JMU Headlines Archive

Begin 2020 with positive, achievable goals

The time has come to start thinking about New Year's resolutions and ways to have a feel-good start to 2020.

Expert can discuss Northam’s proposal to invest in early education

Director of early, elementary and reading education is available to discuss the significance of Governor Ralph Northam’s announcement to invest in early childhood education.

JMU Recognizes December Graduates

James Madison University is pleased to celebrate more than 1,000 graduates at this weekend’s December Commencement ceremonies.

Expert can discuss aspects of Gov. Northam's budget proposal to combat maternal mortality

JMU expert available to discuss the significance of Governor Northam's budget proposal to combat maternal morality

How women can use rhetoric to restore credibility in medical settings

Cathryn Molloy, professor of writing, rhetoric and communication, discusses patient credibility and stigma.

JMU program gets $1.84 million to address air pollution

Virginia Clean Cities at James Madison University has received a $1.84 million grant from the Environmental Protection Agency.

Professor develops course for sustainable peace

Ed Brantmeier, professor of education, developed an undergraduate introductory course aimed at sustainable peace.

JMU named best college in US for veterans

College Factual recently named JMU the best school in the U.S. for providing quality education to veterans

Just how natural is your meat?

Alan Levinovitz, professor of religious studies, is available to discuss the moral issues surrounding fake meat.

JMU President Jonathan Alger recognized for civic engagement leadership

The All IN Campus Democracy Challenge recently recognized Jonathan Alger as a Standout President for his leadership in cultivating a culture of democracy.

Board of Visitors Summary of Actions & Discussions

The James Madison University Board of Visitors met Friday, Nov. 15, 2019, in the Board Room of Madison’s Festival Conference and Student Center.

The science behind how students learn

John Almarode, professor of education, studies what science says about how the brain absorbs information.

JMU to increase computer science degrees with state investment

JMU to participate in Virginia’s Tech Talent Investment Program, receiving $14M to graduate an additional 467 computer science majors over 20 years.

7,008 flags to be displayed for fallen veterans

JMU will honor veterans of the armed forces with an extensive flag display on the Quad on Monday, Nov. 11.

JMU professor, proponent of Waynesboro museum, gets Governor’s appointment

Carole Nash, a professor of ISATand a proponent of locating a branch of the Virginia Museum of Natural History in Waynesboro, has been appointed.

A right and a privilege

Long before the 19th Amendment, American women participated in the political process.

JMU named a bicycle friendly university

The League of American Bicyclists gave JMU a bronze award in recognition of promoting safe and accessible bicycling on campus.

Experts share tips for dealing with stress during the holiday season

James Madison University professors Lori Britt and Jaime Kurtz are available to discuss helpful ways to make your audience feel more at ease this holiday season.

Barron’s in Education Program to partner with the College of Business

The College of Business has partnered with Barron's in Education Program for access to their content through digital subscriptions.

Gus Bus students conduct video interview with NASA engineer

Students are learning to use the engineering design process to develop solutions to real-world problems faced by experts at NASA.

Expert can discuss lack of access and inclusion

As the issue of inclusion in education gains prominence in national conversation, a James Madison University expert weighs in.

JMU Recognized for Exceptional Ground Maintenance

In the mid-size category, JMU received an award at the 2019 Green Star Awards competition.

Alumnus calls for government ethics reform

Walter Shaub ('93) urges federal employees to consider their own values and maintain “a kernel of skepticism” in the workplace.

JMU takes first place out of 47 in ranger challenge

The ranger team at James Madison University was named champions of the 2019 Army ROTC Ranger Challenge on Saturday, Oct. 19 at Fort Pickett, Virginia.

JMU energy expert can discuss Virginia renewable energy contract

In an Oct. 7 editorial in the Richmond Times-Dispatch, Miles wrote, "Virginia is positioned to deploy the most balanced and resilient clean energy portfolio in the nation.

Expert on rapid decline of public integrity

In his newest book, The Death of Public Integrity, political science professor Robert Roberts argues that it has become nearly impossible to hold public officials accountable.

Expert can discuss why people like to scare themselves during Halloween

Lindsey Harvell-Bowman, professor of communication studies, is available to discuss the logic behind why people like to scare themselves during Halloween.

JMU experts to discuss the impeachment process

Political Science faculty experts Tim LaPira and Valerie Sulfaro will provide insights into the impeachment process and how it will affect politics.

JMU among 13 to win CAEP honor in education

JMU’s College of Education is among 13 providers to receive recognition for its leadership and commitment to continuous improvement of preparing educators.

Eat up during the holidays, but keep an eye on nutrition

Overindulging can be hard to resist, but there are ways to enjoy holiday eating and still maintain a healthy diet.

