This listing includes events for the fall semester at EMU. To see most current details, additional events and further information, please visit the events calendar at: 

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September

Sept. 5 — Convocation: Unlocking the Brain. John Almarode, professor of education at James Madison University, will help students and faculty learn studying hacks to improve academic performance. 10:15 a.m., Lehman Auditorium.

Sept. 5 — Bonfire and movie night. The Latinx Student Alliance hosts a bonfire movie night, featuring a screening of Selena with s’mores and Jarritos. 8 p.m., Discipleship Center/EMU Hill.

Sept. 12 — Student internship symposium. Computer science and engineering students will share about their internship experiences over the past spring and summer. 10:15-11:15 a.m., Suter Science Center 001.

Sept. 12 — Opening reception for Fleeting, a photography exhibition from Macson McGuigan ’17, visual media manager for EMU marketing & communications. The exhibition will remain on display until Oct. 3. 4 p.m., Margaret Martin Gehman Gallery (University Commons 179).

Sept. 17 — Convocation: How to College. Participants will learn essential insights in how to succeed in college. 10:15 a.m., University Commons Student Union.

Sept. 18 — BSA Movie Night. The Black Student Alliance and EMU Gospel Choir present a showing of the movie, “Let It Shine.” 8 p.m., MainStage Theater (University Commons 170). 

Sept. 19 — Suter Science Seminar: “Harnessing a One Health approach to investigate triatomine bugs, vectors of Chagas disease.” Jennifer K. Peterson, assistant professor of medical entomology at the University of Delaware, will share her research into the Chagas disease. 10:15 a.m., Suter Science Center 106.

Sept 22 — Tertulia. The EMU Language & Literature Department hosts a sing-along celebration with storytelling. Guests are encouraged to wear a jersey or traditional clothing that represents a Hispanic country to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month. 6:30 p.m., Old Common Grounds (University Commons 177).

Sept. 23 — Sabbatical Spotlight: Mary S. Sprunger. “You Can Run But You Can’t Hide: The Omnipresence of (Mennonite) History.” Sprunger, professor of history at EMU, presents on her sabbatical year, which was themed around the 500th anniversary of Anabaptism and included popular lectures and publications, scholarly articles and conferences, and a unique EMU Alumni and Friends Anabaptist heritage tour on gender and class. 12:10-1 p.m., Northlawn West Dining Room.

Sept. 23 — “The 1910 ‘Legal Lynching’ of Pink Barbour in Harrisonburg, Virginia.” Gianluca DeFazio, associate professor of justice studies at James Madison University, and Mark Metzler Sawin, professor of history at EMU, present on how Pink Barbour, a local Black man, was “legal lynched” via the court system, which allowed the state to legitimize violence against Black people. 5 p.m., Strite Conference Room (Campus Center 105).

Sept. 26 — Wind & Jazz Ensemble Concert. Join the musical ensembles for the first concert of the year! 7 p.m., Lehman Auditorium.

October

Fall Break for students is between Thursday, Oct. 16, and Sunday, Oct. 19. Classes resume on Oct. 20.

Oct. 1 — Peña Folklórica. The EMU Spanish Department invites guests to explore the music of the band Raymi, which will share traditional and modern Andean music and culture. 6:30 p.m., Martin Chapel, EMU Seminary Building.

Oct. 2 — David Berry Faculty Recital. Join Dr. David Berry, associate professor of music at EMU, for an evening of beloved piano tunes spanning the classical and jazz genres. 7 p.m., Martin Chapel, EMU Seminary Building.

Oct. 3 — Suter Science Seminar: “From Plant Genes to Retinal Neurons: A Genomic Journey in Research and Teaching.” Ray Enke, professor of biology at James Madison University, provides a behind-the-scenes look at his winding path through the world of epigenetics. 10:15 a.m., Suter Science Center 106.

Oct. 8 — Campus Worship: What is a Mennonite? In this 500th year of Anabaptism, some are pondering the question, “What is a Mennonite?” Join Troy Osborne, dean and associate professor of history and theological studies at Conrad Grebel University College in Waterloo, Ontario, for updated perspectives on this theme drawn from his book, Radicals and Reformer: A Survey of Global Anabaptist History. 10:15 a.m., Martin Chapel, EMU Seminary Building.

Oct. 8 — Keim History Lecture. Troy Osborne, dean and associate professor of history at Conrad Grebel University, will highlight key themes that appear in his recent Mennonite history text. The lecture will begin at 5 p.m., following a reception held in the upper level of Suter Science Center. 4:30 p.m., Suter Science Center 106. 

Oct. 10-12 — Homecoming 2025. Visit for a full listing of events. Various locations and times.

Oct. 10 — A Capella Celebration. Enjoy an evening of music with a special collaboration of local a capella groups. 7:30 p.m., Lehman Auditorium. Tickets are $10. Register in advance .

Oct. 11 — EMU TenTalks. EMU’s three alumni award winners—visionary artist and futurist Fabrice Guerrier MA ’15 (conflict transformation), organizer Brittany Caine-Conley ’14, and leader Jess King ’96—will share their stories for 10 minutes each with a Q&A at the end. 1:30 p.m., Martin Chapel, EMU Seminary Building.

Oct. 12 — The EMU Chamber Singers performs at a Homecoming Worship Service. 10 a.m., Martin Chapel, EMU Seminary Building.

Oct. 21 — Queer History Month keynote presentation: Chad Sager (aka Jayda Knight, Rhinestone Productions) and Chad Walters (IN2GR8ION). Join the co-creators behind two of the Valley’s most vibrant expressions of queer creativity and performance as they explore themes of identity, artistry, and community, as well as how drag and design can be powerful tools for storytelling, self-expression, and connection. 7:30 p.m., University Commons Student Union. 

Oct. 27 — Augsburger Lecture by Rev. Dr. Almeda Wright, associate professor of religious education at Yale Divinity School and author of Teaching to Live: Black Religion, Activist-Educators, and Radical Social Change (Oxford University Press, 2024). 7 p.m., MainStage Theater (University Commons 170). 

Oct. 28 — Sabbatical Spotlight and opening reception for Salt & Fury, a collection of paintings by Cyndi Gusler, professor of visual and communication arts at EMU. 4 p.m., Margaret Martin Gehman Gallery (University Commons 179).

Oct. 29 — Disability Awareness Month Convocation. Guest speaker Bailey Vincent, a deaf choreographer, dancer, director, and journalist whose art and advocacy invites us to reimagine access, storytelling, and belonging, serves as keynote speaker. 10:15 a.m., MainStage Theater (University Commons 170)

Oct. 30 — Student Recital I. The program includes a variety of pieces that music students have been working on in their private lessons. Bring a lunch and show your support. Halloween-themed reception to follow! 12:10-1 p.m., Lehman Auditorium. This event has been canceled.

