Fueling innovation through
cross-disciplinary collaboration
Our Purpose
We set the stage for innovation by providing a dynamic space for cross-disciplinary collaboration. Curious JMU community members from all majors uncover solutions to real world problems through courses, fellowships, workshops, and other initiatives.
Our Mission and Vision
JMU X-Labs facilitates ecosystems that catalyze and cultivate high-impact engaged learning and research experiences. We innovate by converging transdisciplinary teams, networks, and initiatives that respond to complex and grand challenges. The "X" in JMU X-Labs represents the variables of expertise, lived experiences, disciplines, and our commitment to inclusive excellence.
"This sort of study better prepares students for the real world and gives prospective employers confidence."
U.S. SPECIAL OPERATIONS COMMAND - ARMY UNIT
"JMU X-Labs is an important part of our current, and future, economic ecosystem. Keep growing, creating and innovating, JMU X-Labs!"
HARRISONBURG ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT