May 16, 2008
EMU News Archives
May 2008
• Green Design: A Class With Real-Life Applications
• EMU Prep Music Celebrates 20 Years
• Lancaster Program Holds Second Commencement
• ODAC Honors EMU's Mike Zucconi
• Prof Edits Book on Trauma Healing
• Bach Festival Offers 'Sneak Preview' Talks
• Prep Music Concert to Mark 20th Anniversary
April 2008
• EMU Honors Retirees, Gives Service Awards
• Seminary Commencement a First for Some
• Commencement Caps 90th Anniversary Celebration
• Graduates Urged to Be 'Bridge Builders'
• Students Report on 'Life-Changing' Cross-culturals
• EMU Honors 'Cords of Distinction' Recipients
• Jameson Jarvis: He's EMU's First 'Ghost'
• Sharing the Care of Patients and Kids
• Students Remember Virginia Tech Tragedy
• EMU's Valley Impact: Jobs, Millions, Leaders
• EMU Salutes Centenarian Alumna
• Prof Bikes, Walks or Takes the Bus
• 'Scenes' Class Presents Musical Theater
• Wade Named ODAC Softball Pitcher of the Week
• Chamber Singers to Perform at Park View
• EMU Grad Picked To Referee Basketball At Olympics
• Pastor Gets in STEP with EMU Lancaster
• Children's Choir Breaks Forth in Song
• EMU Participates in Peace Oratorical Contest
• Suter Science Seminar Explores Warfare
• For the 'Drill of It' at EMU
• Junior to Give Violin Recital
• 59th Seminary Graduation is April 26
• Student Baptized in Jordan on Easter
• 'Good at Business,' the Spring 2008 Issue of Crossroads
• 90th Commencement Exercises Set for April 27
March 2008
• Simulation Helps Students Better Grasp Book of Corinthians
• Suter Science Seminar to Probe Sleep Disorders
• Read the Latest 'WeatherVane,' EMU's Student Newspaper
• Seminary Dean's Book More Than a Story
• Call Center Proves Effective With Alumni
• Students Do Service Over Spring Break
• Budding Musicians Present Spring Concert
• Profs to Reflect on Pakistani Elections
• World is Hungry for Peace Message, Says EMU Grad
• Seven Lady Royals Recognized Nationally
• 'Mennonite Trek' Presentation Set at EMU
• Creating Art 'Never Boring' for Alumnus
• 'Safer Water' is Topic for Science Seminar
• Day of Memories and Baseball
February 2008
• Seminary Grads Find Ministry in Hospitals, Retirement Communities
• Examining Our 'Sports-Obsessed' Culture
• Conscientious Objector Speaks About Realities of War
• EMU Presentation Examines Kenya Crisis
• EMU Cloth Shopping Bags Available in Common Grounds
• Lawhorn Develops her 'Shot' at EMU
• Men's Volleyball Team Upsets #5 Steven's 3-2
• EMU Sends Prayers to Northern Illinois University
• D.C. Pastor-Activist to Speak on Campus
• Counseling Duo to Speak at EMU
• Chamber Singers to Spend Spring Break in Song
• Royals Hold Off Bridgewater for 71-70 Win in Basketball
• Professor to Detail 'Evolutionary Creation' in Talk
• Theater Department Presenting Hit Musical, 'Cabaret'
• Soul Food Cafe Dishes Up More Than Heritage
• W.Va. Poet to Read Works at EMU
• University of Tennessee Orchestra to Play at EMU
• Performing Artist to Lead EMU Spiritual Life Week
• Environmental Stewardship is Theme of Pastor-Artist Exhibit
• Luke Gascho: A Christian Response to Climate Change
January 2008
• Sweet Lemons - Mennonites and Iranians Relate
• Back By Popular Demand - 'Go-Diva'
• Conference Encourages 'Sexual Wholeness'
• 'Do No Harm' With Renovated Science Center
• Seminary Recognizes Veteran Church Leaders
• 'Crossroads' Alumni Magazine Wins CASE Award
• Concerts Open African-American History Month at EMU
• 'The Dangerous Calling of the Gospel' - Reflecting on Dr. King's Life and Legacy
• Science Seminar: A Model for Conservation Efforts from a Kenyan Nature Reserve
• Puerto Rican Volleyball Team Gets A Snowy Treat
• EMU Grad to Lead 'King' Observances, Other Events
• Science Seminar to Examine Farming Practices
• 'Sustainability' Forum for Science Center Set for Jan. 22
• Programming Changes in the Air at WMRA-WEMC
• Second EMU Group Leaves on Cross-Cultural
• Novelist-Theologian to Speak at Upcoming 'Writers Read'
• EMU Sets Music Programs for Children and Parents
• EMU Grad to Show 'Insider's View' of DC
• Virginia Colleges to Host 'Information' Night' in Petersburg
• EMU 'Prayer Basket' Heading to Russia
• 'Discovery Room' Promotes 'Hands-On' Learning
December 2007
• '3D Security' Tackles Washington D.C.
