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

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Vke 3liAe6tone 2009 The Bluestone, Volume 100 The Yearbook of James Madison University March 2008 - March 2009 Enrollment - 17,964 800 S. Main St., MSC 3522 Harrisonburg, VA 22807 (540] 568-6541 jmu.bluestone@gmail.com Coll. B5-7 I . I CO £ALional Board Joanna Brenner, editor in cliief Leslie Cavin, creative director Natalie Wall, photography director Sarah Chain, copy editor Rebecca Schneider, managing editor Colleen Mahoney, supervising editor Pwdi lAC r Lucy Romeo X) S(.Qn6rs Parvina Mamatova, co-features Rebecca Leggett, co-features Lauren Babbage, classes Kristin McGregor, orga nizations Jessica Benjamin, sports Julia Simcox Tiffany Brown Kim Lofgren Megan Mori Shaina Allen Amy Gwaltney Caroline Blanzaco Holly Fournier Angela Barbosa Katie Thisdell Jen Beers Beth Principi Steph Synoracki Casey Smith Lianne Palmatier Matthew Johnson Ariel Spengler Karlyn Williams Caitlin Harrison Kaylene Posey OjpenLnQ 06 feM(Ams ]S Cli ss s i 3 Or anizMLons 260 G oris 316 Closing 362 6 O en AQ 36h.Lnd everij ci ik re ts caiAse. TOttfi 6veru) aciLon ik m ts a reaction. 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Rose, with his wife there to sup- port him. The ceremony took place during halftime of the Homecom- ing football game, where senior Andy Gibson was awarded Mr. Madison as well. Photo by Amy Gwaltney PACKED into the Convocation Center, university members and Harrisonburg residents rally for President Barack Obama. Almost 1 0,000 people crowded in, though the Convo usually only held 7,000. For potential audience members who could not fit in the Convo, Obama spoke shortly on the UREC turf Photo by TImmy Austen MASTERS of cermonies for the joint end-of-semester concert for a cappella groups Exit 245 and The BluesTones, senior Bryce Nielson and a member BluesTones keep the crowd entertained during intermission. Members of both groups combined to create a memo- rable video in tune with their prom theme, rtioro by Amy Gwaltney 2 O enmQ Olc?a. f a ' s victory, kave reMQ opened M.p the forfAm for dehaiinQ different econo mc o ' mors on co-mpiA, -sopkomore And Ojo ninQ 9 literattAre ii classes. Vve aiiA a s {A anied io and TjtASi decided to. l o time il e ike present ' -senior Jimm.0 to Oif eninQ SUNLIGHT shines on a student as she sings in praise on the Commons. Many religious groups chose to share their faith with their peers in hopes of enlightenment. The Commons made a home for many organizations and businesses, giving students a chance to explore new experiences, music and even free food. Photo by Natalie Wall A SIGN showcases student ' s school spirit, especially for arch nemesis Ap- palachian State University. The Dukes came back to beat the Mountaineers in a fooball game by three after a dis- sapointing first half. Photo by Nicole Santarsier o THE CROWD at the university ' s annual Greek Sing goes wild as the event begins. Greek Sing was part of Greek Week, a time for sororities and fraterni- ties to come together and celebrate through community service, philan- thropy and fun activities such as Greek Olympics and Penny Wars, among oth- ers. Photo by Natalie Wall OjoemnQ II THE winner of America ' s Next Top Model at 1 787 Orientation proudly dis- plays her Madison spirit. The organizers of the five-day orientation event were constantly coming up with innovative events to make incoming freshmen feel welcomed and excited to be a part of the university community. Photo by Natalie Wall A BAND member shows his Duke pride as the Marching Royal Dukes take the field prior to one of the many football games that entrench Bridgeforth Sta- dium. After traditionally completing the fight song, the university ' s alma mater and the National Anthem, the MRD formed a path for the football team. At the beginning of all the games, the crowd was riled up thanks to the band ' s promise of an action-packed event. Photo by Amy Gwaltney ENTERTAINMENT is the name of the game at Sunset on The Quad during the university ' s weeklong Homecoming celebration. Senior. :--i Gerlach takes centerstage as his fellow members of a cappella group Exit 245 back him up. Students with a passion for singing had the opportunity to let their talent flour- ish among the eight premier a cappella groups at the university. Photo by Amy Gwaltney 12 O emnQ T ka e seen k u) major eY anA mt£? an even [axQet more desirahije roofa m. I o so tfitnk tfi n iA) rforminQ Arts Center iajiII fe?e re t resoiArce for ike (A.nivers SOj komoreJal e 0 6nLnQl3 1 damming t sk. JWIM kas tnsttlU in m.e ikai I can S e ideas on ike hasis of valiA es and l nouoled e attained life eYJiperiences -senior Landri) IH Ol nin JAMES Madison wears a poncho on Family Weekend, preventing rain dam- age due to the weekend ' s inclement weather. Many students did not realize that the university ' s namesake stood at only 5 feet 4 inches until they saw the lifesize statue in front of Roop Hall. Photo by Rebecca Schneider DECKED out in school spirit, a student dons joker-like face paint during the home football game against University of Delaware. The Dukes dominated during the sixth game of the season, winning 41-7. Many students chose to show their enthusiasm through a temporary tatoo or wild face and body paint. Phot o by Amy Gwaltney PERFORMING for the Christmas Eve pre-show, members of Alpha Kappa Alpha take the stage at Operation Santa Claus. Every year, Student Ambassadors raised thousands of dollars through the event, which provided resources to underprivileged families in the Har- risonburg area so they could enjoy the holiday season. Photo by Tiffany Brown O enln 13 POSING as the Grinch, Duke Dog en- tertains the crowd at Operation Santa Claus. The theme of the 2008 program was How The Dul e Dog Stole Christ- mas. The Student Ambassadors put on the event, only two groups performed, compared to 1 6 in 2008. Photo by Tif- fany Brown EXCITED and energetic First YeaR Orinetation Guides abd Orientation Program Assistants celebrate the end of 1 787 Orientation. FROGs and OPAs created a welcoming atmosphere for incoming freshmen each year. Photo by Erin Bender AS partof Family Weekend, alumni show their spirit by decorating a Volkswagon bus with purple and gold. The family won Best Tailgating Spirit during Homecoming 2006. Photo by Rebecca Schneider 16 O eninQ TjIHU HOMtCOMI 1 Bc.1 U.lS ' ' ' I ' ' ' Tte ear I sauojYATA come ioQe tker (A iih so m(Act . spirit dmrinQ fooiMl season. ' E en tkd?MK lA) fell shrt it felt amazing to he a. pjiirt of kejcm ia ti(?j l -JKY iOX Ttffa 0p«mngl7 ' %, Photo by Natalie Wall I Me Glory of Hock GUITARIST complements lead singer Max Bemis during the band ' s set. Like his brother, Jake, Turner sang backup vocals in addition to playing guitar for the band. Photo by Katie Piwowarczyk ii Even en ik (? ck, piSoplfi jo rejiAm.i mQ aroiAnd tXYvd d zndnQ. Tve never he n so ftir m the lc;ack at a concen A kere ikere ' s 5-tilt tK t wviAck ener ij. sopkomore, WlicKietU Koolc 20 wtwriss By Katie Thisdell Say Anything rocked out V to an energetic crowd in Wson Hall Say Anything said anything and everything as they entertained a packed auditorium with outrageous rock songs, comedic comments and intense energy. You know how when you go to a concert and you don ' t really know all the songs, so it ' s all up to the performance? asked sophomore Michelle Koob. Well, they were io entertaining. I thought they put on a really good show. Energy filled the stage during the hour-long set as the crowd cheered for the band to play more songs. Lead singer Max Bemis also proved he had a valuable stage presence as he engaged in comedic dialogue with the audience throughout the night. It was almost like stand-up in between songs, said Koob. 1 was cracking up, like, the whole time, so it wasn ' t bad that we didn ' t know any songs. Koob decided just an hour before the show began at 8 p.m. that she wanted to go. After finishing dinner, she ran to her dorm to get money before finding seats in the back of the auditorium with two friends. 1 knew two of their songs and I likeoWtiose, so in thebackof my head I was kind of considering going, explained Koob. It was a last minute decision, but it was really fun. The set list was split between two albums ...Is A Real Boy and In Defense of the Genre. The band played popular songs including People Like You Are Why People Like Me Exist, BabyGirl, I ' m A Blur, Shiksa (Girlfriend], Every Man Has A Molly, The Church Channel and An Orgy of Critics. Sophomore Melissa Smetts loved seeing her favorite song, Wow, 1 Can Get Sexual Too, performed live. As a fan of the band, she thought they sounded great, even from the back of the auditorium. They did sing very well, especially compared to other artists who sing live, said Smetts. ENERGIZED by the crowd, bass guitarist nie. Kent loses himself in the music. A 22-year-old New York native, Kent formerly played bass for the punk- rock band, Lance ' s Hero. Photo by Katie Piwowarczyk Gaij Angtfvmg 21 I IheC.lorN of lUxK ENCOURAGING audience participation, Mjx Bernis offers the mic to tiie crowd. Bemis was Say Anything ' s primary songwriter, basing most of his songs on experience. Photo by Katie Piwowarczyk UPB announced that tickets for the spring concert would go on sale on Feb. 11 for $15 for jMU Access Card (JACard) holders or $20 without a JACard. Patrick White, then a member of UPB ' s Center Stage committee, worked security at the event. White was the 2008-09 director of the committee. Everyone seemed to be having a good time, said White. 1 wasn ' t sure how popular thev were going to be, but they definitely were that night. ' UPB chose the band based«n results aka survey sent to students the pr ous summer The necision was based oB the number of votes the band received, as well as oflher factors, iri uding availability. it was a good variety to bring them here, said Smetts. But I don ' t know ' if it uas the best decision. Based on the amount o energy filling the auditorium though, nobody in the audience seemed to be disappointed by the choice. Since 1 didn ' t know the band really well, we were sitting in the back, said Koob. ' ut e ' eryone was standing up during the songs and ygu could hear, even in the back, people wete jumping around and dancing, said Koob. I ' ve never been so far in the back at a concert where there ' s still that much energy. Amid complex songs and persistent clapping, the bands shocked the auditorium with their eccen- tric power and liveliness. The singer really reached out to the audience, said White. His favorite performance was the familiar song Alive With The Glory of Love, which closed the show. Koob agreed. 1 liked how they finished the concert with ... the first song 1 had ever heard by them, she said, adding she would see them perform again if she could. They know how to put on a show. 22 feo-iiAfes STRUMMING his guitar, Jake Turner looks out into the audience of 800. Say Anything ' s latest album, In Defense of the Genre, was named one of Spin magazine ' s top 40 albums of 2007. Photo by Cot e Piwowarczyk SHOWING off both his talent Pjrkei Cas ' -splil hisconcentr.itM between vo( ilsand guitar. Case liid been playing with theband since 2006. Wiol Kot!e Piwoivorc. Go-ij An tfiing 23 Desirinp I cellence J Desiring By Karlyn Williams Sororities and fraternities wowed the crowd in a multi-faceted dance competition Sxceiience greek Sing wasT prominent tradition at the university, iield annually during Greek Week in Godwin gym eacii spring semester. The event allowed sorori- ties and fraternities to entertain one another, the campus and the sur- rounding community. As assistant director of the Office of Student Activities and Involvement, Jill Courson began planning three months before the popular event. It ' s entertaining and a reat way for different Greek letter organizations on our campus to come together and show off their talent and have some fun, said Courson. Greek organizations tliat partici- pated were required to submit their theme ideas to the Greek Sing Coordin f rs for approval. The coordinators also double-checked that themes were rwrepeated. The Kappa Alpha Theta sorority riiembers began practicing a week after their theme was approved, foi- one to raree hours each time they met. As the new chapter on campus, they did not knoVS at to expect from the other sororities. I don ' t think we had a disadvantage, wej J ieeded to learn the ropes of Gree Sing, said senior Landry Bosworth, presidenTO gM jiljjlliXbfi SiSI ? us had never even attended Greek Sing, so we had a lot to learn and not much time to do so. A judging process determined the winners. With 100 possible points per each of the four judges, a higli score was more than 350 points. The judging rubric included the following areas: theme (10 points), dance performance (25 points], hands performance (30 points), props (15 points), soloist ' s performance (10 points) and audience appeal (10 points). All of the sections were scored per judge and then tallied as a whole. Stacey Garrett, gradu.ite assistant at the Office of Student Activities and involvement, judged for the first time this yean The atmosphere of Creek Sing when 1 walked in about an hour before it started reminded me, in a good way, of a competition day, said Garrett. I was really excited to see the final performances after seeing the women INTENTS rquJjjgJ f auatP Rachel tner represents Alpha Sigma Tau on the dance floor. The sororities held tryouts to determine who would be performers and who would be hands. Photo by Natalie Wall M 2H fedi(Ams r V and r Even chough t prize sorat ities still to Tien preppin] in the gym. ere was no [nners, com- petition seriously. Winning this event is a point of pride for chapters and hav- ing those bragging rights all ' year is something that is sought after, said Courson. pirst-time participants Sigma Phj Epsilon won first placoior theJratemTties with the theme, fe Just Want to Dance! Zena Tau Alpha came in first| place for the sororities with th( theme, ZTAir. Zeta Tau Alpha ' s performance was intricate nd the music clips they used fit the theme well. The opening song was Touch the Sky, by Kanye West, followed b v-eirfi i n 2 MEMBERS of Kappa Alpha sport caps and black beaters as their costumes. Despite their coordinated efforts, the brothers did not place. Photo by Natalie Wall by Suga) with Me, by Michael Bubte. ' Thg Sancers changed - wardrobe accessories often, startmg out msisedr pilots in hats, white Wrts, black pants and black-treSTWhen the song All Aro(ind the World from the Lizzie McGture soundtrack played, theihands members operfed a banner that was painted like algloh, eind walked TouTId it with even space between each member. Some of the props, in addition to th globe banner, included an enlargeg (Sr GmQ 26 Desiring I xcellence RHYTHMICALLY shaking their hips in unison, the sisters of Sigma Kappa flash their moves on the floor. Greek organizations had to follow strict time limits for their performances. Photo by Natalie Wall ii Male non-affiliates sparked the audience ' s enthusiasm durii Zeta Tau Alpha ' s performance by helping with cheer stunts anl tumbles. These elements stirred up the crowd members, whc applauded and cheered throughout the performance. There was an intermission performance by a team of representatives from each branch of the Black and Latino Greek Caucus (BLGC] — which included the majority of Greek Organizations under the Center for Multicultural Student Ser- vices (CMSS) — who stepped together This year, nine fraternities participated, up from only two in 2007. However, the fra- ternities were more laid back than sororities when it came to practice schedules, props and costumes. Sigma Phi Epsilon ' s main team practiced five-to-eight times before the performance, and the hands team practiced three times, including a run-through before they went into the gym. The fraternity ' s performance also started with a Kanye West song, Flashing Lights. The dancers were dressed in black zip-up sweatshirts and white masks mimicking the sharp movements of America ' s Best Dance Crew, The JabbaWockeeZ, while the hands flickered flashlights on the risers in the background. They incorporated well-known dances like The Cuban Shuffle and Walk it Out. The soloist sang 1 Wanna Dance With Some- body, while the hands held up signs with each sorority ' s letters tions, is eqiAtvaieni io ike Homecoming Gi jc) GkoiA) or ike dr ek or anLzMione ikM Ml lAnder CTfiGG. -semor Cki t ' da Kin 26 feaiiAfes MICROPHONE in hand, senior Daniel Robert Rubio began to nervously sing I Believe I Can Fly as part of Alpha Tau Omega ' s skit. Every group was required to have a solo performance, which could consist of a song or dance routine worth up to 10 percent of the total score. Photo by Natalie Wall DRESSED in ' 80s workout attire, the men of Pi Kappa Alpha get down and dirty with a hunnorous routine. Many fraternities chose to take a comedic route during Greek Sing. Photo by Natalie Wall to gain audience participation and support. A unique element in Sigma Phi Ep- siion ' s performance was the addition of the Alpha Kappa Alpha (AKA), Inc. women. The lovely, and ever so talented ladies of AKA stepped for us. Our Greek Sing Coordinator, [Robert Burden], decided to ask them about four weeks out, said senior Jason Myers, president of Sigma Phi Epsilon. They were a tremendous help throughout the entire process. Chiquita King, a member of AKA was one of four women who stepped during the performance. She remem- bers walking into the gym thinking, Wow, there are a lot of people here. Greek Sing, to the social Greek organizations, is equivalent to the Homecoming Step Show for the Greek organizations that fall under CMSS, said King. Members of each organi- zation dedicate their time and efforts to implement an entertaining show of quality and excellence. J,) ' H 6(r ek GinQ 77 (.olden Generation olden 7 m 9 Bv len Beers Generation More than 3,000 centennial grads gathered to commemorate their graduation 8 raduation day: the final celebration of one ' s college experience. It was the day that most students both dread and dream of, a day that marked the end of college and the beginning of the real world. Unlike previous years, however, the graduates of 2008 had the proud honor of celebrating another exciting event: the 100th anniversary of the university. Bridgeforth Stadium filled up quickly with family members and friends anxiously waiting to see their loved ones take the field for one last time. Accompanied by the university ' s wind symphony, the graduates came out looking like ants marching in their purple CELEBRATING her recent freedom, graduate Caitlin Bennett plays with her niece, Keira. The Student Government Association helped the students count down to graduation, starting at 200 days. Photo by Natalie Wall PART of his cap art, a Ipus graduate conducts some last-minute job searching. Career and Academic Planning held career fairs throughout the year to assist in job placement. P ioro by Na(o e Wall O (y{ ii ' . ' SPORADICALLY popping up throughout the ceremony, graduate Evan Dyson made sure to document his last moments at the university. Dyson was involved with The Breeze and worked extensively with photography, finding the importance in capturing visual memories. Photo by Natalir Wall |P A PICTURE is taken of President Linwood H. Rose as he recognizes the excellence of the class of 2008. The centennial class consisted of 2,696 undergraduates and 450 graduate and doctoratal students. Photo by Natalie Wall gowns, a tribute to the Centennial. The stadium was filled with tears, laughter and cell phones as parents and graduates tried desperately to find one another. One hundred years was a huge accomplishment. When I I came to |MU in 2004, 1 remem- li lA aSn ' i lAniii the lAimd Gljm.jC)kon(j Stidrted her thinking even then how iO pU a.t ik nd md veri oyv ia S ' o ' l graduating at the centennial graduation, said io Qinnm iO hnd ik Lf k .Us tK t (t graduate Eleni Menoutis. I r a.[ jj Ktt KA.(3 tK t I lAiaSn ' t Omg to f tlAfh to was so excited knowing that I Gchoi n Kt mar and I Ud to SM a oodhm ° ' ' ' ' ' ' something sj v7 k7 so important to the university s iO V ri One. history- Graduation has come a long way. For the first gradua- tion, students all wore long, white dresses with long sleeves and high collars. The ceremony was held in the assembly hall of Harrisonburg ' s courthouse. Processions then moved to the new Virginia Theatre in downtown Harrisonburg in 1915. The first graduation to be held on campus in Harrison Hall was in 1916, where students were again dressed in all white. The first year that graduates wore caps and gowns was in 1917, after many requests from students. A tradition of a main speaker began in the 1980s, and separate college ceremonies began in 1993. ' OfadiAaiA 6Krt5ttn 6Ktri9v5k dradiAO-i on 29 Golden Generation BEHIND the faculty backs, student liven up the lengthy ceremony by tossing a beach ball. Following the main ceremony, each college held its own ceremony to recognize the students individually. Photo b Natalie Wc Throughout the history of the university ' s graduations, one thing remained the same: the accomplishments of the graduates and recognition of all of their hard work. The 2008 graduation started off with President Linwood H. Rose welcoming the class of 2008 along with friends and family. Your commencement is particularly special because you are the university ' s century-year graduating class, announced Rose. Through this commencement, you usher in [another] century. Following Rose ' s introduction a vide o was shown that captured the history of the university, a proud moment for graduates and faculty to share. The video, The Madison Century, described the transformation of the university over 100 years, highlighting changes and acknowledging current achievements. For 100 years, this uncommon culture has defined the Madison experience and changed countless lives — lives that in turn are changing the world. The video provided examples of citizenship, student responses to society ' s needs and student contributions to business and economics. Student Body President graduate, Lee Brooks, introduced graduate Sarah Roquemore, the student speaker for the main ceremony. 1 could really relate to all the speeches made, said graduate Dre Hernandez. They made me realize how amaz- ing these past four years have been and all of the memories I ' ve made. Following, the student address, Rose introduced the com- mencement speaker for 2008, Thomas Dingledine. Dingledine was the great-grandson of William Johnston Dingledine, who helped persuade the Virginia General Assembly to build the State Normal and Industrial School for Women in 1908, which later became lames Madison University. Dingledine ' s ancestry played an impor- tant role in the development of the university and was involved with philanthropy that contributed to the university ' s academics and services. Dingledine ' s commencement address encouraged students to Be The Change by making a mark on the world and helping oth- ers. 30 feaiiAms POLKA DOTS add flair and distinction to graduates ' hats. Decorative caps enabled friends and family to easily find the students as they proceeded to their seats. Phofo by Natalie Wall Be a creator of history, be the change that is so needed in our world today, said Dingledine. By having a positive impact on others, you will create history. Dingledine h imself was an example of helping others by donat- ing more than $2 million to the university. To have a speaker talk about the importance of volunteering and contributing to the university when he himself has, is a perfect example of how each and every one of us takes on a responsibility to give back to |MU just as much as we have taken from it, said graduate Vanessa Herrada. Following Dingledine ' s speech was the presentation of candidates for doctoral and master ' s degrees. It was at this time that graduates began to anticipate the end of the ceremony. Restless and excited students fidgeted in their seats and craned their necks to find their family members so they could share their final moments as a student. The Alma Matar could be heard all around campus as students sang along to the last song played at the ceremony. As the final words were spoken to the class of 2008 and students began to turn their tassels to the left, the only thing for graduates to do was throw their hats in the air in celebration of completing four hard years of college. It wasn ' t until the wind symphony started to play at the end and everyone was beginning to find their families that it really hit me that I wasn ' t going to return to school next year and I had to say goodbye to everyone, said graduate Christina Chirovsky. As they left Bridgeforth Stadium, they gave hugs and kisses to family members and posed for pictures together. The gradu- ates spent their last minutes on the campus that had become their home. It was where they said goodbye to their parents as they got ready for freshman year, and it was where they said goodbye to their friends as they prepared to open a new chapter in their lives. DONNING funky sunglasses, graduate Nathan Zelena stands out while attempting to locate his friends and family. The Quad was a popular spot for photos post-ceremony. Pholo by Natalia Wall drndiAO-iLon 31 leaping I orward FROGs familiarized first-year students with the ins and outs of college life five days before the semester began, 3,850 freshmen arrived for move-in and orientation. Little did they know how unique Madison orientation was. A hand-pici ed group of First-yeaR Orientation Guides (FROGs] and Orientation Peer Advisers (OPAs] waited eagerly to get the exciting week started. 1787 Orientation was designed to ease the transition from life at home to life on a college campus with multiple workshops, concerts and cookouts. The entire experience, however, would not have been possible if it were not for the FROGs and OPAs who trained and prepared to welcome them. A week before freshmen arrived, the FROGs and OPAs met to get ready for orientation. The first Saturday there, we had a FROG check-in and then we did massive icebreakers to loosen everyone up and get to know each other, said junior Polly Renter, who was a rookie FROG. The FROGs learned a lot about one another and the orientation events with their FROG group, each led by two OPAs. The most beneficial part of being a FROG was the first day of fall orientation training, said sophomore Caroline Gray. We met 10 new members of the group and did a lot of icebreakers and get-to-know-you activities. It was really important because I became close with the people who supported me through all my highs and lows through the whole process, said Gray. Dr. Mark Warner, senior vice president of Student Affairs, spoke to the groups and gave them all three goals to take on. The first was to leave a nickel in a soda machine to brighten someone ' s day since the price of soda went up from $1.20 to $1.25. The second was to pick up trash on campus to ease work for the cleaning staff, and the third was to appreciate the cleaning staff who worked so hard behind the scenes to keep our cam- pus clean. Dan Murphy, coordinator of student staff, also gave a presentation about customer service and how to appropriately answer questions and talk to parents and students effectively, according to Renter. EXECUTINii tne signature FROG dance, sophomore Mitch Ramey performs moves during the Thriller segment. The FROG dance was presented as a compilation of hits that included Four Minutes and What Is Love? Photo by Natalie Wall 32 feaiiAms ASKING the audience for help, a first-year student participates in Are You Smarter than a FROG? The mock game show addressed topics that related to college life: dorms, sex and personal hygiene. Photo by Natalie Wall AFTER choreographing the Genie In a Bottle part of the FROG dance, junior OPA Ryan Cury shows the FROGs and first-years his moves. OPAs and FROGs were responsible for creating dances for different portions of the performance. Photo by Natalie Wall On ntaiion 33 Heaping forward The FROGs also met with the multicultural representatives who were there to provide counseling for first-year students. This year, a greater emphasis was placed on the relationship between the FROGs, RAs and hall directors. They worked as one unit to be more involved in each group ' s events, and held meetings to plan larger get-togethers. Most impo rtantly, the FROGs met with the organizers of every event the freshmen attended, including move- in and freshmen assessment, in order to prepare themselves for the events. The freshmen were required to read The Federalist Ten by James Madison, an essay written to support the ratification of the United States constitution. The FROGs were prepared to answer questions and explain the significance of the challenging material. The reading was meant to mentally prepare first-year students for what college-level reading would be like. The students compared Madison ' s writings to those by Robert Yates, who opposed the Con- stitution ' s ratification. The freshmen arrived to find that the schedule for 1787 Orientation was jam packed with fun events designed to meet new people and ease the move- in jitters. Coming into orientation, I expected to meet a whole bunch of new people and to have an exciting, fun week, said freshman Ashleigh Gunderson. They definitely kept us busy and I had a lot of fun while learning about school. An ice cream social, a Taylor Down Under game night and a fair on the football field all helped break the ice. The freshmen had conversations with professors and a meeting with their advisers to ask questions about life as a student and to fully understand the responsibilities and demands of college work. ii Coming mto ori niMion, I e)( p3CUd io m et a i ohoie Icpanck of neifo people and to kdv an -CdLnQ, hn tA e k. Tk ij de lniieli k pi ias hasij... - mshman AsW i K C tAnd rson i — WITH hands in the air, first- years and FROGs throw caution to the wind during the FROG dance. The first- year students always love the FROG dance because it ' s full of energy and great songs, said senior FROG All Reeder. Photo by Natalie Wall 3H ' MiiAres A TRADITIONAL photograph is taken with Duke Dog during Quad Fest. First-years gathered after dinner with their FROG groups to enjoy activities and entertainment. Photo by . Wall HOPING to beat their odds, first-years play blackjack during Casino Night. Students were given fake orientation money at the door to use to play casino card games. Photo by Natalie Wall On niaiion 33 % I eaping Forward For the freshmen, the most beneficial part of orientation was meeting with the professors and advisors because they knew exactly what to expect... before stepping into their first class. Seeing orientation as a FROG made me realize how important that meeting was, and 1 am glad that the freshmen benefit from it every year, said Gray. Activities included an open mic and casino n ight, free movies such as Juno and I Am Legend, the Madison Beach Party at University Recreation Center, and even a pep rally. |MAD Is On mixed elements of The Price is Right and Family Feud to create a unique and interactive game show. A cappella groups, comedians, step groups, and dance groups performed their best for their freshmen audience at Jimmy ' s Mad Jam, and many of the freshmen also showed up to enjoy the show put on by Michael Anthony, a hypnotist. Finally, the FROGs held a closing ceremony to thank the freshmen for their participation and cooperation during orientation, giving a final performance of the legendary FROG dance. Without the encouraging and enthusiastic attitudes of the well-trained FROGs and OPAs, the orientation would not have been execut- ed to its full potential. SPECTATORS look on as brave first-years attempted the FROG dance. Dancing along, excited OPAs got into the groove, while others enjoyed the free entertainment. Photo by Natalie Wall 36 fe iiAms FIRST-years look fierce during America ' s Next Top Model, hosted by REACH Peer Educators. Questions focused on tiow to live a healthy lifestyle in college. Photo by Natalie Wall INTENTLY watching their FROGs, the first-years try to mimic the dance. During Quad Eest, the EROGs broke down the dance into parts in order to teach the first-years. Photo by Natalie Wall OneniaiLon 37 Crillinp Up AnikipdUon PURPLE and gold for Madison pride, new portable toilets decorate an on-campus parking lot. The portable toilets were placed in parking lots throughout the campus, adding spirit as well as convenience for tailgaters on game days. Photo b Natalie Wall By Caitlin Harrison Grilllnp Up Anticipation Students and alumni came together to celebrate Duke pride STAYING hydrated, junior Kelly S.-ihri ' keeps cool during the hot day. Hand decorated beer pong tables added spirit to the already pumped crowd. Photo by Am, Gwaliney tailgating at the university had almost become more popular than the football game itself. For each home game, students donned spirit beads and colored wigs and gathered in fields and parking lots to tailgate. Tailgating at the university was not just a time for grilled food and celebratory drinking, but also an opportunity for family members to visit students and join in the school spirit. Most of the fall football games started in the late afternoon or evening, so students started tailgating early in the day. A typical tailgate began with shopping for refreshments, such as hamburgers, hot dogs, buns and beer. The second challenge was finding an open spot in a parking lot. The parking lots adjacent to the bookstore, Godwin field and the Champions Drive parking deck near Zane Showker Hall had to be empty by 5 p.m. on Fridays to leave space for anyone who reserved a parking spot for the game. Many students had friends help them drop their cars off in the lots the night before the game in order to claim a spot. Tailgating and football games were also a great time for alumni and families to come together. Alumnus and former Dukes football player Bruce Morton tried to make it to every home game he could, to see old friends and enjoy good company. My favorite part is seeing some of the same folks every weekend and also reconnecting with some friends 1 may Tk t ' s part of ik r ASon I Ml tn love lA ' dkJVfYlA. Tk aimospkere on cdmpiAS on ame dat s iSjM-St amazi.n . -)Mn(or Ka.it.e IfYXorion = WITH a red cup and bean bag in his hands, senior Bient Kostkowski plays a game of corn hole. The university ' s parking lots were filled with students and alumni preparing for the first home football game of the season against N.C. State. Photo by Natalie Wall not have seen in years, said Morton. Catching up, reminiscing and sharing in the excitement of the game and how far both JMU and we as individuals have come. Bruce ' s daughter, Katie, also attended the university and had been tailgating with her parents, who were both alumni, since she was in diapers. It was always a big deal when we came down for games when I was younger because we would get to hang out with all my dad ' s football buddies and it was always such a fun experience, said Katie, a junior at the university. That ' s part of the reason I fell in love with JMU. The atmosphere on campus on game days is just amazing. The parking lots radiated with energy before the game on Sept. 20, when the Dukes played Appalachian State University. Students clogged the aisles between cars in the Hillside parking lot, and walking from one end to the other was nearly impos- sible. Students were seen on their cell phones trying to find one another, grilling hamburgers and hotdogs, and standing on the tops of cars. It was really exciting for me to go tailgating because in high school, tailgating was not a big deal. But here it ' s completely different, said freshman Emily Jorgenson. Tailgating is a great way to meet new people, relax a little, and most importantly, get pumped for the game! Many students also played drinking games like beer pong and corn hole. Something new to tailgating this year was the addition of the purple and gold portable toilets placed in various locations in and around the parking lots near Hillside, Godwin Field and Zane Showker Hall. Fraternities and sororities also got involved in tailgating. junior Piers Trickett, the social coordinator for Delta Chi, volunteered to organize his fraternity ' s tailgate, which involved shopping for food and drinks and helping other members of Delta Chi to park their cars in the various parking lots across campus. My responsibilities for the tailgates start on Friday, the day before the game, when I coordinate parking people ' s cars in Hillside lot so we have a space to tailgate, said Trickett. I also have to buy food, get the grill and give people rides to the tailgate. After everyone is already at the game, I have to coordi nate people to clean up what ' s left over and put it into cars. The Student Duke Club, an organization that gave students multiple benefits throughout the year, held a tailgate for its members before each game as well. Students received a T-shirt and a Student Duke Club card to use for discounts at various Harrisonburg businesses. I think that the Student Duke Club is a really great organization because you get free food at the tailgate, said junior Sara Riddle. We were also able to get into the game early! After spending time at a university tailgate, it was easy to see why the community was so spirited. Tailgating provided a great way for students, alumni and famihes to interact with one another before the football games. That ' s probably my favorite part about tailgating: meeting new people and just having a good time hanging out with fellow Dukes. 