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Isaac Alderfer, Hannah Leaman and Allison Shelly named 2018 Yoder Scholars

April 2, 2018Last updated April 3, 2018 by Christopher Clymer Kurtz

Each year, Eastern Mennonite University (EMU) engages in a rigorous process to select recipients for the prestigious Yoder Scholarships. Established in 1993 and named for alumni Carol and Paul R.

Latino Student Alliance creates third annual ‘alfombra’ for Easter

March 28, 2018Last updated March 28, 2019 by Shelby Mertens/Daily News-Record

Every year on Palm Sunday, communities in Central America recreate the Biblical passage in which Jesus is welcomed into Jerusalem a week before his crucifixion, with his followers laying down

University Choir and Emulate to present April 10 concert ‘Pilgrimage’

March 27, 2018Last updated April 11, 2018 by Christopher Clymer Kurtz

An upcoming concert titled “Pilgrimage” and presented by two Eastern Mennonite University vocal ensembles will reflect the “whole journey toward that which is sacred,” said director and professor of music

Local partnership brings ‘What Were You Wearing?’ survivor art installation to EMU, three other locations

March 23, 2018Last updated April 23, 2018 by EMU communications

In April, a local partnership brings the “‘What Were You Wearing?’ Survivor Art Installation” to Eastern Mennonite University and three other area locations. The exhibit’s goal is to raise public awareness

Poole and Clemens reprise ‘The Gospel Project’ for Homecoming and Family Weekend 2018

March 19, 2018Last updated September 10, 2018 by Lauren Jefferson

Justin Poole, assistant professor of theater at Eastern Mennonite University, and professional composer and musician Jim Clemens present “The Gospel Project: A Theatrical Journey through the Life of Jesus Christ.” The

EMU’s high-end digital media equipment prepares students to excel

March 16, 2018Last updated March 23, 2018 by Christopher Clymer Kurtz

Having access to the equipment in the visual and communication arts (VACA) equipment room at Eastern Mennonite University didn’t just help Macson McGuigan with class assignments. It also helped him

New faculty member David Berry to perform March 24 piano recital

March 14, 2018Last updated March 26, 2018 by Christopher Clymer Kurtz

Just hearing David Berry describe music is an ethereal experience. Hearing him actually play the piano? Even more so. The newest addition to the Eastern Mennonite University music faculty will

Youth symphony to perform ‘Lord of the Rings’ suite in spring concert

March 7, 2018Last updated March 20, 2018 by Christopher Clymer Kurtz

In the final concert of its 28th season, the Shenandoah Valley Youth Symphony will perform The Lord of the Rings “Symphonic Suite” and other works. The featured soloist is violinist

Composer Gwyneth Walker will attend March 22 premiere of work dedicated to EMU orchestra

March 2, 2018Last updated March 23, 2018 by Christopher Clymer Kurtz

The natural beauty of the Shenandoah Valley will take musical shape in this spring’s premiere of a new four-movement suite composed for and dedicated to the Eastern Mennonite University Chamber

Bluffton prof and poet Jeff Gundy presents at March 15 Writers Read

March 1, 2018Last updated March 16, 2018 by Christopher Clymer Kurtz

Just as “it’s possible to live on bread and water,” Jeff Gundy says, “it’s possible to live without poetry. But life is better with it.” Gundy will present his poetry

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