Jim Schmidt begins tenure as JMU president, sets vision for the future

Jul 9, 2025: Jim Schmidt has officially started his new role as the seventh president of James Madison University, marking a new chapter in the institution’s leadership.  

President Charlie King bids farewell to JMU

Jun 24, 2025: James Madison University President Charlie King will bid farewell to the university community this week after serving as JMU’s president since July 1, 2024. 

New appointments announced

Jun 23, 2025: Gov. Youngkin recently announced new JMU Board of Visitors members.

Board of Visitors retreat summary

Jun 10, 2025: The JMU Board of Visitors recently held a retreat to discuss the future of the university.

President King recognized with 3 resolutions

May 14, 2025: President Charlie King was recently recognized for his leadership and for fostering a collaborative and inclusive environment on campus.

Board of Visitors summary of actions and discussions

Apr 11, 2025: The JMU Board of Visitors met Friday, April 11, 2025, in the Festival Conference and Student Center.

JMU announces Dr. James C. Schmidt as seventh president

Mar 26, 2025: JMU has announced Dr. James C. Schmidt as the university’s seventh president.

Invitation to announcement of JMU's new president

Mar 25, 2025: JMU cordially invites you to attend the announcement of JMU’s seventh president at 11 a.m. on March 26, 2025, at Wilson Hall.

Board of Visitors summary of actions and discussions

Feb 14, 2025: The JMU Board of Visitors met Friday, Feb. 14, 2025, in the Festival Conference and Student Center. 

JMU presidential search committee to meet

Feb 5, 2025: The presidential search committee will meet in closed sessions Feb. 9 to Feb. 11.

Chamique Holdsclaw to speak at Martin Luther King Jr. Week event

Jan 16, 2025: JMU's Martin Luther King Jr. Week will feature mental health advocate, Olympic gold medalist, and WNBA Hall of Famer Chamique Holdsclaw.

JMU presidential search committee to meet

Jan 9, 2025: The presidential search committee will hold a closed session on Tuesday, Jan. 14 and Wednesday, Jan. 15.

JMU football claims first bowl title in Boca Raton

Dec 19, 2024: A pair of quarterbacks who hadn’t led a scoring drive this season, led JMU to its first-ever bowl victory on Wednesday, Dec. 18.

JMU presidential search committee to meet

Dec 18, 2024: The presidential search committee will hold a closed session on Thurs., Dec. 19.

Presidential transition update - Dec. 13, 2024

Dec 13, 2024: At this stage, search committee members are thoroughly reviewing and rating the candidates under consideration.

Holiday greetings from President King

Dec 11, 2024: On behalf of my family, we wish you and your family a safe and happy holiday season.

JMU adopts Okanagan Charter, committing to health across campus

Oct 8, 2024: JMU extended its commitment to foster health and well-being across campus as it formally adopted the Okanagan Charter during an event on Festival’s lawn.  

River deep, mountain high

Oct 4, 2024: Dukes support rival App State in the aftermath of Hurricane Helene.

JMU to adopt charter promoting commitment to health on campus

Oct 2, 2024: JMU will extend its commitment to foster health and well-being across campus as it formally adopts the Okanagan Charter Oct. 8.

President King, JMU Parents Council honor special Dukes family

Sep 30, 2024: The JMU community recognized Brad Vaughan as the Family Member of the Year.

Board of Visitors summary of actions and discussions

Sep 13, 2024: The JMU Board of Visitors met Friday, Sept. 13, in the Festival Conference and Student Center.

President King applauds JMU wage employees

Sep 5, 2024: JMU President Charlie King celebrated the significant contributions wage employees make at JMU during an annual breakfast at Festival.

Downtown Harrisonburg welcomes JMU students at annual block party

Aug 26, 2024: JMU students and senior leaders participated in this year’s Block Party in the ‘Burg event on Saturday.

President King joins area college presidents for Chamber event

Aug 22, 2024: JMU Interim President Charlie King joined presidents of other area colleges to provide updates as the new academic year begins.

Congressman Ben Cline tours School of Nursing

Aug 21, 2024: Congressman Ben Cline visited the JMU School of Nursing Wednesday to receive feedback from students in the online doctoral program.

President King welcomes faculty and staff

Aug 19, 2024: King provides campus updates and shares his vision for the new academic year.

Gov. Youngkin visits JMU, signs bill supporting early learning

Aug 16, 2024: Gov. Glenn Youngkin visited JMU on Thursday for a bill-signing ceremony at Anthony Seeger Hall.

JMU signs agreement with Alamein International University

Jul 22, 2024: On July 25, JMU Interim President Charlie King signed a Memorandum of Understanding with Alamein International University (Egypt).

95% of 2023 JMU grads achieve positive career outcomes

Jul 22, 2024: More than 2,500 James Madison University undergraduates from the class of 2023 found work within six months of receiving their diplomas.

Update on Crowdstrike outage

Jul 20, 2024: Message from Interim President Charlie King

Dukes return to Capitol Hill

Jul 15, 2024: JMU hosted approximately 100 alumni and federal staff members at the 18th edition of “JMU on the Hill,” a reception held last month in Washington, D.C.

Charlie King shares statement on "Top State for Business in 2024" ranking

Jul 11, 2024: JMU Interim President Charlie King shares his thoughts on CNBC’s ranking of Virginia as “America’s Top State for Business and Education in 2024.”

Charlie King begins role as interim president of James Madison University

Jul 8, 2024: As King begins his new position, he will draw on his vast knowledge of the university to continue its ascent as one of the top public universities in the nation.

JMU recognized by the Carnegie Elective Classification for Leadership for Public Purpose

Jun 14, 2024: JMU is one of 25 institutions to receive this recognition.

Public notice: Presidential search committee meeting

Jun 6, 2024: The presidential search committee will meet on Monday, June 10.

Composition of JMU Presidential Search Committee announced

May 17, 2024: The composition of the committee leading the search for the seventh president at James Madison University has been finalized.

JMU appoints Wood vice president of enrollment management

May 13, 2024: After a national search, Melinda Wood has been appointed vice president for enrollment management.

JMU to honor leaders for their tenure

Apr 19, 2024: The JMU Board of Visitors voted to name two streets in honor of two long-time employees and rename one building in honor of JMU’s sixth president.

JMU Board of Visitors votes on key leadership roles

Apr 19, 2024: JMU Board of Visitors voted on key leadership roles at its meeting Friday, April. 19.

Board of Visitors summary of actions

Apr 19, 2024: The JMU Board of Visitors met Friday, April 19, 2024 in the Festival Conference and Student Center.