College of Arts and Letters

The College of Arts and Letters offers a small liberal arts college feel within the comprehensive university of JMU. Discover yourself and your passion through study that will broaden your horizons and sharpen your intellect.

Author Mia Brabham ('16) Shares the Power in the In-Between

News
Events

Nov 17 Three JMU community members recognized by national non-profit
Three James Madison University community members were recognized for their leadership in the effort to tackle racism. Read More >
Nov 16 JMU Debate Team Novices Win Second Tournament
The JMU Debate Team has found success once again, winning the novice division of the Liberty University Debate Tournament last weekend. Read More >
Nov 4 JMU Alum Thrives at a Global Nonprofit
Harrisonburg native and JMU alum Emily Knapp ('18M) grew up with dreams of making Hollywood films and instead found her passion in the nonprofit sector. Read More >
Oct 6 Applications open for Latinx studies cohort hire
Following a successful seven-faculty cohort hire in 2020-21, the College of Arts and Letters is launching its second cohort search for six outstanding, tenure-track faculty working broadly across Latinx studies. Read More >
Sep 29 JMU Debate Team Novices Win Season Opening Tournament
Three novice members of the JMU Debate Team shine in their intercollegiate debate debut, making for a great start to the season. Read More >
Aug 23 Living the dream
Kaitlin Porter (’06) and her wife and children are proof that even if you're living tiny, you can live large with more quality family time. Read More >