Inspiring women to lead with heart

Jan 9, 2026: No matter where life has taken her, Dr. Ebony Parker Waugh (’93) always comes home to Madison.

From humble beginnings to the national stage

Dec 26, 2025: In the span of five decades, JMU football has risen from an upstart Division III program to a College Football Playoff berth.

Dr. Sojib Zaman named 2% Top Scientist for fourth year running

Dec 19, 2025: Dr. Sojib Zaman ranked among the 2% top scientists with more than 100,000 career citations

Mind, body and spirit

Dec 12, 2025: A former Dukes football player is the dean of a new medical school in Chicago, the Windy City’s first in nearly 100 years.

Jewelry artist is hooked on JMU

Dec 5, 2025: How one alumna started fresh and found her creative spark through permanent jewelry.

A taste for memory

Nov 21, 2025: English-SMAD alum writes a gravestone cookbook.

President Jim gets to know Richmond-area Dukes

Nov 21, 2025: Schmidt addresses ‘the head and the heart’ of JMU’s future

President Jim touches down in New York City

Nov 19, 2025: Alumni see critical thinking as top skill of JMU grads

President Jim meets with Dukes around the DMV

Nov 7, 2025: Alumni, parents tell President Jim they feel heard at JMU

Alumna advocates for veterans in WWII documentary

Nov 4, 2025: Executive producer Holly Stadtler (’83) weaves together contemporary memoir with historical drama

Tidewater area greets JMU's new president

Oct 31, 2025: Dr. James C. Schmidt lays out roadmap for change at Norfolk tour stop

The board behind the college

Oct 28, 2025: What kind of impact does the Board of Advisors have on the College of Business?

Alumna oversees Virginia’s disability savings program

Oct 27, 2025: ABLEnow allows Virginians with disabilities to save money without losing their public benefits.

President Jim tour stops in Northern Virginia

Oct 24, 2025: Great Falls event focuses on ‘propelling JMU ahead of the pack’

Home sweet home

Oct 22, 2025: Making new Madison memories where it all began

VRS director using policy background to build for future

Oct 17, 2025: Patricia “Trish” Schwab Bishop (’92) leads the 14th-largest pension plan in the U.S.

President Jim receives Friendly City welcome

Oct 16, 2025: ‘Town-gown’ relationship emphasized during Harrisonburg tour stop

Charlotte welcomes President Jim

Oct 8, 2025: JMU’s seventh leader impresses alumni with bold ambitions.

Finding "Happyville"

Oct 1, 2025: Forever Loyal Dukes Alan Leffers (’87, ’90M) and Michael Longo make a $1 million planned gift to JMU’s unrestricted fund.

Getting to know President Jim

Sep 26, 2025: President Schmidt engaged the JMU Nation in the first event of his Presidential Tour.

COB 300 in Antwerp leaves lasting impact on alumna

Sep 25, 2025: Studying abroad offers the chance to realize dreams, make an impact and change the trajectory of one’s life.

Future-focused

Sep 22, 2025: President Jim outlines his vision for JMU and what it means to be an "entrepreneurial" leader.

Three Dukes making their mark on Broadway

Sep 17, 2025: Austin Colby (’11), Brent Comer (’19) and Mackenzie Meadows (’20) are chasing their dreams in New York City.

Finding her calling: Advocacy beyond the screen

Sep 15, 2025: After a dream internship experience in New York City, Sheriden Osei (‘22, ‘25M) is pursuing her next dream while merging her passions for entertainment and advocacy.

New library spaces will serve all JMU students

Sep 12, 2025: When Carrier Library reopens in Fall 2026, Dukes will discover new, specialized spaces designed to enhance learning.

Kinesiology majors learn sports medicine, fitness in Australia study abroad

Sep 3, 2025: Kinesiology majors fulfilled their practicum experiences by supporting Australian Football clubs in Melbourne and Perth to engage in sports medicine, fitness and exercise.

Elevating the stature

Aug 29, 2025: Thomas N. Gallaher (’72) was a key figure in the rise of the Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry.

JMU alumna brings new life to Silver Lake Farm with expansive mural

Aug 27, 2025: A blank wall at Silver Lake Farm & Event Center in Dayton, Virginia has become a vibrant work of art

Family Business

Aug 27, 2025: MBA parents and their business-major children are discovering that learning really does run in the family.

Hospitality alumna transitions from corporate to restaurant ownership

Aug 22, 2025: Hayes’ journey over the past several years has impressed upon her the importance of learning and growing.

Jersey Mike's University

Aug 8, 2025: JMU and Jersey Mike’s share more than just initials. The two brands mirror each other in meaningful ways.

