Opportunities From: James Madison University Community Engagement & Volunteer Center

Move-In Weekend is one of the most exciting and meaningful traditions at James Madison University as we welcome incoming students and their families to campus. We are seeking faculty and staff volunteers to serve as Move-In Registration Volunteers during Move-In Weekend, August 21–23, 2026.

Move-In Registration Volunteers play an important role in helping coordinate volunteer teams and ensuring a smooth and welcoming experience for students and families.

Responsibilities
• Welcome and check in volunteer organizations as they arrive for their assigned shifts
• Assist with volunteer registration and attendance tracking
• Maintain communication with the Move-In leadership team to troubleshoot questions or concerns as needed
• Help direct volunteers to the appropriate locations and support smooth shift transitions
• Support a positive and welcoming atmosphere for students, families, and volunteers

Shift Locations and Times

The locations cover: Bluestone Area, Hillside Area, Skyline Area, Village Area, Lake Area, Treehouses. 

Volunteers may sign up for one or both daily shifts:
• Morning Shift Check-In: 7:30 - 9:00 AM
• Afternoon Shift Check-In: 11:45 AM - 1:15 PM

The locations cover: Bluestone Area, Hillside Area, Skyline Area, Village Area, Lake Area, Treehouses. 

Please note that Move-In Registration Volunteers will not be responsible for lifting or moving luggage or personal belongings.

Training & Support
No prior Move-In experience is required. All volunteers will participate in a briefing/training meeting prior to Move-In Weekend to review expectations, communication processes, and logistics.

Your support helps create a memorable first impression for our newest Dukes, and we are grateful for your willingness to serve. For questions, contact DaNae Peterson, petersda@jmu.edu.

Move-In Weekend is one of the most exciting and meaningful traditions at James Madison University as we welcome incoming students and their families to campus. We are seeking faculty and staff volunteers to serve as Move-In Registration Volunteers during Move-In Weekend, August 21–23, 2026.

Move-In Registration Volunteers play an important role in helping coordinate volunteer teams and ensuring a smooth and welcoming experience for students and families.

Responsibilities
• Welcome and check in volunteer organizations as they arrive for their assigned shifts
• Assist with volunteer registration and attendance tracking
• Maintain communication with the Move-In leadership team to troubleshoot questions or concerns as needed
• Help direct volunteers to the appropriate locations and support smooth shift transitions
• Support a positive and welcoming atmosphere for students, families, and volunteers

Shift Locations and Times

The locations cover: Bluestone Area, Hillside Area, Skyline Area, Village Area, Lake Area, Treehouses. 

Volunteers may sign up for one or both daily shifts:
• Morning Shift Check-In: 7:30 - 9:00 AM
• Afternoon Shift Check-In: 11:45 AM - 1:15 PM

The locations cover: Bluestone Area, Hillside Area, Skyline Area, Village Area, Lake Area, Treehouses. 

Please note that Move-In Registration Volunteers will not be responsible for lifting or moving luggage or personal belongings.

Training & Support
No prior Move-In experience is required. All volunteers will participate in a briefing/training meeting prior to Move-In Weekend to review expectations, communication processes, and logistics.

Your support helps create a memorable first impression for our newest Dukes, and we are grateful for your willingness to serve. For questions, contact DaNae Peterson, petersda@jmu.edu.

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Move-In Weekend is one of JMU’s most important campus-wide experiences, welcoming incoming students and their families as they begin their journey as Dukes. More than assisting with unloading vehicles and transporting belongings, Move-In creates the first impression of the JMU community and culture.

Volunteers play a vital role in helping students feel welcomed, supported, and connected from the moment they arrive on campus. Through service, school pride, and meaningful interaction, student organizations, faculty, staff, and campus partners help model the spirit of belonging and community that defines the JMU experience.

We invite your student or community organization to participate by selecting a move-in location and volunteer shift during Move-In Weekend. Available shift times are 8:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. and 12:30 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. Organizations are welcome to sign up for more than one shift if capacity allows. Volunteers are expected to serve for the full duration of their selected shift. Organizations with larger memberships are encouraged to divide volunteers across multiple locations to maximize support throughout campus.

Please select your preferred area and indicate the number of volunteers your organization plans to provide for that location.

For questions, please contact DaNae Peterson at petersda@jmu.edu

Move-In Weekend is one of JMU’s most important campus-wide experiences, welcoming incoming students and their families as they begin their journey as Dukes. More than assisting with unloading vehicles and transporting belongings, Move-In creates the first impression of the JMU community and culture.

