Eastern Mennonite University
Bachelor degree
Accounting | |
The major in accounting prepares students for a career in public accounting. Virginia requires 150 semester hours to sit for the CPA exam. Consequently most graduates do not qualify to write the exam until they finish more courses.
The accounting major consists of the core courses plus the following... |
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Eastern Mennonite University
Bachelor degree
Art | |
The art major provides a solid foundation for students who will pursue professional art-related careers, independent studio work and graduate work in art. Studio art and art history courses develop visual, technical skills and critical thinking abilities used in making art.
Additional art opportunities... |
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Eastern Mennonite University
Bachelor degree
Biblical Studies | |
The Biblical Studies curriculum provides a foundation in biblical studies with a focus on methods of Bible study for the student anticipating graduate-level seminary study. Students receive extensive exposure to theological topics and to contemporary issues of biblical interpretation and the meaning... |
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Eastern Mennonite University
Bachelor degree
Biochemistry | |
Some of the most dramatic scientific advances in recent years have been in our understanding of the biochemistry of living organisms. For instance, the phenomenal advances in molecular biology have opened door to a wide range of biomedical and agricultural applications that were not imagined several... |
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Eastern Mennonite University
Bachelor degree
Business Administration | |
The major in business administration provides a general background for people entering a career in business. Job opportunities include management, sales, banking, production supervision, program management and other positions requiring skills in leadership, planning, organizing and implementation. |
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Eastern Mennonite University
Bachelor degree
Chemistry | |
EMU's chemistry curriculum is designed to provide a solid foundation in the major areas of chemistry ” organic, inorganic, analytical, physical and biological chemistry.
An additional aim is to provide the opportunity for research experience for the student majoring in chemistry.
Thus, EMU chemistry... |
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Eastern Mennonite University
Bachelor degree
Chemistry Education | |
Secondary science educators are some of the most sought-after professionals on the job market today. EMU‘s program in chemistry with secondary education licensure prepares students to be both well-prepared chemists, and outstanding educators.
Students in this program take all the requirements needed... |
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Eastern Mennonite University
Bachelor degree
Clinical Laboratory Sciences | |
Individuals who want to team with other health care workers in a challenging health field should consider clinical laboratory sciences.
The focus of a clinical laboratory scientist or technologist is to assist physicians and other health care professionals by providing the diagnostic information that... |
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Eastern Mennonite University
Bachelor degree
Communication | |
The communication major offers students a broad group of core courses along with the foundational courses in a variety of electronic media, writing and theory courses. The major in communication consists of 50 semester hours. |
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Eastern Mennonite University
Bachelor degree
Computer Science | |
Mission
EMU‘s computer science program seeks to produce skilled computing professionals with a respect for the cultural and social impact of computing technologies in our modern global community.
Computer science has traditionally focused on finding new and more effective ways to use computers, but... |
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Eastern Mennonite University
Bachelor degree
Congregational and Youth Ministries | |
The major prepares students to answer Christ‘s call to ministry within congregations in the context of rapidly changing, pluralistic and diverse Western culture. The major prepares students for service in fields such as youth ministries, urban missions, and congregational leadership, and is also a foundation... |
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Eastern Mennonite University
Bachelor degree
Culture, Religion and Mission | |
This major is designed to prepare students for a career in missions and service either within contemporary Western culture or cross-culturally, or as the foundation for graduate studies in fields such as anthropology, religious studies or missiology. The program includes the study of contemporary cultures,... |
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Eastern Mennonite University
Bachelor degree
Digital Media | |
The digital media major focuses on the intersection of the internet, digital video, audio and photography within an increasing array of delivery systems.
