Office of the President
Madison's future just got $330,000 brighter. Thanks to donors, many of whom had gifts matched at 50 percent by the JMU Alumni... Read More >
One of the President's first priorities was a Listening Tour to hear people express their hopes for Madison. Read More >
In his inaugural address, President Alger recommends that JMU become the model of "the engaged university." Read More >
Want more than words? Visit the Presidential Photos Gallery and view the images. Read More >
In his first exciting days as JMU's new president, Jon Alger learns the "Go Duuuuuukes!" cheer along with Madison's... Read More >
Fostering and modeling civil and respectful discourse on the great issues of our time is the best way to honor James Madison's... Read More >
It was so gracious of Pat ('92) and Emmitt Smith to open up their home to us for our "Why Madison?" Listening Tour... Read More >
JMU President Jonathan R. Alger presented a lifetime achievement award to Toni Morrison with honored guest Maya Angelou. JMU's... Read More >
James Madison Fourth U.S. President
James Madison, soft-spoken and unimposing in appearance, employed his considerable learned intellect and civility to convince a fledgling nation to accept the Constitution... Read more >
Featured Stories
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President Alger's Update from the Board of Visitors
Every June, the James Madison University Board of Visitors holds its Annual Meeting and I would like to share some highlights from our meeting today. Read More
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2013 June Salary Increase
The Commonwealth's budget includes a 3 percent salary increase for AP Faculty. The Commonwealth funds 47 percent of the increase and JMU funds the remaining 53 percent. I'm happy to report that our budget planning includes the 53... Read More
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2013 May Semester Recap
As we seek to ensure good communications with all faculty and staff on topics of interest to all of us in the University community, let me share this summary of some key activities and initiatives from this past semester. Read More
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