Laura Feichtinger McGrath GC ’18, director of English learner services and Title III at Harrisonburg City Public Schools, was recognized as a 2020 Bright Star by the United Way of ... read more about Harrisonburg educator honored by United Way
Alumni
Cross-country ‘Climate Ride’ slated for summer 2021
At the end of May, 17 cyclists will hit the pavement in Seattle, Washington to begin a two-month, 4,000 mile journey. They’ll pedal through the northern Rockies of Montana; Yellowstone ... read more about Cross-country ‘Climate Ride’ slated for summer 2021
Bishop’s Mantle: Volunteerism fuels Patchwork Pantry food ministry
This column by Jim Bishop ’67 was published in the Feb. 27, 2021, Daily News-Record. The Patchwork Pantry, based at Community Mennonite Church, is directed by Jennifer Ulrich, technical services ... read more about Bishop’s Mantle: Volunteerism fuels Patchwork Pantry food ministry
Hannah Daley ’17 takes to the skies for air quality research
Hannah Daley ’17 has made scientific waves in the Eastern Mennonite University (EMU) community for years — investigating water quality in the Bergton area watershed, researching caffeinated athletes with James ... read more about Hannah Daley ’17 takes to the skies for air quality research
Pre-service teachers glean job search, interview advice
The article below, “Internet Interview: Challenge of Recruiting Teachers Moves Online,” by reporter Megan Williams ran in the Feb. 25, 2021, issue of the Daily News-Record. The article includes Shawn ... read more about Pre-service teachers glean job search, interview advice
Season II of Peacebuilder podcast begins!
The “Peacebuilder” podcast, hosted by Patience Kamau MA ‘17, releases the debut episode of its second season today. This announcement will come as a delight to the more than 6,500 ... read more about Season II of Peacebuilder podcast begins!
Staunton nonprofit mental health agency embraces diversity
Sabrina Burress MA '18 (counseling) is the executive director of Augusta Resources for Resilience, Opportunity and Wellness, or the ARROW Project. The nonprofit organization seeks to expand “mental health treatment possibilities” within Staunton, Augusta County and Waynesboro. ... read more about Staunton nonprofit mental health agency embraces diversity from The Breeze
Suter Science Seminar to focus on decision-making and analysis for issues of wildlife disease management
Katrina Alger ’08, a biologist and decision analyst at the United States Geological Survey’s National Wildlife Health Center, will give a Suter Science Seminar at Eastern Mennonite University on Wednesday, ... read more about Suter Science Seminar to focus on decision-making and analysis for issues of wildlife disease management
VMRC exhibit includes alumni artists
An online art exhibit hosted by the Virginia Mennonite Retirement Community includes works from four alumni and a former professor of Eastern Mennonite University reflecting on grief, hope, and resurrected ... read more about VMRC exhibit includes alumni artists
DN-R: Lincoln Homestead puts spotlight on enslaved African Americans during Black History Month
This article was published Feb. 13, 2021, in the Daily News-Record. Sarah and Benjamin Bixler, co-owners of the Lincoln Homestead north of Harrisonburg, are EMU alumni and faculty. Sarah, a ... read more about DN-R: Lincoln Homestead puts spotlight on enslaved African Americans during Black History Month