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Goshen College president opens school year with a call to live out core values September 5, 2008

Goshen College President James E. Brenneman opened the new academic year Sept. 3 by challenging students to live the college's five core values, which he described as ideal for navigating life and nurturing body and soul.

Goshen College student helps families recover after Iowa immigration raid August 29, 2008

On May 12, 2008, U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) conducted a raid on Agriprocessors kosher meatpacking plant in Postville, Iowa, of which U.S. Attorney Matt M. Dummermuth called at the time "the largest criminal worksite enforcement operation ever in the United States." As a result of the raid, nearly 400 undocumented immigrants were arrested.

Goshen College welcomes Class of 2012 this weekend, classes to begin August 28, 2008

The 2008-09 academic year is ready to start and members of the Goshen College Class of 2012 are beginning their college journeys this weekend when they move in and participate in orientation activities.

Goshen College introduces new teaching and administrative faculty for 2008-09 August 26, 2008

Goshen College is pleased to announce and welcome new administrative and teaching faculty members for the 2008-09 academic year.

GC excels in 2009 'U.S.News' rankings August 22, 2008

In a report eagerly anticipated by incoming college students and their parents, Goshen College placed high in the third tier of Best Liberal Arts Colleges for the eighth straight year in the "U.S. News & World Report" 2009 edition of "America's Best Colleges." Goshen was ranked 149th out of 265 of the country's top liberal arts colleges.

Forbes ranks Goshen College 159th best college in the nation August 20, 2008

In its first ratings of America's Best Colleges, Forbes.com ranked Goshen College 159th out of all U.S. colleges and universities, based on the quality of education provided, how much students achieve and several other key factors. Sixteen Indiana schools made the list, with Goshen placing seventh among them — ahead of such universities as Taylor, Butler, Ball State and Purdue.

Goshen College professors of nursing and biology retire after 67 years August 14, 2008

Their educations began in the same place and their careers ended in the same place. Coincidentally, Goshen College Professor of Nursing Evelyn Driver and Professor of Biology Stan Grove went to the same elementary school, graduated the same year from Eastern Mennonite High School in Harrisonburg, Va., and then both retired this year from 67 years combined of teaching at Goshen College. In the intervening years, their careers have been focused in different directions: one on the world of nursing and the other on the biological world.

Communication professor contributes to new book about influence of evangelical media August 12, 2008

Goshen College Associate Professor of Communication Ron Johnson, who teaches broadcasting courses and is also the campus' coordinator of video production, contributed to the first book to examine the wide-ranging relationship between evangelical Christians and the media in the 21st century.

Summer of work in Chicago offers insights into community and culture for college students August 12, 2008

Goshen College students Maria Rodriguez and Elizabeth Nafziger participated in the off-campus Chicago Center program this summer. They spent almost eight weeks living, working and learning about the city of Chicago and what makes the city click while participating in professional internships.

Interpreting for Obama all in a day's work for sign language professor August 11, 2008

When U.S. Sen. Barack Obama came to Concord High School in Elkhart, Ind., for a presidential campaign town hall meeting on Aug. 6, thousands of people wanted to hear his every word. But for those who couldn't hear the Democratic candidate, Goshen College Assistant Professor of American Sign Language Julie Armstrong was able to convey the message.

Fall term registrations now being accepted at Goshen College Community School of the Arts August 11, 2008

The Goshen College Community School of the Arts (CSA) is accepting registration from community members for participation in its fall semester musical offerings

African journey brings Goshen student back to her roots August 7, 2008

After three months immersed in another culture, most college students studying abroad are ready to get back to the comforts of home. The last thing many students would want to do is start over learning a different culture in a new country for another three months.

Giving to Goshen College Fund surpasses goal and alumni participation rate rises August 7, 2008

Goshen College reports that annual giving for the 2007-08 fiscal year, which ended June 30, reached a 15-year high, which will allow the college to provide more student aid, promote academic excellence and innovation and foster greater spiritual development.

Individual concert tickets on sale Aug. 15 for the Goshen College Performing Arts Series August 6, 2008

Opportunities are still available to secure individual tickets for all concerts in the Goshen College Performing Arts Series. Individual tickets go on sale Friday, Aug. 15, at the Goshen College Welcome Center. The 2008-09 season will begin Sept. 19 with Ricky Skaggs and Kentucky Thunder.

Community School of the Arts hires new youth choir director; Choir auditions will be held Aug. 18- 19 August 01, 2008

The Goshen College Community School of the Arts (CSA) is pleased to announce and welcome Sandra Hill as the new director of Shout for Joy, a CSA choir for community youth in grades 6-8.