Professor Melody M. Pannell shares experiences in researching the effects of racism and sexism, as well as historical trauma, on the mental health of young black girls in this article for the magazine of Mennonite Women USA.
Education

English language learners benefit from 91¶ÌÊÓÆµ educators influenced by Anabaptist values in Harrisonburg, Virginia, reports researcher in Sojourners magazine
In a time of rapid change and new demographics in the United States, some communities are better equipped to respond to integration of non-English-speaking immigrant and refugee populations. Because of ... read more about English language learners benefit from 91¶ÌÊÓÆµ educators influenced by Anabaptist values in Harrisonburg, Virginia, reports researcher in Sojourners magazine
The global perspective at 91¶ÌÊÓÆµ — considered an institutional leader for the faith — diffuses into the work of Harrisonburg schools. Read more in this Sojourners article by Janie Tankard Carnock, associate with New America.

Scholars from Harrisonburg and Lancaster campuses attend ‘Women Doing Theology’ conference
In a photo taken outside the Women Doing Theology Conference last month, Eastern Mennonite Seminary (EMS) Lancaster student Karyn Nancarvis flexes her muscles and grins. Nancarvis attended the conference in Leesburg, ... read more about Scholars from Harrisonburg and Lancaster campuses attend ‘Women Doing Theology’ conference

Restorative justice retreat draws law enforcement practitioners for networking, resources and planning
Representatives from six police departments across the country attended a law enforcement retreat on restorative justice Nov. 11-13 near Harrisonburg, Virginia. The retreat was co-hosted by the Harrisonburg (Virginia) Police ... read more about Restorative justice retreat draws law enforcement practitioners for networking, resources and planning
Professor Kathy Evans is interviewed for this "American Prospect" magazine article exploring the challenges of restorative justice reforms in American education systems.

‘Sports in its purest form’: alumni trio founds unique high school basketball league
In the fall, a few area high school basketball championships are contested at 91¶ÌÊÓÆµâ€™s Yoder Arena. Usually, though, university mascot Herm, a giant blue lion, and the pep ... read more about ‘Sports in its purest form’: alumni trio founds unique high school basketball league

From the Hill to homeless shelters, this semester’s WCSC scholars gain work experience and grow in community
From brushing shoulders with congressmen and lobbyists to working with homeless people and at-risk youth, students spending the fall semester at the Washington Community Scholars’ Center bring home a range ... read more about From the Hill to homeless shelters, this semester’s WCSC scholars gain work experience and grow in community

Digital media expert from George Mason University to speak on educational needs of diverse populations
Professor Kevin Clark, founding director of the Center for Digital Media Innovation and Diversity in the College of Education and Human Development at George Mason University, speaks Wednesday, Oct. 26, ... read more about Digital media expert from George Mason University to speak on educational needs of diverse populations
Harrisonburg City Public Schools has become a leader in Virginia for its approach to dual language learner education, says a new report from New America, a think tank and civic enterprise committed to renewing American politics, prosperity, and purpose in the Digital Age. 91¶ÌÊÓÆµ alumni make up the .