• Lamm Named to NSCAA All-Region Third Team
• Student Pastors Get Support at Seminary
• Ruark Named to VaSID All-State Second Team
• EMU to Offer 'Parish Nursing' Course Again
• 'Relationships' Basic to EMU Cross-Cultural Experience
• EMU Furthers Catholic-Anabaptist Dialogue
• Students Make Fashion Statement with Trash Wardrobes
• EMU Cloth Shopping Bags Go Quickly
• Seminary Course Promotes Inter-faith Dialogue
• Christian Apologist to Give Suter Seminar Talk
November 2007
• Senior to Give Violin Recital
• EMU Offering 'Leadership' Seminars in New Year
• Mennonite Authors Share Memoirs in New Book
• Junior to Give Voice Recital
• Author to Speak in Seminary Chapel
• EMU Choirs to Offer Holiday Fare
• Meeting 'The One' Without Bar-hopping Around the 'Burg
• Foreign Film Series Crosses Boundaries
• Collins: Faith and Science Are Compatible
• EMU Celebrates Cross-Cultural Anniversary
• EMU, Somaliland University Hope Exchange Program Fosters Peace
• EMU Presenting Multimedia Play
• David Orr: Buildings Can Foster Sustainability
• Redeeming the Power, Redeeming Ourselves
• Renowned Scientist to Speak on Campus
• Orchestra, Children's Choir to Perform
• Insect Pests is Subject of Science Seminar
• Artist 'Comes Home' to Display Glasswork
• Mennonite Delegation to Vatican Includes EMU Professor
• Next 'Writers Read' Features Wayne Johnston
• Music Department Sets Festive Concert
October 2007
• Bach Festival Hosts Young Artists' Recital
• EMU Acquires Rare 16th Century Book
• Historians Examine Amish, Mennonite Response to Civil War Conflict
• Environmental Expert to Speak on Campus
• Field Hockey Moves on to ODAC Semi-Final Round
• Seminary Student Traces Journey to Peace Stance
• Abuse Survivor Speaks at 'Take Back the Night' Events
• 'See Jesus in Others,' Campolo Urges
• EMU Theater to Present French Comedy
• Students Promote AIDS Awareness
• EMU Cites Couple for Generous Giving
• Field Hockey Team Finishes with 7-0 Record in ODAC
• Science Seminar Explores Spirituality and Health Issues
• Speakers to Tell 'Cluster Bomb' Story
• Prayer Labyrinth Dedicated at EMU
• Sophomore Named ODAC Field Hockey 'Player of the Week'
• Alumni Honored for Service Efforts at Homecoming
• Prof Helps Cambodians Clean Up
• Track Coach Honored at His College Alma Mater
• Lady Royals Win 2-0 Over Bridgewater
• Prof Sees Microfinance Efforts Working
• Sisters Stitch for Virginia Relief Sale
• 'Prophetic' Speaker Coming to EMU
• Alumni Award Recipient to Speak at Homecoming
• EMU Holds Fall 'Missions and Service Days'
• Lady Royals Stay Perfect in ODAC with Win Over Washington & Lee
September 2007
• Seminary Hosts Presentation on Origins of Stress
• EMU Participates in Archbishop Tutu Visit
• EMU Marks Ten Year Association with Follett Bookstores
• EMU-Goshen Clash, Celebrate on Playing Field
• EMU Scopes Out Lessons at Oberlin's Environmental Center
• Soccer Player More Lion Than Lamm on the Field
• Seminary Students Practice Ministry at Camp
• Lancaster Pastor to Speak at Spiritual Life Services at Seminary
• EMU Group to Hold Iraq Prayer Vigil
• Lefever Announces Retirement from EMU Roles
• Suter Science Seminar Examines 'Sustainability' Topic
• EMU, City Schools Launch Strings Instruction Program
• Special 90th Anniversary Issue of Crossroads Now Online
• EMU Doubles National Average of Children Going to Alma Mater
• Novelist Payne to Speak at First 'Writers Read'
• Turkey Disease is Suter Science Seminar Topic
August 2007
• G.I. Lehman, Old Testament Prof, Dies
• EMU to Participate in Desmond Tutu Recognition
• Exhibit Revisits Children's Toys
• Students Welcomed to 90th School Year
• Homecoming Theme Centers on 90th Anniversary
• Long-time EMU Housekeeper Dies
• Check out the 2007-08 Suter Science Seminars
• Comedy Launches Fall Semester
• Debbie Maitland: Custodian, EMU Alumna, 'All-Star' Nurse
• Pedaling for Fun and Finances
• EMU Gearing Up for New School Year
• Children's Choir Announces Auditions
• Seminary Grad Produces Prayer Resource
• EMU National Leader in Energy Efficiency
July 2007
• Teens Get Jump on Spiritual Growth
• SLT to Focus on Sexual Wholeness
• EMU Names New Faculty and Staff
• Trauma Seminars Help 9/11 Survivors
• 'Visit Your Own Back Yard,' EMU Says
• EMU Annual Gifts Set New Record
• Students Doing Rigorous Research
• See the Top 'EMUTube' Videos from San Jose
• An 'Impossible Dream?' Not for Luis Padilla
June 2007
• 'Simple Way' Ministry Destroyed by Fire
• Board Honors Former President and Announces Science Center Plans
• Seminary Grad Keeps on Truckin'
• Shenk a 'Distinctive' Student at EMU
• Exploring Restorative Justice: Peacebuilders, crime victims and ex-prisoners
• Will Peace License Plate See Daylight?
