James Madison University Top Questions

A person who is not passionate about school spirit and supporting their school should not come to James Madison. James Madison is a family and a community in which everyone comes together and supports each other.

If you don't like walking around a lot, and up many hills, this is not the school for you. Also, you have to be very openminded and friendly to fit in here at James Madison.

people who don't like engaging with other people and the world

People who NEED an ethnically diverse student population in order to be happy. I did not realize how not diverse this school is until I got here. The university works really hard to appreciate and cultivate diversity but the truth is the school is full of primarily white females. It makes me sad sometimes because I came from a richly diverse high school. There is however, a lot of diversity in terms of thought, politics, religion, etc., just not a lot of ethnic/racial diversity.

Any person who thinks that only going to school to make money or keep their head down will never be able to take full advantage of what JMU has to offer them because if you are not willing to reach out, no one can catch you when you fall.

There is a place for all different personalities at James Madison University. However, the majority of the school is made up of outgoing and friendly people. If a person is not very friendly or lacks school spirit then they will most likely be turned off by the school.

Someone who is quiet and reserved, and plans on staying that way, should not attend JMU. Also, anyone who does not enjoy loud enthusiastic school spirit should not attend.

people who are introverted or people who don't like to be a part of a close knit society

Anyone can attend this school. There are different types of people here who somehow find a group of people that they fit in with.

Harrisonburg is a rural area, so someone who loves the city wouldn't really like it here. This is a very big campus, but at the same time our classes are usually on the smaller side, which gives a more intimate relationship with the teacher. Those who like working on their own and like a bigger class environment shouldn't attend this school.

you should not attend this school if you dont like the mountains. their are many hills throught the campus so so if you have no car you will be walking up and down steep hill all day.

I think someone who is afraid to meet new people and break out of their shell would not benefit from going to James Madison University. I would suggest that if crowds or new people intimidated a person then they should not go to college here.

It's hard to say what kind of studen shouldn't attend James Madison, because the community is filled with all different sorts of people. I truly do believe that anyone can find their place here at JMU, because there are so many opportunities available to students. The only thing you have to be ready for as a JMU student is the friendliness of the other students and the hills throughout campus. If you are not comfortable in a large school atmosphere, then this probably is not the unversity for you.

You should not attend this school if you do not like to work within a team environment or don't like thinking for yourself.

Honestly there is a place for anyone at James Madison. The people here are the friendliest, most tolerant people one will ever meet. Everyone?s very down to earth and go-with-the-flow. The only person who might not fit in is someone who is closed-minded to new adventures or meeting new people.

Someone who should not attend James Madison is someone who doesn't have the mindset to achieve greatness. A person that attends James Madison should be prepared to do work to attain high goals, such as getting good grades and becoming part of University by join clubs, sports, and many other activities offered here. They should be friendly and willing to be part of a large community that is willing to work together to make it a healthier, safer, helpful place.

I elieve no one should be discouraged from attending James Madison University This is a divese campus where everyone is welcome and everyone will fit in. However if you have a fear of squirrels be careful there is an abundance on campus.

A person who is lazy and has poor work ethic would not make it in this school, its not a matter of should they attend it or not. JMU is a school that strives for excellence and success is acheived by those who dedicate themselves to school and their work.

There is no one who would feel unwelcome here. This school is open-minded and has something for everyone. While there are many parties over the weekend, there are alternatives for people who do not wish to take part in such behaviors.

If you do not get alog with other people, I would advise not attending this school. There are many oprotunities to make friends and get to know people, so long as you are open and friendly.