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JMU Health Update - Nov. 20
The university observed 2 new positive cases of COVID-19 at the Health Center yesterday, 3 self-reported student cases.
JMU Health Update - Nov. 19
The university observed 2 new positive cases of COVID-19 at the Health Center yesterday, and 1 self-reported student case.
Giving Thanks
As we prepare to enter the season of giving thanks, I want to convey my gratitude to the JMU community for coming together.
Important changes to Virginia COVID-19 regulations
As COVID-19 surges in many states across the country, Gov. Ralph Northam announced new actions to mitigate the spread.
JMU Health Update - Nov. 18
The university observed 5 new positive cases of COVID-19 at the Health Center yesterday, and 0 self-reported student cases.
JMU Health Update - Nov. 17
The university observed 6 new positive cases of COVID-19 at the Health Center yesterday, as well as 1 self-reported student case.
JMU Health Update - Nov. 16
The university observed 0 new positive cases of COVID-19 at the Health Center on Friday and over the weekend, as well as 4 self-reported student cases.
JMU Health Update - Nov. 13
The university observed 5 new positive cases of COVID-19 at the Health Center yesterday, as well as 0 self-reported cases.
JMU Health Update - Nov. 12
The university observed 4 new positive cases of COVID-19 at the Health Center yesterday, as well as 1 self-reported case.
'The Future of Bipartisanship'
Del. Kirk Cox ('79) and Sen. Scott Surovell ('93) share their experiences and hopefulness.
JMU Health Update - Nov. 11
The university observed 1 new positive case of COVID-19 at the Health Center yesterday, as well as 2 self-reported cases.
Virtual field trips created by JMU professors gain national recognition
A pair of virtual field trips prepared by two JMU geology professors have been placed in the “Exemplary Teaching Activity collection.”
JMU Health Update - Nov. 10
The university observed 0 new positive cases of COVID-19 at the Health Center yesterday, as well as 0 self-reported cases.
JMU Quad to host annual Veterans Day flag display Wednesday
Veterans Day commemorates and honors military service and marks the anniversary of the armistice that ended World War I in 1918.
Rare minerals gift makes JMU museum a must see
The collection is well-known within the mineralogy community, but until now very few people have been granted the opportunity to view it.
JMU Health Update - Nov. 9
The university observed 2 new positive cases of COVID-19 at the Health Center on Friday and over the weekend, as well as 6 self-reported cases.
Mega mineral gift
JMU has received a mineral collection valued at more than $16.8 million from the late Peter L. Via of Roanoke. The gift is the largest in JMU history.
Board of Visitors Summary of Actions and Discussions
The JMU Board of Visitors met on Friday, Nov. 6, 2020, at 1 p.m. The following is a summary of actions taken by the board and key areas of discussion.
JMU Health Update - Nov. 6
The university observed 2 new positive cases of COVID-19 at the Health Center yesterday, as well as 2 self-reported cases.
JMU Health Update - Nov. 5
The university observed 6 new positive cases of COVID-19 at the Health Center yesterday, as well as 0 self-reported cases.
JMU Board of Visitors to meet Friday, Nov. 6, 2020
The James Madison University Board of Visitors will meet on Friday, Nov. 6, 2020 at 1 p.m. in the Festival Conference and Student Center.
Madison Vision Series event to focus on bipartisanship
Two JMU alumni on opposite sides of the aisle in Richmond will lead the discussion.
JMU Health Update - Nov. 4
The university observed 0 new positive cases of COVID-19 at the Health Center yesterday, as well as 0 self-reported case.
JMU and the election
The importance of young voters cannot be overstated and we believe that it is not just a right, but a responsibility, to vote.
JMU Health Update - Nov. 3
The university observed 5 new positive cases of COVID-19 at the Health Center yesterday as well as 1 self-reported case.
JMU Health Update - Nov. 2
The university observed 3 new positive cases of COVID-19 at the Health Center on Friday and over the weekend, as well as 4 self-reported cases.
