Athlete-turned-assistant coach Nate McGhee ’24, MBA ’26, whose collegiate volleyball dreams were once dashed, says EMU gave him a second chance to succeed When Nate McGhee ’24, MBA ’26, arrived ... read more about Finding his footing
Student Profiles
Ceremony honors 2026 Cords of Distinction recipients
Ten graduating EMU seniors were honored as Cords of Distinction recipients at a ceremony on Friday, April 24, in Martin Chapel. As one of the university’s most valued, cherished, and ... read more about Ceremony honors 2026 Cords of Distinction recipients
Q&A with Elie Hoover, student soloist in Friday’s spring concert
Concerto/Aria Orchestra ConcertDate: Friday, April 24Time: 7 p.m.Location: Lehman AuditoriumCost: Free (no registration needed) Junior vocalist Elie Hoover (soprano) and senior saxophonist Jadon Harley will perform as student soloists with ... read more about Q&A with Elie Hoover, student soloist in Friday’s spring concert
EMU announces 2026 Cords of Distinction honorees
Ten graduating seniors are Eastern Mennonite University’s 2026 Cords of Distinction recipients. They will wear blue and gold cords signifying their achievement during the 2026 Commencement. A special ceremony honoring ... read more about EMU announces 2026 Cords of Distinction honorees
Joyce Beachy ’25 found friendship in faculty at EMU
Joyce Beachy ’25 first arrived on EMU’s campus as a student in January 2023. It was midway through the academic year, and everyone else already seemed well-acquainted with the campus ... read more about Joyce Beachy ’25 found friendship in faculty at EMU
For the record: Olga Salama ’29 finds passion and purpose
Editor’s Note: This profile is the third of six stories about students and alumni leading up to the 10th annual LovEMU Giving Day on April 1. For more information about ... read more about For the record: Olga Salama ’29 finds passion and purpose
For the record: Arelys Martinez Fabian ’26 found a community that cares
Editor’s Note: This profile is the second of six stories about students and alumni leading up to the 10th annual LovEMU Giving Day on April 1. For more information about ... read more about For the record: Arelys Martinez Fabian ’26 found a community that cares
For the record: Leah Frankenfield ’26 learned to lead
Editor’s Note: This profile is the first of six stories about students and alumni leading up to the 10th annual LovEMU Giving Day on April 1. For more information about ... read more about For the record: Leah Frankenfield ’26 learned to lead
Incoming athlete says faith led her right to EMU
Prospective students choose a college for many different reasons. For Reese Fitton, a senior standout on the Luray High School volleyball team, faith led her right to EMU. “My faith ... read more about Incoming athlete says faith led her right to EMU
Aviation student sets sights on career as air traffic controller
Just 10 days after graduating from EMU’s aviation program in May, senior Sarah Miller will begin three months of intense training at the FAA Academy in Oklahoma City to become ... read more about Aviation student sets sights on career as air traffic controller