JMU to invest in research centers

These centers will convene scholars, researchers and communities to examine and address 21st century challenges

The Dukes Vote Podcast, Episode 6: AI in Higher Education

n this episode, the Democracy Fellows explore how artificial intelligence affects higher education and our learning

Transformative journeys: The stories of ADP graduates

Reading through the testimonials of these graduates, one cannot miss the overwhelming gratitude expressed for the privilege of

College for Kids hits record number of classes offered

What does a typical kid want to do during the summer? They want to try new things … and they want to play! That’s where we come in! For many years

Welcome SPCE's new Engagement Fellow

Each fellow who has passed through SPCE has brought their own unique perspectives, ideas, enthusiasm, skills, and goals to their position and this year is going to be no different. We are excited to introduce you to Ted

Lifelong Learning Institute to launch hybrid courses in fall

Over the summer, instructors were trained to use the new technology and the corresponding instructional methodology

Meet 15 influential women in Madison's history

You've seen their names on campus buildings, but how well do you know them?

Technology changes the classroom, not how students learn

From artificial intelligence to digital concept maps, technology may be changing the classroom, but not how students learn.

JMU president to visit Hiroshima to participate in international summit

His attendance highlights JMU's commitment to fostering international partnerships and collaboration through education.

Furious Flower Poetry Center hosts more than 20 scholars and poets to create an open-access curriculum

Furious Flower Poetry Center and Furious Flower Advisory Board creates open-access Furious Flower Syllabus

The engaged university

President Alger on what it means to be an engaged university.

Dr. Desportes departs: Celebrating a legacy of educational advocacy and community engagement

Retiring professor receives award for service to the Professor-in-Residence program

Teacher preparation program for literacy among nation’s best

JMU's undergraduate teacher preparation program has been recognized by the National Council on Teacher Quality as among the best in the nation.

Local first-generation college students experience a “first,” earn diplomas

This year, 17 graduates from the Shenandoah Valley will be the first in their families to earn a college degree.

Valley Scholars: Longtime friends find success at rival schools

An eighth-grade friendship follows a path once considered impossible

Madison grad grateful for opportunities offered through Valley Scholars program

Ayam Ali (’23) reflects on her journey to JMU

Valley Scholars a welcome resource for parents, students

Proud families say Valley Scholars program gives students opportunities their parents didn’t have.

Members of first Valley Scholars cohort graduate from JMU

Nineteen members of the first class of Valley Scholars graduate this year

Lewis creates independent study opportunity through Professors in Residence program

“This is another opportunity for JMU students to do something beyond the classroom,” Health Sciences professor Kristi Lewis said. 

Gus Bus and NPS partner to bring pollinator gardens to schools

Through this partnership, the NPS has been bringing park rangers to elementary schools to guest teach every other week.

International Ph.D. student making her mark on Madison

A chance encounter at a conference in Spain led Tatjana Titareva to pursue a doctorate at JMU.

Assessment in middle and secondary education

New Course: Assessment in Middle and Secondary Education

Changing the narrative

With the goal of turning something negative into a positive, the Williamsburg Alumni Chapter collected 600+ children's books to donate to the schools in the local communities.

Making Downtown Harrisonburg More Accessible

Pilot program participants will be featured on HDR’s website, recognizing their commitment to increasing accessibility. This online listing will connect individuals living with disabilities and

Play ball! Partnerships are Key to Hit Project Goals, Run Healthy Teams, Score Highly with Training

While multiple organizations send a team of people into an ongoing class, we were thrilled to be asked to teach a two-day in-person cohort to a team of Roanoke Higher Education

Biomanufacturing Camp Partnership with BRCC

hands-on experience with techniques involved in making some of our most complex and useful drugs like bacterial cell culture and purification and analysis of protein

Making Future Bright for Refugees

As refugee families immigrate into our community to escape any number of unsafe or unhealthy situations within their own country, their children also settle into the local

LLI Partnerships Expand Program Reach

This academic year, LLI is proud to highlight three major partnerships that have resulted in impactful events and projects that helped to enrich the experience of all those who are

Welcome new faces to SPCE

I love my role here with SPCE. I love interacting with our customers and students. Providing a safe, welcoming, and joyful environment for our staff and visitors is

Gus Bus featured in The Breeze

The Gus Bus, an after-school enrichment program for elementary school students in Harrisonburg, has recently undergone a transformation.

JMU professor named art educator of the year

The Virginia Art Education Association has named Karin Tollefson-Hall, a professor of art education, its art educator of the year.

JMU professors propose new program for students on the autism spectrum

Program will support students inside and outside the classroom

JMU officially opens center to support first-generation college students

James Madison University has taken the next step to open its Center for First-Generation Students.