Continuing the impact

Representing the JMU Alumni Association at the 2022 Madison Trust, Wei Huang expected to have fun. What he didn’t expect was to be so inspired by these projects that he'd chip in his own money, too.

Filling the gaps

Recruiter's business philosophy is based not on short-term profits, but on building deep and long-term relationships with clients.

Growing greens

Virginia farmer serves salad lovers with subscription service.

Nun other than a Duke

Alumna gives up social media, marriage for a new devotion.

Being the Warrior

Alumna’s passion is making gymnastics safer.

CSPA Alumni Profile - Leah Beard (’18M)

Catch up with alumni from the College Student Personnel Administration concentration.

Health sciences alum recruits fellow Dukes

I knew I wanted to be part of something with healthcare, I just wasn’t sure what. So, I declared Health Sciences as my major to help me explore my options.

A conversation with My Monticello author Jocelyn Nicole Johnson (’93)

Since it was published in October 2021, Johnson's book has received rave reviews and numerous accolades.

JMU English alum, librarian, gravestone recipe baker, and TikTok star, Rosie Grant.

JMU English Alum and TikTok Star, Rosie Grant

JMU English alum, librarian, gravestone recipe baker, and TikTok star, Rosie Grant.

JMU English Alum and TikTok Star, Rosie Grant

Jamie Jones Miller (’99) leads by example

“It was an easy yes. It was an organization that I’d admired. I believe 100 percent in the mission.”

SMAD Day 2022 to feature plenty of career advice, networking

SMAD Day on Friday, Oct. 21, will allow students, alumni, faculty and staff to catch up — and offer students career connections.

Roni Jennings (’84) Inspired to Give Back

"As a teacher, as a mom, as a JMU grad, it’s like: yes, I need to do this.”

Barbara Bouldin (’87) Empowered By Her Place in the Amethyst Circle

“Every time I leave JMU, my cup is full. Every single time. My giving is simply an overflow of that feeling of gratitude.”

JMU English Alum, Liz Ferguson, is Published

Meet JMU English's new Department Head, Dr. Becky Childs

‘Power Dukes’ lead the way in commerce

A dozen Dukes are among the most influential leaders in Virginia.

Friend, Bridesmaid and Coworker

College of Education graduates Ashley Boyle Schiraldi ('12, '13M) and Kathryn Dilley ('12, '13M) re beginning their 10th year of teaching at Phoebe Hearst Elementary School in Washington, D.C.

Pair of JMU alums selected as Virginia Management Fellows

Of 10 students selected from around the state to the 2022-24 Virginia Management Fellows program, two come from JMU.

Resistance and resilience

JMU historian Meg Mulrooney recovers the life and legacy of Yuri Nemoto (’46), Madison’s first Asian American student.

Making the comeback

The JMU Family unites behind two brothers’ rare syndrome.

‘Enjoy the journey’ of first-time home ownership 

Real estate executive Kim Lally Holmes ('07) offers tips for navigating the market.

Under the radar

Jill Harris (’08) is a watchdog at the nonprofit Environmental Investigation Agency.

The Good Liar

Brian Curry (’03) might be a con man, but he’s no liar. Or is he? 

Hart School alum to speak about sports tourism

Alumni speaker will visit campus.

Meredith Hummel (‘95) Inspired to Share the Madison Experience

With fond memories from her own Madison experience, Hummel was inspired to make JMU more accessible to others.

Flying high

Alumnus discovers authenticity and community in acro yoga.

2021-22 Distinguished Alumni Award: Millicent Young

The School of Art, Design and Art History has chosen Millicent Young (M.F.A. '97) to receive the SADAH 2021-22 Distinguished Alumni Award for her work in sculpture, installation and inter-media collaborations

Skate of mind

Photographer alumnus brings his passions into focus.

Carrying on his legacy

Named after the late Rodney James Fallon, The Fallon Challenge awards scholarships to student entrepreneurs for their values-based business ideas.

2022 Young Alumni Award goes to teacher

JMU graduate alumnus named 2022 Young Alumni Award recepient

Empowering from the heart

Nkosi Davis (’18) leverages partnerships for reciprocal successes.

Making magic

Elementary school principal James Gordon III (’03) was recently recognized as one of 50 Disney Magic Makers across the country.

CBD products made with integrity and creativity.

Founded by the Johnson brothers, Pure Shenandoah is a true seed to sale company of CBD products. Customers can enjoy a variety of lab-tested products.