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

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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

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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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JOIN THE CREW. Mem- bers of the University Pro- gram Board distribute infor- mation concerning their or- ganization on Student Activi- ties Night. It was an opportu- nity for students to get in- volved in campus life. 14 Features Divider