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�� president, evangelist dies at 97

Ryan Cornell — Wed, 21 Oct 2026 13:51:31 +0000

Myron S. Augsburger, college president, evangelist, theologian, pastor and author, recognized nationally for his ecumenical influence and passion for gospel-centered peacemaking, died Oct. 15 at the age of 97.

Well-known local actors to perform Samuel Beckett’s ‘Endgame’ at ��

Ryan Cornell — Wed, 21 Oct 2026 13:41:06 +0000

Two well-known members of the local theater community are coming together to star in a production of Samuel Beckett’s “Endgame” this weekend at ��.

�� once again makes gains in freshman enrollment

Ryan Cornell — Fri, 25 Sep 2026 15:44:20 +0000

Enrollment continues to trend up at ��, with the school continuing to grow on its Harrisonburg and Lancaster, Pa., campuses.

Twenty-five years after Sept. 11 attacks, STAR program still shines

Ryan Cornell — Fri, 11 Sep 2026 20:53:40 +0000

Strategies for Trauma Awareness and Resilience (STAR) emerged from the ashes of Sept. 11, when hundreds of millions of people were grieving over the deaths and destruction caused by the attacks. The evidence-based training program offered by �� teaches people how to understand trauma, stop cycles of violence, and build healing resilience. Twenty-five years later, STAR is still changing lives.

�� alumnae receive 2026 Dock Alumni of the Year awards

Ryan Cornell — Thu, 27 Aug 2026 15:21:21 +0000

Congratulations to Sally Landis Derstine ’82 and Kate Landis ’24, recipients of Dock Mennonite Academy’s 2026 Alumni of the Year awards. Derstine received the Outstanding Achievement award, while Landis was named Young Alum of the Year.

�� alumni named to leadership roles in Harrisonburg schools

Ryan Cornell — Thu, 06 Aug 2026 18:35:09 +0000

Harrisonburg City Public Schools recently announced three alumni among its new leaders for the 2026-27 school year: Phillip Mark Mace ’90, athletic director at Rocktown High School; Isaiah Dottin-Carter MA ’22, dean of students at Skyline Middle School; and Sharon Salinas GC ’26, assistant director of human resources for Harrisonburg City Public Schools.

Alumnus joins App State as associate AD

Ryan Cornell — Mon, 22 Jun 2026 13:00:00 +0000

Dr. Parker Leap ’15 has been hired as associate athletics director for sport psychology and mental wellness at Appalachian State University. A former Royals soccer forward, Leap earned his bachelor’s degree in psychology from ��.

Former basketball coach in new role with ESPN+

Ryan Cornell — Mon, 15 Jun 2026 13:00:00 +0000

Kirby Dean ’92, head coach of the �� men’s basketball team from 2003-18, is an analyst on broadcasts of JMU men’s basketball games for ESPN+.

�� partners with Eunoia Theatre for Shakespeare discussion group

Ryan Cornell — Thu, 04 Jun 2026 18:50:00 +0000

The free “Wit & Wisdom” program, designed for adults age 50 and older, invites community members of all experience levels to explore the works and worlds of William Shakespeare. The weekly sessions are held Sundays from 3 to 5 p.m. at Old Common Grounds (University Commons 177) at ��.

Forbes mentions �� in ‘Best Places to Retire’ list

Ryan Cornell — Mon, 11 May 2026 18:00:00 +0000

Forbes included Harrisonburg on its list of the top 25 places to retire in 2026, describing it as a “charming Shenandoah Valley college town” home to �� and James Madison University.

Nursing alumna honored with DAISY Award from UVA Health

Ryan Cornell — Mon, 27 Apr 2026 14:00:18 +0000

Brittany Scott ’19, an �� nursing alumna at UVA Health Cancer Care Augusta, has been honored with a DAISY Award. The award recognizes the “extraordinary nursing care” she provided to a patient at the infusion center and her “true advocacy, critical thinking, compassion, and a commitment to seeing the whole person, not just the symptoms,” a nomination says.

“Brittany Scott’s actions changed the trajectory of this patient’s life and exemplify the very heart of the DAISY Award,” it adds.

DMin student’s adult education initiative builds a culture of nonviolence

Ryan Cornell — Wed, 22 Apr 2026 14:34:30 +0000

The Rev. Angelo Mante, a graduate student in Eastern Mennonite Seminary’s Doctor of Ministry program, serves as co-founder and executive director of . The Fort Wayne, Indiana-based organization cultivates a community of nonviolence through relationships and education and was recently featured on 89.1 WBOI, a National Public Radio member station.

‘The Winter’s Tale: A Musical Adaptation’ now playing

Ryan Cornell — Fri, 10 Apr 2026 13:28:58 +0000

�� Theatre’s production of “The Winter’s Tale: A Musical Adaptation” opened at the Lee Eshleman Studio Theater on Thursday and runs through Sunday, April 12. Get your tickets at before they’re gone!

WATCH NOW: Become a part of Lov�� Giving Day history!

Ryan Cornell — Mon, 30 Mar 2026 19:06:02 +0000

Lov�� Giving Day is Wednesday, April 1. Join us on campus and at to make this year’s giving day the best one yet for our staff, our faculty, our students, and…for the record!

Alum column: ‘Dignity is the only way’

Ryan Cornell — Thu, 26 Mar 2026 02:00:00 +0000

Peter Sensenig ’05 writes in Anabaptist World about interfaith engagement against the backdrop of the war on Iran.

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