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

More than just logistics

Integrity of manufactured products hangs from a ‘digital thread’

Beware of scams via Microsoft Teams

With the previous notice about email scams, JMU users should also be on alert for potential scams through Microsoft Teams.

Microsoft 365 Work Location and Hours

You can now use Work Location and Hours through Outlook on the web, which is an extension of the feature previously rolled out earlier this summer.

Technology Review process reminder

A reminder on where data can be stored, as well as how to deal with AI tools with important data. Plus, how to request a tech review for new technology.

Update on Chosen Name project

Information Technology has an update on the Chosen Name project for all employees.

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.

ISAT professor receives outstanding service award

Rod MacDonald is awarded the Systems Dynamics Society Outstanding Service Award

JMU physicist, students had role in second groundbreaking discovery at national lab

JMU physicist, students were among the contributors to experiments that led to a groundbreaking particle physics discovery.

From the ’Burg to the Bench

ISAT alumnus Mark Colombell ('99) followed a nontraditional path to law school.

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

Avoid being a victim of email scams

A new wave of phishing email scams have been seen across JMU accounts. Learn the tactics being used & how to protect yourself.

Geospatial Semester students sweep awards at ESRI’s International Conference

Loudoun County, Virginia, students in JMU’s renowned Geospatial Semester win big at the ESRI International User’s Conference.

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.

Microsoft introduces Work Locations

Microsoft now allows users to indicate whether they are in the office or remote each day.

New email protection implemented for JMU accounts

A new email protection system has been implemented for all JMU email accounts. Read more about what you can expect to see.

Telecom introduces PCR 360

Telecom introduces PCR 360, which will change the way telecom bills are accessed, among other new features.

MyMadison's final modernization phase

In the final phase of the MyMadison Modernization upgrade, MyApprovals will go live in late July.

All the way to Galway

College of Business students head to Ireland.

Changes for Outlook meeting notifications

Beginning July 17, Outlook will send meeting attendees notifications for changes made to a meeting regardless of how close the meeting is.

Windows Focus Assist and M365 notifications

Getting distracted by all the Teams and Outlook notifications? Try using Windows Focus Assist to help you when you need to focus.

New email threat protection coming July 8 and 9

New email threat protection will be noticeable when you hover over links in emails.

Alum helps kick off native-plant effort

Customers of native plant program save up to half the cost on trees, shrubs.

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.

Computer Science student uses machine learning to detect heart disease

Sanda Thura looks for a way to improve early detection of heart disease in developing countries.

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

Dukes Microsoft migration complete

The Dukes Microsoft 365 migration is now complete. Please check the migration site for next steps.

The College of Integrated Science and Engineering announces new Associate Dean

Afzal Upal will join JMU’s College of Integrated Science and Engineering this summer as Associate Dean.

Student checklist to end the semester

Students, please take some time now to prep for graduation and/or summer with this technology to-do list!

Professor’s research delayed by war in Ukraine

Before Russia’s invasion of Ukraine last year, Kristen St. John was to serve as the co-chief scientist of an international team studying climate change in the Arctic Ocean.

JMU Beekeeping Club is back and yellow

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

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.

IA students present at the Annual Intelligence Studies Consortium Symposium

Three IA students Kylie King, Adam Scroggins, and Maddie Walden were the only undergraduate presenters accepted to the symposium.

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.

Using your chosen (preferred) name

Information Technology has implemented Chosen Name display across many campus systems at the direction of the Provost's Taskforce on Professional and Cultural Name Use.

JMU geologist had role in groundbreaking research

William Lukens said Thursday’s publication of two articles in Science — which establish a new paradigm for ape evolution and their ecosystems in eastern Africa — is a career highlight.

JMU offers a new Climate Science minor

The minor requires 18 credit hours with 24 courses to choose from, and opportunities for student research and internships.

ISAT student explores using mushrooms as home insulation

Mushrooms are an exciting possibility as a replacement for current construction materials like fiberglass and closed cell foam boards.

JMU hosts madiSTEM conference

JMU hosts conference to raise awareness about professional opportunities in STEM fields.

Year-end IT purchase requests due

Year-end technology purchase requests must be submitted by May 15th.

Convert paper forms using Adobe Sign

Help JMU go paperless by converting those paper forms to electronic ones using Adobe Sign.

Will you take the trip?

Couple’s cross-country journey meant to drive home a point

Students recognized with national awards

Congratulations!

JMU professors receive funding to develop a web-based music platform

"The cross-disciplinary work between computer science and music paves the way for students to have full access to diverse and unique music."

ISAT students attend conference in Mexico

Students’ work revealed how interdisciplinary research and coursework are vital to students’ learning.

JMU's license for Cisco Webex set to retire

Active users of Cisco Webex should prepare now to use Microsoft Teams and/or Zoom beginning June 1st.

Find common meeting times using Microsoft FindTime

Easily find common times to meet with your colleagues using Microsoft FindTime.

Transcription now available in Teams meetings

You can now use the transcription feature in Microsoft Teams to transcribe your next meeting.

Changes to access request process

IT will no longer approve access requests if the supervisor name does not match the name in HRMS.

Board of Visitors explores campus innovation space: JMU X-Labs

Members of the BoV Visit an Energized X-Labs

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.”

JMU's cloud storage options

Take advantage of all of the cloud storage options provided to all faculty, staff, and students at no additional cost.

ISAT graduate program reopens and is accepting applications

Students will spend half of the program in each location, studying in Harrisonburg during the fall semester and in Malta during the spring.

JMU alumnus creates efficient cooking device in Madagascar

Wimpy created a device that saves time in the kitchen, reduces fuel usage, improves indoor air quality and is better for the environment.

Sign up for software update notifications

Subscribe to the software update listserv to get the latest info on scheduled software changes.

Account access timeline when leaving current role

Learn the timelines for account access when an employee leaves JMU or transfers departments.

New Teams Features to Start 2023

Check out these brand new features for Microsoft Teams as we start 2023!

Discovering a passion

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

For star gazers, winter offers lots to see, prime conditions

With the arrival of the winter solstice, it’s the perfect time to grab a pair of binoculars or a telescope and check out the stars and planets.

JMU professor offers tips to conserve energy, money in winter

Bitter cold is heading to the central Shenandoah Valley this week, but cranking up the thermostat could have some costly repercussions.

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.

Fenix Insight's Colin King Visits JMU for Research Study

Colin King of Fenix Insight visits JMU for project meetings related to the upcoming CISR/Fenix joint study on the aging of underwater munitions for DoD’s SERDP program. 

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.

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.

ISAT students triumph at ASEM Conference

ISAT students take second place at the ASEM Conference.

JMU researcher: Animals speeding up climate change dynamics

Working at elevations as high as 17,700 feet, JMU biology professor Kelsey Reider will begin looking into the role vicuña are having.