College of Visual and Performing Arts

Graduates, the world is always a rapidly changing place, perhaps even more so now.

I encourage you to continue your path to be a lifelong learner, to remain curious, and to stay connected and collaborate by whatever means necessary. Please keep doing, making, creating, teaching, and performing. The world needs to hear your voices and ideas, and I hope that you continue to strive to make your mark and take your next steps.

We are are so proud of you, graduates of the
College of Visual and Performing Arts!

The Madison Singers Virtual Choir perform JMU's Alma Mater,
directed by Dr. Jo-Anne van der Vat-Chromy, May 2020.

This video was created by the first-year Musical Theatre Class of 2023,
with a special appearance by their class TA, MT class of 2021. 

Names in order of appearance: Hannah Markley, Corinne Krasner, Nathan Yannarell, Angeline Ignacio, Isaiah Young, Olivia Palmer, Bridgette Carey, Layla Sartipy, Josh Higgins, Samantha Haughton, and Al Grvavina (2021). 

Olivia Palmer created the vocal arrangement and video.

Virtual Conferring of Degrees event is at 7:00 pm on Friday, May 8. Virtual Degree Conferral in which President Alger and other members of leadership will celebrate your accomplishments and recognize you as official graduates of JMU. There is also a digital commencement program that includes all the names of the graduates available online at www.jmu.edu/commencement.

If you have questions related to Commencement, please visit the website or email our University Events team at jmugrad@jmu.edu.

The university is not closed.  In response to the COVID-19 virus, the university has deployed multiple forms of virus-prevention protocols and we are practicing social distancing and sheltering in place.

Please initiate your inquiry with the College of Visual and Performing Arts by contacting Dr. Wren River Stevens at stevenwr@jmu.edu.  Clearly state your question or need and the best way to contact you, and someone will be in touch with you shortly.  

In case of emergency, please contact JMU Public Safety at (540) 568-6911.

Additionally check the JMU COVID-19 Response Webpage for up-to-date campus information.

Thank you for your patience and understanding as we work together to navigate these challenges and address any questions or concerns you may have.

Cancelled Events

• 5/18/2020: CVPA Staff Advisory Committee Spring Event and Award Ceremony

Postponed Events

• CVPA Graduation is now tentatively rescheduled for Saturday, August 8 at 2:00 pm, contingent upon public health information and safety.