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May 23 'The fire is still roaring'
Twelve years after graduating, alumni rock duo Illiterate Light is more inspired than ever.
May 23 First-gen student, future nurse carries on hero's legacy of service
Meet the future nurse carrying on Lt. Col. Justin Constantine’s (’92) legacy at JMU—and forging one all her own.
May 23 Justin Constantine's ('92) collective power
After Lt. Col. Justin Constantine (’92) passed in 2022, his wife, Dahlia, created a scholarship for first-generation students at JMU to continue Justin’s legacy.
May 22 PHOTOS: The Women Who Amaze Summit
More than 150 women stretched their arms across generations to celebrate JMU and support future Dukes.
May 21 JMU creates transfer path for VWCC biotechnology students
JMU will accept students from VWCC who complete VWCC's Associate of Science degree in science with a major in biotechnology.

Sep 30: Northern Shenandoah Valley Regional Professional and Graduate School Fair
Oct 4: Parade of Champions 2025
Feb 17: 20 th Annual Frances Litten Botanical Reception
Feb 17: 20th Annual Frances Litten Botanical Lecture

Apr 8 A magical night for JMU Arts at Carnegie Hall
A look at the historic performance involving JMU Choral, Dance, and Percussion Areas More Articles >
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. More Articles >
Feb 13 Illuminating Ideas: 2025 Sparks Research Symposium Showcases Innovation in the Arts
Featuring presentations, faculty and student scholarship, and a keynote by Dr. Adérónké Adésànyà. More Articles >
Feb 10 Creative Research Spotlight: Casting The Great Comet in Shanghai
"The Great Comet’s" Shanghai debut with STAD professor Kate Lumpkin More Articles >
Feb 4 Creative Scholarship Highlight: Suzanne Miller-Corso
Dance professor develops Dance Education Outreach Initiative More Articles >

Football: Kickoff Times and Network Designations Announced for JMU’s First Two Games and Tuesday Road Matchup
Thu, 29 May 2025 12:00 p.m.
Kickoff times and network designations for James Madison first two football games and its Tuesday night road game in late October have been unveiled by ESPN and the Sun Belt
Men's Basketball, Administration: JMU Announced as The Basketball Tournament (TBT) 2025 Regional Location
Mark Freeman and Noah Friedel return to the Atlantic Union Bank Center this July for the James Madison Regional of the TBT Event.
Lacrosse: Clark, Derey, Moyer Set to Compete in IWLCA Senior All-Star Game
A trio of James Madison lacrosse seniors have been selected to compete in the IWLCA Division I Senior All-Star game, the organization announced Wednesday morning.
Field Hockey: Field Hockey Rolls Out 2025 Schedule
Tue, 27 May 2025 3:15 p.m.
James Madison Head Coach Christy Morgan has announced the 2025 schedule, featuring five teams that competed in the 2024 NCAA Field Hockey Championship.
Lacrosse: JMU Finishes #17 in Final IWLCA Poll
Tue, 27 May 2025 12:05 p.m.
James Madison lacrosse has earned the #17 ranking in the final IWLCA Division I Poll of the 2025 season, as announced Tuesday morning.