Academic Affairs Mission Statement
Student Affairs Mission Statement
Campus Services
Phone: (540) 568-6616
Web site: http://www.jmu.edu/acadaffairs/mission.htm
Our mission is to provide an
exceptional educational experience, designed to meet the changing needs of our
students in society and dedicated to achieving the highest level of excellence
within our academic programs.
We strive to focus on the
student both as an individual and as a member of the global community. Our
faculty are dedicated mentors who are scholars, innovative teachers, and models
of responsibility and accountability. Our staff are creative and talented
colleagues who are committed to providing a supportive environment that
facilitates learning and development.
Student Affairs Mission Statement
Phone: (540) 568-3685
http://www.jmu.edu/stuaffairs/
We are committed to preparing
students to be educated and enlightened citizens who will lead productive and
meaningful lives.
Campus Services
Academic Advising and Career Development
301 Wilson Hall, MSC 1016
Phone: (540) 568-6555
Web site: http://www.jmu.edu/aacd/
There are a variety of career
development services on campus to assist students at various stages of the
career exploration and job search process. These services are part of the
Student Success Center in Wilson Hall. Professional career counselors are
available to discuss vocational objectives and a career resource center
augments students’ career decision-making and job search activities.
A continuous on-campus
interviewing program by employers from public schools, businesses, industries
and government agencies is arranged during each school year in Sonner Hall.
Workshops on job-hunting
strategies, resume writing, completing applications and interviewing are
offered on a regular basis. Job vacancies from a variety of organizations are
available in the resource center in Wilson Hall.
Bookstore
211 Bluestone Drive, MSC 2902
Phone: (540) 568-6121
Web site: http://www.jmu.edu/bookstore
The JMU Bookstore stocks all
textbooks used by the academic schools and departments, as well as a large
selection of general and technical books. The store also sells school, office
and computer supplies, software, clothing, gifts, magazines and greeting cards.
For students’ convenience, the bookstore provides the following services
§ Special orders for books
§ Textbook buy back
§ Gift certificates
§ Film processing
§ Bus tickets
§ Computer services
Card Services
Warren Hall, Third Floor, MSC 3532
Phone: (540) 568-6446
Web site: http://www.jmu.edu/cardctr/
Card Services issues the JMU
access card, which is the official identification card for all members of the
university community. The JAC allows access to various campus facilities and
services. It is also used for meal plans, dining dollar declining balance
accounts and FLEX declining balance accounts, all of which are administered by
Card Services. FLEX declining balance accounts are honored for purchases or
services in the following areas: bookstore, on- campus copy centers and copy
machines, game room, library fines, Mister Chips convenience store, postal
services, University Health Center, University Recreation Center, Printing Labs
located across campus, Masterpiece Theatre, Parking Services, UPB movies,
on-campus vending machines, Warren Hall Ticket Office and all dining services
locations as well as many off campus locations such as Chanellos, Biltmore
Grill, IHOP, Latalia, Blimpies, Chilis, China Express, Luigi’s, Movie Max,
Pargos, RT’s Chicken, Spanky’s and Subway, The Look, Carribean Tan, Dominios
Pizza and more to come.
Copy Center
Medical Arts Suite 31,MSC 5722
Phone: (540) 568-3263
HHS Room 1002, MSC 4311
Phone: (540) 568-8731
Web site: http://www.jmu.edu/copycenter
The university Copy Centers
are owned and operated by the university as a service to the campus community.
There are two locations conveniently operating extended hours and providing a
full range of photocopying services. Academic coursepack service, copyright
permission service, full color copying, digital copying and digital file
storage, network printing, binding, laminating and express photocopying service
is available. Hours of operation vary according to location. All centers are
closed for university holidays.
Center for Multicultural/ International Student
Services
Warren Hall, Room 245, MSC 3504
Phone: (540) 568-6636
Web site: http://www.jmu.edu/multicultural
The Center for
Multicultural/International Student Services strives to celebrate the diversity
of our students by fostering student growth and development, heightening awareness,
and educating our constituents regarding ethnic and cultural diversity.