JMU School of Nursing to grow, address catch-22 situation

Starting in January, the program will admit 23 additional students each semester for a cohort of 113, a 25 percent increase.

JMU sets bar for research in large courses

With each lab section consisting of 24-25 students, there are about 625 students in Bio 140 — who hail from across Virginia as well as 13 other states.

Paul Jennings, an enslaved person to the Madison family, is honored

JMU will celebrate the opening of Paul Jennings Hall, while also recognizing and honoring the historical significance of its namesake.

Wonders of Wilson

The history department at JMU will celebrate the past and envision the future with Wonders of Wilson event.

Early American scholar, focusing on women in politics, speaks at JMU

Rosemarie Zagarri, an early American scholar and professor of U.S. history will be the next presenter of the Madison Vision Series.

Alumni CEOs team up to put JMU on national stage

Look for JMU in CarMax's new ad campaign.

Innovating the Future

JMU recognized for its spirit of innovation.

Being the Best

JMU graduates have the skills employers are looking for.

Why a millennial employee’s fulfillment in the workplace should matter to employers

Tabitha Coates, professor of learning, technology and leadership education at James Madison University, answers questions about her research on the meaning of work.

JMU to address intersections between migration and religion

National law and policy experts will come together with local immigrant community activists at JMU to illuminate the surprising intersections between religion and migration at colloquium.

JMU partners with local fire department to honor fallen firefighters

James Madison University will partner with the Harrisonburg Fire Department and join other iconic landmarks next week in a tribute to honor fallen firefighters.

JMU to address childcare and teacher shortage

A partnership with James Madison University is helping Louisa County address a severe lack of affordable childcare and teacher shortages.

Professor connects play to social change

Smita Mathur, professor of education, is one of the leading researchers in play and its effect on social change and advocacy efforts.

JMU expert busts flu myths

James Madison University researcher Audrey Burnett recommends getting a flu shot soon as it take a couple weeks for the vaccine to take effect.

Board of Visitors Summary of Actions and Discussions

A summary of the JMU Board of Visitors meeting from Friday, Sept. 13, 2019.

Battling hopelessness in Hurricane Dorian's aftermath is key

While the physical trauma is easy to spot, other types of trauma are not so visible, says JMU Graduate Psychology Professor Lennie Echterling.

JMU ranks among best colleges for student voting

Washington Monthly released its 2019 College Rankings, in which JMU was at the top of the list, among the Best 80 Colleges for Student Voting.

CISR to address global landmine crisis with grant from U.S. Department of State

The U.S. Department of State awarded JMU’s CISR a grant to plan and implement the three-week course to strengthen CWD efforts in 12 countries.

JMU governing board to meet Friday, Sept. 13

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

JMU ranks as “most innovative” school in the south by U.S. News and World Report

James Madison University has been named at the top of several categories of rankings by U.S. News and World Report.

Working group facilitates community dialogue on Harrisonburg’s past of racial terror

Gianluca De Fazio provides working group with the research to identify and document each lynching victim in Virginia from 1877 to 1972.

JMU students dig into 2.6 million years of Earth’s climate history

Sediment cores drilled from ocean floors tell stories just like pages in a book, stories that include a geologic accounting of Earth’s climate

New and innovative teaching strategy facilitated by a unique partnership between JMU and VCU is being recognized nationally

James Madison University is being recognized by the American Civic Collaboration Awards (Civvys) with an honorable mention.

Bestselling authors lead upcoming conversation at JMU

On Sept. 12, James Madison University will host the latest presentation in the Madison Vision Series.

JMU students restore Porsche for top prize

JMU students restored a Charlottesville couple's 1964 Porsche for top prize at the 64th Annual Porsche Parade.

Faculty Expert Q&A

Melissa Alemán, professor of communication studies at James Madison University, researches the power of cultural communication.

History department moves into Wilson Hall after significant renovations

Wilson Hall, one of James Madison University’s most iconic landmarks on the Quad, will open on Monday, Aug. 12.

Furious Flower celebrates 25 years

On Sept. 27 and 28, the most notable poets of our time will gather in the nation’s capital to celebrate the 25th anniversary of the Furious Flower Poetry Center.

The Princeton Review names JMU to The Best 385 Colleges list

James Madison University continues to rise to the top as one of the best institutions for higher education according to The Princeton Review.

Researching the blurred lines of work and personal social-media use

Published research examines stories of people who were fired for their posts on personal social-media accounts.

Valley Scholars attend Slam Academy

Renowned poets, Lynne Procope and Jive Poetic will work with 15 Valley Scholars on expression through poetry and performance.

