• Mar 28: Disability Advocacy Week & Women's History Month Keynote "Great Minds are Not All the Same" - by Dr. Temple Grandin
    "Great Minds are Not All the Same" - by Dr. Temple Grandin There are three basic ways that people think differently when solving problems. They are photo realistic, visual thinking, pattern mathematical, which is the way most engineers think and word verbal thinking. When projects are being designed, people with different ways of thinking have complementary skills. Dr. Temple Grandin draws from her own experience with autism spectrum disorders and her professional career. She speaks on how to nurture and turn talents and special interests into paid work, jobs that are particularly suited to individuals on the autism spectrum, and those with other disabilities, and much more. She provides first-hand accounts of job experiences and advice from individuals representing a broad range of careers particularly.Pre-register for this free event today! Co-sponsored by the Office of Disability Services Disability Advocacy Week and the Center for Multicultural Student Services Women's History Month.
  • Mar 30: ISSS Washington D.C. Trip
    Washington D.C. Trip Saturday March 30, 2024.Join ISSS on a trip where there are cherry blossoms, museums to explore, blossom kite festival and much more to explore. If you have any questions please email: isss@jmu.edu
  • Mar 30: Taste of Africa
  • Apr 3: 30+30 Tour - Administration & Finance DEI Council
  • Apr 3: Student Speaker Event for Dukes Pride
  • Apr 4: Finalizing Your Taxes - Walk-In
    International Students Welcome! Now that you have started using Sprintax to file your taxes, stop by at any point during this time frame for answers! Remember to check the Filing Taxes webpage- https://bit.ly/jmuissstaxes For more information: contact Thomas – lavenitp@jmu.edu
  • Apr 4: LSA Dance Night
  • Apr 4: Honors and Furious Flower present Mahogany L. Browne
    Mahogany L. Browne is the Executive Director of JustMedia, a media literacy initiative designed to support the groundwork of criminal justice leaders and community members. This position is informed by her career as a writer, organizer, & educator. Browne has received fellowships from Agnes Gund, Air Serenbe, Cave Canem, Poets House, Mellon Research & Rauschenberg. She is the author of recent works: Chlorine Sky, Woke: A Young Poets Call to Justice, Woke Baby, & Black Girl Magic. Browne is the founder of the diverse lit initiative, Woke Baby BookFair; and is excited about her latest poetry collection. I Remember Death By Its Proximity to What I Love is a book-length poem responding to the impact of mass incarceration on women and children). She is based in Brooklyn and is the first-ever Poet-in-Residence at the Lincoln Center.
  • Apr 5: First Fridays at Furious Flower Broadside Gallery
    Students will view the broadside gallery curated by Iliana Cosme-Brooks. The broadsides are part of the larger collection located at Furious Flower. After viewing the gallery, students must discuss the favorite components of the gallery with a Furious Flower staff member before receiving the stamp. There are also snacks and drinks available for attendees. Submitted by CMSS.
  • Apr 5: Three Chaplains
  • Apr 6: VSA Culture Show
  • Apr 6: Lavender Student Conference: Welcome and Panels
    The Lavender Student Conference is an experience for students, hosted by Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity and Expression (SOGIE). This year, the theme is Visibility is Resiliency, and the conference will highlight visibility, activism, awareness and diversity. Students, faculty and staff are invited and encouraged to attend the activities.This programmatic one-day summit is an educational and community-building opportunity for LGBTQ+ students and allies at JMU. Panels/sessions to include: Queer Authenticity in the Workplace, Finding Your Community Outside of Campus & Affinity Groups Keynote Speaker – Dr. Monica Motley Dr. Motley is a proud native of Danville, Virginia. She holds a MSEd in community health education/physical activity, a MPH, and a PhD in Biomedical and Veterinary Science. As a social and behavioral health researcher, she studies individual, community, and environmental influences on lifestyle-related health disparities in minoritized communities. She is also Senior Research Faculty at Virginia Tech’s Center for Public Health Practice and Research. Registration is required and closes April 4.
  • Apr 6: Lavender Student Conference: Professional Headshots
  • Apr 6: Lavender Student Conference Keynote Speaker: Dr. Monica Motley
  • Apr 8: Asian Student Union Karaoke and Game night
  • Apr 9: APIDA Faculty Caucus Panel & Lunch
    Join CMSS and the APIDA Faculty Caucus for lunch and a panel conversation with members of the APIDA community of JMU and Harrisonburg Rockingham Community.
  • Apr 9: CGE x UCC: Job Searching/Internships
    Join us on this Zoom link at 6pm April 9 CGE is partnering with the University Career Center to host a virtual Panel discussion via Zoom- link featuring current OPT students. Students on this panel will share their insights and tips on navigating the internship/job search process as an international student.Handshake users can check out this link for more information.
  • Apr 9: Yoga Under The Stars with Avery Coleman
  • Apr 9: Yoga Under The Stars with Avery Coleman
  • Apr 11: CMSS Leadership Seminar
  • Apr 13: Asian Student Union Semi-Formal
  • Apr 13: LSA Celebracion Latina
  • Apr 15: Phi Nu Pie
  • Apr 15: Phi Nu Pie
  • Apr 17: Mocktail Mixology
  • Apr 17: DEEP Impact Dialogue: Celebrating APIDA Heritage Month
  • Apr 18: Furious Flower Prize Reading
  • Apr 19: Madison Equality Charity Ball
  • Apr 20: FAM Culture Show
  • Apr 20: SMO CookOut
  • Apr 22: ASU Pie an Exec
  • Apr 24: CMSS Leadership Seminar
  • Apr 26: ISSS Lawn Party
    Take a well-deserved break from your studies, and let's celebrate the many achievements of our graduating students! Come for some refreshments, fun and great company!*Event is on the outside lawn in front of Holland Yates Hall* For more information: contact ISSS – isss@jmu.edu
  • Apr 26: Open Mic!
  • Apr 27: Crab Feast
  • Apr 27: Esteem Models Spring Show
  • May 2: CMSS Donning of the Kente
    Donning (or putting on) of the Kente stole is a rites of passage for students of diverse racial and ethnic backgrounds to move to the next chapter in their lives. The Kente cloth is to be worn with graduation regalia. It is made of fabrics from Ghana, woven together intricately with symbolism. We invite undergraduate and graduate students who have participated in programing, a CMSS organization, or have worked in the office to join the ceremony and reception. The Donning of the Kente Graduation Ceremony is held each December and May to celebrate commencement.
  • May 9: Honors College Medallion Ceremony
  • Aug 16: International Student Orientation 2024
  • Aug 17: International Student Orientation 2024
  • Aug 18: International Student Orientation 2024

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