Dr. Jim McConnel has made a lasting impact on Student Affairs at James Madison University, by actively demonstrating how meaningful living out our central values can be to our community.  

This award is presented to an individual or group who, like its namesake, demonstrates a strong and lasting commitment to the central values of Student Affairs: focusing on students, leading courageously, transcending boundaries, creating belonging, advancing diversity, equity and inclusion, embracing innovation and change, and honoring and valuing our staff.  

Self-nominations for groups deserving of this recognition are allowed. 

After hitting Start below, please provide a detailed account of how the nominated individual or group has embodied the values of JMU Student Affairs.