Category: JMU Libraries News

Posted June 6, 2024

A reading room can stir powerful emotions—awe, inspiration, and calm can be found in this most iconic of library spaces. In the future Carrier Library, visitors to our new Grand Reading Room will discover a gorgeous, modern, and welcoming space. […]

Posted June 3, 2024

Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender and Queer (LGBTQ) Pride Month is a national, annual celebration observed in June to honor the LGBTQ+ community. It serves as a time for LGBTQ+ individuals and allies to celebrate diversity; promote inclusivity; and raise awareness […]

Posted May 31, 2024

Posted May 28, 2024

Discover a world of possibilities at our new faculty offering in The Makery on July 10: Integrating Makerspace & Media Technologies into Your Courses. Hear about the various educational technologies offered by JMU Libraries and learn how to incorporate 3D printing, sewing, […]

Posted May 20, 2024

Congratulations to the five JMU faculty members who were recently awarded JMU Libraries’ summer stipends for transitioning to open educational resources (OER)! By revising the courses noted below, these faculty members will save about 300 students more than $20,000 in […]

Posted May 15, 2024

Congratulations—you’ve made it to the end of the academic year! As you take a breath or turn to what’s next, remember that we’re here to support your research and teaching. You can connect with us online or in person—just be […]

Posted May 14, 2024

Achieve your professional goals on your own schedule with one of these 4 asynchronous offerings from us this summer! Design for Learning Institute (approx. 6 hours): Join a learning community of JMU experts, peers, and mentors as you develop or redesign a course. Learn […]

Posted May 13, 2024

Looking for something fun to read or watch this summer? Check out our Fun Reads and Movies guide for titles available through JMU Libraries, including selected recent award winners. Don’t forget, if you’re looking for something specific and we don’t […]

Posted May 10, 2024

JMU faculty, staff, and students can benefit from our digital subscription to “The Washington Post” through a campus license provided by JMU Libraries. What’s included? All of the news and opinion content, as well as the Post’s digital archive. You […]

Posted May 9, 2024

Please join us in celebrating the JMU Libraries faculty members and student employees who won JMU awards this year! Hermione DeWitt Hermione DeWitt was named JMU’s Student Employee of the Year. Hermione worked in the Libraries’ Makery for three years, […]