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Dean's Notes

Support JMC students this Giving Tuesday

NOV. 25, 2024 - DEAN CAMERON THIES

JMC Dean Cameron Thies shares information on the college's Emergency Scholarship Fund in advance of Giving Tuesday (Dec. 3, 2024).

Opportunities for discourse

SEPT. 9, 2024 - DEAN CAMERON THIES

JMC Dean Cameron Thies shares new initiatives to gather feedback and promote meaningful dialogue across the college.

Resources and supports for Madison students

AUG. 24, 2024 - DEAN CAMERON THIES

JMC Dean Cameron Thies shares information about new and enhanced support services to help Madison students thrive this year. 

Letter to the JMC community

APRIL 17, 2024 - DEAN CAMERON THIES

Dean Thies shares follow-up message to students, faculty and staff after the spring community forum.

Letter to the JMC community

APRIL 5, 2024 - DEAN CAMERON THIES

Dean Thies addresses the JMC community in a letter inviting students, faculty and staff to a public forum.

Dean's Note: And that's a wrap

DEC. 21, 2023 - ASSOC. DEAN LINDA RACIOPPI

 It’s been wonderful to experience the energy of the Madison community as we resumed most activities and events that we had missed the last few years.

Dean's Note: A very full fall semester

SEPT. 30, 2023 -ASSOC. DEAN LINDA RACIOPPI

The college has launched the Equitable Development Collaboratory, which seeks to provide applied skills and co-curricular enrichment activities to aid those interested in pursuing careers in international or local development.

A note from Assistant Dean Jeff Judge

APRIL 28, 2023 - JEFF JUDGE

With April wrapping up, it’s a busy time in James Madison College! Spring is here, and graduation is only one week away! Congratulations is in order — not only to the graduates, but to each one of you for making it to the end of a most challenging semester.

DEI in action: A year in review

APRIL 7, 2023 - BRIAN JOHNSON, PH.D.

It is an exciting time to major in public affairs. One of the most rewarding parts of my job is the ability to provide opportunities for students to learn about public affairs through speaking to and meeting a variety of individuals, many of whom are James Madison and/or Michigan State alumni.

Dean's Letter to JMC Community

FEBRUARY 14, 2023 - CAMERON G. THIES

Please know there are resources available, and I encourage anyone needing to speak to a professional to do so. The Hannah Community Center (819 Abbot Road) has counselors available. Free and confidential crisis counseling also is available. Students: Call (517) 355-8270. Press “1” at the prompt. For Community Mental Health, dial (517) 346-8460. I will share more resources as I learn of them. 

DEI in action: Jason Mott’s ‘Hell of a Book’ continues to be timely, unfortunately

FEBRUARY 9, 2023 - BRIAN JOHNSON, PH.D.

On Feb. 22, JMC will host its inaugural Black History Month Symposium. Jason Mott will serve as the keynote speaker. The book discussion will occur from 6:30-7:45 p.m. in the Kellogg Center Auditorium, with a book signing immediately following.

DEI in action: Assistant Dean Johnson's yearly update

OCTOBER 28, 2022 - BRIAN JOHNSON, PH.D.

As I near completion of my first year at James Madison College, I am amazed at how quickly the year has come to a close.

Dean's note: Feels like fall

SEPTEMBER 28, 2022 - CAMERON G. THIES

We went from summer weather to the fall season with barely a moment’s notice. Although it is a bit jarring for me still when I step outside, I suspect the chill in the air won’t slow us down. Campus is full of activity and Case Hall is no exception.

Dean's note: Saying goodbye to summer

AUGUST 23, 2022 - CAMERON G. THIES

It is hard to believe the summer is coming to an end. Even though many in the college work in Case Hall all summer long, there’s a distinctly summer feeling that befalls campus. For the most part, it’s a lot quieter and most people will agree the available parking increases tenfold.

DEI in action: Welcoming 21 students to the inaugural bridge program

JULY 21, 2022 - BRIAN JOHNSON, PH.D.

During the week of August 24-30, James Madison College will welcome its first cohort of students into a new bridge program. The program is possible due to a gift from a JMC alumnus and donor.