1 just think that it shows what a big family the JMU com- munity is and I ' m so glad I ' m a part of it, said Katie. T ' i a-imQ 39 TGIF By Lianne Palmatier h UPB provided free comedy for alternative Friday night fun ow do you know a comedian has done his homework? When he has Googled JMU to find out that James Madison ' s wife, Dolly, was hot. David Huntsberger of Premium Blend was the first comedian of the year to participate in Univer- sity Program Board ' s [UPB] Funny Freakin ' Fridays, an hour-long comedy show held on the first Friday of every month in Taylor Down Under [TDU]. After a long week of tests, projects and homework, students gathered in TDU to relieve academic stress. Leaving the week behind with a few jokes and situational humor allowed many students to relax an prepare for the rest of the month. Different brands of humor sometimes led to silence, but when a comedian bombed, students uld offer appreciative encouragement. Coiaadians heard chirping crickets, giving ea mident a chaiUfcto find out what he or she considered comedy. To cnTO t performers, we look at YouTube videos of comedians ajjj iau ji lSjho would be a good fit for JMU, said junior Kelly Patullo, president of UPB. But it ' s not a ' behind closed doors ' decision. I ' ve had e-mails from students who want to see certain performers come to campus. We do our best to make it happen. In September, Huntsberger — deemed the funniest person in Austin, Texas according to The Austin Chronicle — arrived on stage, remarking on Duke Dog ' s crown and getting the crowd pumped up. He joked with the audience about evolution and aliens, and asked for volunteers to come up and tell a joke or two. Throughout the year, students were encouraged to find their inner funny bone and make fellow students laugh, all in hopes of finding the next breakout star. A special student comedy showcase was planned for December. Hosted by Last Comic Standing semi- finalist, Adam Hunter, the show brought both profes- STARTINGouthis act, comedian David Huntsbergi ' i jokes about college life. Huntsberger was voted the funniest person in Austin, Texas according to The Austin Chronicle. Photo by Natalie Wall sional and student c Tedy together. This year is di erent in a couple of ways, said junior Annie Blemstt, UPB ' s director of special events. First, the stu pft comedy showcase is unique — while we have had. ident comedians open for profession- als, they have never been the main draw to the event. We want Pto see what fellow Dukes could do. This Pr also brought a chance for additional feed- back. Phough students were always asked to provide after the shows, this year allowed students )te on comedians they wanted to see perform Tring the spring semester. This feature was created further cater to students who chose this form of entertainment over a night of partying. It ' s a very good alternative social program that ' s engaging for students, said Patullo. A lecture on a Fri- day night might not be an effective form of entertain- ment. A comedian is. When 1 started this program last year, 50 people would come. [This year] September ' s event had standing room only. More and more people are choosing Funny Freakin ' Fridays. We try to make it an event that students can count on as fun entertainment and an alcohol alternative, said Blewett. We also seek to keep the comedians very diverse, yet universally funny. Laughing together was a way of connecting. Escaping cold weather with a cup of coffee, freshmen and up- perclassmen alike shared a sense of community. I wanted to see something on Fridays specifically ' HO f atiAres SARCASTICALLY staring at the audience, David Huntsberger engages the crowd. Huntsberger was featured on Comedy Central ' s Premium Blend, a half-hour show featuring rising stars in the stand-up business. Photo by Natalie Wall STUDENTS gather around the stage in Taylor Down Under, anticipating the night ' s entertainment. Sponsored by UPB, Funny Freal in ' Fridays gave students a chance to unwind after a stressful weel . Photo by Natalie Wall geared towards freshmen, said Patullo, who created the concept in 2007. instead of sitting in a dorm room being homesick, a student can go see con- sistent, accessible, fun and free entertainment in the welcoming atmosphere ofTDU. Whereas UPB events were generally one-time venues. Funny Freakin ' Fridays was held rain or shine in the laid-back atmosphere of TDU. I think an important thing about Funny Freakin ' Fridays is that UPB keeps it consistent, said Patullo. It ' s always the first Friday of every month, barring extenuating circumstances, so people always know it ' s coming. When we have enough notice that a comedian can fit us into his or her schedule, we ' re able to make the event more fun. In winter, we can serve hot chocolate. In February, we can theme TDU for Valentine ' s Day. We ' re also able to then publicize the event to make it more exciting for everyone involved. To keep audiences excited, UPB co-sponsored the event with other orga- nizations. This brought different crowds to TDU, ensuring that new enthusiasm for comedians was injected each month. In October, the Latino Student Alliance worked with UPB to bring Erik Rivera from the Latino Laugh Festival and MTV ' s Funny People After Dark. Known for his autobiographi- cal humor, Rivera gave a different perspective to growing up. The half-Puerto Rican and half-Guatemalan comedian showed at TDU dur- ing family weekend, focusing much of his routine on family matters. He joked about getting only one sneaker for Christmas and being forced to wait for his birthday for the other Likewise, he compared different ethnicities and their powers of arguing. Laughter filled TDU as students reflected on their own childhdwds. juniora indsey Andrews and Stephanie Herron had attended Funny Freakin ' ays since its inception the previous year, citing its alternative entertainment uption as a major draw. UPB contmued to bring programs that could be appreciated by all students as vwjll as visiting comedians. Blewett and other members of the special eventswpmmittee reached out to different comedians through the student-run, student-funded organization to bring a variety of educational and entertaining ents to campus. Assuring that comedians would not only show up, but alsowve a rewarding experience, meant contacting agents and maintaining profeaBonalism. Our program boag has a great reputation, said Blewett. We provide excellent hospitalitjwid deal with agencies in a professional manner The comedians enjoy the nue and the audience. Why wouldn ' t they come? fannij fr ktn ' fndaijs Hi Rock Around ihe Block § J , 1 M Rv Katie Thisdell Students explored what historic downtown had to offer EXCITED to intera with block par attendees, a SafeRidi member explaii how to get involve with theorganizatlo Booths fro businesses and studei organizations lined tf Walter Street parkir deck. Photo by Jut Slma Contestants stared down at their cheesy pizza slices, waiting to take their first bites. The eight tense students then devoured their sUces as their friends cheered them on. lust swallow, man, screamed an on- looker If you throw up, you ' re out. The pizza-eating contest was just one event from the fourth annual Block Party in the ' Burg. Hosted by Harrisonburg Downtown Renaissance and many other sponsors, the event was held to introduce students to the downtown area. The skies cleared just in time for the block party, but wet conditions persuaded volunteers to set up the stage and tables in the first floor of the Water Street parking deck rather than Court Square. A cappella performances, break danc- ers, free T-shirts, walking tours and free food ranging from iced coffee to hot dogs brought students into the historic downtown area. Even though downtown is so close, it takes students a while to figure out what ' s there. We really want to bridge that gap, explained Alexis Morehouse, promo- tions manager for Harrisonburg Downtown Renaissance. At the Student Ambassadors ' table, senior Britt Edstrom readied herself to lead the short walking tours of the area. I ' ve lived here for three and a half years... [but] after the training tour for the guides, I learned so much about Harrisonburg that I didn ' t know about, said Edstrom. Sometimes it seems like there are students, and then there ' s Harrisonburg, so this is an awesome way especially to get first-year students to immediately know about the city. Junior Tim O ' Keefe had a similar apprecia- tion for the opportunity. Living off campus for the first time, he said the town seemed new to him. 1 wanted to learn about the downtown my- self, said O ' Keefe, also a student ambassador. After I got trained to lead the tour, 1 really wanted other people to learn too. Beginning in the parking deck, O ' Keefe led his group past James McHone Jewelry, the Artful Dodger, Blue Nile, Glenn ' s Fair Price Store and the Shenandoah Bicycle Company. TREES on Fire band members entertain both students and Harrisonburg residents. Harrisonburg Downtown Renaissance chose bands based on solicited recommendations. Photo LOCAL coffeehouse and cocktail lounge, The Artful Dodger, took advantage of the block party to advertise its daily specials. Employees gave out 20 T-shirts at their table, along with three gallons of iced coffee. Photo by Julie Simcox H2 featiAms 0A . U ' J S 1 iter-. 1 mm ?f ■ rr ' iS 1 1 coffeehouse and co te lounge fSf. HBVL 1 ,t iwis j jr 1 mMyfrr 1 5H0- -CJW-KK ' ' . ' KiJrtifiiuKNii dni(nad«i| .( Mtc Ai d rvliolilc wmte widiini M.imicnhiiiE avntniinuv H ' nJei III itiiinn itd dudi ' iii .1ll h1ll HhIlJr(rrnij m) I iTiin4roft.iiii.jr I Juv to ' fflii SsiVRiilct mcmlffi  il( (fniiiL iltn-int; tlitcujH u a,i UimlwL -n hrf[iw h+i? org.F i: nr7 = ii Ambassadors were encouraged to take their groups inside to explore the shops as well. We want students to see the businesses and not just walk by, said Morehouse. The community is really the host. We re- ally want to specialize this just for students. We want this to be an educational and cultural experience. Businesses opened their doors, inviting guests to stop in. The owner of the popular Blue Nile Ethiopian Cuisine led students through the dining room, downstairs bar and lounge, and outside patio, where along with menus, there were also samples of him- basha bread sitting in a traditional bas- ket. We want you to remember us, said owner Engdawork Arefaine. Other businesses also appreciated the influx of customers in the downtown area. Shank ' s Bakery had a steady flow of customers looking at their bake cases full of cookies, cakes and other treats. As senior Bryce Nielsen admired what was available in the shop, he said, I ' m just smelling and looking and planning for the future. Nielsen had also participated in the pizza-eating contest with cheese pizzas donated from Luigi ' s. It was worth the experience, but maybe not the stomachache, said Nielsen, who took second place in the contest. I had to sign a liability contract beforehand, which was slightly intimidating. Other hits during the block party were the performances from a cappella groups, including The Bluestones, Overtones and Madison Project. Morehouse said they were scheduled early in the evening in order to draw more students to the event. Next year she hopes to expand the block party with a showcase of student bands. 1 think the JMU a cappella groups really added a lot to the kick off of the event, she said. They were really amazing musicians and that was proven by their fans who came down to hear them perform. The JMU break dancers also showed incredible talent and CONCENTRATING on his act, a local man performs for passers-by. Students from Bridgewater College, Eastern Mennonite University and Blue Ridge Community College also attended the block party. Photo by Julie Simcox toughness with their moves right on the asphalt. Charlottesville ' s Trees on Fire captured the audience midway through the block party with their unique blend of genres. Sopho- more Callum Boggs, a Charlottesville native, came to see friends in the band. 1 think having this block party is a good idea, but I don ' t think many [students] took advantage of it, said Boggs. Boggs also participated in the ice cream-eating contest, sponsored by Kline ' s Dairy Bar. With cups full of frozen custard-style ice cream, nine contestants prepared for a possible brain freeze. Spoons ready at the start, many faces looked pained as = = they scooped up the treat. Though he had never been to Kline ' s before, Boggs said now he cannot wait to visit the downtown location soon. Senior Maggie Purdon rolled the cup between her hands to warm up her ice cream. The ice cream fanatic said she entered to challenge herself but had never been to Kline ' s before. 1 think the block party is a good way to welcome students and make them feel at home away from home, said freshman Kathleen Murphy, who purchased a CD from Trees on Fire. Coming from the Richmond area, she was excited to see a vibrant downtown area. Freshman Yessenia Amaya also said she will probably go down- town again after seeing what it has to offer On the way here I saw a lot of places I had never seen before. Popular Harrisonburg reggae band, The Greg Ward Project, con- cluded the block party. Students jamming to the music stood by Harrisonburg residents in front of the stage, with young children dancing to the beat. Volunteering for the evening with brothers from Sigma Phi Epsi- lon, sophomore Thomas Pugh looked around as everyone enjoyed the lighthearted atmosphere. I haven ' t seen a person frowning yet, he said. I kaven ' i seen a. person Wi nin (jet -soi komore Tkom s Pu k = = g-tock Panvj m ike 3iArQ H3 I Coniedy Central he atmosphere was el ' ectric and the energy high as students packed the Memorial Hall audi- torium, buzzing with anticipation. Just about every floor seat was filled, and people were even filing up to the balcony for the bird ' s eye view. A spotlight shone down on one standing microphone next to a shorter microphone placed in front of a keyboard. Somewhere in the audience, an enthusiastic student chanted, WE WANT CRAIG! Hundreds of others chimed in. At 8:14 p.m., Craig Robinson burst through the curtains to an uproar. When the University Program Board (UPB) announced that Craig Robinson would be performing at the university on Sept. 13, many students didn ' t recognize the celebrity ' s name. Who ' s Craig Robinson? wondered senior Walter Canter. An actor and a stand-up comedian from Chicago, Robinson was best known for his recurring role as Darryl Philbin, the quirky warehouse foreman with the deadpan stare from the hit TV series, The Office. Oh yeah, 1 love that show, said Canter. As it turned out, so did many other students. In addition to small roles on other TV series, includ- ing Friends and Arrested Development, Robinson appeared in several film comedies, including his role as an emotional club doorman in the popular 2007 film, Knocked Up, with actor Seth Rogen. He worked with Rogen again as a sensitive hitman named Matheson on the 2008 cannabis-focused film, Pineap- ple Express. With such a background, few could have expected the kind of show that was in store for them. After a warm welcome, Robinson, a 6-foot-2-inch man built like a linebacker, silently took his seat at the keyboard and began playing the notes to a familiar childhood song. After some uncomfortable chuckling and awkward looking around, almost everyone began to participate. Robinson bounced around in his seat, enjoying himself. If you ' re happy and you know it, clap your hands, HH feaiiAfes everyone sang. They clapped. As he continued into the second verse, the audience clapped again. It ' s ' STOMP YOUR FEET, ' motherf---ers! Robinson hollered over the crowed, as he pounded down on the keys and stopped the music. Laughter trickled from the few people who heard him. It ' s ' stomp your feet, ' motherf---ers, he repeated in his soft speaking voice. Laughter exploded from the audience. This kind of twisted humor was typical of Robinson ' s perfor- mance that night. He employed the ad-lib style of comedy seen on shows like The Office and Arrested Development. Unlike most stand-up comedians, he did not appear to have a great deal of material prepared. Instead, he interacted with the audience. Robinson didn ' t even stand up, choosing rather to remain seated at the keyboard throughout the entire performance. He eventually started playing soothing elevator music. I bet this is what God ' s answering machine sounds like, he said in his soft voice that demanded to be heard. He resumed the tune. Hi. It ' s God. He played on, swaying in his chain I know what you want. Call back. The crowd exploded with laughter. After his act ended and he had run out of funny things to do on a keyboard, he asked the audience if a few people wanted to come on stage and sing in what he called James Madison Idol. To his sur- prise, about eight people came rushing up, two of whom wanted to be dancers. Each of the others approached the microphone and sang a song of his or her choice while Robinson played the key- FROM behind his keyboard, ' i ny i lubinson conducts a set that promotes audience participation. It was interesting that he played the keyboard. It brought an element to stand-up comedy that you don ' t expect to see, said senior Theresa Egan. Photo by Natalie Wall board. When one student appn sumed friend screamed her namt; if frightened by the blood-curdii] second there I was going to hav said Robinson. He proceeded tol shaping his hand into a gun andV One student began singing bow, but paused, having forgotiien the rest of the words. Robinson leaned over and told hajf it was fine, just substitute the words take your panties off, j ference to a joke made earlier in the night. When the singing contest the stage except for one young l y ofte of ( led the microphone, a pre- )and Robinson reacted as ; yell. Man, I thought for a I jump in front of a bullet, jiitate the young man ' s cry, ainting it into the crowd. lewhere Over The Rain- l «4ed ev She called into the audience and asked her h(. could give Robinson a kiss. Her boyfrieoishouted back, To everyone ' s surprise, she leaned over. gr;fr he and kissed him right on the mouth. As if-expectirlg-tliis obin? pulled her in. Men hooted and catcalledr-whije la iSs-shpolf eir heads in disbelief When asked aboufttlafeKdurmp and answer portion, Robinson said noncjiala time. ' Fans of The Office dominated ttie asking about the next season and whatrtTva show ' s hilarious cast. Several young wrom were curious about the show ' s star hanli inson answered all questions, ajid even song upon request rousiyig cheers from the wanted to know if Robinson was staying in Harrisont night, and if he would come to their parties. After the questibc Robinson came dpwn from the stage so people could meet him. The line stretched across the auditorium. After the show, reactions varied. It was good, but not greal ' . Too much dead time, said senior Matthew Slater, referringto the lulls between jokgs.pther reactions were more enthusiastic. He exceeded my expectations. Superb! said faculty member Dre Deleault. He may have not had to try very hard at foup dollars a ticket — practically a steal for a comedian of Robjriscm ' s caliber — but the night was not abouvexpectationsi-jtistlaughs. CmQ V-ohmson Holiday in Hburg ■ ■ ■ mfM 6v Rebecca Schneider Holiday m H burg Fans packed the Convo to see pop-punk band Boys Like Girls w « ▼ith Boys Like Girls headlining the Verizon Wireless r r Campus Tour made its very first stop at the university on Sept. 26. After spending a couple weeks at home in Boston, the four-member, pop-punk band hit the road for Harrisonburg. I guess we all had this dream to do this kind of stuff, [so] the fact that it ' s happening now is pretty awesome, said drummer John Keefe. We get to experience college without the... college. Bassist Bryan Donahue added, Without the homework! Boys Like Girls (BLG] received the most votes on a survey that University Program Board [UPB] released over the summer The student body ' s vote decides every major act that comes to the |MU campus; the UPB facilitates bringing that choice to campus, said senior Sean Santiago, vice president of marketing and communications for UPB. The organization met its goal of selling 1,600 tickets, not including sales from four days prior to the show. Many students jumped at the opportunity to see a great lineup of bands. 1 think it ' s really cool that )MU has organizations like UPB and 80 One Records who organize concerts like this, said junior Thomas Leahy, a musician who is involved in the regional music industry. As a special treat, local band The Friday Night Boys (FNB] opened the show at 8 p.m. Planning to go on a full-time tour next semester, singer guitarist senior Andrew Goldstein and other members showed their Duke pride by wearing jMU T-shirts on stage. To get the crowd fired up, Goldstein announced, JMU is the best place I ' ve ever been to in my entire life, setting the mood for the rest of the show. LIGHTS, born Valerie Poxleitner, took the stage next with her rhythmic and new-wave rock. The concert was the first day of her first tour, and she came from Toronto ready to rock out. When recording, she made all of her music using a computer and synthesizer, but while performing live she found it hard to be wonder woman. Accompanied by two musicians, LIGHTS had a ton of energy packed inside her small frame. Although most of the crowd members were not familiar with her songs, they still continued to clap and nod their heads along with the synthesized beats. Her new song, Ice, got the crowd dancing. LIGHTS ' energy helped build excitement for the main act. Cute Is What We Aim For came on next, and the whole crowd STRUMMING along to Broken Man, lead guitarist plays in front of the college crowd. We actually stole Paul fresh out of senior year in high school, so he never even had the option to go to college. We were just, like, ' Nope you ' re going on the road. Come on, ' said bassist Bryan Donahue. Photo by Natalie Wall H6 ' f o-iiAms SYNTHESIZING the beat, LIGHT opened for the main act and moved the crowd with her newest hit, Ice. The concert was LIGHTS ' first live performance on a major tour. Photo by Natalie Wall Stood up with enthusiasm. On their third tour together, the members of both BLG and Cute Is What We Aim For were very good friends, and the two bands complemented each other well. Cute Is What We Aim For played one of its well-known songs, Situation, and talked about the 2008 election, encouraging students to vote and be the change. During the last song, Prac- tice Makes Perfect, Goldstein from FNB jumped in to sing a few lines. After much anticipation, BLG came on at 10:30 p.m. With the seats and floor almost entirely filled, the band started with its hit Hero Heroine. Women screamed, fans sang along and the pit looked like a wave, with the mass of students on the floor jump- ing up and down in unison. People danced in their seats, while others moved closer toward the floor Playing Five Minutes To Midnight, On Top of the World and Learning to Fall, the band thrived off the energy radiating from the crowd. I hope that we can maybe change a couple of lives, and if that happens, that ' s awesome, said Keefe. The band succeeded in en- ergizing the students in the Convocation Center, leaving the stage sweaty and exhilarated after their hour-long performance. The members of BLG were down-to-earth and laid back. Well, we were just approached, you know, with the opportunity to do [the Verizon Wireless tour] and heard that Gym Class Heroes did it, and they all said it ' s a really good time so we figured, hey, why not? Let ' s do it, said Keefe. Through touring and radio play, BLG developed a devoted fan base within the past few years. which was apparent in the many homemade We Love Boys Like Girls T-shirts worn by concert-goers. Some fans were even more creative. We have this girl that comes to our shows, she ' s here and she, uh, she makes, cakes, in the shape of penises, said Keefe. And I mean, that ' s a little bizarre. And then she wants us to eat them. And it ' s like... he trailed off, laughing. Whether odd or not, the members of BLG enjoyed meeting their fans. I think my favorite [part] is that we get to, you know, play in front of kids every night, play music that we worked really hard on, and get to meet so many different people, and you get to do things like help people and stuff, which is really, really nice, said Keefe. The band responded to its Facebook and MySpace messages as much as possible, staying loyal to fans. When on tour, the majority of our afternoons really consist of interviews and meet-and-greets, whether it ' s through a fan club, or on this tour Verizon is setting up meet-and-greets, said Donahue. They did not seem to mind the press. It ' s cool... who doesn ' t like to talk about themselves? reasoned Keefe. The members of BLG had a reason to brag. From playing their first show in a small hall in southern New Hampshire, their hits landed them radio time and headlining tours. Practice, and if you want it bad enough, it can happen, advised Keefe. BLG was the proof that his advice was solid. With no regrets and another successful concert under the band ' s belt, it ' s been a long, fun ride, concluded Donahue. 3oijs Ui e Ciids H7 Trendy Tasie By John Fitzgerald A new downtown restaurant attracted students with its orginality t was a cool and quiet night in downtown Harrisonburg. The Ineon sign above the door glowed with a bright Clementine hue. Inside, senior Walter Canter accurately described the mood. The atmosphere is friggin ' sweet! It feels like you ' ve suddenly been zipped from Harrisonburg to some sophisticated, metro- politan hangout. Strange and vibran ffovere Wfells. The entire back wall was painted aj|iaght pattern of yellow and orange, with scattered blotches o mison. Lighting was dim, and giew noticeably dim- mer asJ Fiight went on. A candle was lit at the center of each table t provide a soft glow. - Although not very spacious in terms of seating, knentine fred a great place for conversation, as long as you diafct mind ;ing close. The menu, eclectic and classy, appeared sonlewhat confusing at first, as every item was listed in lowercase letters with commas between the side dishes. Each new line was a item, which wasn ' t immediately apparent as the items were rigj on top of one another. The beer selection was quite diverse, but the draft beers were limited in comparison to the wide array of bottled beer. Clementine boasted ales, Belgians, lagers, pilsners, stouts, and porters, and for heavier drinkers, there was the Delirium Tremens Belgian Strong Pale Ale. For customers interested in a non-alcoholic beverage, the water for the table was served in a fancy bottle. Slow-turning fans spotted the ceiling, and the speakers were tucked up in the rafters. A diverse playlist poured from the speakers, ranging from the urban techno beats of Ratatat to the soulful tones of Al Green. The music, along with the visual atmo- sphere, helped set a tone that could only be described as cool. As an entree, the Grilled Harris Ranch Steak Medallions were a popular choice. Ste medallions, a whipped and delicious mound of potatoes, and a pile of fresh green beans were only 14 dollars. The portions seemed dainty on first glance, but ended up feeling just right. The desserts, however, were a different story. Fill up on your entree and order some drinks, said senior Matthew Slater, because with the desserts, you won ' t get the same bang for your buck. By 9:30 p.m., the bar had just about filled up — but not due entirely to the appeal of a meal and drinks. While there was unique food, music and art at Clementine every night of the week, Tuesday nights held their own appeal. At 9:30 p.m., emcee josh Diamond led team trivia night at Clementine. Trivia night is definitely the best night at Clementine ' s, said senior liana Burger. We formulated the perfect team made up of friends from all different majors with the theory that H ' S f a.iiAms TEAMING up for trivia night, students test tlieir knowledge of the obscure. The cafe held trivia competitions every Tuesday night for teams with up to six players. Photo by Enn Bender we ' d have every category covered. ..but the questions were so hard! We never ever won, but it was so much fun to make up answers and make each other laugh. When we did know the answers and we actually won points, we ' d celebrate with delicious drinks. ..actually we did that when we lost too. Clementine Cafe was host to many differer ists throughout the year, from musicians to a Tteur filmmakers. The cafe consistently soughtj l types of creative folks that want to engage i pnd utilize our space. Bands from areas ranging TOvn Oklahoma to Philadelphia and cities as close asCharlottesville regularly appeared on stage. The bar itself was handsome H unique. The met- alwork over the lights and all y carpentry on the bar was hand-crafted by the owoBfand a few of his early waiters. r The restaurant ' s bal oom was divided into two parts by a glass vJSi that separated the toilet from view. The sink, s nnusual that it had operating mstructions, consis flat linoleuja qiiare. An l Dar in the basement provided chairs for lounging. Thursday nights attracted large crowds ith Rock Band, a video game that allowed players to realize their rock star dreams by means of guitar, bass, drum pads and a microphone. The console was hooked to a big screen television and wired to the room ' s speakers, acting as the sole source of music for the downstairs bar. Patrons prayed the players had some musical talent to share. Clementine Cafe took over Harrisonburg ' s Strand Theater in 2007 and quickly gained popularity with many students as well as community members. Although most downtown restaurants aimed to pro- vide customers with satiable and appetite-appealing cuisine, Clementine stepped up the ante with a mix of modern fare, music, games, art and local community events. The owners of Clementine Cafe prided them- selves on reclaiming their cultural integrity. ENTICED by Clementine ' s eclectic offerings, a group of friends peruses the menu. The restaurant changed its entrees often to keep customers coming back. Photo by Erin Sender STUDENTS and arrisonburg residents elax while tuning in to the Appalachian State game. The lounge at Clementine ' s boasted a 72 TV, used for Monday movie nights and extensive coverage of the 2008 election debates. Photo by Megan Mori Clementine H9 Safely I irsi -____ By leff Wasserboehr i ublic safety responded to growing concerns around Harrisonburg STANDING on the Sidelines at the football game against Appalachian State University, a university cop keeps guard. With the recent increase in dangerous activity, cops took extra safety measures, especially during a highly anticipated event like the game against the Dukes ' top rival. ' :.-.:, ;. -1 ' . G ' . ' .-a fney EQUIPPED with safety gear, a bicycle cop patrols the tailgating scene before the family weekend football game. Bicycle cops frequently showed up at tailgates to monitor students ' alcohol consumption. Photo by Julia Simcox the air stood still after the accident right by the intersec- tion of Bluestone Drive and Duke Drive. A crowd of stu- dents gathered around, hands cupped over mouths, eyes wide with disbelief. Sophomore Bria Jahrling had been hit by a silver Audi while crossing the street. The accident occurred during a red light and left Jahrling in serious condition. She was transferred to the University of Virginia Medical Center, where she was released nearly two weeks later. After a missed semester, recovery at a rehabilitation center and several cognitive therapy sessions, Jahrling revisited what happened on campus in January 2008. I never felt anger to- wards the school, she said. I ' m also not mad at the driver. I know it wasn ' t intentional. I guess more than anything, I was just bitter that someone could be so careless. Careless: the word that was so often associated with college students ' driving. Tiffany Lynn Martin, a senior who had also encountered a similar type of accident, agreed. People are just naturally im- patient at lights, they see green and automatically go without stopping to look or think. Martin ' s accident occurred while crossing the street on the corner of Bluestone Drive and South Main Street. The traffic light had turned green simultaneously as the cross signal for pedestrians to walk lit up, and the car turning left neglected to yield to the pedestrian. Luckily, in Martin ' s situation, a bicycle policeman saw the entire incident and was able to provide immediate assistance. Accidents like Jahrling ' s and Martin ' s happened annually on the large campus. Both students and faculty members worked hard to improve the traffic patterns on campus. I also think it might help to have traffic guards watch areas where there are no signals that indicate when a pedestrian can cross, said Jahrling. If there are people enforcing safe driving, drivers will be more likely to drive with caution and aware- ness of pedestrians. Traffic control was only one of the many elements to consider when it came to keeping the university a safe place. Incidenc- es of drunk driving, fear of gangs and drugs, and the looming prospect of a serious schoolwide attack were also things that the university took into consideration. The campus was in the never-ending process of preparing for the worst and hoping for the best. The university had its own police force incorporated into the public safety plan. Not only were there cruisers patrolling the campus, there were bicycle officers also on force. The bicycle patrollers became increasingly prevalent around campus. Their role was significant; they applied a stealth ap- proach to the policing game. Patrol officer Scott Drugo was re- cently featured in Rocktown Weekly. Typically we have some sort of excitement, said Drugo. It was a rare night when he did not have to pedal hard for one 50 feo-iiAfes IGNORING the signal, students cross the intersection between Bluestone Drive and Dul e Drive to get to class during a busy time of the day. Careful attention to traffic signals was of the utnnost importance at this dangerous intersection near where sophomcreBria Jahrling was hit by a car. Moto byAmyGwali: ii I dso tKink rt mi Kt K lp io kave- traffic (Aards iA aich. areas lAik re ikAre are, no signals thai indicate iA)i en a pedestrian can cross. If tWere are eojc)[6 e-nforcin safe driving, drivers uotil (c?e more Itkiskj to drive lAHtk caiAtLon and avoareness of pedestrians. -sophomore riajakrkn reason or another. There were six bicycle patrollers, and they enforced safety by gaining access to sidewalks, dirt roads and tough terrains that were otherwise inaccessible by larger police vehicles. The bicycle patrol covered land across the city of Harrisonburg, and predominately served to break up fights and enforce alcohol violations. Just as with other college campuses across the nation, there was always an issue brought up about alcohol. Though underage drink- ing was a national issue, innovative new programs were being ac- cepted at the university. The idea was to educate students and fac- ulty about the potential negative repercussions that came into play with student drinking. Senior Dara Silbert helped in the establishment of a designated driving program called SafeRides. What truly made this idea re- markable was that it was absolutely free — no cost to students. We would never ask for money or charge anyone. We under- stand as fellow students that money is an issue, said Silbert. The SafeRides cars started driving students in February 2007. As the name implied, the organization offered a service to students who were intoxicated or otherwise incapable of driving. It garnered much success since its initiation. SafeRides is most definitely growing, said Silbert. We have a little less than 200 members, which is the most we ' ve ever had. As the campus constantly expanded, so did SafeRides. The induc- tion of the idea into the school community was well-received as it continued to prevent both potential accidents and lawsuits week- end after weekend. The offer was campuswide. SafeRides is a non- judgmental organization that just wants to help provide a safer community, said Silbert. Safety was a concept that was constantly being remanded and updated. Tougher laws on alcohol, stronger police forces and traf- fic updates were all necessary in improving the quality of life on campus. In an effort to prevent incidents like the Virginia Tech shooting in Blacksburg, the university updated its emergency communication system. Considering the fact that social interaction was becoming more immediate every day, the university played into this concept, utilizing the knowledge to its advantage. Through the updated emergency communication system, students had the option of re- ceiving crucial information by text message, voice mail or blast e- mail. With the power of roommates, large social circles and a total schoolwide population of over 16,000, this made obtaining critical information easy. Whether it was through personal cell phones or by word of mouth, the information was readily available. As the campus grew larger in both acreage and population, admin- istration responded with additional safety precautions. The goal was to maintain a safe overall environment at the university. This meant con- stantly adding new programs and ideas in order to prevent similar ac- cidents to those that had happened in the past. I come here for an education, said senior Cathleen Chen. I ' m not here to get accosted for drinking, or get in a car accident. 1 just want to make it to my next class. ViAi iiu Ga.-feii j 51 Walk I or I lope Celebrate. Remember. Fight Back. As Relay for Life ' s mantra, those words brought hope to sur- vivors and others affected by cancer Relay was the American Can- cer Society ' s largest fundraiser for cancer research. The university gathered at Bridgeforth Stadium on a rainy Sat- urday evening in April 2008 to celebrate the lives of those who had survived, to remember those who had not, and to fight for a cure. The theme was Relaywood: Lights, Camera, Action. Teams set up tents on Godwin Field and decorated for the theme with Hollywood images. At the opening ceremony, a survivor spoke and told her own story of battling cancer before joining the survivors for a survivorship lap around the track. The fact that we can bring in so many different kinds of people, but all for the same cause is just amazing, remarked junior janessa Muraco, co-chair of the university ' s Relay For Life 2009. We are all fighting towards one cure, and to build a community together like that is incredible. Activities during the evening kept the celebration going. The acappella group. The Madison Project, performed, and Buf- falo Wild Wings held the highly anticipated Blazin ' Wings challenge where participants raced to see who could finish all the wings in their basket first. Other events at Relay included a crazy hat lap, a three-legged race, a pie-eating contest and the popular Miss Relay Pageant, where teams nominated a male member to dress THE first lap is the survivorship lap, which honors the survivors of cancer. The university raised more than $175,000 for Relay for Life, with donations made in honor of cancer victims and survivors. Photo by Leslie up in drag and participate in a swimsuit competition, talent and evening wear contest, and a Q A session. Later in the evening, the Luminarias Ceremony took place. Mem- bers of the Relay committee set up bags on the steps of the stadium that spelled out JMU and HOPE. As the luminarias were lit, si- lence fell over the crowd as they remembered those who had lost their battle with cancer Planning for Relay started months ahead of time. The Relay orga- nization had seven different committees that met throughout the year: survivorship, on-sites, donations, ceremonies, registration and accounting, publicity and luminarias. The survivorship com- mittee contacted survivors in the area and invited them to share their experiences. The on-sites committee got local groups to per- form the night of Relay and thought of ideas for the special laps and team competitions. Since Relay was run through a nonprofit organization, the dona- tions committee was in charge of contacting businesses for mon- etary, food and equipment donations. The ceremonies committee 52 feaiares signs. Although each participant received a Relay for Life shirt, teams often opted to create their own. fhato by Lt ,r Covin l al kf or Students fought off sleep to raise funds for cancer research Hope 1 By Steph Synoracki for rcincer rpsip irrh n handled opening and closing ceremonies, as well as contacting the event ' s speakers. Members of the committee were also the emcees. Registration and accounting took care of money and made sure teams were registered properly. The publicity committee worked to promote Relay and helped with Cancer Awareness Week. The members of the luminarias committee filled the bags with sand, set them up on the stadium steps, and lit the bags. Relay would not have happened without the co-chairs, who were really the backbones for Relay for Life and played a vital role in the communication between the American Cancer Society and the JMU Relay for Life, said graduate Alicia Romano, co-chair of Relay for Life 2008. The university had almost 200 teams participate in the event and raised $174,175.80 for cancer research, earning them the No. 5 spot in the nation for schools whose enrollment fell between 16,000 and 24,999 students. Some participants had been directly affected by cancer, while others just wanted to help the cause. Sophomore Antoine Ward participated to honor and celebrate my mom who is a breast can- cer survivor. As morning came, many were still walking around the track with friends. Participants believed that Relay was a worthwhile event and they enjoyed bringing the community together to fight for a cure. Every year Relay gets bigger and better because more and more students become aware of what a great event it is, said Romano. 