Our purpose is:
§ To assist the university in its goal of
recruitment of multicultural and international students, faculty and staff
§ To increase the retention of multicultural
and international students through a host of program services designed to
assist these students in achieving their academic and career aspirations
§ To encourage the development of a climate
in which accomplishments of multicultural and international students are
appreciated
§ To create an environment through which
multicultural and international students can continue to be an active part of
the mainstream of campus life
The office works diligently to provide the following
services:
Recruitment and Retention
§ Site visits and recruitment fairs
§ Transition Program
§ Academic Follow-up
§ Mentor Program
§ Educational Skills Development
§ High School Male Academy and Female
Institute
Cultural Programming and Awareness
§ Campus wide events featuring our
multicultural education series, special programs and performances
§ Educational activities including diversity
workshops
§ Social activities such as homecoming step
show, dances and receptions
§ International Week celebration
Student Support
§ Monthly newsletter
§ Semester cultural calendar
§ Resources & referrals to our library,
scholarship and internship information
§ Student Organization advising
§ Assessment and evaluation
International Student Development
§ Transition America: International Student
Orientation
§ Cultural Exchange Program
§ Friendship Families: for community support
and an introduction to U.S. family life
§ Madison International – Ashby Hall
§ Annual International Student Leadership
Conference
Leadership Development
§ Organizational Roundtable
§ Leadership Training Programs
§ Assistance or sponsorship for leadership
conferences
Convenience Store
Phone: (540) 568-3922
JMU’s on-campus convenience
store, Mister Chips, is owned and operated by the university. It sells a wide
variety of products including snacks and beverages, health and grooming aids,
newspapers, greeting cards, novelties, flowers and balloons. Mister Chips also
provides film processing.
Counseling and Student Development Center
Varner House, Room 101, MSC 0801
Phone: (540) 568-6552
Web site: http://www.jmu.edu/counselingctr/
The Counseling and Student
Development Center provides mental health services, developmental skills
assistance and human relations services to the student community. Through
individual therapy, group counseling and psycho-educational programming, the
center helps students to:
§ Resolve personal conflicts
§ Deal with emotional distress
§ Develop more effective and satisfying
lifestyles
§ Overcome sexual abuse trauma
§ Improve interpersonal relationships
§ Recover from substance abuse
§ Enhance educational development
In addition to counseling and
therapy, the center provides consultative services and psycho-educational
programs to students, faculty members, administrators and parents. Consultative
services provide individuals the opportunity to consult with a counselor and
obtain assistance in assessing a problem, considering how to help someone who
may be having personal or mental health difficulties and/or obtaining
information about psychological and mental health services. Consultation can
also assist with referrals to mental health providers in the Harrisonburg
community. Psycho-educational services provide a variety of workshops and
presentations (such as stress management, interpersonal communication, family
dynamics and weight and eating concerns) to assist students with their academic
success and personal well being.
Services are available to all
full-time students; limited services are available to part-time students. The
center is staffed by psychologists and counselors. All contacts with the center
are treated on a confidential basis unless other arrangements are made.
Appointments can be made by calling the center or stopping by the office. In
case of a mental health emergency after regular office hours, call the campus
police for assistance at (540) 568-6911.
Dining Services
Gibbons Hall, Entrance 7, MSC 0901
Phone: (540) 568-6751
Web site: http://www.jmu.edu/dining/
Nutrition is important
throughout life, and the college years are no exception. JMU Dining Services is
one of the largest departments at the university, supporting the academic life
of the entire community seven days per week with convenient, tasty meals and
refreshments. The department serves the entire campus in 14 different venues
across campus, ranging from espresso bars to cheeseburgers.
To meet the varied needs of
individual students, Dining Services provides different meal plans. All
on-campus residents may choose from among three meal plans, which come with the
“Student Housing and Food Contract.” They are the 19-Meal Plan, the 14-Meal
Plan and Any-11-Premier Meal Plan. All of these plans provide the student with
more good food at less cost per meal than any other means available. Commuters,
who do not automatically have meal plans, may purchase any of the on-campus
plans and have the additional options of a ten, five and three meal plan.
