• Sep 6: VSA Back to School Picnic
  • Sep 7: CGE Football Fest
    Meet us at the Hillside field (the outside field next to TDU) to hang out, paint our faces, and have some snacks before the game!We'll experience this US American game and its culture to the fullest, and don't worry if you don't know how the game is played we'll google the rules together! Don't forget to: Get your ticket to the game. We'll head over to the game after the event we'll also want you to experience the freshman charge (whether you are a freshman or not) for which you will need to register as it is a once in a lifetime opportunity to run through the Duke Dog tunnel and across the football field before the team enters for the home opener. Wear you JMU t-shirt and bring your friend(s) over. We're located on the 2nd floor of Madison Hall or right across SSC on the other end of the Skybridge. Let's go dukes!
  • Sep 9: Intl. DukeDog's quick recipes for success… Did you read that?
    [A series of 25-minute (or less) sessions where I share all of my secrets for how to become a successful JMU Dukes both in and outside of the classroom.]Nobody can escape it! it is a reality of every college students’ reality and professors’ assessment of your understanding of their class will depend on you doing it. Yes, reading. You know you get tons of reading to do for almost every class that you are taking. What are the tips and tricks to reading faster and more efficiently? Come find out. The CGE classroom is located on the second floor of Madison HALL (right across from SSC – you can take the skybridge to get there). Feel free to bring your friend along! |<25| In a hurry? This event is set to last no longer than 25 minutes.
  • Sep 9: "Working Towards a More Inclusive Commonwealth" - 2019 Dominion Lecture
    Delegate Danica Roem (D-13th) represents the Thirteenth District in the Virginia House of Delegates which includes the City of Manassas Park and the Prince William County portions of Haymarket, Gainesville and Manassas. Born at Prince William Hospital in Manassas in 1984, Del. Roem is a step-mom and a lifelong resident of the 13th District from Manassas. She covered western Prince William County as the lead reporter of the Gainesville Times/Prince William Times from 2006-2015. After winning a historic election in 2017 to become the first out-and-seated transgender state legislator in American history, Del. Roem joined a bi-partisan coalition of state lawmakers in 2018 to expand Medicaid to 400,000 uninsured Virginians and raise teacher pay throughout the commonwealth. She also helped bring Haymarket its first commuter bus line to Arlington (beginning Dec. 17, 2018) and was thrilled when the Northern Virginia Transportation Authority (NVTA) voted in June 2018 to allocate $128 million to improve Route 28. She continues to advocate for fixing Route 28, expanding access to quality, affordable health insurance, increasing government accountability and making Virginia a more inclusive commonwealth. The Dominion Lecture is an annual address sponsored by the James Madison University’s Madison Caucus for Gender Equality. Every year, the Caucus brings to campus a notable person to speak to students, faculty and staff about issues vital, challenging and of primary importance to the JMU community. Initiated in November 1975, the series has consistently given the campus a rich diversity of leaders whose voices have energized the spirit and activism of women and men concerned and committed to consciousness raising and progressive action. The event is sponsored by the Madison Caucus for Gender Equality, The Office of the Provost, and various other units at James Madison University.
  • Sep 10: DEEP Impact Dialogue
  • Sep 12: Towards Building Community Based Archives of Activism
    Bergis Jules, project director of Documenting the Now (https://www.docnow.io), will be discussing his advocacy work on behalf of community-based archives and his efforts to document Black history on the Web, especially social media content covering the work of Black American activists. His talk will mainly cover his recent work on the Architecting Sustainable Futures initiative and Documenting the Now. Foundational to both of these projects are principles based on an ethics of care, long-term sustainability, and a commitment to equity and transparency when collecting and preserving archival content that primarily documents the lives of marginalized and oppressed people. This event is co-sponsored by JMU College of Arts and Letters, JMU Office of Access and Inclusion, JMU English Department, JMU Libraries Council on Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, The Cohen Center for the Humanities, Africana Literatures and Cultures Workshop, and the Institute for Creative Inquiry. All are welcome. Parking information will be shared soon.
  • Sep 12: Study Abroad Info Session
    Study Abroad Information Session! Come to hear about all the options available for JMU students. It's never too early or too late to find a program that's right for you!
  • Sep 12: Konnichi wa
    What do you know about Japan and Japanese culture? A group of students from Hiroshima University will be showcasing their culture, language and experiences during this fun and interactive event.Don't miss out this unique opportunity!
  • Sep 14: CMSS Leadership Summit
  • Sep 16: Intl. DukeDog's quick recipes for success… Communicate skillfully, how?