Eastern Mennonite University offers one of the few digital media majors at a Christian college. Our unique program emphasizes proficiency in the... |
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Eastern Mennonite University
Bachelor degree
Economics | |
Understanding economics is important for anyone curious about wealth and poverty, financial events in the media, government programs and policies, and the structure of society. As one of the classical disciplines, economics examines many of society‘s most fundamental and controversial issues. As an integral... |
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Eastern Mennonite University
Bachelor degree
English | |
The English major at Eastern Mennonite University includes literature, writing, English language, and dramatic arts. The major focuses on important authors, texts, and genres in the Anglophone tradition while challenging students to read and interpret beyond nationalist traditions to larger global literary... |
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Eastern Mennonite University
Bachelor degree
English Education | |
This program will prepare students to teach English by instructing them in the standards of the National Council of Teachers of English (NCTE). |
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Eastern Mennonite University
Bachelor degree
Environmental Science | |
We believe Christians have a unique opportunity to respond to the many environmental issues facing people locally and around the world. Environmental problems such as ecological degradation, species conservation, pollution, and climate change are likely to represent major challenges to humanity in the... |
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Eastern Mennonite University
Bachelor degree
Environmental Sustainability | |
Biology, sociology and peacebuilding professors work closely together to offer programs of study that focus on forward-thinking sustainability practices. Students select from two tracks of study within an environmental sustainability major:
the environmental science track, focused on "traditional"... |
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Eastern Mennonite University
Bachelor degree
History | |
At EMU, a small Christian liberal arts college dedicated to Anabaptist and Mennonite values of peacebuilding and service, we approach the subject of history with a global viewpoint, one that transcends national boundaries and shows our need for one another. We stress a social history approach, with a... |
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Eastern Mennonite University
Bachelor degree
International Business | |
The major in international business is designed to prepare students for a management career in the international environment. This 60 SH major is grounded in an interdisciplinary approach in which the understanding of social structure, language, religion, and culture - in addition to a wide range of... |
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Eastern Mennonite University
Bachelor degree
Liberal Arts | |
A major in liberal arts at EMU can enrich any occupation or path in life. Study at EMU here in the context of a community commited to service to others, peacebuilding and sustainability.
Students who choose liberal arts generally:
concentrate on a field of study -- like history or English, for example... |
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Eastern Mennonite University
Bachelor degree
Mathematics | |
Mathematics is the language of problem solving. It is at the heart of all science and technology (applied mathematics) but it is also a beautiful logic all of its own (pure mathematics). The two most important questions you should ask yourself are:
1. Do I find solving a math problem challenging... |
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Eastern Mennonite University
Bachelor degree
Music | |
A bachelor of arts in music degree from EMU prepares graduates to be responsible and independent musicians in music education, in performance, in graduate school, in church music, and in other music-related professions.
Courses and Curriculum
The programs of EMU's music department are widely known and... |
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Eastern Mennonite University
Bachelor degree
Nursing | |
EMU nursing grads are generalists who function in a variety of settings with a focus on individuals, families or groups of clients. Teaching faculty provide students with knowledge as well as compassion and empathy.
Approved by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education, EMU's respected nursing... |
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Eastern Mennonite University
Bachelor degree
Outdoor Ministry and Adventure Leadership | |
Experience that builds on your faith
The major in Outdoor Ministry and Adventure Leadership develops leaders who help people to grow personally and spiritually using the outdoors as a context, and experiential and adventure activities as the means. Students in this major learn leadership skills like... |
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Eastern Mennonite University
Bachelor degree
Peacebuilding and Development | |
Students in this program -- a combination of the former "justice, peace and conflict studies" major and the "applied sociology" major -- join theoretical study with the practice of peacebuilding and sustainable development. Studies are geared toward intentional social change around issues of conflict,... |
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Eastern Mennonite University
Bachelor degree
Philosophy and Theology | |
The philosophy and theology major is for students with special interests in these fields. It is designed to be foundational for further study in graduate school or as a complement to other academic disciplines. This major requires 27 semester hours of theology, biblical studies, and religion courses,... |
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Eastern Mennonite University
Bachelor degree
Photography | |
Eastern Mennonite University offers one of the only photography majors at a Christian college. Our unique program emphasizes proficiency in the digital arena (with an introduction to traditional darkroom techniques). Students learn studio/field practices, study visual theory, and engage the community... |
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Eastern Mennonite University
Bachelor degree
Pre-Professional Health Sciences | |
Biology majors interested in biomedicine enroll in PPHS, designed for students interested in medicine, dentistry, veterinary medicine, physical therapy, exercise physiology, occupational therapy, optometry, podiatry, osteopathy, or graduate education and research in any area of biomedicine. Because graduate... |
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Eastern Mennonite University
Bachelor degree
Psychology | |
Grapple with these questions in a program of study in psychology at EMU, a small Christian liberal arts college steeped in the peace tradition of the Mennonite church and committed to sustainability, service to others and peacebuilding.
