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Mar 26 JMU selects VP of marketing and strategic communications
After a national search, JMU has selected Christine Hutchins as its inaugural vice president for marketing and strategic communications.
Mar 25 JMU opens public comment period on proposed 2026-27 tuition and fees
The JMU Board of Visitors will receive public comment on the proposed tuition and fee ranges for the 2026-27 academic year, April 15, from 3-4 p.m. at JMU.
Mar 24 Cole Swindell and Gabby Barrett to perform at JMU’s Atlantic Union Bank Center
Chart-topping country stars bring a high-energy night of live music to JMU, welcoming students and the Harrisonburg community
Mar 23 JMU student helps local school division stay connected and secure
Will Jedrzejczak, an information technology major, has supported Rockingham County School’s technology operations since August 2025.
Mar 20 Expanding the base
Ravens’ senior director of fan development and activation helping grow girl’s flag football in Maryland

Mar 6 The healing power of dance
Creating a legacy that gives back through movement in JMU’s Dance for PD program
Jan 27 Weaving Clouds: Central Asian textiles at the Madison Art Collection's new arts space
The MAC announces its first exhibition at its new interdisciplinary arts space at 131 W. Grace St.
Jan 12 From war to the concert stage
"Every day at JMU feels like stepping into a dream..."
Dec 2 JMU D.M.A. student performs in Houston Grand Opera’s landmark season
Jondra Harmon made her mark this fall, performing in Houston Grand Opera's Porgy and Bess, highlighting JMU Music's rising presence on the national arts stage.
Nov 10 Expanding the soundscape
Music professors advance collaborative music theory, Korean cultural studies, and new composition

Football: JMU Hosts 2026 Pro Day for Outgoing Seniors
Thu, 26 Mar 2026 7:31 p.m.
A total of 15 outgoing James Madison student-athletes showcased their skills in front of pro football scouts at the 2026 Pro Day, held on Thursday afternoon at Bridgeforth Stadium.
Softball: Forecasted Inclement Weather Pushes Softball Game to 6:30 p.m.
HARRISONBURG, Va. - Due to forecasted inclement weather, James Madison softball's game against South Alabama on Friday, March 27 has been pushed back from 5 p.m. to 6:30
Lacrosse: Dukes Complete Comeback, Defeats No. 19 Virginia
Wed, 25 Mar 2026 9:26 p.m.
CHARLOTTESVILLE, Va. – Trailing by as many as four, James Madison lacrosse completed its comeback bid and knocked off No. 19 Virginia, 11-10, at Klockner Stadium on Wednesday
Men's Tennis: Agusti and Schmitt Garner SBC Doubles Team of the Week
Wed, 25 Mar 2026 2:00 p.m.
James Madison's Esteve Agusti and Aurelien Schmitt were voted the Sun Belt Conference Doubles Team of the Week following an unbeaten week in doubles play.
Softball: Dukes Drop Midweek Matchup to George Mason
Wed, 25 Mar 2026 7:16 p.m.
FAIRFAX, Va.- James Madison softball dropped a midweek matchup to George Mason, falling 5–3 at the George Mason Softball Complex on Wednesday afternoon.