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Oct 11 Video expertise, teaching makes SMAD professor a Game Changer
SMAD technology director and instructor John Hodges ('78) was recognized as a “Game Changer” Thursday during a JMU football game.
Oct 9 Dukes holding doors
Join the Alumni Association Board to help continue the tradition of fostering community, inclusivity, and opportunity for current and future students.
Oct 8 JMU adopts Okanagan Charter, committing to health across campus
JMU extended its commitment to foster health and well-being across campus as it formally adopted the Okanagan Charter during an event on Festival’s lawn.
Oct 8 JMU Thursday night football game traffic impacts
JMU will host a nationally televised football game at 7:30 p.m. on Thurs., Oct. 10 against Coastal Carolina University at Bridgeforth Stadium.
Oct 7 Halftime on the Quad returns Wednesday
Halftime on the Quad returns Wednesday with free food, the MRDs and some guest speakers for a relaxing mid-semester observance.

Oct 2 The Madison Art Collection and Furious Flower Poetry Center Collaborate on a Dynamic New Exhibition
Featuring works from the Art Bridges Foundation celebrating the work of contemporary Black artists More Articles >
Sep 11 Art history professor receives Smithsonian Institution award
Laura Katzman receives $3,000 and will present lecture on Oct. 15 More Articles >
Sep 4 JMU Arts to Host Pops Plus! Sept. 27
A Collaborative Arts Celebration for Student Scholarships More Articles >
Aug 21 Forbes Center welcomes public to free open house Aug. 31
A free event for all ages with children’s activities, workshops, performances and more. More Articles >
Jun 24 Waynesboro Symphony Orchestra receives 2024 Circle of Excellence in the Arts Award
Recognizing Individuals and Organizations that Enhance and Strengthen the Shenandoah Valley’s Cultural Community More Articles >

Football: JMU Controls Coastal Carolina 39-7
Thu, 10 Oct 2024 10:57 p.m.
JMU turned in a well-rounded performance in all three phases to down Coastal Carolina 39-7.
Football: What They're Saying: JMU vs. Coastal Carolina
James Madison is back home for some Thursday Night Football when it hosts Coastal Carolina in Sun Belt action. Kickoff is set for 7:30 p.m. and will be nationally televised on
Women's Soccer: Lackey's Goal Lifts Dukes over Georgia State
Wed, 9 Oct 2024 10:04 p.m.
A first-half goal from freshman forward Ginny Lackey was the difference maker as James Madison women's soccer held on to beat Georgia State, 1-0, keeping them unbeaten in Sun
Football, Administration: Impacts to Game Day and Campus Operations for Thursday JMU Football Game (Oct. 10)
Tue, 6 Aug 2024 3:30 p.m.
JMU announced plans and impact for its Thursday football game scheduled with national television on Oct. 10.
Football: Dukes Face Chants in Primetime Thursday Night at Bridgeforth
James Madison football returns home on a short week to host Coastal Carolina in its Sun Belt Conference home opener on Thursday, Oct. 10. Kickoff is set for 7:30 p.m. at