This story has been updated to reflect changes due to inclement weather. Eastern Mennonite University will host the eighth annual Martin Luther King Jr. Celebration on Sunday, Jan. 19, and ... read more about EMU to host MLK Jr. Celebration
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EMU remembers legacy of Jimmy Carter
This story has been updated to add a missing graduation year. Eastern Mennonite University joins the nation in mourning the late former President Jimmy Carter, who was known for his ... read more about EMU remembers legacy of Jimmy Carter
EMU student wins coveted Rhodes Scholarship
Eastern Mennonite University (EMU) is pleased to announce that senior Meredith Lehman, from Dover, Ohio, has been named a recipient of the prestigious Rhodes Scholarship. Lehman was one of only ... read more about EMU student wins coveted Rhodes Scholarship
Free Food Room seeks donations to continue operating
For the past two years, the EMU Free Food Room has supported members of the campus community experiencing food insecurity. Inside the room, located in the Ammon Heatwole House at ... read more about Free Food Room seeks donations to continue operating
Mayor Reed, fixture on EMU’s campus, inspires civic engagement among students
With Election Day (Nov. 5) fast approaching, students at EMU say that having an elected official, Mayor Deanna Reed, on campus has motivated them to become civically engaged. Reed, who ... read more about Mayor Reed, fixture on EMU’s campus, inspires civic engagement among students
EMU grad guides Paralympians in Paris
Philip Watson Jr. ’16 says his experiences at EMU sparked a passion for service—a passion that continues to this day. The Philadelphia native recently returned from the 2024 Summer Paralympics ... read more about EMU grad guides Paralympians in Paris
There’s no place like HOMEcoming: See the 2024 highlights
Past and present Royals alike followed the yellow brick road back to Eastern Mennonite University for an unforgettable Homecoming and Family Weekend. With more than 380 people registered for 30+ ... read more about There’s no place like HOMEcoming: See the 2024 highlights
EMU receives $101K grant to address mental health, substance abuse
A new program at EMU will provide services, education, and programming for all EMU undergraduate students, and especially those who struggle with mental health challenges and substance misuse. The program, ... read more about EMU receives $101K grant to address mental health, substance abuse
Nurturing seeds of faith in churches, individuals through conversation
Ministry of Outstanding Young Alum Seth Crissman ‘09, MDiv ‘15 builds bridges between communities Harrisonburg, Virginia, resident Seth Crissman ‘09, MDiv ‘15 has been selected by Eastern Mennonite University’s Alumni ... read more about Nurturing seeds of faith in churches, individuals through conversation
LGBTQ+ activist to present Queer History Month keynote
Date: Tuesday, Oct. 15Time: 7:30 p.m. Location: Common Grounds, EMU University Commons, 1307 Park Road, HarrisonburgCost: Free (RSVP needed to attend) Annabeth Roeschley, executive director of the Brethren Mennonite Council for ... read more about LGBTQ+ activist to present Queer History Month keynote