November

Thanksgiving Break is between Wednesday, Nov. 26, and Sunday, Nov. 30. Classes resume on Monday, Dec. 1. 

Nov. 7 — Gala Concert. The EMU Music Department hosts its annual, ever-popular Gala Concert. 7 p.m., Lehman Auditorium.

Nov. 14 — Suter Science Seminar: “Life after Ice: Wildlife and Ecosystem Responses to Recent Glacier Loss in the High Tropical Andes.” Kelsey Reider, assistant professor of biology at James Madison University, will explore how tropical, high-elevation plant, microbe, and animal communities are responding to glacier loss, and the cascading effects of ice loss on downstream water resources. 10:15 a.m., Suter Science Center 106.

Nov. 23 — Joint Choir Concert. 8 p.m., University Commons Student Union.

December

Final exams are from Tuesday, Dec. 9, to Friday, Dec. 12. Residence halls close for winter break at noon on Saturday, Dec. 13, and reopen on Monday, Jan. 5, 2026. 

Dec. 3 — Christmas Stories & Song. Come celebrate and share the stories and songs of Christmas with the Faith and Spiritual Life team, student readers, and Benjamin Bergey leading singing. 10:15 a.m., Martin Chapel, EMU Seminary Building.

Dec. 4 — Student Recital II. Support EMU music students as they perform in the second student recital of the semester. 12:10-1 p.m., Lehman Auditorium.

Dec. 5 — Christmas Concert. Come celebrate the holidays with the Music Department! Featuring performances by the EMU Orchestra, Wind Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble, University Choir, and Chamber Singers, it’s sure to be an evening of joy and celebration. 7 p.m., Lehman Auditorium.

Dec. 9 — Convocation: Intercultural Sharing. Students who spent the fall in the EMU Washington Semester program will share their experiences. 10:15 a.m., University Commons Student Union.

Dec. 10 — Convocation: Student Recognition Ceremony. The campus community gathers to celebrate students for their accomplishments and achievements. 10:15 a.m., Lehman Auditorium.

More information

Arts at EMU To learn more about music, theater, and visual and communication arts at EMU, visit www.emu.edu/arts.

Center for Interfaith Engagement The Center for Interfaith Engagement (CIE) at ��ݮ���� promotes collaboration among religious and nonreligious scholars and practitioners, provides education in our principles and practices, and creates a safe space for developing authentic relationships and mutual understanding both between and within communities. CIE partners with people and organizations for interfaith education and service to promote a more just and peaceful world.

 Each year, a variety of expert scientists visit EMU’s campus to share their insights. Refreshments provided.

University Chapel A community gathering place for worship and forum, chapel reflects an Anabaptist/Mennonite perspective alongside the gifts, traditions and cultures of the broader Christian faith. Faith, hope and love are nurtured in the way of Jesus. Faculty, staff, students, and community members are invited to gather every other Wednesday at 10:15 a.m. for campus worship in Martin Chapel. A student-led song, prayer and worship service is held most Sunday evenings at 7 p.m. in University Commons Room 177 (Old Common Grounds). Podcasts available.

EMU News often publishes event previews. Visit to view latest postings or to subscribe to the news digest to receive the Tuesday morning weekly update.

January

Jan. 16 — The Queer Student Alliance (QSA) and Office of Faith and Spiritual Life (FSL) host a screening of the award-winning documentary “1946: The Mistranslation That Shifted Culture.” The “follows the story of tireless researchers who trace the origins of the anti-gay movement among Christians to a grave mistranslation of the Bible in 1946.” A talkback session follows the screening. 7 p.m., University Commons Room 177 (Old Common Grounds). 

Jan. 16 — Music Faculty Artist Series concert with the Ben Guerrero Quartet. This exciting, grooving and fun concert of funk fusion music features EMU music program faculty member and percussionist Ben Guerrero with Thaddeus Jackson on guitar, Brian Incheck on bass and Alex Watson on piano. 7 p.m., Lehman Auditorium.

Jan. 17 — Opening reception for artist , assistant professor of painting and drawing in the Department of Art and Art History at the University of Mary Washington. 4-5 p.m., Margaret Martin Gehman Gallery.

Jan. 19-20 — EMU hosts its annual Martin Luther King Jr. Celebration with a film screening of at 6 p.m. on Jan. 19 in the MainStage Theater, a unity march and Speak Out from 9:45 to 10:15 a.m. on Jan. 20 at the Black Lives Matter mural outside University Commons and a convocation on “Radical Truth-telling” from Jodie Geddes MA ’16 at 10:15 a.m. in Lehman Auditorium. A presentation on “Harrisonburg in the Jim Crow era” from EMU History Professor Mark Sawin will be at 1:30 p.m. on Jan. 20 in University Commons 176. View a full schedule of events here:

Jan. 21 — Sabbatical Spotlight: Laura A.G. Yoder, PhD, RN – professor of nursing at EMU. “Q’eqchi’  Mothers’ Health Needs and Strengths in the Greater Chichen Region of Alta Verapaz, Guatemala.” Dr. Yoder will share about a community health needs and strengths assessment conducted in the Greater Chichen region of Alta Verapaz, Guatemala, and ongoing work with the Community Cloud Forest Conservation to promote health and well-being for Q’eqchi’ women. 12:10 p.m., West Dining Room, Northlawn.

Jan. 21 — . Join the Shenandoah Valley Mennonite Historians for an evening of singing and storytelling representing lyrics and music from various local and regional Mennonite expressions through the years. 7 p.m., Park View Mennonite Church, 1600 College Ave, Harrisonburg.

Jan. 26 — Senior recital featuring Thaddeus Jackson. 7 p.m., Lehman Auditorium.

Jan. 27 — Concerto/Aria Competition. The two student-musicians who win this competition will earn coveted spots to perform with the EMU Orchestra during its spring Concerto/Aria Orchestra Concert on Saturday, April 25. 7 p.m., Lehman Auditorium.

Jan. 29 — Campus Worship: What is the Good Life? Dr. John D. Roth, project director of MennoMedia’s Anabaptism at 500 initiative, presents. 10:15 a.m., Martin Chapel.

Jan. 29 — 500th Anniversary Lecture: “They Went Out From Us, But They Were Not of Us.” Dr. John D. Roth’s talk focuses on the challenge of unity and schism across the 500 years of Anabaptist tradition. 7 p.m., Harrisonburg Mennonite Church, 1552 S. High St., Harrisonburg.