• Festival Keeps People Coming Bach for More
• Renowned Pianist Recounts Miraculous Recovery
• Roth Appointed to CJP Leadership Role
• Seminarian Sowing Seeds of Change
• 'Bach Admirers' to be Featured at Festival
May 2007
• Students Exploring Ministry Interests
• 'Hope For Peace Day' Shares Vision
• EMU Sponsors Sojourners Event June 3-6
• STEP Graduates First Class at Lancaster
• Eshleman Leaves Legacy of Profound Laughter
• Bach Festival Works to be Highlighted
• BBC News Report: Evangelicals Split on Global Warming
• Twelfth Summer Peacebuilding Institute Opens at EMU
• Senior Does Hands-On Research
• Bach Festival Features International Artist
• Suzuki Violin Students to Perform at EMU
• Graduate Hopes to Help Japanese Women Pastors
• EMU Cites Retirees, Gives Service Awards
• Bible Prof Cited for Article
• Musicologist to Highlight Bach Festival Composers
April 2007
• 2007 Graduates Urged to Discover the Path
• 'Cords of Distinction' Recipients Honored
• Go Ye Into All the World and Smile . . .
• EMU to Hold 'Moment of Silence' for Va. Tech Monday
• EMU Moves Men's Tennis from Varsity to Club Status
• Alumnus grows church to 1000+ in 20 years
• Special Event to Spotlight SPI at EMU
• EMU Well-Represented at Nursing Conference
• Men's Volleyball Breaks 20 Records During 2007 Season
• Campus Focuses on Tragedy at Virginia Tech
• Turner, Webster, Look to Continue Success in Outdoor Season
• Injured Student Now in Stable Condition
• EMU Student Injured Early Friday
• President Addresses Global Warming, Creation Care
• Young Adults Wrestle with Visions for the Church
• Senior Receives Unexpected Scholarship
• STAR Trauma Program Fills Niche In New Orleans
• Michael Card Concert Coming to Campus
• EMU, Iranians Explore Mutual Interests
• Chamber Singers to Lead Worship in Music
• University Chorale Sets Spring Concert
• ELC Plans 'Fun(d) Day' Event
• Prof Selected for Summer Study Program
• Easter Message: New Life from Old
• Seminary Announces 58th Annual Graduation
• EMU to Spotlight Music of Brazil
• Students ‘Speak Out for Peace’
• State Recognizes EMU 'Teachers of Promise'
• Diversity in Worship Readily Available at EMU
March 2007
• Panel to Focus on US Foreign Policy
• Micah Inspires Visions for EMU's Future
• New Church Encourages 'Table Talk'
• Wind Ensemble Blows Spring Breezes
• EMU Maintains High Med School Acceptance Rate
• EMU to Explore New Science Facility
• Middle School Students Sample College Life
• 'Homeless' Advocates to Speak
• Second Soccer Coach to Earn Doctorate
• Orchestra Spotlights Student Musicians
• Youth Orchestra to Give Spring Concert
• EMU Jazz Concert Doubles the Pleasure
• Church Works With with Young Life to reach local youth
• 'Where To, EMU' Events Coming March 23-24
• EMU Theater to Stage Musical Drama
• Virginia Theater Troupe to Perform at EMU
• EMU Joins Other Local Colleges on NSF Research
• Middle East Forum to be Held
• SVCC Presents 15th Anniversary Concerts
• EMU Has Stellar Winter Sports Season
• Campus Pastors Gather on Campus
• JMU Artist Exhibits Works at EMU
• EMU Responds to Bluffton Tragedy
• EMU Cross Country Teams Achieve Academic Excellence
February 2007
• Seminary Student does AIDS Work in Swaziland
• MEDA Cited at White House Conference
• Music Department to Stage Cabaret Theater
• Sophomores Named ODAC Track 'Athletes of the Week'
• Campus Warms Up With 'Kitz Blitz'
• Thomas P. Bowers: In Memoriam
• Bach Festival Previews June Program
• Yoder's Book Probes Jewish-Christian Rift
• International Trauma Expert Joins STAR Efforts
• Newcomer Helps Spark EMU Women
• Prof's Book Outlines Anabaptist Beliefs
• EMU Sets Mission and Service Days
• Sudan Mission Worker to Speak
• JMU to Manage EMU's Public Radio Station
• EMU to Stage Greek Tragedy 'Medea'
• Noted Children's Author to Speak
January 2007
• EMU Gears Up for 'Kitz Blitz'
• Event Planned for Body and Soul
• Workshop Studies African Drums
• Speaker Discusses Science Of Porn
• NYC Gospel Ensemble to Perform
• Poetry Inspires February Exhibit
• EMS Conference Explore 'Life Abundant' Theme
• Local Musicologist to Speak on Bach
• Seminary Honors Pioneer Women Broadcasters
• Speaker to Address Pornography Issue
• American Boychoir, SVCC to Perform Together
• Phillies Skipper Back Home, Sort Of
• Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Remembered
• Distance Learning Program Celebrates 10 Years
• EMU President 'Called' to Second Term
• Prolific Author, Commentator to Read Writings
• Dean To Puerto Rico: Gracias
• EMU to Present Chamber Music Program
• Ceramic Artist to Exhibit at EMU
• Veteran EMU Biology Professor Dies
December 2006
• Major League Baseball Manager to speak at EMU
• EMU Alumni and Pastors Promoting Healthcare Access
• EMU Prof to Help Launch Peace Program in Israel
• Seminary Grad Provides Computer Technology to Ethiopian School
• Cross-Cultural Encounter at EMU
• Bookfair to Benefit EMU Early Learning Center
• EMU to Offer 'Parish Nursing' On-Line Course
• Students Wrap Up Some Yule Cheer
• Mennonite Study Group Visits China
• EMU Senior to Present Recital
November 2006
• Javanese Mennonites Challenge EMS Students and Faculty
• Troupe to Stage Latino Nativity Play
• Volleyball Program Helps with Habitat for Humanity
• Prof Helps Initiate New Book Series
• Children's Choir Readies for Holiday Concerts
• Seminary Offers Training in Congregational Conflict Mediation
• EMU Prof Launches 3D Security Initiative
• Trustees Act on Finances, Hear Updates
• Wind Ensemble Puts On Playful Air
• EMU at Lancaster Prof Cited for Teaching Excellence
• Lithuanian Student Learns Business American Style
• Children's Choir, Youth Orchestra Set Joint Concert at EMU
• Speaker to Examine Stem Cell Research
• EMU to Observe 'Dialogue on Race Week'
• Hunsberger to Give Voice Recital
October 2006
• EMU to Present Mozart Masterpiece
• Music Group to Play in Bally, Pa.
