Study abroad in Spain: The world as our classroom

Jan 8, 2025: Dukes bring art to life with dance; Madison Art Collection loans works to Ben Shahn exhibition

Overcoming great odds, refugee alumnus imagines a greener future

Nov 22, 2024: Entrepreneur Tan Nguyen (’92) pioneers food-waste solution.

Students practice statecraft, diplomacy, negotiation skills

Nov 8, 2024: From strategy sessions to decision-making, simulation delivers high-impact learning experience.

Discovering new horizons: An international student’s journey through the JMU Washington Semester Program

Nov 6, 2024: The program stands out as a transformative experience for many students.

Semester in Florence and Semester in Salamanca celebrate milestone anniversaries during Homecoming

Nov 5, 2024: CGE honors four decades of two flagship study-abroad programs.

JMU adopts Okanagan Charter, committing to health across campus

Oct 8, 2024: JMU extended its commitment to foster health and well-being across campus as it formally adopted the Okanagan Charter during an event on Festival’s lawn.  

James Madison University awarded U.S. Department of State grant to host young leaders from southeast Asia

Oct 7, 2024: JMU will host the Young Southeast Asian Leaders Initiative Academic Fellows Program (YSEALI AFP) focused on Society and Governance.

International Week brings in renowned filmmaker

Oct 3, 2024: Environmental activist Shalini Kantayya was the keynote speaker.

JMU to adopt charter promoting commitment to health on campus

Oct 2, 2024: JMU will extend its commitment to foster health and well-being across campus as it formally adopts the Okanagan Charter Oct. 8.

JMU professor receives Smithsonian National Portrait Gallery award 

Sep 19, 2024: Laura Katzman, professor of art history, has been awarded the 2024 Director’s Essay Prize for Scholars by the Smithsonian National Portrait Gallery. 

Costa Rica study abroad explores wellness, community, longevity

Sep 11, 2024: Students and faculty “pura vida” in Costa Rica through academic, cultural and physical activities centered around understanding longevity and wellness.

European study abroad enriches perspectives on health care systems

Aug 8, 2024: From Spain to the Czech Republic, JMU students studied health care systems through clinic visits and cultural experiences

JMU signs agreement with Alamein International University

Jul 22, 2024: On July 25, JMU Interim President Charlie King signed a Memorandum of Understanding with Alamein International University (Egypt).

Update on Crowdstrike outage

Jul 20, 2024: Message from Interim President Charlie King

Faculty Spotlight: Weiming Hu

Jun 28, 2024: From lively classroom discussions to collaborative projects like developing a data dashboard for the Hillside weather station, Hu fosters a rich learning environment.

JMU MFA graduate named VMFA Visual Arts Professional Fellow

Jun 25, 2024: Yulin Yuan (’24M) of SADAH’s MFA program received a 2024-2025 Visual Arts Professional Fellowship from the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts.

JMU students engage with European policymakers

Jun 25, 2024: For the 6th consecutive year, JMU students participated in the Schuman Challenge at the Delegation of the European Union to the United States

Ethical Leadership and Professionalism from Italy to Africa

Jun 20, 2024: The U.S. Army Southern European Task Force, Africa team shares their advice on leadership and professionalism in an ever-changing workplace with the EUPS 2024 cohort.

Santi Apostoli

Jun 20, 2024: Marisol Powell ('24) writes about her experience living in Florence and visiting the city's most ancient religious sites.

Fostering Innovation in the Middle East

Jun 20, 2024: Alexandra Wilson Tuman ('24) interviews Christina Craver ('12) about her experiences living and working in Dubai, to highlight the benefits and challenges of living and working abroad.

Letter from the Director

Jun 20, 2024: Our alumni survey speaks to how our graduates value their time in this program.

Modeling the Way with Model EU

Jun 20, 2024: Noah Buracker ('24) shares his perspective on serving as the High Representative/Vice President during the 2023 Model EUP Simulation and embracing cultural exchange and international networking.

Bridging Skies and Borders

Jun 20, 2024: EUPS alumna, Liz Hammer ('14), the Chief of Air and Space at the U.S. Embassy in London, shares her insight on professional growth and career development from across the pond.

