James Madison University

Located in the heart of Harrisonburg, James Madison University was founded in 1908 as the State Normal and Industrial School for Women at Harrisonburg. Throughout the 20th century, the school gradually expanded, both in campus size and student body size. In 1938, the name was changed to Madison College, and it assumed its current name, James Madison University, in 1977.

Today, James Madison University boasts a vast campus that highlights what Harrisonburg is all about. The university now includes many different facilities which all provide valuable shared experiences for everyone in the local community.

Visitors to Harrisonburg can be sure to look forward to a football game at Bridgeforth Stadium, a play at the Forbes Center for the Performing Arts, or a casual stroll around the Edith J. Carrier Arboretum.