James Madison University

What are the security measures and safety resources available for students at James Madison University?

JMU maintains campus public-safety resources that include trained personnel on patrol and emergency communication measures. Reported campus features also include emergency telephone or alarm devices, electronically controlled residence-hall entrances, and a late-night transportation or escort option.

Students should learn how to receive university emergency alerts, report an immediate emergency, and request help with a nonemergency concern. JMU's published annual security report is the appropriate source for federally reported campus crime statistics and safety policies. Those statistics cover defined locations and reporting periods; they cannot by themselves describe every person's experience of safety. Students affected by sexual misconduct can seek reporting and support options through the university's designated offices, with confidentiality rules differing by resource.