In her first sit-down television interview as EMU president, the Rev. Dr. Shannon W. Dycus shared her excitement about leading the university into a new chapter, reflected on the role ... read more about WHSV goes one-on-one with President Dycus
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In Memoriam: Dr. Myron S. Augsburger ‘put EMU on the map’
As EMU’s president from 1965-80, he transformed the institution into a nationally recognized liberal arts college and seminary Dr. Myron S. Augsburger BA ’55, BTh ’58, a nationally known evangelist, ... read more about In Memoriam: Dr. Myron S. Augsburger ‘put EMU on the map’
‘A MOMENTOUS DAY’
EMU formally inaugurates President Dycus in historic investiture ceremony Beginning at the 10th hour of the 10th day of the 10th month of EMU’s 110th year, an investiture ceremony in ... read more about ‘A MOMENTOUS DAY’
EMU celebrates America’s 250th
EMU President Rev. Dr. Shannon W. Dycus wrapped up the second day of her term with fireworks. Speaking to a crowd gathered in Downtown Harrisonburg on Thursday, July 2, to ... read more about EMU celebrates America’s 250th
Check out the new issue of Crossroads!
Hot off the presses, it's the Summer 2025 issue of Crossroads magazine! Click here for a digital copy of the university magazine, featuring multiple student and alumni stories, a new section on the 2024-25 annual report, and of course, our cover story on the passing of the leadership baton to Rev. Dr. Shannon Dycus! ... read more about Check out the new issue of Crossroads! from EMU Communications
‘We are part of making Harrisonburg stronger’
Liaison committee seeks to enhance partnership between city, EMU A meeting of EMU and Harrisonburg city officials on Aug. 7 marked a milestone in representation, bringing together the city’s first ... read more about ‘We are part of making Harrisonburg stronger’
EMU welcomes new Board of Trustees members
Three new trustees, Jake Bell, Jess King ’96, and Bruce Thomas ’85, began their terms on July 1, 2025. Jake Bell serves as president and CEO of Virginia Mennonite Retirement ... read more about EMU welcomes new Board of Trustees members
EMU President Dr. Susan Schultz Huxman announces retirement
President Dr. Susan Schultz Huxman has announced her retirement from Eastern Mennonite University effective at the end of the 2024-2025 academic year. Dr. Huxman is completing her second term and ... read more about EMU President Dr. Susan Schultz Huxman announces retirement
EMU welcomes new Board of Trustees members
Two new members, James Diller and Mathew Koshy, began their terms July 1, 2024. James Diller is a strategic advisor to investors, corporate and nonprofit boards, senior executives, and entrepreneurs. ... read more about EMU welcomes new Board of Trustees members
EMU urges Congress, President to call for a cease-fire in Gaza
The EMU President’s Office released a statement on Tuesday, March 19, condemning the violence in Israel and Palestine and calling for policymakers to take measures to prevent the further loss ... read more about EMU urges Congress, President to call for a cease-fire in Gaza