Category: Featured News

Posted October 14, 2026

Scholarly work and research created at JMU advances the public good and the global academic community. However, getting new knowledge into the hands of scholars, policymakers, students, and the public is often harder than it should be. Too often, commercial […]

Posted October 12, 2026

The student vote is the decisive factor in many election races. How can we help make sure everyone who’s eligible to vote is registered to vote? Why do students need help with voting information? Some college students are new to […]

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 […]

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 […]

Posted August 25, 2026

JMU’s four library locations are open and we’re ready to support you this fall, whether you’re seeking spaces for quiet focus or collaboration, specialized technology, scholarly resources, books for fun, or expert support from Libraries staff and faculty. Watch our […]

Posted August 19, 2026

We’re so happy to welcome you (back) to Carrier Library, which just reopened after three years of renovation! Stop by, explore the floorplans, watch President Jim’s welcome video, or keep reading to learn about a few of the things waiting […]

Posted August 14, 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 […]

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 […]

Posted August 6, 2026

As you gear up for the fall, remember that we are here to support your teaching and research. Here are the things we’re ready and eager to help you with. […]

Posted August 4, 2026

You probably know The Makery—the makerspace in Rose Library that offers workshops and multimedia software and equipment to JMU students, faculty, and staff. Maybe you’ve attended a workshop or stopped by to use the sewing machines, laser cutters, electronics workbench, […]