Camp Kindness Day at UREC

Camp UREC will participate in Camp Kindness Day—an event highlighting the practice of intentional kindness at American Camps.

Free creativity camp serves area children

Area children will perform and display art work Friday, July 26, at noon to conclude their week at the 2019 Furious Flower Creativity Camp.

JMU researchers make promising find in appendage regeneration

Findings that may have important implications for regenerative medicine with the goal of one day inducing tissue regrowth have been published.

JMU grad receives prestigious State Dept fellowship

JMU grad continues legacy of fallen U.S. diplomats through prestigious State Dept fellowship.

JMU team to excavate local history

The Woodrow Wilson Presidential Library and Museum will partner with the JMU department of sociology and anthropology to conduct their second archeological investigation.

JMU adopts living wage for full-time employees

James Madison University has adopted a living wage for its full-time employees.

JMU dietitian offers healthy summer eating tips

Now that summer is in full swing, here are some thoughts JMU dietetics professor Jennifer Walsh has on healthy eating.

Furious Flower presents Nikki Giovanni

Nikki Giovanni will give a reading at James Madison University on Friday, June 21.

Innovative course boosts research opportunities

This approach is meeting national calls across higher ed for large-scale engagement of early-career undergraduates in authentic STEM research.

Landmine crisis in Yemen brings JMU professor to Capitol Hill

Ken Rutherford, director of the Center for International Stabilization and Recovery, is available to discuss the landmine crisis.

New Dean to lead COE

After a comprehensive national search, James Madison University is pleased to announce that Mark L’Esperance will become the next dean of JMU’s College of Education.

Professor makes his mark on WWI Memorial

Professor Emeritus of english contributes two of four inscriptions to upcoming WW1 Memorial at Pershing Park in Washington D.C.

Faculty Expert Q&A

Professor of education, answers questions about his research on educational neuroscience and how the brain absorbs information.

JMU research published in Nature

A paper on the research, funded by the National Science Foundation, was published May 15 in Nature. Johnson was one of the paper's eight authors.

Peers pick JMU prof. for $10,000 award

Justin Henriques, associate professor of engineering, has earned a Rising Star award from the Kern Entrepreneurial Engineering Network.

Area youth to participate in inclusive sports festival

More than 100 central Shenandoah Valley youth have registered to participate in wheelchair basketball, sitting volleyball, pickleball and other activities.

Faculty Expert Q&A

Professor of history, answers questions about his research on immigration, borderlands, race and ethnicity and Latin/x history.

National Bike to Work Day

History professor, Evan Friss is available to discuss the history of cycling for National Bike to Work Day

Teacher Appreciation Week

A professor from The College of Education is available to discuss the importance of Teacher Appreciation Week and the value that teachers bring to classrooms.

JMU Board of Visitors to attend meeting

Three members of the Board of Visitors will attend a meeting that otherwise does not require public notice.

COB Ceremony Cut Short; Will Resume Tomorrow

The College of Business graduation ceremony ended early due to weather and will continue at Bridgeforth Stadium tomorrow, May 4 at 1:30pm.

Watch JMU Commencement Ceremonies Live

Click here to watch live this year’s graduate and undergraduate commencement ceremonies happening May 2 and May 3.

Faculty Expert Q&A

Professor of writing, rhetoric and technical communication, answers questions about her research on rhetoric of health and medicine and rhetoric of mental healthcare.

Spring Commencement Ceremonies Honor Graduates

JMU congratulates the 2019 graduates at ceremonies this weekend.

Board of Visitors Summary of Actions & Discussions - April 26, 2019

The James Madison University Board of Visitors met Friday, April 26, 2019, in the Board Room of Madison’s Festival Conference and Student Center.

New state support helps JMU roll back in-state tuition increase

Thanks to an influx of support from Richmond for the coming academic year, the JMU Board of Visitors voted to roll back a planned tuition increase on in-state students.

Pollinator gardens teach valuable lessons

Students in upper level geographic science classes and their professors are building raised garden beds to support pollinators this week.

Faculty Expert Q&A

Alan Levinovitz, professor of religious studies, answers questions about his research at the unique intersection between food and religion.

Graduate students unlock local prohibition history

During the 2018-2019 academic year, a team of JMU graduate students uncovered and digitized 6,379 prohibition-era legal records to create an interpretive website.

Experts can discuss climate for Earth Day

With the observation of Earth Day on Monday, April 22, the JMU media relations team has compiled a list of faculty experts who can discuss environmental issues.

JMU expert can discuss measles outbreak

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

Experts can discuss impact of Notre Dame fire

JMU professors discuss the Notre Dame as an icon of French history, architecture, and engineering.

JMU rocket scientist, students head to launch

Caroline Lubert looks for ways to reduce launch noise, which would improve safety and cut costs of launches.