Alumni make global impact with portraits of peace

Jul 25, 2025: Chris Schroeder (’05) and Johnny Selman (’05) turned postage stamps into an internationally acclaimed art campaign.

New Gilliam Center for Entrepreneurship executive director appointed

Jul 21, 2025: Diane Durance assumes executive director role in the GCFE

From sail to sole, alumnus charts a sustainable fashion course

Jul 18, 2025: Using upcycled luxury scarves, Chris Bartick (’05) reimagines the shoe

Successful X-Labs work-based learning program seeks to scale

Jul 11, 2025: Specialized cohort groups trained through JMU X-labs are changing the face of summer internships.

A royal honor: King named honorary alumnus

Jun 30, 2025: The JMU Alumni Association Board of Directors voted to honor Charlie King, with their highest recognition, Honorary Alumni status, on June 13.

JMU staff warns of scams targeting Dukes

Jun 27, 2025: Armed with tips and intuition, Dukes can sidestep common scams.

Soak up the sun with a good book

Jun 20, 2025: Summer is the perfect time to slow down, unplug and lose yourself in a great JMU story.

Musical Theatre major stars in Tony-winning Broadway hit

Jun 13, 2025: In high school, Brent Comer (’19) mistakenly signed up to study theater; now he's starring on Broadway.

Real Criminal Minds

May 30, 2025: Crime scene investigation is more involved than it looks on TV.

'The fire is still roaring'

May 23, 2025: Twelve years after graduating, alumni rock duo Illiterate Light is more inspired than ever.

Outstanding Seniors leave marks on Hart School and beyond

May 20, 2025: Outstanding Senior award recipients look back on their four years.

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, but the experience changed him forever.

IIHHS aims to improve the human condition

Apr 28, 2025: A JMU institute works with communities to advance a culture of health and equity.

Leaving an imprint at JMU and abroad

Apr 28, 2025: For 26 years, Dr. Suzanne Fiederlein guided CISR through its challenges and successes.

JMU partnering with Virginia Clean Cities on clean-transportation initiatives

Apr 25, 2025: The venture aims to advance knowledge and foster innovation.

Organization for young alums makes its pitch

Apr 23, 2025: Young alums often want to give back, but don’t know how.

Reaching across the aisle

Apr 22, 2025: Virginia Senate leaders Scott Surovell (’93) and Ryan McDougle (’93) discuss bridging divides and serving the commonwealth.

From Madison to the first grade

Apr 15, 2025: At her 50th reunion, Faye Pleasants (’66) discovered a way to support future teachers at JMU — without breaking the bank.

Madison Investment Fund: Beyond the portfolio

Apr 11, 2025: The Madison Investment Fund offers students hands-on opportunities for professional development.

University Career Center offers expert guidance and resources

Apr 11, 2025: Dukes find that JMU gives them an advantage.

Alumna receives presidential Lifetime Achievement Award

Apr 4, 2025: Dr. Kristie Norwood’s (’04) journey is one of leadership, advocacy and lasting impact in mental health.

MBA in New Zealand

Mar 31, 2025: 15 years later, MBA 695 students are still trotting the globe.

Royal succession

Mar 28, 2025: Dukes pass the baton atop the Virginia Chamber of Commerce.

JMU wins eighth annual Virginia Cyber Cup Competition

Mar 27, 2025: Six students from JMU’s Cyber Defense Club won the eighth annual Virginia Cyber Cup Competition held Feb. 21–22 at the Virginia Military Institute.

'Challenge' celebrates banner decade

Mar 19, 2025: Scholarship competition marks 10 years of rewarding values-based business ideas.

A perfect match

Mar 18, 2025: One alumna’s selfless act leads to a lifesaving connection.

Building a big business in small batches

Feb 28, 2025: Mike Norwood ('89), founder of the Wears Woody apparel brand, is chasing his dreams while giving back.

M.S. in Accounting program consistently produces top performers

Feb 27, 2025: Students in JMU’s M.S. in Accounting program significantly outperform the national average on the CPA exam.

From JMU to the PGA

Feb 26, 2025: For Derek Sprague (’88), success comes from passion, perseverance and making the most of every opportunity.

Timeline highlights ‘Black Firsts’ at JMU

Feb 26, 2025: Black pioneers and initiatives paved the way for future generations of Dukes.

Scholarships: Created and lived by Dukes

Jan 17, 2025: Meet the scholarship recipients

Graduates of the past change Carrier Library’s future

Jan 15, 2025: Donors make gifts to name the library's entrances.

Positive career outcomes

Jan 13, 2025: While the world of work has changed fundamentally, JMU graduates are fully prepared to succeed.

Leadership rooted in action

Jan 7, 2025: Maureen Metcalf (’84), CEO of the Innovative Leadership Institute, combines expertise and groundbreaking leadership.