JMU Orientation and Transition

JMU Orientation and Transition We are delighted to be a part of your journey and your collegiate experience.

Whether this is your first college adventure, or you are joining the Madison community with some classes under your belt, we are here to partner with you and help you get off on the right foot.

Get to know Leadership Team OPA Malachi Drumgole! Malachi is a Public Administration major from Bowling Green, Virginia....
05/29/2026

Get to know Leadership Team OPA Malachi Drumgole! Malachi is a Public Administration major from Bowling Green, Virginia.

Dream Job Growing Up: President
Favorite Movie: Dreamgirls
When did you know JMU was right for you? When I took my picture in front of the Big Jimmy Statue [on East Campus], that solidified my choice after seeing the smile on his face. 😁

Get to know Leadership Team OPA Jack Semon! Jack is an Economics major from Virginia Beach, Virginia.Dream Job Growing U...
05/28/2026

Get to know Leadership Team OPA Jack Semon! Jack is an Economics major from Virginia Beach, Virginia.

Dream Job Growing Up: Firefighter
Favorite Place in Harrisonburg: Purcell Park - I get to set up my hammock or go for a nice walk! 🚶‍♂️
Favorite JMU Memory: Playfair at Bridgeforth Stadium during my Weeks of Welcome!

Get to know Leadership Team OPA Izzy Rhodes! Izzy is a Music Education major from Camp Hill, Pennsylvania.Dream Job Grow...
05/27/2026

Get to know Leadership Team OPA Izzy Rhodes! Izzy is a Music Education major from Camp Hill, Pennsylvania.

Dream Job Growing Up: Singer 🎶
Favorite Place in Harrisonburg: Clementines - Super fun vibes and they have lots of events!
Favorite JMU Memory: Being with my friends at football games singing Start Wearing Purple!

Get to know Leadership Team OPA Bella Caldwell! Bella is a Biology major from Santa Fe, New Mexico.Favorite Song - Penni...
05/26/2026

Get to know Leadership Team OPA Bella Caldwell! Bella is a Biology major from Santa Fe, New Mexico.

Favorite Song - Pennies from Heaven by Louis Prima
Favorite Movie - Rango
Favorite Place in Harrisonburg: The greenhouse in Bioscience [on East Campus] because it's so gorgeous and warm in the winter. 🌿

Get to know Leadership Team OPA Aliyah Naziri! Aliyah is a Chemistry major from Spotsylvania, Virginia.Dream Job Growing...
05/25/2026

Get to know Leadership Team OPA Aliyah Naziri! Aliyah is a Chemistry major from Spotsylvania, Virginia.

Dream Job Growing Up: Ballerina
Favorite Place in Harrisonburg: The Little Grill! It has the best breakfast and coffee!
When did you know JMU was right for you? When I came to campus, I instantly knew it was right as the views were beautiful and the students and staff were so nice! 💜

Happy Friday! Let's introduce you to our 2026 Orientation Peer Advisers or OPAs! 🌟Get to know Leadership Team OPA Addiso...
05/22/2026

Happy Friday! Let's introduce you to our 2026 Orientation Peer Advisers or OPAs! 🌟

Get to know Leadership Team OPA Addison Six! Addison is an Elementary Education major from Ashland, Virginia.

Favorite Song: Fearless by Taylor Swift
Favorite Place in Harrisonburg: UPARK; I love watching the sunsets!
When did you know JMU was right for you? When I walked onto campus and felt welcome by the community! Everyone was so nice and I've met my best friends here.

05/22/2026

This week on OPA Up Close, we’re highlighting L-Team member Bella Caldwell! 💜💛

Get to know OOA Laney Havens! Laney is a Chemistry major from Roanoke, Virginia. 🧪Dream Job Growing Up: Broadway Actress...
05/21/2026

Get to know OOA Laney Havens! Laney is a Chemistry major from Roanoke, Virginia. 🧪

Dream Job Growing Up: Broadway Actress
Favorite Movie: Coraline; I'm obsessed with the detail of stop motion animation!
Favorite JMU Memory: My best friend and I would lay in the sun on the hill by our residence hall or on the Quad with coffee.

Get to know OOA David Kinzer! David is a Psychology major from Culpeper, Virginia. Favorite Song: God Only Knows by The ...
05/20/2026

Get to know OOA David Kinzer! David is a Psychology major from Culpeper, Virginia.

Favorite Song: God Only Knows by The Beach Boys
Favorite JMU Memory: Going to the farmer's market on Saturdays over the summer!
Favorite Place in Harrisonburg: The Orientation & Transition Office; it's where my community is! 💜

05/20/2026

Hey new Dukes! 🤩 Learn more about campus offices that will help you during your transition to JMU in our Student Services series. Today, we’ll highlight JMU IT! 💻

Address

738 S Mason Street
Harrisonburg, VA
22807

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm

Telephone

+15405681787

Website

Alerts

Be the first to know and let us send you an email when JMU Orientation and Transition posts news and promotions. Your email address will not be used for any other purpose, and you can unsubscribe at any time.

Contact The University

Send a message to JMU Orientation and Transition:

Shortcuts

Share

Category