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The College of Health and Behavioral Studies encourages the exploration of our personal, social and institutional wellbeing, recognizing how urgently the scholarship of today must inform the practices of tomorrow. The College of Health and Behavioral Studies at James Madison University academic units are Communication Sciences and Disorders, Health Sciences, Health Professions, Kinesiology, Nursin

g, Graduate Psychology, Undergraduate Psychology, Social Work, Institute for Innovation in Health and Human Services.

06/02/2026

He’s done it again! Click the link below to watch Dr. Sojib Zaman, assistant professor in the Department of Health Sciences, calm hantavirus anxieties and discuss other illnesses travelers should pay attention to this summer.
https://bit.ly/3RFnmyq

06/01/2026

We were excited to host our 4th Annual Occupational Therapy Program Career Conference in partnership with JMU’s UCC. Clinical partners and JMU OT students came together for panel discussions, resume workshops, and 1:1 mock interviews!

05/28/2026

Seniors in the Social Work major at CHBS spend their final semester in field placements with local agencies, developing professional skills that bridge classroom learning with hands-on experience.

Ella Wesolowski (’26) spent her semester at Gemeinschaft Home, a residential reentry and recovery program serving men across Virginia who have been involved in the justice system. There, she helped these individuals apply for jobs, connect with local resources in Harrisonburg, and planned a Community Day program that brought together current and former residents alongside community members.

Through the experience, Ella witnessed both the deep challenges these individuals face and the hope, healing, and restoration that are possible through compassion and meaningful relationships.

05/27/2026

Read about how CHBS celebrated the Class of 2026 at commencement! We’re so proud of our graduates as they begin careers or continue their education and make a difference in their communities.
https://bit.ly/49fM12A

05/26/2026

This month, social work seniors gathered for their awards ceremony and official send-off!

We are so proud to recognize these seniors and celebrate all the hard work they’ve put in over the years!

05/21/2026

Dr. Sojib Zaman, assistant professor in the Department of Health Sciences, is helping break down what people need to know about the recent hantavirus cases linked to a cruise ship visiting South America.

In this article, Zaman explains why experts don’t expect an epidemic, how the virus spreads and why public health funding and global cooperation matter now more than ever.

Read more about the science behind the headlines: http://bit.ly/4eYUpXT

05/19/2026

We wish we could highlight all of our seniors and celebrate their accomplishments, but today, we’re featuring three CHBS grads: Madi Donlon, Matthew Memoli and Missy Yenesew. Here are some advice and memories from our grads!

“Social Psychology with Professor Apple helped me engage more and really enjoy going to class.” – Madi Donlon, Psychology Major, Family Studies Minor

“My favorite class was HTH 320 with Dr. Sojib Zaman because he was the goat and was always eager to help our class!” – Matthew Memoli, Health Sciences Major

“Don't be afraid to do things that also make you happy and not just your friends"– Missy Yenesew, Health Service Administration Major, General Business Minor

From favorite classes to meaningful connections with professors, every CHBS journey looks a little different.

Congratulations to the Class of 2026!

05/18/2026

At CHBS we are always excited to celebrate the future of healthcare!

Congratulations to all the students recognized last week at the Health Sciences Student Awards Ceremony! Your dedication and hard work continue to inspire our community and shape the future of health and wellness.

05/14/2026

Meet Megan Cropper! She is a JMU Kinesiology major, pre-occupational therapy minor, and Morrison Bruce Center Research Fellow. As a research fellow, Meagan worked on analyzing student experiences and existing research to examine how internships and practicums in kinesiology impact professional skill development and career readiness.

05/13/2026

CHBS professors Raihan Khan (JMU Department of Health Sciences) and Hui Zhao (JMU School of Nursing), and Valley Scholars Director Joshua Montanez, partnered with JMU X-Labs this semester to teach ENVT 400, an Environmental Problem-Solving capstone course grounded in real-world community engagement. Students worked to explore complex environmental challenges affecting local and regional communities.

Last week, faculty and community stakeholders gathered at Lakeview Hall as students presented their final projects. Topics included improving data collection processes for Clean Virginia Waterways, evaluating water service line identification and outreach in the City of Harrisonburg, and developing watershed sustainability strategies connected to Jubilee Climate Farm.

Through interviews, research, prototyping, and testing, students moved beyond the classroom to develop practical recommendations for environmental and community challenges.

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235 Martin Luther King Way
Harrisonburg, VA
22807

Telephone

+15405688860

Website

http://chbs.jmu.edu/

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