Note-worthy

One JMU student's bond with his professor began four years before he arrived on campus.

JMU professor named art educator of the year

The Virginia Art Education Association has named Karin Tollefson-Hall, a professor of art education, its art educator of the year.

Nun other than a Duke

Alumna gives up social media, marriage for a new devotion.

Building a better world

With support from Madison Trust, Nick Brinen leads a project to repurpose discarded trees to design and build community projects.

Peace of War: Intertwined Through Art

M.F.A. student Michelle Smith's "Protective Nature" sculpture will be part of an exhibition in Honfleur Gallery in Washington, D.C.

A conversation with My Monticello author Jocelyn Nicole Johnson (’93)

Since it was published in October 2021, Johnson's book has received rave reviews and numerous accolades.

The Unbuilt Arboretum

Exhibition uses virtual reality to bring to life late architect's true vision

Q&A with author David Leicester Hardy

Hardy uses years of teaching and industry experience to help new designers get started.

Architectural design assistant professor awarded 2023 Beck Fellowship

The $6,000 annual Fellowship recognizes a faculty who works to advance the visual arts in the community through student success and new technologies.

Dr. Earlynn J. Miller Named 2022 Circle of Excellence in the Arts Award Winner by Forbes Center, Arts Council of the Valley, and JMU’s College of Visual and Performing Arts

Founder of the JMU Dance Program and an avid arts supporter, Earlynn J. Miller (1941–2021) nurtured thousands of artists, students and community arts organizations in the Shenandoah Valley.

Forbes Center Announces 2022–2023 Masterpiece Season

The Forbes Center has announced its 2022–2023 Masterpiece Season.

‘IN/ovation: Student Celebration’ Raises $135,000 for Arts Scholarships

JMU's College of Visual and Performing Arts nearly doubled its scholarship endowment and the number of students it can support thanks to contributions from "In/ovation: Student Celebration."

Duke Hall Gallery awarded prestigious international grant

The Duke Hall Gallery of Fine Art has recently been awarded a grant to support the exhibition Both Sides of the River (January 31 - March 18, 2023).

Honoring Dean Sparks through Inquiry and Community

Highlights from the Sparks Research Symposium

Forbes Center Recognizes Community Volunteers this National Volunteer Week; Hosts Upcoming Trainings for New Volunteers

The Forbes Center will recognize its 141 volunteer ushers at "Fiddlin' with Stories" on Apr. 19 ahead of hosting training sessions for new volunteers in May.

Forbes Center Welcomes HCPS and RCPS Fifth Graders for Live Arts Performance

The Forbes Center’s partnership with Any Given Child Shenandoah Valley means 450 students in Harrisonburg, Virginia, get to see a free matinee of “Fiddlin’ with Stories” on Apr. 19.

JMU honors the late Dr. George Sparks in student arts celebration benefiting scholarships

CVPA will host “IN/ovation: Student Arts Celebration” in honor of the late Dr. George Sparks on Saturday, March 26, 6:30–9:30 pm at the Forbes Center for the Performing Arts.

CVPA Scholarship Series: Kacey Riel

Junior Kacey Riel is studying the arts at JMU with the help of the late Dean George Sparks and multiple scholarships.

CVPA Scholarship Series: Kaylei Kipper

Junior Kaylei Kipper received a scholarship to pursue her passion for theatre and teaching.

CVPA Scholarship Series: Sabrina Simmons

Junior Sabrina Simmons is studying theatre at JMU with the help of three scholarships.

CVPA Scholarship Series: Meagan Sill

Two CVPA scholarships helped vocal performance major Meagan Sill ('13) become a professional singer and artist.

CVPA Scholarship Series: Jacob Dickey

A CVPA scholarship helped musical theatre alum Jacob Dickey (‘13) go from JMU to Broadway.

CVPA Scholarship Series: Anna Stegmeier

Junior Anna Stegmeier is studying studio art at JMU with the help of three scholarships.