The department also offers
declining balance accounts that operate similar to a debit card. Students using
this plan, called Dining Dollars, get a 5-percent discount and pay no sales tax
on anything they buy. Cash sales are also welcome at all Dining Services
locations.
Disability Services
Wilson Hall, Room 107, MSC 1009
Voice/TDD: (540) 568-6705
Web site: www.jmu.edu/disabilityser
The Office of Disability
Services ensures that the university complies with Section 504 of the
Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).
Section 504 and the ADA guarantee the rights of all students with documented
disabilities equal access to an education, which is limited only by personal
ability and not by their disability.
Our mission is to assist the
university in creating an accessible community where students with disabilities
have an equal opportunity to fully participate in their educational experience
at JMU. We cooperate through partnerships with students, faculty, and staff to
provide reasonable accommodations, services and programs that enable equal
access and encourage and assist students in the development of independence,
responsibility and effective self-advocacy.
Individuals eligible for services include, but not limited
to, those with
§ Learning Disabilities
§ Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder
§ Mobility/Orthopedic impairments
§ Deaf and Hard of Hearing
§ Blindness and Low Vision
§ Traumatic Brain Injuries
§ Chronic Illnesses such as diabetes, cystic
fibrosis, epilepsy, etc.
§ Psychiatric disorders
Depending on a students special needs, the following services
may be available to JMU students with documented disabilities:
§ Assessment of disability-related needs
§ Specialized academic advising
§ Consultation/liaison with faculty &
other university departments
§ Academic support services
§ Learning strategies
§ Alternative testing accommodations
§ Special Housing Requests
§ Books on Tape
§ Paratransit – campus transportation
services for mobility impairments
In order to provide effective
and reasonable accommodations, students will be required to provide
documentation of their disability. Documentation should indicate the student’s
current level of functioning. It should also state the diagnosis of a
disability, indicate the substantial limitations resulting from the disability
and provide a justification for reasonable accommodations. Guidelines for the
documentation of a disability can be requested from Disability Services or
found at the following Web site: www.jmu.edu/disabilityser/documentation.htm. This information will help Disability Services
provide each student with appropriate, reasonable accommodations and support
services.
For more information on how to
secure accommodations for students with disabilities or for information about
policies, procedures and resources regarding services for students with
disabilities, contact this office.
Facilities Management
University Services Building, Room 207B, MSC 7001
Facilities Management is
responsible for planning, acquiring, building, maintaining, managing and
directing the capital assets of the university. Maintenance includes heating,
cooling, integrated waste management, grounds cleaning and beautification.
Routine maintenance and cleaning services for campus residential facilities are
provided by Facilities Management through the Office of Residence Life.
Facilities Management is also responsible for integrated pest management,
utilities, The Edith J. Carrier Arboretum, transportation services for the
university and the Locksmiths shop. Emergency services can be obtained by calling
568-6101 Monday-Friday, from 7:30 a.m. to 11:30 p.m. During nights, weekends,
and holidays, please call Campus Police at 568-6911.
Mail Services
Warren Hall, MSC 0001
Phone: (540) 568-6257
Web site: www.jmu.edu/postoffice
JMU Mail Services is a fully
functional Post Office serving the entire JMU community. We offer a wide
variety of mailing supplies. We also offer UPS shipping service, fax service,
on demand delivery and much more. There is a USPS stamp vending machine outside
our office in Warren Hall and one in the Festival Building. There are USPS drop
boxes, as well as JMU Mail Services drop boxes, located throughout the
university for your convenience.
Student mail is delivered
between 10:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. with deliveries from UPS, DHL, FedEx, etc.
throughout the day. Packages too large for mailboxes are received into our
computer system. Notification slips are put into student mailboxes and e-mails
are sent to the student. Any outgoing mail received after 4:00 p.m. will be
postmarked the following business day. All outgoing UPS packages are picked up
Monday through Friday at 3:00 p.m.