• Childrens Choir Releases Seasonal Album
• 'Get Your Hands Dirty,' Archbishop Challenges Audiences
• EMU Teams to Compete in ODAC Playoffs
• Japanese Poet to Appear at EMU
• Play Spotlights Political Intrigue
• EMS Conference to Promote Church Vitality
• Mennonite Couple Returns To Lebanon
• 'YPCA' Celebrates 85 Years of Ministry, Service
• EMU's New 'Micah Think Tank' Calls for Proposals
• Basinger Inducted into EMU Hall of Honor
• EMU Presents 'Hands-On' Music Event
• Seminary Students Relate to EMU Undergrads
• EMU Cites Grads for Service Efforts
• Amish Forgiveness Offers Lessons
• Former Nursing Faculty Member Dies
• Exhibit Explores 'Borders and Boundaries'
• Lecture to Address Family Violence
• Prof's Book Relives Apostle Paul's Journeys
• Katie Lamm Named ODAC Women’s Soccer Player of the Week
• Fall Mission and Service Days
September 2006
• Sojourners Editor to Visit Campus
• EMU Plans 'Take Back the Night' Events
• Seminary Prof Travels to Iran for Muslim Conference
• Professors Lead Middle East Tour
• EMU Theater to Present Student-Directed Comedy
• Backyard Slackline Hits Campus
• Middle East Peacebuilder to Visit EMU/JMU
• 'Mennofolk' Groups to Perform in Harrisonburg/EMU
• Professor Wins Two Major Peace Awards
• EMU Defeats Goshen College 1-0 in Men’s Soccer
• Hange to Speak at Seminary Spiritual Life Week
• At EMU, Spirit Of Service Catching On
• Fall Enrollment, Undergraduates Up
• Nicaraguans Honor Lederach for Global Peace Efforts
• New Book Details Personal Encounters With Biblical Text
• Speaker Moves from Fear to Hope in Sept. 11 Speech
• Seminary Convocation Focuses on Transformation
• Assefa Nurtures Cease-Fire in Uganda
• Turf Field Symbolic of 'New Era' in Athletics
• Mennonite Colleges to Meet in Soccer
August 2006
• Small Colleges Have Their Advantages
• Convocation Explores 'Vocation' Theme
• Local Talent May Ignite Royals
• Student Named Undergraduate 'Fellow'
• Speaker to Reflect on 'Sabbath'
• Renowned Trauma Expert to Speak
• Homecoming Has Music, Service Emphases
• Dedication for New Turf Field
• Undergraduate students sample ministry from EMS grads
• EMU Moves Up in 'U.S. News' National Rankings
• City's Youngest, Newest Principal
• National College Guide Lauds EMU
• EMU Tools Up for Fall Semester
• Exhibit Depicts Artist's Travelogue
• Youth Challenged to Become 'Servant Leaders'
• EMU Connects With 'Future Generations' Students
• Children's Choir to Hold Newcomer Auditions
July 2006
• Zucconi to Succeed Warner as Sports Information Director
• Friendship, One Stitch At A Time
• Couple Safely Back In United States
• Lifelong Missionary Receives EMU's Distinguished Service Award
• Mumaw Named Alumna of the Year
• Students Produce Documentary on Growing Kurdish Community
• Family of Ex-Profs Waits In Hopeful Mood
• Ex-EMU Profs Wait To Get Out
• Zehr Reaches Millions in Japan
• EMU to Virginia Students: 'Come See Us'
• EMU Reports Record Gift Income
• Working for a Better Future in Haiti
• YPCA Service Group to Celebrate at EMU Homecoming
• Bypassing The Pulpit — Number Of Young Pastors Declining
• Seminary Student Alicia Horst Begins Cross-Country Bicycle Ride
June 2006
• EMU Trustees Hear Upbeat Reports
• Genocide Survivors Change Lives Through EMU Program
• Profs to Explore Faith and Learning
• 'BikeMovement' - Seminary Grad Anticipates a Different Type of Internship
• EMU Festival Offers Bach - and All that Jazz
• Church Group to Convene at EMU
• EMU’s Shank Enjoying City’s Latino Culture
• Prof's Artwork Gets Top Award
• Aracena to Oversee, Strengthen Global Curriculum
• Laotian Students Seek to Eradicate Unexploded Ordnance
• Colleges Bringing Visitors, Revenue To Harrisonburg
• EMU Profs Picked for Study Program
• Walking and Working Where Jesus Served
• STAR Program Expands to Serve Youth
May 2006
• New Turf Field Begins to Take Shape
• Peacebuilding Institute Opens with 'Ritual of the Americas'
• Bilingual Theater Troupe to Perform on Campus
• Children's Choir Soars at Festival
• A Serenade for Strings at EMU
• Seminary Grads Receive 'Divine' Education
• EMU Cites Retirees, Gives Service Awards
• Seminary Graduates Large Class
• EMU Celebrates 88th Commencement
• Immigrant Wants To Be Role Model
April 2006
• Education Students Honored as 'Best and Brightest'
• Students Receive 'Cords of Distinction' Honor
• Sara Herr: Doing Great at 98
• EMU to Install New Turf Field
• Jonalyn Denlinger: Outstanding On and Off the Field
• Spreading the Word Through Dance
• Hadley Jenner: A Circuitous Path of Wonder
• Average Student Becomes Stellar Alumnus
• EMM Opens Exploratory Work in Bulgaria
• Alum Named 'Businessman of the Year'
• Former EMU Coach Passes Away
• Stutzman to Recount Learnings from Family Research
• EMU Hosts Concern Group for Military Vets
• Chorale to Spotlight Vivaldi
• Number of Int'l Students Remains Stable
• How Can EMU Choir Keep from Singing?