Jan. 30 — Anabaptism 1525/2025: Five Centuries, Five Lectures (1500s). As part of the , Dr. John D. Roth will present “Restoration or Renewal? Early Anabaptism and its Reformation Context” about Anabaptism in the 16th century. 7 p.m., Eastern Mennonite School Auditorium, 801 Parkwood Drive, Harrisonburg.

February

Feb. 6 — Anabaptism 1525/2025: (1600s). Dr. Mary Sprunger, professor of history at EMU, will present “Dutch Mennonites in the City and of the City” about Anabaptism in the 17th century. 7 p.m., Weavers Mennonite Church, 2501 Rawley Pike, Harrisonburg.

Feb. 10 — Screening of “El Cacao: The Challenge of Fair Trade.” This exposes the dark side of chocolate production in Latin America by examining the economics of fair trade from the point of view of indigenous farmers as they attempt to sustain their community through the growth, harvest, and trade of cacao beans in the global market. 6:30 p.m., Suter Science Center 106.

Feb. 13 — Anabaptism 1525/2025: (1700s). Elwood Yoder, historian and longtime Eastern Mennonite School teacher, will present “Farmers in Search of Land, Renewal, and Religious Freedom” about Anabaptism in the 18th century. 7 p.m., Weavers Mennonite Church, 2501 Rawley Pike, Harrisonburg.

Feb. 14 — Suter Science Seminar: Philip E. Zapanta, MD, FACS  – head and neck surgeon for Sovah Health – Danville, VA, and clinical associate professor of surgery at George Washington University School of Medicine and Health Sciences. “From Study Abroad to Scrubbed In: Life Lessons for Pre-Professional Health Science Students (and me).” Zapanta, a 1996 graduate of EMU, shares the importance of cross-cultural experiences, the application of “see one, do one, teach one” in professional growth, and the importance of incorporating values of service, humility, and lifelong learning into health care careers. 10:15 a.m., Suter Science Center 106.

Feb. 15 — High School Music Competition. The second annual competition, open to students in grades 9-12 and to all instruments, voice types and styles of music, returns to EMU. 9 a.m., Lehman Auditorium.

Feb. 20 — Anabaptism 1525/2025: (1800s). Caleb Schrock-Hurst, a member of the staff of the Virginia Mennonite Conference, presents “Migration, Modernization, and Mission” about Anabaptism in the 19th century. 7 p.m., Weavers Mennonite Church, 2501 Rawley Pike, Harrisonburg.

Feb. 21 — Opening reception for exhibition by longtime EMU Visual and Communication Arts (VACA) Professor Jerry Holsopple, who is retiring after this year. His exhibition will serve as a culmination showcasing the work he has made over the past couple decades, along with some new work. 4-5 p.m., Margaret Martin Gehman Gallery.

Feb. 21 — International Food Festival. The beloved annual event provides an opportunity for students, faculty and members of the surrounding community to share the great wonders of their respective cultures through food. 5:30 p.m., University Commons Hall of Nations.

Feb. 21 — Senior recital featuring vocalist Reah Clymer. 8 p.m., Martin Chapel.

Feb. 21-23 — Intercollegiate Peace Fellowship (ICPF) 2025 Conference. This student-led conference, which rotates among host institutions each year, brings together students and faculty from Mennonite, Brethren, and Quaker colleges across the U.S. and Canada to examine issues of peace and justice. The theme for the 2025 ICPF is “Building Solidarity: from Turtle Island to Palestine.” View a schedule of events here:

Feb. 27 — Anabaptism 1525/2025: (1900s). Dr. Andrew Suderman, associate professor in theology, peace and mission at EMU, presents “Anabaptism Today: Being Reminded of an Anabaptist Vision” about Anabaptism in the 20th century. 7 p.m., Martin Chapel. 

Feb. 27— Jazz Ensemble Concert. This performance is part of the Jazz, Justice, and Jordans event hosted by EMU’s Black Student Alliance. 7 p.m., University Commons Room 177 (Old Common Grounds).

Feb. 28 — Writers Read Author Series featuring Rachel Yoder, author of Nightbitch. Yoder’s debut novel, about an artist turned stay-at-home mom who becomes convinced she’s turning into a dog, was selected as an Indie Next Pick in August 2021 and was named a best book of the year by Esquire and Vulture. Yoder serves as assistant professor of screenwriting and cinema arts at the University of Iowa. A film adaptation of Nightbitch, starring Amy Adams, was released in December. 7:30 p.m., Martin Chapel.

March 

Spring Break for students is between Saturday, March 1, and Sunday, March 9. Classes resume on March 10.

March 1-6 — Chamber Singers spring break tour. The auditioned touring chamber choir performs at several locations around Lancaster, Pennsylvania, and Philadelphia before wrapping up its tour at The Music Room on Main in Orange, Virginia. View the tour schedule here:

March 13 — Music Student Spring Recital I. 12:10 p.m., Lehman Auditorium.

March 13 — Keim Lecture Series. presents on her book Pure America: Eugenics and the Making of Modern Virginia. 4:30 p.m., Suter Science Center 106.

March 14 — Suter Science Seminar: Susan Gaylord, PhD – research associate professor and director of the Integrative Medicine Program at the University of North Carolina; and Hongtao Li, PhD – assistant professor of biology at EMU. “Why Integrative Health Care?” This seminar will introduce the concept of Integrative Medicine, and why it’s essential to health care today. 10:15 a.m., Suter Science Center 106.

March 14 — Love, Joy, and Peace: A Choral Celebration! 7 p.m., Lehman Auditorium.

March 17 — Screening of “No Place to Grow.” This follows a group of Latinx farmers who find themselves representing a movement to save the last green space centered within a neighborhood facing gentrification in Santa Cruz, California. 6:30 p.m., Suter Science Center 106.

March 17 — Wind Ensemble Concert. 7 p.m., Lehman Auditorium.

March 18 — Sabbatical Spotlight: Kristopher Schmidt, PhD – professor of biology at EMU. “Deciphering Defences: Using Applied Genomics to Better Understand Innate Immunity in Caenorhabditis elegans.” Schmidt presents a case study showcasing how we have used genomic approaches to unravel the role of the cytoskeletal regulator unc-53/Nav2 in immunity. 12:10 p.m., West Dining Room, Northlawn.

