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Evening Quiet Study Spaces in Rose Library

Posted September 2, 2025

Did you know we open extra rooms in the evenings in Rose Library? During the day, the large meeting rooms in Rose Library, Rose 3311 & 3313, are reserved for Libraries staff and faculty to host meetings and workshops, but […]

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Can I Show It? Copyright for Public Film Screenings and Events

Posted August 30, 2025

If you want to show a film outside of a class, make sure JMU has public performance rights for that film or is able to obtain rights. […]

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14 Things Anyone at JMU Can Do at the ETMC

Posted August 30, 2025

The Educational Technology & Media Center (ETMC) is one of the best-kept secrets on campus. Many people think it’s just for Education students because it’s located in Memorial Hall, but it’s open to everyone! Here are 15 things anyone can […]

Carrier Library Renovation Enters Final Year Before Fall 2026 Reopening

Posted August 20, 2025

We are just one year away from welcoming the JMU community back to a refreshed and expanded Carrier Library, with the building on track to reopen in August 2026. The project has been progressing as planned, with structural work nearing completion and […]

interior view of the jones wing of carrier library

What’s New in the Libraries This Fall?

Posted August 18, 2025

As we dive into the fall semester, we’re excited to share our latest resources and offerings with you. Here’s a quick summary of what’s new from the Libraries—please feel free to contact us with any questions! New Workshops:  Artificial Intelligence […]

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How to Use JMU Libraries: 2025-26

Posted August 6, 2025

You can get library services and resources in four locations and online! Learn more below or in our 90-second video. Four Library Locations JMU Libraries offers a variety of spaces for studying, working in groups, printing, and more: Rose Libraryon […]

Windows 11 Upgrade for Classroom Computers 

Posted August 5, 2025

Our Classroom Technology team has been hard at work this summer upgrading all JMU classroom computers to Windows 11 for a more modern and streamlined user experience.  What does this mean for you?   We recommend that you familiarize yourself with […]

New Accessibility Checker Tool in Canvas: Anthology Ally

Posted August 4, 2025

JMU Libraries has added a new tool to Canvas to help you check the digital accessibility of your course materials. Anthology Ally scans course materials for accessibility issues, offers tips for improvement, and generates an accessibility report for each JMU […]

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Top Tips for Using JMU Libraries This Fall

Posted July 30, 2025

Even though Carrier Library is closed until Fall 2026 for renovation and expansion, you still have access to all the usual library services in four locations and online! Here are our top 4 tips for how to use JMU Libraries […]

an aerial view of Carrier library, june 6, 2025

Teaching with JMU’s Digital Tools: New Workshops for JMU Instructors

Posted July 28, 2025

Join our new workshop, Teaching with JMU’s Digital Tools, to get an introduction to using: Whether you’re enhancing course delivery, streamlining grading, or exploring AI-powered productivity, you’ll learn something useful in this session led by Ivan Guadarrama. Location: You can attend this hybrid workshop on Zoom or in Rose Library room 3311. If you attend in […]

Teaching with JMU's Digital Tools