JMU Health Update - Oct. 30
The university observed 1 new positive case of COVID-19 at the Health Center yesterday, as well as 0 self-reported cases.
Stop the Spread this Halloween
Halloween activities invite spooky fun while staying safer.
“Uncomplicit” student artists join protests through visual art
James Madison University students join the voices raised in protest across the country in the latest exhibition at ArtWorks Gallery.
JMU Health Update - Oct. 29
The university observed 1 new positive case of COVID-19 at the Health Center yesterday, as well as 0 self-reported cases..
JMU Health Update - Oct. 28
The university observed 0 new positive cases of COVID-19 at the Health Center yesterday, as well as 2 self-reported cases.
JMU Health Update - Oct. 27
The university observed 0 new positive cases of COVID-19 at the Health Center yesterday, as well as 0 self-reported cases.
JMU Health Update - Oct. 26
The university observed 3 new positive cases of COVID-19 at the Health Center Friday and over the weekend, as well as 4 self-reported cases.
JMU to host voter event featuring Senate candidate
Daniel Gade, Republican candidate for U.S. Senate, will discuss the pandemic, the economy, national security and other topics at 6 p.m. Tuesday.
JMU Health Update - Oct. 23
The university observed 0 new positive cases of COVID-19 at the Health Center yesterday, as well as 0 self-reported cases.
JMU announces spring 2021 operational plans
Spring semester 2021 will look different from those in the past at JMU to maintain safety and academics during the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic.
JMU Health Update - Oct. 22
If students and their families have questions and can’t readily find the answers in our FAQs, call the Stop the Spread HELPline, which is open Monday through Friday.
New JMU brain research could help understand Autism causes
The National Institutes of Health grant will enable the student-driven research team to study early neural networks.
JMU Health Update - Oct. 21
The university observed 2 new positive cases of COVID-19 at the Health Center yesterday, as well as 1 self-reported case.
JMU Health Update - Oct. 20
The university observed 0 new positive cases of COVID-19 at the Health Center yesterday, as well as 3 self-reported cases.
JMU Health Update - Oct. 19
Two weeks after returning to in-person and hybrid learning, the positivity rate and the number of active cases remain low at JMU.
Updates on Off-Campus Incident - Oct. 17
An incident and subsequent fire took place this morning at a commercial area off-campus at the Miller Circle area of S. Main Street, about a mile south of campus.
JMU Health Update - Oct. 16
The university observed 4 new positive cases of COVID-19 at the Health Center yesterday, as well as 1 self-reported case.
Election fatigue is real; JMU expert offers coping mechanisms
Psychology professor Ben Blankenship discusses what triggers people’s emotions and ways they can cope during elections.
Statement on political discourse from President Alger
We can and must also model how to engage in political and civic discourse in respectful and thoughtful ways, in keeping with our educational mission.
JMU Health Update - Oct. 15
The university observed 5 new positive cases of COVID-19 at the Health Center yesterday, as well as 2 self-reported cases.
JMU schedules virtual December commencement
The COVID-19 pandemic is once again necessitating a virtual commencement ceremony for the James Madison University Class of 2020.
JMU Health Update - Oct. 14
The university observed 2 new positive cases of COVID-19 at the Health Center yesterday, as well as 4 self-reported cases.
JMU Health Update - Oct. 13
The university observed 4 new positive cases of COVID-19 at the Health Center yesterday, as well as 1 self-reported employee case.
JMU Health Update - Oct. 12
The University Health Center began weekend hours this past Saturday and Sunday and will continue doing so.
New Duke Hall Gallery exhibit explores textile traditions
The Southeast Fibers Educators Association will present their works in a new online exhibition called In Flux at the Duke Hall Gallery.
We persevere together
President Alger calls for a spirit of unity and fortitude.
