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Institute for the Study of Global Anabaptism publishes first book, John Driver’s ‘Life Together in the Spirit’

Goshen College's new Institute for the Study of Global Anabaptism published its first book in July, an English-language translation of John Driver's "Life Together in the Spirit: A Radical Spirituality for the Twenty-First Century." The project was sponsored by Greencroft Communities, who helped make the book available for free in Spanish and English to every pastor in Mennonite Church USA.

Goshen College and University of Notre Dame publish ‘Latinos in Northern Indiana’ research series

Goshen College's Institute for Latino Educational Achievement, in collaboration with the University of Notre Dame's Institute for Latino Studies, published a three-volume series of research reports, titled "Latinos in Northern Indiana," during the spring of 2011. The reports assess the educational experiences of local Latinos and provide recommendations for improvement.

Business Department awards grants to seven student-run businesses

From a colorfully painted vintage van frequently seen around campus to black and white photos from Africa, Goshen College students are bringing their entrepreneurial ideas to life with assistance from the Business Department. To encourage students to develop their skills further, the Business Department has awarded entrepreneurship grants to seven student-owned businesses, for a total of $27,500 during this academic year.

Twelve Goshen College students research alongside professors during summer

From exploring Mennonite-Muslim relations to researching the membrane transport process, 12 Goshen College students spent the summer working with professors on various research projects during the collegeÕs eight-week Maple Scholars program.

Seven Goshen College students participate in summer Service Inquiry Program

From Palestine to Scotland to Georgia, seven Goshen College students are spending the summer in service around the world with a church-related service or mission agency through Goshen College's Service Inquiry Program (SIP).

Goshen College students explore call to ministry during summer

This summer, nine Goshen College students are exploring church ministry as they work with congregations across the United States through the college's Ministry Inquiry Program (MIP).

Nine Goshen College students participate in summer Camping Inquiry Program

Christian-based summer camps provide sacred places for young people to explore what it means to live faithfully in a Christ-centered community while realizing that care for the earth is an extension of Jesus' ministry. This summer, nine Goshen College students are working at Christian-based camps and retreats throughout the country, leading young people on their faith journeys.

Goshen College Music Center offers music lessons, classes and ensembles for all ages

The Goshen College Community School of the Arts (CSA) is currently accepting registrations for the fall semester. The registration deadline for all private lessons is Aug. 22 and lessons begin the week of Aug. 29.

Two Goshen College students awarded theological fellowships

Two Goshen College students have been awarded a 2011 Fund for Theological Education (FTE) Undergraduate Fellowship. Ben Sutter, a sophomore, and Sarah Dieter, a junior, received a fellowship to help fund their ministerial explorations. FTE is a nonprofit organization that seeks to cultivate and support young Christian leaders.

Professor emerita publishes first-time English translations of medieval religious literature

GOSHEN, Ind. – Goshen College Professor Emerita of French and Humanities Judith Davis, along with Ron Akehurst of the University of Minnesota, recently wrote an introduction to and translation of two 14th-century poems. Published in May by The Arizona Center for Medieval and Renaissance Texts & Studies, the book, titled…