Academic Mentors

Good morning, Ashby!!!

As we begin a new semester, I wanted to let you know about a resource here on campus if you were unhappy with the way your grades turned out for last semester. The FYI Center in Residence Life offers Academic Mentoring for students at JMU.

Academic Mentors are experienced JMU students who have received training and information about setting academic goals, time management, note taking, exam preparation and other important skills. If you participate in the program, you will be matched with an academic mentor. Throughout the course of the Spring semester, they will conduct several small group and individual meetings to help you plan your strategies for academic success.

If you are interested in getting an academic mentor, just contact the FYI staff at 540-568-4713 and sign up for the program!

Until next time...

Katie, Ashby Hall Director

MLK Jr. Celebration

Good morning, Ashby!

I hope you all had a great first day of classes yesterday.

As some of you may be aware, Monday is the American day of recognition for Martin Luther King, Jr. As a result, there will be no classes on Monday. However, there are some events that will be happening on campus in the coming days that I would like to encourage many of you to attend. This is an excellent opportunity to learn more about MLK, Jr. and to celebrate his life and legacy. Click here to see a calendar of all the events taking place on campus.

Two of the major events are:

1. March and Speak Out, Thursday January 14 at 4 PM

Meet for this event at the James Madison statue near Varner House and Hoffman Hall.

2. MLK Formal Program, Monday January 18 at 7 PM

This event will take place in Wilson Hall and will include a keynote address from Reverend James Lawson. Check out the video below to learn more about the Reverend.

Until next time...

Katie, Ashby Hall Director

Welcome Back!

Good morning, Ashby Hall!!!

Welcome Back! Ashby has been empty without each of you and I'm so glad you're all back! I hope you got lots of rest, plenty of time to see friends and family, and are ready for another great semester! Best of luck at your first day of classes this semester!

A few quick announcements and then you'll be on your way:

1. Welcome to 3 new residents here in Ashby! Welcome Almas, Chao, and Ryan! I hope you all will see them around the hall and give them your welcome!

2. Starting on Sundays we will have the Sunday Sugar Surprise Social. On Sunday evenings at 8 PM you can meet me downstairs in the TV lounge for that week's sugar surprise (cookie, brownie, etc.) and some social time with each other! I look forward to that time together each week.

3. Check out the new bulletin board in the basement. There are still a few days left to apply to be an RA- all the info you need is there!

Until next time...

Katie, Ashby Hall Director