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Bestselling authors lead upcoming conversation at JMU
On Sept. 12, James Madison University will host the latest presentation in the Madison Vision Series.
JMU students restore Porsche for top prize
Two JMU students restored a Charlottesville couple's 1964 Porsche for top prize at the 64th Annual Porsche Parade.
Faculty Expert Q&A
Melissa Alemán, professor of communication studies at James Madison University, researches the power of cultural communication.
History department moves into Wilson Hall after significant renovations
Wilson Hall, one of James Madison University’s most iconic landmarks on the Quad, will open on Monday, Aug. 12.
Furious Flower celebrates 25 years
On Sept. 27 and 28, the most notable poets of our time will gather in the nation’s capital to celebrate the 25th anniversary of the Furious Flower Poetry Center.
The Princeton Review names JMU to The Best 385 Colleges list
James Madison University continues to rise to the top as one of the best institutions for higher education according to The Princeton Review.
Researching the blurred lines of work and personal social-media use
Published research examines stories of people who were fired for their posts on personal social-media accounts.
Valley Scholars attend Slam Academy
Renowned poets, Lynne Procope and Jive Poetic will work with 15 Valley Scholars on expression through poetry and performance.
Camp Kindness Day at UREC
Camp UREC will participate in Camp Kindness Day—an event highlighting the practice of intentional kindness at American Camps.
Free creativity camp serves area children
Area children will perform and display art work Friday, July 26, at noon to conclude their week at the 2019 Furious Flower Creativity Camp.
JMU researchers make promising find in appendage regeneration
Findings that may have important implications for regenerative medicine with the goal of one day inducing tissue regrowth have been published.
JMU grad receives prestigious State Dept fellowship
JMU grad continues legacy of fallen U.S. diplomats through prestigious State Dept fellowship.
JMU team to excavate local history
The Woodrow Wilson Presidential Library and Museum will partner with the JMU department of sociology and anthropology to conduct their second archeological investigation.
JMU dietitian offers healthy summer eating tips
Now that summer is in full swing, here are some thoughts JMU dietetics professor Jennifer Walsh has on healthy eating.
JMU adopts living wage for full-time employees
James Madison University has adopted a living wage for its full-time employees.
Furious Flower presents Nikki Giovanni
Nikki Giovanni will give a reading at James Madison University on Friday, June 21.
Innovative course boosts research opportunities
This approach is meeting national calls across higher ed for large-scale engagement of early-career undergraduates in authentic STEM research.
Landmine crisis in Yemen brings JMU professor to Capitol Hill
Ken Rutherford, director of the Center for International Stabilization and Recovery, is available to discuss the landmine crisis.
New Dean to lead COE
After a comprehensive national search, James Madison University is pleased to announce that Mark L’Esperance will become the next dean of JMU’s College of Education.
Professor makes his mark on WWI Memorial
Professor Emeritus of english contributes two of four inscriptions to upcoming WW1 Memorial at Pershing Park in Washington D.C.
Faculty Expert Q&A
Professor of education, answers questions about his research on educational neuroscience and how the brain absorbs information.
JMU research published in Nature
A paper on the research, funded by the National Science Foundation, was published May 15 in Nature. Johnson was one of the paper's eight authors.
Peers pick JMU prof. for $10,000 award
Justin Henriques, associate professor of engineering, has earned a Rising Star award from the Kern Entrepreneurial Engineering Network.
Area youth to participate in inclusive sports festival
More than 100 central Shenandoah Valley youth have registered to participate in wheelchair basketball, sitting volleyball, pickleball and other activities.
Faculty Expert Q&A
Professor of history, answers questions about his research on immigration, borderlands, race and ethnicity and Latin/x history.
National Bike to Work Day
History professor, Evan Friss is available to discuss the history of cycling for National Bike to Work Day
Teacher Appreciation Week
A professor from The College of Education is available to discuss the importance of Teacher Appreciation Week and the value that teachers bring to classrooms.
JMU Board of Visitors to attend meeting
Three members of the Board of Visitors will attend a meeting that otherwise does not require public notice.
