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Filling the gaps
Recruiter's business philosophy is based not on short-term profits, but on building deep and long-term relationships with clients.
Note-worthy
One JMU student's bond with his professor began four years before he arrived on campus.
20 years later, business plan competition delivering results
Don Rainey ('82) and Russell "Rusty" Shepard ('86) funded the endowment that generates more than $25,000 annually in competition scholarships.
Growing greens
Virginia farmer serves salad lovers with subscription service.
MRDs mark milestone
‘Virginia’s Finest’ celebrate their 50th anniversary.
Nun other than a Duke
Alumna gives up social media, marriage for a new devotion.
Being the Warrior
Alumna’s passion is making gymnastics safer.
50 years of Title IX
JMU Nation celebrates the anniversary of landmark legislation.
Alumnus among first Peace Corps volunteers to serve overseas after pandemic
Tristan Kruse ('22) is making a difference in Central Uganda.
The Silicon Valley couple behind JMU’s largest gift
Paul Holland ('82) and Linda Yates explain why they’re supporting scholarships and how “partnering wisely” has been a key to their success.
Underdogs no more, JMU donors defy expectations
For scholarships, programs and new buildings, giving to JMU from 63,976 donors totaled more than $251 million.
Proof of concept
The first 26 Valley Scholars near college graduation, supported by 1,435 donors who have given $5 million to scholarships and programing

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