March 20 — Writers Read Author Series featuring M.C. (Christine) Benner Dixon ’04, author of The Height of Land. Benner Dixon is a teacher, poet, editor, and novelist living in Pittsburgh who spent about 15 years in academia as a classroom teacher and scholar before launching her freelance editing and writing business. Her poetry and fiction has been described as tending toward “contemplative melancholy, with occasional detours into the strange and creepy.” Her debut novel The Height of Land “follows the quest of a young man in the distant future, torn between spiritual longing and commitment to his community’s survival in a harsh landscape (Goodreads)” and is scheduled to release in March 2025. 7:30 p.m., Martin Chapel. 

March 21 — President’s Town Hall. 10:05 a.m., Martin Chapel.

March 28-April 5 — EMU Theatre presents “On the Breath of God: The Life of Maria Skobtsova.” This world-premiere production created by EMU professors Jerry Holsopple and Justin Poole showcases the remarkable life of the Russian poet, saint and martyr Maria Skobtsova. This edgy, defiant, offbeat, twice-divorced, chain-smoking nun, who called Tolstoy and other intellectual giants her friends, broke many stereotypes. This is a musical featuring a chorus of female mystics who sing Celtic tunes to the accompaniment of a live band. 7 p.m. on March 28-29 and April 3-5, 2 p.m. on March 30. MainStage Theater.

April

April 2 — LovEMU Giving Day 2025. Show how much you love EMU with your generous support during the ninth annual . All day.

April 4 — Senior Show 1. Come see the final projects of the first group of senior VaCA students. 4-5 p.m., Margaret Martin Gehman Gallery.

April 5 — Sophomore recital featuring Rafael de Tablan. 3 p.m., Martin Chapel.

April 7 (rescheduled from Feb. 18) — Sabbatical Spotlight: Daniel Showalter, PhD – associate professor of mathematics at EMU. “Student Mental Health: What’s Going On, and Why Should We Care?” The professor will share what led him to focus on student mental health as well as his journey to better understand the network in place to support students in their well-being. 10:15 a.m., Suter Science Center Room 106.

April 11 — Wind Ensemble & University Choir Concert. 7 p.m., Lehman Auditorium.

April 12 — University Choir Concert. 7 p.m., Lehman Auditorium.

April 16-17 — Academic and Creative Excellence (ACE) Festival 2025. The campus-wide conference, which provides space to showcase academic and artistic achievements and engage in interdisciplinary conversation and learning, returns. David Williams, author of the 2024-25 EMU Common Read When the English Fall, serves as keynote speaker at 10:15 a.m. on April 16 in Lehman Auditorium. View a full schedule of ACE Festival events here:

April 17 — Senior Show 2 (during ACE Festival). Come see the final art projects of the second group of senior VaCA students. 4-5 p.m., Margaret Martin Gehman Gallery.

April 17 — Music Student Spring Recital II. 12:10 p.m., Lehman Auditorium.

April 23 — Jazz Ensemble Concert. 7 p.m., Lehman Auditorium.

April 25 — Concerto/Aria Concert. 7 p.m., Lehman Auditorium.

April 26-27 — Spring Concerts featuring all performing choirs of the (SVCC). 7 p.m., April 26; 4 p.m., April 27. Lehman Auditorium.

May

The 107th University Commencement is from 1-3 p.m. on Sunday, May 4, 2025. Commencement for the EMU Lancaster campus is Friday, May 9, 2025.

May 14-31 — Chamber Singers international tour. The choir sings at venues across Europe, including in the Netherlands, Germany and Switzerland, before concluding their tour with performances celebrating the 500-year anniversary of the birth of Anabaptism at Mennonite World Conference. View the tour schedule here:

More information

Arts at EMU To learn more about music, theater, and visual and communication arts at EMU, visit www.emu.edu/arts.

Center for Interfaith Engagement The Center for Interfaith Engagement (CIE) at ��ݮ���� promotes collaboration among religious and nonreligious scholars and practitioners, provides education in our principles and practices, and creates a safe space for developing authentic relationships and mutual understanding both between and within communities. CIE partners with people and organizations for interfaith education and service to promote a more just and peaceful world.

 Each year, a variety of expert scientists visit EMU’s campus to share their insights. Refreshments provided.

University Chapel A community gathering place for worship and forum, chapel reflects an Anabaptist/Mennonite perspective alongside the gifts, traditions and cultures of the broader Christian faith. Faith, hope and love are nurtured in the way of Jesus. Faculty, staff, students, and community members are invited to gather every other Wednesday at 10:15 a.m. for campus worship in Martin Chapel. A student-led song, prayer and worship service is held most Sunday evenings at 7 p.m. in University Commons Room 177 (Old Common Grounds). Podcasts available.

Writers Read and Spanish Language Film Series events sponsored by the language and literature department. Writers Read features authors who read from and comment on their work; refreshments are provided. Spanish language films will have English subtitles; introductions and student-led discussions are in English.

EMU News often publishes event previews. Visit  to view latest postings or to subscribe to the news digest to receive the Tuesday morning weekly update.

August

Classes for students begin on Tuesday, Aug. 27.

Aug. 28 — Opening Convocation and Worship. Join President Dr. Susan Schultz Huxman as we kick off another EMU year with the theme of “Running the Good Race.” 10:15-11:05 a.m., Lehman Auditorium. This event will be livestreamed on  page.  

September

Sept. 4 — Convocation: Unlocking the Brain. is a professor and bestselling author with a passion for helping others learn and study more effectively. This convocation unlocks the learning brain and decodes the research about how learning works into practices that enhance and accelerate our own learning journey. 10:15-11:05 a.m., Lehman Auditorium. This event will be livestreamed on  page.  

Sept. 6 — Suter Science Seminar: Morgan Heim. “Wild Heart: Bringing Empathy and Grace to Environmental Storytelling.” Heim is a wildlife photojournalist and filmmaker focusing on coexistence and how human-influenced environmental change impacts wildlife. She holds degrees in zoology and environmental journalism, which she draws upon in her search to find the beauty, humor and perseverance in wildlife stories. 10:15-11:15 a.m., Suter Science Center 106.

Sept. 6 — The Visual And Communication Arts (VACA) department hosts the first gallery opening of the year featuring widely acclaimed wildlife photographer Morgan Heim. 4-5 p.m., Margaret Martin Gehman Gallery. On display through Oct. 4.

Sept. 6-8 — Join the EMU Chamber Singers for a sing-through of the entire Voices Together hymnal. The three-day is a fundraiser for the choir, which will tour the Netherlands, Germany, and Switzerland in May 2025, wrapping up their tour at the 500-year Celebration of Anabaptism, where they have been selected as the performing choir from North America. 7-11 p.m., Friday, Sept. 6; 9 a.m.-9 p.m., Saturday, Sept. 7; noon until finished, Sunday, Sept. 8; Martin Chapel. 

