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Oct 2 JMU launches two-sided guarantee for its graduates and the employers who hire them
JMU is extending its commitment beyond graduation with a first-of-its-kind two-sided guarantee that supports both its graduates and the employers who hire them.
Oct 5 Biology, engineering staff members honored as JMU Game Changers
The Game Changer program recognizes faculty and staff members whose contributions make a meaningful impact on students, colleagues and the university community.
Sep 30 Marching Royal Dukes to perform national anthem at NASCAR race
The band will play "The Star-Spangled Banner" prior to the start of the Xfinity 500 at Martinsville Speedway.
Sep 29 JMU names Dom Palumbo as new faculty athletic representative
JMU has named Dom Palumbo (‘19) as its faculty athletic representative for the 2026-27 academic year.
Sep 17 Carrier Library: The heart of campus beats stronger than ever
[IN PHOTO] Donors join more than 450 Dukes, colleagues and friends to celebrate the reimagined library and get a firsthand look at the impact of their generosity.

Aug 24 Dr. Kira Omelchenko named JMU Art's first Albright Faculty Fellow
School of Music professor changing the sound of music at JMU and beyond.
Jun 12 Forbes Center Unveils the 2026-2027 Masterpiece Season
The Forbes Center announces new lineup of world-class dance, theatre and music performances, alongside cherished family-friendly favorites.
Mar 6 The healing power of dance
Creating a legacy that gives back through movement in JMU’s Dance for PD program
Jan 27 Weaving Clouds: Central Asian textiles at the Madison Art Collection's new arts space
The MAC announces its first exhibition at its new interdisciplinary arts space at 131 W. Grace St.
Jan 12 From war to the concert stage
"Every day at JMU feels like stepping into a dream..."

Women's Soccer: Lackey’s Brace Lifts Dukes Past Arkansas State
JONESBORO, Ark. – Ginny Lackey's second brace in as many games propelled James Madison women's soccer past Arkansas State, 2-0, in Sun Belt action in Jonesboro on
Women's Golf: Dukes Finish Tied for 10th at The Ally
Emerson Elm led the way for the Dukes, finishing in a tie for 23rd place after shooting 3-over 147.
Men's Soccer: James Madison Secures 6-0 Win Over Mary Baldwin
HARRISONBURG, Va. – A season-high six goals in the second half propelled James Madison men's soccer (5-4-2, 2-0-1) to secure a 6-0 victory over Mary Baldwin (4-6-1, 0-2)
Men's Golf: Bergendi Places 2nd, Dukes Finish 4th at Testudo Cup
The Dukes placed 4th, marking the best team finish since a fourth-place finish at the 2025 JT Poston Invitational.
Football: JMU Heads to Statesboro to Meet Georgia Southern
HARRISONBURG, Va. – James Madison returns to the road to take on Georgia Southern in a Sun Belt Conference clash on Saturday, Oct. 10. Kickoff at Allen E. Paulson Stadium in