Office of Affirmative Action
1017 Harrison St., Harrisonburg, VA 22807, MSC 5802
Voice/TDD: (540) 568-6991
Fax: (540) 568-7992
Web site: http://www.jmu.edu/affirmact/
The Office of Affirmative
Action promotes the practice of and adherence to the equal opportunity policies
of James Madison University. Bringing diversity to JMU, the program assists in
the identification and recruitment of qualified individuals who normally have
been underrepresented in the university. It also sponsors workshops on various
subjects such as sexual harassment, disabilities, affirmative action, etc. The
Office of Affirmative Action also provides a place where individuals who feel
that they have been subjected to harassment or discrimination due to race,
color, national origin, religion, gender, age, veteran status, political
affiliation or disability can file a complaint for an impartial resolution.
Inquires may directed to the Office of Affirmative Action.
Office of Judicial Affairs
Fredrickson C101, MSC 2901
Phone: (540) 568-6218
Web site: http://www.jmu.edu/judicial
The Office of Judicial Affairs
is committed to promoting student learning, civic responsibility and, in
partnership with others, developing the environment necessary for the
university to best achieve its educational mission.
Ombudsperson
Huffman Hall, Room A101, MSC 2401
Voice: (540) 568-6275
The president of the
university has empowered a member of the student affairs staff to serve as
ombudsperson. The Ombudsperson is committed to providing students with
impartial, independent and confidential support regarding university policy,
procedure and regulations. Through collaboration with the student, the
Ombudsperson
§ Facilitates the resolution of student issues and concerns
§ Provides direction to students on procedure and regulations
§ Provides confidential, impartial
facilitation of communication
The current Ombudsperson is
Jim McConnel, who can be reached at mcconnjw@jmu.edu.
Parking Services
Parking Deck, 381 Bluestone Drive , MSC 1301
Phone: (540) 568-3300
Web site: www.jmu.edu/parking/
All vehicles parked on
property owned, operated or leased by James Madison University are required to
display a valid JMU parking permit. For information regarding the university’s
parking regulations refer to the Parking and Traffic Regulations Handbook.
A copy of the handbook may be obtained free of charge upon request at the
Parking Services office. Updated information can be obtained through our Web
site. For additional questions and concerns contact Parking Services between
7:00 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday.
Public Safety
Shenandoah Hall, MSC 6302
Phone: (540) 568-6913
Web site: http://www.jmu.edu/pubsafety/index.shtml
The Office of Public Safety consists of law enforcement and
safety services. The office supports and advances the educational purposes of
the university through the provision of a safe and secure environment for
learning, working and personal development.
Police
The university police are
commissioned officers with comprehensive law enforcement powers. University
police continually patrol JMU’s campus and facilities, providing full-service
protection to the JMU campus community.
The Campus Police Cadet
Program carefully screens and trains students to aid the university police.
Cadets are on duty from 7 p.m. until 2 a.m. each weeknight and until 3 a.m. on
weekends. Cadets are responsible for patrolling the campus and securing
academic and administrative buildings each evening. In addition, they provide
escort services to students walking across campus. When cadets are off duty,
university police officers escort students as needed.
Safety
The university safety engineer
is responsible for conducting safety surveys and inspections; investigating
fires, hazardous material spills and other dangerous conditions and providing
environmental and workplace safety and health awareness training.
Residence Life
Huffman Hall, MSC 2401
Phone: (540) 568-6275
Web site: http://web.jmu.edu/reslife/
The Office of Residence Life
oversees multiple functions related to living and learning at James Madison
University. Offices and programs within the department focus on student
learning, student development, and successful transitions throughout the
university experience. This department includes the First-Year Involvement
Center (FYI), Residential Learning Programs, Housing Operations and Business
Operations.
Residential Learning Programs
oversees the selection, training and supervision of residence hall staff,
develops policies and procedures for hall operations, and administers the
delivery of programs and services designed to promote student success. Housing
Operations manages all university-sponsored housing facilities, including the
administration of contracts and room assignments. Business Operations
coordinates all maintenance and housekeeping services and manages residence
hall summer projects.
Graduate Student Housing
The university sponsors a
limited number of efficiency apartments for upper-class and graduate students.