Sept. 16 — Student Research Symposium. Biology and chemistry students have been busy this summer! Several students will share about their scholarly summer experiences, including presentations of their research. 4:15-6 p.m., Suter Science Center 106.

Sept. 17 — Sabbatical Spotlight: Paul J. Yoder. “Going to Thailand and the Library!” Paul will share highlights of a two-week Virginia Mennonite Missions experience in Thailand. He will also report on the scholarly writing that occupied the bulk of the semester. 12:10-1 p.m., Northlawn West Dining Room.

Sept. 18 — Convocation: Finding Common Ground in Common Grounds. A presidential election is on the horizon and times feel tense and divisive. Whether you are Republican, or Democrat, or something else entirely, gather for a facilitated process where we can each share and listen across the political divide. 10:15-11:05 a.m., Common Grounds Coffeehouse.

Sept. 23 — Verses & Vibes with Jessica Care Moore. A powerful evening of poetry with authors and recording artists Jessica Care Moore and Brad Walrond. 7 p.m., Student Union.

Sept. 26 — Royals Go Downtown. Rep your Royal pride while enjoying samples from Downtown Harrisonburg restaurants and participating in a parade. 5-8 p.m., Downtown Harrisonburg.

Sept. 27 — Wind & Jazz Ensemble Concert. 7-9 p.m., Lehman Auditorium.

October

Fall Break for students is between Wednesday, Oct. 16, and Sunday, Oct. 20. Classes resume on Oct. 21.

Oct. 2 — Convocation: Nonviolence Matters. Sarah Nahar, a nonviolent action trainer and interspiritual theologian, will talk about why nonviolence matters, especially in relation to EMU’s anabaptism roots, as she also explores the theory behind the practice. 10:15-11:05 a.m., Lehman Auditorium. This event will be livestreamed on  page.  

Oct. 11 — Art Gallery Opening, featuring alumni artists Rebecca Souder Gish ’09, Rhoda Miller ’03, and Jon Styer ’07. 4-5 p.m., Margaret Martin Gehman Gallery.

Oct. 11-13 — Homecoming and Family Weekend 2024. Visit for a full listing of events. 

Oct. 11-27 — EMU Theatre’s production of “The Lightning Thief: The Percy Jackson Musical.” A small cast of EMU students and community members play multiple roles in this epic rock musical version of Rick Riordan’s beloved young-adult novels about an under-achieving kid who discovers that he’s a demigod. 7 p.m., Oct. 11-12, Oct. 25-26; 2 p.m., Oct. 13, Oct. 26-27. All shows in Studio Theater.

Oct. 13 — The EMU Chamber Singers performs for Homecoming and Family Weekend 2024. 9:30 a.m., Park View Mennonite Church.

Oct. 14 — Convocation: Indigenous Peoples’ Day. 10:15-11:05 a.m., Lehman Auditorium.

Oct. 15 — Third annual Queer History Month keynote, featuring Annabeth Roeschley, executive director for Brethren Mennonite Council for Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender Interests. 7:30 p.m., Common Grounds.

Oct. 29 — Sabbatical Spotlight: Mark Sawin. “Other Voices, Other Rooms: Teaching America in Lithuania and Croatia.” EMU History Professor Dr. Mark Metzler Sawin will present the lessons learned during a year of teaching about and being a representative of the U.S. in Lithuania and Croatia. It will focus on difference in ideas and understandings about race, ethnicity, belonging, power, and agency in these racially homogeneous but ethnically fraught areas, through stories of his interactions with many remarkable students and colleagues. 12:10-1 p.m., Northlawn West Dining Room.

Oct. 30 — Convocation: Dia de los Muertos Celebration. Learn about and celebrate this Mexican holiday as we also remember family and friends who have passed. 10:15-11:05 a.m., Lehman Auditorium. This event will be livestreamed on  page.  

November

Thanksgiving Break is between Wednesday, Nov. 27, and Sunday, Dec. 1.

Nov. 1 — Suter Science Seminar: Kathryn Jacobsen. “Health Transitions Epidemiology and the Hepatitis A Paradox.” Jacobsen, professor in the Department of Health Studies at the University of Richmond, leads a talk explaining some of the methods that are used to study health transitions and will discuss the reasons why safe drinking water does not always lead immediately to reduced outbreaks of waterborne infectious diseases and improved community health. 10:15-11:15 a.m., Suter Science Center 106.

Nov. 7 —&�Բ�����;Augsburger Lecture Series: Felipe Hinojosa. Hinojosa is the John and Nancy Jackson Endowed Chair in Latin America and professor of history at Baylor University. His research focuses on the Latinx civil rights movement and religious politics in 20th century America. 7 p.m., Martin Chapel.

Nov. 8 — EMU Music Gala Concert: Arise. The ��ݮ���� Gala Concert has become one of the most exciting and unique annual concert events in the Valley. This year’s gala, themed Arise, celebrates the beauty of resilience in overcoming hardship and the joy and peace found in community. The concert will feature electrifying tap dance from guest artist Izaiah Montaque Harris, exciting jazz, beautiful singing, and the grand finale from one of the most powerful and moving musical masterworks of all time, Gustav Mahler’s “Resurrection” Symphony for chorus and orchestra. 7-9 p.m., Lehman Auditorium.

Nov. 13 — Convocation: Subtract. Hear from Leidy Klotz, author of Subtract, as he arms us with the science of less and empowers us to revolutionize our day-to-day lives and shift how we move through the world. 10:15-11:05 a.m., Lehman Auditorium. This event will be livestreamed on  page.  

Nov. 15 — Opening reception and live concert, featuring EMU music alum Joseph Harder and an exhibition of his photography. 4-5 p.m., Margaret Martin Gehman Gallery. Exhibition runs through Dec. 13. 

Nov. 17 — Fall Concert (Intermezzo & Concert Choirs with Shenandoah Valley Youth Symphony). 4 p.m., Lehman Auditorium. By donation.

Nov. 19 — Sabbatical Spotlight: Doug Graber Neufeld. “Exploring Our World with Geographic Information Systems: Water, Climate, and Salamanders.” Graber Neufeld is professor of biology at EMU and helps to direct the environmental science major. His research focuses on the environmental impacts of toxins and pollution on humans and the planet. 12:10-1 p.m., Northlawn West Dining Room.

Nov. 20 — EMU Joint Choir Concert. Join us for a fun concert, featuring three choirs of EMU: the University Choir, Chamber Singers, and Gospel Choir. Set in the more informal Student Union, grab a snack or drink at Common Grounds while you enjoy the choral offerings EMU has in store! 8 p.m., Student Union.

