When she woke up on May 1, 2008, Denise Martin ’08 was one of the many cyclists who “just kind of rode” without giving much thought to the complicated politics ... read more about Bike advocate, by accident
Sustainability
Bike capital, where riders are gearing up to lead the way
In 2010, a new class made its first appearance in EMU’s course catalog: bicycle maintenance, taught by Ben Wyse ’99. That was the same year that the university cooperated with ... read more about Bike capital, where riders are gearing up to lead the way
Ben Wyse ’99: bicycle lifestyle, bicycle livelihood
It’s been nearly five years since Ben Wyse ’99 launched Wyse Cycles, based on a simple, and unprecedented, premise: opening a bike shop with no shop. Instead, Wyse makes house ... read more about Ben Wyse ’99: bicycle lifestyle, bicycle livelihood
Mennonite Recycled Fashion Show – EMU
Trash fashion outfits are made from “found” materials. They combine the importance of recycling with creativity, style and high fashion. Eastern Mennonite University (EMU) art professor, Cyndi Gusler, along with ... read more about Mennonite Recycled Fashion Show – EMU
EMU Student Story: Josh uses his passion for the outdoors in hands-on ways at EMU
Gardening, composting, and learning about environmental issues are just a few of the ways that Josh has explored creation care at Eastern Mennonite University. Josh discusses how our choices today ... read more about EMU Student Story: Josh uses his passion for the outdoors in hands-on ways at EMU
Crossroads Sustainability Issue
The spring 2011 issue of Crossroads is devoted to sustainability. Take a behind the scenes look at interviews with some of the EMU alumni featured in this issue! ... read more about Crossroads Sustainability Issue
Local Meal at EMU
EMU’s Sustainable Food Initiatives student group shops at the local farmers’ market and prepares meals — then eats! — the food together regularly. ... read more about Local Meal at EMU
EMU: Going Green in Royal Blue
Herm, EMU’s mascot, explores creation care at Eastern Mennonite University. Highlights include the bike co-op, campus garden, compost pile, recycling efforts and new majors like environmental sustainability. The video features ... read more about EMU: Going Green in Royal Blue
Solar Dedication and Celebration
Highlights from the solar dedication and celebration. In fall 2010 EMU became host to the largest solar deployment in Virginia, with capacity to generate 104.3 kilowatts of electricity from 328 ... read more about Solar Dedication and Celebration
The Gulf Oil Spill: Discussion on Accountability, Action, and Faith
Students, faculty and staff of Eastern Mennonite University gather for a discussion following James Akerson’s chapel presentation on the Gulf Oil Spill. Panel members share their thoughts on the spill, ... read more about The Gulf Oil Spill: Discussion on Accountability, Action, and Faith