DN-R reporter Megan Williams surveys Shenandoah Valley colleges and universities about their unusual fall semester and plans for spring. ... read more about DN-R: First COVID college semester drawing to a close from Daily News-Record
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Former women’s basketball coach Richard McElwee dies
This article by Greg Madia appeared in the Dec. 2, 2020, issue of the Daily News-Record. This was the pinnacle for Eastern Mennonite University women’s basketball. The Royals’ buzzer-beating shot ... read more about Former women’s basketball coach Richard McElwee dies
Young alums and student musicians rock regional venues
From the stage in the Common Grounds coffee shop to the Richmond Coliseum, Eastern Mennonite University alumni and current students are foraying into the Virginia music scene. They make percussion, ... read more about Young alums and student musicians rock regional venues
Mennonite service programs helped this nurse alumna find her calling
Melissa Jantzi ’16, a nurse at Christ House in Washington D.C., was profiled this month by Mennonite Mission Network. She participated in two programs that helped to define her current ... read more about Mennonite service programs helped this nurse alumna find her calling
Poet Kate Baer ’07 debuts with No. 1 NYT bestseller
Kate Baer’s first book of poetry, “What Kind of Woman,” has lived up to its book jacket descriptor as a “stunning and honest debut poetry collection about the beauty and ... read more about Poet Kate Baer ’07 debuts with No. 1 NYT bestseller
EMU’s 2019-20 Annual Report highlights year of challenge, innovation
Eastern Mennonite University has published its President’s Annual Report 2019-20 providing an overview of key events and developments, including important enrollment data, financial information, and progress on Comprehensive Plan goals. ... read more about EMU’s 2019-20 Annual Report highlights year of challenge, innovation
Dynamic Aviation founder Karl Stoltzfus Sr. ’72 built global business from Bridgewater airport
Karl Stoltzfus Sr. ’72, founder of Dynamic Aviation, died Friday night after a severe battle with pancreatitis, according to the Bridgewater-based company. He was 80 years old. View WHSV TV-3 ... read more about Dynamic Aviation founder Karl Stoltzfus Sr. ’72 built global business from Bridgewater airport
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
What are you thankful for?
Psalm 107:1 O give thanks to the Lord, for God is good; for God’s steadfast love endures for ever. As we move into the Thanksgiving season in the United States, we ... read more about What are you thankful for?
DN-R: Virtual Gala crosses genres in uplifting message of hope
Did you miss it? View the Gala. This article by Kathleen Shaw appeared in the Nov. 22, 2020, Daily News-Record. Dressed in a traditional black gown with hair neatly curled ... read more about DN-R: Virtual Gala crosses genres in uplifting message of hope