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Ritter, Walker recognized as JMU Game Changers during Homecoming football game

The Game Changer program recognizes faculty and staff members whose contributions make a meaningful impact on students, colleagues and the university community.

Decades of dedication honored at 2026 Service Recognition Awards

JMU recognized 503 employees for their commitment and contributions during the annual faculty and staff service awards Oct. 13-14.

Operational Updates: Thursday night football game on Oct. 29

On Thurs., Oct. 29, JMU will once again take center stage as we host a nationally televised football game at Bridgeforth Stadium.

JMU launches national network to strengthen civic discourse on college campuses

Madison Center for Civic Engagement leads national Faculty Fellows program aimed at building the next generation of civic dialogue leaders across the country.

Board of Visitors Summary of Actions and Discussions

The James Madison University Board of Visitors met virtually Monday, Oct. 12, 2026.

JMU Makes Historic Move to Join the American Conference

JMU will join as a full league member no later than July 1, 2028.

JMU Board of Visitors to hold special online meeting

The JMU Board of Visitors will conduct an all-virtual special meeting on Monday, October 12, 2026, at 8 a.m.

Biology, engineering staff members honored as JMU Game Changers

The Game Changer program recognizes faculty and staff members whose contributions make a meaningful impact on students, colleagues and the university community.

JMU launches two-sided guarantee for its graduates and the employers who hire them

JMU is extending its commitment beyond graduation with a first-of-its-kind two-sided guarantee that supports both its graduates and the employers who hire them.

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