Love Your Melon Campus Crew

James Madison University has over three hundred clubs and organizations for students to get involved in. From the 3D printing club to the Dancing Dukes - there is never a shortage of ways to get involved. While many clubs and organizations have philanthropies that they donate to, Love Your Melon is solely focused on raising …

JMU Secret Society IN8 Recognizes Altruistic Students

Campus was abuzz with whispers among students who noticed eight letters with candles displayed on the Wilson hall steps this morning. Word quickly spread that the equivocal IN8 Reticent Order had recognized its eight outstanding students for the semester. If you're not sure what IN8 is or does, you're part of the majority. IN8 is …

JMU Benefit Concert for Victims of Recent Natural Disasters

The natural disasters the world has recently experienced, including Hurricanes Harvey and Irma, have left many students wanting to help, but not knowing where to begin. Student leaders involved with eleven of JMU's student organizations came together and jumped into action in order to have a direct hand in the relief effort—and you can be …

Dear #JMU21,

Dear JMU21, JMU offers some amazing experiences on campus including clubs and organizations, interesting majors, sports, and the list goes on and on. Did you ever want to know how JMU could help you with some awesome experiences away from its beautiful campus? If so, look no further than JMU’s study abroad programs. As a …

JMU SafeRides Celebrates 10th Anniversary

To date, the JMU SafeRides student organization has given more than 81,000 free rides to students on weekends during the school year. In celebration of their 10-year anniversary, they created this fantastic video. We had to share! Thank you, JMU SafeRides, for making our roads in Harrisonburg safer and donating your time every weekend! We would like to …

The Daily Duke’s Outrigger’s Experience

A few weeks ago, the Daily Duke teams partook in a team bonding experience held by JMU's very own Outrigger Peer Educators. We spoke with their program assistant, Kimmy Ewen, in addition to experiencing their program so we have the full 411 on what a great organization this is! Now, before I go into what a great time …

Missed Student Org Night? No Worries!

This past Friday, the Office of Student Activities and Involvement held this semester's Student Org Night. Student Org Night is a wonderful event that provides students with information about the different clubs and organizations that JMU offers. There were over 300 organizations in attendance! Student Org Night took place on the UREC upper turf. The clubs were organized by categories such as recreation, greek life, professional, …

Getting Involved: Why It Matters

As a senior at JMU, I’m already starting to reflect on my college experience. I've just recently realized that what has really made my college experience remarkable is getting involved. At first, you might think that there’s not much to be gained from joining a club or organization. But, with Student Org Night coming up this Friday, …

Be Involved Student Org Night Recap

As many of you know Student Org Night was canceled on Sept. 4 due to sudden stormy weather. While it was rescheduled for Sept. 8, you may have found out late if you're not following their Facebook. In case you weren't able to be present, there is good news! JMU Student Activities & Involvement has …