• EMU to Offer Heathcare Leadership Training
• Nursing Graduate Building Relationships
March 2006
• Wind Ensemble Sets Concert Date
• Turner Throwing His Weight Around In D-III
• Board Approves New Programs, Drops Others
• Seminary Announces Commencement Schedule
• Commencement Schedule Includes Address by Rev. Bob Edgar
• University 'Thankful' That Hostages Freed
• 'EMU Jazz' Plans Note-Worthy Show
• Orchestra to Honor Mozart in Concert
• EMU Celebrates Life/Work of Tom Fox
• Theater Department Stages 'Inventing Montana'
• Campus Responds to Death of Peace Worker Tom Fox
• Spring Break 2006: Girls and Boys Gone Mild
• Novelist Evie Yoder Miller Closes Semester of 'Writers Read'
• Royals Close a Successful Winter Season
• Faculty Profile: Lester Zook, Outdoor Man
• Chamber Singers To Embark on Brief Tour
• Music Major Sets Piano Recital
• EMU Grad Intervenes in Potential Nigerian Violence
• Youth Orchestra Groups to Give Concert
• Prof Captures 'Creatures' on Camera
• Children's Choirs Set Spring Concerts
• Students Anticipate A Different Kind of 'Break'
February 2006
• Former EMU Prof Has New Appointment
• Food Service Director Receives Award for 'Exceptional Standards'
• Wallis Stresses 'Commitment' in EMU Address
• Senior Receives Theater Award
• Social Work Program Re-Accredited
• Prioritization Steering Committee Final Recommendations Report
• Author Ralph Wood Visits for 'Writers Read'
• Children's Choir to Sing at Music Conference
• Evening of Spirituals Scheduled
• University Holds Second Vigil for Iraq Hostages
• Counseling Tracks Receive Accreditation
• MCC Storytellers to Visit Campus
• EMU to Host Summer Youth Conference
• EMU to Hold Mission/Service Days
January 2006
• 'Jukebox' Show Tunes Up for Sixth Anniversary
• Vigil Planned For Former EMU Student Held Hostage In Iraq
• Children's Choir to Sing at JMU Festival
• Social Justice Advocate Comes to Campus
• Ceramics Artist to Exhibit Works
• 'Black History Month' Opens on Campus
• EMU to Present Children's Musical
• Call to 'Embody God's Wholeness' Sounded at EMS Conference
• Seminary Recognizes Veteran Pastors
• EMU Sets Gospel Music Extravaganza
• Pastor: King Spoke Of Repentance
• Noted Poet to Read Works at EMU
• Bell Leads 'Engaging' Sessions at EMU
• Speaker: ‘Jesus Enjoyed Laughter’
• EMU Plans 'King Week' Celebration
• New Women's Soccer Head Coach Named
• EMU Radio Station to Broadcast 24/7
December 2005
• Noted Musician/Storyteller to Lead Spiritual Life Sessions
• Planetarium Featuring Prominent Celestial Objects
• Veteran Seminary Prof/Churchman Dies
• Area Group Brings La Pastorela to Campus Again
• EMU Exhibit Features BRCC Prof's Work
• Students Bring Cheer to Local Children
• Zehr Cited for Restorative Justice Work
• Deadline Extension 'A Good Sign' For EMU-Connected Hostage
• Jim Wallis to Speak on Campus
• Kratz Enjoying Life in Pro Baseball
• EMU to Screen United Nations Film
• Wife of Former EMU President Dies
• Iraq Hostage Has EMU Connection
November 2005
• Latino Theater Group to Give Nativity Play
• 'Soul Space' Offers Guidance Online
• Former EMU Nursing Head Passes
• Cuddly Critters Invited to Children Choir Concerts
• Wind Ensemble Plays Soft and Sweet
• EMU Trustees Consider Campus Design
• Young Musicians to Perform at EMU
• New Book Explores Bioethics 'Through Anabaptist Eyes'
• Horst Reviving A Cappella Recordings
• Derstine, Former EMU Administrator, Dies
• Challenges, Opportunities Face Christian Colleges
• EMU Nurses Embrace 'Sacred Covenant' With Patients
• EMU Basketball Edges BC - In Poll
• Music Department to Present 'Messiah' Oratorio
• EMU Relief Kits on the Way to MCC
October 2005
• Theater Department to Stage Screwball Comedy
• Folk Festival Explores Breadth of Mennonite Roots
• Sassy, Jazzy EMU Ensemble to Perform
• Palestinians Neglected, Trio Says
• Exhibit Explores 'Trauma' Theme
• Homecoming 2005 Photo Gallery
• Harrisonburg Native to Lead Songwriting Workshop
• Children's Choir Releases Ninth Recording
• Philosophy Prof to Probe Theology and Science
