Category: Featured News
Open House at Carrier Library on August 18
Posted August 13, 2026
We are hosting an Open House on August 18, 1-3 p.m., as part of the University Welcome festivities for JMU staff and faculty! This casual open house is a special opportunity to explore the new Carrier Library before the academic […]
You’re Invited: Homecoming Author Talk with Rachel McRady
Posted August 12, 2026
Celebrate Homecoming and alumni authors with a special event featuring JMU alumna and author Rachel McRady! The Stories We Carry: An Evening with Author Rachel McRady (’11) will take place on October 15, 5:30-7:30 p.m. in the East Campus Dining […]
What New Faculty Need to Know About JMU Libraries
Posted August 10, 2026
We want to welcome all new faculty members to JMU! We’re so glad you’re here. Here are the top 6 things JMU Libraries can do to help you succeed at JMU: 1. Advance your research: We can help you advance […]
8 Ways We Can Help Faculty Prepare for Fall
Posted August 6, 2026
As you gear up for the fall, remember that we are here to support your teaching and research. Here are the things we’re ready and eager to help you with. […]
Fun Reads and Movies for Summer
Posted August 3, 2026
Looking for something fun to read or watch this summer? Look for our Graphic Novels and Popular Books shelves on Carrier Library’s first floor in the double-height space in the Jones Wing, pictured here. Or check out our Fun Reads […]
Carrier Library is Open: Welcome Back, Dukes!
Posted August 3, 2026
Carrier Library officially reopened its doors on Monday, August 3, and we are absolutely thrilled to welcome you back! The newly renovated library has been thoughtfully reimagined to support teaching, learning, research, creativity, and scholarship for the entire JMU community. […]
JMU Students Transform Carrier Staircase into Shenandoah River Soundscape
Posted July 30, 2026
A temporary sound installation in James Madison University’s Carrier Library is giving visitors a chance to experience the Shenandoah River in an unexpected way. Created by JMU School of Music students under the direction of faculty member Dr. Jon Gibson, […]
A Historic Welcome: The Reopening of Carrier Library Nears
Posted July 27, 2026
We are so excited to welcome you back to a beautifully restored and reimagined Carrier Library on Monday, August 3! As a memory institution, we reflect on the building’s history even as we look forward to its future. Our “Carrier […]
Top 3 Tips for Faculty Planning Course Readings for Fall
Posted July 17, 2026
Putting the finishing touches on your fall reading lists? Consider our top 3 tips for making readings more accessible and affordable for your students: 1. Shorten loan periods for high-demand items: For physical library materials that are in high demand, […]
Rose Library and Music Library Have Reopened
Posted June 30, 2026
We are pleased to announce that Rose Library and the Music Library are open again. Thank you for your patience during these temporary closures as we continued moving books, equipment, and offices to support the final stages of the Carrier […]
