After 21 years at the helm, Shisler ’81 looks forward to new advisory role Kirk Shisler ’81 wants to make one thing very clear: He’s not retiring. At least not ... read more about Longtime advancement VP switching gears and staying on
Faculty and staff
MLK Day 2026: ‘Environmental justice is a civil rights issue’
EMU celebrates Martin Luther King Jr. Day with focus on sustainability EMU hosted its ninth annual Martin Luther King Jr. Celebration on Monday, Jan. 19, featuring a series of events ... read more about MLK Day 2026: ‘Environmental justice is a civil rights issue’
EMU hosts MLK celebration with full lineup of events
EMU will host its ninth annual Martin Luther King Jr. Celebration on Monday, Jan. 19. This year’s lineup of events includes a convocation with author and philosophy professor Olúfẹ́mi O. ... read more about EMU hosts MLK celebration with full lineup of events
PHOTO GALLERY: Students return to campus for Opening Convocation
EMU started off the spring semester strong with a campuswide convocation. The event, held at Lehman Auditorium on Wednesday morning, featured live music from students Miriam Rhodes, Naomi Kratzer, and ... read more about PHOTO GALLERY: Students return to campus for Opening Convocation
EMU Lancaster’s new leader excited to continue forward momentum
Dr. Jamie Mak, who stepped into her role leading EMU Lancaster on Oct. 27, appreciates that the site is already on strong footing. “Sometimes you take a job and you ... read more about EMU Lancaster’s new leader excited to continue forward momentum
EMU’s Reed named to gubernatorial transition committee
Harrisonburg Mayor Deanna Reed, director of alumni engagement and community connections at EMU, has been selected to serve on Governor-elect Abigail Spanberger’s transition committee. The transition committee will help lay ... read more about EMU’s Reed named to gubernatorial transition committee
Provost receives award from Council of Independent Colleges
The Council of Independent Colleges (CIC) presented Dr. Tynisha Willingham, provost and vice president of academic affairs for EMU, with its Chief Academic Officers Task Force Award at the 2025 ... read more about Provost receives award from Council of Independent Colleges
PHOTO GALLERY: Art exhibit transports viewers to the sea
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
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
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