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Category: JMU Libraries News

We Deliver! Campus Mail and Scanning Services

Posted July 8, 2024

Get Books Delivered to a Campus Mailbox Did you know that you can have library books delivered directly to your campus mailbox if you are JMU faculty, staff, or a doctoral student? This service includes books and other items from JMU […]

We Provide Academic Software and Platforms to JMU

Posted June 18, 2024

JMU Libraries provides a variety of academic software to catalyze JMU’s university-wide research and teaching-and-learning enterprise. JMU Information Technology provides additional software and platforms to JMU. JMU Libraries provide varying levels of support for using the software listed below. In some cases, support is available only through the […]

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18 Ways We Can Help Advance Faculty Research

Posted June 17, 2024

JMU faculty members, if you are working on scholarship or research projects this summer, take a moment to check out the many resources we offer that can propel your research forward!  More Free Tools to Help with Your Research  We […]

A Unique Gem in the Future Carrier Library: The Grand Reading Room

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. […]

Interior rendering of the grand reading room in future Carrier Library with high ceilings, study tables, and lots of windows

Celebrating Pride Month

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 […]

New Event: Integrating Makerspace & Media Technologies into Your Courses

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, […]

Announcing Recipients: Summer Stipend for Transitioning to Open Educational Resources

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 […]

Summer Support for Faculty

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 […]

Faculty: Meet Your Professional Development Goals on Your Schedule

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 […]