December

Residence halls close for winter break at noon on Saturday, Dec. 14, and reopen on Monday, Jan. 6, 2025. 

Dec. 2 — Sixth annual Lighting of the Green. Join the EMU community as Christmas carols are sung, delicious treats are enjoyed, and the lights adorning the Christmas tree at Thomas Plaza are switched on. 4:45 p.m., Front Lawn.

Dec. 6 — Let it Snow! – An EMU Christmas Concert. Join us for EMU Music’s second-ever Christmas concert: Let it Snow! Featuring EMU’s music ensembles and faculty, this special concert presents fun and beautiful holiday classics with a few surprises and special twists along the way. This is sure to be an enjoyable event for all ages. 7-9 p.m., Lehman Auditorium.

Dec. 10 — Convocation: Student Recognition Ceremony. Celebrate our amazing students and all the incredible ways they are leading with compassion and care. 10:10-10:50 a.m., Lehman Auditorium. This event will be livestreamed on  page.  

Dec. 14-15 — Shenandoah Valley Children’s Choir Christmas Concerts (all performing choirs). 7 p.m., Saturday, Dec. 14; 4 p.m., Sunday, Dec. 15, Lehman Auditorium. 

More information

Arts at EMU To learn more about music, theater, and visual and communication arts at EMU, visit www.emu.edu/arts.

Center for Interfaith Engagement The Center for Interfaith Engagement (CIE) at ��ݮ���� promotes collaboration among religious and nonreligious scholars and practitioners, provides education in our principles and practices, and creates a safe space for developing authentic relationships and mutual understanding both between and within communities. CIE partners with people and organizations for interfaith education and service to promote a more just and peaceful world.

 Each year, a variety of expert scientists visit EMU’s campus to share their insights. Refreshments provided.

University Chapel A community gathering place for worship and forum, chapel reflects an Anabaptist/Mennonite perspective alongside the gifts, traditions and cultures of the broader Christian faith. Faith, hope and love are nurtured in the way of Jesus. Faculty, staff, students, and community members are invited to gather every other Wednesday at 10:15 a.m. for campus worship in Martin Chapel. A student-led song, prayer and worship service is held most Sunday evenings from 8-9 p.m. in University Commons Room 177 (Old Common Grounds). Podcasts available.

Writers Reads and Spanish Language Film Series events sponsored by the language and literature department. Writers Read features authors who read from and comment on their work; refreshments are provided. Spanish language films will have English subtitles; introductions and student-led discussions are in English.

EMU News often publishes event previews. Visit  to view latest postings or to subscribe to the news digest to receive the  Tuesday morning weekly update.

Classes for students begin on Wednesday, Jan. 10.

January

Jan. 8-10 — Shalom Academy (formerly known as the School for Leadership Training). “Pursuing Community in a Divisive World.” Eastern Mennonite Seminary. Program schedule.

Jan. 9, 12 — Bonhoeffer: Cell 92. The groundbreaking multimedia performance on the life of the celebrated theologian, dissident and spy is back. 2 p.m., Jan. 9; 7 p.m., Jan. 12. MainStage Theater. $9 for general admission, $5 for students (purchase tickets at the MainStage Theater door before performances).

Jan. 10 — Opening Convocation and Worship. Join Provost Tynisha Willingham to launch the spring semester with Adam Russell Taylor, president of Sojourners and author of A More Perfect Union: A New Vision for Building the Beloved Community. There will be a prayerful send-off for the Guatemala-Cuba Intercultural Seminar group. 10:10-11 a.m., Lehman Auditorium. This event will be livestreamed on  page.  

Jan. 15 — Convocation: MLK Jr. Celebration. The Virginia Union University Gospel Choir performs a series of songs before being joined on stage by the EMU Chamber Singers. 2-3:30 p.m., Lehman Auditorium. The event is part of a three-day celebration honoring the civil rights leader. For more events, check out the schedule. This event will be livestreamed on  page.  

Jan. 17 — University Colloquium: Marci Frederick, director of libraries at EMU. “We Make Ours the Right Way: Communion Breadmaking and Use in Brethren Traditions.” 4-5 p.m., SSC 106. This event will be livestreamed on  page.   Canceled

Jan. 19 — Opening reception for EMU professor Anna Westfall’s art exhibition. 4-5 p.m., Margaret Martin Gehman Gallery.

Jan. 22 — Concerto Aria Competition. 7-9 p.m., Lehman Auditorium.

Jan 24 — Campus Worship: An Untidy Faith – . Join the author of An Untidy Faith: Journeying Back to the Joy of Following Jesus for honest conversations, thoughtful resources and gentle encouragement for when following Jesus gets messy. 10:10-11 a.m., Martin Chapel.
This event will be livestreamed on  page.

Jan. 25 — Albert N. Keim Lecture Series: Dr. Kristina Hook. Hook, assistant professor of conflict management at Kennesaw State University’s School of Conflict Management, Peacebuilding and Development, will speak on the topic of “Russia’s Full-Scale Invasion of Ukraine: Atrocity Crimes, Accountability, and Pursuing a Sustainable Just Peace.” 4-5 p.m., Campus Center, Room 105, Strite Conference Room.

Jan. 26-28 — Two Solos and a Duet: A Collaboration with EMU Theatre and Constellations Theatre Project (working title). Come experience the thrill of live theatre with three days of back-to-back intimate original performances in EMU’s MainStage Theater. Performances are $10 for general admission and $5 for students. Purchase tickets at the MainStage Theater door before performances.

• Jan. 26 — The Gospel Project: A Theatrical Journey through the Life of Jesus Christ. Created and performed by Justin Poole (actor) and Perry Blosser (musician). 7 p.m., MainStage Theater.
• Jan. 27 — The things I forgot. Written and performed by Ingrid DeSanctis and directed by Ben Lambert. 7 p.m., MainStage Theater.
• Jan. 28 — Cooking with a Small Arab Girl, A Workshop Performance. Written and performed by Aya Nassif and directed by Ingrid DeSanctis. 2 p.m., MainStage Theater.

Jan. 31 — Suter Science Seminar: EMU Chief Operating Officer Shawn Ramer, Ph. D. “Stories from the Intersection of Science, Technology, and Health Care.” Dr. Ramer will present several different case studies of his professional experience as a scientist and technologist in the health care industry. The talk will use real-life examples to illustrate the link between technology, science and health care, especially in the context of new drug development. 10:10 a.m., Suter Science Center Room 104. Canceled

February

Feb. 5 — “A Better World through Engineering Design” presented by Dr. Brent Cunningham, candidate for the engineering faculty position in the school of sciences, engineering, art and nursing. Cunningham holds a Ph.D. in Macromolecular Science & Engineering from Virginia Polytechnic & State University and a BS in Chemical Engineering from Purdue University. There will be time for a Q&A after the presentation. 4 p.m., SSC 104.

