David C. Kirkpatrick@dc_kirkpatrick

VP & chief of staff @JMU | JMU board liaison | Associate professor | Books @pennpress @RutgersUPress @OxUniPress | PhD @EdinburghUni | Postdoc @FloridaState

 James Madison University
Joined April 2013
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Waited my entire life for this!
Milwaukee Brewers
@Brewers
Oct 29
THE WORLD SERIES CHAMPIONSHIP BELONGS TO MILWAUKEE, WISCONSIN!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
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As a historian by training, I’m interested in how religion, politics, and social movements shape our societies and how history influences our ability to engage across differences, build bridges, and form coalitions. I’m excited to share the cover of my latest book w/@OUPAcademic
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I look forward to seeing this project out in the world and continuing the conversation about how history can inform our pursuit of shared goals!
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Matt Roan
@MattRoanAD
Oct 16
Y’all think we can show the college sports world just how elite this place really is tomorrow and have the stands filled from 11:30 all the way thru 3:30?! I’m talking about creating electricity all day - pregame to postgame. It’s going to take a concerted effort from every alum, student, fan, and friend. Let’s do it! #GoDukes
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Milestones are built long before announcements, through bold vision and countless hours behind the scenes. It has been a privilege to help elevate JMU alongside @JMUPresidentJim and @MattRoanAD , two exceptional leaders. I’m proud of this team and what we’re building together!
James Madison Athletics
@JMUSports
Oct 12
Built to Rise! Excited to announce we have formally applied to and been accepted to join the @American_Conf as a full league member no later than July 1, 2028. 📰 | tinyurl.com/8bd2cz3j ℹ️ | tinyurl.com/3dw3f49d #GoDukes
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When you build a culture of excellence…
CFB Kings
@CFBKings
Sep 30
James Madison and coaches who recently coached at JMU are off to a great start this season 🔥 JMU: 4-0 UCLA: 4-0 (Chesney coached JMU last year) Indiana: 4-0 (Cignetti coached JMU in 2023) The three have almost completely identical offensive numbers this year in points per game: JMU - 44.8 PPG (T-7th in FBS) UCLA - 44.8 PPG (T-7th in FBS) Indiana - 43.5 PPG (11th in FBS)
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CFB Kings
@CFBKings
Sep 30
James Madison and coaches who recently coached at JMU are off to a great start this season 🔥 JMU: 4-0 UCLA: 4-0 (Chesney coached JMU last year) Indiana: 4-0 (Cignetti coached JMU in 2023) The three have almost completely identical offensive numbers this year in points per game: JMU - 44.8 PPG (T-7th in FBS) UCLA - 44.8 PPG (T-7th in FBS) Indiana - 43.5 PPG (11th in FBS)
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Congrats to my @Wisconsin Badgers on a huge win today at Penn State!
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ESPN Insights
@ESPNInsights
Sep 21
Another playoff appearance for the Dukes? 👀 James Madison's road win at San Diego State has them joining Boise State atop the favorites to reach the CFP out of the Group of 6, according to the Allstate Playoff Predictor.
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JMU@JMU
Sep 14
JMU is already nationally known as a leader in civic engagement and is now home to the first living and learning community in Virginia entirely dedicated to preparing students for active participation in civic life. Learn more: bit.ly/AlgerHallOpening

A group of people, including President Jim and Jon Alger, is standing on the front steps of Alger Hall beneath a banner reading “Grand Opening of Alger Hall, September 4, 2026,” as attendees applaud during a dedication ceremony.

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A group of people, including President Jim and Jon Alger, is standing on the front steps of Alger Hall beneath a banner reading “Grand Opening of Alger Hall, September 4, 2026,” as attendees applaud during a dedication ceremony.

President Jim and Jon Alger unveil a framed portrait by pulling away a gold cloth covering the artwork on the lawn outside Alger Hall.

ALT President Jim and Jon Alger unveil a framed portrait by pulling away a gold cloth covering the artwork on the lawn outside Alger Hall.


Speaker addresses a large outdoor audience gathered on the lawn for a ceremony near Alger Hall. Attendees are seated and standing beneath mature trees while listening to remarks from a podium.

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Speaker addresses a large outdoor audience gathered on the lawn for a ceremony near Alger Hall. Attendees are seated and standing beneath mature trees while listening to remarks from a podium.

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Newsweek
@Newsweek
Aug 22
The James Madison Dukes are quickly cementing themselves in the top division of college football. newsweek.com/sports/ncaa/jmu…

JMU announcement shows Dukes aren't going anywhere

The James Madison Dukes are quickly cementing themselves in the top division of college football.

newsweek.com
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President Jim@JMUPresidentJim
Aug 19
Yesterday, our faculty, staff, & broader community came together for the University Welcome to celebrate our progress, share our vision for the future, & recognize the extraordinary people who make JMU such a special place.
JMU staff seated at tables under a large outdoor tent converse during a campus gathering. A person in a blue suit stands beside a table speaking with guests, while meals and bottled drinks are arranged on purple tablecloths.

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And we're off! Yesterday, we convened nearly 2,000 faculty and staff to kick off a new academic year at @JMU . There is a palpable sense of momentum and opportunity ahead of us as the Madison Promise comes into clearer focus. Here's to a great year!
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I returned this week from @Harvard , where I joined a small cohort of faculty and administrators focused on collaborative problem solving and bridging divides on campus and across the country. Higher education has a responsibility right now…
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to model what serious and honest disagreement looks like, and to lead with purpose and courage. I left Cambridge with new ideas and a genuine sense of optimism as we work together to sharpen our shared purpose and recommit to our mission.
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James Madison Athletics
@JMUSports
Jul 22
JMU Nation, you know what to do… It’s time to vote - help move the @JMUMRD’s up the list! 📈 🗳️ | usatoday.com/sports/readers-… #GoDukes
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JMU Sound Off
@JMUSoundOff
May 29
Just a work of art in lights. #GoDukes
JMU Sound Off
@JMUSoundOff
May 29
New addition 🤩 #GoDukes
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Congratulations to our entire team. We’re just getting started!
JMU@JMU
Mar 18
You like us, you really really like us! 💜🎉 For the third time in school history, James Madison University has eclipsed 40,000 undergraduate student applications in a recruiting class. Learn more about the Class of 2030 applicants: bit.ly/JMU2030Apps
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We’ll see you in Morgantown, @JMU Nation! #GoDukes
JMU Women's Basketball@JMUWBasketball
Mar 16
Let the Madison Madness begin! #GoDukes
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JMU@JMU
Mar 9
Brightening the lights of Madison!
JMU Women's Basketball@JMUWBasketball
Mar 9
RING US 👉🖐️ #GoDukes
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