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Alumnus Jason Miyares will become Virginia’s first Latino attorney general

The holidays and hard conversations, JMU expert offers advice for keeping everyone at the table

Professor Rob Alexander, co-director of the Institute for Constructive Advocacy and Dialogue at JMU offers advice for how to navigate difficult situations as people gather this holiday season.

Board of Visitors summary of actions and discussions

The James Madison University Board of Visitors met Friday, November 19, 2021 in the Festival Conference and Student Center.

With supply chain in flux, JMU expert urges patience while shopping, booking travel

JMU business professor and supply chain expert William Ritchie provides answers to some common questions to help consumers navigate holiday shopping this year.

JMU Board of Visitors to meet this week

The JMU Board of Visitors will meet Friday, Nov. 19 at 8:30 a.m. in the Festival Conference and Student Center.

JMU experts offer tips for navigating the holidays

As the holiday season approaches, JMU experts offer research-backed strategies for navigating stressful situations, finding enjoyment.

JMU astrophysicist anticipates launch of James Webb Telescope

A JMU astrophysicist who researches black holes is looking forward to the Dec. 18 launch of the James Webb Space Telescope.

University class that provides respite care going strong after 20 years

A JMU class where students provide companionship for adults 60-years-old and older is marking its 20th year.

James Madison joins Sun Belt Conference

The Sun Belt Conference announces the addition of James Madison University into the league after a unanimous vote of the Sun Belt CEOs.

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An elected Duke
Alumnus Jason Miyares will become Virginia’s first Latino attorney general
Dancing for the day care
For the participating teams, there was no better prize than the opportunity to help support the children of the valley.
Niche gives JMU an 'A' in its 2022 assessment
James Madison University has racked up an overall grade of 'A' from Niche's 2022 Best Colleges ranking.
'Ms. Madison' goes to Richmond
Emily Baker (’21) spent part of last summer learning firsthand the inner workings of Virginia’s executive branch during a fellowship in the Governor’s Office.
Once again, JMU is the Best College in Virginia for Getting a Job
The Zippia ranking is one in a long line of recent mentions that makes a compelling case for the high quality of a JMU degree.
John Hinshaw (’92) pays it forward with new scholarship
Former Pell grant recipient joins the Warden Scholarship Match to help the next JMU generation
Donors break annual fundraising record despite pandemic
JMU finished the fiscal year that ended on June 30 at $23.2 million in private gifts, returning to the year-over-year increases seen since Unleashed began seven years ago.
Honoring her heritage
A member of the Sappony tribe of North Carolina, Martin is double-majoring in English and Native American History, Culture, and Narratives and has a minor in Environmental Humanities.
A Grandfather's Love
Bud Grey (’80) is also known fondly as "baba" by his granddaughter, Cece, who lives far away. Missing her deeply inspired Grey to illustrate a story for her called "The Buddy Bridge."