News Archive: February 2020

Update on JMU International Programs
February 29, 2020: James Madison University is closely monitoring the outbreak of COVID-19. Our primary concern is the well-being of members of the JMU community.
JMU monitoring coronavirus
February 29, 2020: You have most likely seen reports concerning the evolving communicable disease caused by coronavirus, first detected in Wuhan City, China. We are monitoring the situation closely.
JMU to close all current spring-semester study abroad programs in Italy
February 28, 2020: JMU has canceled all spring semester on-campus operations for Italy-based study abroad programs, including Semester in Florence and the EUPS master’s program.
Study Abroad Coronavirus FAQ
February 28, 2020: JMU is monitoring the spread of Coronavirus. Our primary concern is the safety of our students. This page will be updated as information becomes available.
Dance marathon to benefit area children and their families
February 28, 2020: Join JMU students, faculty, staff and guests in supporting UVA Children's Hospital this weekend.
Landmines and the civil war, a precursor to modern weapons of destruction
February 27, 2020: In his newest book, "America's Buried History: Landmines in the Civil War," Kenneth R. Rutherford unearths the history of landmines.
Harrisonburg High students to experience Paralympic sports at JMU clinic
February 26, 2020: Paralympians Matt Simpson and Trevon Jenifer will take time off from their preparations for the 2020 Tokyo games to lead the activities
JMU among Peace Corps’ 2020 top volunteer-producing schools
February 26, 2020: Peace Corps announced today that James Madison University ranked No. 25 among large size schools on the agency’s list of top volunteer-producing colleges and universities in 2020.
Stress relief, science of psychology come together
February 24, 2020: Jaime Kurtz, who researches strategies for happiness, is providing students strategies to handle stress while teaching them psychology.
Update on Title IX efforts at JMU
February 20, 2020: JMU has been collaborating with student leaders to strengthen processes, policies, prevention and resources related to sexual misconduct.
Cutting through the noise about over-the-counter hearing aids
February 20, 2020: James Madison University researcher Ayasakanta Rout says the guidelines, when approved, will make hearing aids much more accessible.
President’s Day, an unrealized dream for Founding Fathers
February 17, 2020: Professor of history explains why the founding fathers were so fixated on their legacies and how we can still see traces of their influence on our lives today.
The Flowerings Project: a Library in Transformation
February 17, 2020: A $150,000 grant from The Andrew W. Mellon Foundation will allow the College of Arts and Letters and the JMU Libraries to deepen their partnership.
JMU selected for 2020 community engagement classification
February 11, 2020: JMU has been selected to receive the 2020 Community Engagement Classification by The Carnegie Foundation.
ROTC hosts luncheon to honor Vietnam veterans
February 11, 2020: James Madison University ROTC is hosting the 6th annual Vietnam War Commemoration Luncheon on Friday, February 14, from 10:45 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.
Relationship expert on emotional support in time for Valentine’s Day
February 11, 2020: Love expert is available to discuss common relationship myths, self-love and the importance of emotional support between partners.
JMU tops national list for most Fulbright students
February 10, 2020: JMU has 15 students studying abroad on Fulbright scholarships this school year, the most of any master’s level university in the country.
Board of Visitors Summary of Actions and Discussions
February 7, 2020: The James Madison University Board of Visitors met Friday, Feb. 7, 2020, in the Board Room of Madison’s Festival Conference and Student Center.
Leading the organization
February 7, 2020: Business leader alumnae shared their insights as Madison Vision Series panelists.
#Oscarssowhite, How digital spaces are reimagining advocacy
February 5, 2020: Morgan Smalls, SMAD professor, uses popular culture as an entryway to have larger conversations in the classroom about race, class, gender and power.
Professor discusses most common mistakes made when filing income taxes
February 4, 2020: Accounting professor breaks down why simple mistakes on tax paperwork often lead to major headaches for the IRS.

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