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  • Sep 16: Lounge Expose
  • Sep 17: La Unidad Latina, Lambda Upsilon Lambda Fraternity, Inc. Informational Meeting
  • Sep 18: Youth Ambassador Program
  • Sep 18: Lavender Lounge Open House
    Find out what the Lavender Lounge is all about! The Lavender Lounge is a space for the safe and comfortable expression of LGBTQ+ identities. Stop by and hang out. Located in the Student Success Center. This program is sponsored by The Well. Please contact Jennifer Iwerks at iwerksjl@jmu.edu for more information.
  • Sep 18: Study Abroad Info/Advising Session
  • Sep 18: Meet the Doves
  • Sep 18: Monthly Foci
  • Sep 19: Study Abroad Info Session
    Study Abroad Information Session! Come to hear about all the options available for JMU students. It's never too early or too late to find a program that's right for you!
  • Sep 19: START Program Final Banquet
  • Sep 20: International Student Career Day
    Between 3:30 and 5:30pm the following workshops will be offered:Working on-campusNetworking 101International alumni stories Working off-campus- intro to CPT and OPT. Intro to the work visa. Marketing your global self.to help you familiarize yourself, and better plan and succeed with you career search.For more information about International Student Career Day check out the iCareer webpage. To participate, make sure to register!
  • Sep 21: Esteem Models Charity Brunch
  • Sep 23: International Week | International Bazaar
  • Sep 23: Intl. DukeDog's quick recipes for success… Study Break: Let's de-stress!
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  • Sep 23: International Week | Fighting Fake News without Killing Our Truths with Wajahat Ali
  • Sep 24: International Week | Photo Contest Reception
  • Sep 24: Peace Corps Prep Info Session
    PC Prep Info Session Join us to learn about the new Peace Corps Prep Program at JMU – about the benefits of the certificate and its requirements. The PC Prep Program prepares students to engage in international development, public health, environment, education, and other global fields. Sign up for the session here. All majors welcome! 16.00 Normal 0 false false false EN-US X-NONE X-NONE /* Style Definitions */ table.MsoNormalTable {mso-style-name:"Table Normal"; mso-tstyle-rowband-size:0; mso-tstyle-colband-size:0; mso-style-noshow:yes; mso-style-priority:99; mso-style-parent:""; mso-padding-alt:0in 5.4pt 0in 5.4pt; mso-para-margin-top:0in; mso-para-margin-right:0in; mso-para-margin-bottom:8.0pt; mso-para-margin-left:0in; line-height:107%; mso-pagination:widow-orphan; font-size:11.0pt; font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif; mso-ascii-font-family:Calibri; mso-ascii-theme-font:minor-latin; mso-hansi-font-family:Calibri; mso-hansi-theme-font:minor-latin; mso-bidi-font-family:"Times New Roman"; mso-bidi-theme-font:minor-bidi;}
  • Sep 24: International Week | Collaborating Globally to Develop Culturally-Relevant Teaching Practices
  • Sep 24: International Week | The Power of the Passport in Navigating Identity and the Changing Landscape of International Programs with IIE's Dan Kramer
  • Sep 25: Filipino Americans at Madison: Pie An Exec
  • Sep 25: International Week | Fulbright Workshop
  • Sep 25: Global Engagement Student Event
  • Sep 25: International Week | Building Bridges through Story Exchange
  • Sep 25: International Week | Barriers to Peace: The deadly legacy of landmines and other weapons in post-conflict societies
  • Sep 26: International Week | Study Abroad Fair
  • Sep 26: Peace Corps Public Health Information Session
    Care for our world through Peace Corps. Public health specialists are needed to address issues of global maternal and child health, nutrition and hygiene, infectious and vaccine-preventable diseases, and more. Help improve a community's basic healthcare and promote healthy behaviors, while gaining global skills for your career. Attend this event to learn more about our Health sector openings, speak to your local recruiter, and gain tips to guide you through your application.
  • Sep 26: International Week | Furious Flower presents Five Swati Poets
  • Sep 28: Asian Culture Festival
  • Sep 29: Youth Ambassador Program Picinic
  • Sep 30: Intl. DukeDog's quick recipes for success… Are we in the same group?
    [A series of 25-minute (or less) sessions where I share all of my secrets for how to become a successful JMU Dukes both in and outside of the classroom.] Have you been assigned another group project? How’s your group like? Are they including you? What are the some ways that you can stand out or let them see you in more positive ways? Let’s talk about it and see what tips and advice we can give you. The CGE classroom is located on the second floor of Madison HALL (right across from SSC – you can take the skybridge to get there).Feel free to bring your friend along! |<25| In a hurry? This event is set to last no longer than 25 minutes.
