News Topic: JMU in the Community

Honoring the sacrifice

More than 250 area veterans, some of whom served in World War II, have made the trip since the chapter’s first mission in October 2016.

And they danced

Two JMU colleges team up to offer an internationally acclaimed dance therapy program to community members with Parkinson's disease.

Long-time college of business professor receives special award

Just in time for his retirement, professor of accounting and of hospitality Brad Roof was chosen to receive the JMU All Together One award.

A firm foundation

The JMU Foundation, which is celebrating its 50th anniversary this year, has left a lasting legacy and looks toward a promising future.

Alternative spring break, country-style

CoB students spent spring break helping the Habitat for Humanity ReStore in Nashville, TN.

Simulated international marketplace held at JMU

A simulated international marketplace for more than 200 local elementary and middle school students was held March 6 at 10 a.m. at JMU's Festival Conference Center.

Tax season kicks off with community program

February 1 saw the start of the annual James Madison University Volunteer Income Tax Assistance program (VITA), where students provide tax services for community members with a household income of less than $65,000.

Holiday food drive benefits Salvation Army

The College of Business Diversity Council organizes a charity event in time for the holiday season.

Welcome to the Honors College

What does it mean to be Madisonian in the 21st century? Freshman Honors students grappled with that question during a trip to Montpelier.

JMU's biggest fan

Ever wonder who Duke Dog really is?

Unearthing the past

Before the Park Service can construct a parking lot in Shenandoah National Park, JMU archaeology students dig in to see what they can find.

Martin Luther King Jr. Week Celebration Schedule with Kevin Powell, guest speaker

Martin Luther King Jr. Celebration week commences with Kevin Powell, an activist and writer, speaking at the formal program on Jan. 15 at 6 p.m. in Memorial Hall.

A Blizzard of Generosity

A blizzard of generosity made the university's second annual Giving Day a resounding success, as more than $600,000 was raised on March 14, despite a snow storm that closed the university.

Martin Luther King Jr. Week Celebration Schedule with Theodore Shaw, guest speaker

Martin Luther King Jr. Celebration week, from Jan. 16-20, commences with Theodore Shaw, a diversity and civil rights expert, speaking at the formal program on Jan. 16 at 6 p.m. in Wilson Hall.