News Archive: May 2014

'Flipped' classroom improves student learning in physics
May 30, 2014: Some JMU physics students have not had to do homework the past two years
Study just one science? That's not enough for ISAT major
May 28, 2014: When it comes to solving environmental problems, Ashleigh Cotting has a handle on
JMU's newest deans look to shape colleges' future
May 27, 2014: A pair of new deans were announced this spring, but the individuals filling those positions
Students team up with nonprofit to promote sexual assault awareness
May 21, 2014: Collaboration leads to retooling of Collins Center website
Professor recognized for education research
May 16, 2014: Dr. David Daniel makes list of most influential scholars
JMU team has strong showing in national wind power competition
May 13, 2014: A wind turbine designed and built by JMU students finished second
Brain trust: Who researches to improve education?
May 12, 2014: Educational neuroscientist is a teacher at heart
2014 Summer Improvements
May 12, 2014: Summer is time when campus is filled with a different kind of activity - construction and facility improvements
JMU graduates are ready to make a difference
May 9, 2014: Speakers urge Class of 2014 to use their knowledge to make an impact
Students help shape White House efforts to prevent sexual assault
May 9, 2014: Pair invited to the executive mansion to advise task force
JMU student's search engine project wins $10,000 prize
May 8, 2014: A James Madison University senior has won an additional $10,000
A chance to start over
May 6, 2014: The CDA goes beyond just teaching English language lessons
Boren scholar, 2014 graduate's experience anything but ordinary
May 5, 2014: Graduating with one major is difficult enough, but one member of the Class of 2014 managed to take on three majors
JMU team heading to Vegas for national wind power competition
May 5, 2014: A group of James Madison University students from various majors will be heading to Las Vegas
Business Plan Competition: Sometimes it takes a maverick or two
May 5, 2014: Alumni duo endows Business Plan Competition and engages students with competition and incentive.
Democracy depends on enlightened citizens, by Christopher Phillips
May 2, 2014: Socratic method specialist's talk focuses on discussion and action
JMU earns more praise for green efforts
May 1, 2014: Princeton Review and Governor's Office recognize JMU as leader in environmental matters
Legacy Scholarships
May 1, 2014: What does legacy mean? At JMU it means celebrating family and rewarding success.
Ethical decision-making: It's Complicated 2014
May 1, 2014: Dr. Brian Charette, associate vice president, University Planning and Analysis, recently lead a group of 30 first-year students through their It's Complicated session.
Forbes Center's 2014-15 Fifth Anniversary Season
May 1, 2014: Rosanne Cash, Garrison Keillor and Ailey II top Forbes Center's 2014-2015 Fifth Anniversary Season.
It's not about getting rich
May 1, 2014: JMU faculty and alumni help students apply creativity and put innovation into practice.
Finding inspiration in crisis
May 1, 2014: The premature birth of her daughters brought both challenge and positive change to JMU alum Leigh Taylor Sewell.
The education of Dr. Woo
May 1, 2014: Is there an ideal learning environment?
The case for equity in education
May 1, 2014: Is education meeting the real needs of America's youth?

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