Students interested in more information regarding university housing may
contact the Office of Residence Life.
Student Government Association
Taylor Hall, Room 203, JMU Box 3523
Phone: (540) 568-6376
Web site: http://sga.jmu.edu/
Students, faculty and
administration share the responsibility for governing JMU. They are represented
on the University Council, on its commissions and on standing and special
committees reporting to these bodies.
The Student Government
Association collectively represents the university student population. SGA
promotes the welfare of students by providing the medium through which students
can actively voice their concerns, and by serving as a liaison between the
students, faculty and administration at JMU.
Student Handbook
Web site: http://www.jmu.edu/judicial/handbook.html
The student handbook contains
a wealth of information about university policies and regulations, university
facilities and student organizations.
For students’ convenience, the handbook is available online.
Student Success
MSC 1012
Phone: (540) 568-3787
Web site: http://www.jmu.edu/stusuccess
Student Success is the name of
JMU’s collaborative, campus-wide effort to coordinate programs and support
services based on cohesive educational goals. Focusing on academic achievement,
career development, planning, decision-making and leadership development.
Student Success programs are designed to help students assume responsibility
for learning so they can complete seamless transitions into, through and out of
the university. The Student Success Learning Center (Wilson Hall) houses the
Office of Student Success Programs, Academic Advising and Career Development,
Educational Support Programs, Written and Oral Communication Support, Science
and Mathematics Learning Center, an Assessment Lab, The James Madison Center,
University Information @ Wilson, and Supplemental Instruction. The Student
Success Service Center (Warren Hall) houses Card Services, Financial Aid and
Scholarships, Registration Services, Student Financial Services, University
Information @ Warren and Warren Box Office along with several student center
resources: Center for Multicultural/ International Student Services, Dining
Services, Office of Sexual Assault Prevention and Women’s Resource Center,
lounges and Post Office. The Student Success Welcome Center in Sonner Hall
houses the Office of Admissions, On-Campus Recruiting, and University
Information @ Sonner.
University and College Centers
Taylor Hall, Room 200, MSC 3501
Phone: (540) 568-3341
Web site: http://www.jmu.edu/ucenter/
Through facilities, services, programs and resources, the James
Madison University & College Centers department responds to the needs of
the entire JMU community. The Centers provide experiential learning
opportunities, which support the university’s mission of student learning and
development.
The University & College Centers department reflects a
broad range of programs and services, which represent all members of the
university community. The facilities serve as a community center for the
campus. Physically, the University & College Centers are the gathering places
for the campus, with meeting rooms, assembly spaces, lounges and support
services available. Philosophically, they are places where ideas come to life,
learning is put into practice and the various constituencies of the campus find
common ground.
The University & College Centers department is comprised
of the following units.
Events & Conferences
Taylor Hall, Room 233, MSC 3501
Phone: (540) 568-6330
Web site: www.jmu.edu/ucenter/events/
Events & Conferences
provides a comprehensive approach to the coordination of services necessary for
campus events as well as coordination of scheduled meetings and conferences
throughout the year.
Facilities Services
Taylor Hall, MSC 3501
Five buildings house the
programs and services which the University & College Centers provide for
the JMU community. They are Grafton-Stovall Theatre, Warren, Taylor, and
Phillips Halls, and College Center on the East Campus. In addition, the
University Information central facility is located in Sonner Hall. The
Facilities Services area addresses physical concerns in these spaces.
Student Organization Services
Taylor Hall, Room 211, MSC 3501
Phone: (540) 568-6613
Web site: http://www.jmu.edu/ucenter/sos/
Student Organization Services
houses Clubs & Organizations, Fraternity/Sorority Life, and the University
Program Board and is located in Taylor Hall. SOS provides a wide range of
educational, social and cultural events, as well as support services for all
JMU student clubs and organizations. Student Organization Night at the
beginning of each semester offers an opportunity for all students to meet
members of clubs, learn about organizations and discover how to become involved
with them.
