Best Wishes, President Alger
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Jonathan R. Alger will be inaugurated as JMU's sixth president on March 15, 2013.
Feb. 28
Welcome to you and your family, and may you be here for as least as long as I have. I came to work here at the time we went from being Madison College to JMU. I have seen lots of changes, especially in Dining Services—from being self-op, to Marriot management, to now being Aramark. One common bond that we have here at JMU is the pride we have in our University, and since I work in dining service, it is also the pride we have in what we do. It is so good to hear some students say that the food is one of the reasons they come here.
Nancy Reffett, staff
Feb. 27
Congratulations on your inauguration as the sixth president of the magnificant academic institution we call James Madison University. It was a pleasure meeting you in August 2012 on your "Presidential Listening Tour" at the Museum of Fine Arts in Richmond, Virginia. My answer to "Why Madison" is simple - "Why Not?" My daughter Megan (Class of 2010) and I look forward to being on campus March 15. My very best wishes to you.
Karen Wood Grizzard ('76), alumni
Feb.25
As a graduate with my Master's Degree in Counseling/Education, I have been able to send students to James Madison with the conviction that they will benefit as I did from attending a large and active university with a unique flavor of down home concern. It is rare to have such a strong working relationship with your faculty mentors in a setting that offers quality teaching, a setting that encourages outdoor and out of the box experiences. I was so fortunate to be a young man, from New Hampshire, who could teach skiing at Massanutten in the morning and bury myself in an outstanding Master's Degree program in the evening. While I have retired from school counseling this year, I have helped to send a current student to JMU; and a person from New Hampshire that I introduced to JMU 12 years ago is now a JMU staff member. I wish you continued success President Alger in what I am sure is a big job.
Eugene F. Fox ('77M), alumni
Feb.25
May you have the vision, the courage, the integrity and the stamina to continue the journey of excellence established by your predecessors.
C. L. Anderson ('60), alumni
Feb.20
Congratulations President Alger! I am certain you will really enjoy being in the JMU community. I have worked at JMU as a Career Counselor and Academic Advisor for 10 years and it's a great university! As a Master Career Development Professional with 20 years of experience, I have always encouraged students to find their passion and niche in life and work hard to achieve their goals! It will be so wonderful to have you leading us in our quest! Warmest regards,
Christine Harriger, staff
Feb. 16
Our family would like to congratulate you on your Presidency. We wish you the best of everything as you enter this new chapter in your career. The JMU community is amazing & behind you!
Tim & Patti Cypull, parents
Feb. 16
Congratulations President Alger and all the best for a bright future at JMU.
Sandra Williams-Reid, parent
Feb. 14
Welcome to our JMU family! I feel that everyone at JMU will flourish under your leadership. I am excited for the years ahead as you "Make Your Mark on Madison." Enjoy your special day. Go Dukes!
Trudy Ham, staff
Feb. 5
Alyce and I wish you the best during your inauguration week and at the formal ceremony on March 15th, 2013. We will not be able to travel to Harrisonburg to attend. We appreciate receiving an invitation and look forward to a future opportunity to spend time together during your travels or when we visit Harrisonburg again. All the best. Regards,
Dan ('79,'86) and Alyce ('79) Nardi, alumni
Feb. 1
Congratulations President Alger! Welcome to the JMU family! May your years as President be prosperous and fulfilling.
Don Barstow ('93), staff
Jan. 25
Hi Jon: Greetings from the "other" Madison. All the Ashley's send their congratulations and our very best to you and your family on this occasion. It's especially gratifying to see a great lawyer have the opportunity to become a great leader in higher education.
Chris Ashley, friend
Jan. 25
I wish California was not so far away, or I would be with you for certain. In lieu of that, I send best wishes, hugs, and a bushel full of congratulations! We are so proud of you and know that you are going to be an outstanding President.
Christine Helwick, friend
Jan. 25
Congratulations and best wishes to you and James Madison University. I'm an old Texas DA but a fairly new university general counsel (since 2010). Absolutely love it! I had the good fortune of meeting you when you spoke at NACUA's 2011 General Counsel Institute in Washington, D.C. Greatly appreciated your sage comments and advice there and on NACUA's Listserv (and Susan Wheeler's as well). I am proud and honored to know and to be associated with people who serve the public like you. May God continue to bless you and your family and James Madison University.
Barry Macha
