JMU Alumni

Worried about rare cruise viruses? A JMU expert says the real risk is a lot more familiar… think colds, flu and norovirus. Pack accordingly.

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Still flying high from the Madison Alumni Conference this past weekend! Strong connections and fun memories to last. Nothing but love for all of our alumni volunteers 💜💛

It starts with music.
For JMU’s BluesTones, it becomes something more, a close-knit group of students who build lasting friendships through shared experience, trust and time together.

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JMU welcomes five new members to the Board of Visitors.
Together, they bring experience across education, law and healthcare, and public policy, adding a broad range of perspective to the university’s leadership.

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JMU is what it is because of alumni who show up, serve and lead. The Madison Alumni Conference celebrates the volunteers who give their time and talent to strengthen our university and each other.

We are looking forward to a weekend of connection, recognition and impact as we build a network of Dukes who are informed, involved and invested in JMU’s future. 💜

Turn the page and stay connected. The JMUAA Book Club brings Dukes together through stories that spark ideas, conversation, and community no matter where you are.

Dukes hold doors and open books.

Join us: https://brnw.ch/21x3eAN

A Duke among the greats.

Former JMU men’s golfer Jay Woodson is headed to the Virginia Golf Hall of Fame, becoming the first Duke to earn the honor after a standout career that helped shape JMU Golf.

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Growth rarely follows a straight path.
For Alexis McCombs (‘95), early setbacks at JMU became the foundation for a career in entertainment and sports media spanning BET, MTV and award-winning storytelling. She stayed committed to her craft, built momentum over time and continues to create space for new voices and perspectives in the industry. [https://brnw.ch/21x37LX]
Her story reflects what happens when Dukes stay in it, invest in their growth and keep moving forward.

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Throwing it back to 1989 and a quiet moment on campus 💜
Even then, Dukes were finding inspiration in every corner, one page at a time.

What are you reading this summer?

You can always find your next title through the JMU Alumni Book Club. Check it out here:

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Future educators at JMU are turning curiosity into hands-on discovery 💜

Elementary education majors recently welcomed fifth-grade students to campus for a science-focused field trip filled with experiments, exploration and real-world learning. From making ice cream to testing energy transfer, these Dukes created memorable moments that bring science to life.

Dukes hold doors and inspire the next generation of learners.

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