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

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COMMON ' km G roundbreaking changes took place across campus as JMU continued to expand. One of the most notable changes was the completion of the third floor on Carrier Library. The new floor provided additional studying sffece and prompted the relocation of books and microfilms in the library for student convenience. The completion of the College of Integrated Science and Technologies was another major change. CISAT was one of the University ' s ef- forts to move towards being a University of the 21st Century. Because the new department was located across interstate 81 , JMU ' s newest project was to build a bridge that would unite the two sides of the distant canipus. Plans for a new recreation center were in progress as well. This new center would include basketball courts, handball courts, an indoor track and a new weight room. The facility would be open to all students. Another new proposal was for student ' s RAP sheets, and the syllabi and schedules for all classes to be available on the VAX system. Changes were inevitable as JMU prepared to meet the 21st century and as students, we learned to look toward a future of growth and movement. Opening .5

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Sigmn Pi brothers use their strength to win the tug-a-rope contest during Greek Week. Boat races and voUeyballl games wereother competitions held between the Greeks. V fL 4 Iason Williams gives Blue- slottc photographer Sharley Simpson a lift, ween the Bluestone and the Breeze, it was normal to see a photographer on cam- pus. Hmrt Senior Craig Anthony takes a break with his ili Butch ' on the Fed Plaza Jfudents sometimes brought their pets with them to campus. Opening

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ON COMMON Harrisonburg had much to offer students wiUing to venture off campus. From restaurants like Spanky ' s, the Boston Beanery, and Luigi ' s to popular hangouts like Reddish Knob and Blue Hole, students who knew where to go could take advantage of all that Harrisonburg had to offer. For Freshmen, the chance to get off campus was a special treat. Sophomores began to frequent their favorite places while Juniors and Seniors can- vassed Harrisonburg in search of the daily drink specials at different restaurants. Students also enjoyed activities beyond eating and drinking, and the Shenandoah Valley provided the perfect area for students to hit the great outdoors. Hiking the trails of Skyline Drive, camping at Reddish Knob, and swimming at Union Springs w ere options for students who had the desire for some time away from school work. The ski slopes at Massanutten also pro- ' ided a site for athletic prowess among active students. Harrisonburg and the Shenandoah Valley provided students with a new ' environment to experience and explore, but the different places would hold a meaning and a memory unique to each student. Opening