Feb. 5 — Movie & Talkback: Ricochet. The documentary feature film is about the trial of an undocumented immigrant, Jose Inés Garcia Zaraté, for the accidental shooting of a young woman, Kate Steinle on Pier 14 in San Francisco in July of 2015. 6:30-8:30pm, SSC 106.

Feb. 6 — Lecture event with noted Christian ethicist Dr. David P. Gushee. “Defending Democracy Against its Christian Enemies.” Surveying global politics and modern history, the author and editor will analyze how Christians have discarded their commitment to democracy and bought into authoritarianism. 6:30 p.m., Martin Chapel.

Feb. 14 — Suter Science Seminar: Eli Wenger, Ph. D., postdoctoral scholar at the University of Pennsylvania. “Mechanistic Enzymology as a Metaphor for Life.” Dr. Wenger will tell the story of how he deduced the mechanism of one member of an enzyme subclass, using it as a platform to share some general principles of kinetics and the techniques involved in mechanistic enzymology. 10:10 a.m., SSC 106.

Feb. 16 — Presentation from Hannah Daley, candidate for the chemistry faculty position in the School of Sciences, Engineering, Art and Nursing. “Decoding Methane: Navigating the Surprises in Natural Gas Emissions – Insights from Aircraft Analysis.” 3:30 a.m., SSC 104.

Hannah Daley graduated from EMU with a BS in Chemistry and Environmental Sustainability. Hannah is a current PhD student in Atmospheric and Oceanic Science at the University of Maryland. 

Feb. 21 — University Colloquium: Anna Westfall, associate professor of Visual and Communication Arts (VaCA). In Entropy is a mixed-media installation created to provide the viewer with a multisensory experience through an altered space. 4-5 p.m., SSC 106. Photographs of the installation and artist statement will be available on /vaca/gallery/home.

Feb. 23 — Opening reception for artist Stuart Landis and his exhibition of oil paintings. 4-5 p.m., MMG.

Feb. 23 — “A Night At The Movies” Wind Ensemble Concert. Disney, The Greatest Showman, Star Wars, AND MORE! Bring your favorite movie snacks and drinks, and enjoy the show! 7-9 p.m., Lehman Auditorium.

Feb. 27 — Augsburger Lecture Series: J. Kameron Carter. Religion Otherwise: A Lyric at the End of Time. Carter, professor of religious studies at the University of California, Irvine, is the author of RACE: A Theological Account and The Anarchy of Black Religion: A Mystic Song. 7-9 p.m., Martin Chapel.

Feb. 29 — Music Student Spring Recital. 12:10-1 p.m., Lehman Auditorium.

Feb. 29 — EMU Jazz Ensemble/Jazz Combo Concert. 7-9 p.m., Lehman Auditorium.

March

Spring Break for students is between Saturday, March 2, and Sunday, March 10. Classes resume on March 11.

March 13 — Suter Science Seminar: Nathan Derstine, Ph. D., “Sociality and the Evolution of Reproductive Signals in Bees.” Dr. Derstine will both describe his path toward a career in science and his recent research on the role and evolution of reproductive signals in bees. 10:10 a.m., SSC 104.

March 15 — Music Faculty Artist Series: David Berry. 7-9 p.m., Martin Chapel.

March 19-20 — Writers Read: Jocelyn Nicole Johnson. Johnson is the author of My Monticello (2021), a collection of five short stories and a novella, which was a finalist for the Kirkus Prize for Fiction. 7 p.m., March 19, Martin Chapel. 10:10 a.m., March 20, Lehman Auditorium.

March 20 — University Colloquium: Carol Hurst. “Love & Duty in the Final Chapter: Experiences of Home-Based Caring for Family Elders.” Dr. Hurst, associate professor of social work at EMU, will present results of a qualitative inquiry exploring home-based caregiving experiences for family elders. 4-5 p.m., SSC 106. This event will be livestreamed on .

March 21 — Music Faculty Artist Series: Benjamin Guerrero, percussion, and Kyle Remnant, trombone. 7-9 p.m., Martin Chapel.

March 28 — Music Faculty Artist Series: Amanda Gookin, cello. 7-9 p.m., Martin Chapel.

April

April 5 — EMU Senior Art Exhibition No. 1. Come see the final projects of the first group of senior VaCA students. 4-5 p.m., MMG.

April 5-14 — The Little Mermaid performances. Directed by Justin Poole with music direction by Kyle Remnant. See your favorite characters and songs come to life like never before in this epic musical theatre production that uses found objects, puppetry, and a cast of EMU students and community members. 7 p.m., Friday, April 5; 2 p.m., Saturday, April 6; 7 p.m., Sunday, April 7; 10 a.m., Monday, April 8; 10 a.m., Tuesday, April 9; 7 p.m., Thursday, April 11; 7 p.m., Friday, April 12; 7 p.m., Saturday, April 13; 2 p.m., Sunday, April 14. MainStage Theater.

April 6-7 — Spring Concerts from Shenandoah Valley Children’s Choir. 7 p.m., April 6; 4 p.m., April 7. Lehman Auditorium. Tickets go on sale on Feb. 26.

April 17 — Convocation: ACE (Academic and Creative Excellence) Festival Keynote. Two Truths and Three Lies About Hope and Humanity. The keynote features , one of the authors of The Book of Hope, EMU’s 2023-24 Common Read. 10:10-11 a.m., Lehman Auditorium. Abrams will follow up his keynote address with a question-and-answer session with the audience from 11 to 11:30 a.m. This event will be livestreamed on  page.  

April 18 — Music Student Spring Recital. 12-12:50 p.m., Lehman Auditorium.

April 18 — EMU Senior Art Exhibition No. 2. Come see the final art projects of the second group of senior VaCA students. 4-5 p.m., MMG.

April 18 — Wind Ensemble Concert. 7-9 p.m., Lehman Auditorium.

April 19 — University Choir Concert. 7-9 p.m., Lehman Auditorium.

April 20 — Concerto Aria Orchestra Concert. 7-9 p.m., Lehman Auditorium.

April 25 — EMU Jazz Ensemble/Jazz Combo Concert. 7-9 p.m., Lehman Auditorium.

April 28 — EMU Chamber Singers spring concert. 7-9 p.m., Parkview Mennonite Church.