1 have great faith that next year ' s Relay is going to continue on that path. plays a set in the middi of the rainy night. Otheial activities throughout the night included contests, games and a blow-up obstacle course. Photo by Leslie Covin V-daQ or Ilk 53 Behind I he Scenes Behind The By Matt Johnson sekeepers found joy in g with students, ssy conditions Scenes PROUDLY finishing her bathroom duties, Debbie Bogan mops her way out of the Treehouse bathroom. Bathrooms that were not accessible to housekeeping staff, such as those in Rockingham Hall, were cleaned by the residents sharing the bathroom. P io(o by Natalie Wall Stalls stocked with toilet paper, clean show- ers, and empty trashcans were often taken for granted by students living on campus. Many only realized the hard work done by the housekeeping staff once the weekend rolled around and the students were left to fend for themselves. At 4 a.m. on weekdays, while most students were fast asleep in their beds, housekeeper Floyd Reedy began his day. As students rolled over in search of a more comfortable position. Reedy was already on his way to work. While a few students hit the snooze but- ton on their alarms, Reedy started his long alght-and- a-half-hour workday as a member of the university ' s large housekeeping team. The housekeepers began their day of cleaning at 7:30 a.m. Reedy, who had worked for the housekeep- ing department for 11 years, began his days cleaning the bathrooms before he moved on to vacuuming, mopping and cleaning the trash rooms. One unusual aspect of the job that many students might not have known about was what Reedy referred to as poop patrol. Whenever there ' s football games, we go over to the stadium and [clean] the stadium, said Reedy. Pigeon poop. We ' re on poop patrol. We get to go over and get [poop] off of the chairs and stuff. While cleaning the stadium was not the best part of the job for Reedy and fellow housekeeper Tana Lam, the worst part of the job was actually when the resi- dents moved out, which Lam referred to as summer clean up. Housekeepers went through all the rooms in every dorm and did what they referred to as totaling, cleaning the rooms and getting them ready for the next set of residents. Summer clean up ' s the worst, said Reedy. We work harder when [the students] are gone. When the university was in session, one of Reedy ' s and Lam ' s favorite parts of the job was interacting with students. Although Lam joked about how some- times it was not so bad when certain residents left. Reedy said that without the residents, his job would have been dull. I like [housekeeping], I like being around the students. 1 don ' t mind the job. As far as the cleaning part and working around the students, 1 like that part the best of all. If 1 didn ' t get to interact with them, it wouldn ' t be worth coming in, said Reedy. Debra Bogan, a housekeeper in her seventh year, agreed that the residents played a big part in what made her job enjoyable. I love my boys, said Bogan. They ' re so sweet and good. They ' re very polite. They ' re always saying ' Good morning ' and ' Have a good day. ' If some students ' housekeepers didn ' t show up, the consequences were severe. Trash lined the hall- ways and scum built up in the bathrooms. Freshman Katherine Walthall could not imagine life without housekeepers. WITH their many tools at hand. Donna Smith and Debbie Morris get ready to clean up the Zane-Shovuker vending area. Aside from residence halls, housekeeping staff was also in charge of keeping academic and administrative buildings spotless. Photo by Natalie Wall 3H feaiiAfes I ' m not good at cleaning bathrooms. [The dorm would] probably get pretty messy and neglected, said Walthall. I guess we just expect [a clean dorm] and we don ' t really think about it. It ' s just clean when we get back [from classes] during the regular week. Sophomore Sara Hollands agreed that life without a housekeeper would have been inconvenient and dirty. She realized that many students took their housekeepers for granted. I appreciate what they do. Some people take it for granted because they expect it to be clean. Cleaning after people isn ' t a fun thing and I respect them [for it j said Hollands. Both Walthall and Hollands thought it was important to acknowledge their housekeepers. Hollands said she always said Hello, because ignor- ing someone would have been rude. Walthall agreed that being a friendly resident eventually paid off in the end. I always say ' Hi ' and have a conversation with her about my weekend and I ask her how she is doing, said Walthall. They ' re people too and you shouldn ' t ignore them. They could end up helping you out in the long run. Walthall ' s theory might have been true. Reedy enjoyed cleaning his dorms because he was able to have a good relationship with his residents. HeSaid that by the end of the year he knew his residents and they knew him. Also, Reedy thought that most students knew how much work housekeepers put into making the dorms livable. Having worked in housekeeping for so long, both Reedy and Lam had their share of good and bad experiences, from residents deciding not to use the toilet but the floor instead, to walls covered in smashed oranges and shaving cream. One year they put peanut butter on the toilet seat so you couldn ' t sit on it, said Reedy, The bad thing was that it had [whole] peanuts in the peanut butter. Although some college pranks seemed funny, others crossed over into vandalism, which caused a mess — a mess the housekeepers had to clean up. They just had an incident over [in my dorm] ... [residents] threw the pool balls through the wall, they just stood back there and threw it right through the wall on the other side, and then took one of the pool balls and put it in the toilet, and then the toilet wouldn ' t flush right, said Reedy. So they inally took the toilet off the floor and it had a pool ball [stuck] in the toilet. Whether it was vacuuming the hallway or cleaning peanut butter off a toi- let seat, housekeeping was not easy. But without their housekeepers, students would have found it hard to survive and would soon have realized that the dorm did not clean itself All the housekeepers asked for in return was a smile, a friendly greeting, and a thanks — and that the toilets were used for their , intended purpose. ii On (jear ik ij pwt pe nai hiAii r on ike toil i smt so ijoiA. cotAldn ' t srt on rt. The had iki-nQ iA as iko-i d kO-d JjAJkoi l. peanu-ts in ik p aniAt hiAiier. X. koiAS lAeeif er flqiAd V. di _ md t SWEEPING his way down the stairs, Gary Falls makes his way past the fifth floor of Eagle Hall. Cleaning the stairwells was a small daily part of the housekeepers ' long days. ; i m ' ,j t juu ' ie Yall HoiAselt ee in 35 imess Made Simple Physical activities on campus made staying healthy a breeze for students who craved an exciting workout regime, the uni- versity offered endless ways to stay active. Students had the opportunity to be involved in a variety of organizations that focused on exercise and outdoor activity, along with free member- ship to the University Recreation Center [UREC]. Varsity, club and intramural sports were popular throughout the year with different levels that catered to different athletic abilities. Frisbee golf became my only form of exercise my freshman year, said junior Connor Birknen It was so intense and 1 made a lot of friends at the same time. Freshman Kieran Rice said, Soccer keeps me in shape all year. It also keeps me motivated to run during the offseason. Varsity sports brought out the biggest crowds, but although they were most popular among spectators, other students enjoyed play- ing sports at a lower intensity. Club sports had the reputation of being more laid-back, although competition was still a large part of the programs. Teams traveled to other schools to compete through- out the yean I started participating in Club Swimming with a few of my friends, said senior Clare Flach. I was training for a triathlon and being in the water for at least four days a week really helped me get into shape. Students used the pool at UREC to swim casually, to train for meets or water polo tournaments, or just to play water basketball with a few friends. Lifeguards and EMTs were always scheduled in case of a problem. Classes such as kickboxing, yoga, Pilates, step and cycling were available at UREC. Students could sign up for classes online 24 hours in advance, choosing days and times that were convenient for them. Step classes worked well with my schedule and they were a ton offun, said junior Liz Town. It worked my entire body and always got my heart rate up, but 1 could also socialize with my friends at down points. Aside from formal classes, students who just wanted to work up a sweat and get their hearts racing could go to UREC at almost any time of the day. UREC was open both early and late to allow students the flexibility of going before their day officially started, or when they were done with classes and studying. All forms of equipment were available in the weight rooms for people of differ- ent training ability and levels. I spent most of my time in the weight room downstairs working on building muscle, said senior Will Pearce. There were times in the day when the gym was more crowded than others, but once I learned to work around those times, it was easy for me to get in the gym and get a good workout in. UREC also offered programs outside of its main facility, including group trips that allowed students to broaden their horizons. Rock climbing, caving, hiking, horseback riding and camping trips were all organized by UREC throughout the year Students could sign up online or in the building if they dis- MENTALLY preparinq himself, senior gets ready to bench another 90-pound set. The downstairs weight room at UREC was popular among many of the males at the university. P ioto by (my Qwakney 36 feaiiAres covered a trip that sparked their interests. I went camping with a group of students over a week- end in the Shenandoah National Park, said senior Emily Hoffman. UREC provided any equipment that we did not already have. Students who did not want to attend an organized event had the opportunity to get a group of friends together and go camping on their own. Hiking and bike trails were popular among students who wanted to take advantage of the outdoors. My friends and I all got together one weekend and decided to go camping and hiking for one day and night, said sophomore Adam Hicks. We used tents that we had brought from home and went hiking for an entire Satur- day. It was a great way to explore the valley. I started mountain biking a lot my freshman year and then got all my friends involved, said junior Andy Koch. We usually go to George Washington National Forest or Reddish Knob. There are some great trails out there. Students got involved in many other outdoor activities around campus. Some rode their bikes to class, walked to work, or took their dogs for a daily stroll down Port Republic Road. I rode my bike to class whenever the weather allowed me to, said senior Eileen Graham. I was able to get my exercise in without making an extra trip to the gym. Senior Ali Anderson acknowledged it was a long walk from Devon Lane every day, but it was worth it when the weather was nice. I felt refreshed when I made it to my classes because the walk always woke me up in the morning. Students also enjoyed the parks near campus. Tennis courts, basketball courts, tracks and playgrounds were available for public use around Harrisonburg. I took my dog for a walk every weekend at Purcell Park ON the multi-use court at UREC, senior Mike Richardson steals the ball from senior M : -m . Volleyball and basketball pick-up games occurred often in the gymnasium. Photo byAmyGwaltney when it wasn ' t too cold, said junior Tiffany Burbic. The track made it easy for me to make my way around without my dog getting into any trouble. Students looked off campus to find classes offered in the city too. Dance studios, karate classes and cage fighting were all available throughout Harrisonburg. Less intense dancing could be found at lo- cal restaurants on certain nights of the week for anyone interested. 1 found Dancing with Karen [a ballroom, Latin and swing dance studio] last year when 1 was looking for a place to continue dancing, said junior Andrea Mueller. 1 started dancing when I was six and have been doing it ever since. I was scared that I wouldn ' t find a place to dance when I came to school. The university provided students with a variety of opportunities to stay active around campus, from walking to class to relieving some stres s with a karate lesson. ENJOYING a sunny day, junior iVIaryShindler tosses a Frisbeewith a friend on the Quad. Students found the Quad ,i relaxing place to hang out with friends, play with flogs and have a catch. . hoto by Amy Gwaltney ydaijs io Gt ij Active 57 loo Years lo nememt3er IN celebration of 100 years, students, faculty and staff gather on the Quad for an unusual picture. Participants were allowed to keep their gold or purple placard as a souvenir. Photo courtesy of JMU Photography Service ' - BENT over his keyboard in concentration, stand-in keyboardist Robert Smith accompanies Mae during their set. Mae ' s original keyboardist left the band in 2007, so Smith stepped in and toured with the band when necessary. Photo by Rebecca Schneider marks a span of ti.m m lA kickJVfYlA kas Qroi On so m.iAck. 3iAi (t csn ' t ike fmtsK Ime h caiAse iker ' s so miAck more to see and so manij more j laces io Ojrovo. - [AY {or Candace Avalos EXTENDING neaily to the end of the Quad, students wait in line to , pick up their tickets to I the free Mae concert. (Dear Dear, a band formed by university students, opened [the concert put on as I part of the centennial I celebration. Photo by ' Rebecca Schneider d feaiiAres ZOO lA s [o Kememkper The Centennial highlighted university history in a weeklong celebration it One of the first things I remember hearing when 1 was visiting JMU the summer before my freshman year was that 1 would witness the centennial, said junior Candace Avalos. It felt awesome to know that 1 was going to partake in such an important time in history where we can celebrate our progress over 100 years. Students present during the 2007-2008 academic year were fortunate enough to be a part of a historical celebration. The centennial celebration began on Monday, March 10 with a com- munity university reception in Memorial Hall. The reception was by invitation only, and it was in celebration of the local support for the placement of the university in Harrisonburg when it was first founded. The Crazy Centennial Celebration Commons Day took place on the Commons midweek and was put on by the University Program Board [UPB). Students could get temporary spray tat- toos, purple snow cones and university themed drinks. After the Commons Day, students made their way over to the Quad for the All Together One Hundred photograph. Seniors received gold placards, while the underclassmen, staff, fac- ulty and alumni received purple placards. The students holding purple cards outlined the gold ' 100 ' that was created by the se- niors holding up their cards. A few students held up other ob- jects, like a skateboard or a dif- ferent colored T-shirt, in hopes of standing out from the crowd in the photo. The photo was tak- en from the top of a ladder at the front of the Quad, and also from a plane that flew over the Quad numerous times. Senior Jeremy Winston created a Facebook group for the pho- to. Being there for the picture leaves a historical mark in your memory as well as on the cam- pus, said Winston. 1 created the group so I could show off the ap- preciation and pride that exists for this institution. Not only was I standing next to my fellow stu- dents, I was also standing next to staff, faculty and members of the Harrisonburg community. I think it is special that we all could come together as a whole to celebrate exactly what the ' I was there! ' card says: All Together 100. Wednesday ' s events concluded with a faculty emeritus reception, which was a formal unveiling of the emeritus bricks on the west side of Carrier Library. University President Linwood H. Rose; Dn Joanna Carr, the senior vice president of University Advancement; and Nancy O ' Hare, the president of the JMU Emeriti Association, all spoke at the ceremony. The Madison Cup Debates took place Thursday, March 13 from 8:30 a.m. to 7 p.m. The James Madison Day Commemorative De- bate took place annually during Madison Week. It was open to any college, according to graduate Claire Evans, a public relations ma- jor who helped promote the debate. Each of the participating six pairs argued for or against the debate topic: whether the United States should chart a new course toward peace in the Middle East. The university ' s debate team selected the topic based on issues that affected the U.S. The debate pair from Johns Hopkins Univer- sity, who argued the opposing side of the topic, was awarded the Madison Cup and $5,000 on Friday during the final round of the debate. Friday, March 14 was officially James Madison Day, and was stacked with centennial events. Some events, like the Centennial Campaign Luncheon and the Dingledine and Johnston Portrait Un- veiling, were by invitation only. Governor Tim Kaine spoke in the morning at the Convocation Center and delivered the Centennial Address to students, faculty, staff and Harrisonburg residents. Friday afternoon, guests were invited to attend the dedication of the new statue that was placed in front of the College of Integrated Sciences and Technology build- ing. The statue depicted a larger-than-life-sized James Madison, holding a quill and a piece of paper. Bruce and Lois Forbes, class of 1964, donated the statue. Saturday ' s events consisted of fireworks and a concert. Saturday morning was Madison Fest, a centennial celebration event for stu- dents and residents of the Harrisonburg community. In the evening, a concert was held in the Wilson Hall Audi- torium. Students began to line up for Mae and the opening band Dear Dear starting at 3:30 p.m., and the concert began at 6:30 p.m. Wilson Hall was not packed to capacity, but students enjoyed the eye-catching backgrounds and slideshows the bands used dur- ing the show. Mae played some of their popular songs, including Summertime, Suspension and Embers and Envelopes. The centennial week concluded on Saturday evening with fireworks and hot chocolate outside the Festival Conference and Student Center. The centennial is important because it marks a span of time in which JMU has grown so much, said Avalos. But it isn ' t the finish line because there ' s so much more to see and so many more places to grow. CeniennLd CdehraiiOn 39 Going Green By Steph Synoracki Students, faculty and staff took initiatives to become more environmentally friendly as many students arrived on campus for the fall semester, they noticed the changes to the campus environment. These changes, both subtle and obvious, were part of the university ' s initiative to participate in the Go Green phenom- enon that seemed to have taken over the nation. One of the most notable changes students found was in two of the university ' s dining facilities. Both D-Hall and Mrs. Greens went trayless to help conserve water and the energy spent by washing so many trays on a daily basis. Students brought their concern for the en- vironment to the university ' s attention, ac- cording to Dining Services Director Stepha- nie Hoshowen President Linwood H. Rose took the comments to heart and designed a program to make the university a greener campus. Rose organized the Institute for Stew- ardship of The Natural World to aide in preserving natural resources and helping the local environment. This program, led by Executive Director Christie-Joy Brodrick Hartman, was divided up into five core areas: awareness, education and research, operations, campus accessibility, and poli- cies and practices. Each committee was in STANDING thigh-deep in muck, senior U-i1 Joyce fishes out a TV EARTH club spent an afternoon in September removing trash from the pond in the Aboretum. Photo by Megan Mori 60 fe iiAires charge of developing initiatives and strategies relative to its focus area. The organization worked to provide environmen- tal stewardship at the local level as well as regionally, nation- ally and internationally. The institute planned to build a new Leadership in Environ- mental Energy and Design [LEED) certified dining facility on the east side of campus. In order for the building to be LEED- certified, it was required to use recycled and sustainable materials in the [construction], be energy efficient, and meet certain landscaping qualifications, according to Hoshower. The new green dining facility was planned to open in the fall of2009. Hoshower noted that the university took on many initia- tives to reduce [its] ecological footprint. In all of the dining facilities, environmentally friendly reusable bags were avail- able for purchase. These specially designed bags were used to carry food back to the dorms or apartments instead of the plastic bags that were previously the only option. Java City and Starbucks on campus also helped in the effort by offering Fair Trade coffee, which supported sustainable and equitable trading relationships. At the beginning of each year, students flooded D-Hall to pick up the new reusable mug, designed around recycling. Eco-friendly efforts seemed to be everywhere. Dining Services bought products from local growers as much as possible. Some members of the student government association went to an apple orchard and hand-picked apples that were served in D-Hall. Some of the more subtle environmental changes had been in effect since the previous year. All university buses ran on SENIOR Alis ' .,i vV.ilsli, junior Justine O ' Neill, and freshman Meredith Routt empty containers of pond water before placing them in a trash bag. Volunteers wore waders and boots to protect their pants and shoes from pond water and mud on the banl s. P(7olo by Megan Mon SHALLOW waters hide litter at the edge of the pond, causing volunteers to keep their eyes peeled for sunken objects. Although Earth Weekin April was EARTH club ' s main event, club members kept busy in the community throughout the year. Photo by Megan Mori Jrm (aoes Oimen 61 | Going Green DANGLING garbage from her gloved hand, junior Jui.tine iJ ' Nfilt pauses toshowoff her find. EARTH club members also participated in a similar cleanup day at Blue Hole the same weekend. Photo by Megan Mori As ( anmraiij, an mstliiMlon of k k x leamnQ, tAie m a. mod [ or hoiAi God ii j shoiAld (? or koiAi d coiAd k? . It is ap to w5 to sKoiA soccettj iA)K t (t ca.Y m an to he siAStainahU. . , -senior TiXanm C men biodiesel fuel that was better for the air. Other university vehicles used an eth- anol b lend. Incandescent campus lights w ere replaced with fluorescent lights and low-flush toilets and urinals were installed. With all of these changes, Rose ' s plan was to make the university a more eco-friendly campus and en- courage students to actively participate in the initiative. I think it is really great that JMU is taking the initiative and going green, said junior Liz Towson. They are making major and minor changes around campus from new green construction to going trayless in D-Hall. And as much as 1 dislike [not having] trays, it has given me the opportunity to contrib- ute and do my part. Sophomre Andrew Piske felt the same way. JMU is making a worthy and admirable effort to make the campus greener and the university ' s concern is very apparent to the students. The university hoped to work with the City of Harrisonburg to make a com- post mixture that was mor e environmentally friendly. The mixture comprised the university ' s food, waste and lawn and tree clippings. The compost was used in landscaping on campus. The Institute wanted all of campus waste fryer oil to be recycled into a feedstock for biodiesel fuel production, said Hoshowen This biodiesel fuel would then have been used to run university buses. The university also continued to build a relationship with farmers in the Harrisonburg area. Rose believed that it was important to realize that actions would have an impact on the future; the natural resources that were preserved would last far into the future. Marley Green, student representative to the board of visitors, presented an idea for a student center for sustainability. Here, students and the community would be able to explore all the ways they can reduce their environmental footprint, said Green. To help, Hoshower suggested that students use the recycle mug, buy used textbooks, purchase Fair Trade coffee from Java City and Starbucks, and re- 62 f atiAres A POSTER in Chandler Hall ' s trash room reminds residents to recycle. The university participated in RecycleMania, an annual 10-week competition held from mid-January to late March to promote waste reduction. Photo by Kim Lofgren V cycle. Hoshower also suggested that students check out green Web sites that provided tips for how each citizen could do his or her part to help the environ- ment. On a campus our size, we have an opportunity to make a significant impact on what goes into the waste stream and how much energy and water is used. The university participates in efforts because it ' s the right thing to do, not be- cause it ' s the latest trend, said Hoshower. She also believed that if the uni- versity could impact the students to carry out the green message, they could better influence future leaders. Green also thought it was extremely important for the university to be part of the Go Green effort because as a university, an institution of higher learning, we are a model for how society should be, or how it could be. It is up to us to show society what it can mean to be sus- tainable. He suggested that students welcome the idea of biking, walking or taking a bus to campus more often. We need to reduce the amount that we buy, consume, and throw away, said Green. If every student did that, they would be doing their part to help the environment. All of the efforts that the university employed will ultimately result in changing our culture, community, and campus to a whole new definition of environmental stewardship, said Hoshower, all the more reason to con- tinue the commitment throughout the university to help the environment. FRESHMAN Meredith liijuii digsaround in shallow water to retrieve a piece of trash. Aside from cleaning up areas of campus, EARTH club focused on improving the university ' s environmental record with regards to areas including sustainability and recycling. Photo by Megan Mori JynU (aoes (amen 63 Pay li Forward Craig Scott d n his message by saying he did not hate the two youn men who murdered his sister and two best friends. The audiente ' sat in silence. As a survivor of the ColunijiiJiie High School massacre, Scott spoke with kindness and cofl |s £n at the Convocation Center Standing on a podium betweeri fc gttot video screens, Scott spoke to an audience that practically filTe3aii entire side of the are- na. He gave a harrowing firsthand account of theT.olumbine High School shootings that took the lives of 12 student jaae ts her and both shooters on April 20, 1999. The first person killed at Columbine was Scott ' s older sMgr, chel Joy Scott. Rachel was known as a girl filled with compass! who went out of her way to make others feel better and who lived life to the fullest every day. Scott struck a chord with the audience when he explained that Anne Frank was his sister ' s role model. He emphasized two impor- tant connections between the girls: both wrote journals filled with hope, and both would be remembered through these journals. A month before the shootings, Rachel wrote an essay in which she said, 1 have this theory that if one person can go out of their way to show compassion, then it will start a chain reaction of the same. In tribute to Rachel, her family created the nonprofit organiza- tion, Rachel ' s Challenge, which reached over 1.5 million people per yean Through this organization, Scott and his family took turns speaking to audiences across the United States, challenging them to follow five life rules: Choose positive influences, keep a journal filled with life goals, show acts of kindness to others, eliminate dice and tell those you care about that you love them. .ti ' L ' nci%,jjj entation, audience members were encouraged to sigl eir n iiiii m 1 1| inin i hanging on the wall. The banner said, 1 accept Ra During Scott ' s presenta! 6H features tional rollercoaster ride as he retold his tale of what happened at ColumBine, including seemg his two f §£ s shot and killed in the school library. His story wasa?ttJft paniec! by local TV news videos from a Channel 4 News report as well as 3 9 4 311 from a eacher also stuck in the library. - Hk ' ' The Convocation Center took on an eerie atmosphere a Scott shared some of the events that transpired after his sister ' s death He recalled how his sister always said she knew she was going to die young, but she knew would be famous and make an impact on the world. Even stranger was the story Scott told about a man in Ohio who had a recurring dream of a girl ' s eyes crying, her tears falling upon a rose growing from the ground. He had this dream every night after he saw Rachel ' s picture on the television. When he contacted Rachel ' s father and asked him if it meant anything to him, he po- litely replied it did not. The next day, her father picked up Rachel ' s bag from the police station where it had been kept as evidence. In the book bag was Ra- chel ' s journal and on the last entry there was a drawing of a girl ' s tears falling upon a rose that was growing out of the ground. This entry was made during the class period before the shooting; her teacher had seen her drawing it. There were 13 teardrops in the picture and 13 people were murdered by the shooters that day. At that point, it seemed as if everyone in attendance was about to drop his or her head in grief. Every time audience members got lumps in their throats and were holding back their tears, Scott softened the mood with some much-needed comic relief. Junior Tiffany Feathers said Scott told a powerful story, but she most enjoyed how he showed his funny side by demonstrating sqme of his dance moves. Others students, including senior Nichole Pulkowski, found a dee r meaning amid all the laughter and tears. You ' re not always that nice pers fej vho helps everyone out, said Pulkowski. 1 want to be that pe n that is nice to everyone. Pulkowski also said she heard Rachel Scott ' s father speak when he visited the univeisity the previous year, but this event provided a different perspective bemuse Scott was there at the shooting. junior Erin Plecker said that she heard how inspirational Rachel ' s father was at last year ' s presentation, which caused her to attend this year ' s event. In fact, her father wasf o motivating, the first uni- versity chapter of Friends of Rachel ' was started here at the uni- versity. At the beginning of the presentation, Friends of Rachel presented Scott with his own T-shirt and dedared him an honor- ary Duke. Many audience members expr l desire to become a part of the university ' s chapter. After Scott completed his 90-minute presentation, hundreds of audience members stood inline waiting for their ance to tell him they accepted Rachel ' s Challenge. FRIENDS of Rachel group members wear T-shirts with the university chapter ' s motto on the back. The mantra encompassed Rachel ' s message of compassion. ' now by Shaina Alien V. cke[s Ckdlen 3 65 [l urni Bapels By Matt Johnson Fire destroyed a popular breakfast destination david Jerlinski, the owner of Mr. I ' s, was just about to leave for work when his brother called him and said the deli was burning on the news. I just didn ' t know what to imagine, and when I pulled up there everything was in a blaze and I thought it was totally burnt down, said jerlinski. It wasn ' t, but it ' s almost as bad as being burnt down with all the smoke damage and water damage. It was just horrible, just a big mess. Mr. ) ' s had opened its doors to the Harrisonburg community 19 years prior, when owners David and jo Jerlinski got the idea from their cousin. After they discussed the suggestion, the two made the move to Virginia to open Mr. J ' s. My first cousin moved down to Harrisonburg about a year and a half before we did, said David. We came to visit and we just liked the area. When we decided to move down here, we needed a job, so my cousin suggested bagels. We looked into it in New jersey and went to bagel places, and then moved down. Since the opening of the first Mr J ' s on East Market Street, the business expand- ed to two other locations, first to Rocking- ham Square in 1998 and then to Harmony Square in 2002. But on the morning of Sept. 11, the Rockingham Square location burned down after a fire as started in the Chinese restaurant next to it. Students were devastated by the news of the fire. Senior Victoria Eberle and sophomore Tara Higgins remembered feeling shocked and saddened. Others guessed who had started the fire in the Chi- nese restaurant. New China, which fire officials determined was arson. I figured it ' s probably an employee, said junior Mallory Wein- gartner. That ' s the first thing I thought of [when 1 heard about the fire], it ' s probably some angry person that worked there. Luckily for students and other customers, the owners planned to fully rebuild the deli by the spring of 2009. During the rebuild- ing process, customers were still able to choose between the two other locations. Since Mr. J ' s was built in 1990, it had become a popular off-campus spot for many students. Higgins considered Mr. J ' s to be a social arena on the weekends, while Weingartner liked it because it was the only place she could get a quick breakfast, unlike IHOP and similar places where there was a long line on Saturday and Sunday mornings Eberle however, just enjoyed Mr. J ' s for its bagels, calling them great hangover CONES line the Rockingham Square parking lot after a fire burned down one of the three Mr. J ' s Bagels and Deli locations. The Rockingham Square location was the second Mr. J ' s location built, established in 1998. . by Angela Barbosa WITH the line to the door, a mob crowds into Mr. J ' s at the Harmony Square location. Mr. J ' s bagels are like heaven, said senior Katherine Norris. I don ' t know how to describe it, they just are. ' i fc by Lucy Romeo 66 feaiiAr s A CHAIN-LINK fence, caution tape and barbed wire prevent pedestrians from entering the destroyed Mr. J ' s. Numerous precautions were tal en to protect the pedestrians and prevent the burned location from sustaining further damage. Photo by Angela Barbosa THE Rockingham Square deli remains closed to customers. The burned down Mr. J ' s forced regulars to frequent the other two locations in Harrisonburg. Photo by Angela Barbosa food. David realized how important the university ' s community was to Mr. J ' s. I wonder how business would be if JMU wasn ' t here, said David. We probably wouldn ' t have three stores because there probably wouldn ' t be a need for it... business would be a lot less. But with the university ' s student body reaching upwards of 16,000 students, the success of Mr. J ' s was something David never had to worry about. With plenty of customers, he was able to enjoy his favorite part of the job: meeting the regulars. David enjoyed being able to interact with customers and meet new faces, especially the students. The people he had been able to meet over the years of be- ing in business touched his life. He said he was happy that his store was a popular spot for many students, but knowing that sometimes gave him a big head. Many students hoped that Mr J ' s would continue to be a part of the community. Of course, for some frequenters of the bagel shop, life was different without Mr. J ' s Rockingham Square location to go to every week for their daily breakfast needs. But students continued to frequent the other locations. This year we come every other week, and buy a bunch of bagels and bring them home, said Weingartner. Whether it was the delicious bagels or the social atmosphere, Da- vid hoped that students continued to come and enjoy his bagels — even if it was to just nurse a hangover rf[r.Js 3 Qds X)ek 1he Boys Are Back In lown The Boys Are JBilf g f By Ariel Spengler Back In Town The local band, The Friday Night Boys, gained a national fan base every Saturday morning, students piled into Gibbons Hail to fill their stomachs with a hot breakfast. Hair unwashed and adorned in sweatpants, the only other plans some of them had made for the rest of the morning was to get back into bed. Senior Andrew Goldstein, on the other hand, was headed down the highway with his bandmates to perform another show along the East Coast. This had become a regular occurrence for the founder of the power-pop band, The Friday Night Boys (FNB]. I just wanted a less serious band that was based around having fun, said Goldstein, who formed the band in the winter of 2006 and was surprised by its rapid rise to fame. Fun was an understatement for FNB, whose catchy songs reflected their upbeat and fun-loving personali- ties. Vocalist guitarist Goldstein and his three other bandmates, vocalist guitarist Mike Toohey, bassist Robby Reider and drummer vocalist Chris Barrett, worked together to create a unique sound that their listeners could enjoy as much as the band did. Their fan base in northern Virginia attracted the attention of the influential TV station, MTV. Since their appearance on Total Request Live [TRL] in the sum- mer of 2008, life for the band had been nothing short of a whirlwind. The fan response, especially online, has grown tre- mendously, said Goldstein, talking about the band ' s popular Web sites on both MySpace and purevolume. Their MySpace page had reached over two million views since its founding almost two years ago, with an average of 12,000 visits to the site each day. Following their TV appear- ance, FNB obtained a record label from Fueled By Ramen Records, an indie label that represented bands such as SINGING the harmony to Thursday Night Pregame, vocalist guitarist Mike Toohey embraces the crowd ' s energy. The band ' s label, Fueled By Ramen Records, also sold FNB merchandise on its Web site. Photohy Natalie Wall 6 featiAms Panic At The Disco, Gym Class Heroes and Paramore. After signing with Fueled By Ramen Records in the summer of 2007, FNB released three albums within a year and a half. TRL was a huge help for iTunes sales as well, said Goldstein, referring to their most recent Extended Play (EP) album, That ' s What She Said, which was released October of 2008. They planned on touring for the remainder of the year. It was tough for the band to move around as much as it did. However, FNB was ready to make that commitment. Although band members usually re- sided in Fairfax, Va., the group relocated to Harrisonburg so Goldstein could finish his senior year at the university. It has been hectic, said Goldstein, a psychology major who juggled 18 credit hours along with touring. I am almost never here on the weekends because we are playing shows. FNB believed it was worthwhile, however. In the months that they were on tour, they visited cities such as Boston, Philadelphia and New York City. The major setbacks are not getting enough sleep and not being able to go to Highlawn [Rocktown Grille], admitted Goldstein, with a laugh. While most weekends the band had to live without the familiar sights of Harrisonburg and the university, there was one special occasion where they combined both the band and the university. In September 2008, FNB opened for Boys Like Girls in the university ' s Convocation Center. It was incredible, sa id Goldstein, thinking back to that night, which Goldstein WITH drumstick in hand, drummer Chris Barrett points out to his fans. Band members l ept their trailer full of equipment in the Hunter ' s Ridge Apartment Complex parking lot during the year. Photo by Natalie Wall fndaij Tligfit 3oijs 69 Tfie Bovs Are Back In lown said had been one of the most memorable shows the band played. It was awesome sharing the stage with a band that has been playing for such large crowds for quite some time. Boys Like Girls had not been the only band to attract large crowds that night. FNB was approached by fans of their own. A lot of high school students came up to us after the show, said Goldstein, who confessed that the high school age range found their songs more appealing than the college students. Our primary audience is more based around teenage girls. It was no surprise that girls fell in love with FNB. Their good looks and addicting songs were an attrac- tive combination. What continued to surprise most people was the fact that Goldstein single-handedly wrote and recorded all of their songs. As for inspiration, 1 usually go out and party and something funny or random happens each time, said Goldstein. 