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November 4, 2025
JMU’s seventh president, James C. Schmidt — better known as “President Jim” — is shaping JMU’s next chapter. With an entrepreneurial outlook and a vision for the university’s future, he is engaging with Dukes on his Presidential Tour to share his perspectives and dream together.
How to engage with "President Jim:"
- Register for a tour event below.
- Respond to President Jim’s big questions about JMU’s Strategic Plan.
New events will be added as they are planned.
Events
- Wed., Sept. 24, 8:00 p.m. – Zoom — WATCH THE RECORDING.
- Fri., Oct. 3, 6:00 p.m. – PHOTOS - The Mint Museum-Uptown, Charlotte, N.C.
- Tues., Oct. 14, 5:30 p.m. – Story and Photos - Atlantic Union Bank Center, Harrisonburg
- Wed., Oct. 22, 6:00 p.m. – Story and Photo album! River Bend Golf and Country Club, Great Falls
- Wed., Oct. 29, 6:00 p.m. – The Chrysler Museum, Norfolk REGISTER
- Tues., Nov. 4, 6:30 p.m. – National Press Club, Washington, D.C. REGISTER
- Wed., Nov. 5, 6:00 p.m. – State Theatre, Falls Church REGISTER
- Mon., Nov. 17, 6:30 p.m. – The National Arts Club, New York, N.Y. REGISTER
- Tues., Nov. 18, 6:00 p.m. – The Dominion Club, Glen Allen REGISTER
Coming Soon: Portola Valley, Calif.
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