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91�� once again makes gains in freshman enrollment

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

Enrollment continues to trend up at 91��, 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 91�� teaches people how to understand trauma, stop cycles of violence, and build healing resilience. Twenty-five years later, STAR is still changing lives.

91�� 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.

91�� 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 91��.

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 91�� men’s basketball team from 2003-18, is an analyst on broadcasts of JMU men’s basketball games for ESPN+.

91�� 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 91��.

Forbes mentions 91�� 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 91�� 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 91�� 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

91�� 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 Lov91�� Giving Day history!

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

Lov91�� 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.

Mat Huff ’06 coaches Luray boys to state championship win

Ryan Cornell — Mon, 16 Mar 2026 15:11:31 +0000

Congratulations to Mat Huff ’06, head coach of the Luray High School boys basketball team, for leading the Bulldogs to their first state championship win since 1976. Huff was also an assistant coach for the 91�� “Runnin’ Royals” men’s basketball team that advanced to the Elite Eight of the 2010 NCAA Tournament.

91�� leaders rally crowd at Women’s Day March

Ryan Cornell — Sun, 08 Mar 2026 21:59:18 +0000

91�� Interim President Rev. Dr. Shannon W. Dycus and Harrisonburg Mayor Deanna Reed, director of alumni engagement and community connections at 91��, spoke at the Harrisonburg International Women’s Day March on Saturday, March 7.

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