News Topic: Student Life

JMU students take first place in the “Best of the Web/Best of Digital” national competition

A JMU duo has won first place in the Large School Individual/Team/Single Class app category at the 2022 AEJMC “Best of the Web/Best of Digital” competition for their app BookBuddy.

Summer Springboard puts ‘Welcome to the Family’ in action

Throughout June and July, our Office of Orientation hosts one-day Summer Springboard events for our newest Dukes—both incoming freshmen and transfer students.

VT, JMU and VCU partner to provide greater mental health support to students

This agreement will bring additional, much needed mental health assessment and treatment services to all students at participating colleges.

Fast Forward

Malik Smith (Class of 2022) pays his experience forward in a message to incoming EUPS students

Madison Family Newsletter: June 2022

The Madison Family Newsletter

A culture of kindness

Every day, JMU students and employees practice a longstanding tradition of kindness — even toward strangers.

Know before you go: COVID testing is available before you leave for the summer

Free COVID-19 Self-Test Kits are available to students, faculty and staff now through May 5—Know before you go.

Madison Family Newsletter: May 2022

The Madison Family Newsletter

When fitness comes full circle

UREC’s Mentorship Through Exercise focuses on all dimensions of wellness.

Spring 2022 End of Semester Self-Care Resources

With finals week and summer just around the corner, it is a great time to identify and build into your routine the things that will help you meet your goals and manage stress.

61st Beta Gamma Sigma Induction

61st BGS Induction Ceremony

Hit your pause button

Dukes are encouraged to focus on mindfulness by partaking in Madison Meditates.

"...A little marketing agency within The Union."

The SACM family: What it's like being a student creative

That's a wrap! UPB celebrates student filmmakers

The University Program Board showcased four student-made films and hosted a red carpet event.

Student Ambassadors bring good tidings this holiday season

Student Ambassadors sang, danced and performed to raise donations and spread holiday cheer.

Leaving for school break?

Are you leaving for winter break? IF so, check out this tips to make sure you are prepared.

Bonding and building community with MYMOM

MYMOM ended the Fall 2021 semester with a banquet to celebrate those involved.

JMU Dukes and friends step into spirit with ICGC

The Intercultural Greek Council took the Atlantic Union Bank Center stage by storm during Homecoming 2021.

Traditions and tacos with JMU Alumni Association

As part of the 2021 Homecoming week festivities, students joined JMU Alumni Association to eat tacos and talk about JMU traditions.

JMU Is Enforcing Safety Policies for Scooters, Bikes and More

Attention all Dukes who use scooters, skateboards, bikes and hoverboards: be aware of these policies!

TDU Will Be Open 24/7

Taylor Down Under will soon be offering twenty-four-hour access, seven days a week.

Pumpkins and A Capella: A Fall Duo at JMU

Pumpkin painting and A Capella performances aren’t a pairing you see every day, but at JMU it makes for the perfect fall outing.

Drag Show Dazzles Attendees

On Wednesday, November 13, four drag queens took to the stage to dance, glitter and discuss all things drag.

Students Discover Their Housing Options

Students face one of the biggest challenges of their college career when it comes time to research where to live during the coming school year.

Community with IDEAS: May 2022

The Madison Family Newsletter

Community with IDEAS: April 2022

The Madison Family Newsletter

Community with IDEAS: March 2022

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