JMU Headlines Archive

Dr. Michael Busing named dean of the College of Business

After a national search, James Madison University is pleased to announce that Dr. Michael Busing will become the next dean of JMU’s College of Business.

JMU Launches Cybersecurity Basics Course Designed for Managers

This certificate provides professional managers a basic understanding of cybersecurity threats and strategies.

JMU Recognizes December Graduates

More than 930 members of the campus community will graduate during the annual December commencement.

Student filmmakers showcase documentaries

Student filmmakers worked on a series of short non-fiction films that tell the stories of Harrisonburg High School students involved in the Scholars' Latino Initiative.

Updated Exam Schedule for Exams Moved Due to Weather

Due to inclement weather, James Madison University opened at 12 p.m. on Monday, Dec. 10, 2018. Click to view the revised exam schedule.

Wrapping party for families in need

Every holiday season, UREC receives wish lists of individuals and families from First Step, Mercy House and Brain Injury Connections of the Shenandoah Valley.

Augmented reality, internet of things in showcase

The summit, from 3-6 p.m. in Lakeview Hall adjacent to the Port Republic Road entrance to JMU, will include five-minute presentations

Student innovation aids nonprofits

A local nonprofit that provides health care to the homeless is on the path to improving its service with the help of five JMU students.

Reading Road Show is the Recipient of a $75,000 Award

The Chick-fil-A Foundation honored the Gus Bus with the True Inspiration Award and a $75,000 donation.

Project funds initiative to address childcare in VA

With more than 3.25 million Virginians living in areas without sufficient childcare facilities to meet their needs, The Young Children’s Program at James Madison University is doing its part to find a solution.

Shelton shows how scholarships change lives

At the campaign launch, senior Centennial Scholar Katrina Shelton ('19 Biology and Pre-med) shares her story of homelessness, hope, and how a single email message made all the difference.

Flag display honors fallen soldiers

James Madison University will recognize veterans of the armed forces with an extensive flag display on the Quad.

Marching Royal Dukes Perform in Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade

Marching 535 strong, the MRD were selected from more than 100 applicants as one of the top bands to perform in the holiday classic.

November 2018 Board of Visitors Summary of Actions and Discussions

The James Madison University Board of Visitors met Friday, Nov. 9, 2018, in the Board Room of Madison’s Festival Conference and Student Center.

Food Collected to be Donated to Local Community

The JMU community is partnering with local agencies to collect and donate food to our local community.

JMU governing board to meet Friday (2018)

The JMU Board of Visitors will meet at 1 p.m. on Friday, Nov. 9.

UREC Assistant Director Guy deBrun Receives National Award

JMU recognizes a staff member who brought home top accolades in the outdoor education and leadership field.

Faculty Experts for Upcoming Election

Faculty experts at JMU are able to provide unique insight to the election process and broader conversations.

Madison Vision Series Hosts Former Political Figures

This series is bringing Congress to Campus to explore the deep partisan divide through open dialogue.

Majors’ gift to encourage innovation, creativity, collaboration and entrepreneurship

Majors name the Major Laboratory for Innovation, Collaboration, Creativity and Entrepreneurship in the future College of Business Learning Complex.

Damicos establish chair for exceptional education

Damicos give $1 million to support the faculty in the College of Education who prepare graduates who will educate children with special needs.

College of Business Announces Groundbreaking of Learning Complex

The construction of the College of Business Learning Complex will soon be underway with the upcoming groundbreaking ceremony.

QuadFest Events Continue in New Location

The JMU community is invited to continue the QuadFest Celebrations for Homecoming in a new location.

JMU Community Gives Back to Local Community

The JMU community will be lending a helping hand during Homecoming.

JMU is the most recommended university in the United States

Wall Street Journal and Times Higher Education’s college rankings data confirms JMU students most likely in nation to suggest their school to friends and family

Children’s author promotes inclusion

The James Madison College of Education will host children's author Angela Dominguez

JMU to participate in food packing challenge

James Madison University will be represented by a seven-member team on Oct. 24.

Homecoming Celebrations Include QuadFest and Campaign Announcement

JMU continues its 2018 Homecoming celebrations with the community; plans to announce the second ever comprehensive fundraising campaign.

