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Jul 8 JMU associate vice president named a Fulbright Scholar
JMU’s associate vice president for career, experiential learning, and transitions, was recently named a Fulbright Scholar.
Jun 30 A royal honor: King named honorary alumnus
The JMU Alumni Association Board of Directors voted to honor Charlie King, with their highest recognition, Honorary Alumni status, on June 13.
Jun 27 JMU staff warns of scams targeting Dukes
Armed with tips and intuition, Dukes can sidestep common scams.
Jun 26 Strength in collaboration: Nonprofit leaders gather for funding forum organized by JMU OECD and X-Roads Advisory
JMU OECD hosts nonprofit forum
Jun 23 New appointments announced
Gov. Youngkin recently announced new JMU Board of Visitors members.

Sep 30: Northern Shenandoah Valley Regional Professional and Graduate School Fair
Oct 4: Parade of Champions 2025
Oct 7: The Play That Goes Wrong
Oct 8: The Play That Goes Wrong
Oct 9: The Play That Goes Wrong
Oct 10: The Play That Goes Wrong
Oct 11: The Play That Goes Wrong

Jun 24 JMU Arts Explores Global Partnership with Hansung University in South Korea
Laying the groundwork for continued international arts collaboration.
Jun 18 Red Wing Roots Music Festival Receives Circle of Excellence Award
Recognizing Individuals and Organizations that Enhance and Strengthen the Shenandoah Valley’s Cultural Community
Jun 18 Forbes Center Unveils 2025-2026 Masterpiece Season
A Captivating Collection of Global Talent in Dance, Music, Theatre and Family-Friendly Shows with Tickets Available Starting July 1!
Apr 8 A magical night for JMU Arts at Carnegie Hall
A look at the historic performance involving JMU Choral, Dance, and Percussion Areas
Mar 4 JMU Arts to perform at Carnegie Hall for the first time
A historic event for JMU Arts featuring the JMU choral, dance and percussion areas.

Swimming & Diving: Dukes Earn Individual and Team Scholar Honors
Mon, 7 Jul 2025 3:00 p.m.
James Madison swim & dive was recognized individually and as a team for its academic prowess by the College Swimming and Diving Coaches Association of America.
Administration: JMU Honors Yearly Accomplishments with 2025 JMA Awards
Wed, 2 Jul 2025 6:00 p.m.
JMU celebrated its student-athletes and accomplishments throughout the academic year with the 2025 JMA Awards. Highlighting the awards were lacrosse's Maddie Epke winning
Track & Field: Mpassy to Represent Great Britain at European U23 Athletics Championships
James Madison track & field alumna Holly Mpassy ('25) has been selected to represent Great Britain in the 4x400-meter relay at the European U23 Athletics Championships in
Men's Golf: Men’s Golf Signs DIII All-American Jonas DeLeon
Mon, 7 Jul 2025 2:10 p.m.
James Madison men's golf rounded out its 2025-26 roster with the addition of DIII transfer Jonas DeLeon, Head Coach Carter Cheves announced Monday afternoon.
Football: 11 Dukes Selected to 2025 Phil Steele Preseason All-Sun Belt Team
For the second consecutive season, James Madison football had 11 student-athletes named to the Phil Steele Preseason All-Sun Belt Conference Team.