During your study at EMU you'll investigate human behavior with... |
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Eastern Mennonite University
Bachelor degree
Social Work and Applied Sociology | |
Program Learning Objectives
Obtain and apply generalist social work knowledge and skills (i.e., human behavior and the social environment, practice, social policy and social research) to practice settings of all sizes, and use theoretical frameworks about client system(s) to assess interactions among... |
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Eastern Mennonite University
Bachelor degree
Spanish | |
In Spanish, the goals are to develop students' skills in effective communication in order to understand the relationship between culture and language, gain information and insight into perspectives of Spanish speakers, and reflect on daily life in Spanish-speaking countires. The Spanish program also... |
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Eastern Mennonite University
Bachelor degree
Teacher Education | |
The mission of the EMU teacher education program is to prepare competent, caring, reflective practitioners who advocate for children and youth, develop caring learning environments, initiate and respond creatively to change, and value service to others.
The teacher education program envisions preparing... |
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Eastern Mennonite University
Bachelor degree
Theatre | |
EMU Theater engages a wide array of productions and performance styles. Welcoming the diverse voices of the American and global communities, the department places a particular emphasis on productions that critically engage our audiences. Recent seasons have explored epic warfare, farcical slapstick,... |
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Eastern Mennonite University
Certificates/Postbaccalaureate Certificate
Nonprofit Leadership | |
The EMU Masters of Business Administration program is offering, in collaboration with EMU‘s Center for Justice and Peacebuilding (CJP), a graduate certificate for students seeking a highly pragmatic as well as marketable training.
The Nonprofit Leadership and Social Entrepreneurship (NL&SE) certificate... |
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Eastern Mennonite University
Masters degree
Business Administration
Entrepreneurial Management | |
The nonprofit sector represents one of the fastest growing sectors of the U.S. national economy. The nonprofit sector encompasses many types of mission-driven and results-oriented organizations that increasingly demonstrate innovations in management, leadership, and stewardship initiatives.
In today‘s... |
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Eastern Mennonite University
Masters degree
Business Administration
Health Services Administration | |
Health care services and health care management are among the strongest employment fields in the Shenandoah Valley, as well as nationally. Retiring baby boomers and the rising average age indicate an increased demand for health care and retirement services. The growing demand calls for innovative leadership... |
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Eastern Mennonite University
Masters degree
Conflict Transformation | |
The Graduate Program in Conflict Transformation is designed for persons interested in pursuing academic studies within the peacebuilding field: conflict transformation, restorative justice, trauma healing, community and international development, and organizational leadership.
The Graduate Program in... |
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Eastern Mennonite University
Masters degree
Counseling | |
Our program provides academic preparation for the professional practice of community counseling. Students in the MA in Counseling program at EMU choose from two degree options.
Community Counseling: a 60-semester hour, CACREP approved track, that prepares students for clinical practice and meets educational... |
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Eastern Mennonite University
Masters degree
Education | |
Mission Statement:
The mission of the Master of Arts in Education Program at EMU is to increase educators‘ professional knowledge and competence in one of three tracks and to enhance reflective teaching among practitioners, enabling them to develop leadership by becoming agents of change who advocate... |
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