James Madison University has officially announced the appointment of Dr. James C. Schmidt as its seventh president, set to begin his tenure on July 1. Dr. Schmidt will be departing from his role as chancellor at UW-Eau Claire, where he has been recognized for his leadership. The transition follows an announcement of an interim chancellor at UW-Eau Claire as the university adjusts to the leadership change. The JMU Board of Visitors convened for the presidential announcement, culminating a search for new leadership.