News Archive: November 2018

Student innovation aids nonprofits
November 30, 2018: A local nonprofit that provides health care to the homeless is on the path to improving its service with the help of five JMU students.
Gaining traction
November 30, 2018: Students were challenged to transform their ideas into pitch-ready business models.
Welcome to the Honors College
November 29, 2018: What does it mean to be Madisonian in the 21st century? Freshman Honors students grappled with that question during a trip to Montpelier.
Project funds initiative to address childcare in VA
November 29, 2018: With more than 3.25 million Virginians living in areas without sufficient childcare facilities to meet their needs, The Young Children’s Program at James Madison University is doing its part to find a solution.
Reading Road Show is the Recipient of a $75,000 Award
November 29, 2018: The Chick-fil-A Foundation honored the Gus Bus with the True Inspiration Award and a $75,000 donation.
Accepting the opportunity: Jordan Roth ('07)
November 29, 2018: Being the Change for Jordan Roth means accepting the opportunity you've been given.
Exploring the planet
November 28, 2018: NASA scientist and JMU alumna Jennifer Eigenbrode is part of the Mars Science Laboratory mission.
Documenting the achievement gap
November 28, 2018: Documentary filmmaker Steve James ('77) exposes racial disparities in public education.
JMU's biggest fan
November 28, 2018: Ever wonder who Duke Dog really is?
Teaching the intangibles
November 27, 2018: JMU alumna Katie Tusing turns a life-changing accident into learning opportunities.
Art with an impact
November 27, 2018: Generating money for nonprofits is the primary motivation behind Impact Art Gallery.
Timing was key to alum's success
November 26, 2018: When the idea for the wildly successful Watch Ya Mouth party game came like a flash to Peter Denbigh (’02, ’11M) in 2016, he did what most people don’t—he acted on it.
About the cover
November 26, 2018: Elise Trissel discusses what went into creating the cover for the Winter 2019 issue.
University to open Friday at 10 a.m., classes to start at 10:10 a.m.
November 15, 2018: Due to the inclement weather, James Madison University will open at 10 a.m. on Friday, Nov. 16, 2018.
JMU closed Thursday, Nov. 15 due to weather
November 15, 2018: UPDATE (9:50 A.M.): Due to the inclement weather, James Madison University will be closed on Thursday, Nov. 15, 2018.
University to open Thursday at 11 a.m., classes to start at 11 a.m.
November 15, 2018: Due to the inclement weather, James Madison University will open at 11 a.m. on Thursday, Nov. 15, 2018.
Marching Royal Dukes Perform in Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade
November 12, 2018: Marching 535 strong, the MRD were selected from more than 100 applicants as one of the top bands to perform in the holiday classic.
Flag display honors fallen soldiers
November 12, 2018: James Madison University will recognize veterans of the armed forces with an extensive flag display on the Quad.
November 2018 Board of Visitors Summary of Actions and Discussions
November 9, 2018: The James Madison University Board of Visitors met Friday, Nov. 9, 2018, in the Board Room of Madison’s Festival Conference and Student Center.
Food Collected to be Donated to Local Community
November 8, 2018: The JMU community is partnering with local agencies to collect and donate food to our local community.
Voicing the Constitution
November 6, 2018: Matt Darroch wanted to work a job in which he could make a meaningful impact.
JMU governing board to meet Friday (2018)
November 6, 2018: The JMU Board of Visitors will meet at 1 p.m. on Friday, Nov. 9.
A call for compromise
November 5, 2018: Former congressmen Jim Coyne and Nick Rahall headlined the second Madison Vision Series event of the 2018-19 academic year.
UREC Assistant Director Guy deBrun Receives National Award
November 5, 2018: JMU recognizes a staff member who brought home top accolades in the outdoor education and leadership field.
Faculty Experts for Upcoming Election
November 2, 2018: Faculty experts at JMU are able to provide unique insight to the election process and broader conversations.

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