• Parents and Family

  You've entrusted James Madison University with your most valued treasure: your child. It's a role we take seriously. The Office of Parent Relations is here to partner with you in preparing your student to become an educated and enlightened citizen who will lead a productive and meaningful life.

  Use this site to locate resources for parents and family members of JMU students and find information on the annual Family Weekend, Parents Council, send-off picnics, and other activities.

• Get to and from JMU

  Have a student trying to get home? We can help with that. Planning a visit to JMU? We have information on that, too.

• Stay connected

  Keep in touch with what's happening at the university through JMU news, The Breeze, Madison magazine, and more. Parents also receive the Madison Family Connection e-newsletter. Register your e-mail here.

• About JMU

  JMU is changing the world — one person at a time. Learn about our mission, academic programs, national rankings, and get information on tuition and fees.

The Office of Parent Relations

The Office of Parent Relations provides support and information to the parents and families of JMU students and helps them to become partners with the university in the education and development of every student. Parent Relations serves as the primary contact point for all parent involvement and programming, including the annual Family Weekend, Parents Council, send-off picnics, and other activities to further promote the university.

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