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

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1998 Photo by Steve Boling; photos at right (top to bottom) by David Sloop, Statia Molewski, Steve Boling

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graduation Finally, the day came for II V«4 V KJ A I I V I I as seniors gathered in Bridgeforth Stadium for commencement exercises on Saturday, May 9. Taking the stage one last time, newly retired President Ronald E. Carrier addressed the soon-to-be alumni. The annual VJ JL CL -I- V-J d 3 L took place Saturday, May 2 on Godwin Field. Despite the rain and result ing mud, seniors celebrated the end of their final year to the sounds of the Pat McGee Band during the 1998 Senior Week event. final: As another semester ended, AAJ.ACL.LO once again put students to the test. Distracted by the warm, sunny weather, many found it hard to hit the books. As students began I I J V I I J KJ U I , the university grounds became chaotic, littered with cinder blocks and worn-out furniture. Even though graduation took place the Saturday after exams, all students who were not graduating had to be out of their residence halls by Friday, May 8. For both faculty and students, id V-J J xJ. VJ Vtu were not easy. To celebrate the past year, Secretary Pat Foster and Professor John Woody participate in the School of Media Arts and Design ' s annual cookout and awards presentation on the lawn beside Anthony-Seeger Hall. Many of the university ' s schools and departments hosted ceremonies, both formal and informal, to honor students ' achievements. The Year ■ May

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June A number of students registered for summer classes taking one or two courses to get ahead or to catch up on degree requirements. Classes were held for either four or six weeks, four days a week for several hours and moved at a faster pace. M J H • •.■.-:■-:•-.- P ■mmE w Enjoying a three-month V ci ci L 1 vJ 1 1, many students took the opportunity to travel. Some went abroad to experience other cultures through summer Study Abroad programs, while others journeyed cross country. I Those seeking job experience interned during the summer in order to gain a competitive edge in the real world. Other students acquired jobs at local businesses. Choosing to W J I lx at Kline ' s Dairy Bar, one of the oldest establishments in the area, this student served ice cream made the old-fashioned way. hanging out in their front yard, these students relaxed in the summer sun. Since most students left Harrisonburg for the summer, those remaining were quick to form close friendships. The Year ■ June