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2 JMU Faculty Awarded Grants to Create Open Textbooks
Posted February 18, 2025
Two JMU faculty members were recently selected as recipients for the statewide Open Course Grants program: Here’s what Dr. Johnson had to say: “‘I wrote Dear Computer for many reasons. To save students money, to clarify and organize my own […]
Tracking Government Information Changes
Posted February 18, 2025
As reported by the New York Times, various United States government websites are being modified to comply with President Trump’s recent Executive Orders. Faculty and students regularly use government information sources for teaching, grant writing, and research purposes. Modifications to […]
Sea Changes Poetry Exhibit and Reception at Furious Flower
Posted February 17, 2025
Dive into Sea Changes, an immersive exhibit of Black poetry now on display at the Furious Flower Poetry Center. Curated by Bethany Nowviskie and Kimberly Gillette of JMU Libraries, this broadside exhibit explores powerful themes of endurance through shifting tides […]
Faculty Forum: Exploring Generative Artificial Intelligence (AI) in Teaching & Learning
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 […]
New Photos of Carrier Library’s Transformation in a Short Video
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 […]
Designing an Accessible Syllabus for Inclusive Learning: Workshop for JMU Faculty
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 […]
Faculty Office Hours: Gradescope and Bubble Sheet
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 […]
More Dynamic Leadership Library Makes Its Debut
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 […]
Centering and Celebrating Black History
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 […]
Facing the High Cost of Textbooks (from JMU’s “Being the Change” podcast)
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.