• EMU Gives Alumni Service Awards
• EMU Gives Gehman Philanthropy Award
• Novelist Giardina to Speak at 'Writers Read'
• In Early Days, Even A Vacuum Could Slow Turntables
• EMU Senior Depicts Bolivian Town
• EMU Trainees Nominated for Nobel Prize
• Nursing Students Help Flood Victims in Gulf
• Planetarium Show Spotlights Venus, Mars
• Acclaimed Gospel Choir to Appear at EMU
• EMU Sets Fall 'Mission and Service Days'
• Women to Discuss Mideast Peace Prospects
September 2005
• EMU Historian to Speak on Educator
• EMS Labyrinth: A Prayerful Walking Space in Preparation
• Campus Continues Hurricane Relief Appeals
• EMU Athletics Raises Nearly $1,400 for Hurricane Relief
• Nursing Students Travel to Scenes of Hurricane to Help
• Musicians to Present Duo Recital
• EMU Forms Science and Religion Society
• EMU Enrollment Up, More Part-Time Students
• Concert Celebrates 'Latino Heritage Month'
• A Goal Completed, A Lesson Learned
• Fund Drive Launched for Hurricane Response
• Have Feet, Will Run ... Cross-Country
• Kevin Griffin Named Women's Basketball Head Coach
• Writer Robert Morgan Returns to Campus
• Instructor to Give Violin Recital
• Middle East Musicians to Give 'Concert for Peace'
• EMU to Welcome Displaced Students
• Organizations Reach Out to Victims of Hurricane Katrina
August 2005
• Setting Goals Critical, President Says
• EMU Grad Named Head Baseball Coach
• Long-Time EMU Biology Prof Dies
• Students Hear Community Stories
• Leadership School to Have 'Wholeness' Focus
• Academic Year Opens With Theater Piece
• JMU Prof to Exhibit Works at EMU
• 'Writers Read' to Host Ugandan Novelist
• Students to Hear Community Stories
• Magazine Gives EMU National Ranking
• Lancaster Area Pastors Offered Leadership Training
• Blessing of Facility Adds to WCSC Anniversary
• Seminary Staffer's Book Explores Young Adult Issues
• Student Named 'Undergraduate Fellow'
• New Faculty Members Welcomed
July 2005
• Mennonites, Catholics Share Friendship Through 'Bridgefolk'
• Women's Basketball Coach Resigns
• EMU to Virginia Students: 'Come See Us'
• Gift Income Sets New Record for University
• Roeschley Resigns Baseball Coaching Post
• Benson to Guide Volleyball Programs
June 2005
• Kniss Juggles Numerous Roles
• Music Festival Celebrates Bach and other 'Bs'
• EMU and Seminary 'STEP' Up Program for Pastoral Leaders
• Catholic-Mennonite Conference Comes to Campus
• Center for Justice and Peacebuilding (formerly CTP) Celebrates Ten Years
• Racial/Ethnic Education Programs Face Funding Challenge
• Iraq Peacebuilders Study at Summer Peacebuilding Institute
• Conflict Transformation Alumni Share Global Experiences
• Felt 'Divinely Led' to Seminary, Neff Says
May 2005
• Tenth Summer Peacebuilding Institute Opens
• EMU Names Marketing Services Director
• Students to 'String Along' in EMU Concert
• Shenandoah Valley Bach Festival - 'B' There!
• EMU Cites Retirees, Gives Service Awards
• Use Power Rightly, Seminary Graduates Told
• EMU Grad Class Has 'Major Accomplishments'
• EMU Celebrates 87th Commencement
April 2005
• Graduating Senior Receives Educator Honor
• Children's Choir Sets Spring Gala
• Web-based Program Connects Across Cultures
• Students Receive 'Cords of Distinction' Honor
• Language and Literature Students Awarded
• 2004-05 Student-Athletes Honored
• Men's A Cappella Ensemble to Perform
• Renowned Folk Artist to Perform at EMU
• A Cappella Group to Offer Varied Repertoire
• Education Student Receives Honor
• Students Cited for Teaching Potential
• Sophomores to Give Instrumental Recital
• Shenandoah Valley Children's Choir Will Strut Their Stuff
• Wind Ensemble to Blow Sweet Sounds
• EMU Signs Agreement with University in Spain
• Lilley Joins EMU Development Staff
• EMU Names New Athletic Director
• EMU's New A.D. May Show Up On Recruits' Doorsteps
• Seminary Sets Annual Commencement
March 2005
• Book Explores Anabaptist-Muslim Dialogue
• Nursing Lab Gets Major Upgrade
• EMU to Hold 87th Commencement
• Children's Choir Sets Spring Concerts
• EMU Hosting 'Artist in Residence'
