JMU Libraries News
Canvas Portfolio: A New Tool in Canvas
Posted April 14, 2026
Canvas has launched a new tool, Canvas Portfolio, which will replace the current ePortfolio tool. This upgrade offers new capabilities for students and faculty, including: Required Action for Users of ePortfolio If you currently use ePortfolio, please download the contents […]
Changes to Special Collections Starting in May 2026
Posted April 10, 2026
Starting on May 4, JMU Special Collections will begin moving to Carrier Library. Questions? Please contact library-special@jmu.edu. Related stories:
The little Gallery Underground Sparks Inspiration in an Unlikely Space (from The Madison App)
Posted April 10, 2026
A decade ago, the windowless basement in the Music Library, with its plain concrete walls, offered little inspiration to the student musicians who frequented the space. Music Library Services Manager Karen Snively (’95) wanted to change that.
Inside Carrier Library (from The Breeze TV)
Posted April 10, 2026
Carrier Library reopens in August 2026. Over four miles of books will be moved into Carrier over the summer by professional book movers. But beyond the books, there will be a 24/7 study space, a media studio, Starbucks, and so […]
Read Newspapers and Magazines Online for Free
Posted April 10, 2026
Did you know that JMU faculty, staff, and students have online access to the New York Times, Wall Street Journal, and many other newspapers and magazines? Here are just a few of them: Looking for other news sources from the Libraries? […]
Extra Study Spaces for Finals at JMU
Posted April 9, 2026
Buildings across JMU open up extra study space at the end of the semester to support you as you prepare for final exams.
10 Tips for Finding Great Study Spaces at JMU
Posted April 9, 2026
Even during midterms and finals week, there are plenty of empty seats available all over campus if you know where to look! In fact, JMU offers study spaces in over 30 buildings! Here are 10 top tips for finding good […]
Inside the Renovated Carrier Library (from The Breeze)
Posted April 9, 2026
Take a peek at Carrier Library’s new look.
The Great Move: Preparing Carrier Library for August
Posted April 9, 2026
When Carrier Library reopens on Monday, August 3, it will once again be filled with the books and other resources that Dukes rely on every day. Getting them there, however, requires a carefully planned series of moves. Our teams are […]
A11y in Action: Disability Advocacy Week 2026 (Book Display)
Posted April 8, 2026
Disability Advocacy Week is March 30-April 3, 2026! Celebrate with us under this year’s theme: A11y In Action (“A11y” can be pronounced “ally” or as “A-eleven-Y”). A11y is a numeronym for accessibility; there are 11 letters between the a and […]