  • Oct 1: CMSS Cultural Series
  • Oct 2: Study Abroad Info Session
    Study Abroad Information Session! Come to hear about all the options available for JMU students. It's never too early or too late to find a program that's right for you!
  • Oct 2: Sigma Gamma Rho, Inc Informational
  • Oct 3: Study Abroad Info Session
    Study Abroad Information Session! Come to hear about all the options available for JMU students. It's never too early or too late to find a program that's right for you!
  • Oct 3: Peace Corps Prep Info Session
    Join us to learn about the new Peace Corps Prep Program at JMU – about the benefits of the certificate and its requirements. The PC Prep Program prepares students to engage in international development, public health, environment, education, and other global fields. Sign up for the session here All majors welcome! 16.00 Normal 0 false false false EN-US X-NONE X-NONE /* Style Definitions */ table.MsoNormalTable {mso-style-name:"Table Normal"; mso-tstyle-rowband-size:0; mso-tstyle-colband-size:0; mso-style-noshow:yes; mso-style-priority:99; mso-style-parent:""; mso-padding-alt:0in 5.4pt 0in 5.4pt; mso-para-margin-top:0in; mso-para-margin-right:0in; mso-para-margin-bottom:8.0pt; mso-para-margin-left:0in; line-height:107%; mso-pagination:widow-orphan; font-size:11.0pt; font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif; mso-ascii-font-family:Calibri; mso-ascii-theme-font:minor-latin; mso-hansi-font-family:Calibri; mso-hansi-theme-font:minor-latin; mso-bidi-font-family:"Times New Roman"; mso-bidi-theme-font:minor-bidi;}
  • Oct 3: Train Your Brain
  • Oct 3: ThRHOwback Thursday
  • Oct 4: Noche de Sabor
  • Oct 5: Noche de Sabor
  • Oct 5: African Student Organization Gala
  • Oct 7: AKA Bingo
  • Oct 8: Peace Corps Prep Application Workshop
    PC Prep Application Workshop Ready to apply for Peace Corps Prep program at JMU? Peace Corps Coordinator will be available to assist with the application process. Sign up for the session here. Preferred application deadline for Spring 2019 is October 15. 16.00 Normal 0 false false false EN-US X-NONE X-NONE /* Style Definitions */ table.MsoNormalTable {mso-style-name:"Table Normal"; mso-tstyle-rowband-size:0; mso-tstyle-colband-size:0; mso-style-noshow:yes; mso-style-priority:99; mso-style-parent:""; mso-padding-alt:0in 5.4pt 0in 5.4pt; mso-para-margin-top:0in; mso-para-margin-right:0in; mso-para-margin-bottom:8.0pt; mso-para-margin-left:0in; line-height:107%; mso-pagination:widow-orphan; font-size:11.0pt; font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif; mso-ascii-font-family:Calibri; mso-ascii-theme-font:minor-latin; mso-hansi-font-family:Calibri; mso-hansi-theme-font:minor-latin; mso-bidi-font-family:"Times New Roman"; mso-bidi-theme-font:minor-bidi;}
  • Oct 8: Filipino Americans at Madison: Get to Know You
  • Oct 8: AKA Table Talk and Panel
  • Oct 9: Study Abroad Info Session
    Study Abroad Information Session! Come to hear about all the options available for JMU students. It's never too early or too late to find a program that's right for you!
  • Oct 9: Peace Corps Prep Application Workshop
    PC Prep Application Workshop Ready to apply for Peace Corps Prep program at JMU? Peace Corps Coordinator will be available to assist with the application process. Sign up for the session here. Preferred application deadline for Spring 2019 is October 15. 16.00 Normal 0 false false false EN-US X-NONE X-NONE /* Style Definitions */ table.MsoNormalTable {mso-style-name:"Table Normal"; mso-tstyle-rowband-size:0; mso-tstyle-colband-size:0; mso-style-noshow:yes; mso-style-priority:99; mso-style-parent:""; mso-padding-alt:0in 5.4pt 0in 5.4pt; mso-para-margin-top:0in; mso-para-margin-right:0in; mso-para-margin-bottom:8.0pt; mso-para-margin-left:0in; line-height:107%; mso-pagination:widow-orphan; font-size:11.0pt; font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif; mso-ascii-font-family:Calibri; mso-ascii-theme-font:minor-latin; mso-hansi-font-family:Calibri; mso-hansi-theme-font:minor-latin; mso-bidi-font-family:"Times New Roman"; mso-bidi-theme-font:minor-bidi;}
  • Oct 9: AKA Financial Workshop
  • Oct 10: Study Abroad Info Session
    Study Abroad Information Session! Come to hear about all the options available for JMU students. It's never too early or too late to find a program that's right for you!