• University Chorale to Offer 'Praise' Theme
• Support 'Overwhelming' for Hospitalized EMU Student
• Peacebuilding Program to Celebrate 10th Anniversary
• EMU Student Wins Oratorical Contest
• EMU to Stage Bilingual Musical
• EMU to Jazz Up Lehman Auditorium
• Students to Solo in Orchestra Program
• Youth Orchestra Serenades Spring
• Reno Ready to Roll With Print Projects
February 2005
• Art Exhibit Rethinks Meaning of 'Trash'
• Speakers Recount Historical Meeting in EMU Class
• 'Music Man' Revs Up for EMU Production
• Poet to Share Works at 'Writers Read'
• Award Will Boost EMU Faculty Research Project
• Starting Early: Jason Garber
• Mission-Service Days Coming Soon
• EMU Offers 'Taste' of Gospel Music
• Bishop - down memory lane with 'Friday Night Jukebox'
• Chamber Singers Plan Spring Tour
• SPI Adjunct Faculty Member to Head MCC
• Urban Mission Worker to Give Lecture Series
• Students Bring 'The Music Man' to Campus
January 2005
• EMU Exhibit Showcases Fiber Art
• Peachey Licensed for EMU Campus Ministry Role
• Student's Protest Met with Pepper Spray
• EMU Hosts Fifth Gospel Music 'Extravaganza'
• Leaders Given 'Keys' to Transformation at 76th SLT
• Seminary Cites Veteran Pastor for Ministry Work
• Declining Numbers Fewer Foreign Students in Area
• Grad to Give Benefit Jazz Concert
• EMU Holds 'King Day' Observance
• Look Who’s Hot - EMU's Men's Basketball
• EMU Names Shisler to Advancement Post
• Prof Tapped to Aid MCC in Indonesian Relief Efforts
• Spring Convocation Sounds Note of 'Hope'
• Writer's Read Program to Feature Virginia Poet
• Seminary Prof to Scrutinize Pastoral 'Excellence'
• EMU to Combine Spiritual Life/King Week Programs
• Planetarium Beams Up 'Galaxies' Program
December 2004
• Ministry Discernment Program Moving Ahead
• Refugee Children's Artwork Given to EMU
• Class Links With Vietnam Students
• 'Thirstborne' Group to Perform at EMU
• Students Spread Christmas Cheer
• Seminary Announces Evening Classes
• EMU Leads Class at Caribbean Bible School
• 'A Classic Christmas' on WEMC
• Veteran Peaceworker to Speak at EMU
November 2004
• EMU Staff Collaborate on Worship Guide
• University Chorale Plans Christmas Concert
• Seminary Conference to Highlight 'Transformed Congregations'
• Chamber Singers Welcome Yule Season
• A Cappella Ensemble to Perform Locally
• Student Poets to Read Writings
• Drama Troupe Enacts Spanish Plays at Local High School
• Students Volunteer at Food Pantry
• Harp Highlights SVCC Christmas Concerts
• Coming Soon: Pre-Law Program
• Miller Named EMU Men’s Volleyball Coach
• Steffen Named Interim Athletic Director at EMU
• Students Bag School Kits for Needy Children
• Eclectic Concert Set for EMU Coffeehouse
• Silent Vigil Remembers War Losses
• Undergrad Admissions Director Named
• CTP Open House Makes Peace 'Big News'
• Young Musicians Plan Joint Concert
• Seminary Names Church Partnerships Team
• Syrian Music Group to Perform 'Concert for Peace'
• CTP Program Plans Open House
• Students Head to Florida to Monitor Polls
October 2004
• Art Exhibit to Feature Papermaking
• Hammond Brings His Smooth Style to Area
• Steinke to Address 'Congregational Health' Theme
• Telescopes Readied for Lunar Eclipse
• Fall Theater Production Explores War's Ironies
• Writers Read Program Welcomes Best-Selling Novelist
• Martin Leaving as EMU Athletic Director
• Enjoy the Sounds of the Season with SVCC's Newest CD
• Swartley, Keeler Cited at Homecoming
• Speaker to Address Environmental Issues
• EMU Sets Fall Mission/Service Event
September 2004
• Rights Worker to Speak on Impact of War
• Believers Church Conference Explores Politics and Pacifism
• 'Take Back the Night' Rally and Events Planned
• WEMC Adds New Programs to Lineup
• 'Return, Remember, Reconnect' at Homecoming
• Seminary to Hold Spiritual Life Week
• Latino Initiative Attracts Hispanic Freshmen
• Music 'Superstar' Headlines Homecoming Festivities
• EMU Enjoys Record Fall Enrollment
• Jazz Concert To Help Launch 'Latino Heritage Month'
• Music Prof, Guest Artist to Give Recital
• For Whom the Bell Tolls . . .
