2026 JMU Transfer One Book

Weeks of Welcome COMPLETE BY

AUG. 24

Once in Harrisonburg you are expected to be participate in Weeks of Welcome which will allow you to take advantage of programs and entertainment designed to introduce you to the Madison culture. Familiarize yourself with JMU’s academic expectations and campus resources, reconnect with your OPA and meet other JMU students. Weeks of Welcome starts on Monday, August 24 and runs through mid-September. JMU BeInvolved Visit JMU’s official campus engagement platform, BeInvolved by visiting the

Explore downtown Harrisonburg and collect your Friendly City swag at Block Party in the ‘Burg.

website or downloading the app. You can explore over 400 student organizations. We want students to

have safe and healthy experiences as they get involved on campus. Among other programs offered, all new students are required to attend a program during Weeks of Welcome where you will learn how things like hazing or hazardous drinking can occur, and how to respond if it does. Starting in August, you can preview the full Weeks of Welcome schedule including our signature events: Transfer Welcome, UREC Fest, Student Org. Night, Pep Rally, Block Party in the ‘Burg and more!

Immerse yourself in JMU’s state-of-the-art fitness and wellness center at UREC Fest.

Embrace your Duke Dog spirit and learn athletic traditions at the Pep Rally.

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Discover ways to connect to new groups and clubs at Student Org. Night.

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