COB Ceremony Cut Short; Will Resume Tomorrow
The College of Business graduation ceremony ended early due to weather and will continue at Bridgeforth Stadium tomorrow, May 4 at 1:30pm.
Watch JMU Commencement Ceremonies Live
Click here to watch live this year’s graduate and undergraduate commencement ceremonies happening May 2 and May 3.
Faculty Expert Q&A
Professor of writing, rhetoric and technical communication, answers questions about her research on rhetoric of health and medicine and rhetoric of mental healthcare.
Spring Commencement Ceremonies Honor Graduates
JMU congratulates the 2019 graduates at ceremonies this weekend.
Board of Visitors Summary of Actions & Discussions - April 26, 2019
The James Madison University Board of Visitors met Friday, April 26, 2019, in the Board Room of Madison’s Festival Conference and Student Center.
New state support helps JMU roll back in-state tuition increase
Thanks to an influx of support from Richmond for the coming academic year, the JMU Board of Visitors voted to roll back a planned tuition increase on in-state students.
Pollinator gardens teach valuable lessons
Students in upper level geographic science classes and their professors are building raised garden beds to support pollinators this week.
Faculty Expert Q&A
Alan Levinovitz, professor of religious studies, answers questions about his research at the unique intersection between food and religion.
Graduate students unlock local prohibition history
During the 2018-2019 academic year, a team of JMU graduate students uncovered and digitized 6,379 prohibition-era legal records to create an interpretive website.
Experts can discuss climate for Earth Day
With the observation of Earth Day on Monday, April 22, the JMU media relations team has compiled a list of faculty experts who can discuss environmental issues.
JMU rocket scientist, students head to launch
Caroline Lubert looks for ways to reduce launch noise, which would improve safety and cut costs of launches.
JMU expert can discuss measles outbreak
Audrey Burnett, an associate professor of health sciences at James Madison University, is an expert on infectious diseases and community health.
Experts can discuss impact of Notre Dame fire
JMU professors discuss the Notre Dame as an icon of French history, architecture, and engineering.
Unique way to aid in the prevention of texting and driving
Marketing played a central role as research demonstrates how to create effective ads against texting while driving.
Reporters invited to see grant in action
Media are invited to Page Memorial Hospital in Luray from noon-2 p.m. Monday, April 15, to interview nursing students, nursing faculty and PMH staff.
Shoptalk with JMU faculty about upcoming NY Auto Show
JMU’s car expert provides insight into upcoming trends the New York Auto Show.
Local veterans embark on honor flight
Honor Flight— Top of Virginia will be honoring over 40 local WWII, Korea, and Vietnam veterans with a trip to visit their memorials.
Professor brings historical role-play to classroom
Role-playing seeks to draw students into the past, promote engagement with big ideas, and improve intellectual and academic skills, says Rebecca Brannon.
Students improve free food distribution with healthy food tasting, recipes
While the produce market has enjoyed success, a pair of JMU seniors have boosted the success by offering food tastings, nutrition information.
Board of Visitors to consider 2019-20 tuition and fees at April 26 meeting; Will hold public hearing on tuition ahead of meeting on April 9
Students will have an opportunity to share comments with members of the Board.
JMU students take the "win” by volunteering at the Final Four
While many basketball enthusiasts are checking their brackets for the madness of March, students at JMU are eagerly preparing for a behind-the-scenes experience at the NCAA basketball tournament.
SAP executive and JMU alumna named spring commencement speaker
Named as one of Fortune magazine’s Most Powerful Women in Business and by Forbes as one of the Most Powerful Women in the World and Technology, Jennifer Morgan, alumna of JMU, is selected as the May commencement speaker.
Artists’ ideas about race in the 1940’s
JMU professor to examine art during the desegregation movement through a prestigious residential fellowship
Message from President Alger on Southview Fire
While the fire displaced around 40 of our students, we are thankful that all of our students involved are safe and did not sustain injuries.
Expert can discuss National Poetry Month
Lauren K. Alleyne with the Furious Flower Poetry Center can discuss the importance of National Poetry Month and the power of the written word.
