Office of Student Awards, Initiatives, and Research

The Office of Student Awards, Initiatives, and Research (STAIR) provides targeted resources for research, intellectual growth and professional development to support inclusive excellence for all students at JMU. STAIR houses the Office of Fellowships and Awards (OFA), Student Creative Activities and Research (S-CAR), and other student-based initiatives.

Fellowships

Student Creative Activities and Research

First Year Research Experience

Student Research Opportunities Virtual Bulletin Board

News

Feb 26

Read Across America: Q and A with Dr. Chelsey Bollinger
Dr. Chelsey Bollinger shares her insights on what we can do to ensure literacy remains a key focus in education.
Feb 26 Kinesiology faculty Cathy McKay receives Madison Scholar Award for CHBS
Cathy McKay, professor in the Department of Kinesiology, was recognized with the Madison Scholar Award for the College of Health and Behavioral Studies.
Feb 18 JMU maintains national research prominence
JMU has been recognized by the Carnegie Commission as a 2025 Research 2: High Spending and Doctorate Production institution.

Office of Student Awards, Initiatives, and Research

Lakeview Hall
MSC 0306
298 Port Republic Rd
Room 1190
Harrisonburg, Virginia 22807

Email Us
540/568-8817

Monday-Friday: 8am - 5pm