Unique way to aid in the prevention of texting and driving

Marketing played a central role as research demonstrates how to create effective ads against texting while driving.

Reporters invited to see grant in action

Media are invited to Page Memorial Hospital in Luray from noon-2 p.m. Monday, April 15, to interview nursing students, nursing faculty and PMH staff.

Shoptalk with JMU faculty about upcoming NY Auto Show

JMU’s car expert provides insight into upcoming trends the New York Auto Show.

Professor brings historical role-play to classroom

Role-playing seeks to draw students into the past, promote engagement with big ideas, and improve intellectual and academic skills, says Rebecca Brannon.

Local veterans embark on honor flight

Honor Flight— Top of Virginia will be honoring over 40 local WWII, Korea, and Vietnam veterans with a trip to visit their memorials.

Students improve free food distribution with healthy food tasting, recipes

While the produce market has enjoyed success, a pair of JMU seniors have boosted the success by offering food tastings, nutrition information.

JMU students take the "win” by volunteering at the Final Four

While many basketball enthusiasts are checking their brackets for the madness of March, students at JMU are eagerly preparing for a behind-the-scenes experience at the NCAA basketball tournament.

SAP executive and JMU alumna named spring commencement speaker

Named as one of Fortune magazine’s Most Powerful Women in Business and by Forbes as one of the Most Powerful Women in the World and Technology, Jennifer Morgan, alumna of JMU, is selected as the May commencement speaker.

Artists’ ideas about race in the 1940’s

JMU professor to examine art during the desegregation movement through a prestigious residential fellowship

Message from President Alger on Southview Fire

While the fire displaced around 40 of our students, we are thankful that all of our students involved are safe and did not sustain injuries.

Board of Visitors to consider 2019-20 tuition and fees at April 26 meeting; Will hold public hearing on tuition ahead of meeting on April 9

Students will have an opportunity to share comments with members of the Board.

Expert can discuss National Poetry Month

Lauren K. Alleyne with the Furious Flower Poetry Center can discuss the importance of National Poetry Month and the power of the written word.

Expert can discuss the battle for congress

Marty Cohen, associate professor of political science, discusses the battle for congress in his newest book, "Moral Victories in the Battle for Congress: Cultural Conservatism and the House GOP."

NATO invites students to present project

Three JMU students will tavel to Croatia this weekend to present their solution for helping NATO improve its efficiency in deploying troops

JMU to host evolutionary biologist Barbara Schaal

Schaal, an evolutionary biologist, will speak Monday, April 1 in a lecture titled, “Serving Society Through Science: Facts, Communication, Policy.”

JMU students help city school kick off spring

To kick off the first day of spring, a group of JMU students will work in gardens

JMU Giving Day on March 21; University seeks to set new record

Donors to James Madison University can unlock an extra $200,000 for student scholarships by topping last year’s JMU Giving Day record of 5,095 gifts.

JMU expert can discuss tornado threat in Virginia

Mace Bentley, a professor of geographic science in the School of Integrated Science, can discuss the threat of tornadoes in Virginia.

Poverty expert to speak at JMU, city church

Dr. Laura Lein, an expert on the cycle of poverty, will present, "Understanding and Interrupting the Effects of Poverty," 7-9 p.m. Tuesday, March 19.

Girls to experience joys of STEM

More than 225 girls are signed up to attend the event that features 22 workshops designed to foster and support the participants’ interest in STEM.

John Grisham to host Alice McDermott at JMU March 20

Author John Grisham will host National Book Award winner Alice McDermott for a conversation about books, publishing, and the writing process.

Professor featured at books and brews

Inman Majors will be discussing his newest book on Tuesday, March 12, at Pale Fire Brewing Company in Harrisonburg, VA and Wednesday, March 13, in Crozet, VA.

JMU in DoE wind power competitions

James Madison University has been selected by the U.S. Department of Energy to participate in the 2020 Collegiate Wind Competition.

Expert can discuss Ash Wednesday

Philosophy and religion professor available to discuss why individuals who may not be devout, feel the pull to recognize, practice and sacrifice things for lent.

Experts can discuss topics for Women's Month

The JMU media team has compiled a list of faculty experts from a variety of disciplines who can discuss the various issues that affect women.

JMU students invited to intelligence hackathon

The design for the next innovation in high tech sleuthing equipment could come from a group of James Madison University students.

JMU Achieves Highest Level of Management Autonomy

Earning level three is the highest level of management autonomy for public institutions of higher education in VA.

Expert available to discuss teachers’ strikes

Bill White is available to discuss what causes teachers to go on strike, as well as the positive and negative effects they have on the education system.