• EMU Wins U.S. Competition for Fulbrighters
• WEMC to Broadcast 'Democracy Now' Host's Address
• Harvard Astonomer to Speak at EMU
• 'Love God With Entire Being,' EMU President Exhorts
August 2004
• EMU/BRCC Receive Nursing Program Grant
• Students Offer Service to Local Community
• Seminary Offering Holy Land Tour
• 'Writers Read' Program Underway for Fall
• First Exhibit, Art Lecture Set for Fall
• New Alumni-Parent Relations Director Named
• Faculty and Staff Tool Up for New School Year
• EMU Students to Swarm the 'Burg
July 2004
• Hartman Returns To EMU Classrooms
• Faith and Politics Intersect at Upcoming Conference
• Faculty Welcomes 13 New Professors
• Virginia Private College Week
• University Fund Reaches Record Goal
• Professor finishes 35-year translation project
• Campus Pastor Publishes Book on 'Jesus, Our Spiritual Director'
• Encore Presentation of 'Little Grill' Documentary
June 2004
• Board of Trustees Welcomes New Chairperson
• EMU Names New Track and Field Coach
• Distance Learning Brings Seminary Courses To Students Around the World
• Middle Eastern Christians Add to Diversity of SPI
• Festival Goes Bach to Basics
• Toward A More Peaceful World
• Veteran EMU Prof Co-Authors Church History Volume
• Waco and Iraq - Parallels in Bloodshed
• Student Film Teaches International Students 'Reality 101'
• Peacebuilding Groups Gather From Around the World
• Conference to Examine Christians' Relationship to the State
• Iraqi Group Extends 'Thanks' to EMU
• EMU Prof Selected for Summer Study Program
May 2004
• Widow of Nairobi Bombing Helps Others Heal
• EMU Offering Bach to Bach Hits
• Nursing Program Gets High Marks
• Play Takes Intense Look at Crime Victims
• Restorative Justice Workshop Looks at Faces in Prison
• New Business Arrangement Seeks Closer Student Ties
• EMU Names 'Quality Service' Recipients
• Couple Traces Apostle Paul By Land and By Sea
• Peacebuilding Institute Begins Ninth Year
• Seminary Students Cited for Research Work
• 'Latino Initiative' is Launched
• EMU's Latest Lion Out of the Cage
April 2004
• EMU Gives Service Awards, Cites Retirees
• Seminary Sends Forth Church Workers
• Children's Choir Plans Spring 'Gala'
• Volleyball Championship Ends for Royals
• International Choral Festival Held on Campus
• Student Video Project Features Local Restaurant
• Swartzendruber Answers Questions about Lifestyle Policy and Firings
• EMU Serves Up Volleyball Tournament
• Seminary to Hold 55th Commencement
March 2004
• Lady Royals Get All-State Honors
• Wind Ensemble Blows Through Campus
• Swartzendruber Installed As The Campus' Eighth President
• 'Sacred Conversations' Surround EMU Inauguration
• CTP's STAR Seminar Begins in Liberia
• 'Writers Read' Series Comes to a Close
• Local Students Headline Orchestra Concert
• Student Relays Message Of Miracles
• Former Music Prof J. Mark Stauffer Dies
• Lady Royals Fall in National Tourney, Set Record
• Orchestra Sets Inaugural Concert
• Music . . . And All That Jazz!
• Chorale to Perform 'Requiem'
• Royals Get Ready To Jet West
• Inauguration Has Full Slate of Activities
• Lady Royals Advance to NCAA Sweet 16
• Steinke Addresses 'Anxiety in Congregations'
• Lady Royals Relax In NCAA Round 1
• Lady Royals Win ODAC Tournament
February 2004
• Lady Royals Reach ODAC Semi-Finals
• Peace Fellowship Focuses on 'Healing'
• Children's Choirs Set Spring Concerts
• Alumnus Harold Zook Releases Autobiography
• EMU Women's Basketball Receives ODAC Top Seed
• Bruce Love to lead Business Club E-Commerce Seminar
• Drama Ministry Class Performs Original Play
• Comedy Trio 'CPR' to Launch Inaugural Week
• Noted Poet Julia Kasdorf to Speak
• Steinke to Speak on 'Congregational Health'
• EMU Theater to Stage Shakespeare Comedy
• EMU to Hold Mission-Service Days
January 2004
• FUTURE Drama Troupe to Present 'wHAcHAgoNNAdU?'
• Benefit Concert with Carol Ann Weaver and Rebecca Campbell
• Church Leaders Launch Stage Two of ‘Culture of Call’
• Anabaptist Teachers Confer, Plan Future Meetings
• EMU Names 'Quality Service' Recipients for First Quarter 2004
• Seminary Cites Veteran Church Workers
• EMU Jazz Sets Mid-Semester Tour
• EMU Names Augsburger 'Distinguished Artist'
• Inspirational Author to Address 'Writers Read'
• School for Leadership Training 2004 Promotes Strong Preaching
• Guest Recital: Robert Wells and Andrew Harley
• Writer-Musician Leads Spiritual Life Week at EMU
• EMU to Host Intercollegiate Peace Gathering
• 'The Spirit of a Man' - Martin Luther King Week 2004
• EMU Cites Long-time Benefactors
• 'Be Tough and Tender,' EMU President Advises
• Book Recounts Ministry of Evangelist
December 2003
• Veteran Author/Musician to Lead EMU Spiritual Renewal
• EMU, Blue Ridge Sign Admissions Agreement
• Christmas Home is Where the Hearth Is
• LEAP Video to Premiere at Seminary
• EMU President's Christmas Meditation
• EMU Prof Compiles New Albums
• Seminary Offers Evening Classes
• Searching For Saw-whet: Banders Track Migratory Creatures Of The Night
• EMU Athletes Cited for Achievements
• 'Innovative' Tuition Savings Plan Cited
• Swartzendruber Inauguration Set at EMU
• Leadership School to Promote Preaching
• EMU to Present A Cappella Concert
November 2003
• WEMC Revives All-Christmas Music Format
• Latino Theater Presenting Christmas Play
• EMU Selected to Host Volleyball Championship
• STAR Program Expands to New York City
• EMU Views 'Bioethics' Through Anabaptist Eyes
• EMU Names 'Quality Service' Recipients for 4th Quarter 2003
• EMU Offers Musical Gift Yule Love
• EMU Singers Set Advent Program
• EMU Kicks Off Biotechnology Conference
• EMU Jazz Group Has Weekend Tour
• EMU Board Approves Budget, Looks Ahead
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