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August 15, 2025
JMU’s new president, James C. Schmidt — soon to be better known as “President Jim” — is beginning his leadership journey and shaping JMU’s next chapter with his Presidential Tour. With an entrepreneurial outlook and a vision for the university’s future, he is engaging with Dukes to share his perspectives and learn what makes the JMU nation tick. He invites you to dream together with him.
Do you have a question for him about the future of JMU? Submit it when you register to attend below. New events will be added as they are planned.
Events
- Wed., Sept. 24, 8:00 pm – Zoom: REGISTER
- Thurs., Oct. 2, 6:00 pm – The Mint Museum, Charlotte, NC: REGISTER
- Tues., Oct. 14, 5:30 pm – Atlantic Union Bank Center, Harrisonburg, VA: REGISTER
- Wed., Oct. 22, 6:00 pm – River Bend Golf and Country Club, Great Falls, VA: REGISTER
- Wed., Oct. 29, 6:00 pm – The Chrysler Museum, Norfolk, VA: REGISTER
- Tues., Nov. 4, 6:30 pm – National Press Club, Washington, D.C.: REGISTER
- Wed., Nov. 5, 6:00 pm – State Theatre, Falls Church, VA: REGISTER
- Tues., Nov. 18, 6:00 pm – The Dominion Club, Glen Allen, VA: REGISTER
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