Are you looking for ways to get involved on campus? Join us for Explore Madison Week!

Explore Madison week is an opportunity for any JMU student to grow their involvement and community on campus. Events will vary from small student organization involvement fairs to connection events! 

This fall, Explore Madison will be hosted March 2nd through March 6th. Below is our schedule of events. You can also RSVP to our events on BeInvolved. 

We hope to see you there! Please email leader@jmu.edu if you have any questions. Events will continue to be added to our webpage and BeInvolved as we approach the week.

Monday, March 2nd

Explore Madison with Student Leadership and Involvement

9am-10am

It’s time to explore James Madison University! Stop by our table locations across campus to learn about the exciting events we have planned to foster connection and community around campus. Grab some free Chick-Fill-A breakfast too! See you there!  

For more information: https://cglink.me/2hS/r2258955 

Explore Madison Fair 

4pm-6pm

Explore Madison Fair is a great opportunity to meet one of our student organizations! Find your community by meeting with student organization leaders and learn about their impact on the JMU Campus. Smaller than Student Org Night, this event is a great opportunity to meet with the organization you have considered joining!  

For more information: https://cglink.me/2hS/r2258957 

Additional information on which organizations will be present will be published closer to the event. 

Tuesday, March 3rd

Student Organization Leader Lunch

11:30am-1:30pm

This lunch is open to all student organization leaders. Join us to share your experience as a student organization leader with our team and other leaders! Even if you can join us for 30 minutes or the full two hours, we would love for you to join one of table discussions. Lunch will be first come, first served. 

For more information: https://cglink.me/2hS/r2258958 

Trivia 

7pm-9pm

Bring your friends or make new ones in an evening of fun trivia!

For more information: https://cglink.me/2hS/r2256049  

Wednesday, March 4th

Reading and Leading

12:40pm- 1:30pm 

Reading and Leading is a leadership book club for students who want to grow their leadership skills through reflection and building community with others. Through guided conversations about a shared leadership book free of charge to you, you’ll explore how leadership development begins with an open mind and actionable practice.

For more information: https://cglink.me/2hS/r2258555 

Tea Time 

3pm-5pm

Join us for our weekly tradition of tea time in the Union! This is a great opportunity to stop by and meet other students! 

For more information: https://cglink.me/2hS/r2256076 

Community Tables

6pm-8pm

Looking for a way to meet new people, have meaningful conversations, or just take a break from your screen while you eat? Community Tables are here to help you do just that.

Join us every Wednesday evening for dinner in D-Hall and every Sunday afternoon for brunch in E-Hall. These tables are set up to spark connection!Whether you're flying solo or coming with friends. While phones and devices aren’t banned, we hope you’ll keep them tucked away and lean into conversations instead.Conversation cards and games at these tables help break the ice. It’s all about creating a space where students feel welcome, included, and engaged.

For more information: https://cglink.me/2hS/r2258845  

Thursday, March 5th

Crafternoon 

12pm-3pm

Join the Student Leadership and Involvement office for an afternoon of fun and engaging crafts!

For more information: https://cglink.me/2hS/r2255996 

Explore Madison Fair

4pm-6pm 

Explore Madison Fair is a great opportunity to meet one of our student organizations! Find your community by meeting with student organization leaders and learn about their impact on the JMU Campus. Smaller than Student Org Night, this event is a great opportunity to meet with the organization you have considered joining!  

For more information: https://cglink.me/2hS/r2258960 

JMU Underground

6pm-8pm 

Join the Student Leadership and Invovlement office for JMU Underground and enjoy live performances from student bands. 

For more information:https://cglink.me/2hS/r2256022

UPB: Harry Styles Listening Party 

10:30 pm-1 am

Join University Program Board for a Harry Styles listening party celebrating “Kiss All The Time. Disco, Occasionally.” We’ll spin the new album, make cute disco‑themed crafts, and snack on sweet treats worthy of Harry’s House. Bring your friends or make some new ones, your glitter,  and your best vibes — it’s going to be a golden night.

For more information: https://cglink.me/2hS/r2258695 

Friday, March 6th

UPBedtime Bingo

2pm-4pm

Join University Program Board to Play bingo, win cozy prizes to make your bedtime routine more luxurious and have fun!!

For more information: https://cglink.me/2hS/r2258897