The University Risk Management Office at James Madison University is dedicated to fostering a safe and secure environment that supports the university’s mission of preparing students to be educated and enlightened citizens who lead productive and meaningful lives. By identifying, assessing, and mitigating potential risks, we protect the university's assets, promote resilience, and enhance the well-being of our community. We collaborate with stakeholders across campus to advance risk-aware decision-making, ensuring that our commitment to excellence, integrity, and community engagement is upheld in all aspects of university life.

• Excellence: We pursue the highest standards in risk management practices to support the university’s mission and vision.
• Integrity: We uphold ethical principles in our actions and decisions, ensuring transparency and accountability.
• Collaboration: We foster strong partnerships across the university, working together to identify and mitigate risks.
• Innovation: We embrace creative solutions to proactively manage and reduce risk in an ever-changing environment.
• Community: We are committed to a culture of safety and well-being, supporting a thriving and resilient university community.
• Stewardship: We responsibly manage university resources, protecting them for future generations.

Contact Us

Hilary Cronin- Director of Emergency & Risk Management
croninha@jmu.edu 
540.568.7583

ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH AND SAFETY

Marcella Mullenax - Environmental Health Coordinator 
mullenmr@jmu.edu
540.568.4959

Mike Neff- Machine Safety Specialist 
neffml@jmu.edu 
540.568.6415

Kara Hill - Safety Compliance Officer
hill2kn@jmu.edu
540.568.4535

Nikki Corley - Safety Training Coordinator
corleyna@jmu.edu 
540.568.5744

INCIDENT REPORTING

Ed Dearing - Accident Investigator
dearince@jmu.edu
540.568.7687

Rosa Turner - Safety Compliance Officer
turnerrm@jmu.edu
540.568.7215

FIRE SAFETY

VACANT - Fire Safety & Emergency Management Coordinator
vacant
540.568.6765

Craig Herring - Fire Safety Inspector
herrinct@jmu.edu
540.568.4281

Michael Landis - Fire Safety Inspector
landisml@jmu.edu
540.568.6765

Edward Rader – Fire/Safety Engineer
rader2el@jmu.edu
540.568.4281