1 wake up the next morning and write something down. The result was almost immediate success. With albums under their belts, FNB was prepared to take the music industry by storm. Goldstein had not yet decided upon whether he would pursue graduate school. We will see what happens, said Goldstein. I would be interested to play a show [in Harrisonburg] sometime. Perhaps the university had not seen the last of FNB. 70 feaioLfes ii REPRESENTING the university, senior and band frontman Andrew Goldstein roci s out with his fellow bandnnate IVIil e Toohey. The band enjoyed being able to combine both aspects of their life into one show. Photo by Natalie Wall It kas he n keciLC. I am. almost n v r here on ik iAi k6nde k c X(XS ia)6 M pU in -s Y m hnd.m S) G{o[dsi i.n 6k0lA)S. fndau) Tligfit 3oijs 71 Gearlnp Up WITH the increase of students and lack of parking, bike racks were filled to capacity. It was not uncommon to see the overflow of bikes chained to trees, posts and benches. Photo by Megan Mori Bicycles became a popular alternative mode of transportation for students WHIZZING by Wilson Ha a student makes her way to class. Biking was also a part of No Drive Day on Oct. 17, an effort to reduce the amount of drivers, that was put on by students and the Harrisonburg Department of Public Transportation. Photo by Rebecca Schneider Wheels spinning and feet pedaling, they rolled through campus, meandering around pedestrians. There were Schwinns, Treks, Raleighs, Gary Fishers and Spaldings. With baskets and bells, paint and rust, bikes were a part of the uni- versity life. Whether to hurry across campus, save money or enjoy the experience, biking created a community for riders. It ' s quick and it ' s fast, said senior Kevin Edwards. It makes life easier. Edwards, who had ridden his whole life, used his bike to get to campus from his home off Port Republic Road. Harrisonburg Department of Public Transit bus routes did not run near his house, so he rode up and down the infamous Port Republic Road hill every day. Even with the traffic, he never had any difficulties on the road. Junior Sarah Layman, however, hoped that over time biking would get easier for her Her sore and tight legs let her know how many hills she had ridden. 1 hate my bike, she said. There are hills everywhere. Wherever you go to class there are hills. Even so. Layman considered the pain worth those 15 extra minutes of sleep she had every morning. Sleep is an awful reason to make that choice, I know, she ac- knowledged. But biking is a lot quicker and I don ' t have to get up earlier. The convenience of biking through campus inspired many to adopt this form of alternative transportation. Racks beside dorms and buildings overflowed with seats and wheels toppling over Bikes kc RIDING away from his class, sophomore Bryan Moen heads towards his dorm. It gets me where I need to be faster. And it ' s easier, said Moen. Photo by Natalie Wall beach cruiser along the top of the Quad. It ' s just kind of fun, she said. Parking on campus was incon- venient from her Main Street apartment, and most of her friends also rode to class. Staying fit was an added bonus for her. When sidewalks were crowded, Albanese said she hopped off her bike to avoid hitting pedestrians. Having been on the pedes- trian side of a bike accident, she wanted to prevent it from happen- ing to others. But sometimes problems did happen. Chains got caught, brakes failed and tires deflated. Senior Jeff Joyce knew how to help. He organized a free bike repair day on the Commons on Oct. 15. After similar Tube and Lube repair days the previous year, Joyce hoped to continue bi- monthly ones for the spring. Let ' s try to get this bike going and get you out of here, Joyce said to a student whose bike had broken brakes. Other students worked on tires and chains as riders lined up with their bikes. Within the first hour, Joyce said they had fixed 13 bikes and there was still a line. Biking was not just an individual hobby. It brought the commu- nity together. Senior Nicholas Melas helped freshman Michael Obeng repair his popped tire. Together, they removed the tube, found the hole and covered it with putty. You learn a lot by doing it yourself, said Melas while describing a bike repair program he worked with while studying in Australia. Obeng was impressed with the Environmental Awareness and Restoration Through Our Help (EARTH) Club event since he had not been able to use his bike since the semester began. Barefoot men and skirt-wearing women waited on the unusu- ally warm October afternoon. The university ' s second annual No Drive Day coincided with the event. Urging the community to use alternative transportation, EARTH Club gave popula JIRI DEJI EH public transportation T-shirts to anyone riding busesl walking to campus. Ace the city had a support system for bikers. For instance, all buses were equipped with front-loading racks for bikes. He said many students who lived off Port Republic Road rode their bikes down in the morning and took the bus back up the hill in the afternoon, bikes in tow. It ' s actually amazing, said Smith-Walter The traffic is backed all the way up the hill, but there ' s a bicycle lane that ' s basically empty. People can jump on their bikes at Ashby and sail through traffic that would take them 15 minutes in their car. They just shoot right down the hill, so they ' re saving a lot of time. As the uni versity expanded over the years, classrooms grew further apart. Some schedules required students to go from East Campus to Memorial Hall in 15 minutes. You know you ' re going to have to pick it up if you want to do that in 15 minutes on foot, said Smith-Walter. But if you have a bike, you can do that really easily. Some students rode just for fun. Joyce and the EARTH Club also sponsored community bike rides. Groups of students with varied experience rode through campus and downtown, enjoying each other ' s company and the journey. As senior Mark Hitchko waited for Joyce ' s help at the bike repair, he described nearby trails. Unfortunately, his classes got in the way of riding for fun. I love just going fast, jumping around and even feeling the wind in your hair, he said. I wish I was down here more in the summer to take advantage of this area. As freshman Sachiko Hanamura waited for Joyce to work on her bikes tires, she was surprised to see the popularity of biking. Com- ing from Northern Virginia, she never had a need to ride. Once she arrived at the university, it became an everyday activity. It tooWHanamura seven minutes to get to her classes when shsl K ' m i , realj fast every morning. t, s he sa id, laughing while holding her 3S. By Katie Thisdell The local farmers ' market made a stop on campus as the popping sounds of kettle corn filled Warren Patio, customers lined up for a sweet and salty afternoon snack. Bags full of apples and cucumbers hung on the arms of students, faculty and staff who walked past vendors at the first on-campus farmers ' market. Hosted by Dining Services and the Harrisonburg Downtown Farmers ' Market, the Oct. 2 event lasted from 8 a.m. to about 3 p.m. Several vendors from the downtown market sold their produce to the university community. If more people buy locally, it will help everyone in the long run, said Marian Showalter, president of the downtown market. Pints of sweet raspberries disappeared first as customers lin- gered over the tastes of summer. Sophomore Amanda Coale pur- chased the last container from vendor Dorothy Miller, along with a bag of beans. She planned to use the beans with potatoes to cook a meal for her parents over family weekend. I ' ll probably eat all the raspberries on the way back to my dorm, said Coale. The other tables at the market showcased fall produce, including pumpkins and sweet potatoes. Summer ' s last tomatoes, peppers and squash also lay on the tables. I love fresh produce, and especially with this economy you haw to support l ocals as much as you can, said Coale. And why not? It ' s so easy to do. And fresh, natural foods are great for your mind and body. Junior Emily Shrader noticed the market as she walked through campus. Being able to use her meal plan encouraged her to look at what was available. Students could make purchases with Dining Dollars, FLEX or cash. I haven ' t decided what I want to buy yet, she said as she walked past the bountiful tables. I like this fresh food that you don ' t really get on campus. Dining Services worked towards buying more local produce through its Green Thread Initiative. According to Director of Op- erations Marco Levesque, buying locally was beneficial towards minimizing the university ' s carbon footprint. We want to create an awareness of local farmers and products that are available in the area, said Levesque. Hopefully, students will want to be a part of this sustainability initiative and will enjoy the local produce that farmers brought to campus. Dining Services also set up a table at the market with produce they bought from the Shenandoah Valley Produce Auction. Dolly PERUSING the colorful options, a customer admires the selection of fresh produce. Downtown Harrisonburg Farmers ' Market was open twice a week from March to December. Photo Oy Shaino Allen FRESH apple cider and vegetables are sold at the university ' s farmers ' market. Students were able to use dining dollars to buy locally grown produce. . ' i ' i ' JiuDj Shaina Allen 7H featiAms A STAND sells fall vegetablej at are grown without-pesticjdes. Dining Services hostedthe event on tliepatioof Wi Hall. tJOto6yS io( (i Lawson from Vending Services said they wanted to niake sure there were enough choices for customers. After seeing ' the other vendors, Lawson said that she was impressed with the displays. They have some very nice produce, a nice variety -andTtlce prices, said Lawson. Everyone seems to be enjoying the experi- ence and interested in what we have to offer. As Lawson arranged pots of purple and white mums on the patio and refilled containers of potatoes and squash, she said the customers had a varied appreciation for the produce. Those people that know the difference between fresh local products and are experienced are enjoying this, she said, while fixing the display of yellow heirloom tomatoes. Some people are learning. We ' re hoping to help educate them on this difference. Eric Bendfeldt, extension specialist for the Virginia Cooperative Extension, explained that the market was a learning experience for the university. We just want to create a general awareness of the farming community that surrounds JMU and how important it is, said Bendfeldt. An effort like this is to educate students through a combination of building public awareness and community ser- vice. As Miller stood behind her table with watermelons, mint leaves and plump blackberries, she explained that her Circle M Farm was only 15 miles away from the university. One student ques- tioned the price of the watermelons, but although they might have been priced slightly higher. Miller said she had picked them the night before Miller had sold her produce at the downtown market for two years, but enjoyed spending the day at the uni- versity. 1 had my doubts when 1 came here, because you never know, she said. But I do think it ' s worth it now. As she sold her produce. Miller realized it was her last market day of the season. Sophomore Wes McGrew volunteered at the nearby Dining Services table. As a member of EARTH Club, he understood the environmental impact of local farmers ' markets. I jumped at this opportunity, he said. 1 knew 1 had to sell vegetables again because I had such a good time working on a farm all summer. McGrew describ d a disc()nnect between HaiViSQnburg_an the university community. j This is an eksy way to bridgefth t gap, he sale . We can support anoth Side orthe economy that doesn ' t always get support from LjMtr, noUike WaKMart or anything. Showalter sajd ' the time of the yea was tW biggest challenge with plann ijg; sprfng market feHtoo early in the growing season, while fruits and vegetal les ere almost finished producing in the fall. Somebody ' s got to be willing to step up there the first time though, said Showalter. Otherwise, we ' ll never know if this will work. Groups of students walked away from the market holding pump- kins to decorate their rooms for the fall. More customers came during lunchtime and between classes. At one point, Showalter couldn ' t keep up with the line for his kettle corn. Though it had been slow in the morning, the market quickly became a popular spot. Sophomore Natalie Stickel strolled between the tables after notic- ing everyone in the area. This is the first time I ' ve heard about this, she said. It ' s some- thing they should do more often. A native of Lancaster, Pa., Stickel said she was used to going to farmers ' markets. She bought apple cider before continuing on to her class. If you want good food, we ' re here in the Shenandoah Valley, said McGrew. It ' s all around us. ii yOe ca.n support anoiher side of ike economij tha-t doesn ' t (Ai o-i s et support fromjrm. -so komore yOes TAcC reiAi girnAisrs ' Tfiarkei 75 I amilv Mailers A STUDENT ' S mother oversees her son ' s grilling skills before the football game against Hofstra University. IVlany families went all out, showing their Duke spirit with purple and gold plasticware. Photo by Julia Simcox 76 feo-iiAres DONNED m purple apparel, senior John Goodman and a family friend enjoy the sunny afternoon. The weather was unusually warm for family weekend. Photo by Julia Simcox Parents and siblings came together with students to enjoy an event-packed weekend By Nicole Brigagliano 5 t was not uncommon to walk onto a campus of ■ purple and gold on Saturday afternoons in the J fall. But for the first weekend in October, the crowd was filled with people of all ages from all dif- ferent states. Family weekend was in full effect. Since the university set the date in November 2007, the family weekend committee had been hard at work to prepare for what it hoped would be a successful weekend. The committee, consisting of representatives from Parent Relations, Parking Services, Dining Services and the University Recreation Center [UREC), orga- nized 14 new events according to Sherry King, direc- tor of Parent Relations and Tracey Kite, assistant di- rector. We just keep adding to it, not taking away, said Kite. The activities we offer go above and beyond. With over 30 different events packed in from Friday to Sunday, parents and family members were seen all over campus. There is something for everybody, said King. You ' re going to see a lot of people this weekend doing a lot of things. One of the new events was Back to School for par- ents. During the event, organized by Kite, parents could attend more than 130 classes on Friday. I was surprised to see the feedback that we did, said Kite. Of the 130 options, classes ranged from marching band to Web development to victimology. It was a chance for parents to live vicariously through their children. Friday also offered families the opportunity to at- tend campus tours and sporting events, including field hockey and volleyball games. Friday night wrapped up with comedian Vicki Law- rence taking Wilson Hall ' s stage in her show, Vicki Lawrence and Mama: A Two-Woman Show. The biggest event of all was the football game against Hofstra University on Saturday afternoon. With 16,109 people in attendance, according to ESPN, com, the game was sold out by the first weekend in July. Attendance at the football game made it the largest event of the weekend, according to Parent Relations. Students and parents alike waited around Bridge- forth Stadium in the hours prior to kickoff to get to their seats. Luckily, the university had events planned for them as they waited. Godwin Field was transformed into a mini market with more than 20 participating vendors. Families lis- tened to the sounds of swing band Blue Suede as they shopped around for university apparel and learned about different student groups on campus. The Univer- sity Outpost FanZone even allowed families to enjoy an inflatable moon bounce and giveaways. Chad Phillips, a freshman from Chesapeake, Va., hung out with his parents, Sherry and Rick Phillips, at the Godwin Field Festival waiting to head into the game. To see [Chad] of course and to meet his friends and see campus was the best part of the weekend, said Sherry. They loved seeing what he had accomplished. The Phillips family was excited about the football game, but Chad was also excited about an event he had helped plan for his dorm. Chad was the recreational representative for the Frederickson Hall Community Council. The hall had planned a parents ' social where the parents of the stu- dents living in that dorm could meet and greet. ([(j yOeel end 77 k I amily Matters It ' s just so parents get to know and meet the new people you hang out with, said Chad. It was the first year the dorm was putting on the event, and Chad hoped it would be a success. Freshman Meghan Ward ' s parents drove down from Bristol, Conn., for the weekend. It ' s nice seeing everyone ' s families and the hospital- ity of the university for the parents, said Ward. Ward ' s brother, Steve, a graduate from the University of Delaware, said, They always put on a good show when the parents come out. But the Phillips and Ward families were not the only ones enjoying what the university had planned for them. Freshman Kyle Rogers and his parents, Michael and Susan Rogers, from Rockville Centre, N.Y., enjoyed their Saturday at the Picnic on the Commons and the football game. It ' s outstanding how everyone chips in and gets the place prepared for the events, said Michael, as he fin- ished his hamburger Even the hotels are decorated in purple and gold! added Susan. Families could eat the fantastic feast at Gibbons Hall, followed by the Pops concert featuring the univer- sity ' s chorus, brass band, wind symphony and March- ing Royal Dukes. With so many events planned and so many families, it was no surprise that multiple events were sold out. But that was not the only problem. Hotels were booked as far as an hour south and an hour north, according to King. In particular, lodging for p arents had always been a problem on family weekends. According to King and Kite, freshman parents were at a disadvantage, as stu- dents did not know if they were accepted into the uni- versity until much after the announcement of the date of family weekend, when hotels were mostly already booked. We try to get the word out as quickly as possible, said King. Parent Relations and the Parents Council sent letters and cards home to families informing them of the dates as well as order forms for football tickets and reservation forms. By doing so, they hoped to lessen the problem, especially when parents of upperclassmen booked hotels up to a year in advance. With the large number of events offered to families and the lim- ited space available for lodging, family weekend proved to have everything; university spirit, fun, families and of course, purple and gold. 7 f aiiAres J JUNIOR KaitlynHaynal and her mother Mona take a break from planned activities to relax with their dogs, Zoey and IVliley, on the Quad. Students took advantage of family weekend to show their parents popular spots on campus. Photo by Rebecca PLAYING a game of corn hole, a student tailgates with her family before the game against Hofstra University. The Dukes won 56-0, the record largest conference margin of victory, according to JMUSports.com. Photo by Julia ii It ' s mc se mQ v ' Ci jOn ' G families and ike kospiti tit of tK(5 iAmversi.iij or ik Sim.(k) yde kend 79 J Game Plan Bv Sarah Chain Students found fun and competition through intramurals With names like Skillz That Killz, Joose R Us, and Kicking Koalas, it was easy to see at first glance that each intramural sport at the university was what the gateman in the Wizard of Oz might have called a horse of a different color. While the university offered a wide variety of sports at the varsity and club levels, some students were looking for a more laid-back league to play in. It ' s more of a fun thing to do, said graduate stu- dent Craig Whitcher, secretary for the Sports Club Council. You can put a team together with whoever wants to play. Junior Lauren Patrick said, I did try out for the Club volleyball team freshman yean 1 didn ' t make it, but 1 still wanted a way to play competitively. Unlike varsity or club sports, intramurals also of- fered faculty, staff and their spouses an opportunity for some competition, provided they possessed a jMU Access Card or a University Recreation Activity Card. Undergraduate and graduate students were required to be e nrolled in a minimum of seven credit hours. Mathematics professor Anthony Tongen jumped on the chance to be part of intramurals when he arrived at the university. Having participated in intramural flag football as an undergraduate student at the University of Pittsburgh, Tongen continued to play during his time as a graduate student and a postdoctoral researcher Being involved with student organizations like InterVarsity and Campus Crusade for Christ provided him with an opportunity to play not only with fellow faculty members, but also with students. Intramural sports are a great way to interact with students outside of the classroom, said Tongen. 1 also think it is good for students to see that a great way of staying in shape as you get older is joining leagues. To keep the playful atmosphere intact, professional athletes were ineligible to play and all varsity and junior varsity athletes were barred from their given sport. Teams assigned themselves a level (one, two or three), depending on the participants ' or team ' s experience with the sport and knowledge of the rules or strate- gies involved. Students in club sports were limited to the upper two levels of play, and only two club athletes were permitted per team. The rules were all created to keep the teams fair, according to Drew Savalador, graduate assistant for intramurals and special events. H: . j,„v,-;„v .: iu!.;r . A . ' 5 AlL.. H P! ,d 1 m s k4il J ' ™ t i - ' A € ' «MMai mtm . ATTEMPTING to pull off an opponent ' s flags, junior Ethan Sherman and sophomore Andrew Robertson compete In a rousing game of flag football. Intramural flag football was a great way for students to de-stress from their hectic schedules, p ' ' ■■• ■ Sfi;; ' ;:.j ' ' .:: PREPARED to take the ball down the court, a student shows off his skills during an intramural Indoor soccer game in the Multi-purpose Activity Center In UREC. The World FC team won the indoor soccei Intramural championship for the Mens division 3. Photo ' Tiffany Bro ' A MiXms ' EYES on his team, junior Josh Althouse, waits for his turn on the court. To promote sportsmanship and teamwork, UREC gave points to teams based on the players ' conduct, and only those with an average of 3.0 points were eligible for playoffs. P 7oro by Tiffany Brown FLAGS fly as a group of students compete in an intramural flag football faceoff. Students could form their own teams or join one already in existence. Photo by Shaina Allen Intramural sports fell into three seasons: fall, spring, and sum- mer, with options ranging from indoor soccer to racquetball doubles to inner tube water polo. iVIost sports offered both men ' s and women ' s teams, while some also offered coed team options. Coed teams had special rules, according to Whitcher, to ensure that there was a certain number of women on each team, and that they received the ball a certain number of times. Officials were usually students who had participated in a two-day clinic. The first day consisted of an information session where potential officials learned the rules of the game, and the second day provided a hands-on opportunity to officiate. Players chose between forming their own team and allowing the Intramural Office to assign them to one. Organizations such as the Student Government Association (SGA) and many sororities and fraternities took advantage of intramural sports as a way to get together outside of regular meetings. I think members enjoy the fact that they see people in different settings by playing sports, said senior Tommy Bluestein, captain of SGA ' s floor hockey team. I think this is integral for groups that do a lot of business in a meeting room ... it can help to relieve some stress. Senior Dan Stana organized an SGA flag football team for similar reasons. I wanted to try and get people to get to know one another better outside the realm of just SGA, said Stana. It was great to know new members, what they are into, and have fun in the process. Aside from bonding with members of an organization, players enjoyed the relaxed atmosphere of intramural sports. It ' s not as competitive or serious, said junior Teri Swinson. It is a great thing to do for a break from studying ... get some exercise, blow off some steam, and escape from homework for an hour. Swinson first heard about intramurals during her freshman year, when someone in her math class asked her to play on a flag football team. As a member of Pi Sigma Epsilon, she also often played on her fraternity ' s teams. For every sport, the University Recreation Center [UREC) worked hard to emphasize good sportsmanship in the intramural league. Each team gets a sportsmanship rating after every game, said Swinson. The officials assigned each team a number on a scale from zero to four Zero is like a fight, said Salvador. Four would be perfect. Each team needed an average score of 3.0 over four games to be eligible for playoffs. Sportsmanship points were also docked for not sh owing up to a scheduled game, according to Salvador. Teams reserved a playing space with a $20 forfeit bond, which paid the referee and site costs in the event of a no-show. The sec- ond time a team failed to show up for a game, they were ejected from the league. We all hold each other accountable not to take advantage of the system, said Swinson. The members of the winning team of playoffs in each level re- ceived a T-shirt, along with bragging rights until the next season. Everyone wants to win obviously, because the champions get a T-shirt, said Swinson. Yeah, I hear they ' re pretty coveted, acknowledged Salvador. T-shirt or not, intramurals were a popular choice for their social aspect. Joining intramurals was one of the best things I could have done. I absolutely love it, said Swinson. People on my teams have become some of my best friends. Salvador added, It ' s especially great if you ' re a freshman. It ' s a great way to meet people. It ' s also great for players who are good, but can ' t quite make a club team. Or for people who are scared of the weight rooms. Salvador had high hopes for the program in the future. Having played intramural water polo as an undergraduate student before he arrived at the university as a graduate assistant, he planned to reorganize inner tube water polo and advertise to encourage more teams to apply. He also spoke of beginning a four-on-four flag football team or a kickball team. It ' s all tentative, said Salavador, but if student reaction was any indicator, intramural sports were sure to stay popular regardless of changes. .nifi i uAmi ' UmiiiKlineVI orld MMm by turiyn Williams IV star Doug Lansky shared the tricks and trades of travel efore his show, Doug Lansky sat quietly on the steps by Memorial Hall Auditorium, prepared to take the stage. The lobby bustled with students and University Program Board (UPB) members. Some students came to find out more ■ I about traveling, while others came to win the Eurail pass worth I $1,200. Three friends, seniors Jason Vitale and Nathaniel Elllston I and sophomore Marisa Shapiro, all hoped that one of them would win the pass. We made a deal that if any of us won, we would all go together, said EUiston. As the 130 people in attendance took their seats in Memorial Hall, the screen on the stage went black. Text appeared with vari- ous quotes about traveling. Then the show morphed into a comedy act. Lansky revealed his humor as he took control of his audience by typing comments on the screen. He made the audience members introduce themselves to the person next to them, called out UPB members ' embarrass- ing moments, and commanded the audience to stand up randomly while UPB ' s arts and culture coordinator, junior Rachelle Mc- Cracken, read Lansky ' s biography, sending laughter throughout the auditorium. Lansky was a world traveler who was hired from a pool of 6,000 applicants to write a travel col- umn, Vagabond, that reached 10 million readers in 40 major newspapers. He also worked for National Geographic and the Travel Channel. At the start of his Get Lost presentation, he focused on how this was the time in life, as young adults, to travel. I hope you ' ll do it, before you get the house, the extra fancy car, the kids, the cats, the dogs; all that stuff. Once you have all that stuff it ' s not a journey, it ' s a vaca- tion, said Lansky. , He covered all the basic questions in an uncensor What to do? How to get around? Where to stay? ' What to eat? And the popular topic, How do m Lansky didn ' t hide the truth; he put pict HFthe scr to show the realities of traveling. He § t. 10 m ' talking about the varieties of toilets 1 travels in over 100 countries in th HFyears strated how sickening some of dreaded squatter was a hoM to provide stability since m toilet paper was out of tJ I of a high-tech toilet ii ous settings. , | He briefed the traveling, sucl described dk was to ha fl you got i pFketed, and a i Klet. He ' to fi Tand t( were v mes. The -ound Ppedals nothii] HHon to and lA ed an image control and vari- ,,ion misconceptions of ! ,0 dangerous to travel. He fe while traveling. One tip j ■u about $10 dollars in it, so if ■es only got away with some cash tended if everything was stolen not travel insurance agency. They could tarry on the trip in a few days, depend- ' B2 fea.ttAms ON one of his journeys, Doug L.insky gets wax removed from his ears, as shown in his slideshow. The cost of the procedure depended on how mucj wax wa( extracted. ' ' i TEMPORARILY sidetracked by trying to fix a microphone, Doug Lansky continues to entertain the audience. During his presentation, Lansky gave - advice on how to et. iioto UNIl arts and culture 6 junior Rachelle McCracken, ' ■ ' s biography. ■ ■ cCracken Now let ' s freak th Another myth was the more passport stamps acquired, the bet- ter the experience. Lansky spoice of the merits of travel without pausing for a picture in front of every postcard-worthy place. He also said a thick wallet could often isolate the tourist from the real experiences as a traveler At the end of a trip you ' re going to remember the four or five days you spent crossing a desert on camel a lot more than spending 15 minutes you spent getting your picture taken in front of a famous building, said Lansky. He recommended finding things of interest on the trip or find- ing a job to earn extra cash. Something most students did not think about was a possible way to earn cash while traveling. There are so many opportunities to expose yourself in a diverse atmosphere, especially through working abroad, said junior Jill Johnston. Hearing about ice bartending and underwa- ter hotel services really struck my attention Lansky took several jobs while traveling. He was a bartender at an ice hotel in Sweden, where many guests would ask for scotch on the rocks and Lansky would have to say that he didn ' t serve scotch on the rocks but in the rocks — the glasses were made out of ice. In Florida, he worked for an underwater hotel as a bellboy. Instead of the traditional bellboy uniform, Lansky was equipped with full scuba gear because he had to swim with the bags to the rooms. The coolest part of this was actually when you leave. It was sort of fun, I thought, to exit through that hole; it felt like you were leaving through the bathtub, said Lansky. At the end of the presentation, it was time to award the Eurail pass. To make things interesting, Lansky and McCracken took turns drawing tickets from the clear container to name the five finalists in the running for the pass. Then the competition start- ed. Each finalist had to sing two to four seconds of a song with no repeats among finalists. If there was a song repeated, that finalist was out. Shapiro was in the final two with graduate student Molly Mercer. Mercer won with the classic Christmas tune, Jingle Bells and began jumping up and down on the stage and shrieking with joy. Her friends, who were sitting in the second row, joined Mercer for a group hug. ' Oh my goodness I ' m going to Europe! ' thought Mercer, after she realized she won the pass. Mercer was nervous because she did not like to sing in public. But she and her friends hoped to visit Europe in the summer be- fore they all began teaching in the fall, so she tried her best. We had tossed the idea around and the trip was in preliminary planning stages, but winning the pass solidified that we are actu- ally going to do it. I was shaking, I was too excited to know what to think! said Mercer. Mercer planned to use her pass herself, since she could not physically split the pass she won. But the other three girls planned to book their passes and divide the total of the three between the four, so everyone got a little bit of savings. They were still in the planning process of the trip but did plan on taking Lansk s advice. ' 1 flK Mercer was interested in Lansky ' s advice to pay the extra money to get a sleeper car on the Eurail train if traveling overnight, to avoid wasting the next day making up for the sleep. Students that went to the presentation gained knowledge and skills, and even students who went for pure entertainment left with a positive attitude toward traveling. The presentation was hilarious and inspired me to make more of an effort to see the world, said junior Matt Rollings. VoiAQ Umsl Uj 33 i(l GETTING into the music. The Chuck Shaffer Picture Show band members David Stiefel, Patrick Kenny, Ryan Johnson and Kenny Kominic perform at Rocktown Grille. Bars in Harrisonburg were popular places for up-and-coming bands. Photo courtesy ot Ryan Johnson throughout . ERVOUS Habits lead vocalist senior ketti closes his eyes and sings The band performed a 20-mint lHarrisonburg ' s VFW Hall in 2 k|kDtic College Radio ConfererKe. : i- . Mirinioi n ' he university offered an incredible range of music. For students whose interests varied from Bach to The Beatles, the university had plenty of music organizations to audition for or join. As for those who took pride in their listening skills rather than their sing- ing or playing skills, they also benefited from organiza- tions who entertained students at Taylor Down Under [TDU], Wilson Hall, the Convocation Center and local bars in Harrisonburg. There were five total choral opportunities on campus. The auditioned choirs were The Madison Singers (24 voices}, JMU Chorale (65 voices] and Treble Chamber Choir (16 voices). The non-audition choirs were the men ' s chorus (40 voices] and the women ' s chorus (40 voices]. I ' m excited about every genre, and I ' m especially pas- sionate about conducting, said Dr. Patrick Walders, di- rector of choral activities. Madison Singers was composed of both men and women. The group performed in the Shenandoah Val- ley, on the East Coast and in Virginia. They even trav- eled to Prague, Germany and the Czech Republic in 2006. Overseas, they joined together with the Czech ' s National Orchestra in Smetana Hall to perform Orff ' s Carmina Burana. With an extensive mix of sopranos, altos, tenors and basses, the singers came together with beautiful mu- sic for the community to hear. Their distinctive sound was heard on campus at Wilson Hall, and off campus at local churches where choirs regularly performed. The churches were better suited for the singers ' beautiful acoustics, where organs often accompanied them. The university also provided students with a great ensemble of a cappella groups. With a total of eight groups started, funded and run by students, the groups provided listeners with a unique and fun style. These groups included BluesTones, Into Hymn and Notoriety, all female groups; Exit 245, Clear Cadence and The Madison Project, all male groups; and OverTones and LowKey, both coed groups. To be a part of these groups i s, in one word, a blessing, said Rachel Tombes, a former member and president of the BluesTones. All eight groups together truly are a community and are all extremely supportive of one another as well as very close friends. Groups performed at various events, including on-campus fundraisers like Operation Santa Claus, Up ' Til Dawn, SafeRides, Take Back The Night and Greek community philanthropy events. The groups could also be heard at local Har- risonburg events and other colleges and universities along the coast. Sophomore Thomas Tombes decided to join the a cappella group Exit 245 be- cause of the rising success of the group. Exit 245 developed great performing skills with hard work and dedication that the group members put into every rehearsal. Exit 245 is a lifestyle that takes extreme commitment, patience and dedication, said Tombes. I love being in the group more than anything else I do here at jMU. It was obvi- ous when they performed that the men of Exit 245 had as much fun singing as the audience had listening. The wide variety of music styles left students with no ex- cuse to avoid involvement. With places like The Pub, TDU, The Artful Dodger, Wilson Hall, Memorial Auditorium, the Convocation Center and Rocktown Grille, student musicians and local artists were able to expand their fan bases and play their music for other students. junior Thomas Leahy played locally and on campus as a solo artist, and recorded other students at the university. I bought recording equipment for [high school] gradu- ation and started to teach myself, said Leahy. I ran into a pretty big producer by chance, and he started teaching me a lot of tricks that helped me get a jump start on learning the ropes of digital recording. Relying on help from others and a natural talent for performing and recording music, Leahy recorded student groups such as The Chuck Shaffer Picture Show, The Super Octavius, The Avenue and Exit 245. DRESSED in ' 80s flair, senior Robert Plono plays alongside fellow Ocean Spilling Over bandmate Geoff Snow. The band ' s MySpace page listed its music under the genres of metal, hardcore and crunk. Photo by Leslie Covin V7W=ir- v yB jryr( tr 1 r XiASLc aijmu 1 Making Noise People have trav l d rom. ' Sta.iA.n-ton and TiO A io come Gee as. 3iM kere m Har- ri.sonhiA.rQ and m mantj other areas, lAie aliAiaijs kave somehod(j hleedinQ ptArple m ike croiAid. -senior V.i anJoknson FOCUSED on his fingers, senior Zach Wall of Nervous Habits rocks out for the crowd. Nervous Habits played shows around Harrisonburg and as far away as Washington, D.C. - ' ' O. ' OCOU. ' ffiy of Timothy Skirven SOLDIERS of Jah Army ' s lead vocalist and guitarist Jacob Hemphill looks out into the audience. SOJA ' s most recent album, Get Wiser, was based on breaking down society ' s blinders to find truth. Photucourh . ■ ' I • u :i Midkm 36 feo-iiAms For anybody interested in a mix between Incubus, Finch and Chris Daughtry, The Chuck Shaffer Picture Show [CSPS] was a band to notice. Two of the four members of the band were alumni of the university, one an undergraduate, and one a graduate i University of South CaroHna. The group consisted of iead felisf guitarist Ryan Johnson, vocalist guitarist Kenn |||PlR:, drum- mer Patrick Kenny, and bassist David Stiefe Mgether for a year, the band members already had gathei dWSf student-fan base. They spread the word throughoui Bpjros by passing out free CDs on the Quad and the ConTiadBBpjey held shows on and off campus, and could be hear pHarnsonburg ' s radio stations 98.5 Rock and DCIOI. Their fan base, hox pi. was not just limited to the university. People have tra ftd from Staunton and NOVA to come see us, said Ryan John p ut here in Harrisonburg and in many other areas, we alw Bhave somebody bleeding purple in the crowd. For locay Hp. such as CSPS, 80 One Records was a great way for studa Bwho wanted their sound to be heard. The label gave Hcholson Rousseau a head start on their futures, lelp of Record Deal Rumble, 80 One Records gave is for bands and artists to be put on the label. Market- Htingness to work with the record label and other Har- rg connections were all taken into account whe na ifciding ands to add to the label. 