The Madison Research Club brings together JMU faculty and staff interested in externally funded research to share insights, develop collaborations, and learn from experts. Whether you are new to seeking external grants or an experienced PI, we welcome you to join MRC to network, learn about grant application supports, and help strengthen our JMU research community.
Why Attend the Madison Research Club?
Learn and Network!
- Hear directly from JMU’s research leadership and successful faculty.
- Get tips on funding priorities and trends.
- Learn about proposal development tools.
- Meet potential collaborators from across the University.
Who Should Attend?
All faculty and staff who are interested in pursuing external funding for their research, scholarship, and creative works.
WHEN: MRC will be hosted monthly, on the 2nd Wednesday of the month 8:30 - 10:00 am during the academic term. (September, October, and November in the fall, and February, March, and April in the spring).
WHERE: For Fall 2025, we will be meeting in Taylor 304.
Fall 2025 Meetings
Note the new time: Wednesdays 8:30-10:00 am and in a new place: Taylor 304
Wednesday, September 10, 2025
We begin the academic year with a panel discussion of Research Leadership from each College in the University who will share perspectives on external funding for research, scholarship, and creative works. Learn how external funding fits into each college’s priorities, hear practical advice for moving from idea to competitive proposals, and network with other researchers at JMU.
Speakers: Panel of college leaders, including Associate/Assistant Deans & Executive Director of Research & Scholarship.
Wednesday, October 8, 2025 - Research Partnerships
Registration link coming soon
Topic: TBA
Speaker: TBA
Wednesday, November 12, 2025 - Engaging Undergraduates in Research
Registration link coming soon
Topic: TBA
Speaker: TBA
Past Meetings
Spring 2025
Wednesday, February 12, 2025 - CANCELLED DUE TO WEATHER
Wednesday, March 12, 2025
Speaker & Topic 1: Changes in the Federal Funding Landscape (ORD)
Speaker & Topic 2: What do PIs Need to Know About Research Integrity Compliance? (IRB & Office of Research Integrity)
Speaker & Topic 3: Funding Opportunities in Partnership with Small Businesses: Dr. Patrice Ludwig, following by a panel discussion with Patrice. Dr. Keith Holland, and Leigh Evans
Wednesday, April 9, 2025
Speaker: Yasmeen Shorish, JMU Libraries
Topic: Public access & data management
Fall 2024
Thursday, September 12, 2024
Speakers: Panel discussion of Associate Deans of Research
Tuesday, October 8, 2024
Speaker: Corporate and Foundation Relations
NOTE: Due to the Thursday footaball game, this meeting has been moved to Tuesday.
Thursday, November 14, 2024
In plact of MRC, we will be hosting a Broader Impacts and Community Engagement Resource Fair
Location: The Forum, Hartman Hall 2021