JMU receives grant to increase mental health assistance

The State Council of Higher Education for Virginia recently awarded JMU a grant to improve mental health services and increase providers on campus.

National Suicide Prevention Week 2024

The start of the Fall semester is a great time to learn more about the wellness resources available and build into your routine the things that will help you meet your goals and manage stress.

Welcome 2024 students

On behalf of the faculty and staff at James Madison University, I am excited to have you back.

Student Affairs congratulates Purple Star award winners

Student Affairs congratulates Purple Star award winners

Fall 2024 wellness resources

The start of the Fall semester is a great time to learn more about the wellness resources available and build into your routine the things that will help you meet your goals and manage stress.

Students take on ‘Townie Summer’

The appeal of Harrisonburg keeps some students in town year-round.

Volunteers today, leaders tomorrow

Service-learning at JMU helps students find their purpose.

Valerie Schoolcraft receives the Dr. Jim McConnel Values Award

The award recognizes individuals who exemplify the values of student affairs in their work and daily lives.

Madison Cares wins Program of the Year Award

Madison Cares, a program run through the Dean of Students office, has been awarded the 2024 Program of the Year award.

Lindsay Stebbins awarded Outstanding New Professional

Lindsey Stebbins has been awarded the 2024 Outstanding New Professional award. Congratulations, Lindsey!

Madison Family Newsletter: June 2024

The Madison Family Newsletter

CSPA learning improvements recognized with Provost Award

Strategic improvements in the structure and curriculum of the College Student Personnel Administration program were recognized.

Madison Family Newsletter: May 2024

The Madison Family Newsletter

Tips for finding study spaces leading up to finals

With Carrier Library under construction and finals rapidly approaching, students will be looking for places to study as they finish their spring semester.

Culture of opportunity

Leadership professors discuss key to success for JMU alumni.

Madison Family Newsletter: April 2024

The Madison Family Newsletter

Board of Visitors to take comments on tuition, fees

The JMU Board of Visitors will receive public comments on the proposed tuition and fee ranges for the 2024-25 academic year.

Graduates, get a photo with Dr. Tim Miller!

Graduating seniors can get a photo with Dr. Tim Miller.

‘Challenge and support’

In more than four decades of service to her alma mater, Donna Harper ('77, '81M, '86Ed.S.) has come to epitomize servant leadership.

Finding their home

Black alumni share their “JMU WHY?”

Redefining mental health days

JMU faculty challenge students to redefine how they use their mental health days.

FOR JMU club promotes kindness across campus

Friends of Rachel promotes kindness as a means to support others on campus and foster wellbeing among members.

Creative Careers Week is Feb. 12-16!

An event for all students looking to pursue a career in visual and performing arts.

Madison Family Newsletter: January 2024

The Madison Family Newsletter

Military, dependents find support through JMU VALOR

Dukes cheerleader, ROTC cadet and Marine veteran Jonah Posada will have a unique perspective on Dec. 23 as he cheers on JMU in its first bowl game: the Armed Forces Bowl in Fort Worth, Texas.

2024 Schools of the Sun Belt Food Fight Competition

Represent JMU in the Schools of the Sun Belt Food Fight Competition!

End of the semester strategies and resources - Fall 2023

Incorporate strategies and resources that will help you meet your goals and manage stress.

Ann Simmons receives the Dr. Jim McConnel Values Award

Ann Simmons has won the 2024 Jim McConnel Values Award. Congratulations, Ann!