JMU poet is finalist for Library of Virginia Literary Award
Lauren Alleyne is one of three finalists in the poetry category for the Library of Virginia’s 23rd Annual Literary Awards.
JMU Health Update - Oct. 9
The university observed 4 new positive cases of COVID-19 at the Health Center yesterday as well as 3 self-reported cases.
Voter events feature former governor, city council candidates
Former Virginia Gov. Terry McAuliffe will represent the Joe Biden presidential campaign and discuss the pandemic, the economy.
JMU Health Update - Oct. 8
The university observed 5 new positive cases of COVID-19 at the Health Center yesterday as well as 0 self-reported cases.
JMU physics major has big plans researching tiny particles
Physics major Elizabeth Moore has started working on a research project supported by the Thomas Jefferson National Accelerator Facility.
JMU Health Update - Oct. 7
The university observed 0 new positive cases of COVID-19 at the Health Center yesterday as well as 0 self-reported cases.
JMU Health Update - Oct. 6
It took a while for senior Allison Wilkin to find her place at JMU. Now the sport and recreation management major is volunteering to be a sounding board.
COVID-19 Update - Oct. 5
The university observed 8 new positive cases of COVID-19 at the Health Center over the weekend as well as 0 self-reported cases.
COVID-19 Update - Oct. 2
The university observed 1 new positive case of COVID-19 at the Health Center yesterday as well as 2 self-reported cases.
COVID-19 Update - Oct. 1
The university observed 5 new positive cases of COVID-19 at the Health Center yesterday as well as 2 self-reported cases.
COVID-19 Update - Sept. 30
The university observed 3 new positive cases of COVID-19 at the Health Center yesterday as well as 3 self-reported cases.
WSJ ranks JMU highly in outcomes, engagement
JMU ranks #109 in outcomes and #111 in engagement in the 2021 Wall Street Journal/Times Higher Education College Rankings of 797 schools.
JMU supports local fire departments by ‘Lighting the Night’
For the second year, JMU is partnering with the HFD and the National Fallen Firefighters Foundation to “Light the Night.”
COVID-19 Update - Sept. 29
The university observed 0 new positive cases of COVID-19 at the Health Center Monday as well as 1 self-reported case.
COVID-19 Update - Sept. 28
Over the weekend, the university observed 10 new positive cases of COVID-19 at the Health Center as well as 7 self-reported cases.
Return to in-person learning
With all of these enhancements, we must emphasize how critically important it will be for everyone to follow public health guidance.
COVID-19 Update - Sept. 25
Yesterday, the university observed 2 new positive cases of COVID-19 at the Health Center as well as 8 self-reported cases.
COVID-19 Update - Sept. 24
On Wednesday, Sept. 23, the university observed 3 new positive cases of COVID-19 at the Health Center, 10 self-reported cases.
MVS event focuses on free-speech protections on college campuses
ACLU lawyer Emerson Sykes will discuss the First Amendment on college campuses, focusing on the differences between public and private campuses.
COVID-19 Update - Sept. 23
On Tuesday, Sept. 22, the university observed 0 new positive cases of COVID-19 at the Health Center as well as 2 self-reported cases, with 43 becoming considered “recovered.”
JMU welcomes new associate vice president of diversity, equity and inclusion
After an extensive search, JMU welcomes Brent Lewis as the inaugural associate vice president for diversity, equity and inclusion.
COVID-19 Update - Sept. 22
On Monday, Sept. 21, the university observed 2 new positive cases of COVID-19 at the Health Center as well as 10 self-reported cases, with 22 becoming considered “recovered.”
COVID-19 Update - Sept. 21
The university observed 10 new positive cases of COVID-19 on Friday, Sept. 18, 7 on Saturday, Sept. 19, and 3 on Sunday, Sept. 20.
Virginia research libraries to host virtual forum in advance of Elsevier negotiations
JMU will join other state research libraries in discussing the unsustainable cost of accessing Elsevier’s academic journals and options to make research more accessible.
