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Goshen's study abroad program included in Open Doors report November 26, 2008

Over the past decade, the number of U.S. students studying abroad has increased by more than 150 percent. And American students increasingly seek nontraditional study abroad destinations.

Goshen College faculty trained to deliver presentation on climate change and faith November 19, 2008

Bob Yoder, Goshen College campus pastor, and Paul Steury, education coordinator at Merry Lea Environmental Learning Center of Goshen College, were among the first group personally trained by Nobel Laureate Al Gore to spread the message about the challenges of and solutions to the climate crisis in the faith community.

Three Goshen College students' 'This I Believe' essays air Nov. 11-25 November 18, 2008

The public radio station in Elkhart, Ind., WVPE-88.1 FM, has selected essays by three Goshen College students to air the Tuesdays between Nov. 11 and 25 on the 'This I Believe' segment of its program. All of the pieces are scheduled to air at 7:35 a.m. and again at 12:30 p.m.

Online devotions offer college faculty and student voices from Advent thru Epiphany November 18, 2008

As churches and individual Christians around the world prepare to celebrate Christ's birth, Goshen College is again offering an online spiritual resource to help believers make time and space in their hearts and minds to welcome Advent and celebrate Christmas.

Youth music lesson scholarship program honored for impact November 18, 2008

A program that helps Elkhart County children of all income levels receive professional music lessons has received a 2008 Indiana Youth Investment Award and a $5,000 check from the Indiana Youth Institute (IYI).

GoLeafs.net to feature live video Webcast of Saturday's basketball game November 13, 2008

The Goshen College Athletic Department, along with the Communication and Information Technology Services-Media Departments and WGCS-91.1 FM The Globe, has announced that the Nov. 15 Goshen College men's basketball game will be available live in real video via a free Internet Webcast.

Goshen College worship team, Parables, leads with songs and stories about grace October 30, 2008

The Goshen College student-led worship team, Parables, will use music and drama to worship in congregations and other venues throughout the Midwest this year on the topic of grace.

Goshen basketball players scrimmage at maximum security correctional facility October 20, 2008

As temperatures begin to cool down and leaves change color, college basketball swings into full gear as teams prepare for a grueling season with pre-season scrimmages.

Goshen College celebrates 40 years of pioneer study abroad program September 30, 2008

In 1968, Goshen College embarked on a 40-year adventure as pioneers in higher education: creating a semester-long study abroad program that took college students to developing countries. It became the first college or university in the country to include international education as part of its graduation requirements.

Goshen College honors seven outstanding alumni September 26, 2008

Their lives have taken them to an antiviral research lab in Chicago, a university in Lithuania, impoverished countries around the world, violence-stricken communities in Colombia, an elementary school in Colorado and college sporting events. During Goshen College's annual Homecoming celebration on Oct. 3-5, seven outstanding alumni will be honored for their service, achievements and contributions.

Rieth Village receives state's highest award for environmental excellence September 18, 2008

Representatives from Merry Lea Environmental Center of Goshen College's Rieth Village, in Wolf Lake, Ind., were honored with a Governor's Award for Environmental Excellence during the 11th annual Pollution Prevention Conference and Trade Show held in Plainfield on Sept. 17.

Graduate enrollment rises and retention is high while the number of first-year students slips September 18, 2008

Fall 2008 enrollment statistics at Goshen College show gains in the number of graduate students and a continued high retention rate, but a decline in first-year traditional students.

Profesor de español escribe libro de cuentos bilingües acerca de la identidad hispánica September 16, 2008

Hay más de 35 millones de personas que se identifican como hispano o latino en el Censo del 2000 de los EE.UU. Uno de ellos es Rafael Falcón, profesor de español de Goshen College.

During memorial service, community remembers beloved student Deanne Binde September 15, 2008

Through tears and laughter, the Goshen College community remembered Deanne Elizabeth Binde as a kind friend, a playful roommate, a dedicated student, a gifted actress and a spiritual person who cared for others.

Spanish professor pens bilingual book of short stories about Hispanic identity September 12, 2008

There are more than 35 million people who identified themselves as Hispanic or Latino on the 2000 U.S. Census. One of them is Goshen College Professor of Spanish Rafael Falcón.