JMU faculty partner with African universities through a fellowship

May 28, 2024: Three JMU faculty members received support from the Carnegie African Diaspora Fellowship Program to partner with African higher education institutions.

JMU international students and faculty travel to Washington, D.C., for the 2024 Cherry Blossom Festival

Apr 30, 2024: At the end of March, a group of more than 30 JMU international students and faculty hopped on a bus and traveled to Washington, D.C., to experience the annual Cherry Blossom Festival.

Charting a new course

Apr 25, 2024: A collaborative approach enhances the 14th Annual Interdisciplinary African, African American & Diaspora Studies (AAAD) Conference.

Inaugural Elev8 Ethics speaker navigates ‘catastrophe ethics’

Apr 18, 2024: Author, speaker and bioethicist Travis Rieder encourages finding the common ground between saving the world and giving up.

Saluting an uncommon colonel

Apr 11, 2024: Frances Weir (’49) paved the way for generations of Army women.

JMU study abroad program receives national recognition at Forum Awards

Apr 5, 2024: The Center for Global Engagement announces a JMU study abroad program winning a national award from The Forum on Education Abroad

Intelligence Analysis students participate in the Intelligence Studies Consortium

Apr 2, 2024: JMU was the only university to send IA undergraduates to the ISC conference.

A Better World Together exhibit promotes environmental stewardship ahead of Earth Day

Apr 1, 2024: This immersive showcase, on display through May 9, serves as a beacon of hope, urging students to consider their role in shaping a sustainable future.

Distinguished graduates say adaptability is the hallmark of good leadership in the modern age

Apr 1, 2024: Verizon senior executives share insights on leadership.

School of Theatre and Dance welcomes guest award-winning director Reneltta Arluk

Mar 29, 2024: Presenting “The Birds: A Modern Adaptation of Aristophanes’ Comedy” by Yvette Nolan April 9–13 in The Studio Theatre

Army veteran keeps women’s military contributions alive

Mar 29, 2024: Amelia Underwood (’13M) teaches classes on leadership and American military history as well as an Honors course, American Women at War.

Boca Tuya, the New York dance phenomenon, lights up the Forbes stage April 13 and 14

Mar 29, 2024: Drawing inspiration from diverse influences, Boca Tuya offers a unique and exhilarating experience that transcends borders and cultures.

Trailblazing alumna gives JMU largest cash gift

Mar 28, 2024: The estate of a 1949 graduate is giving nearly $6 million to JMU, the largest cash gift in the university’s history.

Music student named distinguished recipient of esteemed 23-24 Presser Undergraduate Scholar Award

Mar 25, 2024: Haven Kahn leaves behind a legacy resonating with his peers and mentors alike.

IIE and U.S. Embassy Bangkok select JMU for 2024 IAPP Thailand cohort

Mar 1, 2024: For the next nine months, JMU will develop new educational partnerships in Thailand.

Students tackle real-world U.S. security issues abroad

Mar 1, 2024: Hacking for Diplomacy participants pitch their ideas to officials at the Department of State.

Students inspired by Smart Cities Conference in Indonesia

Feb 28, 2024: The conference united students and educators from 60 countries for workshops, lectures and cultural experiences.

Turning the first page

Feb 16, 2024: Rachel McRady (’11) promotes her debut novel in a place she loves.

Nursing partnership with Ghana set to strengthen nursing fields here and abroad

Feb 14, 2024: Ten students in JMU’s School of Nursing visited Ghana over winter session for a ten-day study abroad that will impact their futures as nurses and global citizens.

Still reaching for the moon

Feb 6, 2024: JMU professor Mark Rooker’s artistic mission fell short of the moon, but the experience has been out of this world.

JMU accepted into State Department refugee program

Feb 1, 2024: JMU will welcome two refugee students from Africa as part of the university’s acceptance into a new State Department program.

Kinesiology majors fulfill internship requirements in Australia

Feb 1, 2024: Students in Kin481: Study Abroad Internship have the opportunity to gain hands-on experience in Australia. 

JY Zhou appointed NAFSA 2026 conference committee chair

Jan 31, 2024: Dr. JY Zhou, Executive Director of JMU's Center for Global Engagement, has been appointed as Chair of the NAFSA 2026 Annual Conference Committee.