Category: JMU Libraries News
5 Ways We Can Help JMU Faculty Prepare for Spring Semester
Posted January 5, 2023
As you gear up for spring, remember that we are here to support your research and teaching. Here are 5 things we’re eager to help you with: Originally posted on January 5, 2023; updated on February 6, 2024 to add […]
We Can Help Faculty with Video and Media Production
Posted January 3, 2023
JMU faculty and instructors, do you need videos for your spring classes? We can help you record videos or audio in our recording studio on the 5th floor of Rose Library or in the location of your choice! We also […]
Hours for Winter Session
Posted January 3, 2023
During winter session, operating hours for Rose and Carrier Library are Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm. When JMU closes for inclement weather, JMU Libraries facilities are also closed. If you plan to use library facilities or services during the winter session, please check […]
Virginia’s Public Academic Research Libraries Welcome White House Guidance to Make Taxpayer-Funded Research Freely Available Without Delay
Posted December 16, 2022
Virginia’s public academic research libraries at the University of Virginia, Virginia Tech, Virginia Commonwealth University, William and Mary, George Mason University, James Madison University, and Old Dominion University welcome guidance recently released by the White House Office of Science and […]
Webex Contract Ends in June
Posted December 8, 2022
JMU’s contract with Webex will end in June 2023. More details to come from JMU Information Technology (IT). If you currently use Webex, you are strongly encouraged to prepare now for this change. You can: Sign up for our virtual […]
Changes to Rose & Carrier Starting in January
Posted December 6, 2022
We’re excited for the Carrier Library renovation and expansion to begin in May 2023! You may see some changes in Carrier and Rose Libraries over the next few months. We are currently moving selected books, The Carrier Makery, and Equipment […]
Equipment Loans Moving to Rose Library
Posted December 6, 2022
Equipment Loans is the Libraries service that provides cameras, microphones, and other media production equipment for faculty, staff, and students to borrow. In preparation for the renovation and expansion of Carrier Library beginning in May 2023, Equipment Loans will move […]
Changes to The Makery Coming in January
Posted December 5, 2022
While the Makery location in Rose Library will continue to offer drop-in visits, workshops, and appointments throughout the renovation and expansion of Carrier Library, you will notice some changes in The Makery in Carrier Library as early as January. What’s […]
Feature Friday: Open for Interpretation
Posted December 2, 2022
Thirteen years ago, Diana Galarreta-Aima was adjusting to life in the United States and still learning English when the H1N1 swine flu pandemic hit. Then she got sick. When she arrived at the emergency room, she recalls, “I spoke English, […]
Open Office Hours for Teaching with Zoom or Canvas
Posted November 30, 2022
We’re offering virtual open office hours this January! Sign up for one and get personalized support to level up your Canvas or Zoom skills. Learn How to Use Canvas (Open Office Hours) New to Canvas or Canvas Studio? We can […]