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Get Help Converting Files into Accessible Formats in Canvas
Posted January 13, 2026
It’s now easier to convert PDFs and other files into more accessible formats—directly in Canvas! We’ve integrated SensusAccess into Canvas to support the digital accessibility of course materials as JMU works toward meeting its Title II goals. What is SensusAccess? SensusAccess is a document conversion tool that transforms files into alternative formats. For example, it can […]
Job Opening: Book Arts & Preservation Librarian
Posted January 8, 2026
JMU Libraries seeks an enthusiastic and innovative leader for the new position of Book Arts & Preservation (BAP) Librarian in the Digital Scholarship & Distinctive Collections (DSDC) department. DSDC stewards rare books, manuscripts, and archives; supports digital scholarship methods in teaching, learning, and research; and preserves general and distinctive collections at […]
Artificial Intelligence Workshops in Spring 2026
Posted January 7, 2026
Join a JMU Libraries workshop to explore the complex and ever-changing world of artificial intelligence (AI): Workshops for Students, Staff, and Faculty: Workshops for Faculty and Staff: Faculty Reading Group on AI: We are also offering a Reading & Reflection Group […]
Workshops in The Makery: Spring 2026
Posted January 6, 2026
Create, tinker, craft, invent, and discover new skills in our makerspace. Check out these free and fun workshops for students, staff, and faculty, offered by The Makery. Our knowledgeable and helpful staff are here to help you with academic and personal projects to […]
Get Scanned Articles and Chapters Delivered to Your Inbox
Posted January 5, 2026
If you thought you needed to be on campus to access physical items in the JMU Libraries collection, we have good news! You can request scanned/digital copies of articles and book chapters to be sent to you via email! How […]
11 Easy Ways Faculty Can Make Textbooks More Affordable
Posted January 5, 2026
Textbook costs are a serious issue for many JMU students. Learn easy steps you can take to help, with support from JMU Libraries. […]
18 Ways We Can Help Advance Faculty Research
Posted January 5, 2026
JMU faculty, if you’re working on scholarship or research projects this winter, take a moment to explore the ways we can help propel your work forward! More Free Tools to Help with Your Research We Also Support Your Teaching! If […]
6 Reasons to Add Your Work to the JMU Scholarly Commons
Posted January 5, 2026
Find out how you can increase the visibility and accessibility of your work by adding it to JMU’s institutional repository, JMU Scholarly Commons. By adding your work to JMU Scholarly Commons: Did you know? Learn More Need help with the […]
Help the Seed Library Grow This Spring
Posted January 5, 2026
Are you ordering seeds for your own garden this year? If you have some left over, consider donating them to JMU’s Community Seed Library! We are happy to accept store-bought seeds, partially used packets, or seeds saved from your garden. […]
Borrow Multimedia Equipment from the Libraries
Posted January 5, 2026
Did you know you can borrow microphones, projectors, external hard drives, cameras, tripods, portrait light kits, and more for your professional and personal projects? Reserve equipment three working days before you need it: Submit your request online, then pick up […]