Clubs and Organizations
Taylor Hall, Room 205A, MSC 3501
Phone: (540) 568-6613
Web site: http://www.jmu.edu/ucenter/sos/
Clubs and Organizations
provides services to the more than 260 recognized student organizations at JMU
and provides information about recognized student organizations to the JMU
community. Programs such as C.E.O.Workshop Series, fund raising workshops,
Officer Transition Workshops and Brown Bag Lunches provide members, officers
and advisers of student organizations with opportunities to educate themselves
and improve their organizations. Students are invited to stop by and learn more
about involvement opportunities at JMU. Student organizations offer students a
leadership laboratory in which to apply their knowledge and skills.
Fraternity/Sorority Life (Greek Life)
Taylor Hall, Room 205A, MSC 3501
Phone: (540) 568-8157
Web site: http://www.jmu.edu/ucenter/sos/
The University and College
Centers work with the fraternities and sororities to foster cooperation and
communication among the chapters, the university and the community. The staff
advises the Inter-Fraternity and Panhellenic Councils and also works with the
individual chapters in promoting leadership, involvement and service. The
University and College Centers are committed to the development and growth of
the fraternity and sorority community by implementing programs and workshops to
facilitate the many aspects of Fraternity/Sorority Life.
University Program Board
Taylor Hall, Room 203, MSC 3501
Phone: (540) 568-6217
Web site: http://upb.jmu.edu
Campus entertainment is
scheduled through the University Program Board, a student organization advised
through the University and College Centers. Concerts, films, speakers, trips
and numerous other activities designed to complement the educational mission of
JMU are arranged by the UPB. The board also solicits collaborative programs
with other student organizations, university departments and schools.
Committees for which students may volunteer include film, club, musical events,
global awareness and contemporary issues, tickets, technical services,
publicity, public relations, financial management, internal student development
and communications.
Taylor Down Under
Taylor Hall, Room 102, MSC 3511
Phone: (540) 568-7853
Web site: http://www.jmu.edu/ucenter/tdu/
Taylor Down Under, located on
the ground floor of Taylor Hall, includes the office of Off-Campus Life and TDU
Services, the Corner Pocket Game Room and TDU Coffee Bar and Bakery. The TDU
lounge area was developed with the commuter student in mind but has become a
popular hang out for all students. This area offers computers for student use,
daily newspapers, television, evening entertainment on the TDU Stage,
comfortable futons and tables and a University Information site. University
Information at Taylor, operated by student employees and managed by TDU
Services, is one of four sites across campus for front line information about
JMU and the Harrisonburg community. Off Campus Life is concerned with the needs
and education of our commuter students who are preparing to live off campus.
OCL offers regular office hours, a Web site, updated housing listings,
educational programs and conflict resolution along with locker rentals and
lunch refrigeration. Our awardwinning UDAP program (Utility Deposit Assistance
Program) is coordinated through TDU.
University Information
Web site: http://www.jmu.edu/ucenter/uinfo/
University Information is a
network of information sites located on campus to provide assistance with
academics, on and off campus events, directions, area tourist sites and travel
information, as well as general questions about daily life at JMU; such as
who-to-go-to-for-what and what kiosks are available to check e-mail, surf the
Web, and register for classes.
Welcome Center:
Lobby of Sonner Hall – xUINFO; jmu-info@jmu.edu
UI at Taylor: Taylor Hall, 1st floor
– x87853
UI at College Center: College
Center, 2nd floor – x82592
UI at UREC: Lobby of University Recreation – x88700
University Health Center
University Health Center, MSC 7901
Phone: (540) 568-6177
Web site: http://www.jmu.edu/healthctr/
The University Health Center
partners with students to encourage personal responsibility for their well
being by providing quality primary care and education in a confidential, professional,
and collaborative manner. The UHC is staffed by physicians, nurse
practitioners, registered nurses, and health education and support staff
trained in young adult health care needs. The General Medicine area provides
ambulatory, acute care service. Appointments can be scheduled by calling (540)
568-6178. Critical or emergency situations will be referred to Rockingham
Memorial Hospital, located adjacent to the UHC.
