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.

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.

Strengthening the commonwealth

Oct 10, 2025: Virginia’s first lady leads fireside chat on campus

Leading voice in civic studies speaks at Constitution Day event

Sep 10, 2025: Dr. Peter Levine discusses how group dynamics can make or break a campaign for real change.

Ethical Reasoning in Action to launch decision-making study

Sep 5, 2025: Psychology professor Dr. Daniel Holt will lead the effort.

Elevating the stature

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

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.

SON faculty to be inducted as Fellows in American Academy of Nursing

Jul 24, 2025: Two nursing faculty members will join the prestigious American Academy of Nursing as Fellows this October.

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.

'The fire is still roaring'

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

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.

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.

JMU advancing well-being efforts as a Health Promoting Campus

Apr 18, 2025: As a health promoting campus, JMU is stepping efforts to promote well-being for people, place and planet.

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.

Royal succession

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

'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.

JMU’s popularity among new students continues to soar

Feb 26, 2025: JMU's popularity among new students is at an all-time high yet again. The 44,782 undergraduate applications for the Class of 2029 marks JMU's first time topping the 44,000 mark.

JMU researcher: Andean vicunas promote rapid ecosystem development

Feb 18, 2025: Biology professor Kelsey Reider says wild vicuñas are helping transform barren landscapes into nutrient-rich patches where new life can grow.

New faculty spotlight: Leech brings branding expertise to SMAD

Feb 12, 2025: For more than a decade, Matt Leech has been designing logos and branding for businesses and organizations across Virginia and beyond. Now he's SMAD’s newest Creative Advertising professor.

WNBA legend delivers keynote address during Dr. MLK Jr. Week

Jan 31, 2025: Chamique Holdsclaw advocates for mental health awareness among college athletes

JMU professor, students to design pioneering energy source

Jan 27, 2025: ISAT professor Cheng Li and his students are helping design a cutting-edge marine microbial fuel cell to power ocean sensors with clean energy.

Lab School teaches by asking big questions

Jan 24, 2025: The state-funded program helps high-school students reach new heights, whether inside or outside the classroom.

Dukes in discovery

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

Leadership rooted in action

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

Celebrating the worlds of Black poetry

Jan 3, 2025: Renowned poets, emerging voices, scholars and educators gathered at JMU for Furious Flower IV.