Sponsored by the JMU Parents Council
Application deadline: Sept. 7, 2023
This award is given to the family member(s) of a current JMU student, and selection is based upon an application process. Please review the award criteria below and submit your application.
Award Criteria and Guidelines:
- The Family Member of the Year Award recognizes family member(s) who made a significant impact to the life of a JMU student.
- The recipient must attend the Saturday of Family Weekend, as this award is presented at halftime of the football game. Information obtained through the application process will be used to develop the video script for the halftime award.
- All entries will be judged in strict confidentiality by the Family Member of the Year Award Committee, comprised of faculty and students. Your name and information will be removed from the application to ensure an unbiased decision.
- All current JMU students are eligible to nominate their family member/parent/guardian for this award.
- The Family Member of the Year Award does not discriminate against non-traditional households.
- By submitting this form, you're granting permission for JMU to mail or email your nominee(s) a copy of the submitted entry form. Recipient(s) will be notified prior to Family Weekend.
For questions, please email
parent@jmu.edu