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The history of the College of Education is the history of James Madison University itself. JMU began as a college of education and to this day, epitomizes professional teacher preparation. Milestones in the evolution of the college and university are shown below.
1908
State Normal and Industrial School for Women
Lida Cleveland - Faculty
c. 1911
1914
State Normal School for Women
Student Association Executive Board
1924
State Teachers College
Wilson dedication
1831
1938
Madison College
Science Class
c. 1958
1977
James Madison University
Supervision
c. 1978
Today
James Madison University
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College of Education
395 South High Street
Harrisonburg, Virginia 22807
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