JMU Libraries News
Inaugural AI Institute for JMU Faculty: Call for Presenters
Posted March 9, 2026
JMU Libraries, the Center for Faculty Innovation, and the Office of the Provost are partnering to host an inaugural AI Institute for JMU faculty on June 2-4. Learn more in the March 8 CFI Newsletter. Over this three-day institute, we hope to provide a […]
From the Stacks to “I Do” — A JMU Love Story
Posted March 6, 2026
Some love stories start with a chance meeting in class or a swipe on an app — but for Jess Hoare and Cameron Kelahan, their journey began on the Club Quidditch Team in 2016. Though they didn’t meet through the Libraries, the […]
5 Former Libraries Student Employees and What They’re Doing Now
Posted March 6, 2026
Each year, JMU Libraries provides on-campus jobs to almost 100 hardworking student employees who develop professional skills and make lasting memories while serving the campus community. But the story doesn’t end when they graduate. The lessons learned behind the desk, […]
Alumna Creates the “Karen Stultz Whetzel Stacks & Scholars” Scholarship for Libraries Student Employees
Posted March 4, 2026
Former JMU Libraries student employee and proud “Double Duke” Karen Stultz Whetzel (’71, ’74M) has given back to the community that helped shape her journey by establishing a meaningful scholarship for JMU Libraries student employees. This heartfelt gift will support […]
Do You Speak Multiple Languages?
Posted March 3, 2026
At JMU Libraries, we’re happy to offer books, videos, and other resources in a variety of languages. […]
Research Guides: Choose a Subject and Start Here
Posted March 3, 2026
Our Research Guides were created by your liaison librarians to help you find relevant resources related to specific subjects or even courses! […]
Bite-Sized Tips for Digital Accessibility at JMU
Posted March 3, 2026
As part of JMU’s campus-wide digital accessibility efforts, the Libraries and our Digital Accessibility Ambassadors are working hard to support faculty in making course materials more accessible. Whether you’re updating a syllabus, designing slides, or sharing resources online, these tips make it easier to build accessibility into […]
Read The Chronicle of Higher Education for Free
Posted March 3, 2026
Did you know that JMU libraries provides you with unlimited online access to The Chronicle of Higher Education? The Chronicle covers academia in the U.S. and publishes online content every weekday. Our subscription includes: Learn how to access The Chronicle, whether you’re on or […]
7 Ways to Celebrate Open Education Week
Posted March 2, 2026
During Open Education Week (March 2-6), we’re celebrating because free and equitable access to information is at the core of what we do. This celebration also reminds us to share how you can help make education more affordable and accessible […]
Find Collaborators for Your Next OER Project
Posted February 26, 2026
Are you interested in using or creating open educational resources (OER) like open textbooks or other course materials? Funding is available, and you don’t have to do it alone! In fact, open education grant proposals can be strengthened by including faculty from multiple institutions! You can find faculty collaborators across Virginia by posting your […]
