Reaching across the aisle

Sen. Tim Kaine emphasizes the importance of finding common ground.

Butcher Brown and the JMU Jazz Ensemble to Perform at Wilson Hall on Sept. 22 at 8 p.m.

Richmond’s innovative jazz band joins forces with James Madison University’s premier jazz ensemble for a night of musical brilliance

'We’ve started something big'

WFM’s Amethyst Circle raises over $1 million, grants 27 scholarships

More than just logistics

Integrity of manufactured products hangs from a ‘digital thread’

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

Donor generosity continues post-Unleashed

Donors gave more than $27.5 million in charitable gifts to JMU during fiscal year 2023

Meet 15 influential women in Madison's history

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

Connecting people to their environment

Produced by JMU faculty and students, a seasonal radio program invites listeners to engage with the valley’s natural surroundings

JMU students interviewed about sensory processing disorders

Walmarts across the U.S. will add “sensory friendly” hours. Occupational Therapist from James Madison University were interviewed by TV-3 on the topic.

CS camp inspires local refugee students to explore computing

Local high school students from Rwanda, Eritrea and Democratic Republic of the Congo explore the exciting world of computer science.

The engaged university

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

College of Business eNews: July 2023

Stay informed. Read the July issue of the College of Business E-Newsletter.

Campus collaboration supports emerging African leaders

CoB and CISR work to train the next generation of leaders from Africa.

2023 Circle of Excellence in the Arts Award Winner

The Heifetz International Music Institute at Mary Baldwin University in Staunton, Virginia, is the recipient of the 2023 Circle of Excellence in the Arts Award.

The Forbes Center for the Performing Arts at James Madison University announces 2023-24 Masterpiece Season lineup

Tickets go on sale to the general public on Thursday, July 6 at 10 am.

Youth camp fosters leadership mindset

Building bridges with immigrant communities

History students rediscover alleged local plot to kill George Washington

The case, from 1779, is being reintroduced to the public courtesy of three graduate assistants.

DMAD wins Program of the Year award

Dukes Making a Difference has been awarded Program of the Year.

Committee releases digital version of Quad History Tour

The tour is designed to provide a more accurate, inclusive history of the original Bluestone area of campus.

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

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

The loneliest black holes may also be the hungriest

Actively growing monster black holes are more common among midsize and dwarf galaxies than in more crowded regions, a study of more than 290,000 galaxies shows.

ISAT alumnus creates app to oversee production for Merck

From ISAT to industry: Charlie Salette's (’22) journey of innovation and success at pharmaceutical company

The Breeze celebrates 100 years of chronicling JMU history

The award-wining student newspaper has been a fixture of student engagement at Madison for more than a century.

Judy Strickler (’60) receives 2023 Leslie Gilliam (’82) Spirit of Philanthropy Award

Women for Madison honors a JMU philanthropic champion at their 2023 summit

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.

JMU joins Every Campus A Refuge

JMU is expanding its support of compassionate refugee resettlement. 

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

Stimulating the global economy

The language of ‘international business’

Interview: Will Rodriguez (’22) on his path to independence in the music industry

Will Rodriguez (’22) shares knowledge gained through firsthand experience in the music industry

Reimagining fashion

Anna Lee (’23) pledges to help create a sustainable marketplace for future fashion and design

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. 

Endless learning in the Music City

Acquiring professional skills in the sport industry is like running a marathon: It starts with a few small steps.

Parkinson’s patients seeing benefits from JMU dance program

A JMU program designed to help people with Parkinson’s Disease enjoy the benefits of movement has gained the attention of a Parkinson’s advocacy organization.

Ukrainian orchestra honors homeland through song

The Lviv National Philharmonic Orchestra of Ukraine performed at the Forbes Center for the Performing Arts as part of its six-week American tour.

Learning by doing in the Dominican Republic

More than a dozen first-generation and otherwise underrepresented students were given a unique opportunity to study abroad during spring break.

JMU Beekeeping Club is back and yellow

After being dormant for a few years, the beekeeping club is back with over 40 involved members.

