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Exhibition Opening Reception on Oct. 22: Carrier Library Art Galleries
Posted September 23, 2026
All are invited to the Carrier Library Art Galleries Opening Reception, presented in collaboration with the JMU School of Art, Design and Art History (SADAH) on Thursday, October 22, from 3 to 5 p.m. The featured exhibitions showcase art and […]
Fall Break Hours in the Libraries
Posted September 23, 2026
JMU Libraries will offer modified hours during JMU’s Fall Break. If you plan to visit a library or access a service from October 7-11, 2026, please check our Hours page ahead of time. 24-Hour Space: As always, you can swipe […]
8 Reasons to Visit the Learning Innovations & Design Desk (Now in Carrier Library!)
Posted September 23, 2026
The Learning Innovations & Design Desk has moved to the 2nd floor of Carrier Library (previously located in Rose), and it has something for everyone! Here are 8 things you can do at the Learning Innovations & Design Desk: 1. […]
Welcome Home to Carrier Library: An Open House for Homecoming
Posted September 22, 2026
All are invited to a special Welcome Home Open House at Carrier Library as part of the QuadFest activities! Although this open house is designed for alumni and friends visiting for JMU Homecoming, anyone in the JMU or local community […]
Asking Better Questions: A New Workshop for JMU Faculty
Posted September 22, 2026
Questioning is one of the most powerful, and most underused, tools in a faculty member’s teaching repertoire. Research shows that most instructor questions are procedural or recall-based, leaving little room for the higher-order thinking that drives deep learning. Explore these […]
Fun Things to Do in JMU Libraries
Posted September 22, 2026
There’s a reason JMU Libraries welcomes about 1.5 million visits per year! Besides offering a variety of great places to study, it’s a wonderful place to socialize, learn new skills, and explore. Swing by JMU Libraries to get to know […]
New Workshop on Oct. 21: Research Your Vote
Posted September 22, 2026
Voting is one of the foundational privileges and responsibilities of American citizenship. Our new workshop, open to all students, faculty, and staff, offers practical strategies for researching your ballot. This nonpartisan session won’t tell you who to vote for, but […]
Shenandoah Valley Archives Fair on Oct. 14
Posted September 16, 2026
Explore local history, careers, and more at this drop-in event featuring 14 archives from around the Shenandoah Valley.
Workshops on AI Literacy and Data Literacy
Posted September 16, 2026
JMU Libraries is offering three workshops this fall on data literacy and AI literacy. Developing skills in data management and ethical use of artificial intelligence is increasingly vital for academic and professional success. Consider signing up for one or more […]
2 JMU Faculty Awarded Grants to Use Open Textbooks
Posted September 15, 2026
Two JMU faculty members were recently selected to receive statewide VIVA Open Grants: All Open Creation grant projects are peer-reviewed, copyedited, and checked for accessibility by VIVA Open Publishing, before making them available with an open license to students throughout […]
