Photo by Michelle Krone
Recently-retired Executive Director Bonnie Riedesel received the JMU Career Achievement in Public Service Award on April 22, 2025. JMU has recognized individuals across the Shenandoah Valley of Virginia region for their excellence in public service as part of the national Public Service Recognition Week. Honorees are nominated and selected by their peers and colleagues, facilitated by the JMU MPA program and are recognized at the annual Public Service Reception on the JMU campus.
Nominated by our partner organization the Alliance for the Shenandoah Valley, Bonnie was recognized for her 29 years of service to the region, the many new and innovative programs that she launched, and her spirit of collaboration. We congratulate Bonnie on this much-deserved award!