This year’s top news stories from EMU’s Center for Justice and Peacebuilding mark life and professional transitions, celebrate impactful work, and connect us to the challenging issues of the day. ... read more about Top CJP News of 2021
Alumni
Computer science professor makes return visit to thank Intensive English Program
In spring 2021, Salahaldeen Duraibi stopped by to visit with his former instructors in the Intensive English Program at Eastern Mennonite University. He was on his way home to Saudi ... read more about Computer science professor makes return visit to thank Intensive English Program
Dwight Gingerich ’81 notches 700 wins at Hillcrest Academy
This successful boys’ basketball coach is sixth all-time in victories in Iowa and the only one to earn all those wins at one school. ... read more about Dwight Gingerich ’81 notches 700 wins at Hillcrest Academy from The Gazette
PXD Blog: ‘From Herm to Ranger Rick’ with Nicole Litwiller ’19, MA ’20
Nicole Litwiller graduated from Eastern Mennonite University with a degree in global development in 2019 and a master’s degree in conflict transformation in 2020. She has worked as a Equity ... read more about PXD Blog: ‘From Herm to Ranger Rick’ with Nicole Litwiller ’19, MA ’20
Family honors Stoltzfus and Hertzler legacies through endowment of international student scholarship and DEI support
After retiring from the ministry, Robert and Rachel Stoltzfus opened their home and hearts to many international students in Harrisonburg, Virginia. To Jose Koshy [pronounced as the first syllable of ... read more about Family honors Stoltzfus and Hertzler legacies through endowment of international student scholarship and DEI support
‘The Gang’: 38 years, 74 reunions…and counting
For your consideration, a unique EMU alumni story, began the email from Cheryl Kreider Carey ‘83 late this summer. Unique is right. For 38 years, “The Gang” has hosted 74 ... read more about ‘The Gang’: 38 years, 74 reunions…and counting
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
EMU musicians and The String Queens inspire at 2021 Gala Concert
With photos by Rachel Holderman Thanks to EMU students, community contributors and faculty David Berry, Benjamin Bergey, Kyle Remnant, James Richardson and Kimberly Souther for an amazing night of music ... read more about EMU musicians and The String Queens inspire at 2021 Gala Concert
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
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