James Madison University - Bluestone Schoolmaam Yearbook (Harrisonburg, VA)

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Waste Not The city of Harrisonburg helps better our environment by pro- viding bins to hold paper, glass or aluminum to be recycled. These bins made it easier for students to participate in the movement. Reduce, reuse, and recycle; to many these words meant more than tossing an empty Coke can into a recycling bin. Con- cerns for environmental protection and preservation were addressed throughout the year, on a day-to-day basis. From Earth group meetings, open to all students, to various methods used to encourage peo- ple to recycle, the importance of environ- mental protection was evident on and off campus. My roommate and I understand the importance of helping to preserve the envi- ronment. We don ' t use aerosol cans any- more and we recycle whatever we can, said Christina Sharkley. In a campus-wide effort to reduce, re- use, and recycle, the university implement- ed a series of programs to increase the active participation of the student body in the Earth movement. Recylcing bins for paper, glass, and aluminum, were placed conveniently near the entrance of most dorms, encouraging students to take part in Earth awareness. New to campus were the white receptacles placed next to most trash bins for aluminum can recycling. In addition, JMU Food Services distributed reusable R-mugs free of charge. Earth mugs could be purchased for three dollars. These mugs were made available in an effort to reduce the disposal of styrofoam and paper cups at D-Hall and PC Dukes. Recycling and eliminating unnecessary waste are both practical and effective methods of caring for the environment. I was glad to see the many groups and orga- nizations on campus that were dedicated to preserving the Earth. I think their ef- forts and dedication made others aware of Corey Maclntire proudly displays a smile and his F.arth Mug. More than a fad, the mugs represented an awareness of the environment. the importance of environmental issues, said Lori Kells. This worthy and justifiable interest was initiated on April 22, 1970, the dated cele- bration of Earth Day. The preservation of the Earth began for the benefit and pros- perity of future generations. Fortunately, students realized the significance of this cause and took action to help make a dif- ference. Their efforts did not go unnoticed and many felt satisfied that their contribu- tions would be appreciated and recogniz- able in years to come. Sarah Francavilla 22 Earth Awareness

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Quotables ' All but eight of my brothers were away at formal, so the eight of us com- peted in all the events. It was a blast! Chad Hogston Lambda Chi Alpha Richardson During the crest drawing competition, some members of AXP concentrate on detailing the shape and colors of their shield. This event allowed greeks to display pride in their chapters. Sigma Nu brother, Doug Parkes ' , hopes of winning sink as both he and his float submerge into the waters of Newman Lake. Luckily, he was prepared for defeat with his water wings and safety helmet. Greek Week 21

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Everyone got into environmental awareness as D- Hall provided the new reusable mugs which could be used inside D-Hall, saving a countless number of paper cups. QtiotaMes 7 think that the environmental groups are help- ful and I have both an Earth and an R mug that I use. Tara Falwell ical contribution to the recycling effort, as students made use of various rec - nk. Anything can be converted to hold and students used their ingenuity in iners. Earth Awareness 23