The Center for Justice and Peacebuilding (CJP) at Eastern Mennonite University was deeply saddened to hear of the passing of Kumar Anuraj Jha, MA ’07. Jha died in a car ... read more about CJP mourns the loss of UN specialist Kumar Anuraj Jha MA ’07
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Seminary’s School for Leadership Training ‘Broken Vessels, Thriving Pastor’ slated for January
The ministry model of clay jars can take several twists: Are ministers cracked pots? Crackpots? Broken vessels? Is their work – to use another Biblical metaphor – but the sowing ... read more about Seminary’s School for Leadership Training ‘Broken Vessels, Thriving Pastor’ slated for January
Zehr Institute releases research on best funding opportunities to build sustainable restorative justice projects
In a widespread, fast-moving field such as restorative justice (RJ), how does a major grant-funding organization discern where to allot funds? One answer: engage with the Zehr Institute for Restorative ... read more about Zehr Institute releases research on best funding opportunities to build sustainable restorative justice projects
Grad School Q & A: Blair Wilner ’13, on studying theology at Duke Divinity School and UVa.
Addison Blair Wilner, a 2013 Bible and religion graduate of Eastern Mennonite University (EMU), is currently pursuing a Master of Arts in religious studies at the University of Virginia. He ... read more about Grad School Q & A: Blair Wilner ’13, on studying theology at Duke Divinity School and UVa.
EMU benefactor Norm Rittenhouse, 91, reflects on ‘working to give’ and the scholarship honoring his wife
During a homestay in the Middle East several decades ago, visiting a friend his son had met at Eastern Mennonite University, Norm Rittenhouse heard a firsthand story that deeply troubled ... read more about EMU benefactor Norm Rittenhouse, 91, reflects on ‘working to give’ and the scholarship honoring his wife
Campus visit gives Harrisonburg High GEAR UP students a taste of college life
Sophomore engineering student Dirk Oyer received instant acclaim as he waved a small handheld wand in front of Harrisonburg High School students. “Hello, HHS,” flashed the blinking LED lights. “Wow!” ... read more about Campus visit gives Harrisonburg High GEAR UP students a taste of college life
EMU leaders sign #StudentsAgainstHate statement urging politicians to combat hate
Eastern Mennonite University student leaders have added their names to a growing list of university student government presidents with an anti-hate call for the nation’s leaders. Following Student Government Association ... read more about EMU leaders sign #StudentsAgainstHate statement urging politicians to combat hate
UVa professor to give Suter Science Seminar on an engineering perspective in public health
Jennifer Mason Lobo, an assistant professor in the Department of Public Health Sciences in the School of Medicine at the University of Virginia, will present a Suter Science Seminar at ... read more about UVa professor to give Suter Science Seminar on an engineering perspective in public health
‘DoveTale’ benefit show marks 20-year anniversary, honors Lee Eshleman and adds to centennial celebrations
Twenty years after it debuted, DoveTale will be performed at Eastern Mennonite University’s Lehman Auditorium Dec. 10, 2017, at 7:30 p.m. All ages are invited to this family-friendly show which ... read more about ‘DoveTale’ benefit show marks 20-year anniversary, honors Lee Eshleman and adds to centennial celebrations
Spanish-language learners and native speakers join for annual Noche Bohemia festivities
From recounting the recipe for salsa verde to singing “La Bamba” — and praise songs — to acting out “Romance de la luna, luna,” it was a night of fun, ... read more about Spanish-language learners and native speakers join for annual Noche Bohemia festivities