NATO invites students to present project
Three JMU students will tavel to Croatia this weekend to present their solution for helping NATO improve its efficiency in deploying troops
Expert can discuss the battle for congress
Marty Cohen, associate professor of political science, discusses the battle for congress in his newest book, "Moral Victories in the Battle for Congress: Cultural Conservatism and the House GOP."
JMU to host evolutionary biologist Barbara Schaal
Schaal, an evolutionary biologist, will speak Monday, April 1 in a lecture titled, “Serving Society Through Science: Facts, Communication, Policy.”
JMU students help city school kick off spring
To kick off the first day of spring, a group of JMU students will work in gardens
JMU Giving Day on March 21; University seeks to set new record
Donors to James Madison University can unlock an extra $200,000 for student scholarships by topping last year’s JMU Giving Day record of 5,095 gifts.
JMU expert can discuss tornado threat in Virginia
Mace Bentley, a professor of geographic science in the School of Integrated Science, can discuss the threat of tornadoes in Virginia.
Poverty expert to speak at JMU, city church
Dr. Laura Lein, an expert on the cycle of poverty, will present, "Understanding and Interrupting the Effects of Poverty," 7-9 p.m. Tuesday, March 19.
Girls to experience joys of STEM
More than 225 girls are signed up to attend the event that features 22 workshops designed to foster and support the participants’ interest in STEM.
John Grisham to host Alice McDermott at JMU March 20
Author John Grisham will host National Book Award winner Alice McDermott for a conversation about books, publishing, and the writing process.
Professor featured at books and brews
Inman Majors will be discussing his newest book on Tuesday, March 12, at Pale Fire Brewing Company in Harrisonburg, VA and Wednesday, March 13, in Crozet, VA.
JMU in DoE wind power competitions
James Madison University has been selected by the U.S. Department of Energy to participate in the 2020 Collegiate Wind Competition.
Experts can discuss topics for Women's Month
The JMU media team has compiled a list of faculty experts from a variety of disciplines who can discuss the various issues that affect women.
Expert can discuss Ash Wednesday
Philosophy and religion professor available to discuss why individuals who may not be devout, feel the pull to recognize, practice and sacrifice things for lent.
JMU students invited to intelligence hackathon
The design for the next innovation in high tech sleuthing equipment could come from a group of James Madison University students.
JMU Achieves Highest Level of Management Autonomy
Earning level three is the highest level of management autonomy for public institutions of higher education in VA.
SMAD professor wins 2019 Farrar Award
Dr. Gwyneth Mellinger has won the 2019 Farrar Award in Media & Civil Rights History for her article "An Idea Before Its Time: Charles S. Johnson, Negro Columnist."
Expert available to discuss teachers’ strikes
Bill White is available to discuss what causes teachers to go on strike, as well as the positive and negative effects they have on the education system.
JMU closed Wednesday, Feb. 20 due to weather
Due to the inclement weather, James Madison University will be closed on Wednesday, Feb. 20, 2019.
Next Dean of Libraries Announced
James Madison University announces the appointment of the next dean of Libraries.
JMU professor spearheads RAM clinic
Remote Area Medical is an organization based in Knoxville, Tennessee that collaborates with host groups all around the country to hold its clinics.
Paralympic athletes to lead kinesiology lab
Three Paralympic athletes and three accomplished wheel chair basketball players from the Charlottesville Cardinals will lead a pair of Paralympic Skill Labs
Students to present at premier IT conference
Knupp and Allen will be the only undergraduate students presenting by themselves Wednesday, Feb. 20, at the EDUCAUSE Learning Initiative annual conference
Berkeley Glenn Elementary partners with JMU for energy activities
Students at Berkely Glenn Elementary School will examine where energy comes from, read books about energy,
Chemistry professor earns $100,000 research award
Paul Raston, an assistant professor of Chemistry at James Madison University, has been awarded a $100,000 Cottrell Scholar Award.
ROTC luncheon to honor Vietnam veterans
James Madison University ROTC is hosting the 5th annual Vietnam War Commemoration Luncheon on Friday, February 15, from 10:45 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.
JMU to name new residence hall after Paul Jennings, a Madison family slave
In Fall 2019, James Madison University will open a new residence hall that will be home to 500 students and bear the name Paul Jennings Hall.
