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Students lead as JMU hosts national AIS conference
James Madison University took center stage as students led a national Association for Information Systems Student Chapter Leadership conference, welcoming peers from 18 universities. From competitions to hands-on workshops, the student-run event showcased innovation, leadership and real-world problem solving. Read more.
From Valley Scholar to national researcher
After years of visiting campus through the Valley Scholars program, one JMU student arrived ready to get involved. That early familiarity turned into interdisciplinary research, leadership roles and a national conference presentation, gradually reshaping what she thought was possible during college. Read more.
CEE hosts Young Entrepreneurs Summit for local high school students and teachers
Local high school students explored what entrepreneurship looks like in the classroom at JMU’s Young Entrepreneurs Summit. Hosted by the Center for Economic Education, the one‑day event brought a new entrepreneurship curriculum to life through hands-on activities designed for both students and teachers. Read more.
Rainey-Shepard-Kushel Business Plan Competition
On March 27 the College of Business hosted its annual Business Plan Competition, welcoming students, alumni, parents and judges to the Forum, where five student-teams presented their innovative ideas and competed for more than $50,000 in scholarships. Teams were judged on presentation quality, business idea originality and potential for profitability and then questioned on finance, management, marketing and operations details before judges deliberated. Meet the winning teams and participants.
School store
The College of Business school store is open! Just in time for spring, we’re offering visors, caps, shorts, performance pullovers and mock-neck sweatshirts for all. Get something for a May graduate or grab something you can comfortably wear to your favorite JMU event. Whatever the occasion, we have you covered with officially branded apparel. Place your order today.
Upcoming events
- Admitted Student Open House (April 10 & 17)
- Student Awards Ceremony (May 14)
- College of Business Commencement (May 15)