Category: JMU Libraries News

Posted February 17, 2025

Join fellow JMU faculty from a variety of disciplines for an interactive forum on responsibly using generative AI in teaching and learning. Whether you’re new to AI or already integrating it into courses, this online faculty forum offers a collaborative […]

Posted February 17, 2025

The JMU Libraries Summer Stipend for Transitioning to OER provides funding for faculty to do critical course redesign work, such as developing new assignments and graded activities, when transitioning to an open textbook or other open educational resources (OER).

Posted February 14, 2025

We’re excited to share new images showcasing the remarkable transformation occurring in the heart of campus as the Carrier Library renovation and expansion project progresses smoothly and on schedule.  Check out our short video featuring architectural renderings of the future Carrier Library […]

Posted February 13, 2025

Access to your class syllabus is vital for the success of an ever-evolving population of JMU students. Join this workshop for JMU faculty to explore the multiple paths of representation for an inclusive and accessible syllabus and learn about applying […]

Posted February 11, 2025

Looking for help with Gradescope or Bubble Sheet? Our small-group online sessions for up to 4 JMU faculty members offer personalized support tailored to your needs. Get hands-on guidance with setting up assignments, streamlining grading workflows, and managing bubble sheet exams. Bring […]

Posted January 28, 2025

The School of Strategic Leadership Studies (SSLS) has partnered with JMU Libraries to transform their Leadership Instruments Library (LIL) into a more accessible, user-friendly, and evolving resource for leadership scholars and researchers. Originally a collection of static PDFs, the LIL […]

Posted January 28, 2025

February is Black History Month, an opportunity to bring intentional focus to the centering and celebrating of Black history. Visit our Black History Month page for a list of local Black history resources, books, films, and other avenues to dig […]

Posted January 27, 2025

Librarian Liz Thompson and Chief Diversity Officer Dr. Malika Carter-Hoyt discuss how Open Education Resources in the JMU Libraries are helping students find alternatives to paying the high price of some textbooks and course materials. 

Posted January 27, 2025

Have you discovered JMU’s new podcast, Being the Change? It features interviews with members of the JMU community that take place right in our Audio Recording room in Rose Library!  Today, we’re excited to share four episodes that highlight projects […]

Posted January 24, 2025

When Stan Jones (’54) enrolled at Madison College as a day student, he walked the sidewalks of his childhood from home to work, class and back home again. His daily route passed by the campus library, which quickly became his […]