News Archive: March 2020

Stand up and be counted
March 31, 2020: The 2020 Census is underway. Here's what you need to know.
Students urged to heed stay home order
March 31, 2020: This order strengthens previous guidance, directing all Virginians to stay home, unless you absolutely have to leave.
Update on working from remote locations
March 31, 2020: For those who are working at home, please continue to work remotely and come to campus only when necessary.
JMU Gus Bus goes virtual to promote reading to Harrisonburg children
March 30, 2020: The coronavirus isn’t stopping the Gus Bus from promoting reading to Harrisonburg schoolchildren in grades K-5.
Pale Fire Helps lends helping hand to restaurant workers
March 30, 2020: Duke Tim Brady ('06) helps establish a food bank to assist in a difficult time.
A lot to be proud of this week
March 28, 2020: Throughout this period of sacrifice and uncertainty, I have witnessed incredible acts of selflessness, ingenuity, and creativity.
Update on grading, final exams and withdrawing from courses
March 24, 2020: Academic Affairs offers important information related to grading, final exams, and withdrawing from courses.
Confirmed Case of COVID-19 in the JMU Community
March 19, 2020: On March 19, James Madison University officials were made aware of a confirmed case of COVID-19 in a JMU student.
Update from President Alger on Spring Semester
March 18, 2020: Taking many factors into consideration, I write today with important updates regarding keeping classes online through the end of the semester, and other decisions.
Clarifying Message on Classes
March 13, 2020: First of all, thank you to everyone working so hard this week to manage this situation.
Class aids local immigrants on their quest to citizenship
March 10, 2020: Michelle Cude, professor of social studies education, designed a class to meet the needs of future teachers and local immigrants seeking citizenship.
Coronavirus updates for Academic Affairs (3/10)
March 10, 2020: The following communications was sent from JMU's Provost, Dr. Heather Coltman to Academic Affairs faculty and staff.
Rocket man
March 9, 2020: Raphael Perrino ('07, '09M) finds his technical communication background fits the rocket industry.
Campaign Update - March 5, 2020
March 5, 2020: An update on Unleashed: The Campaign for James Madison University.
Coronavirus updates for Academic Affairs
March 3, 2020: The following communications was sent from JMU's Provost, Dr. Heather Coltman to Academic Affairs faculty and staff.
Feb. 25 Update to Students in Italy
March 3, 2020: James Madison University is aware of the spread of Coronavirus to several European countries, including Italy. Our primary concern is the safety and health of our students abroad.
Planting the seeds
March 3, 2020: MLS star CJ Sapong's ('10) foundation empowers underserved communities through nutrition, education and community building.
As youth sports leagues spring into action, caring climate is important
March 2, 2020: JMU professor Lori Gano-Overway recommends coaches focus on creating positive sport experiences for kids that teach physical skills and life skills.

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