JMU Strengthens Commitment to Handshake

Description

RICHMOND – James Madison University, with support from Growth4VA, announced its new approach to matching students with job and internship opportunities through a unique partnership with Handshake, the largest career community for students and recent college graduates. JMU will put critical career services in the hands of every JMU student – even before they step foot on campus. JMU, according to Handshake, is the first school in the country to take such a comprehensive approach. Read more here: https://www.jmu.edu/news/2020/01/28-handshake.shtml

Web Presence

https://www.jmu.edu/news/2020/01/28-handshake.shtml

Involvement

Involves Students, Involves Alums

Scope

JMU Campus Scope

Date

January, 2020

Frequency

Ongoing (Currently in existence, year round)

Existing Center/Institute/Program

yes

Engagement Attributes

JMU Specific

Type of Partner

Private Business; Colleges and Universities

Primary Focus of Program

Business and Industrial development; Community and Economic development

Community Partner Name

Handshake

Begin Date

1-2020

Areas of Engagement

Community Engagement, Engaged Learning

Format

Program, Department or Center

On/Off campus

On campus

Academic Level of Engagement

University