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Art Exhibit Reception in the Music Library

Posted August 17, 2026

Discover the beauty of penmanship at Rhythm of Scripts, a new exhibit in the Music Library’s The little Gallery Underground featuring the work of Professor Zenab Bastawala of JMU’s School of Art, Design, and Art History.   Join us for a reception celebrating the […]

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New Book Display Celebrating JMU Alumni Authors

Posted August 17, 2026

Carrier Library has long served as an intellectual crossroads at the heart of campus—a place where generations of Dukes have gathered, collaborated, and found inspiration. To celebrate the reopening of this beloved building and Homecoming 2026, we are proud to showcase a collection […]

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Unlocking Creativity: Introducing the Audio/Video Studios in the New Carrier Library

Posted August 14, 2026

With Carrier Library open again, the JMU community can discover new, state-of-the-art Audio/Video Studios on the second floor: These two new studio spaces complement the existing Video and Audio Production Studio on the 5th floor of Rose Library. An Open […]

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Open House at Carrier Library on August 18

Posted August 13, 2026

We are hosting an Open House on August 18, 1-3 p.m., as part of the University Welcome festivities for JMU staff and faculty! This casual open house is a special opportunity to explore the new Carrier Library before the academic […]

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783 New Books Added to the African Books Collective

Posted August 13, 2026

The African Books Collective (ABC), a collection of over 2,000 ebooks published independently in Africa, has recently grown by 783 books! JMU Libraries has partnered with VIVA (Virginia’s Academic Library Consortium) since 2024 to bring this resource to our campus. […]

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You’re Invited: Homecoming Author Talk with Alumna Rachel McRady

Posted August 12, 2026

Celebrate Homecoming and alumni authors with a special event featuring JMU alumna and author Rachel McRady! The Stories We Carry: An Evening with Author Rachel McRady (’11) will take place on October 15, 5:30-7:30 p.m. in the East Campus Dining […]

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The Top 5 Things that Future Dukes Need to Know about JMU Libraries

Posted August 11, 2026

1. JMU Libraries helps students with their academic and creative projects, for classes or for fun! We help students level up their research skills to meet the challenge of college-level assignments. But we also help them explore their creative side […]

The Makery in Carrier Library Reopens with Even More Opportunities to Create

Posted August 11, 2026

Now that Carrier Library has reopened after its renovation and expansion, the JMU community can once again find well-equipped, fully staffed creative learning spaces in both Rose Library and Carrier Library. The new and improved design for The Makery in […]

Areas near and in The Makery in Carrier Library ahead of the public reopening.

Important Update on Open Science Framework (OSF)

Posted August 11, 2026

Starting in November 2026, the Open Science Framework (OSF) will phase out OSF Projects. Moving forward, OSF will no longer function as a general project collaboration or file management tool. What is changing: What is remaining: Recommended Next Steps: If […]

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What New Faculty Need to Know About JMU Libraries

Posted August 10, 2026

We want to welcome all new faculty members to JMU! We’re so glad you’re here. Here are the top 6 things JMU Libraries can do to help you succeed at JMU: 1. Advance your research: We can help you advance […]

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