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Apr 10 Redefining the role
First lady Kim Schmidt, a mental health nurse practitioner, to support student wellness
Apr 8 JMU alumna honored by NASA Artemis II astronauts with lunar namesake
Astronauts from NASA’s Artemis II mission have named a crater on the moon in honor of Carroll Wiseman (’95)
Apr 8 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.
Apr 3 In perfect harmony
JMU’s all-girl, a cappella group finds lifelong friendships through music
Jan 7 Leadership rooted in action
Maureen Metcalf (’84), CEO of the Innovative Leadership Institute, combines expertise and groundbreaking leadership.

Apr 18: Women of Americana
Apr 26: JMU Symphony Honors Concert
Apr 28: Basement Demons and Trailer Saints
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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

Men's Tennis: JMU Rallies for Senior Day Triumph Against Mason
Sun, 12 Apr 2026 4:41 p.m.
James Madison overcame an early deficit, rallying in singles play to send off its seniors with a 4-2 victory against George Mason on Sunday afternoon at Hillside Courts.
Softball: Dukes Sweep Weekend Series with 15-Run Showcase
Sun, 12 Apr 2026 4:37 p.m.
HARRISONBURG, Va. – James Madison softball completed a three-game Sun Belt Conference sweep of Louisiana on Sunday afternoon, downing the Ragin' Cajuns 15-9 at
Women's Tennis: Dukes Celebrate Senior Day with Win over George Mason
Sun, 12 Apr 2026 4:11 p.m.
James Madison celebrated its three women's tennis seniors in style, as it cruised to a 4-1 victory against George Mason on Sunday afternoon at Hillside Courts.
Baseball: Miscues Down Dukes at Georgia State
Sun, 12 Apr 2026 3:56 p.m.
Four unearned runs pushed Georgia State ahead of James Madison, as the Dukes fell, 5-4, in Sun Belt Conference baseball on Sunday afternoon at the GSU Baseball Complex.
Softball: Dukes Run-Rule Louisiana in Five to Clinch Series Victory
Sat, 11 Apr 2026 3:45 p.m.
HARRISONBURG, Va. – James Madison softball (18-20, 6-8 SBC) secured the series victory over Louisiana (22-17, 5-9 SBC) with a dominant five-inning 10-2