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JMC program bridges the gap with Lansing students
January 16, 2025 - Jane Deacon
JMC senior Conner Holguin is helping other Lansing students discover their own path to higher education at MSU.
Student View: Building Hispanic community at MSU
January 13, 2025 - Elena Sweeney
Elena Sweeney is a JMC sophomore majoring in International Relations. She also serves as the vice president of Culturas de las Razas Unidas at MSU.
Alumnus remembered for mentorship and generosity
January 9, 2025 - Karessa Weir
Burton Gerber mentored and funded scholarships for JMC students interested in pursuing careers in international affairs and national security.
Dean's note: Our semester by the numbers
December 11, 2024
The individual contributions of faculty, staff and students are a testament to the vibrant spirit that defines JMC.
Nearly $20,000 raised for emergency fund
December 5, 2024
Alumni, faculty, staff and friends rallied behind our students, donating nearly 99% of our $20,000 Giving Tuesday goal.
Legacy of alum lives on in MSU Libraries' Special Collections
November 25, 2024 - Amelia Shugar
Keelung Hong and the late Stephen O. Murray, a Madison alumnus, received the 2024 Philanthropist of the Year Award from MSU.
Ask the Expert: The history of lame-duck presidents
November 14, 2024
Prof. Jordan Cash answers questions about what the history of lame-duck presidents can tell us about President Biden’s final actions
In Memoriam: Curtis Stokes, JMC professor emeritus
October 30, 2024
Professor Emeritus Curtis Stokes passed away on Oct. 28, 2024. Stokes dedicated 36 years of distinguished service to the college.
Alum honored with Board of Trustees’ Award
October 29, 2024
JMC alum Linus R. Kaechele (CCP '24) is the recipient of a Board of Trustees’ Award, recognizing high scholastic achievement.
MSU expert: What increased Middle East tensions could mean for the region and US
October 21, 2024 - Jack Harrison
This article part of Michigan State University’s “Ask the Experts: 2024 Election Issues” series.
Faculty Spotlight: Florencia Rojo
October 14, 2024
Florencia Rojo joined James Madison College this fall as an Assistant Professor of Social Relations and Policy.
Students explore federal careers during Biden-Harris admin visit
October 9, 2024
Rob Shriver, acting director of the Office of Personnel Management (OPM), visited James Madison College this week.
New skills series bolsters students' career readiness
September 18, 2024
James Madison College is rolling out a new three-part seminar series that will enhance students' career readiness.
JMC alumnus helping to build championship debate team
September 17, 2024 - Dan Olsen, Melanie Brender
Howard Akumiah’s transformative experience through the MSU Debate Team propelled his success after graduation in 2015. His focus now? Building a national championship team.
Ask the expert: What is Constitution Day?
September 16, 2024 - Jordan Cash, Ph.D.
Sept. 17 is Constitution Day. Jordan Cash, assistant professor of political theory and constitutional democracy, explains this holiday and its importance.
Dean's note: Opportunities for discourse
September 9, 2024
We are launching several new initiatives to gather feedback and promote meaningful dialogue across the college this year.
Events will honor legacy of Prof. Olcott
September 9, 2024
James Madison College is proud to announce events honoring Martha Brill Olcott, a pioneering scholar in Russian and Eurasian Studies.
Alumna Megan Threats named 2024-25 Murray Scholar
August 26, 2024 - Jane Deacon
JMC proudly welcomes alumna Megan Threats (PTCD, CCP ’11) as the 2024-25 Stephen O. Murray Scholar in Residence.
Dean's note: Resources and supports for Madison students
August 24, 2024
Welcome to campus, both new and returning Madison students! Learn more about resources available to you this year.
Madisonians named 2024 Fulbright recipients
August 23, 2024 - Beth Brauer
Three James Madison College alumni were offered Fulbright U.S. Student Program grants for the 2024-2025 academic year.
Madison students celebrated in annual paper contest
August 2, 2024 - Jane Deacon
Three Madison students received awards celebrating their writing in public and international affairs.
Mentorship program connects students with peer supports
August 2, 2024 - Jane Deacon
James Madison College’s First-Year Mentoring Program will pair incoming students with upper-level peer mentors within the college.