Volunteers play a vital role in helping students feel welcomed, supported, and connected from the moment they arrive on campus. Through service, school pride, and meaningful interaction, student organizations, faculty, staff, and campus partners help model the spirit of belonging and community that defines the JMU experience.

We invite your student or community organization to participate by selecting a move-in location and volunteer shift during Move-In Weekend. Available shift times are 8:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. and 12:30 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. Organizations are welcome to sign up for more than one shift if capacity allows. Volunteers are expected to serve for the full duration of their selected shift. Organizations with larger memberships are encouraged to divide volunteers across multiple locations to maximize support throughout campus.

Please select your preferred area and indicate the number of volunteers your organization plans to provide for that location.

For questions, please contact DaNae Peterson at petersda@jmu.edu

Move-In Weekend is one of JMU’s most important campus-wide experiences, welcoming incoming students and their families as they begin their journey as Dukes. More than assisting with unloading vehicles and transporting belongings, Move-In creates the first impression of the JMU community and culture.

Volunteers play a vital role in helping students feel welcomed, supported, and connected from the moment they arrive on campus. Through service, school pride, and meaningful interaction, student organizations, faculty, staff, and campus partners help model the spirit of belonging and community that defines the JMU experience.

We invite your student or community organization to participate by selecting a move-in location and volunteer shift during Move-In Weekend. Available shift times are 8:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. and 12:30 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. Organizations are welcome to sign up for more than one shift if capacity allows. Volunteers are expected to serve for the full duration of their selected shift. Organizations with larger memberships are encouraged to divide volunteers across multiple locations to maximize support throughout campus.

Please select your preferred area and indicate the number of volunteers your organization plans to provide for that location.

For questions, please contact DaNae Peterson at petersda@jmu.edu

We invite your student or community organization to participate by selecting a move-in location and volunteer shift during Move-In Weekend. Available shift times are 8:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. and 12:30 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. Organizations are welcome to sign up for more than one shift if capacity allows. Volunteers are expected to serve for the full duration of their selected shift. Organizations with larger memberships are encouraged to divide volunteers across multiple locations to maximize support throughout campus.

Please select your preferred area and indicate the number of volunteers your organization plans to provide for that location.

For questions, please contact DaNae Peterson at petersda@jmu.edu

Move-In Weekend is one of JMU’s most important campus-wide experiences, welcoming incoming students and their families as they begin their journey as Dukes. More than assisting with unloading vehicles and transporting belongings, Move-In creates the first impression of the JMU community and culture.

Volunteers play a vital role in helping students feel welcomed, supported, and connected from the moment they arrive on campus. Through service, school pride, and meaningful interaction, student organizations, faculty, staff, and campus partners help model the spirit of belonging and community that defines the JMU experience.

We invite your student or community organization to participate by selecting a move-in location and volunteer shift during Move-In Weekend. Available shift times are 8:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. and 12:30 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. Organizations are welcome to sign up for more than one shift if capacity allows. Volunteers are expected to serve for the full duration of their selected shift. Organizations with larger memberships are encouraged to divide volunteers across multiple locations to maximize support throughout campus.

Please select your preferred area and indicate the number of volunteers your organization plans to provide for that location.

For questions, please contact DaNae Peterson at petersda@jmu.edu

Move-In Weekend is one of JMU’s most important campus-wide experiences, welcoming incoming students and their families as they begin their journey as Dukes. More than assisting with unloading vehicles and transporting belongings, Move-In creates the first impression of the JMU community and culture.

Volunteers play a vital role in helping students feel welcomed, supported, and connected from the moment they arrive on campus. Through service, school pride, and meaningful interaction, student organizations, faculty, staff, and campus partners help model the spirit of belonging and community that defines the JMU experience.

We invite your student or community organization to participate by selecting a move-in location and volunteer shift during Move-In Weekend. Available shift times are 8:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. and 12:30 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. Organizations are welcome to sign up for more than one shift if capacity allows. Volunteers are expected to serve for the full duration of their selected shift. Organizations with larger memberships are encouraged to divide volunteers across multiple locations to maximize support throughout campus.

Please select your preferred area and indicate the number of volunteers your organization plans to provide for that location.

For questions, please contact DaNae Peterson at petersda@jmu.edu