James Madison University announces Public Service Awards winners

The Public Service Awards recognize four Valley residents for their exemplary public service work in regional government and nonprofit organizations.

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.

First-rate, first-gen students impress donors

[VIDEO] JMU donors, scholarship recipients and university leaders gathered to celebrate the impact of giving at the Annual Stewardship Luncheon in March.

Connecting the dots from major to minor

Two JMU students are striking the balance between health and business.

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.

Furious Flower Assistant Director L. Renée collaborates with Celebrating Simms

Furious Flower Assistant Director L. Renée visited two Harrisonburg high schools in collaboration with Celebrating Simms and Rockingham County Schools.

Uplift in the Mile High City

Alternative Spring Break immerses students in volunteer service.

The Landscapes of Black Poetry: A Furious Flower reading

Join us for The Landscapes of Black Poetry, a free poetry event on Saturday, April 1, from 5:30 – 7 p.m. at the Oak Spring Garden Foundation’s Rokeby Granary.

Morrison Bruce Center offers Healthy Kids program

Running, jumping and eating nutritious foods - these are skills that the Healthy Kids program teaches to children. The program, offered by JMU’s Morrison Bruce Center (MBC), has been constantly evolving since 2010.

JMU expert highlights importance of investments in retirement planning

James Madison University this week is joining thousands of participating organizations in supporting America Saves Week.

JMU students lend a hand by providing respite care

Friday was National Caregiver day and students from JMU’s Caregivers Community Network were out lending a hand by providing respite care.

Computer science professor receives two NSF grants

“We want the students to be taught with effective methods, and we want the teachers to have a better experience, to be better prepared, and be more confident about their teaching.”

Reflecting on Black History Month

JMU celebrates Black History Month.

JMU alumni recognized with Black Business Leaders Awards

Gilbert Bland (’77) and Angela D. Reddix (’90) were recognized as Virginia's most accomplished Black executives in honor of Black History Month.

JMU to offer free tax preparation and E-file services beginning in February

JMU will once again offer free tax return preparation services to members of the community.

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.

Discovering a passion

What’s the fastest route from idea to innovation? Passion.

Brewing up business: Hart School students tour local brewery

Students visit local brewery to learn insider scoop.

CS professor inspires high school students to design using code

Professor Chris Johnson has been searching for ways to make computer science more physical and integrated into the world around us.

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.

Back in the civilian ranks and looking to lead

Outreach program teaches veterans how to apply lessons learned on-duty

Good-boy goldendoodle saves lives

November is National Diabetes Awareness Month.

James Madison University Police Department to roll out crisis intervention program

The JMU Police Department is launching a new program to incorporate mental health professionals as co-responders to emergency calls.

DIGITAL inspires high school students to explore technology

JMU Computer Science students and faculty, inspire high school girls from the local community to learn about technology.

Gus Bus undergoes redesign to increase recognition

Since the early 2000’s, the Gus Bus has been recognizable with its logo of a bunny sitting on a stack of books. In 2022, the bus underwent a redesign to address the program’s broader focus. 

JMU Engineering hosts second annual “Engineering a Better World” Camp

Camp aims to teach young students about engineering and STEM-based disciplines through hands-on, team-based projects.

Building a better world

With support from Madison Trust, Nick Brinen leads a project to repurpose discarded trees to design and build community projects.

IIHHS showcases programs and services through iTalks event 

IIHHS is home to more than 25 community engagement and clinical services programs all of which were present at the recent iTalks event on Oct. 26.

Furious Flower Poetry Center Brings International Award-Winning Poet, Malika Booker to Harrisonburg

British-Caribbean poet, Malika Booker, visited Harrisonburg and James Madison University at the end of September as part of the Furious Flower Poetry Center’s Reading Series.

Go Dukes, Go Vote!

Voting is one of our most important responsibilities as engaged citizens, especially at the university named for the Father of the US Constitution. So get out there and vote on Election Day!

JMU joins Shenandoah Valley Airport in welcoming Contour Airlines to the Valley

Representatives from James Madison University were proud to participate in the inaugural flight of Contour Airlines from Shenandoah Valley Airport (SHD).