James Madison University, Terms and Appointments by Governor
Ms. Maribeth D. Herod of Herndon, VA is the Rector of the JMU Board of Visitors and is retired as Senior Vice President of Bank of America. She is a 1982 graduate of James Madison University. Term: 2020-2024; Governor Northam.
The Honorable Richard "Dickie" Bell of Staunton, VA is a retired educator and retired member of the Virginia House of Delegates. He is a 1988 graduate of James Madison University. Term: 2022-2026; Governor Youngkin.
Lieutenant Colonel Jeff W. Bolander, USMC, Retired of McGaheysville, VA is a 1980 graduate of James Madison University. Term: 2023-2027; Governor Youngkin.
Ms. Teresa L. Edwards of Chesapeake, VA is the Regional President, Southside, and serves as interim President, Acute Care division, Sentara Healthcare. She is a 1980 graduate of James Madison University. Term: 2022-2026; Governor Youngkin.
Ms. Carly S. Fiorina of Lorton, VA is Chair, Colonial Williamsburg Foundation and Honorary Chair, Virginia 250 Commission. Term: 2023-2027; Governor Youngkin.
Mr. Christopher J. Falcon of Annandale, VA is Vice Rector of the JMU Board of Visitors. He is Deputy Clerk and Legal Counsel for Arlington County Circuit Court and is owner and founder of The Falcon Firm PLLC. He is a 2003 graduate of James Madison Univeristy. Term: 2020-2024; Governor Northam.
The Honorable Kay Coles James of North Chesterfield, VA is former Secretary of the Commonwealth; Founder, The Gloucester Institute and adviser with the PAC. Term: 2023-2027; Governor Youngkin.
Mr. John C. Lynch of Virginia Beach, VA is a partner at Troutman Pepper LLP. He is a 1991 graduate of James Madison University. Term: 2020-2024; Governor Northam.
Ms. Lara P. Major of Purcellville, VA is an Educational Consultant. She is a 1992 graduate of James Madison University. Term: 2020-2024; Governor Northam.
Ms. Suzanne S. Obenshain of Harrisonburg, VA is a Small Business Owner and Operator. Term: 2022-2026; Governor Youngkin.
Mr. John C. Rothenberger of Great Falls, VA is Managing Partner, Volition Partners in Reston, VA. He is a 1988 graduate of James Madison University. Term: 2020-2024; Governor Northam.
Mr. Steven C. Smith of Bristol, TN is President/Chief Executive Officer of K-VA-T Food Stores, Inc. He is a 1979 graduate of James Madison University. Term: 2023-2027; Governor Youngkin.
Mr. Michael A. Stoltzfus of Bridgewater, VA is President and CEO of Dynamic Aviation. Term: 2022-2026; Governor Youngkin.
Mr. Jack L. White of Fairfax Station, VA is Partner, McGuireWoods LLP. Term: 2022-2026; Governor Youngkin.
Ms. Nicole P. Wood of Doswell, VA serves as Senior Director of State Advocacy for the Pharmaceutical Research and Manufacturers of America (PhRMA). She is a 1996 graduate of James Madison University. Term: 2023-2027; Governor Youngkin.
Ms. Donna L. Harper of Harrisonburg, VA is Vice President for Access and Enrollment Management, and serves as secretary to the board. She is a graduate of JMU (1977) and educational specialist (1986).
Ms. Abigail N. Cannella is the non-voting Student Representative to the Board. She is a junior from Poquoson, VA. Term: 2023-2024.
Dr. Kathy Ott Walter is the speaker of the JMU Faculty Senate and serves as the non-voting faculty representative to the board.
Key Officials at JMU 2023-2024
Central Administration
Mr. Jonathan R. Alger, President
Dr. Malika Carter-Hoyt, Vice President for Diversity, Equity and Inclusion and Chief Diversity Officer
Dr. Heather J. Coltman, Provost and Senior Vice President for Academic Affairs
Ms. Donna L. Harper, Vice President for Access and Enrollment Management
Ms. Towana H. Moore, Vice President for Administration and Finance
Dr. Nicholas L. Langridge, Vice President for University Advancement
Dr. Timothy M. Miller, Vice President for Student Affairs
College Deans
Dr. Traci Zimmerman, Interim Dean, College of Arts and Letters
Dr. Samantha Prins, Dean, College of Science and Mathematics
Dr. Mike Busing, Dean, College of Business
Dr. Ruben Graciani, Dean, College of Visual and Performing Arts
Dr. Robert Kolvoord, Dean, College of Integrated Science and Engineering
Dr. Sharon Lovell, Dean, College of Health and Behavioral Studies
Dr. Mark L'Esperance, Dean, College of Education
Dr. Fletcher Linder, Dean, University Studies
Dr. Bethany Blackstone, Dean, Honors College
Dr. Bethany Nowviskie, Libraries and Educational Technologies
Dr. Linda Thomas, Dean, The Graduate School
Others
Mr. Jeffrey T. Bourne, Athletics Director
Dr. Kathy Ott Walter, Faculty Senate/Faculty Rep. to Board of Visitors
