June 2017 Stories
Table of Contents

Madison

Engaged with the World

Finding her brave

Jennifer Marshall (’01) transformed her battle with mental illness into triumph and, in doing so, galvanized a movement.
Engaged Learning

A meaningful engagement

Claudia Salvador (’15M), Madeleine Ross (’16) and Xavia Gary (’15) say a new postgraduate fellowship program has helped them grow personally and professionally.
Engaged with Ideas

Professor’s second book gets down to earth

After raising awareness in his first book about light pollution and how it’s clouding our view of the nighttime sky, English professor Paul Bogard has shifted his attention 180 degrees to the ground beneath our feet.

Benson’s legacy reflected in JMU’s soaring reputation

In a video interview, the retiring administrator reflects upon his passion for teaching, the role of the provost, his favorite spot on campus and his signature bow tie collection.
JMU Nation

Record-setting season

The women’s lacrosse team broke its own conference marks for goals and points in a season en route to another CAA crown and a first-round win in the NCAA tournament.
Engaged with the World

Finding her brave

Jennifer Marshall (’01) transformed her battle with mental illness into triumph and, in doing so, galvanized a movement.
Engaged Learning

A meaningful engagement

Claudia Salvador (’15M), Madeleine Ross (’16) and Xavia Gary (’15) say a new postgraduate fellowship program has helped them grow personally and professionally.
Engaged with Ideas

Professor’s second book gets down to earth

After raising awareness in his first book about light pollution and how it’s clouding our view of the nighttime sky, English professor Paul Bogard has shifted his attention 180 degrees to the ground beneath our feet.

Benson’s legacy reflected in JMU’s soaring reputation

In a video interview, the retiring administrator reflects upon his passion for teaching, the role of the provost, his favorite spot on campus and his signature bow tie collection.
JMU Nation

Record-setting season

The women’s lacrosse team broke its own conference marks for goals and points in a season en route to another CAA crown and a first-round win in the NCAA tournament.