September 2020 Board of Visitors Summary of Action and Discussions
The James Madison University Board of Visitors met Friday, Sept. 18, 2020, in the Festival Conference and Student Center.
JMU’s Plans to Return to In-Person Learning on Oct. 5
The Board of Visitors hears plans for a safe return at Sept. 18 meeting.
COVID-19 Update - Sept. 18
The university observed 6 new positive cases of COVID-19 on Sept. 17, as well as 10 self-reported positive cases, with 50 cases becoming considered “recovered,” meaning they are no longer infectious.
JMU Board of Visitors to meet Friday, Sept. 18, 2020
The James Madison University Board of Visitors will meet on Friday, Sept. 18, 2020, at 1 p.m. in the Festival Conference and Student Center.
COVID-19 Update - Sept. 17
The university observed 5 new positive cases of COVID-19 on Sept. 16, as well as 11 self-reported positive cases, with 28 cases becoming considered “recovered,” meaning they are no longer infectious.
JMU art professor and diversity leader awarded first Beck Faculty Fellowship
Susan Zurbrigg, a professor of art and unit head for painting and drawing has been selected as the first Beck Faculty Fellowship recipient.
COVID-19 Update - Sept. 16
The university observed 0 new positive cases of COVID-19 on Sept. 15, with 61 cases becoming considered “recovered,” meaning they are no longer infectious.
COVID-19 Update - Sept. 15
The university observed 13 new positive cases of COVID-19 on Sept. 14, with 55 cases becoming considered “recovered,” meaning they are no longer infectious.
JMU researchers zero in on solution for managing invasive tegu lizards
The research shows for the first time that female tegus follow male scent trails during mating season.
Change in university deadline
JMU is extending the deadline for receiving a full refund upon withdrawing from the university from Sept. 15 to midnight on Sept. 26.
COVID-19 Update - Sept. 14
Over Friday, Saturday and Sunday, the university observed 54 new positive cases of COVID-19, with 285 cases becoming considered “recovered.”
COVID-19 Update - Sept. 11
Yesterday, the university observed 38 new positive cases of COVID-19, with 37 cases becoming considered “recovered,” meaning they are no longer infectious.
Isolation Inspires Creativity in JMU Student Artists
ArtWorks Gallery will open a new exhibition called “Inspired in Isolation,” featuring works created by select students of all years during quarantine.
JMU COVID-19 update
A regular Stop the Spread e-newsletter to keep the JMU Family informed about new developments aimed at keeping us safe
Quarantine, Isolation and other information from the UHC
As the number of people testing positive for COVID-19 continues to rise, we are asking you to remain diligent in taking precautions to protect yourself.
Answers to questions related to temporary transition to online classes
We began this year with a mix of in-person, hybrid, and online classes. We weighed many factors when deciding to offer in-person instruction.
City, county, university leadership working together to Stop the Spread
As COVID-19 cases rise locally, community leaders are strengthening their partnerships and continuing to work together to combat the spread.
A temporary transition to online learning
Protecting the health of our Harrisonburg and Rockingham County community—including students, faculty, staff—is our top priority.
JMU women powering up
Beth McConnell Bliss (’84) encourages all JMU women to give this week. “We can do this. We should do this.”
Cautious Optimism
Welcome to another year at James Madison University, one that obviously has started unlike any other in the 112-year history of the institution.
JMU Launches COVID-19 Dashboard
JMU has published a COVID-19 dashboard that will show a number of data points, including positive cases in JMU students and employees.
JMU Supply Chain Club sends medical supplies to Africa
The JMU Supply Chain Club team will load the second of two 40-foot containers with medical supplies destined for Africa on Tuesday, August 25.
University Response to the Defacement of Spirit Rock
This kind of vandalism does not constitute protected speech and will not be tolerated, and cameras have been installed that are aimed at the rock.
