James Madison University is a public research university located in Harrisonburg, Virginia. Founded in 1908, it was renamed in 1938 to honor James Madison, the fourth President of the United States. Originally established as a normal school for teacher education, it has since evolved into a comprehensive university situated in the scenic Shenandoah Valley.
The university is notable for its academic growth from a teachers' college to a broad-based institution offering a wide range of undergraduate and graduate programs. It holds significance as a public educational and research hub in the region, contributing to both local and academic communities.
Recently, James Madison University has been prominent in collegiate sports news due to the strong performance of its athletic teams, known as the Dukes. The university's teams have been actively competing in conference tournaments and matches, with recent headlines highlighting their advancement to semifinals in the Sun Belt Conference and notable games against other universities. These athletic achievements have brought increased attention to the institution.
Latest related news
- Dukes Gear Up for Showdown With Virginia Tech - James Madison University Athletics 2025-11-23 00:36 · James Madison University Athletics
- Dukes to Sun Belt Semifinals - James Madison University Athletics 2025-11-22 21:51 · James Madison University Athletics
- Nhial’s School-Record 16 Blocks Power Dukes to Sun Belt Semifinals - James Madison University Athletics 2025-11-22 11:22 · James Madison University Athletics
- Volleyball Falls to James Madison in Quarterfinals - Troy University Athletics 2025-11-22 10:33 · Troy University Athletics
- Pair of Wins and Top-10 Times Highlight Day Two for Dukes - James Madison University Athletics 2025-11-22 10:23 · James Madison University Athletics
- JMU completes 18th annual fall food drive, providing hundreds of meals - WHSV 2025-11-22 08:11 · WHSV
- President Jim gets to know Richmond~area Dukes - James Madison University 2025-11-22 05:00 · James Madison University
- What They're Saying: Game #11 vs. Washington State - James Madison University Athletics 2025-11-21 23:56 · James Madison University Athletics
- Dukes Close Out First Day at Navy Invitational - James Madison University Athletics 2025-11-21 10:20 · James Madison University Athletics
- JMU Athletics Mourns Passing of Coach Bob Vanderwarker - James Madison University Athletics 2025-11-21 00:48 · James Madison University Athletics