News Archive: August 2026

A new generation of Dukes arrives: Meet JMU’s Class of 2030
August 26, 2026: A new generation of Dukes has arrived, bringing thousands of students to JMU with dreams, traditions and a shared excitement for their next chapter.
Inaugural summer Global Academy brings the world to JMU
August 25, 2026: JMU's Global Academy challenges students to find big solutions using AI
JMU alumna Lesley Kipling (’99) shares message of service, purpose with new Dukes
August 24, 2026: Lights of Madison event welcomes nearly 5,000 new students to campus.
Parents Council chairs offer JMU families advice to love more, worry less
August 20, 2026: Dave (’91) and Marcy (’91) Kozlowski, co-chairs of the JMU Parents Council, share advice for current and prospective JMU parents.
Train, Moon Taxi to perform at JMU’s Atlantic Union Bank Center Oct. 2
August 18, 2026: Grammy-winning rock band Train and Nashville-based alternative rock band Moon Taxi will perform at AUBC on Oct. 2, 2026.
Momentum with a purpose
August 18, 2026: President Jim hypes The Madison Promise as JMU's legacy.
JMU honors employees with 2026 President’s Purple Star Awards
August 18, 2026: JMU honors its ‘star’ employees for 2026.
$500,000 gift marks first private investment in JMU’s future Madison District transformation
August 7, 2026: Charlie Obaugh Auto Group gift of $500,000 marks first private investment in JMU’s future Madison District transformation
VIDEO: The Doors Are Open at Carrier Library
August 3, 2026: Take a first look inside Carrier Library and discover the new spaces waiting for Dukes.

James Madison University

Wilson Hall
951 Madison Drive
Harrisonburg, Virginia 22807

Email Us
(540) 568-6211