Academic Affairs Colleagues,

JMU is preparing for the next step for our core curriculum. It’s time to provide the next generation of students with a revitalized academic core that addresses current and emerging educational needs.

The Core Curriculum Task Force (CCTF) is coordinating this effort. After a year of reflection and research, we’re ready to solicit proposals for what a revised core curriculum might look like. Faculty input will drive this processl. The CCTF will gather information and provide feedback. Please be on the lookout for requests to provide input.

We are in the midst of a multi-year process to develop and implement a new core curriculum. As we pursue this project, our current General Education program leadership will continue to provide regular maintenance and appropriate updates. I appreciate all the work that goes into administering our current General Education program and that work will continue as we decide how to revise the program.

A renewal/revision will ask a lot of all of us, and I ask for your forbearance and grace as we navigate the process. I know that each of us is committed to delivering a relevant, cogent and meaningful core curriculum to our current and future students.

Thank you in advance for all your thoughtful contributions to our renewal process.

Interim Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs
Bob Kolvoord