Year in South Africa inspires novel, lifelong friendships

May 2, 2025: Marcus O’Malley (’04) traveled to South Africa hoping to change one or two lives, and the experience changed him forever.

Powering the ocean: Turning bacteria into renewable energy

Mar 28, 2025: ISAT professor Cheng Li and a team of students are using microbial fuel cells to make ocean research more efficient.

Dukes in discovery

Jan 13, 2025: The tools have changed, but the spirit of intellectual curiosity and engaged learning remains at Madison.

Q and A with JMU's Dr. Carole Nash

Nov 13, 2024: Dr. Carole Nash (’83) was recently appointed by Virginia Gov. Glenn Youngkin to the board of trustees of the Virginia Museum of Natural History.

Oil, obfuscation and the open sea: How an IA professor investigated illegal oil laundering

Nov 7, 2024: A professor, Giangiuseppe Pili and his team uncover the shadowy world of oil laundering in the Mediterranean Sea.

JMU’s new Sensory Room leads the way in student well-being

Nov 7, 2024: Discover a world of sensory experiences designed to promote relaxation, focus and comfort in JMU's new Sensory Room

Summer intern program a first for JMU, Ellucian

Oct 18, 2024: The X-Labs Reimagined Internship was a resounding success.

Air pollution increases thunderstorm danger

Aug 30, 2024: "Urban pollution is capable of enhancing thunderstorms and lightning," says Geography professor, Mace Bentley.

Storied Green Book house a ‘time capsule’ rich in Black history

Aug 2, 2024: Former boarding house welcomed George Washington Carver and the Duke Ellington and Count Basie bands.

Summer instructors focus on unique, engaging content

Jul 19, 2024: Summer courses offer unique opportunities for learning, both in and out of the classroom.

Planting the future: ISAT students restore riverbank

Jul 9, 2024: ISAT majors dedicated their capstone projects to stabilizing the stream bank and floodplain, combating erosion at the JMU farm.

Faculty Spotlight: Weiming Hu

Jun 28, 2024: From lively classroom discussions to collaborative projects like developing a data dashboard for the Hillside weather station, Hu fosters a rich learning environment.

Jeffrey Tang named interim dean of JMU CISE

Jun 25, 2024: Jeffrey Tang has been named the new interim dean of JMU’s College of Integrated Science and Engineering.

Celebrating a journey of innovation and leadership

Jun 20, 2024: As Kolvoord steps into his new role as interim provost, CISE celebrates his journey marked by outstanding achievements and innovative programs.

Students develop an app to detect early skin cancer

May 14, 2024: Selina Matolak (’24) and Amber Oliver (’23) bridge the gap between technology and public health.

The ISAT Podcast

Apr 30, 2024: The new series will address topics on the impacts of science and technology.

IA students form new group

Apr 30, 2024: WINS isn’t just another club; it’s a supportive community offering a diverse array of opportunities to explore the field.

Kriste Lipold Wins Boren Award

Apr 29, 2024: Lipold will study in Slovenia later this year

Intelligence Analysis students participate in the Intelligence Studies Consortium

Apr 2, 2024: JMU was the only university to send IA undergraduates to the ISC conference.

A Better World Together exhibit promotes environmental stewardship ahead of Earth Day

Apr 1, 2024: This immersive showcase, on display through May 9, serves as a beacon of hope, urging students to consider their role in shaping a sustainable future.

ISAT celebrates 30 years of innovation and impact

Apr 1, 2024: From its humble beginnings in the early ’90s, the program has become a powerhouse of interdisciplinary education.