“The Church in Black and White” virtual conference on Saturday challenged Mennonite and Brethren institutions to address systemic racism within their organizations and themselves. The messages shared were particularly relevant …
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West Coast fires impact EMU students’ home states
Nearing the end of fire season, Washington, Oregon and California are all experiencing record-setting blazes. As wildfires encroach on towns and neighborhoods and citizens are evacuated, EMU students with homes …
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Sadie Hartzler Library makes changes to stay open
For years, Sadie Hartzler and other libraries have been striving to become “third places”, communities apart from the home or workplace, where people are able to use the space freely, …
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JMU sends students home amidst growing case numbers
On Aug. 21, JMU’s student population eagerly flocked to Harrisonburg once more, ready to begin a unique semester. They filled the streets, roads, and localities with an energy that had …
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CAC hosts welcoming events, students reflect
“Check your emails!!!” That was the advice of Tyler Goss, the planner of the “fun stuff on campus” and the Residence Director of Cedarwood. Friday, Sept. 4th, EMU held a …
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EMU delays move-in for two weeks, met with frustration
“I remember receiving the email while I was in the middle of packing up to move in the following morning,” senior Douglas Nester said about the decision administration made to …
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VACA Seniors have to adjust to a virtual art gallery opening
After spring break, the class of 2020 in EMU’s Visual and Communication Arts department were just beginning to plan their senior art show. This particular show was anticipated to have …
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EMU’s Trivia Nights live on online
The long held tradition of Trivia Night was not abandoned due to coronavirus. On Tuesday, 75 students used Zoom to participate in a fun-filled night of tough questions. Just before …
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Sunbeams & Stormclouds 4/9/20
Sunbeams As the pandemic progresses, the meme content has gotten better and better. In times of struggle, the memes are always there—hello darkness, my old friend. Easter Break is this …
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Sunbeams & Stormclouds 4/2/20
Sunbeams As of writing, 45 states are observing some form of Shelter-in-Place practices. Just think of it as not only keeping yourself safe, but also making your dog’s dreams come …