Welcoming back students
Campus is coming back to life and first-year students begin moving into their on-campus housing today.
JMU once again recognized as one of nation's top colleges
JMU continues to be recognized by The Princeton Review as one of the nation's best institutions for higher education.
Policy and process updates made due to new Title IX regulations
The Department of Education’s Office for Civil Rights released new Title IX regulations in May 2020 with an effective date of Aug.14.
Strong hemp growth boosts JMU-led research consortium
A crop of Canadian hemp is flourishing on a farm east of Harrisonburg where a James Madison University professor continues his research.
JMU prepared for the return of students
Faculty and staff have been working tirelessly to prepare for the return of JMU students beginning Aug 21 when the first wave of freshmen arrive.
Institute for Online Learning: Fall 2020
The JMU Libraries have been preparing professors to teach online for about 20 years, but this year is radically different. Faculty requests for assistance inspired the new Online Learning Institute.
JMU ranks No.1 in VA for post-graduation employment
JMU is the "Best College for Getting a Job" in VA
COVID-19 in Perspective: Course covers the disease, and much more
Students enrolled in a special course are learning about COVID-19 from experts in chemistry; health; history; philosophy; and writing, rhetoric & technical communication.
Flu shots particularly important during COVID-19 pandemic
A flu shot will not protect against COVID-19, but getting one this season will help strengthen the immune system and could lessen the risk.
JMU student organization hosts first “We Hart Racial Equality Virtual 5K”
All proceeds from the fundraiser will go toward endowing a scholarship for underrepresented undergraduate and graduate students.
Fall 2020: The Way Forward
The hallmark of the JMU educational experience is the interaction between our students and faculty in classrooms, studios and labs, and we are excited to welcome students back to campus under the following procedures.
JMU Board of Visitors approves renaming three buildings named for Confederate leaders
The James Madison University Board of Visitors today unanimously approved the removal of the names of three buildings on JMU’s historic Quad that honor Confederate leaders.
Board of Visitors Summary of Actions and Discussions
The James Madison University Board of Visitors met by electronic communications on Tuesday, July 7, 2020, at 1 p.m.
JMU Further Postpones On-Campus Commencement Ceremony for Class of 2020
In compliance with Executive Order #67 prohibiting in-person public gatherings of more than 250 people, the university has decided to further postpone these on-campus ceremonies.
JMU Board of Visitors to meet virtually Tuesday, July 7, 2020
The JMU Board of Visitors will hold a meeting by electronic communications on Tuesday, July 7, 2020, at 1 p.m.
Bees, butterflies and things that sprout can teach valuable lessons at home
Among the lessons gardens teach, Goodall said, are plant life cycles and the benefits of pollinators like bees and butterflies.
JMU places first at national collegiate wind energy competition
A virtual format for a national wind energy competition didn’t stop James Madison University students from excelling once again.
Update on Building Names
President Alger will bring to the Board of Visitors a strong recommendation to remove the names of Confederate military leaders from three campus buildings.
JMU honors Juneteenth as a state holiday
James Madison University will join other state agencies to honor the newly declared Juneteenth holiday.
An Update on Racial Equity Actions and Campus Building Names
Members of the JMU community have participated in discussions and actions near and far, insisting that change is needed and reminding us of the hard work ahead.
‘March for Our Lives’ on JMU’s campus highlights racial injustices
A student-led march on JMU’s campus highlighted racial injustices and honored the black lives lost because of systemic racism and police brutality.
JMU to welcome largest freshman class
Class of 2024 chosen from a record number of applicants.
Fall 2020 semester update
I’d like to share with you the changes that Academic Affairs, in collaboration with our campus partners, has made to the fall 2020 class schedule.
JMU neuroscientist receives $1 million for autism research
George Vidal, an assistant professor of biology, has received $1 million from the National Institutes of Neurological Disorders and Stroke to research an autism risk gene.
