Famous visitors, unique creative contributions and impactful work were among the highlights of the year’s top news stories from EMU’s Center for Justice and Peacebuilding. Click here to view the ... read more about CJP’s Top News of 2020
Faculty and staff
Seminary professor to give colloquium on race relations activism
Professor David Evans, who is director of cross-cultural programs and teaches history and intercultural studies at Eastern Mennonite Seminary, will present a virtual colloquium on January 20 at 4:15 p.m. ... read more about Seminary professor to give colloquium on race relations activism
Philadelphia Orchestra Concertmaster David Kim visits EMU for virtual ‘Masterclass plus’
Even with 14 years of experience and several masterclass sessions in her past, senior music performance major Eve Yavny was a little nervous as she put bow to strings and ... read more about Philadelphia Orchestra Concertmaster David Kim visits EMU for virtual ‘Masterclass plus’
Committed, vigilant campus leads to successful completion of fall semester
As students and faculty wrapped up final exams last week, the Eastern Mennonite University community reflects on the achievement of a major milestone: completing a large portion of the fall ... read more about Committed, vigilant campus leads to successful completion of fall semester
Stella Knicely remembered for deft management of EMU’s physical plant hub
Stella G. Knicely, 72, of Mount Crawford, passed away Sunday, Dec. 6, 2020, at her home. A graveside service was Tuesday, Dec. 8, 2020, at Pike Mennonite Church in Harrisonburg ... read more about Stella Knicely remembered for deft management of EMU’s physical plant hub
Bishop’s Mantle: Augsburgers still going 90 miles an hour
This column by Jim Bishop appeared in the 12/11/2020 Daily News-Record. We appreciate his generosity in sharing it with the EMU community. The couple is pictured next to the “Guns ... read more about Bishop’s Mantle: Augsburgers still going 90 miles an hour
Professor Carolyn Stauffer on ‘Sexual harm and restorative justice: the case for care-fullness’
Her op-ed in Anabaptist World answers the question: Should restorative justice be used in instances of sexual harm? ... read more about Professor Carolyn Stauffer on ‘Sexual harm and restorative justice: the case for care-fullness’ from Anabaptist World
Downey to retire as EMU’s head athletic trainer
Eastern Mennonite University has announced the retirement of longtime Head Athletic Trainer Mike Downey. He is in his 30th year at the school, and will finish his duties on Dec. 31. ... read more about Downey to retire as EMU’s head athletic trainer
Hip hop single immortalizes EMU cafeteria delicacy
I never made one of my discoveries through the process of rational thinking. – Albert Einstein I walk in the caf and I smell mac and cheese, my eyes roll ... read more about Hip hop single immortalizes EMU cafeteria delicacy
Self-care tips series with ‘campus celebs’ gains big shares on EMU social media
In recent weeks, EMU’s social media handles have featured five faculty and staff sharing mental health support tips. Geared towards students, the posts have also been shared widely among faculty, ... read more about Self-care tips series with ‘campus celebs’ gains big shares on EMU social media