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Since graduating from the University of À¶Ý®ÊÓÆµ just over a decade ago, Amanda Kind (BA ’06) has grown into an inspirational leader for young performers in her community. In recognition of her generous and dedicated service, Conrad Grebel University College has named Amanda the 2017 Distinguished Alumni Service Award winner.

Karen Sunabacka - photo by Dave Fretz

Dr. Karen Sunabacka will be Conrad Grebel University College’s new Associate Professor of Music at the University of À¶Ý®ÊÓÆµ. Beginning July 1, 2017, she will teach music theory and composition, and continue her active work as a composer, performer, and scholar.

100 university students. 200 hours of rehearsal. 3 performances. 76 trombones.

Every two years, Conrad Grebel University College students band together to launch a completely student run musical – a true community building endeavor. This year’s show is The Music Man by Meredith Wilson, and involves students across every faculty at the University of À¶Ý®ÊÓÆµ, from first to fourth year. Even as they approach the end of term crush of final projects and exams, these driven young adults are pouring their talent and energy into directing, producing, and performing.

Laura and Joshua Enns in front of the Brubacher houseConrad Grebel University College is pleased to welcome Laura (‘13 BES) and Joshua Enns (‘12 BMATH) as the newest hosts of Brubacher House, effective February 1, 2017. Once home to Magdalena and John E.

Thursday, February 9, 2017

Commitment to Peace and Reconciliation

During recent days we have shared the widespread sorrow and concern about attitudes, policies, and actions that have resulted in suspicion, fear, violence, and death.  We have stopped in silence and prayer to grieve the deaths, wounds, and shattered families of Muslims in Quebec City who were attacked while gathered with their community for prayer. We have stood and walked in solidarity with those expressing outrage and profound concern about the statements and policies of leaders who foster suspicion, fear, division, and exclusion by closing borders and revoking visas.

The new CBC show titled ‘Pure’ has generated much discussion amongst Mennonites and others in Canada. Mostly, it points to the need for more education about Mennonite religious beliefs, cultural practices, and the diversity that exists across the ‘Mennonite’ spectrum. Conrad Grebel University College professor Marlene Epp is  about the show .

In November 2016, Conrad Grebel University College students Mark Whyte, Mariak Achuoth, Jonathan Smith, and Liban Farah accepted a challenge: to build a social enterprise that restores the rights and dignities of refugees. The team participated in the Hult Prize challenge – the world’s largest student competition for social good, competing for $1 million in start-up funding to launch a sustainable social venture.