80 One Records was tWpBfect break for any sUj|kflnnusTcrarn ho possessed ' Oppoj t SKHBaheneiits from the label inciuiuu mi. Ih, ping their material professionally recorded and cii uteH on national and local levels, all for free. There was also the chance to open for the many amazing concerts at the Convoc; Center. Fall 2008 has been an incredible building semester for 80 One Records, said Danny Lampton, director of 80 One Records. We are planning bigger and better things than ever before. At Record Deal Rumble, bands and solo artists were given the chance to show off their talent in an attempt to be the second band that 80 One Records would promote that year. One band that was not afraid to rock out and show the audience a good time was March to The Arctic. The band started in 2003 and consisted of vocalist guitarist Arthur Sanzo, vocalist bassist Mike Sanzo, and vocalist guitarist Christian Gehring. The band performed at TDU, parties and bars such as 8X10 and Fletchers. The band put out its first CD, Don ' t Wake the Smellephant, in 2006 and had recently recorded another demo. They classified their sound as genre of aw ome, according to Arthur. The university made sure students were spoiled with good music and exciting ifintertainment all around. Campus venues and local bars in Harrisd|tairg provided great opportunities to check out the latest music. V vocating wareness Alpha Kappa Delta Phi organized a week in support of women • t began as a tiny flame ignited in the cool ■ October air. As it grew in size and strength, JL the flame leapt up to the bed sheets, flung itself upon the drapes and within 30 seconds had consumed the entire room in a blaze. Hun- dreds of students looked on as the two dorm rooms, one a male ' s and the other a female ' s, burned to the ground in the middle of Hunter ' s Ridge Apartment Complex. Harrisonburg Fire Station workers had constructed the rooms and oversaw the entire event, lighting the fires to demonstrate how swiftly a small flame in- side a dorm room could spread to an inferno. The dorm fire demonstration, which oc- curred on Friday, Oct. 3, was the grand finale of events in the third annual Combat Women ' s Violence Week, hosted by alpha Kappa Delta Phi. What do dorm fires have to do with wom- en ' s violence? We wanted to put together an event that would not only benefit female students, said sophomore Jay Ahn, president of alpha Kappa Delta Phi. Fire is a very serious issue that ' s rel- evant to everyone, whether you live in a dorm or off-campus housing. Fire safety isn ' t always our top priority, and by watching how fast the dorm room catches on fire, one should realize the importance of keeping his or her room fire-proof and understand the gravity of fire-related incidents. Though the other events were more concerned with the issue of women ' s violence and how to fight it, the goal of raising awareness was certainly a motif that strung them all together. Nuts About My Body was held in Taylor Hall and over a hundred students attended, where many of them were forced to find seats DEMONSTRATING how to break a chokehold, OfficerE.L Rader, Jr., and freshman Michel-June Rodriguez Pateha take a hands-on approach to the workshop. Knowledge of practical self-defense methods was important even in the small city of Harrisonburg. Photo by Angela Barbosa feaiiAms on the floor since all the chairs had been fllled. A peer advising group from the Student Outreach and Wellness Center used maga- zine advertisements as examples of the high physical standards created by society for men and women alike. Eating disorders are a product of society ' s unhealthy definition of women ' s beauty, said Ahn. It may not be someone physical- ly attacking women, but such obsession with being thin has put many women through the mental and physical illness that is an eating disorder. So eating disorders are indeed a form of violence against women that we need to keep on flghting against. To combat our society ' s harsh superficiality, the peer group used a peanut to symbolize a person, in that the shape of a peanut ' s shell does not determine what was inside. They explained how the perception of beauty is relative, and that self-confidence is the key to true happiness. The week ' s main course was Tuesday ' s self-defense workshop, Fear Be Gone! Room 404 of Taylor Hall was so packed that chairs had to be carried from across the hall to make seats for everyone. The first half of the workshop was a talk by staff members from the Student Outreach and Wellness Cen- ter about the legal definition of sexual assault and how one should respond to such cases. The second half was run by a university police officer who talked about his own experience with sexual assault cases and gave tips on how to distract and escape from an attacker. We might think it ' s funny when we hear phrases such as ' poke his eyes, ' ' kick his groin, ' or ' stab him with your keys, ' said Ahn, but when we ' re put in a situation where our lives depend on it, we will be thankful that someone taught us such skills. On Wednesday, Oct. 1, alpha Kappa Delta Phi sold its popular Support My Rack T-shirts on the Warren Hall patio, and contin- ued to sell them throughout October. One of our sisters who lost her nanny (who was a second mother to her] to breast cancer came up with the idea [for the shirt ' s slo- gan], said Ahn. During the month of October, the 16 sorority mem- bers sold over 500 shirts and made $3,000. With other fundraisers, they raised a total of $7,000. Our goal is to raise $8,000 or more, said Ahn. One hundred per- cent of the proceeds beneflted the Susan G. Komen Foundation, the world ' s largest breast cancer awareness and research foundation. I ' m proud to attend a university where students don ' t just sit idly by, but hive the generosity and the initiative to help raise money and awareness for such an admirable cause, said senior Theresa Egan. 1 think it ' s impressive what those girls have done. Thursday ' s event was a showing of the film, Breast Cancer Dia- ries, a documentary about a former local news reporter and anchor named Ann Murray- Paige who was diagnosed with breast cancer at age 38. Ann ' s video diaries offer an intimate chronicle of a young mother ' s nine-month journey with breast cancer, p unctuated with humor, poignancy and romance, said Ahn. Over 100 students turned out to watch the film; every seat in the Showker room was filled. The fllm highlighted the importance of early detection. Cancer is hard to beat, but it is easy to treat at its early stages, said Ahn. Self-breast examination and annual mammograms have saved thousands of lives from breast cancer, and women as young as 20 should learn how to conduct self-breast exams, because ev- ery woman is at risk. Self-confidence, self-defense, early detection and fire safety: all of these valuable lessons were taught to hundreds of eager students during the third annual Combat Women ' s Violence Week. It was an important week for an important cause, made possible by the 16 generous women of alpha Kappa Delta Phi. LEADING the first part of the Fear Be Gone! workshop, graduate student and Sexual Assault Prevention Coordinator Megan Brill defines sexual assault. Varner House offered a series of weekly group meetings that also included body image, eating disorders and coping with anxiety. Photo bv Antieln Barboia Coy A(cp i yQoy Aen ' s Violence 70 « k Cultured Cuisine The small city f ethnic foods UM M With food choices from almost every cdTB ent and a wide array of countries, it was not necessitate hop on a plane to take one ' s taste buds on an adventure in tW mall city of Harrisonburg. Classy, warm and inviting, the downtown Ethiopian I ' gStaurant, Blue Nile, was both healthy and environmentally conscious. By us- ing free-range local lamb and eggs, the owners supported tn cal economy and gave their food a fresh taste. Our food is flavorful and filling, said Mickey Arefaine, the ge eral manager of Blue Nile. Ethiopian people are known for having healthy food to begin with, but we also take measures to go the extra step. Arefaine said they used organic ingredients in some dishes, such as their well-known peanut butter soup. With a lunch buffet priced at about $10 and dinner entrees from $8 to $18, Blue Nile was an exotic, reasonably priced restaurant that students, tourists and locals enjoyed. A lot of people told us the Valley wasn ' t open for Ethiopian food, but the Valley has welcomed us, said Arefaine. I ' m definitely im- pressed with how many people are willing to try something new. The recipes came from Arefaine ' s mother, who was born in Ethio- pia. The restaurant played Ethiopian music, and colorful woven baskets decorated the original, historic walls. Arefaine believed that by going to independently owned res- taurants, you ' re giving back to the community and you ' re actu- ally experiencing the town. You don ' t get that with corporate res- taurants. Harrisonburg had choices that appealed to every taste palette. Arefaine believed the small city was on par with bigger cities, such as Charlottesville, when it came to the number and authenticity of ethnic restaurants. They had good service and they explained everything [on the menu], said senior Holly Kable. Each entree came with in- jera, a type of flat bread that Kable found to be filling. Moving from D.C., Harrisonburg has a better restaurant selection than 1 thought they would, said Kable. 1 think they have a good vari- ety, 1 just don ' t know how authentic they all are. Although Har- risonburg covered a large range of different foods, she wanted I see more than one good restaurant for each type, loving away from Africa and into Asia, Taste of Thai was a pOT ar place to eat among students — so popular in fact, that the fctaurant had to be expanded about five years ago to ac- comms™|te the growing number of customers. With an elegant yet casul tmosphere. Taste of Thai offered tasty Asian favor- ites. Tom Phone h, a chef and family member of the owners from Thailand, rave out the student workers and the delicious food. 1 [have] w d at so many restaurants before and came here to put it all tdgethcr, said Phonelath. With sophisticated decoration in the dinii1||koom, entrees ran from about $9 to $17. Popular dishes include « spy beef, sesame chicken and pad thai, according to Phonelan k The quality [of the food] fc ally good, that ' s why it ' s real- ly busy on weekends, said Ph ath. Taste of Thai employed HANDWOVEN baskets from Ethiopia decorate the walls of Blue Nile. The restaurant used some locally produced and organic ingredients in its mea s. Pnoto by Amy Gwaltney 90 feaiiAfes ita i ' u-t?. 1 uUll_ CHEFS Soon Yong Hong and Bayat Bileg prepare fresh sushi for a hungry customer. It ' s really hard to find good sushi in Harrisonburg, so it ' s great that this place exists, said junior Rebecca Schneider. Photo by Megan Moii [just down ation for un- ent. There are said junior Steve hey do carry out od food. wide assortment of u know the area, it ' s said Whitsitt. He em- had in finding different rgoc ill ger, many students part time, and with the restaurant be the street from Memorial Hall, it was a convenient dergraduate workers. The food is good, not too heavy and just d not really any other Thai places in Harrisonb Whitsitt. I ' ve been there like five or six tim too. So it ' s cool, you just call ahead and pick Whitsitt believed Harrisonburg house ethnic food. But it ' s hard because unless difficult to find a good ethnic place to phasized the trouble students without Cj restaurants throughout the city. Xenia, a Mediterranean kebob gri fared a casual setting and low price istan, a country where the food w, ranean cuisine, Xenia ' s food was g Friendly with the customers, m any complaints since the openin The food is healthy, good food of good vegetarian sides. Pictures of Greece, Italy an Kurdistan were placed under clear tabletops and gave custorn visions of where the recipes came from. Although a small e Kry, the food was packed with flavor and spices. With hummus PH clay-oven pita bread made fresh daily, customers left sat sf0n, and often spread the word of the great food, according ia. With mealsj fmg from about $5 to $10, Xenia ' s prices and qual- students. Xenia encouraged the student population to come by offering 15 percent off with a JMU Access Card and was in the process of allowing students to pay with FLEX. The restaurant opened because Harrisonburg was home to about 100 Kurdish families, and they wanted a familiar place to eat, ac- cording to Zana. The eatery later served a diverse population of loyal customers in the mood for a Mediterranean meal. I love it when I see new customers over here, and they try the food and they like it, said Zana. We are one of the only places in ' ated on Burgess Road, of- un by a family from Kurd- early identical to Mediter- me. Zana Hama had not heard f the business three years ago. fresh, cheaper and we have lots Harrisonburg with this type of food. Junior Amanda Coates said she had not tried many different eth- nic restaurants around Harrisonburg. She enjoyed Kyoto Japanese Steakhouse, where the food was cooked on stoves in front of the seated customers. It was just everyone wanted to go out to dinner. It ' s a little expensive for me though, said Coates. Students often went to Kyoto for special occasions such as birth- days or dates. The chefs were well-trained, cracked jokes and in- teracted with the customers while they cooked. While the authenticity of ethnic restaurants in Harrisonburg was sometimes questioned, many were owned and managed by fami- lies coming from different countries around the globe. Blue Nile, Taste of Thai and Xenia were all examples of restaurants run by families who knew their culture ' s food well. Although on-campus dining services offered a wide selection of food types, many stu- dents chose to try something daring and new. Through this vast assortment, students were able to explore the tastes of the world without leaving the ' Burg. SHOWING off his chopstick skills, Xavier Beverly eats at Sushi Jako. Sushi Jako is a Japanese- Korean Restaurant located on Neff Street. Photo by ' . ' :egan Mori ' EtkniC CiALSLne 91 CeiLIp Go Qui Cieilip Creatively themed parties spiced up the night ollege students, friends, fraternity Bothers, v unteers, and sometimes, ninjas. Th year, students hosted hundreds of theme |rties. Re- gardless of whether a student played the n fa school hottie or the alien, chances were there wa Wtime when he or she chose a costume in lieu of the regular wardrobe. Actors get to be someone else onstage, said sopho- more Jackie Knight. At a theme party, you get to em- body a different personality. But costumes were sometimes slightly embarrass- ing. My friend went to a ' holiday ' party, said senior Jessica Herninko. She went as Labor Day and natural- ly, dressed as if she were pregnant. On her walk home, someone pulled over and asked if she was all right. Many students enjoyed rehashing their nights and discussing the outfits they ' d seen. I love looking at all the crazy pictures afterwards, said junior J.B. Brown. Facebook was often the vehicle to get the word out about the existence of a theme party. Through Face- book ' s invite feature, suddenly 100 friends could be made aware that Thursday was highlighter nigh ri- day was for togas and Saturday had a beach ieme Some students relished the creativity r fcired for the themes. The best part about theme parties is Be prepara tion, said junior Casey Wheeler. For a ' s party, created a playlist for each year of the decadeSkwas approximately 120 songs. THE ' 80s are wel represented by neon colors, flash y pants and tube socH Mnne party injJ st Hills apartme onn ex. We thre Ky cousin 21st birthd Barty, said senior Lesli avin, and I got to wear a ha purple dress — it wa j some. fhoto tour (H of Kale Gibbs 92 featiAfes REPRESENTING their favorite football teams, sophomore Aimee Huynh, and juniors Lindsay Williams, Jessica Sok and Chrlstabelle Darby show off their jerseys. Allegiance to sports teams varied among students from different areas. Photo courtesy of Theresa Finley Th J|90s party seemed to i jwace the ' 80s partj K of years prior. While stu- dentstould dress in tlTeu| reggings and heav)j fakeup, choosing slap bracelets md Mbydol rp as popular as wajl flfflR ' Osparties are overdoneaJifl a ' 90s party is new and different, said 2nior Shelby Trumble. It ' s b lmse you remember the music and there are a iJ good memor e jj 0imen you were in elementary school. O W UKpttlPflemes ranged from the Anything But Clothes party, where students could create outfits out of everyday items, to the Robots and Ho ' bots theme, which made plentiful use of aluminum foil. Theme parties often had somewhat degrading titles but most people took them in stride. CEOs and Corporate Hoes was standard. Students dressed in sexy professional clothes. Ties and secretary-esque glasses made the event playful. The preference was to go all out despite any embarrassing garb. Some students preferred parties with an easy theme so that they could party hop without looking ridiculous. However, other students wore their costumes as a badge of pride to show they had been out at a theme party. Tk i e Panies 93 CeiUp Co Out I POSING as husband and wife, junior Kate Gibbs and sophomore Ashley Hill imitate couples that elope. Sigma Sigma Sigma sisters celebrated Vegas Night for their theme party. Photo courtesy of Kate Gibbs ii Actors ei io he someone e[se on sia e. At a ikeme p rt , ijoia ei to emhodij a. MWeni persondiiij. -sopkomoreJiXck{.e Knt Kt — — 9H feaiiAr s PUMPED up, freshman Emilep Haverkamp rocks out to the song, Call On Me from a Jock Jams medley. Jock Jams came out with five volumes, a Megamix and an All Star volume. I ' hoto courtesy of Tfieresa Finley Ransacking the Goodwill stores and thrift shops scour- ing for great costumes, student getups often sparked conversation. I wore a Mickey Mouse jersey, spandex bike shorts, jellies and a beaded choker at my ' 90s party, said Trumble. Senior Richard Kelsey said, I ' ve been to many kinds of theme parties. They ' re great and a good chance for people to get together It ' s a great icebreaker that al- lows you to dress up completely different than usual and have fun while doing it. A creative theme gives the event a really great mood. Some theme parties, however, tended to be exclu- sive events. While strangers were usually welcome at regular parties, a theme party often denied guests who hadn ' t dressed up. 1 would suggest only having theme parties if it ' s your close friends, because it ' s not that much fun with strangers, said senior Dana Martinez. It can get awk- ward. Usually, I ' m going to more than one place and the costume wouldn ' t be appropriate. In that situation, I ' d rather go to a regular party. 1 only like theme parties if I ' m in the mood and if I know everyone at the party, said Herninko. Some- times I don ' t feel like trying to put together an outfit. Theme parties were also foe to the procrastinating student. I don ' t usually go to theme parties, said se- nior Mike Reed. I ' m probably the least forward-think- ing person ever and 1 literally procrastinate everything, so theme parties don ' t fit into my lifestyle. Whether students were passionate or aloof about theme parties, the parties provided a chance for quite a few laughs and made the typical night seem much more significant. You get to wear things you never would get to, making the party more memorable, said sophomore Meghan Huber Tkeme Parties 95 Students went off campus for scenery and leisure Sunny skies, the sound of a nearby basketball game, and the smell of freshly cut grass invited students out of their apartments and into the commu- nity. Weather permitting, t here was always a crowd at one of the parks in Harrisonburg. The parks incorporate more of the Harrisonburg community outside of the college crowd, said long- time Triathlon Club member, senior Katherine Well- ing. Many students agreed that it was a nice change of pace to be around different age ranges and to surround themselves with Harrisonburg community members, rather than just students. There are more families and kids in the parks, said Welling. So which park did students love the most? It was all relative. Welling, who practiced for triathlons with her club for many months of the year, preferred Hil- landale Park. It has some cool mountain bike and run- ning trails, said Welling. In addition, Hillandale Park had 12 picnic areas, a basketball court and a volleyball court. The members of Triathlon Club took advantage of Hillandale Park every chance they could. The tri-club does our end-of-the-year cookout at the picnic areas in Hillandale, said Welling, We also have done road cy- cling races that leave from Hillandale. Emily Meholic, a senior and resident of the Sunchase Apartments, preferred a different park. I am a big fan of the Arboretum because it ' s so close to where I live. This scenic and beautiful park was the perfect hike to campus for many students who lived in either Sunchase or Stonegate Apartments. It takes less than 10 minutes to get to the east side of campus from Sunchase, said Meholic, who tried to walk to campus every chance she could. It ' s a great alternative to taking the bus or driv- ing and it ' s very relaxing. The Arboretum was popular among students for its combination of relaxation and exercise. The trails through the Arboretum are great for taking walks and there is even a pavilion for picnics, said Meholic. On the weekends, many people came to the Arbore- tum to feed the ducks in the pond, study at the picnic tables, or talk with friends in the shade of the trees. There are always local families there and it ' s fun to see the kids playing and the parents enjoying a part of the [university] campus, said Meholic. 96 f o-ioires For senior and avid sports fan Katie Fitzger- ald, Purcell Parl was her favorite place to hang out on the weekend. I love that you can walk through the trails and see all the football teams and little league teams practicing, said Fitzger- ald. Along with a walking trail, the park had three picnic areas, a Kid ' s Castle playground, four ten- nis courts and ball fields with concession stands. With many places to play, it was no wonder that teams gathered so often in Purcell Park. The park was also a great place for university clubs and organizations to get together. Mehol- ic was an active member in Alpha Phi Omega (APO), the coed service fraternity, a group that took advantage of Purcell Park whenever pos- sible. We hosted our brother party there, said Me- holic. We decorated a pavilion and brought food and set up all of our activities for the broth- ers around it. APO also grilled food and played kickball at I Purcell Park for fellowship events. It ' s a great place for organizations to host events, especially in the fall when the weather is nice, said Me- holic. Senior Mary Martin, the president of APO, tried to organize as many events as she could at the parks. I like Purcell because you can be sur- rounded by little kids playing t-ball games while your university organization is playing a game of flag football, said Martin. Out of ail the parks in town, Purcell Park attracted more of the Harrisonburg community. I like Purcell Park because it brings together the students from [the university] and the Harrisonburg community, said Fitzgerald. On warm weekends, the park was filled with families. Whether the kids played on the playground, couples walked their dogs on the trails, or teams practiced in the fields, Purcell Park offered a welcoming enyiron- ment. - jpviP ' nr VHpHE The parks in Harrisonburg offered stucfent ienty of places to eat, play and exercise. But how did they hold up in comparison to the Quad on the university campus? Sometimes the Quad is a bit overcrowded, acknowl- edged Welling, but that ' s part of the atmosphere. This year, with the construction. ..on South Main Street, the Quad loses some of its appeal, said Fitzger- ald, who admitted that she tried to spend more time at the parks as a result of the tunnel construction at the end of the Quad. I think it ' s going to be really conve- nient when it ' s finished and the Quad will look beautiful again. But during the construction, I would rather be at Purcell Park. Meholic still enjoyed the Quad ' s atmosphere, despite its current construction, I like the Quad because it ' s good for people-watching and for meeting your friends, said Meholic. 1 like that I know whenever 1 go there, I ' m going to see someone 1 know. Martin, also a member of Student Ambassadors, took a different perspective on her love of the campus green. ■J ' To me, the Quad signifies all the history that ' s been there, with the tunnels under it and the old buildings around it, said Martin. However, I like the parks be- cause not everything there is purple and gold and I feel like part of the communit y and not just stuck in the uni- versity bubble. Many students at the university took advantage of the warm weather every chance they could. Whether stu- dents raced bikes with the Triathlon Club at Hillandale Park, walked to campus through the beautiful Arbore- tum, or caught a game of flag football at Purcell Park, every park had something to offer Oi k Beau ' ii ' fall B «V BvleffWasserboehr J V V Beau ti«ra As the weather grew colder, students appreciated the change of seasQn§J|. • n a great American farmer ' s town 60 miles south- Ieast of Harrisonburg, )ames Madison ' s former es- tate, Montpelier, stood tall. The fourth president of the United States built his home on 2,750 acres of roll- ing hills and rich deciduous piedmont forest. The university ' s Fall Colors Tour was a trip to the prestigious forest, sponsored by The Edith J. Carrier Arboretum and led by Norlyn Bodkin, a retired biology professor who taught at the university. Its main focus was, of course, on plants. We try to do things that introduce our participants with anything that might be different in the plant world, said Bod- kin. So when you think of a 300-year-old forest, that ' s a real treat. It ' s an educational thing too. A lot of people don ' t know a whole lot about botanical science. The expedition embarked on a damp autumn day in mid-October, a testament to the spirit of the people who showed up. A cold rain fell from the sky and landed in the soil, arising again only to hover above the leaf-car- peted trail floor as mist. The white Chevrolet Astrovan suited for 12 people left the Arboretum ' s parking lot sharply at 8 a.m., housing a collection of damp rain- jacketed nature enthusiasts from the Rockingham com- munity, side-by-side with a few students. The objective was to see some of the most massive trees in Virginia as they thickened and further implanted themselves deeper in the soil over the last 200 to 300 years. Walking through the forest, tour participants could sense its historical presence. There was almost something indescribable about it, said senior Cathleen Chen. And even in the rain and bad weather, the natural beauty of these giant trees took precedence over our wet clothes. Bodkin found the expedition extremely moving well. I was really impressed, and I ' ve been a botanist ife- % a Th r uoas utmost someikn i.nd scnh-- O-hie ahoai it Ai d ev n in the mn and had lAieaiker, {he nMixral hsdiAtU) of ih.ese ' a iani m s took r c d nc over oixr lAJ t dotk s. , , , -semor uawxe n Chen ) all my life, said Bodkin. And it was still just striking. In 1700, the Piedmont region was an extravagant 8,000-mile stretch of undisturbed hardwood decidu- ous forest. Hickories, tulip poplars and an assortment of oaks stood tall in the dark rich Davidson soil of East Appalachia. More than 300 years later, most of that same Piedmont land had been developed into sprawl- ing towms and cities as the population grew. Oh, much of the Piedmont region has been modified by man, said Bodkin. But you ' ve got these isolated places like ' The Big Woods ' that have never been clear cut or modified. It ' s remarkable. i m The trail turned out to be fascinating from a histori- cal perspective as well. As students and members of the community endured a two-mile hike through The Big Woods, they glanced at oaks that had been plant- ed shortly before James Madison himself walked the grounds. There was an emotion that was tough to de- scribe when the landmark forest was thought of from this historical perspective. People get to see what our primitive forest was like, said Bodkin. It gives you a little perspective of what it might have looked like when the early settlers came upon the new world. What you ' re actually looking at in The Big Woods, is exactly what the early Europeans and settlers saw. James Madison laid eyes upon the trees when they were 20 to 40 years old. A student had the ability to look at the exact same set of trees 200 years later, as they had broadened and flourished. Trees weathered from wind, rain and time. It was a trail of history, of learning, said Chen. It was a haunting experience to say the least. It was defi- nitely one of those experiences where you know it is going to stick with you. The massive poplars and oaks stood frozen in time, shedding orange, red and yellow leaves all over the for- est floor Bark-encrusted veins slithered like lightning rods up the 120-foot trunks of the trees. And what was truly remarkable about these trees, was that in other soils, the same genus of tree, whether it was an oak or a tulip poplar, would have been about two-thirds the size they were in The Big Woods, fully matured at 80 feet rather than 120 feet. 9 fe iixms m ? m 4 % ENJOYING the mild temperatures of autumn, senior Alissa Walsh plays in the leaves. Tours went to Shenandoah Valley to appreciate the fall foliage. Phota uMegan Mori Phota uMegan The forest was declared a national historic landmark officially in 1960, and in 1983, Marion Du Pont Scott gave the land to over to the National Trust for Historic Preservation. The U.S. Department of the Interior kept the land under protection and in pristine condition since its indoctrination. The stretch is the best example of a mature forest dominated primarily by liriodendron tulipifera and lin- dera benzoin in the Piedmont of eastern North Ameri- ca, according to Albert E. Radford, a biology professor at the University of North Carolina. While this experience is not as striking as the Red- woods of the West Coast, you get to see some of the best of what the deciduous-type forest can offer, said Bodkin. The forest continued to thrive and its future looked to be ensured by the people maintaining Montpelier. A new trail through the landmark Big Woods had been proposed and was in the process of being passed. The proposed trail would cover another stretch of Pied- mont land that had been inaccessible for hundreds of years. The charming forest was a delight, and guided tours were offered throughout the spring and fall. «f LEADING the way, a Montpelier employee takes a group of students and community members on a colorful tour of the estate in Orange, Va. Despite the rain, the Fall Colors Tour took place in on October 25. Photo by Jeff Wasserboehr OiA.idoors99 1 Slick em Lip Stick em Up «D ni 1 1 oo .. (r . o o ,, f . o ..Ac. . By Matt Johnson Reno 911! actors perform standup for students (( ' m a racist, a--hole, prick... and I play one on TV, said 1 Carlos Alazraqui, one of the Reno 911! TV stars who performed a stand-up act at the university on a Friday evening. Alazraqui and Cedric Yarbrough, well known for playing Depu- ties Garcia and [ones on the Comedy Central show, Reno 911!, gave a comedic performance to an enthusiastic crowd in Wilson Hall on Oct. 24. Alazraqui began the show solo by cracking jokes about Virginia, Senator )ohn McCain and President-elect Barack Obama, and him- self. He also commented about how to create world peace: flushing toilets. He joked that if people would flush after themselves, in- stead of leaving a present for others to see, the world would be a much happier place. Alazraqui then asked if anyone drank, and the crowd went crazy in response. This led Alazraqui to reminisce about his days as a college student. My two roommates, said Alazraqui, they used to pour beer in a humidifier to see if they could get drunk while they slept. Alazraqui ended his solo performance by playing the harmonica before he was cut off by Yarbrough ' s entrance, accompanied by Eye of the Tiger. The interruption spurred an impression-off, similar to a dance-off or walk-off for performers. Alazraqui wowed the crowd with his impressions of Bill Clinton and George W. Bush, but Yarbrough won the crowd with his impersonations of Bill Cos- by and Gnarls Barkley. His win led into his solo act. After finishing his rendition of Crazy by Gnarls Barkley, Yar- brough informed the crowd that he had only been doing standup for two weeks, and that he was not as professional as Alazraqui. He did, however, offer some advice for college students. Now is the time to f-k people, Yarbrough yelled at the audi- ence. Yarbrough ' s solo act led into a brief video segment of some of the funniest moments on Reno 911!. Once the clip had ended, Alaz- raqui and Yarbrough walked on stage dressed in their uniforms as Deputies Garcia and Jones. They then allowed the audience to ask questions about them- selves and their co-stars. One student asked whom they would eat first if they were stranded on a desert island. The victim was Rain- eesha, played by actress Niecy Nash. Another student asked the cops how many drugs they were on. Is cocaine a drug? asked Yarbrough. I just call Rush Limbaugh for my drugs, said Alazraqui. They finished the show by having an audience member, fresh- man Michael Obeng, come on stage for improv. Deputies Garcia and Jones questioned Obeng about the armed robbery of actress Halle Berry. It was so fun, said Obeng. It was so exhilarating being up on stage [and] being up there with them. Being up close and personal with them like that, and performing, it was really good. Freshman Alex DeSisto, an avid fan of Reno 911!, also enjoyed the show. I thought [the show] was amazing, said DeSisto. ' Reno 91 1! ' is one of my favorite shows and they ' re both hilarious. DeSisto ' s favorite part of the show was Yarbrough ' s impression of Bill Cosby, but he was surprised about how good the actor was at stand-up comedy. 