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The MBC provides programs that enhance the well-being of girls & women through the promotion of a healthy and active lifestyle.

01/28/2026

We’re thrilled to welcome our incredible Spring 2026 student staff to the Morrison Bruce Center! This semester promises to be filled with growth, collaboration, and meaningful contributions as we continue advancing our mission to promote health and wellness across the JMU and Harrisonburg communities.

Our new team brings a wide range of talents, perspectives, and passions to the MBC—and we’re excited to see the impact they’ll make through outreach and programming. Here’s a vibrant and inspiring semester ahead! 💙💚

01/21/2026

Welcome Back, Dukes! 💜💛

The Morrison Bruce Center is excited to welcome everyone back to campus for a brand-new semester filled with opportunity, growth, and connection! As we step into 2026, we’re continuing our mission to promote wellness, empower movement, and strengthen our JMU community through education and engagement.

Whether you’re returning to familiar routines or starting something new, remember to take time for yourself, move in ways that bring you joy, and connect with those around you. Together, let’s make this semester one of energy, balance, and wellbeing.

We can’t wait to see what is ahead! Welcome back, Dukes!

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01/15/2026

New Year, Fresh Momentum!

We’re two weeks into the new year, and it’s a great time to keep building healthy habits that support long-term wellness.

Start small and stay consistent—simple, daily actions can lead to meaningful change over time. Partnering with a friend or loved one can help you stay accountable, celebrate progress, and navigate challenges together.

Let’s make this year one of growth, balance, and positivity as we continue promoting health and wellness in our communities. 💙💚

01/08/2026

Start This Year Off STRONG 💪

A new year means new opportunities to move, grow, and thrive! At the Morrison Bruce Center, we’re starting the new year with energy and empowerment. We’re here to help you build strength from the inside out - physically, mentally, and emotionally.

Whether your goals include getting back into a routine or setting new wellness goals, now is the perfect time to take that first step. Remember: progress doesn't happen overnight – it's built one strong choice at a time.

Let’s make 2026 the year of growth, resilience, and community. Together, we will lift each other up and move forward – stronger than ever!

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01/05/2026

The Morrison Bruce Center’s Fall 2025 newsletter is live, and full of updates, stories, and highlights from the Fall semester. We’re grateful for our community and excited to share what’s been happening! 💙💚

👉 Read the newsletter: https://www.jmu.edu/chbs/kinesiology/mbc/mbc-newsletter-fall25.shtml

01/01/2026

🎉 Happy New Year from the Morrison Bruce Center! 🎉

We’re kicking off 2026 with energy, excitement, and a commitment to empowering women through movement and wellness. 💜

Here’s to a year filled with strength, connection, and opportunities to thrive—both in body and mind. Let’s make this year active, healthy, and inspiring together!

Cheers to a bright and powerful start to 2026! 🥂 💙💚

12/23/2025

Happy Holidays from the Morrison Bruce Center! As we reflect on the past year, we’re celebrating the incredible community around us: the students, staff, and partners who help us promote wellness and movement on campus and beyond. Thank you for being part of our mission. Here’s to a bright, healthy, and energized start to the new year!

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12/17/2025

Thank You, Fall 2025 MBC Student Staff!

As we close out the semester, we want to express our deepest gratitude to our amazing Fall 2025 student staff. Your energy, creativity, and commitment have been vital in helping the Morrison Bruce Center empower women and girls to lead confident, healthy lives through physical activity, education, and community.

From planning and programming, your work has made a meaningful impact, and we’re so proud of all you’ve accomplished.

Wishing you a restful break and continued success in all you do! 💙💚

12/16/2025

Today’s final staff spotlight for the semester showcases our Morrison Bruce Center Associate Director, Dr. Jill Lassiter. Dr. Lassiter is an Associate Professor of Health Sciences and a Certified Health Education Specialist (CHES). Her teaching is focused on health behavior change theory and the interplay between personal and community-based determinants of health. She has extensive program planning experience and has served on multiple non-profit boards for local organizations that support people in pursuing improved mental and physical wellness. Her research interests are in preventive health initiatives for youth, student athletes, and individuals with disabilities. Dr. Lassiter earned a Bachelor's degree in Health & Exercise Science from Wake Forest University, a Master's in Health Education from SUNY College at Brockport, and a Doctorate in Health Policy and Education from D'Youville University. We are thankful for the interdisciplinary lens that Dr. Lassiter brings to the extraordinary work of the MBC.
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12/12/2025

This semester was packed with purpose, movement, and mentorship! Here's a look at what we accomplished together:

✅ Community Engagement & Outreach
We connected with our community through impactful programs like OWWL, Healthy Kids, Families in Motion, and EmpowHER- each designed to promote strength, knowledge, and physical activity across age groups. We also showed up strong at the faculty and staff Wellness Fair and campus tabling events, sparking conversations and building connections around health and wellness.

✅ GSMP espnW Women in Sports Program
We proudly served as a mentor site, collaborating with JMU students, faculty, and staff to empower the next generation of women leaders in sport.

✅ Research & Advocacy
Our team continued advancing research initiatives, with presentations, data-collection, and outreach to students and faculty interested in conducting research with the MBC. We also continued our exceptional social media presence!

✅ Student Leadership
MBC student interns, practicum students, and volunteers led with heart: planning events, mentoring peers, and representing the MBC locally and nationally!

We’re grateful for every partner, participant, and supporter who helped make this semester a success. 💙💚 Stay tuned for more in Spring 2026!

JMU College of Health and Behavioral Studies JMU Kinesiology

12/09/2025

As we wrap up another semester, our final staff spotlights will highlight our executive staff. Today we are showcasing our Morrison Bruce Center Executive Director, Dr. Cathy McKay. Dr. McKay is an Associate Professor of Kinesiology who teaches undergraduate and graduate courses in health education, research methods, and supporting student success. Dr. McKay is a Society of Health and Physical Educators (SHAPE) America Research Fellow, and a newly inducted fellow of the International Federation of Adapted Physical Activity (IFAPA). Dr. McKay’s research advances initiatives focused on Parasport education and changing attitudes toward disability by applying contact theory to promote equity and inclusion. She is deeply committed to teacher education pedagogy and fostering positive social change through her work. Dr. McKay earned degrees from James Madison University, Virginia Tech, and the University of Virginia. She brings extensive experience in promoting health, physical education, women’s leadership development, and inclusive physical activity practices to the Morrison Bruce Center.
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261 Bluestone Drive MSC 2302
Harrisonburg, VA
22807

Telephone

+15405684348

Website

http://www.jmu.edu/mbc, https://linktr.ee/morrisonbrucecenter?fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAabIUClvg1A2knzLp26tmz917wsIWfDoo

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