JMU expert can discuss sexism in the workplace

Jennifer PeeksMease, a professor of communication studies at James Madison University, is an expert on intersections of identity and work

Fireworks Display Next Week

In conjunction with the 2018 Homecoming activities, James Madison University will put on a brief fireworks display on Friday, October 26.

Female ROTC ranger breaks barriers

Brittani Butler has been selected as the first female in a decade to join JMU’s ROTC ranger group

Opioid epidemic is health summit challenge

Nearly 200 JMU students will work in interdisciplinary teams Monday, Oct. 15 to formulate solutions to the national opioid crisis.

Literacy night encourages early learning

The College of Education will be co-hosting a Family Literacy Night in partnership with Elon Rhodes Early Learning Center

First Sustainable Energy Fair is Sunday

Tiny house, electric vehicles, solar home tour part of first Sustainable Energy Fair

JMU expert can discuss flu prevention

Audrey Burnett, an associate professor of health sciences at James Madison University, is an expert on infectious diseases and community health

MRDs prep for Macy's Parade

The JMU Marching Royal Dukes will return to New York City November 22 for their fourth appearance in the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade

John Grisham to host James McBride at ‘Writers Hour’ at JMU Oct. 17

Author John Grisham will host host two literary powerhouses on campus, James McBride on Oct. 17 and Alice McDermott in Spring 2019.

September 2018 Board of Visitors Summary of Actions & Discussions

The JMU Board of Visitors met Friday, Sept. 14, 2018, in the Board Room of Madison’s Festival Conference and Student Center.

JMU to host renowned philanthropist David Rubenstein

David Rubenstein, co-founder and co-executive chairman of The Carlyle Group, will host a lecture for the public on Sept.17.

JMU No. 2 Best Public Regional U. in the South; No. 2 Most Innovative

The U.S. News' 2019 College Rankings are out, and JMU has again ranked highly in multiple categories.

JMU Board of Visitors meeting notice - UPDATED

The James Madison University Board of Visitors will meet on Friday, Sept. 14, 2018 at 1 p.m. in the Board Room of the Festival Conference and Student Center.

JMU class wins Governor’s Technology Award

JMU X-Labs’ autonomous vehicle class was a winner of the award for innovative use of technology in educating students.

JMU selected for U.S.-Japan COIL Initiative

The American Council on Education named JMU one of six U.S. colleges and universities chosen to be a part of the U.S.-Japan COIL Initiative.

Giving to JMU exceeds $20 million for the first time

James Madison University received $21.4 million during fiscal year 2018 from private donors, representing the largest fundraising year in university history.

JMU ranked in top 25 best public colleges in the nation; Top 10 in the south

MONEY magazine has again identified James Madison University as a great educational investment.

Statement on Social Media Allegations Regarding Sexual Misconduct Case

Statement on Social Media Allegations Regarding Sexual Misconduct Case

James Madison University receives AA- bond rating

Fitch has assigned an Issuer Default Rating of AA- to James Madison University. JMU is the first comprehensive public university in Virginia to achieve this rating.

April 2018 Board of Visitors Summary of Actions & Discussions

The James Madison University Board of Visitors met on Friday, April 27, 2018 at 1 p.m. in the Board Room of the JMU Festival Conference and Student Center.

Additional mumps vaccination recommended

The CDC has advised that a third dose of the vaccine can boost your immunity against mumps.

New vice president for student affairs appointed

Miller replaces Mark Warner, who is retiring after serving as vice president for the past 20 years.

Robert D. Aguirre named dean of JMU’s College of Arts and Letters

Dr. Aguirre brings to the job more than 28 years of experience as an educator and has worked in academic administration at WSU for the past decade.

Board of Visitors to consider tuition

The JMU Board of Visitors will meet on April 27 to consider 2018-19 tuition

University to open at 10 a.m., classes to start at 11 a.m. on March 22

Due to the inclement weather, JMU will open at 10 a.m. on Thursday, March 22, 2018, classes will start at 11 a.m.

University to close at 1:45 p.m.

Due to the inclement weather, James Madison University will close at 1:45 p.m. on Tuesday, March 20, 2018.

Mumps update

Mumps is a mild to moderate contagious viral illness that is spread by close contact with an infectious individual.