Mission

The Office of Student Awards, Initiatives, and Research (STAIR) provides targeted resources for research, intellectual growth, and professional development to support inclusive excellence for all students at JMU. 

Vision

The Office of Student Awards, Initiatives, and Research (STAIR) aims to foster student scholarly and professional development at every stage of their academic journey and beyond. 

Values

Equity, accessibility, engagement, collaboration, mentorship, and opportunity.