Articles written by Eric Gorton
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Award-winning JMU Geographic Science program earns NSF support for lightning study
On the heels of being recognized as the nation’s top undergraduate geography program, an NSF grant is funding a lightning study.
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JMU physicist, students had role in groundbreaking discovery
JMU physicist Kevin Giovanetti and his students contributed to an experiment that led to today’s announcement of a groundbreaking discovery.
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Architectural design students’ exhibition available in person
Titled "support.spread.arrange.grasp.join.continue," the show features the architectural design sophomore class.
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Annual JMU undergraduate juried artwork show to proceed virtually
ArtWorks Gallery will virtually host the Annual Undergraduate Juried Show for students in JMU’s School of Art, Design and Art History from April 5-May 5.
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JMU professor’s course on Audible is making listeners happy
In the two months since its publication, a JMU professor’s “happiness” course on Audible has a 4.7 rating out of 5.
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Virtual launch set for JMU center focused on African Diaspora studies
President Jonathan R. Alger will be among the guest speakers March 23 for a launch of the new African, African American, and Diaspora Studies Center.
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JMU expert says don’t blow off statewide tornado drill
Tornadoes may be rare in Virginia compared to some other parts of the country, but that’s no reason to shrug off Tuesday's tornado drill
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Professors aid effort to increase mental health crisis intervention
More than 160 people with mental health concerns have been served with funding from a $750,000 grant obtained by a pair of JMU professors.
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NSF backs JMU research program for community college students
Community college students from Virginia and nationally will be recruited for a summer research experience run by the JMU Biology Department.
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Rescheduled: Lt. Gov. candidates to discuss education from JMU
A pair of Lt. Governor candidates will discuss “The Future of Education in Virginia” during an hour-long forum open to the public.
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Lt. Gov. candidates to discuss education in livestream from JMU
A pair of Lt. Governor candidates will discuss “The Future of Education in Virginia” at 10 a.m. Saturday, Feb. 27 during an hour-long forum open to the public.
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JMU a top producer of Fulbright students for 2020-21
James Madison University has seven recent alumni who received Fulbright US Student Grants in 2020-2021.
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Black alumni to share success stories at MVS event
In recognition of Black History Month, the next installment of the Madison Vision Series will feature five Black JMU alumni who will share their success stories.
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Make the best of Valentine’s Day 2021, JMU expert says
While social distancing and other pandemic safety measures will still be in place for Valentine’s Day, there are ways to make the day meaningful, romantic.
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Lucy Simms ceremony among JMU Black History Month events
Professors Seán McCarthy and Mollie Godfrey, co-directors, received a $10,000 grant from Virginia Humanities to extend the reach of the award-winning display.
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JMU sociologist dispels immigrant stereotypes in new book
In his first book, “Fútbol in the Park: Immigrants, Soccer, and the Creation of Social Ties” Trouille dispels some common myths about immigrants.
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Calm in Chaos exhibit explores how students cope
ArtWorks Gallery at James Madison University will open a new exhibition, Calm in Chaos, on Monday, Feb. 15 with an online artist talk at 7 p.m.
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JMU December grad has job at the Super Bowl
Taylor Salyers graduated from the Hart School in December and is part of the digital media team for the Super Bowl.
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NASCAR partnership revs up opportunities for students
NASCAR announced JMU as the inaugural member of its new NASCAR University, a program that will provide training and internships.
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In challenging tax year, JMU continues preparation services
James Madison University College of Business students and faculty will once again offer free tax return preparation services.
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U.S. News picks four JMU programs for 2021 Best Online Master’s rankings
Four James Madison University online master’s degree programs were selected for the 2021 lists of the Best Online Master’s degree programs.
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Page County drug treatment court to launch with boost from JMU professor
With help from JMU Political Science professor Amanda Teye, Page County will launch of a new adult drug treatment court this spring.
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Duke Hall exhibit to feature work of indigenous, contemporary artist
The work of multidisciplinary artist Skeena Reece will be on display at the Duke Hall Gallery of Fine Art at James Madison University.
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MLK Jr. event features expert on indigenizing climate justice
Dr. Michelle Montgomery from the University of Washington Tacoma will be the keynote speaker to kickoff MLK, Jr. Celebration Week.
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Big grant funds investigation of life’s earliest stages
Undergraduate students will use genetics, molecular biology, mathematical modeling and artificial neural networks to model protein-DNA interactions.
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JMU professors receive national honor for community work
The national award recognizes faculty who exemplify excellence in connecting teaching, research and service to community engagement.
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Terry McAuliffe kicks off virtual candidate forums
Democrat Terry McAuliffe, a 2021 candidate for governor, will be the guest at a virtual town hall 1 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 17.
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Graduation is a bittersweet time, soon-to-be alums say
Having to finish her undergraduate career during a pandemic is leaving Elizabeth Owens feeling a little different about graduation.
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JMU's Almarode earns state's highest faculty award
John Almarode, executive director of teaching and learning, is among 12 recipients of the 2021 Outstanding Faculty Award.
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Start 2021 with positive attitude, JMU researchers say
JMU psychology professors Ben Blankenship and Jaime Kurtz say there are a number of strategies to help make 2021 a positive year.
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Virtual field trips created by JMU professors gain national recognition
A pair of virtual field trips prepared by two JMU geology professors have been placed in the “Exemplary Teaching Activity collection.”
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JMU Quad to host annual Veterans Day flag display Wednesday
Veterans Day commemorates and honors military service and marks the anniversary of the armistice that ended World War I in 1918.
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Rare minerals gift makes JMU museum a must see
The collection is well-known within the mineralogy community, but until now very few people have been granted the opportunity to view it.
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New JMU brain research could help understand Autism causes
The National Institutes of Health grant will enable the student-driven research team to study early neural networks.
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Election fatigue is real; JMU expert offers coping mechanisms
Psychology professor Ben Blankenship discusses what triggers people’s emotions and ways they can cope during elections.
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JMU poet is finalist for Library of Virginia Literary Award
Lauren Alleyne is one of three finalists in the poetry category for the Library of Virginia’s 23rd Annual Literary Awards.
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JMU physics major has big plans researching tiny particles
Physics major Elizabeth Moore has started working on a research project supported by the Thomas Jefferson National Accelerator Facility.
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