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

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1999 Photo by Kathenne Krebser, photos at right (top to bottom} by Wendy Crocker, Todd Grogan and Steve Bolmg

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A new sememster began and students were back on track buying books, making last-minute schedule changes and, of course, being late to class due to the train that passed through campus. There was little during January, and it often seemed like spring as students gathered on the Quad in t-shirts. Yet a small ice storm swept over campus during the first week of classes, creating a crystal wonderland. About 400 people stood in line as tickets went on sale for the busta rhyme concert held at the Convocation Center January 30. The sold-out performance was one of the loudest shows UPB sponsored as Busta rhymed his popular lyrics with members of the FlipMode Squad. It was time for underclassmen to consider fraternity rush. Various social and academic fraternities held open houses for those interested in joining. The Year ■ January

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oinea renow seniors at 99 days dance Erin Graser and Becca Schwimmer joined fellow seniors at Main St. Bar and Grill for the on February 3. The annual party celebrated the countdown to graduation with the performers Emmet Swimming and T.J. Johnson. The party was to have been held in P.C. Ballroom where students would have had to honor ABC ' s no-alcohol-on-campus policy, but in order to uphold tradition and satisfy seniors, the party was moved. Special activities related to VdlCLl 111 It O Cldy took place on campus, such as a special dinner at D-Hall and free photos of sweethearts offered by the bookstore. A local florist even offered flower deliveries accompanied by a live violin serenade by student Anthony Vanpelt. The senior class challenge kicked off on February 1 with a goal to raise $95,099 to support Carrier Library and the Academic Advising Center, and to fund the creation of the James Madison Center, which would collect the history and writings of the university ' s namesake basketball Both men ' s and women ' s k A %} IV I KS A I I teams had successful seasons. Fans filled the Zoo Cage to root on their favorite players and show their enthusiasm at home games in the Convocation Center. The Year ■ February