1 was surprised, I ' d never seen Cedric do any stand up, said DeSisto. I ' ve seen Carlos on Comedy Central, but Cedric was actually pretty funny. Even those who were not avid fans of the TV series were able to find humor in the performance. Senior Mike Livesey, who had only seen a few episodes of Reno 911!, CAMERA in hand, Carlos Alazraqui takes pictures of co-comedian Cedric Yarbrough. Yarbrough, who opened the show, left shortly after this scene as Yarbrough took center stage telling big dick jokes. t ' hoto by Natalie Wall too feai(Ams thought that the show was funny and entertaining. [My favorite part] was probably the transition be- tween the two comedian ' s separate acts, said Livesey. How they were acting [together] was really funny. Senior Sean Santiago, vice president of marketing and communication for the University Program Board (UPB), said that the show went well, and that it had met their expectations. He explained that a list of avail- able performers was provided to UPB, and committee members picked who was most relevant to the univer- sity. Before Reno 911!, Alazraqui was known for his stand-up acts, as well as for his voice work on many animated movies and cartoon series, most notably as the voice of Rocko on Rocko ' s Modern Life. Yarbrough ' s career picked up after he starred in Reno 911!. Since his character on the series began, he had appeared in small roles in many motion pictures, such as The 40-Year-Old Virgin. In addition to the show, he was also known for his voice work on the Cartoon Network series, The Boondocks. A nearly full Wilson Auditorium saw the two TV stars and comedians visit the university. It was a great show, said Obeng, and the people that missed it really missed out on something funny. AFTER making his big entrance and falling to the floor, actor Cedric Yarbrough grabs his leg as part of his routine. Yarbrough, who played Deputy Jones on Reno 9111, made his debut halfway through the show to Eye of the Tiger. Photo by Natalie Wall POINTING towards the audience, comedian Carlos Alazraqui does an impression of former president Bill Clinton. Along with playing Deputy Jones on Reno 911!, Alazraqui was featured on Comedy Central ' s Premium Blend. h ' hoto by Natalie Wall 2eno m lOl ' I y •i:r WWW.BARACKOBAMA.COM s many Americans tuned into their favorite news broadcasting networks covering one of the most historic elections in U.S. history, cold and sleepless stu- dents huddled together in a line that started at entranc- es E and F of the Convocation Center and snaked all the way around the University Recreation Center (URECJ. They ate food, read books and played card games as they waited in anticipation for doors to open for President- elect Barack Obama ' s rally. The last presidential candidate who visited the uni- versity was Stephen Douglas — in 1858. He ran against Abraham Lincoln. Obama is the first major political figure to roll through here in a long time, not to mention it ' s a week before the election and I ' m still undecided, said senior Nick Pas- carella. I ' d like to see what he has to say. It was 2:30 a.m. when the first few people arrived at the Convocation Center for the speech scheduled to begin at 5:15 p.m. The community was not aware of Obama ' s visit until five days before his arrival, and the news spread like wild fire. Whispers of Did you hear Obama ' s coming? were heard across campus, and life changed for a day. I decided to pick up extra hours at Top Dog to cover for people who attended the rally, said junior Jacqueline Wagner I worked from 1 1 a.m. to 6 p.m., and it was one of the slowest days I ' ve ever worked. The line at Star- bucks was the longest because everyone was getting coffee and hot chocolate to keep warm in line all day. Some professors announced that they would not be taking attendance, while others decided to postpone assignments. But even if professors chose not to, many students put academics on the back burner in hopes of being a part of history in the making. By Joanna Brenner Students, faculty and community members waited for hours in the cold, until the doors finally opened at 3:15 p.m. The doors closed an hour prior to Obama ' s arrival, leaving some seats unfilled and many cold fans disap- pointed at the door, unable to witness the rally from in- side. Obama ' s speech was broadcast on a large screen in Festival, Godwin and Bridgeforth Stadium. He also made a brief appearance on the UREC turf for the crowd of people unable to get a seat in the Convocation Center. The Convocation Center buzzed with anticipation. Gov. Tim Kaine and Sen. Mark Warner took the stage first, but when Obama arrived and walked down to the podium, the crowd exploded with excitement. Being able to shake his hand was amazing. How many people can say they have done that with a president? said sophomore Andrew Tran, who witnessed the rally from risers behind the podium. Obama appealed to Duke spirit immediately. I ' ve heard there is a campaign ' Duke Dog for President, ' said Obama. 1 can understand why you might vote for the Duke Dog, but he is not on the ballot, so you might want to try Barack Obama instead. In the rest of his speech, Obama spoke of his stance on the economy slump, tax cuts, health insurance and the environment. After speaking about his plan for the nation, he paused and told the audience members that they could sit if they wanted. The audience replied with cheers and continued to stand throughout his 40-minute speech. Obama ' s overwhelming appeal made his rally a suc- cess for the university ' s community. The rally and the campaign for change became a major stepping stone in university history as well as national history. A week before the election, President- elect Barack Obama rallied on campus Ohama dlij 103 Secret SeCft ' ty 9 s y lOH fe i(Ams CHOOSING 22 postcards to post every Sunday on his Web site proved a difficult process for Frank Warren, Along with creatively decorated postcards, Warren said he had also received deflated balloons, napkins and Polaroids. Photo b. Megan Mon .l.tt .l.tt .!.«■ . M .1.1 . . ! .l. the line extended past the front entrance to Wilson Hall. By 6:50 p.m., students were still waiting with anticipation for the doors to open for Frank Warren ' s PostSecret presentation, scheduled to begin at 7 p.m. Once the doors opened, students scrambled to find a seat in the packed auditorium. The lights dimmed. My name is Frank, and 1 collect secrets, began War- ren. In four years, Warren had collected more than a quar- ter million secrets mailed on postcards to his home mailbox in Germantown, Md. On average, he received about 1,000 secrets per week. He posted the Sunday Secrets weekly on his blog, www.postsecret.com. Warren chose postcards each week that reflected mul- tiple emotions that were connected through a cohesive theme. The project began on the streets of D.C. when Warren decided to hand out blank postcards, inviting strang- ers to participate in a community art project by mailing him their secrets, whether serious or funny. Four months later, Warren stopped passing out post- cards. But postcards continued to pour in — he knew then that the project had a mind of its own. In 2005, The Ail-American Rejects made a $2,000 donation to the Suicide Prevention Hotline in exchange for the use of the PostSecret postcards in their music video, Dirty Little Secret. The Suicide Prevention Hotline was a ser- vice that Warren worked with closely. Warren hit a serious note during the presentation when he mentioned that he received more postcards about suicide, self-harm and loneliness than about crimes or homicides. He told the audience that for the amount of people that the Wilson auditorium held, 75 people would think about taking their lives, and 22 people were sitting next to people who would actually try it. Warren was a friend of Reese Bulter, the founder of the Suicide Prevention Hotline. When Bulter needed financial assistance for the hotline, Warren posted the e-mail on his blog and the hotline received about $30,000 from regular visi- tors ofwww.postsecret.com. When Warren polled the audience, he asked if any of them had sent in a secret. Several hands went up. A girl in the front who raised her hand received one of the four PostSecret books. Often referred to as the most trusted stranger in America, Warren went on to de- scribe the different fashions in which he re- ceived secrets, including on fruits, vegetables, room card keys and a one-pound bag of cof- fee. However, he said the most interesting se- crets were the ones that he never got to read. One woman e-mailed him and said she tore up her secret before she sent it, because it felt terrible to see it written. Postcards were mailed to Warren from coun- tries all over the world, and he said he was not surprised by the differences, but by the similarities. The postcards contained similar trends about happiness, funny stories, and sexual taboos, even when they were written in different languages. Sharing a secret can be transformative, said Warren. People can repossess a situation where they felt like a victim and take power. Jrm Geaeis 103 Secret Society ' % Near the end of the presentation, Warren invited members of the audience to share a secret or ask a question. Students told sad, dark and funny secrets. One girl approached the microphone and announced that she had her first random hook-up on the drunk bus. ..but was completely sober, a statement that received a roaring applause from the audience. Senior Nishi Vijay was new to the PostSecret community, but liked the idea of sharing secrets publicly. I see the purpose because it ' s therapeutic, said Vi jay. It ' s shocking but it ' s great. University Program Board (UPB) booked Warren after a great deal of student interest. Although we did not conduct a poll, we knew in advance that it would be an event that would draw a lot of interest, said junior Rachelle McCracken, direc- tor of UPB ' s arts and culture committee. It is clear that it did after seeing the amazing turnout! The estimated attendance of the presentation was 1,150 people. Campus As- sault ResponsE (C.A.R.E.] and Student Wellness and Outreach were two orga- jiizations that co-sponsored the event with UPB. UPB put together a PostSecret project for the university called ]MU Secrets advertise Warren ' s visit. Students could create a postcard and drop it off in rren Hall. The postcards were on display in the Warren Hall third floor gal- for the remainder of the semester. UPB also contacted local newspapers media to get the word out. ' arren had done multiple presentations on other college campuses, and said that the project spoke well with young people because they were more Web- iterate and were more likely to share a secret. He also said that he secretly left messages at each school. The girl who received the book at the beginning of the presentation vv s-Wcky enough to find the message in the back of the book, which re dr he world needs to hear your voice. He seemed to be impressei-wffn the willingness and trusKof students to share their secre in front of so many people. Warren no It ' s cold out- side, but it ' s wJitjji in here. '   ' ¥W Mi V -A 106 feaiiAms ' li. WAITING for a meet and greet ith Frank Warren, 5tudent?1ine up by the left wall of Wihon Hall to purchase his books for up to S30. Books avaPsble for sale included, A liferhpe of Secrets, PostSecret, My Secret and Secret Lives of Men and rapmen. • ' holobyMegunMo} = ii £kmn.Q a s cmi can h irt ns ormMive. Peoj le can r joossess a si.iiAail.on lAikere ik i Mi tikiS a victim and ia e, o io t -fmnl yOarren PASSIONATELY describing the origination of PostSecret, artist and creator Franl Warren explains how it all started as a small art project. PostSecret had grown internationally, with secrets submitted from countries such as England, Spain and Brazil. Photo by Megan Mori . u.a.w ili:: Jrm Gecreis 107 j Duke l)op I or Presideiii m 07Y EC07nTni Alumni and family gathered on campus, reminiscing about their past and witnessing the changes dressed in a bright purple cape and spandex, Madisonman came out once a year to crown Ms. Madison during halftime of the anticipated football game, a coveted honor that culminated the end of a spirited Homecom- ing week. With more than 10 scheduled events throughout the week, it was hard for anyone to miss out on the abundant Duke spirit. Kicking off Homecoming was the banner contest with the theme Duke Dog for President! The clever contest was a spinoff of the Star Spangled Banner, adding a bit of Duke Dog flair with the PAW-Spangled Banner. Students who wished to participate submitted banners that were hung in Transitions to be judged. Students were also able to view the banners online and vote for their favorite. The Commons showed off Duke spirit with Commons Day. With free food, games and prizes, students participated on their way to class. An eating con- test was set up and students could make their own campaign buttons. To end a hard and long-lasting campaign, the University Program Board (UPB] served a delicious late night breakfast in Festival. The Homecoming Alumni Golf Tournament was hosted the day before the football game. Since 1999, the event had been available for all alumni, along with their families and friends. Participants who registered joined in on the fun on a warm Halloween morning. Goodies given out included an Alumni gift pack, beverage vouchers, and free breakfast and lunch. An awards presenta- tion was set up for the top three and last-place teams, and the first-place team won an invitation to the Madison Cup. Later that day was the Homecoming Parade, which began on Duke Drive. Students showed their dedication to Duke Dog by lining up in the streets and cheering on the university ' s clubs and organizations. The Marching Royal Dukes led the parade, followed by elaborate floats put together by student organizations such as SafeRides and the Student Duke Club. Sunset On The Quad followed the parade with a Paws and Stripes Forever theme. The Quad was decorated with a huge blow up Duke Dog and purple banners on every lamp post. There was a moon bounce, trick or treating and performances by a cappella and dance groups. The Student Government As- sociation also distributed I Bleed Purple T-shirts. At the pep rally, the university ' s first football coach. Dr. Challace McMillin spoke to the crowd about the growing success of the football team. He an- nounced how the football team was the university ' s first team to win 10 games in a regular season. We strive very hard for that, said McMillin. A loud roar of cheers followed his comments as students showed their enthusiasm for the team. Another speaker to address the crowd was alumnus Mark Warner, the vice president of Student Affairs. He started out by asking the crowd four ques- tions: Do you bleed purple? Do you want Duke Dog for President? Do you love JMU? Will you give money back when you ' re alumni? The assembly 10 feaiiAfe ' S T Duke Dog For President V By Jen Beers Ho ecominQ 109 IXike Dog I or l esideni of students, faculty and alumni all answa ach ques- tion with an enthusiastic and thun !l yes. Warner then went on to tall t how friendships should be remembered at miversity and reflected on the Sunset On The ( When you see a sun think of JMU friends. )MU is home, [and] there is place like home, said Warner. On Saturday, the tvd annual Homecoming tailgating contest took plac rior to the game. Tents, balloons, university pride Hd delicious food filled the park- ing lots. Alumni, CM ent students, family and friends joined together to ha good time and prepare for the game. When it was time to pacT Stadium filled up quickly. Pur| stadium ' s stands as dedicatee pumped up for the game. Homecoming marked another J football team. With a victory o j aware, 41-7, the football playj other reason to celebrate s , I never made it to the. the tents, Bridgeforth and yellow filled the id excited fans got for the university ' s the University of Del- P ave the university an- Tan incredible weekend, sail game last Homecom- ing, so this year was th st time for me, said sopho- more Chelsea Bov It was the perfect day and the perfect win. Aiy| Fans in the stands were so proud to be a part oyM hat day. At h M KT President Linwood H. Rose and his wife led seniors Andy Gibson and Chiquita King with Te title of Mr. and Ms. Madison. Gibson and King were both elected by their peers and each showed an ex- treme amount of love for their university. - ii It lA s i perfect dau) And ik perfect tAJcn. A[[ ik ans in tKe sidnds t Jere so pwad to h a pari o jTPdi tK t datj. -sophomore Ch. ls a ' 2 o A s = = ENJOYING a plush ride, nominees for Ms. Madison participate in the parade the day before the winner is announced. Chiquita King was nominated by SGA, interviewed as a top- ten finalist and voted on by the student body to win the award. Photo by Amy Gwaltney JiV no fea.iiAms TAKING pictures to document his last Homecoming at the university, senior Brandon Bebout snaps a shot of the T-shirt distribution on the Quad Students lined up two hours in advance to get small and medium shirts with the writing, I Bleed Purple on the back. Phofo courfesy of Alex Jerasa Hom.ecom ' {.n ill Duke Pop I or lYesldeni FACE down in plates of cereal, students compete in a no-hands-allowed eating competition. The event was part of Commons Day, which celebrated Land of The Free, Home of The Dukes. Photo by Leslie Covin When applying for Mr. Madison, they say he should embody the spirit of the university. But going beyond that, he should be someone who gives back on behalf of themselves and JMU, said Gibson. Their parents, along with the 2007 Mr and Ms. Madi- son winners, accompanied Gibson and King on the field when they received the award. A second award was also given out when the winner of the banner contest was revealed. In first place was Madison Equality, and in second place was Student Ambassadors. A performance by the Center for Multicultural Student Services (CMSS) on Saturday night brought the week- end to a close. CMSS ' step show in Wilson Hall included over 150 student performers and volunteers. All CMSS wants is to have fun with JMU alumni and our current students as we showcase the hard work of our Greek Student Leaders, said Martin Ispizua, pro- gram assistant for CMSS. This show is meant for our students to meet and reunite with alumni that could provide opportunities for employment or just connec- tions with the world outside of college. Homecoming was more than just parades and football games. It was a time where current and previous stu- dents of the university could bring out their purple and gold gear to celebrate their Duke pride. ILLUMINATED by the spotlight, baritone Thomas Tombes, a sophomore in Exit 245, croons a Ben Harper cover. Exit 245 performed as part of Sunset on The Quad alongside dance- groups and a DJ. Photo by Amy Gwaltney 112 featiAres Hoi cominQ 113 Home Away From Home I On bright sunny days at the university, many students flocked to the Quad. Some lay in the sun, while others threw a Frisbee. The entire area was covered with students enjoying one of their favorite on-campus hangouts. From the Quad to Taylor Down Under (TDU), it was easy for students to find a favorite spot, whether it was a building, lawn or dining hall. I really like the Arboretum, said junior Paige Abe. You can go on hikes with your friends and there ' s a really nice area to sit around the pond. Abe also enjoyed the Edith ]. Carrier Arboretum because she thought it was like getting off campus. It had a quiet and peaceful atmosphere, and was a great place to sit and think. Other students, however, preferred a more social environment. [1 like] the Quad because you can pretty much see everybody there, said sophomore Emily Samul- ski. It ' s a social place. I feel connected to the rest of the campus because everyone has to walk through there to get to class. Sophomore Kyle Seymour agreed. The Quad ' s always nice because there are so many people there that it ' s a friendly environment to just relax between classes, said Seymour TDU was also a popular place among students. Senior Sondra Vitaliz enjoyed TDU because there was always something going on, whether it was Funny Freakin ' Fridays or live music. Vitaliz found TDU to be a very relaxed and comfortable place. When it came to socializing over a meal, however, she preferred D-Hall. D-Hall [is my favorite place to eat] because I feel like it ' s a place where people can get what they want, said Vitaliz. It ' s slower and not so fast-foodish. I find dining halls to be a great place to hang out after you ' re done eating. One time at D-Hall I stayed and talked for two hours after 1 was done eating. Some students had mixed feelings concerning the popular dining place. Entering D-Hall is a range of emotions, said sophomore Jason Ginnow. First there ' s anticipation, and then there ' s either sadness or extreme jubilation, depending on what they ' re offering. With the university ranked No. 5 in the nation for best food according to the Princeton Review, stu- dents had the opportunity to pick their favorite meals from a large variety of dining options. I like eating at Festival because of Cranberry Farms and the crepe breakfast place, said Abe. I usu- ally find it to be pretty busy, but when you actually sit down to eat, it ' s pretty laid back. a Ttrst ih r ' i aniicipa-tion, and iken there ' s edher sadness or eKiremejiAhdaiion, depending on lAohat ikei re o ferin . -so kowvore Jason CX(nno M eo-iiAms Students found comfort in popular campus spots vonie C m iAS Gj ois 115 | Home Away From Home LOUNGING in the sun in front of Wilson Hall, juniors Jordan Col ' ' and Lauren Root engage in a conversation about tfieir studies. The Quad was a favorite spot on campus for many students, whether it was to study between classes or to simply relax. Hhuio by Amy Gwaltney 116 feaiiAfes beside the Kissing Rock on the Quad. The legend of the Kissing Rock stated that if one kissed his or her significant other on the rock, they would be destined to wed. I ' hoto .!n Angela Barbosa A SWEATER acts as a makeshift pillow as sophomore Amanda Hell ion dozes on the couches on the second floor of the Carrier Library. IVlany students utilized the comfortable couches and the solace of the libraries for a quick nap between classes. Photo by Angela Barbosa Another favorite dining facility was Market One, a fa- cility that offered pizza, burgers, sandwiches, soup and a Java City coffee ban Market One [is my favorite] because they have the best food and easy access to coffee, said Samuiski. For some, dining facilities also provided a place to study. I really like to study in Top Dog early in the morning because 1 can sit down at a booth with a cup of coffee and I have enough room for all of my books, said Abe. Others preferred a quieter atmosphere to study. Sam- uiski liked to study on the second floor of Carrier Li- brary due to limited traffic, which allowed her to focus more on her work. Some changes to different areas of the campus, such as furniture changes at TDU and the reduction of the Air- port Lounge (APL) in Warren Hall, left some students Abe agreed. 1 was really sad when I saw that they changed the APL, when they made it smaller, because space is already so limited around campus. Samuiski believed that the changes to the APL and TDU made those areas less accessible and less inviting because students knew that they were not guaranteed a place to study since so many people used those areas. Vitaliz believed that the changes made to TDU and the APL were a step in the wrong direction on the univer- sity ' s part. The school needs more [places to study and hang out], she said. I feel like there aren ' t that many places to just sit down and relax. On the other hand, the opening of the East Campus Library [ECL] created a new place for students to study and hang out. I feel like the opening of the new ECL has cleared out some of the on-campus hangout spots, said Abe. So I vonie Cay A iAS G ots U7 By Steph Synoraci live activities encouraged Halloween spirit around campus B if ou could hear people screaming from the forest as you stood in line. Men and women dressed up in Halloween masks, sneaking up on students and breathing heavily. The trek through the haunted ' forest hadn ' t even begun. In addition to dressing up in store-bought or home- i made costumes for Halloween, students found festive ways to keep the spirit of the holiday alive. Harrison- |burg and neighboring cities hosted a slew of activities to offer the public during the month of October. One of the closest and most popular Halloween attrac- tions was Fear Forest, located off Route 33 in Harrison- i.burg. In its third year running, visitors to Fear Forest walked or ran through a haunted forest. On first arriv- ing to the attraction, which was located in the middle of nowhere, event-goers were taken into the forest on a hayride. The hayride traveled on a dark pathway to the ac- Jtual forest, where students and Harrisonburg resi- I dents stepped off the hayride, bought their $7 ticket, and waited in line for their turn to enter. Closer to the entrance, screaming was heard from inside the mess of trees. The entrance was made up of a black wooden structure with narrow walkways. Fear Forest employ- ees hid in the entrance, breathing deeply as groups walked by. Once in the forest, the pathway wound and dropped. As the path moved on, participants encoun- tered haunting scenes, includ- ing an old man cooking a body part over a fire and a possessed little boy running out to a group of people. Women called out for help and creatures jumped out from behind trees. Tents were set up along the pathway with different themes such as a spider motif As groups of people walked through, motion-sensored spiders moved across the tent and spider-like webs hung down. Event-goers feared for their lives when men with chainsaws came up behind them and made a startling noise. Be scared to enter the Fear Forest, said senior Britt- ney Pearce. Watch out for the chainsaws. ..they will come after you. Another scene in the forest was an old trailer with bloodstains all over it, with a little old woman sitting outside by a fire. Junior Ashley Barbee went to Fear Forest with her sorority the previous year as a sisterhood event and vowed to go every Halloween. It ' s different from all the other haunted places I ' ve been to, said Barbee. It ' s so dark in the forest that you don ' t know what to expect next. The hayride to the forest is a nice added touch too. Darkwood Manor, located in downtown Luray, Va., was another frequently visited attraction among stu- dents. This haunted house comprised many rooms and narrow hallways, each room attributed to a different movie set. Actors dressed the part and played a signifi- cant role in the experience of this haunted place. One by one, groups entered the house and were greet- ed by the theatre owner and a gothic-looking wom- oiM: (or ih cK m5 (A)5 ... ikeUj lA ctl com. aker ijoiA. -senior Bniineij Pearce reAtiAfes HOLLOWED out, a carved pumpkin makes an unusual ma ' ik for sophomore bnc Daley during the Homecoming tailgate. Because Halloween and Homecoming fell on the same weekend, many students who tailgated before the game also dressed to show their Halloween spirit. Photo by Amy Gwaltney FOLLOWi;.iu = uniorGma Ve on a difficult puinpi.!,. . -, design. Students bought pumpkins at stores like Wal-Mart or picked their own pumpkins at local farms. Phoro by.Vffony Brown en holding onto the popcorn machine. As groups made their way through the house, they encountered various scenes from films such as The Mad Scientist and Indiana Jones. Customers also had to go through a corn maze on the outskirts of the premises. People were hidden throughout and jumped out as the groups made their way back inside the haunted house. I thought it was really scary and 1 screamed the whole way through, said junior Jen Methvin, a first-time visitor. I would defi- nitely recommend [it to people] for next yean Go early in the eve- ning though, because the lines get insane. Of course, there were other fun Halloween activities to take part in besides the scary stuff. Many students visited local farms to go pumpkin picking, navigate corn mazes and look at animals. I have never been to a real pumpkin patch, said junior Theresa Wakenight. As a child, my family would take my sister and I to get an already picked pumpkin, so I was really excited to be able to experience picking my own pumpkin this year. Students often frequented Hess ' Greenhouse, just two minutes fi-om city limits. Named Back Home on The Farm, Hess ' Green- house provided a three-and-a-half acre corn maze for students and families. Each year, the maze had a theme, such as horses. In addi- tion to the main maze, Hess offered a few smaller mazes for chil- dren and another called the Cat ' s Cradle Maze, where people had to find their way out through tricky pathways. Visitors could also watch as cows and goats grazed in their pens, where some students snapped pictures of the animals. EXPERIENCING his first Halloween, Mateo Kurtz prowls around in his bear costume at Fall Pest, hosted by Our Community Place (OCP), a non-profit organization that emerged from the Free Food for All Soup Kitchen held at The Little Grill. Fall Fest offered live music, a costume contest, homemade root beer floats and pumpkin decorati ng, among other activities. Photo by Rebecca Schnedier HM.O[ n Personal louch Painting unique pottery was an enjoyable pastime Students looking for alternative entertainment to the usual party scene found a new and creative Nay to spend their weekends: You Made it! Paint Your Own Pottery. Located in downtown Harrisonburg across from the Massanut- ten Regional Library, You Made It! offered people of all ages a chance to create their own ceramic masterpieces to add to their homes or give as gifts. You Made It! was run by a local mother and son: Joan Clasbey and David Miller Clasbey came up with the idea when her daughter gave her a hand-painted utensil holder that matched her kitchen. Clasbey found the gift touching and personalized. A few weeks later, Clasbey saw a young couple going on a pottery date set up by Oprah. At that moment, You Made It! was conceived. Miller came back from school and dedicated himself to helping his mother. Every person who walked through the door of You Made It! was 120 ' eaiiAms greeted by Clasbey or Miller. From then on, they assisted the cus- tomers in creating their art. When someone walks in the door and asks what to do, I tell them to pick anything they want to paint, said Miller Our job is to show you how, from zero painting ability to the graduate level. Customers chose a table to work on and then scoped out the room for the pottery piece of their choice. You Made It! had every- thing from picture frames to dog bowls to vases. Sample pieces were displayed to show different painting techniques. Once customers picked the pieces they wanted to paint, Clas- bey and Miller helped them get the supplies they needed. Sup- plies varied from an assortment of paints to sponges, brushes and stamps. The employees were super nice and helpful, said junior Erin Mahoney. They were more than willing to teach me a cool bubble technique to use on my pasta bowl. You Made It! hosted many events throughout the year. Frater- nities and sororities often held special events at the downtown pottery place. Kids of all ages and even some teenagers had their birthday parties there. Some corporations planned corporate out- ings to You Made It!. People think going to a place like that would be really expensive, but you can spend as much or as little as you want. It is definitely worth the money, said Mahoney. As Miller explained, customers paid the amount of the piece plus a 50 percent studio fee. Junior Adam Sutphin decided to go to You Made It! and see what he could do. 1 feel like You Made It! is one of those undiscovered treasures downtown, said Sutphn. It offers a nice alternative to what most consider a typical weekend at JMU. And a tip for all the guys out there, it ' s a great place to take a date. ..it lets her get to know your sensitive side, even if you don ' t think you have one. You Made It! became such a popular place to go that University Program Board (UPB) held a college night there. Sarah Sunde, stu- dent and activities involvement administrator, thought of the idea while she and her friend were at You Made It! over the summer. Sunde received a grant to offer Friday night events to provide alternative entertainment for students to show them that there A COLORFUL spread of paint lines the wall, providing senior Elizabeth Bihn a rainbow to choose from. With such a large variety of paint, ceramic objects and artistic methods, students could create personalized pieces of art. Fhwiu by Niitalie Wall ELLO F paint cover ' ; the tz an aoToi d Univprsity , tudfntNaiittbetv dog Ibowl The :ot ifej ped to et either a golden ftlfiever j bra ' beaofp shortly SfKf ' tfie ' powl u as completed fVTo;o| are more things happening at |MU and in Harri- sonburg than just partying. From that, You Made It! night was born! Junior Annie Blewett, UPB special events head, executed Sunde ' s idea. We had approximately 100 students come throughout the night ... You Made It! was so packed that some people had to wait for a table, said Blewett. Shuttles ran from campus to bring over students who lived in dorms. College night was crazy, but great according to Miller. With four kiln loads of pottery. Miller and Clasbey were up until 1 a.m. taking care of it all. The students produced beautiful work and they were quite proud of themselves, said Miller. Even though Clasbey and Miller were kept busy during college night, they had a great time seeing friends bond over their pieces and laughing at the silly techniques. BRUSHES and paint in hand, junior LeiLani Ching gathers needed supplies during the University Program Board ' s (UPB) event. I contacted [You Made It!] and they were thrilled to open for students, said Student and Activities Involvement Administrator Sarah Sunde. Photo by Natalie Wall V)o(A 7Y[ad6 It( 121 [ipniiing (Mange ■ • J • y i By Katie Thisdell Beth Principi 1 Igniting Change Students impacted the community while impacting themselves WRAPPED up like a mummy, bigs and littles participate in Lutlieran Presbyterian Campus Minstry ' s Fall Party for Big Brothers Big Sisters (BBBS) of Rockingham County. BBBS matched university students with elementary students in the area. . . i Kaut Thisdell 122 feaiiAfes I I 1 ike a fire, the enthusiasm spread through dorms and classrooms, into local elementary schools and soup kitchens. The flames of hard work helped build friendships along the way. Students ignited the campus and community with their service. Serving free lunches on Mondays, teaching sports for Special Olympics on Tuesdays and visiting with nurs- ing home residents on Wednesdays were just some of Alpha Phi Omega ' s (APO) weekly projects. They did not stop there. Members of the university ' s chapter of the national coed service fraternity also built houses following Hurricane Katrina, cleaned pet cages at the Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (SPCA] and harvested vegetables for local food banks. Throughout the university, students carried on this spirit and committed themselves to serving the com- munity. Whether through classes, organizations or personal dedication, they showed their care and con- cern for others. We start with small service for the brotherhood, then reach out to the community and then globally, said senior Mary Martin, president of APO. SEEDS drop to the ground as senior Alison Glace plants potatoes and onions at Volunteer Farm in Woodstock, Va. Volunteer Farm provided freshly grown produce for local low-income families. Photo by Leslie Covin 1HETA CH( iI2 DfiVSi |p focal families TOYS and monetary donations are collected by seniors Matt Portner and Chris Bemo, brothers of Theta Chi during the ninth annual 12 Days Project. The proceeds of this year ' s event were donated to Harrisonburg ' s Habitat for Humanity and Mercy House. ' -• •••■ :- ' ■■ ■ nheWnil Igniting Ck n e 123 ' Wj Ipniiing ' Change The 73 brothers committed to at least 30 hours of ser- vice per person each semester, but most went beyond that requirement. With over 2,000 hours in past semesters, the spirit of helping others strengthened in its members. I think everyone can serve in some capacity, said Martin. Even if you think it ' s insignificant, everything is a big deal. Senior Caitiin Anzalone, the vice president of service for APO, remembered her first service experience cooking lunch for the Free Food for All Soup Kitchen hosted weekly at the Little Grill Collective. The weekly project that moved across the street to Our Community Place became one of Anzalone ' s favorite projects. It ' s so easy to connect to people there, said Anzalone. And I love cooking, so it ' s a great match for me. Forming relationships with the community was vital for the brothers. Whether meeting with a child weekly at the Salva- tion Army after-school program or teaching an adult to play basketball for the Special Olympics, the personal connec- tions reinforced the importance of the group ' s dedication to service. You get to know a lot of people, said Martin. It ' s those smiles from the athletes you ' re teaching how to play basket- ball that mean everything. It ' s not an ' us versus them ' men- tality. We all work together. Not all of the brothers ' service projects were tied to APO. Some just wanted to spread the light into others ' lives. For instance, Anzalone became a Big through Big Brothers Big Sisters (BBBS) because of her interest in helping kids. She ate lunch with her 8-year-old Little weekly at his school, and cheered him on at his football games. I love kids, and this is one of those thing s where being one- on-one and getting to build that relationship makes it worth it, she said. A lot of kids in this community really need that attention. fEETH in hand, senior Sarah Marr teaches a t: student at a school in Nicaragua the proper way to brush his teeth. i ' Marr went to Nicaragua through one of the many Alternative Break programs offered by the Ijversity. Photo ciji; ii ofShariKon a li. iaJ S riSiA din , a-f cii.nQ someone ' s ItfiS tn a. posiiive lAiaij Jwst lc?ei.n a Mend- -sojohomore ' Ellen Peterson HASTILY gulping, Dav. LaRosj competes in the hot dog eating contest for Rock for R.A.K.. Alpha Tau Omega sponsored Rock for RA.K., which stood for Random Acts of Kindness. Photo by Caroline Blii J2H f aiiAfes I I CROUCHED down in a flower bed, sophomore Stepnjiiie l-.iss.ini plants flowers for The Big Event. Sponsored by the Student Government Association, The Big Event focused on bridging the gap between Harrisonburg and the university community. Photo courtesy of Nicole Ferraro iQmimQ CkmQ X23 IpnlUnp Change HANDS fly as the ladies of Zeta Tau Alpha compete in a charity volleyball tournament. ZTA also participated in Rock for R.A.K, which was held on the Rockingham County Fairgrounds on Sept. 2. Phofo by Caroline Blanzacc Since college students rarely had a chance to spend time with kids, BBBS was a popular organization. Bigs were matched with Littles between the ages of 6 and 18. Whether through a school-based match such as Anzalone ' s or a community-based match, BBBS helped Bigs and Littles developed lasting friendships. Senior Rachel Wheat hoped to be a role model for her Little and teach her the value of education. 