Center for Valley and Regional Studies

Contact Information

Dr. Gabrielle M. Lanier or JMU Department of History

Contact Details

laniergm@jmu.edu or history@jmu.edu

Description

The Center for Valley and Regional Studies at JMU focuses on the research, interpretation and public presentation of Shenandoah Valley and regional history and culture. Housed in the Department of History, the center is presently a cooperative effort between the Departments of History and Sociology/Anthropology at JMU. The Center integrates research, teaching and public service by undertaking scholarly research projects relating to the Shenandoah Valley and surrounding region, providing multi- and interdisciplinary research and learning opportunities for students and disseminating the results of its research through public programs.

Web Presence

http://www.jmu.edu/history/programs/public-valley.shtml

Involvement

Involves Faculty, Involves Staff, Involves Students, Involves Participants External to JMU

Date

Ongoing

Frequency

Ongoing (Currently in existence, year round)

Primary Focus of Program

Cultural Institutions and Programs

Areas of Engagement

Community Engagement, Engaged Learning

Format

Research, Department or Center