About James Madison University
Mission We are a community committed to preparing students to be educated and enlightened citizens who lead productive and meaningful lives.
Vision To be the national model for the engaged university: engaged with ideas and the world.
Who We Are Established in 1908, James Madison University is a comprehensive public institution offering undergraduate, masters and doctoral programs to more than 20,000 students. JMU is regarded as one of the finest regional universities in the nation and has been continuously cited in U.S. News and World Report, Changing Times and Money Magazine as an outstanding public university. Located in the heart of Virginia’s beautiful Shenandoah Valley, the city of Harrisonburg is approximately 120 miles from Washington, D.C. and Richmond, VA. Known for its livability, diversity, local food, arts and natural surroundings, this Virginia Main Street community is a great place to live and work.
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Jun 30, 2020
Part time
About James Madison University
Mission We are a community committed to preparing students to be educated and enlightened citizens who lead productive and meaningful lives.
Vision To be the national model for the engaged university: engaged with ideas and the world.
Who We Are Established in 1908, James Madison University is a comprehensive public institution offering undergraduate, masters and doctoral programs to more than 20,000 students. JMU is regarded as one of the finest regional universities in the nation and has been continuously cited in U.S. News and World Report, Changing Times and Money Magazine as an outstanding public university. Located in the heart of Virginia’s beautiful Shenandoah Valley, the city of Harrisonburg is approximately 120 miles from Washington, D.C. and Richmond, VA. Known for its livability, diversity, local food, arts and natural surroundings, this Virginia Main Street community is a great place to live and work.
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The Environmental Leadership Program is now accepting applications for the 2020 Pacific Regional Fellowship (California and Hawaii). The fellowship consists of a series of 3 immersive retreats exploring topics such as diversity and leading across difference, systems thinking, building an organizational culture of learning, strength-based leadership, network weaving and happiness.
The fellowship will be taking place using a hybrid format this year to combine virtual and in-person retreats based on the reopening of centers and updated health guidelines. To apply, please complete this short survey .
Testimonials from some of our 2020 participants:
"I am excited to witness the teachings experienced through ELP come alive in my work, with coworkers, project-based partnerships, and my personal inner journeys --- just, life in itself. Thank you endlessly for making this such a thoughtful, beautiful retreat while being virtual due to COVID-19 and giving us space to...
Jun 29, 2020
Graduate Assistant/Fellowship
The Environmental Leadership Program is now accepting applications for the 2020 Pacific Regional Fellowship (California and Hawaii). The fellowship consists of a series of 3 immersive retreats exploring topics such as diversity and leading across difference, systems thinking, building an organizational culture of learning, strength-based leadership, network weaving and happiness.
The fellowship will be taking place using a hybrid format this year to combine virtual and in-person retreats based on the reopening of centers and updated health guidelines. To apply, please complete this short survey .
Testimonials from some of our 2020 participants:
"I am excited to witness the teachings experienced through ELP come alive in my work, with coworkers, project-based partnerships, and my personal inner journeys --- just, life in itself. Thank you endlessly for making this such a thoughtful, beautiful retreat while being virtual due to COVID-19 and giving us space to...
What we offer: This online course offers a unique view into the realities of primatological field research through the eyes of our resident Primatologist and National Geographic Explorer Rebecca Smith. The course will provide your students with
An overview of the order primates
A broad understanding of primate behavior
An introduction to different field techniques (and how they can be applied to different studies)
Exposure to the process of designing a field project
A global perspective on different aspects of primate conservation
Course Design: The course consists of four modules, each taught through video lectures that can be worked through at the student’s own pace. Each module has a recommended reading list and will conclude with a short ‘home-work assignment’ to evaluate progress. The course's total duration is estimated to be 30 hours. Participants will be invited to join a one-on-one Skype session with the Rebecca Smith to discuss questions they have about...
Jun 04, 2020
Remote Office - Work from Home
What we offer: This online course offers a unique view into the realities of primatological field research through the eyes of our resident Primatologist and National Geographic Explorer Rebecca Smith. The course will provide your students with
An overview of the order primates
A broad understanding of primate behavior
An introduction to different field techniques (and how they can be applied to different studies)
Exposure to the process of designing a field project
A global perspective on different aspects of primate conservation
Course Design: The course consists of four modules, each taught through video lectures that can be worked through at the student’s own pace. Each module has a recommended reading list and will conclude with a short ‘home-work assignment’ to evaluate progress. The course's total duration is estimated to be 30 hours. Participants will be invited to join a one-on-one Skype session with the Rebecca Smith to discuss questions they have about...