1 think it ' s important to encourage Littles and be a positive force in their lives, said Wheat. This program provides opportunities that they might not have. According to Amanda Kearney, the executive director of BBBS of Harrisonburg-Rockingham County, about 66 percent of Bigs comes from the university. It cer- tainly is an important institution for us, said Kearney. Many wanted to make a connection in Harrisonburg by helping local children, according to Kearney. What better way to give back to the community in which you live, whether as a permanent resident or as a student, than by having fun with a child who could use a friend? said Kearney. Wheat also volunteered each week at the front desk of the Harrisonburg Rockingham Free Clinic, giving out medications and interpreting Spanish for patients. It ' s a great experience and helps me keep up with my Spanish, she said, describing how community service could help both parties involved. Volunteering has really shaped my college career and who 1 am, said Wheat. It really opens your eyes and gives you a new perspective on life. The flame of service spread to the university ' s cur- riculum, too. Wheat said service was a requirement for her practi- cal Spanish course. Students met in the classroom to discuss various issues and then used the language to help others. Once a week, they taught English to His- panic adults at the Career Development Academy in Memorial Hall. It was so rewarding to work one-on-one with stu- dents who were trying so hard to learn English, she said. Volunteering is as much a commitment as you want to make it. Community Service Learning (CS-L) was a univer- sity office that made partnerships like this happen. It joined students, faculty, staff and members of the sur- rounding community by planning service opportuni- ties. CS-L coordinated with more than 75 community service agencies to help better residents ' lives in the J26 fe iAres JAMMING out to the The Legend of Zelda, graduate : and senior I , perform during the Alpha Epilson Pi Retro Video Games Quartet. The proceeds from the event were divided between the Shaare Zedek Medical Center in Jerusalem and Chai Life. Photo by Natalie Wall Shenandoah Valley. The learning aspect of service was incorporated into students ' academics when they reflected back on their experiences and how it affected their own lives. The unique learning experience helped to foster a lasting commitment to service for all the students involved. Through local and international projects, over 1,200 students participated in CS-L ann ually and helped thou- sands of people, creating positive memories. CS-L also coordinated the popular Alternative Break Programs (ABPJ, which were a rewarding way students could spend their breaks. Instead of the typical trips home or to warmer destinations, students served com- munities across the world, igniting others to share their cause. Thanksgiving and Spring Break trips ranged from feeding the hungry and homeless in Atlanta, Ga., to helping at a primary school in Treasure Beach, Ja- maica. Other groups continued to provide relief in New Orleans for Hurricane Katrina victims. Back in Harrisonburg, the university encouraged lo- cal involvement in the community as soon as students moved into their freshman dorms. One of the programs in the Gifford residence hall was Teer Learning Com- munity. In the program, about 20 freshmen took their general education classes together and volunteered to- gether through CS-L. Tim Ball, a professor in the Sc hool of Communication Studies, taught the general communications course for Teer. Following the CS-L model, he tried to associate what they learned in the community to class content. This is different from just volunteering because with service, we want them to reflect afterwards, said Ball. We want them to try to see that there are connec- tions. Many students came from privileged backgrounds, he USINGa trowel to lay bricks, senior Jordan Eiuidiin builds up a wall for a building project in Nicaragua during an Alternative Break program. These programs offered national as well as international opportunities for students to volunteer during their breaks. Photo courtesy of Shah Kornblatt said, and were unaware of Harrisonburg ' s social issues. Through community service, Teer exposed freshmen to their new city and issues they might not otherwise have seen. In the fall, Teer participants volunteered for two days with Habitat for Humanity. They built a fence and cleaned the organization ' s Bridgewater office. There are some people who like to do service on their own, but it ' s more fun to do in a group and have that shared experience, said Ball. The university ' s Habitat for Humanity chapter sparked involvement in communities all around Virginia. By building homes, students gave people in need a place to live and raise their children. Habitat works in partnership with people in need to build and renovate decent, affordable housing, said se- nior Sara Christie, secretary for Habitat for Humanity. Students worked side-by-side with the future owners of the homes. The families put in hundreds of hours of their own labor into building their homes and the homes of oth- ers, said Christie. Their mortgage payments go into a revolving fund for Habitat that we used to build more houses. Sophomore Maggie McGraw said there was no better feeling than building a house for families in need. It ' s nice to meet the people who are going to eventually live there, said McGraw. They are so grateful. When members showed up on sight, they did not know what to expect. Some days they laid down foundations, and on other days they painted walls and shingled roofs. You never know what you are going to be doing, and that is why it is so exciting, said McGraw. Igntttng Ckdn e J27 Igniting Change GIVING thanks, junior Samath,) FItsgerald and Jill Courson and senior Evin Page, talk with Harrisonburg community members. Sorority and fraternity members gave back to the Harrisonburg community by putting together a thanksgiving dinner, with enough food for 70 people. Photo by Natalie Wall LETTING off some steam after a busy day helping at the Volunteer Farm in Woodstock, Va., members of Student Ambassadors jump with delight. All food grown by the Volunteer Farm was donated to the Blue Ridge Area Food Bank. I ' hcto courtesy of Heather Cote X2£ feaiiAms a I [o f kt s, dnd tKts cs one o( ikose ikm s iAih r lo ' m one-on-one and Q iimQ io hiAild that r la.i(.onsh(p maizes d uoorik it A lo{ of ki s (n tK(5 commiAmiij reailij n ed tK :at a.ii nti.on. -semor Camn Anzalons = — = = GETTING Ready for an Italian feast, senior Brent Levy takes bread out of the oven. The Wesley House hosted a Brother- to-Brother night where the Bigs spent quality time with their Littles. Photo by Megan Mori Christie expresssed similar feelings about helping the community. In my opinion, there is nothing better in life than giving back, said Christie. My goal is to help shape the world into a better place. Everybody seemed to want to spread the flame of service in the community, including other Greek organizations. Sigma Phi Ep- silon was a perfect example of a fraternity that gave back to its community. Its members volunteered around town at elementary school book fairs, giving out Halloween candy on Greek Row, and working with Harrisonburg Downtown Renaissance, an organiza- tion that worked to revitalize downtown into a prosperous and vibrant city center. Sophomore Tom Pugh, a member of Sigma Phi Epsilon, enjoyed being involved in the area. Helping out in Harrisonburg gets us involved in a new town away from home, said Pugh. It helps us feel like we have a new home and gives us a sense of belonging. Others in the Greek. community, such as Sigma Kappa, had their own stories about helping out in their community. The sisters of this sorority tutored children at local schools, held canned food drives and organized a memory walk to raise money for Alzheim- er ' s Research. Many of the sisters also exceeded the required num- ber of community service hours. Senior Kelly Rowell, president of Sigma Kappa, believed the best part about helping the community was reaching people outside of the university. Service helps people be humble, said Rowell. It makes us appreciate the aspects of life that are important. With their motto being, Live to serve. Love to serve, members of Circle K International recognized the importance of dedication to leadership and service. The Kiwanis-affiliated chapter focused their help on children, holding service events for children ages 6 to 13. Secretary of Circle K, junior Alexis Bergen, said their activities included writing let- ters to fourth grade pen pals and walking with students during the Keister Elementary School walk-to-school days. They also volun- teered at the Harrisonburg Children ' s Museum and participated in Big Brothers Big Sisters. Freshman Ellen Peterson expressed the excitement in sending letters to a local fourth grader to share their lives. Most of these kids didn ' t have the best role models, so it is really encouraging that they have someone to talk to and who will listen to what they have to say, said Peterson. After corresponding back and forth, the members met their pen pals at the end of the year. It was rewarding, affecting someone ' s life in a positive way by just being a friend, said Peterson. For these organizations to function, the members had to have the dedication to set fire to the hearts of those around them, showing them the importance of service. C ircle K ignited the community by finding ways to address the problems. According to Bergen, Circle K encourages students to be more active in their community, which will hopefully continue to follow them when they become adults. Bergen ' s attitude was an example of how many students felt to- wards helping the surrounding area. The university exemplified selfless acts for the good of the community around them. Bergen said it best: One person can make a difference, even if it ' s as simple as brightening someone ' s day. Igniting Ckan e J29 I tie Rage Joticable trends soread throughout camous U Noticable trends spread throughout campus C lothes make the man. Naked people have little or no influence on society. Popular fashion fads throughout the university community revealed that Mark Twain ' s quote still reigned true. During the warmer months, women wore colorful sundresses and accessorized with beaded necklaces, pearls and bracelets that were stacked to cover an entire wrist. Large earrings also proved popular as accessories, bringing outfits full circle. Lightweight scarves appeared on cooler days to accent a summer dress, often with tights or leggings worn to keep legs warm in cool classrooms. Women ' s manicured toes were displayed in flip-flops or hidden in ballet flats. Both men and women boasted Rainbow brand leather flip-flops that could be purchased at Pacific Sunwear and depart- ment stores. Many students appreciated the quality of Rainbows, which were known to last longer than rubber-soled flip-flops. Reefs were another popular brand. Plaid patterns broke up the monotony of simple dresses and shorts, a trend spotted on both men and women. Students enjoyed the ability of plaid clothing to be casual enough for every day, or classy enough for a date. I had five pairs of plaid shorts and wore them almost everyday, said freshman Cory Valentine. They were the most comfortable shorts 1 had ever bought and they went with everything. 1 could wear a plain T-shirt with them or dress them up. Students even sported plaid shoes. Sperry Topsider was a well- known brand, selling boat shoes in traditional leather, unusual col- ors, and of course, plaid patterns. My favorite pair of shoes were my Sperrys, said junior Meghan Hovanic. I was looking for a pair of shoes that were comfortable and fashionable and I found the perfect ones. I saw them all the time on campus. During the warmer months, many women treated campus as a runway, parading to class in high heels in bright hues of pink, yel- low and blue, among others. Espadrilles, heels with a rope or rub- ber sole made to look like rope, became very popular and were thought to be more comfortable than dramatic heels. With a cam- pus of 676 acres and a seemingly endless number of hills, comfort was a priority for those who walked to classes. If I wanted to dress up an outfit or a dress, 1 wore my espadrilles simply because they were the easiest to walk in across campus, said freshman Emma Simons. Most of my heels were too high to wear for a long time. Many men on campus usually kept their outfits simple — a pair of shorts and a plain T-shirt. Some could be seen wearing a button- down or polo shirt from Abercrombie Fitch or Ralph Lauren, which could be purchased in almost any colon Most men, however, took the easy route when it came to their outfits. I wore a T-shirt and shorts every day when it was warm, said senior Mike Columbus. It took me about five minutes to get ready for class in the mornings. When temperatures began to drop in November and December, students brought out fur-lined shoes, sweatshirts, fleeces, sweat- pants and scarves. Uggs, suede boots lined with sheepskin, kept feet toasty warm, and even students who did not own a pair of Uggs sported cheaper knock-off versions. I wore my Uggs almost every day during the winter, said junior Jessica Brown. 1 have three pairs of them in different colors so I had a pair for almost every outfit. I liked to wear them with leg- gings, which kept me warmer than I thought they would. Uggs were also worn with popular skinny and straight leg jeans. Skinny jeans were easily tucked into Uggs, while the more tradi- tional flare jeans were large enough to go over the boots. On colder mornings, when students had to pry themselves out of bed, students with early classes often opted for sweatpants and sweatshirts, while those who had more time to get ready in the mornings pulled on tights or leggings, and a long cardigan over top. Heavy coats and scarves were saved for the more wintry days. Fleeces were chosen over heavy, waterproof winter coats, with the most popular brand names being The North Face, Eastern Mountain Sports and Mountain Wear. Both brands were available in many colors for both sexes, al- though black was the most prominent and versatile. Mountain Wear fleeces were lightweight and windproof, while The North Faces varied in thickness and some were water resistant for driz- zly days. To keep all body parts warm, pashmina scarves were popular among the women. The scarves were made of a special kind of cashmere and came in both basic colors and intricate designs. Women often matched their scarves to their outfits for the day. When football season started, students could be seen sporting their favorite teams ' jersey. Redskins, Eagles, Steelers, Giants — all were spotted around campus. Rivalries flared and students also wore other apparel demonstrating support for their teams. Whether apparel was influenced by popular brand names, the weather conditions or their favorite sports teams, many students found their outfit choices following fads. 130 fea.iiAr s GRAPHIC sneakers boast a bold Volcom logo. Founded as a grassroots company, Volcom gained notoriety for its Youth Against Establishment philosophy and its unique designs. Photo by Amy Gwaltney PROUD of his original style, freshman Brendon Jucks shows off a bold graphic Vurt Polo. Thick plastic glasses were also a popular item among those with poor vision and even those with normal eyesight. Photo by Amy Owaltney CASUALLY dressed, a student sports a Ralph Lauren sweater and a pashmina scarf. Some students wore cashmere scarves made from a special breed of goat indigenous to the Himalayas, while others chose blends that cost less. Photo by Amy Gwaltney U-skion fads 131 k A Spot of Tea each Wednesday at 4 p.m., Shari Scofield and University Pro- grams (formerly University Unions) invited members of the university community to join them for an afternoon teatime. I wanted to bring people together and I wanted to do something different, said Scofield. She hoped the event would create a sense of community among students, staff and faculty. She researched many other college Web sites until she stumbled upon a similar program at another school. She chose Wednesday afternoon for the teatime because so many students and staff had meetings and classes in the evening. The event was a hit. The main reason I kept holding the teatime was because so many people came up to me and told that it made their day, said Sco- field. Junior Kelly Patullo became a regular attendee. I liked to come every Wednesday because it was nice to see the other people that come, said Patullo. It was also nice to know that there was some- thing on campus that was free and available for students and pro- fessors. Teatime was held outdoors on the Green Roof Terrace between Grafton-Stovall Theatre and Taylor Hall, a location chosen to draw attention to the Green Roof and the university ' s efforts to become a greener campus. When the weather became colder and the event moved to the fourth floor of Warren Hall, hot chocolate was also served. Cinnamon and raspberry scones were available to students on a first-come, first-served basis, although they ran out quickly. When tea time first began, there were a few regular attendees and a handful of people who stopped by on their way to a class or meeting. As it continued, however, teatime spread through word of mouth and more people began to show up. Seniors Jasmine Banks and Leyla Serway both enjoyed the op- portunity for an opportunity to relax. It ' s a nice break from a busy day or a busy week, said Serway. It ' s a great time to relax and catch up with friends. Banks agreed. It ' s a good way to connect with people and meet new people. Sophomore Kelly Gatewood worked with Dining Services on the special events committee and helped University Programs serve the tea, hot chocolate and scones. The afternoon tea is a good time to stop and take a break from work, said Gatewood. People MUFFINS and other baked goods are set out by Director of University Programs Shari Scofield in preparation for the weekly teatime on the Green Roof Terrace. The teatime was held every Wednesday between 4 and 5 p.m. Photo L-iheCo. 132 feaiiA-res Weekly teatime held by University Programs creat a new social opporunity CUPS in hand, senior Trisha Farley and junibrs ' - ' Nicole Ferraro and Candace Avaios engage in a humorous conversation over tea and hot chocolate. Originally the teatime was set outdoors, but as the weather grew colder the program was moved indoors to Warren Hall. f ' huto by Leslie Covin ,. (W If yvt liked to stop by and say hi. It was an especially nice break for all the peo- ple working in Warren Hall; the free tea and hot chocolate were near their workspaces. Often the tea would have a large pad of paper displayed with a weekly poll. One poll ques- tion was What builds community for you? Students wrote answers that usually related to friendship and meeting people at the tea. Sophomore Peter Fisher-Duke wrote that he planned to return to the remaining teas held throughout the year. The tea was a success, and students, faculty and staff enjoyed attending. The number of people who attended was not staggering by any means, but the enthusiasm for the pro- gram was tremendous, said Scofield. We make people smile in a big way. DILIGENTLY answering the question, What builds community for you?, sophomore Peter Fisher-Duke writes out his response. Attendees were asked to give feedback to the weekly question displayed on a poster. Photo by Leslie Covin T aXiw e 133 Vlork II Out . _ _ Rv Karlyn Williams Off-camDus emolovment oonortunites attracted students (( One morning, I was trying to speed up the line, so I steamed up more milk than 1 should have, and while 1 was walking, I dropped the hot milk onto my legs in front of 20 customers, said junior Kerry Shannon, a barista at the coffee shop attached to Barnes Noble. They laughed at me. Barista, waitress, dance instructor, delivery driver, receptionist — full-time students took advantage of the many job opportunities that were off campus in order to either acquire skills that they needed in the future or just to earn extra spending money. Like Shannon, some students had quite the stories to share. If you want to know what it ' s like working in a kitchen, watch the movie, ' Waiting, ' said senior Tim Woodland, a grill cook at Texas Steakhouse. It ' s pretty accurate. Woodland started at Texas Roadhouse in 2007, after a friend sug- gested he apply. The best part was free food during his shifts, al- though working late on wed pi ghts was not his favorite But they ' re really goo roout [king around my class sched ule, said Woodland. Senior Kendel HilJ Pand worked vo years. Aftei re visited a few jd her oi j ot. She stuck with wo™ i ier class schedule, paid love the people with whom she work experience, but said that Ham ' s was d the other places she worked for in t worked with were a team Everyone helps everyone even w busy, said Hillebrand. Ham ' s manager, Fred Watkins, sai on elements such as availability, e often had to hire a lot more peoj because the restaurant became Ham ' s as a server for about er establishments, Ham ' s m ' s because the managers at money, an d she grew to She had previous serving nitely more laid back than past. The employees she In the restaurant isn ' t that watch the game on the big sere on the walls. If he needed 50 s, because students were availa class schedules. Though Hillebrand was four days a week develope You find ways to make fore a test or looking a these two nights and I before those two shifts,] Sophomore Alyson Yo pany downtown. Thou Company, she had e: Young was a highly ski She taught beginning adIS at he hired students based ' erience and personality. He during the football season t busier with fans coming to elevisions that were mounted ers to cover shifts, he hired 80 on a limited basis depending j time student, she found king er time management skilisi ork, whether it is taking r days be- ur schedule being like ' K I work on e something due so 1 nq rto work on it aid Hillebrand. g was a dance instruct at Dance Com- it was her first yeMceaching at Dance rience in her home A ' n, Pittsburgh, Pa. dancer speciali mg in tap and ballet. ballet and tap Pmen and women that ranged from high school sWdents to ' e-aged women. Teach- - -• ON a Saturday morning, senior Savannah Bolin and juniorCaitlin Metritl review housing applications while working for the Ashby Crossing apartment complex. Bolin and Merritt agreed that it was a good job, and they both knew friends who tried to find a similar job. Photo by Natalie Walt I 13 ' eaiiAms SHIRTS are scanned by senior Katie Woltar as she works during a game day at the University Outpost. The OutPost was popular on game days because free gameday buttons were given away to the university community. Photo by Natalie Wall ing the beginning classes the foundation of dance, such as body placement, helped Young brush up on the basic skills of her danc- ing as well. The classroom atmosphere was different from what Young was used to and she noticed that the younger students were more up- tight than the older ones. The older ones were just there to have fun and enjoy a new hob- by that a lot of them have wanted to do for a while, said Young. Although she was younger than half her students, Young was still- respected by her students because she was more advanced than them. Young worked two hours a week, with the occasional private les- son on the side. A large staff at the studio meant fewer classes to teach per person. Each instructor had the opportunity to pick what day he or she wanted to work, but the downside was that each faculty member had to stay until Memorial Day in May, after the semester ended. Memorial Day weekend was when the end of the year recitals took place. But the reward of seeing the students ' work presented on the stage of the Wilson Hall auditorium gave a sense of accomplish- ment to the faculty and dance students. Young ' s favorite part of teaching was seeing her students improve from week to week. She was excited when her students success- fully did a difficult step that they worked on in class for several weeks. Her least favorite part was when students did not under- stand a step. 1 get frustrated sometimes when they can ' t get a step, said Young. Everyone in the room could feel the negative energy. Young ' s job helped to prepare her for a career after graduation. As a double major in English and dance, Young was interested in teaching dance in the future. Another specialized job was sophomore Samantha Reed ' s front desk clerk position at the Holidav yaon East Market Street. Reed started working at the Holida i fcober. An average workday as a front desk clerk begaij countin register drawer upon arrival at 8 a.m., checkii uests out bei | noon, and assigning rooms and keys to the Ksts that checked ™|t 3 p.m. She chose to worker the Holiday Inn bec Ke she had worked MUSTARD is squirted onto a turkey sandwich by senior Moira Holt, as she works at Cinnamon Bear Bakery Deli. The restaurant served salads, sandwiches, and soups along with breakfast, which was served all-day. Photo by Natalia i I « -4 nflii ■ BEAT for the companvM her hometown and lo « it. She also took the job beMise it related her major, h Ditality and tourism manawnent. The professors witfB the major encouraged sjWents to get as much worl xperience as they possij could. At the same time, RBd realized that being a dent was a full-time job, and ving a job made life a Mmore complicated. Having aBal job on top of all the classesBid school work has Hen hard to balance out, said RBd. How- ever, my v f k is very flexible and understanc g, which helps a loi Many Midents who chose to work off carrots were focused earning extra money for the expeKes that college Mquired, while others were more foBsed on gaininswperience. Whatever the reason, stude«s prac- ticed «.iable skills like time management, patiSpe and comnJfTication to expand their knowledge out e the classwam. . 0 -Camjc?iAsJo((ps 135 ;-j%.? ' . I hJiw o rtowi t r.« Wfr Promoting the polls, senior Michelle Woods holds up a iign offering rides to the polls. Woods and fellow members of the College Democrats worked the Commons all day promoting participation in the election. Photo by Julia A LINE extends in front of Stone Spring Elementary School at 7:30 a.m. Many students expected to hit the polls early to beat the rush, but instead waited in line for over an hour. Photo by Angela Barboso Vote November OBAMA WARNER RASOUt L?6 f at(Ar Dedjstoa rT H V ■ V M By Ariel Spengler A historic election got students politically involved 4 the 44th presidential election made history for the nation, but students made their own history during the campaign by be- coming highly involved. With many students exercising their right to vote for the first time in a presidential election, they were prepared to hit the polls. Student groups on campus encouraged participation, whether through absentee ballots, or registering to vote in Harrisonburg. We have been hitting the ground hard, said College Democrat president, senior David Doyle McKinney. Knocking on doors, making phone calls, talking to voters and getting out the vote for Barack. The College Democrats were among the first in line to hear President-elect Barack Obama ' s speech in October when he came to the university, and acquired front-row seats to the his- toric event. The upcoming election is our No. 1 priority right now, said McKinney, speaking about the organization ' s goals prior to Election Day. It ' s im- perative for us to elect Barack Obama z: as our next president. Junior Ashton Brown, spokesperson for the College Republicans, lobbied on behalf of the Republican ticket. I am excited to cast my ballot for John McCain and Sarah Palin, who could possibly be our first female vice president. Brown, along with other dedicated members of the College Re- publicans, was also very active in the campaigning months. We have been making phone calls to voters in Rockingham County, going door-to-door in local neighborhoods, volunteering multiple times a week on the Commons on campus, as well as volunteering for the statewide and local candidates, said Brown. The Student Government Association (SGA) also organized many election-related activities. The SGA held a monthlong voter registration drive through our Legislation Action committee to prepare for the election, said senior Larson Thune, student body president. Volunteers from the committee had registration forms for nearly all 50 states and helped students to correctly fill out the paperwork. Besides helping with registration forms, SGA mailed over 1,600 absentee ballot applications for students, and arranged for free busing to the polls on Election Day. They also organized a debate between College Democrats, College Republicans and Libertarians, which preceded the televised Town Hall debate between Senator John McCain and Obama. I ' ve seen a lot of passion from students on both sides, said Thune, prior to the election. Even if students aren ' t participating directly in the election, 1 think they are paying close attention to the issues in the race and the proposals put forth by both candidates so they can make an informed decision on Nov. 4. The unexpected visit to the univer- sity from Obama on Oct. 28 helped to sway voters ' opinions, resulting in a Democratic win in Rockingham County, and the first Democratic win in Virginia since 1964. Obama was the first presidential candidate to visit Harrisonburg since Stephen Douglas in 1858, when he ran against Abraham Lincoln. I think Obama ' s visit to campus will really energize the democratic voters and maybe swing some voters who are undecided, said Thune, prior to the Obama rally. McKinney agreed, adding, I ' ve talked about it with many people who are still undecided and they ' re excited to see him. It might make the difference for many voters who are on the fence. The presidential candidate ' s speech was centered on the univer- sity students and their priorities. He mentioned tax cuts for those making under $250,000 annually, as well as his efforts to make it more affordable for young Americans to attend college. He also em- phasized the importance of paying teachers higher salaries. And because many college students became active in environmental Issues over the past few years, Obama brought up his green plat- form, which students awarded with a round of applause. You invest in America and America will invest in you, said Obama. d nis on hoik sid s..l tkink ikeij axe p in c{o Mi niLOn io ike iSSiAes en ike mce. _ ' tleciLon 2003 131 -nrrjpr; -r. M TTq ■Tg - a I ' nA ipwiAd tK t KA.C5t (?f ik aiiz ns in ihiS cotA-ntri can took li? ijond race and Qend r and Simplij voi { or lAiho ih tj tKtnk lA itt do — = Many students believed that Obama ' s win would have a profound effect on the nation. When the results were announced the evening of Nov. 4, Obama spoke in Grant Park in his hometown of Chicago. It ' s been a long time coming, said Obama. But tonight, because of what we did on this day, in this election, at this defining mo- ment, change has come to America. Students also acknowledged the effect the win would have on the university. JMU, and even campuses around the nation, are great social melting pots, said senior William Thomas Webb. If an African- American is elected president, it will electrify the campus and I am excited to see how race relations, society and our perceptions of politics in general change at the collegiate level if Obama wins. Brown agreed. This is a historical election at such a critical time, not only for our country, but also in our own lives when we are entering the job market and living on our own. Undoubtedly, this election was a historic one. For the first time on the ballot, Americans chose between electing the first black presi- dent and electing the first female vice president. We are history in the making, said McKinney. It goes to show how far this country has come in terms of acceptance. Senior Cari Zuckerman, who watched the election closely, added, I ' m proud that most of the citizens in this country can look be- yond race and gender and simply vote for who they think will do the best job. McCain also spoke about the historic change that would come to America on election night. A century ago. President Theodore Roosevelt ' s invitation of Booker T. Washington to dine at the White House was taken as an outrage in many quarters. America today is a world away from the cruel and frightful bigotry of that time. There is no better evidence of this than the election of an African- American to the presidency of the United States. With the election behind them, college students turned their attention on the years ahead, and the changes that Obama had promised them. The road ahead will be long, and the climb will be steep, warned Obama on election night. We may not get there in one year or one term, but America, I have never been more hopeful than I am to- night that we will get there. The university students appeared ready for the uphill battle. We are usually written off as uninvolved, but I see a change, said Webb. We are seeing a major shift in generational politics and I am excited to be a part of it, as I believe everyone else here at JMU 1 ' eax.iAX s Jvis prepares for the election on Nov. 4. Life size cutouts were just one of the ways students showed their involvement in the election. Photo by Angela Barboia CHEERS can be heard from the Salem High School football stadium as Gov. Sarah Palin campaigns in Roanoke, Va. The rally was scheduled to be held in the Salem Civic Center on Oct. 27, but because of the size of the crowd, the event was moved outdoors to the stadium. P- ' riio b i-tv Gwaltney GOV. Tim Kaine, President- elect Barack Obama and Sen. Mark Warner join hands during the rally held in the Convocation Center on Oct. 28. Kaine and Warner provided the introduction for Obama ' s anticipated ' Election 2i Blasilrom IhePasi m J I E kJ ' ■ ' g Bv Nicole Brigagli: •; From Jhe Youthful activities made I V l T students feel like kids again I w for college students, Mondays meant the start of a new week of classes and homework. For freshman Matthew Jung, it also meant his Monday night ritual: bowling at Valley Lanes. Jung enjoyed bowling with a group of friends at a special discount rate of $2 for shoes and $2 per game. It ' s cheap, that ' s a priority, said Jung. Louise Shirkey, a cashier at Valley Lanes for about 25 years, wel- comed university students who came to bowl. They love our cosmic bowl, said Shirkey. Cosmic bowl was offered Friday and Saturday nights from 10:30 p.m. until 1:30 a.m. ,with disco lights and music pumping. Valley Lanes also had another special on Wednesday nights: buy one game, get one free. You bring your friends and have a good time, said Shirkey. On a Wednesday night, second year graduate student, Karol Men- doza, wore a smile as she stood waiting to skate around the rink at Funky ' s Skating Rink. I don ' t know how to skate, said Mendoza, laughing. It was the second time this year Mendoza and other sisters from their sorority, Gamma Sigma Sigma, had gone to Funky ' s Skating Rink, harking back to the popular childhood activity. It ' s really cheap and it has good music, added sophomore Isa- bella Fuentes. Joanne Wills had bought Funky ' s Skating Rink three months prior and saw quite a few students come to enjoy themselves. On a Wednesday we get about 30 [students] or so, said Wills. They just seem to know each other. On Wednesday nights, it cost $1 to get in and $1 for roller skates, $3 if one wanted roller blades or inline skates instead. We know they don ' t have a lot of money, said Wills. It ' s a good place for people underage and people who want to stay out of trou- ble. Wills hoped to start a college night in the future. She wanted to include not just students from the university but from Bridgewater College and Eastern Mennonite University as well. I think it would work better if they had their own night; it ' s fun to mix with your own age group, she added. Other ways to be a kid again were seasonally based. When October rolled around last fall, junior Kelly Mayhew and her two friends had a pumpkin carving party, where they played fun music and carved four pumpkins over a two-day period. It was Halloween. Obviously we can ' t go trick or treating any- more, so it was a good way to still do something fun, said May- hew. After getting pumpkins at Wal-Mart, Mayhew, her housemate and a close friend carved a pirate ship in one pumpkin, a window with a silhouette of a cat and spider in another, and the wicked queen from Snow White in another It seems so simple and childlike, but it ' s still a lot of fun and a nice way to take a break, said Mayhew. It only happens once a year. Junior Lindsey Merritt recalled going sledding last year during the winter months. With a small group of friends, Merritt sledded down the hill in front of the Integrated Sciences and Technology [ISAT] building, or W) feaiares JOKINGLY pointing at their friend buried in the leaves, sophomores Laetetia Bergeron and Kelly Gatewood find time to goof off between classes. Leaves on campus and in Harrisonburg parl s, part of the exquisite fall foliage in the Shenandoah Valley, provided ample opportunity to play. Photo by Donovan Seow rolled according to Merritt. It was a great way to talk and meet other students and share laughs. For her, the best part was getting to be creative. We were making up sleighs out of paper bags and other objects, said Merritt. Merritt also remembered going ice-skating on what she calls the awkward pond by ISAT. After seeing two other people ice-skating on it, Merritt and her friend de- cided to join in the festivities. Sometimes you get caught up in your schedule of classes and going to work and you don ' t take advantage of the spontaneous things that pop up, said Merritt. The best part about going ice-skating for her was the impulsive nature of the idea. It totally reminded me of being a kid, like those snow days you had when you were younger, added Merritt. There were also activities located within a short drive of the university. The Safari Zoo, located 60 miles south on Interstate 81, offered a thrill for adventure seekers. For $12 a person, customers could drive their cars through a safari filled with animals including camels, lamas, zebras and ostriches. There was also an option to pay for a bucket of food to feed to the animals as they approached the car Junior Candace Workman did the hour-long ride witli her mom earlier in the semester The animals are very accustomed; they know that cars equal food, said Workman. For the price, one was able to drive through as many times as desired. Work- man explained that it was a different experience whether driving or riding as a passenger. Workman and her mother drove through two times, allowing each to experience the zoo to its full potential. The Safari Zoo offered a guided wagon tour for an additional small fee. It was very, very fun, said Workman. It was the most fun thing I ' ve done that ' s close to school and not in Harrisonburg. With activities varying by season and places like bowling alleys and skating rinks, no wonder students loved to act like kids again. HAPPILY pumping his legs, junior Todd Jones pushes off to swing higher. Parks like Purcell with a playground often proved enticing for students. Photo by Kimberly Lofgren BemQ A Kid A ain IHl A Ni(l ltirill ii. P he tackier the better, said junior Rachel Luginbuhl. There never seems to be a shortage of ridiculous clothes. In 2008, women wore Ugg boots and spandex leggings. Men wore tight jeans or plaid shorts. Almost everyone wore The North Face jackets. However, another common fashion trend of the year was clothing purchased for less than $5. In other words, thrift stores. Luginbuhl became familiar with the ins and outs of thrift store shopping when she helped organize a $5 prom sponsored by Cam- pus Crusade for Christ. It basically meant that whatever you wore could cost no more than five dollars, explained Luginbuhl. You were supposed to wear something that would be appropriate for a prom, such as a dress or tux. You can really be creative there. Most attendees did just that. Luginbuhl shopped with other par- ticipants at the downtown Goodwill, and discovered some inter- esting prom attire. 