Professor has advice for navigating summer vacation during pandemic
For people down about having to scrap or alter summer vacation plans, professor Jaime Kurtz has some advice that could help soothe the blues.
Governor appoints two new members to university governing board
Christopher Falcon, a lawyer from Northern Virginia, and John Lynch, a lawyer from Norfolk, have been appointed by Gov. Ralph Northam to the JMU Board of Visitors.
Fall 2020 Update
As the Commonwealth of Virginia begins to reopen, it’s important that we update you on the specific contingency plans to support the reopening of the campus.
Gus Bus to motor through summer with online reading program
The Gus Bus will continue promoting reading online this summer by offering programming Monday through Thursday from mid-June through July.
Virtual Town Halls on racial injustice set for the JMU community
Town Halls for the JMU community are scheduled on June 3, 4 and 11 to better understand and address racial injustice and inequities.
Return to office guidance
This correspondence is to provide you with important guidance as the Commonwealth of Virginia begins to reopen and as JMU prepares for Fall 2020.
Building a better tomorrow together
I write today with a heavy heart, deeply saddened and disturbed by the recent incidents of hatred and senseless acts of violence.
Prestigious scholars program pumps life into heart research
A JMU sophomore is looking forward to researching a deadly heart disease after being named the university’s inaugural Beckman Scholar.
JMU biology professor joins search for COVID-19 cure
A James Madison University biology professor is doing his part to find a cure for the COVID-19 virus.
JMU community celebrates Class of 2020 on social media
Check out a roundup of UGC posts, using #JMU20, for the JMU Class of 2020.
JMU freezes tuition for all students; No increase for 2020-21 academic year
James Madison University’s Board of Visitors voted today to freeze tuition for in-state and out-of-state undergraduate and graduate students.
Board of Visitors Summary of Actions and Discussions
The James Madison University Board of Visitors met by electronic communications on Friday, May 15, 2020, at 1 p.m.
JMU Board of Visitors to meet virtually Friday, May 15, 2020
The JMU Board of Visitors will hold a meeting by electronic communications on Friday, May 15, 2020, at 1 p.m.
Madison. For Keeps?
One family’s story shows how the pandemic threatens the academic opportunities of JMU students
Watch replay: Spring 2020 Virtual Conferring of Degrees
The Class of 2020 will officially become graduates of James Madison University on May 8.
For the perfect steak, JMU researchers show mathematics doesn’t miss
To get a perfectly cooked steak every time, put it in an oven at 437 degrees, first making sure the temperature at the center of the steak is 44.6 degrees.
An update from President Alger
I want to share some updates with all of you as we continue to work through the pandemic together.
Faculty experts can address COVID-19 topics
The faculty listed here can speak to news media on various subjects related to COVID-19.
JMU Gus Bus goes virtual to promote reading to Harrisonburg children
The coronavirus isn’t stopping the Gus Bus from promoting reading to Harrisonburg schoolchildren in grades K-5.
March 15 Update to Employees
Effective immediately, JMU employees are encouraged to work remotely if you are able to fulfill your job duties without being physically present on campus.
Class aids local immigrants on their quest to citizenship
Michelle Cude, professor of social studies education, designed a class to meet the needs of future teachers and local immigrants seeking citizenship.
JMU tops national list for most Fulbright students
JMU has 15 students studying abroad on Fulbright scholarships this school year, the most of any master’s level university in the country.
JMU rolls out new approach to matching students with jobs
JMU with support from Growth4VA, announced its new approach to matching students with job and internship opportunities through a unique partnership with Handshake.
The science behind how students learn
John Almarode, professor of education, studies what science says about how the brain absorbs information.
7,008 flags to be displayed for fallen veterans
JMU will honor veterans of the armed forces with an extensive flag display on the Quad on Monday, Nov. 11.
A right and a privilege
Long before the 19th Amendment, American women participated in the political process.
Innovating the Future
JMU recognized for its spirit of innovation.

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