The services of the UHC are
available to JMU graduate students enrolled in six or more credit hours. All
students must have a completed health record on file with evidence of required
immunizations. Services include allergy clinics, immunization clinic, lab
services, contraception services including counseling and education, and health
education services and programs. Services do not include the cost of
prescriptions, lab work, x-rays, hospital care or the services of specialists
not on the UHC staff. It is strongly recommended that students carry health and
accident insurance. This coverage may be through a family policy or the group
policy available to JMU students at an additional cost.
The UHC Office of Health
Promotion takes an active role in promoting wellness and the benefits of a
healthy lifestyle for students, faculty and staff. Helath educations and the
REACH peers offer a variety of services related to college health issues
including university-wide programs and speakers, presentations to classes, and
consultations for class research and personal health concerns. Additional information
is available from the UHC Web site or by calling (540) 568-6178.
The UHC Office of Sexual
Assault Prevention and Women’s Resource Center, located in Warren 404, provide
services, resources, programs and information on issues associated with sexual
assault, gender and relationships, self-esteem, communication skills,
prevention and risk reduction, as well as providing services through the One in
Four Male Education Program and C.A.R.E. (Campus Assault ResponsE Helpline).
For more information, visit the Web site at http://www.jmu.edu/assaultprev or http://www.jmu.edu/womensresource.
University Recreation
University Recreation Center, MSC 3901
Phone: (540) 568-8732
Web site: http://www.jmu.edu/recreation/
University Recreation promotes and advances healthy
lifestyles through participation opportunities, educational experiences and
supportive services. Our qualified staff is committed to excellence and
attentive to the developmental needs of our participants.
In 1996, James Madison University opened its doors to a
140,700 square foot Recreation Center (UREC).
All recreational programs are centralized in this multi-level complex (located
near the JMU Convocation Center) to offer the JMU community a comprehensive
menu of recreational and educational opportunities.
All six of our programming
areas - Adventure, Aquatics and Safety, Fitness and Nutrition, Group Fitness
and Wellness, Intramurals, and Sport Clubs offer activity and program sign-ups
at the Program Registration desk, located by the Welcome Center. Our Equipment
Center specializes in all adventure and recreation equipment check-out, as well
as locker and towel service. Our facility occupies three levels of recreation
space.
Incorporated into our six
programming areas, we are also offer both massage and yoga and are currently
working on a low ropes course as part of our new TEAM Challenge program. UREC
is also home to thirty one different sport clubs, as well as the Sport Club
Executive Council. We also host a variety of special events throughout the
academic year, such as our annual Homecoming 5K, Reach Out Climb event, and
Biathlon event.
“Your Right To Know”
Your personal safety and the
security of the campus community are of vital concern to James Madison
University. A copy of the university’s annual Harrisonburg (main US) campus,
Washington (DC) Internship Semester and London (UK) branch campus security
reports are available upon request.
This report includes
statistics for the most recent three-year period concerning reported crimes
that occurred on campus, in certain off-campus buildings or property owned or
controlled by James Madison University, and on public property within, or
immediately adjacent to and accessible from the campus.
The report also includes
information regarding the law enforcement authority of the university police;
policies concerning campus security, such as crime prevention, alcohol and drug
use, sexual assault, state sex offender registry, missing person investigation
procedures and the reporting of any crimes that may occur on the campus.
You can obtain a copy of these
reports by contacting the Office of Public Safety, Crime Prevention Unit, MSC
6302, James Madison University, Harrisonburg, VA 22807 or you can request that
a copy be mailed to you by calling (540) 568-6766/6769. This information is
also available by clicking on the “Your Right to Know” links for the Harrisonburg
campus, Washington Semester and London branch campus at: http://www.jmu.edu/pubsafety/index.shtml .
Withdrawal from the University
Huffman Hall, Section A, Room 101
Phone: (540) 568-2804
The JMU Ombudsperson assists
students who are considering withdrawing from the university after the first
three weeks of the semester. The student and staff member discuss personal,
financial and academic implications of withdrawal. The staff member can provide
the student with the proper withdrawal request forms and assist in their
completion.