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

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t - .. .v 3s« A» ♦ .wm c %- K %i i TRANQUILITY. Newman Lake often at- tracts ducks that add to the peaceful atmo- sphere of the lake area. The lake provided students with a great place to study or just lounge outside. STOP SEE THE FLOWERS. These are only an example of the beautiful land- scaping around campus. The University generally invested a great deal in the upkeep of the apperance of the grounds.

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BOOM! The fireworks light up the sky at the first JIVIU football game. The colorful display of school spirit could be seen over most of Harrisonburg and Rockingham county. A NIGHT ON THE TOWN. Late night at the campus center finds it strangely void of the usual rush of students. The campus center was usually the hub of students ' s activites. A GOOD SIGN. For students returning to JtVIU, this was usually a welcome sight. The familiar marker made students feel at home. THAT On the weekends and in their free time, students discovered that there was more to Harrisonburg than just JMU. Restaurants, bars, and parks attracted large numbers of JIVIU stu- dents on a regular basis. Spanky ' s, Luigi ' s and the Little Grill were favored dining spots for JMU students, as was obvious by the college atmosphere in these restaurants. The Boston Beanery, Clayborne ' s and Pargo ' s also remained popular places to unwind and enjoy a good meal with friends. The addition of Ruby Tuesday and Red Lobster to the Harrsionburg community was welcomed by students who frequented those franchises in their hometowns. Nightlife was often enter- tained at Joker ' s, Tully ' s and JM ' s. Many of the bars around town featured nightly themes and drink specials to appeal to students of legal age. For those who ventured on outdoor trips. Reddish Knob and Skyline Drive were perfect spots to enjoy peaceful sunsets and clear skies. Blue Hole and Union Springs added a splash of excitement to students in search of active fun. Opening 1 1

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5?,. ' fS» Hi iSiiiaiiifa I Although the world we created in Harrisonburg was comfortable, the outside world could not be neglected. The politics of the United States provided a controversial back- drop to our lives at JMU. As President Bill Clinton unveiled his tax plan, it met with opposi- tion, but did pass through Congress with a very marginal vote. The Clintons ' Health Care re- forms also underwent very close scrutiny, as Americans were forced to reevaluate their priorties. A political occurance that hit close to home was the cuts made in the state budget for Higher Education. Offices around campus felt the tightening of budget constraints and at- tempted to make cut-backs to deal with the changing times. This was one of the issues in the Virginia gubernatorial race which brought about the end of L. Douglas Wilder ' s term in Richmond. As we contemplated the changing world, we came to realize that the policies of today would have direct effects on each our tomor- rows. The education we gained at JMU allowed us to build a solid foundation for our future, but it was the spirit we derived from the atmosphere at JMU was what allowed us to let our imagina- tions soar. OFF TO CLASS. Backpacks bulging, students head toward upper campus and a day of learning. Beginning classes sig- nified the end of summer vacation. Opening tl