JMU Adult Degree Program

05/19/2026

Congratulations, Adult Degree Program graduates! 🎓💜

We were honored to celebrate the Class of 2026 alongside your families, friends, faculty, and supporters at this year’s commencement luncheon, complete with a special appearance from Duke Dog! As we mark 50 years of the James Madison University Adult Degree Program, we’re especially proud to recognize the resilience, dedication, and achievements of this incredible class.

Welcome to the Alumni family! ✨

05/13/2026

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05/13/2026

From campus tours to D Hall lunches and lots of purple pride 💜✨

ADP Connect Day was such a special way to celebrate 50 years of the Adult Degree Program with our amazing students and families. Thank you to everyone who joined us for a day of connection, community, and unforgettable memories at JMU 🐾📸

Learn more about the Adult Degree Program today: https://www.jmu.edu/pce/programs/all/adultdegree/index.shtml

03/26/2026

IT’S JMU GIVING DAY!! 💜🎉

For 50 years, JMU’s Adult Degree Program has helped Dukes come back stronger, finish what they started, and earn the degree they deserve. Today, you can be part of that story.

Your gift fuels scholarships, advising, and the support that helps adult learners cross the finish line. And right now, your impact can go even further — help us unlock the $5,000 Challenge Gift from an anonymous donor! We need more than 25 donations to access these additional funds, and we’re halfway there!

Let’s show up BIG for Dukes who never gave up. Give today! https://give.jmu.edu/schools/JamesMadisonUniversity/giving-day-2026/pages/colleges-schools-libraries/spce?campaign_view=true&fbclid=IwdGRjcAQybhpleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZAo2NjI4NTY4Mzc5AAEepwcQdk0sljOJ7Lp5r3UQaSqmfODwkcbwYMLX5AhXzOKMzkTr_W_mfHI4KBI_aem_JuSzVsOSZH9-HLLDJaEJ8A

03/26/2026

03/18/2026

Meet Kayla Corey, Program Coordinator for the Adult Degree Program! As ADP celebrates 50 years, we’re highlighting the people who make this community so special. Kayla shares what excites her most about supporting students, what she hopes students gain from their experience, and a fun fact about herself. ✨

Q: What’s one fun or interesting fact about you that people might not know?
A: Last year, I led puppy yoga for the RHSPCA.

Q: What do you hope students feel or gain from their experience with ADP?
A: Satisfaction and pride in taking that step, completing their journey, and reaching their goals. I also hope they feel a sense of belonging, knowing there are many other non-traditional students out there.

Q: What excites you most about the work ADP does?
A: Being able to help students reach their goals and complete their degree. Helping them cross that finish line and walk across the stage.

Q: What do you hope to contribute to the ADP team in your role?
A: A different perspective. I hope to work hard behind the scenes so things run smoothly and the team can focus on students instead of the little things.

03/12/2026

Meet Heather Miller, Academic Advisor for the Adult Degree Program!

As ADP celebrates 50 years, we’re highlighting the people who make this community so special. Heather shares what she enjoys most about working with ADP students, what excites her about this milestone year, and a fun fact about how she relaxes. ✨

Q: What have you enjoyed most so far about working with ADP students or the ADP community?
A: Hearing each student’s personal story of how they arrived at this moment with ADP and working collaboratively to help them reach their academic and career goals.

Q: What are you most excited about as ADP celebrates its 50th anniversary?
A: Learning more about the history and accomplishments of the program over time.

Q: What’s one fun or interesting fact about you that people might not know?
A: I like to watch QVC and HSN to relax. It’s fascinating how hosts can describe one item in so many ways for so long and make everything sound like the absolute best product. Even though I watch regularly, I’ve never actually bought anything!

Q: What do you hope students feel or gain from their experience with ADP?
A: A sense of accomplishment and a sense of belonging.

Q: What excites you most about the work ADP does?
A: The student outcomes!

Q: What do you hope to contribute to the ADP team in your role?
A: I hope to be a great resource and cheerleader for our students.

03/06/2026

Meet Virginia Trovato, our Adult Degree Program Academic Advisor! As ADP celebrates 50 years, we’re highlighting the people who help make this community so special. Virginia shares what she loves most about working with ADP students, what excites her about this milestone year, and a fun fact about herself. ✨

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Q: What have you enjoyed most so far about working with ADP students or the ADP community?
A: I’ve had the opportunity to work directly with ADP students over the past five years, and I love learning their personal stories and the variety of skills, interests, and backgrounds they bring to our program.

Q: What are you most excited about as ADP celebrates its 50th anniversary?
A: I’m excited about reconnecting with our alumni and former faculty and staff members.

Q: What’s one fun or interesting fact about you that people might not know?
A: I love trying new foods. During the ADP study abroad program, I got to try mett, a German raw pork dish, and żurek, a fermented Polish soup.

Q: What do you hope students feel or gain from their experience with ADP?
A: I hope our students gain curiosity and a love of learning.

Q: What excites you most about the work ADP does?
A: I love seeing students and their families celebrating at graduation.

Q: What do you hope to contribute to the ADP team in your role?
A: I hope to provide timely and helpful academic advice to all students and help them connect with the JMU community.

02/17/2026

50 years of determination, resilience, and Dukes who proved it’s never too late. 💜

Since 1976, JMU’s Adult Degree Program has helped adults finish what they started and earn the degree they deserve. This Giving Day, your support fuels advising, scholarships, and the student success services that make it all possible.

JMU Giving Day is March 26. Let’s celebrate 50 years by investing in the next 50. Honor the past, power the future.

01/06/2026

New year, new goals! ✨

If finishing your degree has been on your mind, this is your sign to start now. You’re not alone and you don’t have to figure it out by yourself. Our Adult Degree Program is built for busy adults who want flexibility, support, and a clear path to graduation.

Explore your options and take the next step today! https://www.jmu.edu/pce/programs/all/adultdegree/index.shtml