This content requires Flash Version 7 or later.

Please upgrade your current plugin to view.

Why Madison?

A glance at How alumni can shape JMU's future

Why Madison? It's the question we've been asking all semester as JMU President Jon Alger travels across the country to meet with university stakeholders. But as the Presidential Listening Tour passes the halfway point, it's worth noting that our question of "why" will eventually become a declaration of "how."

Your feedback, your ideas, and your love for JMU will play a critical role in how this university advances into a new era. So as we share our thoughts of why Madison matters to us, let us also be aware of why it is critical for us to propel JMU forward.

This past year, JMU received more than 26,000 admission applications. Enrollment is on the rise, and the percentage of JMU's budget covered by the state has dramatically decreased over the past decade.

President Alger believes alumni are "the lifeblood" of the university. We have an opportunity to prove him correct. Our donations will help more students afford college. Our advocacy will build awareness for the notable work our graduates do every day. Our involvement will show the world we're ready to make JMU the model for the new American university.

So while I encourage you to read and enjoy our new eNewsletter, to attend our events and socialize with classmates, know these are not the only ways we ask you to remain connected to JMU. Your alma mater needs you. Be a donor. Be a volunteer. Be an advocate. "Why" will soon become "how," and you can help us get there.

Go Dukes

Jamie Jones Miller ('99)
President, JMU Alumni Association

JMU LOVE

JMU LOVE is a movement to build alumni involvement now and in the future by developing Leaders of Volunteer Engagement throughout the JMU community — because involvement is at the heart of the Madison Experience. More …

JMUAA Awards

Know a Duke who makes the world a better place? Visit the awards page and nominate them for one of our distinguished alumni awards. More …

Alumni Deals

The alumni association has partnerships with a number of organizations, offering special deals, pricing and opportunities for JMU alumni. Take advantage of some great alumni deals. More …