  • Oct 13: FAMily Kamayan
  • Oct 14: Game Night
  • Oct 19: OctoberFest
  • Oct 19: Men’s Soccer: International Night
    Let’s go to a FOOTball (soccer) game her on JMU campus as well as support our international peers who are playing for the men’s soccer team. Are up for the excitement and the task of cheering for JMU? We’ll head on over together. We’ll bring our JMU spirit, our friends and voices! More details are forthcoming!
  • Oct 21: Homecoming | Kick-Off & Fight Song T-shirt Day
  • Oct 21: Homecoming | Alumni Faculty/Staff KickOff Reception
  • Oct 22: Peace Corps Mentoring Event
    Event open to Peace Corps Prep and students accepted into Peace Corps service program. This will be an opportunity for students interested in Peace Corps service to connect with Returned Peace Corps volunteers in JMU community.
  • Oct 25: Homecoming | QuadFest
  • Oct 26: Homecoming | Headquarters
  • Oct 26: Homecoming | Stompmania Step Show
  • Oct 28: Lounge Expose
  • Oct 30: Monthly Foci
  • Nov 2: CSSA The Voice Of Virginia
  • Nov 7: CGE International Alumni Reception
    Come enjoy food and drink (heavy hors d’oeuvres plus beer and wine) with JMU’s Center for Global Engagement (formerly the Office of International Programs) to celebrate 40 years of international education at JMU. As you trade memories with other study abroad and international student alums, you’ll have a chance to meet staff members and hear what’s new and exciting at the Center for Global Engagement. We’ll be getting together on Thursday, 7 November, from 5 to 7 pm at JMU’s own Washington Center, located near Dupont Circle, at 1400 16th Street, NW. You can travel by Metro to the Dupont Circle station – a ten-minute walk away. If you drive, garage parking is available in the building, and you may also find street parking. So – mark your calendars and register to be with us for a joyful end-of-the-day gathering. We look forward to welcoming you! For more information, contact Judy Cohen - (540) 568-6979 or cohenjk@jmu.edu.
  • Nov 10: Founder's Day Brunch
  • Nov 11: Asian Student Union Night Market
  • Nov 13: Monthly Foci
  • Nov 13: Sigma Gamma Rho Informational
  • Nov 16: Asian Student Union Culture Show
  • Nov 18: Lounge Expose
  • Nov 20: Filipino Americans at Madison: Filipino Workshop
  • Nov 21: Thanksgiving Potluck Dinner
    Come and enjoy a home-cooked meal with an international twist to this U.S. traditional celebratory dinner. The CGE ISSS staff and invited guests will bring traditional home-cooked dishes to our traditional thanksgiving Potluck dinner for JMU's globally-minded community. You won't be disappointed, plus eating turkey won't be the only dish on the menu. Moreover, you'll be given the chance to test your trivia knowledge and win prizes. Bring your friend(s) over!
  • Dec 2: Lounge Expose
  • Dec 4: Special Study Abroad Advising Coffee & Treats
  • Dec 4: International Graduation Reception
    We invite all of our graduating students to a special graduation dinner to bid farewell to our globally-minded graduating students during this event as we also want to bestow our CGE graduation cord. While the CGE- International Student & Scholar Services staff is excited to celebrate the many achievements and the many new opportunities that await after those of you who will leave the campus and graduate, we also hate to see you leave. Please contact Thomas Lavenir (lavenitp@jmu.edu) for more information
  • Dec 4: De-Stress with the Dovez
  • Dec 6: Wintersgiving Banquet
  • Dec 6: Wintersgiving
  • Jan 18: Filipino Americans at Madison: Charity Ball
  • Feb 8: Madison Equality Charity Ball
  • Feb 21: AAAD Conference 2020
  • Mar 18: Annual Diversity Conference
  • Mar 19: Furious Flowers Opening Reading
  • Mar 20: International Student Leadership Conference
  • Mar 21: Furious Flowers Collegiate Summit
  • Mar 21: International Student Leadership Conference
  • Apr 4: Taste of Africa
  • Apr 4: Filipino Americans at Madison: Culture Show
  • Apr 10: Esteem Models Spring Show
  • Apr 11: The Asian Orgs Semiformal
  • Apr 11: Esteem Models Spring Show
  • Apr 11: Celebracion Latina

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Center for Multicultural Student Services
Madison Union(Taylor Hall)
MSC 3504
285 Warren Service Drive
Room 207
Harrisonburg, Virginia 22807