February 2019 Board of Visitors Summary of Actions & Discussions
The James Madison University Board of Visitors met Friday, February 8, 2019, in the Board Room of Madison’s Festival Conference and Student Center.
Experts can discuss aspects of Valentine's Day
Marketing professional and relationship expert can discuss retail trends and heartfelt gift giving for Valentine's Day.
JMU governing board to meet Friday (2019)
The JMU Board of Visitors will meet on Feb. 8
Students advocate for immunization programs
Four James Madison University nursing students and their advisor have been selected to attend the annual Shot@Life Champion Summit
Unique Insight into the Upcoming Super Bowl
Faculty with JMU offer insight into their experiences in managing the logistics of an event of this magnitude and examine questions that aren't often making headlines.
JMU to host Justice John Charles Thomas
JMU will host Justice John Charles Thomas, a retired justice of the Supreme Court of Virginia, for a Madison Vision Series event on campus Feb. 7
Dr. Michael Busing named dean of the College of Business
After a national search, James Madison University is pleased to announce that Dr. Michael Busing will become the next dean of JMU’s College of Business.
Updated Exam Schedule for Exams Moved Due to Weather
Due to inclement weather, James Madison University opened at 12 p.m. on Monday, Dec. 10, 2018. Click to view the revised exam schedule.
Shelton shows how scholarships change lives
At the campaign launch, senior Centennial Scholar Katrina Shelton ('19 Biology and Pre-med) shares her story of homelessness, hope, and how a single email message made all the difference.
November 2018 Board of Visitors Summary of Actions and Discussions
The James Madison University Board of Visitors met Friday, Nov. 9, 2018, in the Board Room of Madison’s Festival Conference and Student Center.
JMU governing board to meet Friday (2018)
The JMU Board of Visitors will meet at 1 p.m. on Friday, Nov. 9.
Majors’ gift to encourage innovation, creativity, collaboration and entrepreneurship
Majors name the Major Laboratory for Innovation, Collaboration, Creativity and Entrepreneurship in the future College of Business Learning Complex.
September 2018 Board of Visitors Summary of Actions & Discussions
The JMU Board of Visitors met Friday, Sept. 14, 2018, in the Board Room of Madison’s Festival Conference and Student Center.
April 2018 Board of Visitors Summary of Actions & Discussions
The James Madison University Board of Visitors met on Friday, April 27, 2018 at 1 p.m. in the Board Room of the JMU Festival Conference and Student Center.
Additional mumps vaccination recommended
The CDC has advised that a third dose of the vaccine can boost your immunity against mumps.
February 2018 Board of Visitors Summary of Actions & Discussions
The James Madison University Board of Visitors met on Friday, February 9, 2018 at 1 p.m. in the Board Room of the JMU Festival Conference and Student Center.
Campus Construction Update
More than $250 million worth of projects will be in progress during the spring semester
November 2017 Board of Visitors Summary of Actions & Discussions
The James Madison University Board of Visitors met Friday, Nov. 10, 2017
Board of Visitors Summary of Actions & Discussions
The James Madison University Board of Visitors met Friday, Sept. 29, 2017, in the Board Room of Madison's Festival Conference and Student Center.
June 2017 Board of Visitors Summary of Actions and Discussions
The James Madison University Board of Visitors met Thursday and Friday, June 1-2, 2017, at the Boar's Head Inn in Charlottesville, Va.
JMU to honor May 2017 graduates
Commencement ceremonies planned for May 4-6. Arthur Moats ('12), Pittsburgh Steelers linebacker, will serve as guest speaker.
April 2017 Board of Visitors Summary of Actions and Discussions
The James Madison University Board of Visitors met Friday, April 7, 2017, in the Board Room of Madison's Festival Conference and Student Center.
A Blizzard of Generosity
A blizzard of generosity made the university's second annual Giving Day a resounding success, as more than $600,000 was raised on March 14, despite a snow storm that closed the university.
January 2017 Board of Visitors Summary of Actions and Discussions
The JMU Board of Visitors met on Friday, Jan. 13, 2017

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