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Sep 19 JMU professor receives Smithsonian National Portrait Gallery award
Laura Katzman, professor of art history, has been awarded the 2024 Director’s Essay Prize for Scholars by the Smithsonian National Portrait Gallery.
Sep 13 Board of Visitors summary of actions and discussions
The JMU Board of Visitors met Friday, Sept. 13, in the Festival Conference and Student Center.
Sep 11 Costa Rica study abroad explores wellness, community, longevity
Students and faculty “pura vida” in Costa Rica through academic, cultural and physical activities centered around understanding longevity and wellness.
Sep 10 Meet the Chandlers
Retired horticulturists put down deep roots in Harrisonburg.
Sep 9 JMU celebrates inaugural ‘Game Changer’
Doreen Liccione (’92), an academic adviser in the CoB, is recognized as a “Game Changer” for her outstanding work benefiting JMU Athletics.

Sep 24: Northern Shenandoah Valley Regional Graduate and Professional School Fair
Sep 25: International Bazaar | International Week
Sep 25: Exploring Global Opportunities: Navigating International Internships, Fellowships, and Globally Focused Careers| International Week
Sep 25: Constitution Day Lecture: Raj Vinnakota
Sep 27: Variety Show | International Week
Sep 27: POPS PLUS! Gala Pre-Show Cocktail Reception | Family Weekend
Sep 27: Friday Night Flights

Sep 11 Art history professor receives Smithsonian Institution award
Laura Katzman receives $3,000 and will present lecture on Oct. 15 More Articles >
Sep 4 JMU Arts to Host Pops Plus! Sept. 27
A Collaborative Arts Celebration for Student Scholarships More Articles >
Aug 21 Forbes Center welcomes public to free open house Aug. 31
A free event for all ages with children’s activities, workshops, performances and more. More Articles >
Jun 24 Waynesboro Symphony Orchestra receives 2024 Circle of Excellence in the Arts Award
Recognizing Individuals and Organizations that Enhance and Strengthen the Shenandoah Valley’s Cultural Community More Articles >
Jun 21 The Forbes Center for the Performing Arts announces 2024-25 Masterpiece Season
Celebrating 15 years of artistic excellence! More Articles >

Football: Barnett Selected as Walter Camp FBS Offensive Player of the Week
Tue, 24 Sep 2024 12:00 p.m.
James Madison quarterback Alonza Barnett III added another major national honor to his ledger, as he was named the Walter Camp National FBS Offensive Player of the Week, as
Women's Soccer: Lackey, Swartz Sweep Sun Belt Weekly Awards
Tue, 24 Sep 2024 3:00 p.m.
Following an emphatic 7-2 victory to open conference play over Southern Miss, two James Madison women's soccer members grabbed Sun Belt Player of the Week honors, the
Men's Soccer: Materazzi Tabbed Sun Belt Defensive Player of the Week
Tue, 24 Sep 2024 12:00 p.m.
After aiding No. 21 James Madison to its third and fourth straight wins, graduate Davide Materazzi has been tabbed Sun Belt Conference Defensive Player of the Week, the league
Football: Barnett III Named AP National Player of the Week, Earns Multiple National Awards
Mon, 23 Sep 2024 2:45 p.m.
James Madison quarterback Alonza Barnett III was recognized as the Associated Press National Player of the Week after turning in a seven-touchdown performance in the Dukes'
Football: James Madison Named Cheez-It National Team of the Week
Mon, 23 Sep 2024 12:00 p.m.
James Madison has been named the Cheez-It National Team of the Week following its record-setting win at North Carolina, as selected by the All-America Committee of the Football