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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 […]

Posted August 16, 2024

Each year, JMU faculty are invited to join the Design for Learning Institute—a learning community of JMU experts, peers, and mentors who will support you as you develop or redesign a course.   This year, we’re offering two new sections in this self-paced, […]

Posted August 16, 2024

Our Course Reserves service allows you to make it easier for multiple students to access high-demand library materials by limiting checkout times to 4 hours or 4 days. How do I limit checkout times? Please use this form to place materials on Course Reserve, […]

Posted August 16, 2024

Students, if you’re feeling worried about how to pay for textbooks this semester, you’re not alone! JMU Libraries offers several options to help students find affordable textbooks. We’ve created this list to share the ways we can help and additional […]

Posted August 14, 2024

Even though Carrier Library is closed until Fall 2026 for renovation and expansion, you still have access to all the usual library services in four locations and online! Here are our top 4 tips for how to use JMU Libraries […]

Posted August 12, 2024

This August, we’re offering new workshops to faculty — alongside some favorite workshops from last year. Choose a date below to learn more or sign up before these sessions fill up! Hybrid workshops held both on Zoom and in Rose […]

Posted August 8, 2024

Our website has a new look! After over a year of research, user testing, and development, we recently rolled out a new and improved JMU Libraries website design that prioritizes accessibility and user experience.  We’d love to hear what you think! You […]

Posted July 29, 2024

JMU Libraries seeks a Director of Research & Education Services (RES).  We are looking for a colleague who is constructive, curious, and excited to support a dynamic team. The Research and Education Services (RES) team, comprised of liaison librarians, provides information literacy leadership on campus.  This is a full-time, twelve-month, tenure-track […]

Posted July 24, 2024

As you gear up for the fall, remember that we are here to support your teaching and research. Here are 7 things we’re ready and eager to help you with:  Ready to get started? Request a consultation to get connected […]

Posted July 24, 2024

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. Look for free and accessible media: As you decide what readings, videos, and other media […]