College Sports Sep 23, 2009
Gettysburg College senior soccer tri-captain Tara Gaston (Newtown) scored her first goal of the season last Monday - and a game-winner, to boot - as the Bullets knocked off Eastern Mennonite University, 1-0. The win was the third in the row for the Bullets - and all have been shutouts. (Voices, CT)
Stutzman named executive director of Mennonite Church USA Sep 10, 2009
"His experiences in the church and his commitment to the healing and hope vision of Mennonite Church USA will serve him well in this role." Stutzman is vice president and seminary dean as well as professor of church ministries at Eastern Mennonite University (EMU) in Harrisonburg. He served on the Executive Board for Mennonite Church USA from 1999 to 2005 and as denominational moderator from 2001 to 2003. (Kalona News, IA)
J. Alton Horst Aug 20, 2009
He attended Eastern Mennonite High School and Eastern Mennonite University in Harrisonburg, Va. and graduated from Goshen College with a Bachelor of Arts in 1950 and a Bachelor of Theology in 1951. (Princeton Bureau County Republican, IL)
Virginia College Fund receives grant to expand Jun 20, 2009
In addition to Ferrum College, the other Virginia College Fund members are: Averett University, Bluefield College, Eastern Mennonite University, and Virginia Intermont College. All are private, degree granting, liberal arts and comprehensive colleges and all are fully accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools. (Chatham Star Tribune, VA)
Paul E. Bender May 21, 2009
Mr. Bender served in Civilian Public Service Camp for three years in Terry, Montana during WWII. He attended Eastern Mennonite University and Penn State University. He became an ordained minister in 1949. (Kalona News, IA)
A passion for pottery Apr 17, 2009
The potter is now the member of a Mennonite church and had attended Eastern Mennonite University in Harrisonburg, Va. That s where I first discovered pottery, Yoder remembered. (Milton Standard Journal, PA)
Grants Awarded for Specialty Crops Apr 15, 2009
Also getting money are the Virginia Vineyards Association, Eastern Mennonite University, Virginia Tech, the Southwest Virginia Agricultural Research and Extension Center, and the Southside Beekeepers Association. Commissioner Todd Haymore says the projects will help keep agriculture the commonwealth's largest industry. (W-USA News, DC)
The Joy of the Jubilance Children's Choir Apr 9, 2009
With a background in music from Eastern Mennonite University, Rhonda is not only well qualified to lead this choir but has an enthusiasm for music that is unmistakable. Their first performance was held during the 2008 Christmas season and will next perform a concert called "The Jubilance" on April 26 at 4 p.m. The concert name comes from the name for their choir which is "the Jubilance Choir" explained to me by Jillian Nafziger as, "jubilance means happiness!" Avery Blauvelt, whose mother was... (Kalona News, IA)
2009 NECVA Tournament Field Announced Apr 1, 2009
The 13th seed is Eastern Mennonite University ... MATCH #1: (1) Rivier College (31-1) vs. (16) Hunter College (23-15), 2 p.m. MATCH #2: (2) Nazareth College (25-4) vs. (15) Emmanuel College (18-12), 2 p.m. MATCH #3: (3) Ramapo College (23-6) vs. (14) Elms College (18-12), 4 p.m. MATCH #4: (4) Stevens Institute of Technology (21-6) vs. (13) Eastern Mennonite University (13-15), 4 p.m. MATCH #5: (5) Endicott College (20-11) vs. (12) SUNY New Paltz (22-12), 6 p.m. MATCH #6: (6) Vassar College... (Ecgulls.com)
UNO to honor justice pioneer at Gandhi symposium Mar 23, 2009
Howard Zehr is a professor at the Center for Justice and Peacebuilding at Eastern Mennonite University in Harrisonburg, Va. He also served for 19 years at director of the Office on Crime and Justice for the Mennonite Central Committee (U.S.). (Sioux City Journal)
Mennonite Missionary Sentenced In Child Porn Case Mar 12, 2009
Assistant Commonwealth's Attorney Clark Ritchie said Wednesday that taking the case to trial would have been difficult because the Eastern Mennonite University students have returned to their homes in China, Japan and Vietnam. The offenses occurred in 2006. (W-USA News, DC)
Warner dumps NCAA foes Mar 8, 2009
In only their second home match of the season the Warner University men s volleyball team defeated NCAA D-III No. 12 Eastern Mennonite University 3-0 (30-23, 30-18, 30-27) Thursday to improve their record to 13-8, tying their win total from last season and dropping Eastern Mennonite University to 10-13 for the season. Leading the Royals attack was Hector Rolle , who was the lone Royal to register double-digit kills with 11 in the match. (Lake Wales News, FL)
Colonels cage Bison, Panthers Mar 5, 2009
The Altavista boys basketball team earned a trip to the Group A, Division 1 state tournament and the Region B championship game when they defeated the top-seeded Bison 49-44 at Eastern Mennonite University. Altavista went on to win the Region B championship Saturday night with a 41-29 win over Riverheads. (Altivista Journal, VA)
Dan River boys advance to state tournament Mar 5, 2009
In front of a packed crowd at Eastern Mennonite University, the No. 2 seeded Wildcats lost a close contest to the number No. 1 ranked team in the Group A.. The Mountaineers (27-0) jumped out 15-8 on the Wildcats in the first quarter. (Chatham Star Tribune, VA)
Lady Wildcats top Knights, fall to Mustangs Mar 5, 2009
George Mason used its hot shooting, defense, rebounding, and a 21-2 second quarter run to end the Wildcats' season at Eastern Mennonite University. After leading 21-11, the Mustangs (20-6) went on a 21-2 run that resulted in a 30-plus point deficit. (Chatham Star Tribune, VA)
Colonels, Lady Colonels to play for Region B crowns Feb 28, 2009
Both games are being played at Eastern Mennonite University. Comments. (Altivista Journal, VA)
Altavista advances to face Buffalo Gap Feb 27, 2009
Altavista advances to meet top-seeded Buffalo Gap, a 52-39 winner over Nelson County, in Friday's semifinal at Eastern Mennonite University. Game time is 8 p.m.. (Altivista Journal, VA)
Kurdish Defendants Find Support in Town's Clasp Feb 8, 2009
"These are men who were trying to do good things and who were good citizens and who were reaching out to needy people," said Michael Medley, an associate English professor at Harrisonburg's Eastern Mennonite University, who has helped drum up support for the defendants. "I just think local folks here, when they hear that, they get pretty upset.". (Yahoo News -- Kurdish Issues)
