JMU to inaugurate President James C. Schmidt

HARRISONBURG, Va., April 02, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- James Madison University will formally welcome President James C. Schmidt’s new chapter of leadership as the seventh president of JMU during an April 8 installation ceremony. 

What: Installation ceremony  

When: Wednesday, April 8 at 2 p.m. 

Who: JMU President James C. Schmidt 

Where: Atlantic Union Bank Center 

Additional information: This formal ceremony signifies the official investiture of presidential authority and the beginning of Schmidt’s tenure. Rooted in tradition, the occasion honors the university’s mission, history, and shared commitment to leadership, service and academic excellence. The ceremony affirms JMU’s enduring values while celebrating a new chapter in the life of the university. 

Media members are also welcome to attend the All Dukes Welcome event on the Festival Lawn immediately following the installation ceremony.   

Parking: C12, D1, D2, D3 and R4 lots across from the Festival Conference and Student Center.  

Please RSVP no later than April 6 to Chad Saylor, saylorcx@jmu.edu. 

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Chad Saylor
James Madison University
saylorcx@jmu.edu

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