JMU Libraries News
Ethiopian Heritage & Culture Camp in The Makery
Posted October 30, 2023
In July 2023, the JMU Libraries makerspace had the opportunity to host about 70 children adopted from Ethiopia and their families as part of the annual Ethiopian Heritage & Culture Camp. The children, ages 4-16, spent an afternoon creating symbols […]
Shenandoah Valley History Comes Alive in Four New Local History Collections
Posted October 27, 2023
The history of the Shenandoah Valley just got more accessible! JMU Libraries Special Collections recently acquired and processed four important collections that document the history of the beautiful valley that is home to JMU. “It was really a treat to […]
International OA Week: Online Events & Open Access APC Fund
Posted October 24, 2023
It’s International Open Access (OA) Week! To celebrate, we’re promoting several online OA Week events and sharing important context on our Open Access APC Fund to help faculty and staff with the costs of publishing open access articles: Why is […]
Carrier Renovation Work Uncovers Hidden Gems from 1939
Posted October 24, 2023
View the decorative column capitals that have adorned Carrier Library since 1939. Most were hidden since the 1960s when they were covered by drop ceilings. […]
Special Collections Now Open by Appointment
Posted October 16, 2023
After a temporary closure to move out of Carrier Library, the Special Collections Reading Room is available by appointment in its temporary location on the second floor of Burruss Hall. Plan a visit to Special Collections. What is Special Collections? Staff and […]
Be)Holding Love & Loss (Book Display)
Posted October 16, 2023
Our newest book display, both online and in Rose Library, accompanies the Be)Holding Love & Loss series. What is it to love another, in this life and beyond? When we lose the people we love, can that love somehow keep […]
Fragile Supply Chains and 3D Printing in the Classroom
Posted October 12, 2023
When Bill Ritchie, CSX professor of Business Management in JMU’s College of Business, went looking for a partner to help him demonstrate to students in a supply-chain class how 3D scanning and printing can provide a margin of safety against […]
Multiple collections on Shenandoah County history are now open for research
Posted October 10, 2023
James Madison University Special Collections is pleased to announce that three collections documenting Shenandoah County history are now fully processed and available for research. The Tisinger Family Collection of Shenandoah County Land Surveys comprises hundreds of plats, deeds, indentures, surveys, […]
Starbucks in Rose Library Now Open
Posted October 5, 2023
The renovation of the Starbucks in Rose Library is complete, and the location has reopened! Check out the JMU Dining website for cafe hours and more information.
Histories Along the Blue Ridge Honored with a Commonwealth Technology Award
Posted October 2, 2023
The Histories Along the Blue Ridge (HBR) project recently received a Commonwealth Technology Award! HBR is an online platform that offers curated historical records from the Rockingham County Court and surrounding counties. JMU Libraries staff and faculty, JMU History faculty […]