The 106th University Commencement is from 1 to 3 p.m. on Sunday, May 5.

EMU News often publishes event previews. Visit  to view the latest postings or to subscribe to the news digest to receive the Tuesday morning weekly update.

November 2023

Nov. 1 — Suter Science Seminar: Ángel A. García Jr. “Using Karst as a Central Theme to Establish Multidisciplinary Research Around the World.” Dr. Garcia is a geoscientist interested in using cave and karst science to study the intersection between society and karst terrain around the world. In this talk, he will be discussing current research related to cave and karst in Virginia and Puerto Rico and other parts of the world. 10:10 a.m., SSC 104.

Nov. 3-5 — This and That Theater Showcases. Student and community artists share one-act plays, monologues, song, poetry, spoken word and solo pieces. Friday and Saturday at 7 p.m., Sunday at 2 p.m., MainStage Theater.

Nov. 5 — Massanutten Brass Band. Join the Shenandoah Valley’s very own British-style brass band in concert as they present Old, New, Borrowed, Blue! This concert features pieces by Shostakovich, Gershwin, Graham, and more! 6 p.m., Lehman Auditorium.

Nov. 6 — STEM Teaching Gathering. “Lessons Learned from 24 Years in Education” from Brian Nussbaum. This session will highlight three significant transformations in thinking that have influenced Brian’s approach to teaching and share the importance of how learning from failure can be the most important rule as an educator. 10:10 a.m., SSC 109.

Nov. 8 — Convocation: Celebrating EMU’s Mennonite Identity. A panel of students, faculty and staff will discuss what it means to be a Mennonite university today. There will also be music performances and singing. 10:10 a.m., Lehman Auditorium.

Nov. 10 —&�Բ�����;EMU Music 2023 Gala. Together. This special concert celebrating connectedness and community across the globe will feature dance, poetry, world music, the world premiere of two new compositions, and the beloved “Ode to Joy” movement from Beethoven’s Symphony No. 9. There will be special performances by guest artists Paula Facci, Andreá Bellamore, Makinto as well as all EMU music program ensembles. 7 p.m., Lehman Auditorium. Suggested donation $10-$20.

Nov. 15 — University Colloquium: Cathy Rittenhouse. “Improving Chlamydia and Gonorrhea Test Utilization on a College Campus.” For students to succeed in their educational endeavors, it is essential for colleges to work to meet health needs. Measures that raise awareness about sexually-transmitted infections and reduce barriers to testing are steps in this direction. 4 p.m., SSC 106.

Nov. 17-Dec. 15 — Dittenber/Schram Art Exhibition, featuring the art of Asheville, North Carolina, artists Suzanne Dittenber and Thomas Schram. Gallery opening 4 p.m. Nov. 17, MMG Gallery.

Nov. 18 — Music Faculty Artist Series Recital: Olivia Rominiyi, voice, and Jeremiah Padilla, piano. This recital features EMU faculty members Rominiyi (soprano) and Padilla (piano) performing music of Smith Moore, Clara Schumann, Tchaikovsky, Menotti, Rossini, Price, Lane and Puccini. 7 p.m., Martin Chapel.

Nov. 19 — Shenandoah Valley Children’s Choir and Shenandoah Valley Youth Symphony joint fall concert. 4 p.m., Lehman Auditorium. By donation.

Nov. 29 — Convocation: Insights and Stories from Howard Zehr, featuring an interview with Howard Zehr about his new book, . 10:10 a.m., Lehman Auditorium.

Nov. 30 — EMU Music Program Student Recital. This final student recital of the semester showcases solo performances by EMU music students. 12:10 p.m., Lehman Auditorium.

December 2023

Dec. 1 — Tis’ the Season: An EMU Christmas Concert. A special fun-filled Christmas event, this concert featuring performances by all EMU ensembles and several EMU faculty members will include music ranging from timeless Christmas jazz favorites to the “Hallelujah” chorus from Handel’s Messiah. 7 p.m., Lehman Auditorium.

Dec. 2 — Senior Recital: Judith Hoffman, violin. Senior music education major Judith Hoffman presents her senior violin recital with EMU faculty pianist Jeremiah Padilla. 7 p.m., Martin Chapel.

Dec. 4 — Caroling Christmas: Narrating Nativity. This gathering immediately after the Lighting of the Green, in the warmth of the Student Union, features Christmas caroling and one of the biblical stories of Jesus’ birth. 5:30 p.m., University Commons Student Union.

Dec. 7 — Senior Recital: Indigo Gott, flute. Senior Interdisciplinary music major Indigo Gott will present their senior recital featuring special guest collaborators from across the EMU music program. 7 p.m., Martin Chapel. 

Dec. 9-10 — Shenandoah Valley Children’s Choir Christmas Concert with the Washington Symphonic Brass. Saturday at 7 p.m., Sunday at 4 p.m. Lehman Auditorium. Tickets

Dec. 10 — Conducting Class Recital: Recollections. EMU Music conducting class students present their end-of-the-semester recital, featuring an eclectic mix of their own chamber music arrangements. 7 p.m., Martin Chapel.

Dec. 14 — Convocation: Europe Intercultural. The Europe Intercultural group shares about their travels to Vienna, Austria, and areas that were once under the rule of the Hapsburg Empire. 10:10 a.m., Lehman Auditorium.

MMG Gallery = Margaret Martin Gehman Gallery

SSC = Suter Science Center

More information

Arts at EMU To learn more about music, theater, and visual and communication arts at EMU, visit www.emu.edu/arts.

Center for Interfaith Engagement The Center for Interfaith Engagement (CIE) at ��ݮ���� promotes collaboration among religious and nonreligious scholars and practitioners, provides education in our principles and practices, and creates a safe space for developing authentic relationships and mutual understanding both between and within communities. CIE partners with people and organizations for interfaith education and service to promote a more just and peaceful world.

 Each year, a variety of expert scientists visit EMU’s campus to share their insights. Refreshments provided.

University Chapel A community gathering place for worship and forum, chapel reflects an Anabaptist/Mennonite perspective alongside the gifts, traditions and cultures of the broader Christian faith. Faith, hope and love are nurtured in the way of Jesus. Faculty, staff, students, and community members are invited to gather every other Wednesday at 10 a.m. for campus worship in Martin Chapel. A student-led song, prayer and worship service is held most Sunday evenings at 9 p.m. in Martin Chapel. Podcasts available.

Writers Reads and Spanish Language Film Series events sponsored by the language and literature department. Writers Read features authors who read from and comment on their work; refreshments are provided. Spanish language films will have English subtitles; introductions and student-led discussions are in English.