Category: JMU Libraries News
Top 7 Collaborations Between JMU Faculty and The Makery
Posted August 27, 2024
You probably know The Makery—the makerspace in Rose Library that offers workshops and multimedia software and equipment to JMU students, faculty, and staff. Maybe you’ve attended a workshop or stopped by to use the sewing machines, laser cutters, electronics workbench, […]
New Book Display: Americans Who Tell the Truth
Posted August 26, 2024
Visit our new Americans Who Tell the Truth Book Display online or in Rose Library. Portraits from acclaimed artist Robert Shetterly’s Americans Who Tell the Truth series are being showcased at JMU and Massanutten Regional Library this fall, and we are honored to co-sponsor and celebrate […]
Get Creative This Fall in The Makery
Posted August 26, 2024
Create, tinker, craft, invent, and discover new skills in our makerspace. Check out these free and fun workshops for students, staff, and faculty, offered by The Makery. Our knowledgeable and helpful staff are here to help you with academic and personal projects to […]
Get Scanned Articles and Chapters Delivered to Your Inbox
Posted August 24, 2024
If you thought you needed to be on campus to access physical items in the JMU Libraries collection, we have good news! You can request scanned/digital copies of articles and book chapters to be sent to you via email! How […]
Designing an Accessible Syllabus for Inclusive Learning: A Workshop for JMU Faculty & Staff
Posted August 23, 2024
Access to your class syllabus is vital for the success of an ever-evolving diverse population of JMU students. Join our new workshop for JMU faculty and staff to explore the multiple paths of representation for an inclusive and accessible syllabus […]
Get Started Using Open Textbooks: Self-Paced Workshop for JMU Faculty ($200 Stipend)
Posted August 20, 2024
Textbooks can be expensive. Open textbooks can help alleviate the burden of textbook costs for students. They also allow you to tailor course materials to achieve specific learning outcomes. Apply by October 4 to join the Fall 2024 edition of […]
Reception for Two New Exhibits in the Music Library: Sat 9/21 at 4pm
Posted August 20, 2024
Join us for a reception to open a new double-feature exhibit in the JMU Music Library! “Beyond the Fourth Wall” is a three-dimensional art exhibit featuring the artwork of JMU student Karis Buchanan. The exhibit focuses on applying the theatrical concept of the fourth wall to […]
What New Faculty Need to Know About JMU Libraries
Posted August 19, 2024
We want to welcome all new faculty members to JMU! We’re so glad you’re here. Top 5 things JMU Libraries can do to help you succeed at JMU Stay up to date You should soon begin receiving our weekly email […]
Carrier Library on Schedule to Reopen for Fall 2026
Posted August 19, 2024
Fall semester 2026 is the planned grand reopening date for the renovated and expanded Carrier Library. We’re so excited to welcome everyone back in two years! Whether you are looking forward to the sweeping views from the grand reading room or […]
Call for Proposals: Open and Affordable Community Forum
Posted August 16, 2024
Do you want to connect with others across the Commonwealth of Virginia to explore topics of open and affordable higher education? You’re invited! The Open and Affordable Community Forum covers existing and emerging issues in open education, open pedagogy, and open educational […]
