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Jul 22 Creating connections through learning: Q&A with COE professor John Almarode
COE professor John Almarode was recently appointed by Virginia Gov. Abigail Spanberger to the board of trustees of the Virginia Museum of Natural History for a five-year appointment.
Jul 22 From classroom to commonwealth: JMU’s Christine May joins state museum board
Newly appointed Virginia Museum of Natural History board member and JMU professor Christine May is excited to help people better understand the natural world and our place within it.
Jul 16 JMU Arboretum receives Chesapeake Bay Trust grant to advance expansion
JMU’s Edith J. Carrier Arboretum has received a Chesapeake Bay Trust grant to support reforestation, habitat restoration and watershed education as it expands from 63 to more than 110 acres on East Campus.
Jul 9 JMU secures $115.3M to expand Health and Behavioral Studies facilities
Approved for nearly $150M in state funding, JMU is moving forward with some major campus initiatives.
Jul 17 Building purpose-driven businesses
Libby Hale Azzarello (’11) joins Morgan Dye (’05) in a conversation about finding their business interests and balancing entrepreneurship with home life.

Aug 26: Fall 2026 White Coat Ceremony
Sep 11: 9/11 Remembrance
Sep 19: The Other Mozart
Sep 26: Ryanhood
Oct 13: Stile Antico
Oct 14: Footloose
Oct 15: Footloose

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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..."
Dec 2 JMU D.M.A. student performs in Houston Grand Opera’s landmark season
Jondra Harmon made her mark this fall, performing in Houston Grand Opera's Porgy and Bess, highlighting JMU Music's rising presence on the national arts stage.

Swimming & Diving: Twenty-Five Dukes Named to American Swimming & Diving All-Academic Team
Wed, 29 Jul 2026 2:00 p.m.
IRVING, Texas – Twenty-five members of James Madison swimming and diving were named to the 2025-26 American Conference All-Academic Team, the conference announced
Lacrosse: Thirty Named to 2025-26 American Lacrosse All-Academic Team
Wed, 29 Jul 2026 2:00 p.m.
Thirty members of James Madison lacrosse earned Academic honors from the American Conference on Thursday, July 16.
Women's Golf: Women’s Golf Releases 2026-27 Schedule
The James Madison women's golf program announced its 2026-27 schedule on Wednesday, July 29.
Administration: CFP Appearance Highlights 2025-2026 JMU Athletics Achievements
Thu, 23 Jul 2026 3:45 p.m.
JMU Athletics had much to celebrate in 2025-2026, including its first appearance in the College Football Playoff.
Cross Country: Cross Country Releases 2026 Schedule
James Madison Head Cross Country Coach Rebekah Ricksecker announced the team's 2026 schedule on Monday morning, highlighted by the JMU Invitational on Friday, Sept. 25.