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New play from EMU alumna highlights life in the Shenandoah Valley before the Civil War

Lori D’Angelo | Daily News-Record

A new play written by screenwriter Liz Beachy Hansen '99 and premiering at the Brethren & Mennonite Heritage Center this weekend tells the story of what it was like to live in the Shenandoah Valley on the eve of the Civil War. The hourlong "Rise Up and Follow" takes place this Saturday and Sunday, as well as next Saturday and Sunday, Dec. 20 and 21, every 15 minutes from 2:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. ... read more about New play from EMU alumna highlights life in the Shenandoah Valley before the Civil War from Lori D’Angelo | Daily News-Record

EMU recognizes standout students, announces Engage Award winners

December 10, 2025Last updated December 10, 2025 by Ryan Cornell with photos by Macson McGuigan/EMU

EMU honored students for their accomplishments at the Fall 2025 Student Recognition Celebration, held Wednesday morning in Lehman Auditorium. “This event is about lifting one another up,” said Tyler Goss, ... read more about EMU recognizes standout students, announces Engage Award winners

EMU’s top 10 news stories of 2025

December 9, 2025Last updated December 9, 2025 by Ryan Cornell

Stories about EMU’s new interim president, the Rev. Dr. Shannon W. Dycus, dominated traffic to our news site this year, with two pieces about her leadership landing in the Top ... read more about EMU’s top 10 news stories of 2025

PHOTO GALLERY: Art exhibit transports viewers to the sea

November 3, 2025Last updated November 2, 2025 by EMU Communications

During an artist’s reception at Margaret Martin Gehman Gallery last week, Cyndi Gusler, professor of visual arts at EMU, transported guests to the shore with the vivid oil paintings and ... read more about PHOTO GALLERY: Art exhibit transports viewers to the sea

In the News: Professor’s film is eligible for Oscar consideration

Shane Mettlen | Daily News-Record

Elizabeth Miller-Derstine, assistant professor of digital media, has brought a growing filmography and an increasing list of accolades to EMU. The VACA professor's debut film, Once Upon a Wetland, is eligible for Oscar consideration in the Short Documentary category. ... read more about In the News: Professor’s film is eligible for Oscar consideration from Shane Mettlen | Daily News-Record

VACA professor joins fellowship of world’s top nature photographers

October 31, 2025Last updated October 31, 2025 by Ryan Cornell

Steven Johnson, professor of Visual and Communication Arts (VACA) at EMU, continues to make a splash in the world of conservation photography. And, we’re not just talking about the vernal ... read more about VACA professor joins fellowship of world’s top nature photographers

VACA professor’s film wins ‘Best Documentary Short’ at NC festival

October 3, 2025Last updated October 1, 2025 by Ryan Cornell

After filming her 2024 feature documentary Bloom, which explores the American hospital system and the birth workers striving to make reproductive care safer and more accessible, EMU professor and documentary ... read more about VACA professor’s film wins ‘Best Documentary Short’ at NC festival

Now showing: Photos at Gehman Gallery capture the fleeting beauty of nature

September 19, 2025Last updated September 19, 2025 by Ryan Cornell

A new photography exhibition at the Margaret Martin Gehman Gallery (University Commons 179) from Macson McGuigan ’17, visual media manager for EMU marketing & communications, reveals nature at its most ... read more about Now showing: Photos at Gehman Gallery capture the fleeting beauty of nature

Arts and Lectures Calendar for Fall 2025

September 4, 2025Last updated October 30, 2025 by Ryan Cornell

Note: EMU Professor Cyndi Gusler’s opening reception has been rescheduled to Oct. 28 This listing includes events for the fall semester at EMU. To see most current details, additional events ... read more about Arts and Lectures Calendar for Fall 2025

Sanctuary of sound

August 29, 2025Last updated August 29, 2025 by Ryan Cornell with photos by Macson McGuigan/EMU

New Astral Recording Studio offers EMU students hands-on experience in cutting-edge music production, sound engineering, and audio technology It might be the quietest spot on campus. EMU’s new Astral Recording ... read more about Sanctuary of sound

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