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’
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Dr. Dycus discusses EMU’s pathways to enrollment growth and career development for Royals
At EMU, it’s all about experiential learning opportunities. Eighty-five percent of EMU students graduate with an experience aligned with their major, President Rev. Dr. Shannon W. Dycus told a roomful ... read more about Dr. Dycus discusses EMU’s pathways to enrollment growth and career development for Royals
Rev. Dr. Shannon W. Dycus named 10th president of EMU
Eastern Mennonite University announced Monday, June 22, that it has named the Rev. Dr. Shannon W. Dycus as its 10th president. Dycus, who has led the university as interim president ... read more about Rev. Dr. Shannon W. Dycus named 10th president of EMU
Called to serve and lead
Eight months into her interim presidency, Rev. Dr. Dycus reflects on progress made and the path ahead When the Rev. Dr. Shannon W. Dycus took the reins as EMU’s interim ... read more about Called to serve and lead
Longtime advancement VP switching gears and staying on
After 21 years at the helm, Shisler ’81 looks forward to new advisory role Kirk Shisler ’81 wants to make one thing very clear: He’s not retiring. At least not ... read more about Longtime advancement VP switching gears and staying on
Rev. Dr. Shannon Dycus assumes role as EMU interim president
The Rev. Dr. Shannon W. Dycus has taken the baton as EMU’s interim president, officially beginning her role on July 1, 2025. Dr. Dycus previously served as vice president for ... read more about Rev. Dr. Shannon Dycus assumes role as EMU interim president
EMU promotes Shannon Dycus to VP of student affairs and dean of students
Eastern Mennonite University announces the promotion of Shannon Dycus to vice president of student affairs and dean of students. Dycus has served as dean of students since July 2019 and ... read more about EMU promotes Shannon Dycus to VP of student affairs and dean of students
Four earn inaugural Royal Award for Staff Performance (and coveted golden emus)
Who wouldn’t want to hug a trophy, pose for a commemorative photo, and put a golden emu on proud display in their office? Not that staff at Eastern Mennonite University, ... read more about Four earn inaugural Royal Award for Staff Performance (and coveted golden emus)
Committed, vigilant campus leads to successful completion of fall semester
As students and faculty wrapped up final exams last week, the Eastern Mennonite University community reflects on the achievement of a major milestone: completing a large portion of the fall ... read more about Committed, vigilant campus leads to successful completion of fall semester
Self-care tips series with ‘campus celebs’ gains big shares on EMU social media
In recent weeks, EMU’s social media handles have featured five faculty and staff sharing mental health support tips. Geared towards students, the posts have also been shared widely among faculty, ... read more about Self-care tips series with ‘campus celebs’ gains big shares on EMU social media