – EMU has expanded Alli’s worldview
Called to “Community” at EMU
Let’s be less individualistic and work harder at building community, urged the president of Eastern Mennonite University in his 2011-12 kick-off address to the entire campus community on Aug. 31. ... read more about Called to “Community” at EMU
Journal: Reflections of Mexico and Guatemala Cross-Cultural
We chose “Crossing Borders, Building Connections” as the overarching theme of our semester of study at the U.S./Mexico border and in Guatemala this past spring semester. Eastern Mennonite University requires ... read more about Journal: Reflections of Mexico and Guatemala Cross-Cultural
Spain/Morocco Cross-Cultural Students Recount Their Study Abroad
Twenty-four EMU students returned to campus obviously elated by their “life-changing” experiences of the fall 2010 semester. “Thank you, EMU, for the incredible opportunities we had,” the group said in ... read more about Spain/Morocco Cross-Cultural Students Recount Their Study Abroad