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Apr 24

Dukes show their star power on awards night
JMU honors outstanding alumni, nominated by their peers
Apr 24 Learning made fun through game-ified lessons in public schools
The Stock Market Game makes learning fun and interactive for local students.
Apr 23 Announcing the 2024 Public Service Awards honorees
Public Service Awards at James Madison University has announced the 2024 honorees, recognizing four Valley residents for their exemplary public service work.
Apr 20 A new alum is Bourne
The JMU Alumni Association Board of Directors has voted to honor Jeff Bourne, the retiring Director of JMU Athletics, with their highest recognition, Honorary Alumni status, on April 20, 2024.
Apr 19 CHBS professor leads Psychology student in unique FYRE project
Health sciences professor Asmita Mhaskar formed a mentorship with freshman Emily Hoder through the FYRE program, where they research an interesting cross-disciplinary iniquity on music and health.

Apr 28: JMU Percussion Ensemble
Apr 29: JMU Brass Band
May 2: JMU Wind Symphony
May 4: Letters Aloud- The Road to Fame
Sep 24: Northern Shenandoah Valley Regional Graduate and Professional School Fair
Oct 5: Parade of Champions 2024
Feb 18: Frances Litten Invitational Reception

Apr 15 JMU Brass Band makes history with championship win
The win marked the first time a collegiate band has claimed the highest division of the competition. More Articles >
Apr 5 The Madison Art Collection selected to partner with The American Alliance of Museums
An exciting step towards accreditation for the MAC More Articles >
Mar 29 School of Theatre and Dance welcomes guest award-winning director Reneltta Arluk
Presenting “The Birds: A Modern Adaptation of Aristophanes’ Comedy” by Yvette Nolan April 9–13 in The Studio Theatre More Articles >
Mar 29 Boca Tuya, the New York dance phenomenon, lights up the Forbes stage April 13 and 14
Drawing inspiration from diverse influences, Boca Tuya offers a unique and exhilarating experience that transcends borders and cultures. More Articles >
Mar 25 Music student named distinguished recipient of esteemed 23-24 Presser Undergraduate Scholar Award
Haven Kahn leaves behind a legacy resonating with his peers and mentors alike. More Articles >

Softball: Dukes Fall Late at Georgia Southern
Sun, 28 Apr 2024 3:24 p.m.
Georgia Southern scored four runs in the bottom of the fifth to take control and held on for a 4-2 victory over James Madison softball on Sunday afternoon at Eagle Field.
Football: Brown and Kromah Sign with NFL Franchises Following Draft
Sat, 27 Apr 2024 9:24 p.m.
Immediately following the 2024 NFL Draft, James Madison wide receiver Reggie Brown and defensive lineman Jamree Kromah agreed to contracts as undrafted free agents, as Brown signed
Baseball: Dukes Even Series with Extra-Base Hits Barrage
Sat, 27 Apr 2024 6:36 p.m.
Eight of JMU's 14 hits went for extra bases to help power past South Alabama, 10-3, on Saturday afternoon to even the SBC baseball series at Stanky Field.
Softball: Six-Run Third Inning Dooms Dukes in Saturday Loss at Georgia Southern
Sat, 27 Apr 2024 5:53 p.m.
Georgia Southern jumped ahead 7-0 after three innings and held on for an 8-3 victory over James Madison softball on Saturday afternoon at Eagle Field.
Lacrosse: Dukes Dominate Old Dominion, Clinch No. 2 Seed for AAC Championship
Sat, 27 Apr 2024 2:54 p.m.
JMU lacrosse dominated Old Dominion in an 18-9 victory on Saturday afternoon.