1 loved all the dresses from the ' 80s, but honestly, mine was my favorite, said Luginbuhl. The top was black velvet with puffy sleeves and a big velvet bow in the back. The bottom half was shiny plastic polyester material. It also wasn ' t long enough, which made it even more awkward. The women ' s Ultimate Frisbee team also had fun dressing up in thrift store clothing. Junior Jacqueline Wagner, a member on the team, enjoyed playing in tournaments while dressed in ridiculous and cheap costumes. We dress up in outfits we like to call ' flair, ' explained Wagner, Players are known to find onesies. One player likes to wear a pur- ple one-piece outfit that she got at Goodwill. We frequently find spandex from the children ' s section that have flowers and other prints on them. The team has only two requirements according to Wagner: items with sparkles and wild prints. It ' s almost always a success, she said. Senior Brenna Rutledge threw a theme party in her off-cam- pus apartment, an event that also encouraged students to shop around in the local thrift stores for inexpensive clothing to fit the theme. SILKY ties prove to be a draw for senior Ll- Jamison and junior f hr Perez. Students siiopped not only for costumes, but also for everyday clothing items at local thrift stores, ' ' ■ ' ' Julia himcoA Ui2 fMiiAfes BOWSING through le colorful collection f dresses, junior Nicole nernian shops at Plato ' s loset. Plato ' s Closet ought and sold gently sed, popular brand name ttire. Photo by Rebecca chneider PRACTICING his swing, senior I i;e Jamison tries out a driver in Tried and True. Thrift stores around Harrisonburg sold wares such as plates, vases and even golf clubs along with traditional clothing items. Phulu by Julia Sim- We love going to tacky sweater parties, but it was too hot in Sep- tember to be wearing sweaters, said Rutledge. Instead, we threw a Tacky Luau party. Dress at the Tacky Luau ranged from Hawaiian shirts to flip-flops with socks. I wore a purple floral muumuu, said Rutledge. My roommate wore a one-piece bathing suit meant for old ladies. Sophomore Mike Bock attended the party in full costume, an en- semble he threw together from thrift store items. I chose cutoff jean shorts for my costume because 1 saw Tom Cruise wearing them in that beach volleyball scene in Top Gun, said Bock. Everyone loves Tom Cruise, right? Many students at the university agreed that thrift stores were a popular choice. Many even had a favorite location at which they frequently shopped. I would say that Goodwill on South Main Street is my favorite, said Luginbuhl. It ' s very convenient. Wagner agreed. Goodwill is my favorite because there are two locations. They have a wide variety, and I almost always find some- thing that I want to pick up, she said. I know lots of people who get their Halloween costumes from materials found at Goodwill. Rutledge and Bock highly recommended Goodwill for student parties. There ' s a large selection of clothing, said Rutledge. They ' re cheap and if you look you can find lots of good stuff, added Bock. Just make sure you wash it first. Senior Emily Gill, however, preferred Mercy House over other thrift stores. I did community service there, so I got to know it well, said Gill. It had some good small luggage pieces that I have used for school- bags. And they have a lot of cool mugs and dishes. Besides Goodwill and Mercy House, the Harrisonburg area had a lot of other, smaller thrift stores to choose from. Wagner frequent- ed Tried and True and a thrift store in downtown Harrisonburg, Grandma ' s Closet. A lot of students also liked the fact that they could drop off un- wanted clothing at a few of the stores. Goodwill and Salvation Army were two stores that would take old clothes that students no longer wanted. Plato ' s Closet paid students for brand name clothing such as Abercrombie Fitch or Ralph Lauren, and then sold the gently used clothing in their stores for much less than the original price. Whatever the reason, thrift stores were popular places to shop for students. I believe that the thrift stores serve as a big costume closet for a lot of JMU students, said Wagner. Luginbuhl agreed. I absolutely believe that JMU students will al- ways use thrift stores, she said. A large number of us do not have a lot of money. I cannot tell you how many people are paying their own way through college. We all have to wear clothes, so wherever we can get them for the best price, we will. Urtft Giores IHS % By Jen Beers M Rebecca Schneider ■ m Students expressed themselves in a variety of artistic mediums for some people, art may have seemed too abstrdBfeto try to consider the artist ' s inspiration and intended message. Butfor those wlio found enjoyment in the arts, there were m piaces in the Harrisonburg area where artists could showcase their creative talent to the community. On the west side of campus, Duke Hall served as a home away from home for many art students. Housing th Bbool of Art and Art History (SAAH], the building ' s high ceilings, large wino ws and brightly lit rooms allowed for in- spiration. The building had studios for the different concentrations: ceramics, sculpting, drawing, design (interior, industrial, graphic), photography, weav- ing, and metals and jewelry. Through the art curriculum. raents were encouraged to find different meth- ods of motivation for their pieces. For senior Rebecca Musser, the process came naturally. For me, the process begiagjM ith light, movement of the hands, the mind and the soul and then a plunge into making, said Musser. Just make. Don ' t think it all through. Discover as you go. Play. Follow the light. In a concentration such as photography, professors taught students basic tech- niques and skills, while encouraging ea ch student to apply their own creativity. By learning how to propei ake photographs and edit them, students crafted their ideas together from personal, imaginative and historical concepts. We look at work by contemporary and historical artists, but each student has to find their own unique personal vision that uses their interests and styles, said Corinne Diop, area headfOr the photography program. Some people are inspired by walking around and finding scenes to photograph while others stage objects or people — even themselves in self portraits — for their images. Allowing members from all discip s from the university community to PRACTICING on a piece I )1 nit tal, junior ly works on a soldering project in ART 225: Beginning Metals andJewerly. ART 225 consisted of three projects: an arm adornment project, a piercing project and the final ring project. P io(o by IHH: r aiiAms SCULPTING one of her last projects, senior hin r Traynhdiii meticulously works on the final touches of her artwork. Traynham hoped to work as a high school art teacher after graduation. Photo by Natalie Wall TORCHING metal during class, sophomore (■ ' -irr,. ■; Fi. , attempts a soldering technique. Soldering Is Is a process In which two or more metal Items are joined together by melting and flowing a filler metal into the joint. Photo by Natalie Wall I I work togeth 5TOfi innovative projects, the Institute for Vi- sual Studies [IVS] was a center for scholarly, scientific and creative inquiry into the nature and workings of images. As both a laboratory studio, IVS enabled students to work in new, collaboi He environments. Students are creating artwork that expands beyond one subject by utilizing interdisciplinary thought when representing or describing the visual realm, said Chelsea Beroza, public relations representative for IVS. IVS had become a leader in the field of image technology, according to its Web site. IVS worked with the Madison Digital Image Database (MDID], a collection of digital im- ages primarily used for the teaching and study of art and art history. The collection also included a histology collec- tion and the university photography collection. In the fall, IVS presented highlights from Picture It!, a project that allowed students to submit photographs that showed their experience at the university through their own perspective. Students could also display their creative pieces at the artworks Gallery, located at 131 W. Grace St., across from the art studio. The artWorks Gallery included undergrad- uate and graduate students ' artwork and was managed by students enrolled in SAAH. All students and community members were welcome to visit the gallery. To have their pieces f eatured at the gallery, students needed to apply a semester in advance and had to be in- terviewed and approved by Assistant Director Katie [en- Musser, student director of the artworks Gallery, and graduate assistant Sam Hunter, created the calen- dar of events. Opening events v held every other Monday from 5 to 7 p.m. B In addition to the artWorks Gallery, an outflow of creativity beamed from the hallways and classrooms of Duke Hall, from the walls of the Sawhill Gallery, the Gallery at Festival, and from the c y cases at Taylor Down Under My role is to show the best student work in the most professional manner possible, said liiap- I aim to give student artists a chance to experience a gallery show which can not only provide a great op- portunity for many people to view their work, but also a glimpse of possible future options of profes- sionally showing their artwork. Although many students were not directly involved in the arts culture at the university, some were un- aware that they had an inner artist that was waiting to be released, whether through traditional or inno- vative art forms. Students can let their research paper become art as they work to find the perfect words and sources, said Musser. Cooking a good meal can be art at home as one labors to celebrate texture and taste. Music, dancing, the list could go on. Whether through drawing, painting, sculpting, cook- ing or performing, the arts surrounded the commu- nity. Students may not have realized it, but they were participating in the arts each day they spent at the university. l fll GiiAdeni ArtiA rk 1 5 Don ' I Slop BelieviiV A multitude of faiths sparked religious groups on campus Don ' t TAKING a break from music freshman Amilie Napier and sophomore Meredith Sizl ' mioih enjoy LPCM ' s Wednesday service. LPCM also offered a student-led Christian education group on Thursday evenings. Photo by Leslie Covin IH6 f aiiAms the first amendment of the Bill of Rights states, Congress shall make no law respecting an establishment of religion, or prohibiting the free exercise thereof. James Madison intro- duced this amendment to the first United States Congress in 1789. Flash forward two centuries and James Madison ' s presence could still be felt on campus. With a diverse student body, the university accommodated stu- dents and their needs for religion away from home. Students had a place to turn to whether they were involved with the Christian, Jewish, Islamic or Baha ' i Faith, whether they were looking for un- derstanding or tolerance, whether they nee ded guidance or ac- ceptance. With more than 15 religious organizations on campus, students had the opportunity to practice their faith. The Lutheran Presbyterian Campus Ministry [LPCM) was a Christian nonprofit organization on campus. Sophomore Meredith Sizemore, a LPCM outreach intern, said its main goal was to be open and let students know that they will always have a Christian home open to them. LPCM provided many opportunities throughout the year for stu- dents to get involved. They worked with Big Brothers Big Sisters and turned their home base, Haas House, into a homeless shelter for various community outreach programs. LPCM also held weekly worship services and provided student-led programs on Christian EYES closed in worship, students gather together on the Commons for praise and song. Organizations could reserve space on the Commons for a variety of reasons, including promotion of their groups. Photo by Natalie Wall education. With all the Christian organizations on campus, how was LPCM different from all the others? 1 like to believe that be- cause of our smaller scale, it is more possible for LPCM to reach out to individuals on a grander scale, said Sizemore. After every service, local churches provided members with free home-cooked meals. The meals served as an opportunity to connect with students. Other organizations such as Bring Your Own Spirituality (BYOS) aimed to promote discussions involving all religions. Liz Ross, graduate student and president of BYOS, discussed how this interfaith group was dedicated to the discussion, un- derstanding and tolerance of other faiths, religions, beliefs and spiritualities. The belief is that the more we know and understand about other faiths and religions, the more tolerant and understand- ing we become, said Ross. That creates less of a possibility for hatred towards others while strengthening your faith. BYOS was affiliated with the Unitarian Universalist religion, but students did not have to be to a Unitarian Universalist to participate. We just want to promote tolerance and under- standing of other faiths and religions on the JMU campus, said Ross. fettgicn On C piAS IH7 noil ' t Stop Relievin ' Organizations on campus did not restrict their members from exploring their faith. The Canterbury Episcopal Campus Ministry (CECiVi] had a distinct Anglican style to their wor- ship. Our worship is liturgically based, said Lauren Minnich Lockey, CECM ' s Reverend. But even with their distinct approach to worship, reverend Lockey knew that members might need to search and chal- lenge their religious beliefs. Though we are supported by a denomination, and clearly Christian, we are not doctrinal in our approach to faith, said Lockey. College is a time to ex- plore, and this is a safe place to explore who you are as God ' s precious child. The CECM met every Sunday for a Holy Communion ser- vice, followed by a home-cooked meal. There were bible studies at least twice a week where students led discussions and left room for questions. They went on two mission trips and participated in an Alternative Break program. Another fun way to spread the word of God was through song. Contemporary Gospel Singers represented many dif- ferent religious denominations, but all shared love for gos- pel music and ministry, said junior Erica Ponder, president of the Contemporary Gospel Singers. Ponder and the choir could be found at their annual Fam- ily Weekend concert. Homecoming concert and their Gospel Extravaganza. They also performed at churches throughout the Harrisonburg community as well as other colleges in Vir- ginia. We are one choir, with one voice, serving one God, said Ponder It is an organization where the gift of song is exer- cised for the intention to minister, glorify God and spread the gospel. The Jewish population held its place on campus as well. Hillel held events almost every week, including a Hookah and Hum- mus Social, Shabbat dinners and game nights. Also catering to the smaller Jewish population on campus. Al- pha Epsilon Pi (AEPi) was a national coed Jewish fraternity at the university. AEPi provides a place for Jews to come together and feel a part of not only the Jewish religion butjustbea part of an organization on campus, said junior Jesse Wasserman. Fraternity members participated in Habitat for Humanity and other philanthropies through fundraisers at Cold Stone and Qdoba. AEPi interacted with other Greek organizations on cam- pus during Halloween on The Row and through intramural sports. As the only Jewish fraternity on campus, AEPi tried to reach out to other organizations and bring together the com- munity, despite religious affiliation. The Baha ' i Faith was also represented on campus, a faith fo- cused on the spiritual unity of all humankind. They sponsored lectures, discussions, informational meetings and activities to teach their faith to others, emphasizing the underlying unity of all major world religions. There were weekly meetings where students studied from a book called Reflections on The Life of A Spirit. This book was part of a series that brought together the study of the Baha ' i Faith with community services on the grass- roots level said freshman Adib Amini, a Baha ' i representative. Many students on campus shared the same passion James Madison showed 200 years earlier All groups had their own be- iefs, but tolerance and understanding were not forgotten. I I IN preparation for LPCM ' s Wednesday evening worship service, sophomore Katie Thisdell sets the elements on the altar. After the service, students gathered at Haas House for a home-cooked meal. Photo by STANDING behind conga drums, senior John Parks and junior Rob Colwell play alongside other worship band members. Christian Student Union met weekly on Thursday evenings for music and fellowship in an intimate family setting. ' ' ■ ' :by a Th heke (S thai ih mora l noiA) and lAnd rsiand ahoai otk r faiths a.nd reli.Qi.ons, ike more iolerani and iA.nder- 6iandi.nQ v e become. -QradiAO-ie sttAdeni Uz Ross JUNIOR Elisa Fernandez sings solo at an IntoHymn performance. IntoHymn ' s fall semester concert had a True Life: I Have An Obsession theme. Photo Oy Julia Simcox ' R ii LOn On C m iAS IH9 ourih Meal By Casey Smith FOURTHMI Serving up Late Night Breakfast, UP B gave students an alternate evenin Students danced around Festival, ice-skated through the Commons, and enjoyed breakfast food throughout the year at an event organized by the University Program Board ' s (UPB) special events committee. The special events committee organized Late Night Breakfast and other events to provide a break for students. Late Night Breakfast became a staple on campus for many students who en- joyed spending time with other students who wanted to have an alcohol-free good time on a Thursday night. The event occurred once a month from 10 p.m. to midnight. Students were entertained by Djs, music, dancing and great food. Raffle tickets were often sold to students for a small price. Winners were generally given two tickets to see a movie at Grafton-Stovall Theatre or vouchers for dinner at Madison Grille. Stu- dents had to stay until nearly midnight to find out the winners for the raffle. For months that contained a holiday or two, UPB specified a theme for the Late Night Breakfast. In October, a Halloween theme was demonstrated through spider webs, graveyard decorations, pumpkin-shaped cookies and pumpkin painting. The Dj played popular music interspersed with Halloween-inspired tunes. Students enjoyed an inflatable haunted house that was located on the lawn in front of the Festival Conference Center Henna tattoos and fortunetellers were also a part of October ' s Late Night Breakfast. I liked the song choice, the pumpkin cookie decorating and the candy apples, said freshman Cybill Sison. They spiced it up a little instead of making it the same event every month. In December, students skated around an ice rink on the Commons in front of D-Hall. Others enjoyed a traditional breakfast inside D-Hall or participated in crafts and activities outside. Many students felt the themed Late Night Breakfasts added to the event as a whole. It made it more festive and interesting, said freshman John Strang. If they were all the same they would get boring after the first few. Late Night Breakfast was fun alternatives to going out on Thursday nights. They provided a social environment where it was easy to meet people and to enjoy a conversation over a meal. Students found out about Late Night Breakfast through advertisements, post- ers and event tables on the Commons. Students on the special events commit- tee put time and effort into making banners that could be seen in many differ- ent buildings on campus. Posters were hung around campus and fliers were handed out on the Commons as students walked to and from class. My friends and I saw it on one of those table event things and we just decided to go, said Sison. We also saw advertisements on the papers on the tables in- side D-Hall. Sison attended almost every Late Night Breakfast. Students who attended Late Night Breakfast rarely went to the event to stay only for a few minutes. The event offered so many different options for crafts, games and entertainment that it was hard for a student to choose what to do first. Once we got in there, we couldn ' t leave, said Sison. There were so many things to do that it took forever to choose which ones were most interesting. Organizations were always looking for ways to reach out to students. Some Late Night Breakfasts were co-sponsored by other organizations, sororities or fra- ternities. October ' s Late Night Breakfast was co-spon- sored by the Zeta Tau Alpha (ZTA) sorority. ZTA took care of the food and service for the event. Late Night Breakfast provided students with an atmo- sphere where it was easy to talk to friends and have a good time. Pumpkin painting, fortunetellers, ice-skat- ing and other offerings made the events fun for stu- dents with a variety of interests. I was glad we had those because I don ' t think schools like Virginia Tech and George Mason University have them, said Sison. I just think that Late Night Breakfast was pretty much amazing all around. l feaiiAfes ntertainment LOST in concentration. ' ihm i junior Leena Patel paints a henna tattoo on _,« feM| freshman Alex Knabe ' s 1 fl l innerarm. Henna was used in the eastern i 1 Mediterranean area 1 for social celebrations i ' and holidays, but many students appreciated tk 1 henna for its temporary m ' _ H nature. Photo by Ncwlie ' H Wall H DIGGING in with both hands, freshmen Yvonne Cheng and Jordan Damiano dress their caramel apples in sprinkles and nuts. Zeta Tau Alpha co-sponsored the event with UPB to raise money for its philanthropy, ' ' t. FUNNY designs on freshman Sarah Al-Haj ' s pumpkin show the lighter side of Halloween. Participants were encouraged to dress up in costume for October ' s event, where pumpkin painting was offered for free, h ' hoio by Notohe Vvui) Late Tlcgfit BmMasi 131 Sex and the l iirg Slumber Parties took on a new meaning... EXCITED to see the Hummingbird, a student poses with the state-of- the-art sex toy. Slumber Parties offered specific packages with themes, like Girls Night In. Photo courtesy of Rachel Moulding 152 f aiiAfes SEX y Seniors Fegan Hewitt and Katharine Norris liosted a slumber party at their apartment in September — but there were no sleeping bags, no pillows, no late-night movies and no one spent the night. The girls did, however, sample edible lotions and play a double-ended dildo game. It was kind ofawkwardbecause we were in a crowd of people we didn ' t know that intimately, said Hewitt. We had to break barri- ers, but it was a lot of fun being outgoing and feminine. The parties were anything but the norm. Whereas the average student might have spent the night learning a new calculus equa- tion, these pleasure parties educated attendees on the latest and greatest of lubricants and loving one ' s body. A females-only event, these parties allowed women to explore the taboo subject of plea- surable sexual experiences. Education and empowerment led graduate student Rachel Mauld- ing to begin distributing for Slumber Parties, Inc. in February 2008. Females hosted parties in their homes, in their apartments, and even in apartment complex clubhouses to get the word out. Mauld- ing presented products ranging from lotions to vibrators, and guests were encouraged to get comfortable by touching, tasting and smelling the products. This allowed students to understand their sexualities without fear of judgment. AM) THE BURG At the end of the night, each woman went into a private room to discuss purchases. It remained very discreet to avoid any embar- rassment. Several women, however, would share what they pur- chased as they waited for friends to complete the process. It ' s always a girls-only event that is a good time to bond with your girlfriends and spend time with them, said junior Megan Hopkins. Also, 1 think it ' s great to show girls that are more shy that sex is a perfectly natural topic to talk about, and to help them become more comfortable with their sexual side. Tupperware, candles, scrapbooks and cosmetics get-togethers were for the past as sex toy parties took a firm hold in the univer- sity culture, complete with finger foods and cocktails. Events allowed females to explore sexuality, but also encouraged them to become distributors as well. This unusual employment opportunity benefited Maulding, who got to choose the amount of time and effort she wanted to devote to it, and ultimately her earnings. My best friend graduated from JMU last December, and come January I realized 1 needed something to fill all my free time, said Maulding. I went to my roommate ' s slumber party and heard the distributor say that no one from her company was local to Harri- sonburg and that jMU was a gold mine waiting to be tapped into. She saw a good business investment and signed u p that night. My first month I sold over $10,000 to JMU alone and haven ' t looked back since, said Maulding. A lot of girls attend for the fun and silly atmosphere but leave the party much more educated on they subject of sexuality. - ' ' 7 y ' Going with a group o £w twte ' nTa ' d ' ?ThtT5rotr? ' ss. )f getting to 1 fow one another and themselves more comfortable , I think an ' gipwould attend a slumber part if she was with her friends, saiW junior Allie Gibbs. They ' re a funfand unconventional way to hang out with your friends and try sc methiiig new. Some people probably aren ' t so into the idea, but oncip you realize it ' s not ' bad, ' just different, people tend to have a lot ow ' un. Although he sexual revolution officially occurred ih the 1960s, television |hows like Sex and the City and its m }vie counterpart embraced ex and self-pleasure, featuring a gfatipo flour women CURIOUS about the Enhance the Romance game, students look at glow dice. To play the game, lovers rolled the dice to decide how they would begin their evening. I ' - ' ioro courtesy of Rachel Moulding who asserted their independence and confidence. Sex toys were dealt with frankly on the show, including the Rabbit, which was prominent- ly featured on an episode of Sex and the City in its first season. Sales of the vibrator increased tremendously due to its appearance on the show, so Slumber Parties, Inc., offered the toy in its catalog. Friends could then grill one another over who was the Samantha and who was the Char- lotte, all in a safe and comfortable environment. The best part about these slumber parties is it ' s for all girls, even girls who are waiting to have sex, said Hopkins. 1 just feel like for girls to talk about sex openly, they are considered sluts or something. And that isn ' t how it should be. Girls have sex and want to be pleasured just as much as boys do. And so the attendees let the men wonder A certain level of exclusiv- ity made the parties more enjoyable. With the no-men-allowed policy in place, myths about what went on circulated. However, Maulding and other pleasure party consultants offered products for both one ' s self and for partners. Partners could log onto a Web site and decide before- hand what products they wanted to make their sex life more enjoyable, he actual shows themselves are female-only, but men play a huge role Itj the female ' s sexual development, said Maulding. All partners %. should D respectftfTand suppoftiye of each other The more educated ' rxlemp lartri ls V. amjempowered women feel on the slTbjettr-tjSe ' lnore educated their partn .Ga ecome in helping them achiev ' triife pleasure. Gibbs sg d, I think society is getting muclj- ' bettjer about accepting the fact that woi en aren ' t going to stand on the Adelines and let the men have all the fun. • ' ■ ' ADMIRING the sparkling samples, students pass around authentic Slumber Parties pieces of lingerie. Maulding offered guests 10 percent discounts if they tried on any of the samples. Photo courtesy of Rachel Maulding GeK Toij Parties 133 Rolling Out The Purple Carpet Rotlin Otxi The, Graduates Istepped into ii Wp e are all champions, said President Linwood H. Rose, as he greeted and congratulated nearly 700 graduate candidates at the second convo- cation of the 99th annual commencement. Rose ' s statement reminded the winter graduates that although the Dukes ' football team had lost to the University of Montana in the semifinal playoff game the night be- fore, a championship was only a possession; and just like the football players, all gradu- ate candidates were champions in the suc- cess they achieved during their time at the university. Faculty, families and friends convened at 10 a.m. on Dec. 13 in the Convocation Cen- ter to watch their students and loved ones become graduates of the university. After the graduates walked to their seats dur- ing the processional, fellow graduate Emily Beard Foster led the crowd in the national anthem. The graduates were silent as they took their seats and Rose began his congratula- tory speech. We ' ve left you with a world en- cumbered with many problems, said Rose, referring to the world ' s wars, oil dependence and climate change. But, he continued, these wei TTere! |oDDortunitie d ssed up js HIIIIIIPmiHIiPIHIIHISflTCuates would slay a few dragons along the way to help to solve some of these issues. i niM m BOASTING a decorated student makes hei eabie In tl if-j crowd Students personalized their caps so that family members and friends could find them easily among the sea of purple and gold. Photo by Natalie Wall 15H feaiiAms 1 STUDENTS eagerly anticipate the delivery of their diplomas. Many students celebrated graduation by going out to dinner with their families. Photo by Natalie Wall At the conclusion of his speech, Rose introduced the morning ' s commence- lent speaker, 1977 alumnus Joseph Damico. Damico was a founding partner and served as an operating principal of RoundTable Healthcare Partners. With more than 31 years of healthcare industry operating experience, Damico was also the chairman of the board of ACI Medical Devices Inc., Ascent Healthcare SolutionsaHpen Surgical Products Inc., Avalign Technologies and Vesta Inc. Damico s Wd on the university Board of Visitors regularly. I thought the speaker was really good, said graduate Will Farlow. Every- thing he talked about was applicable, not just a random inspirational speech. He gave us advice on how to succeed in life. In his speech, Damico told graduates that there were three simple keys to suc- cess: balance, working well with others and good manners common sense. To ichieve balance, he said, One should follow the six Fs: faith, family, fitness fi- hance, philanthropy— I can ' t spell — and fun. When you think about my speech, ou ' ll think, ' he talked a lot about the F word, ' said Damico. V cemher CimdiAaiLon 155 Rolling Qui I tie l irple Carpel SOON to be graduates, students listen to the address by Joseph Damico, a member of the university ' s board of visitors. The ceremony lasted just over tvi(0 hours. Photo by Natalie Wall ii )(-di d h caase of all ihe (s ' M.iWup pwt on mdiAMion. It ' s ike lAlUmate o od. v oiAm The end of Damico ' s speech signaled the moment that everyone had been waiting for — the conferring of degrees by Rose and the anticipated presentation of the candidates. Provost and Senior Vice President for Academic Affairs Douglas Brown presented candidates for doctoral dissertations, graduate theses and educational specialist projects first, and then Dean Reid Linn presented graduate school students. Following the graduate students, deans from each college at the university presented un- dergraduates. When I was getting ready to walk 1 was excited because of all the buildup put on graduation. It ' s the ultimate goal you ' re working towards, said Farlow. At the end of the presentation of the graduates, Foster once again led the crowd in the university ' s alma mater. Graduates threw their caps up in excitement and began the next chapter of their lives. AS the Board of Visitors looks on. President Linwood H. Rose delivers his thoughts on commencement. Rose was the fifth president in the university ' s 100-year history. Photo by Natalie Wall DIPLOMA in hand, a graduate contains her excitement. The first December commencement was held in 1985. Photo by Natalie Wall Vecemher drada iion 137 ' I arade of Champions By Amy Schlinger xN Caitlin Harrison K rrsYA r The MRD took over the Big Apple during the Maq ' s Thanksgiving Day Parade the Marching Royal Dukes (MRD] made its second appearance in the Macy ' s Thanksgiving Day Parade on Nov. 27, 2008. Students and alumni came from all over the country to support the MRD. The marching band, color guard and the Dukettes woke at 2 a.m., on the day of the pa- rade to begin preparing to be in Herald Square by 3 a.m., for dress rehearsal. By 7 a.m., the streets had begun to fill with excited families and supporters. Children sat on their parents ' shoulders, and some brought ladders to stand on for a better view. It was amazing to see all ofthe JMU and MRD posters and supporters along the parade route, said sophomore Natalie Irvin, a member ofthe color guard. 1 didn ' t realize until afterwards that we performed each ofthe two songs about 20 times; I just knew my arms Yd feaiiAf s hurt and that I was really tired, so it was spectacular to have so many people cheering us on and wishing us well while we marched through New York City. During the performance, the band played 76 Trombones, a piece from the musical The Music Man, and 1941, by John Wil- liams. Senior Amy Drewes was one of the students who made the trip into the city to see the parade. Drewes, who lived in New Jersey, took the ferry to New York and walked to the parade location. She thought it would be a great year to go see the parade be- cause members of the MRD were performing. I had made a sign for the Dukes the night before the parade and as they were coming down the road 1 held it up so they could see they had fans there too, said Drewes. 1 even had my picture taken and published by a Macy ' s photographer. A great deal of preparation went into the parade ' s application process, beginning two years before the parade. The MRD was required to fill out an application and submit photos, videos and letters of recommendation to the JVJacy ' s selection committee. But the MRD did have one thing in its favor. The MRD had performed in the 2001 parade, and the Macy ' s committee likes to have bands return, said Band Director Scott Rikkers. We were selected as the largest band in the parade among over 200 other applications. The MRD was the biggest group to perform at the parade, which made it difficult to prepare and perform in Herald Square, a small area for such a large number. We didi lLtrti know what we were dealing with until the dress rehearsal the Born- ing before the parade, said, seflier Vicki Strattorj, a membei f the color guard. cL Sj y — — - . Rikkers agreed thatme ize constraints of Herald Square nade it hard to prepare. Getting ready foCjthe H ald Square p -for- FLAGSin theair, the color guard leads the band through the three- hour parade. Earlier that morning, the MRD had a run-through of the parade at 3 a.m., leaving little time for sleep. Photo by TimmyAusren mance was most challenging — we had to figure out a way to fit 475 band members in the space that most 200-member bands would fill... and still be able to move around a bit, said Rikkers. But, we were able to mark out the Herald Square dimensions on Hillside Field, which helped us better prepare for that routine. The MRD began practicing in October in order to record its songs and videos to submit to the Macy ' s committee. We prepared by having extra practices, including some two-a- day practices where we had morning practice from 7 a.m. to 9 a.m., and then evening practices with the band from 5 p.m. to 6:30 p.m., said junior Lauren Hensel, a member of the Dukettes. The extra practices paid off, however, as the Dukes marched through Times Square. After the conclusion of the parade, the en- tire group had to pose for a required picture. Again, size becam problem. We almost couldn ' t fit because we were so big, said sophomore saxophone-player Kevin Sennett. It took 30 minutes to get all the pictures done. The large group required 140 hotel rooms and 11 charter buses, which became a burden when driving through the busy streets of New York City. Despite how expensive the experience was, MRIV members did not have to spend Iheir own money. The university and MRD alumni donated enough money to cover transportation costs, hotel accominbdations, food and other expenses. My favorite part of the,aKperience was representing not only the MRD, but the JMU nation ) the rest of our country, said Gio Vick, a sophomore who pla d the mellophone iiflthe band. Being in the Macy ' s Thanksgiving Day Parade really pu James Madison in the limelight, and reai universitv. .ml ' ard-working nature of this 7f[acij ' s TK nksgcvmg Va(j Pamde 139 FLOWERS pinned to shirts, members of UPB checl in participants during the speed dating event, which occurred a few days before Valentine ' s Day. The event gave students an opportunity to meet new people and find a date before the big day. Photo courtesy of UPB DRIZZLED chocolate rests atop a chocolate heart accompanied by two savory strawberries, a special dessert available during Madison Grill ' s Valentine ' s Day dinner. Students and staff who chose to take their significant others to Madison Grill for dinner had the option of this dessert along with many new items on the menu. Photo courtesy of Dining Services 160 features Th.e Air While many viewed Valentine ' s Day as a ploy for card and flower companies to make money, others saw the holiday as a designated time to spend with the ones they cared about most. All around campus, Feb. 14 was celebrated in a number of differ- ent ways. Many campus organizations hosted events during the week leading up to Valentine ' s Day in which students and faculty could participate. Whether a student had a valentine or not, there was something for everyone. Groups on campus sold flowers and candy in abundance. Tau Kappa Epsilon (TKE) set up a table on the Commons where students could stop by during the week and order roses for that special someone. Roses were offered in either singles or dozens, with delivery avail- able. TKE also took orders through phone and Facebook, and set up tables outside the Wal-Mart shopping center. We hope that we were able to make some students ' Valentine ' s Day a little more memorable, said junior Brandon Birckhead. Alpha Kappa Alpha [AKA] provided students with the option of sending a Valentine Gram to their peers. The gram consisted of flowers, a balloon, candy and a personal message. All the students had to do was give their names, the names of the intended recipient and the message they wished their recipients to read. -v.- Yg began selling the Valentine Grams the third week in January, just to be sure to get the interest of people and allow [students] to gather their funds, if necessary, said senior Tiffany Graves. AKA publicized the event through mass e-mails, chalk advertise- ments on the Commons, posts on Facebook, flyers and information provided on the AKA Web site. We sold over 100 Valentine Grams this year, and we think that was very successful since we are considered a small sorority in compari- son to the other social sororities on campus, said Graves. Valentine ' s Day was not only about flowers and candy, however, as many decided to forgo the material gifts and simply spend quality time together. I made a rack of lamb using the first recipe that came up on Google, said junior Nima Maher. i screwed up the recipe a tiny bit and the fire alarm went off I improvised the cooking times to make up for my blunder and the lamb tasted great. From past experiences, many students knew to avoid busy restau- rants with long waits. Cooking at home created a more intimate at- mosphere and a more cost-effective evening. if preparing a meal together was not romantic enough, students could take their dates to Madison Grill ' s Sweetheart of A Deal din- ner. Sous Chef Chris Sions prepared this Valentine ' s Day special, which included bruschetta or crab-stuffed baby portabellas for start- ers and was followed by a cobb salad. The main course consisted of either steak medallions and shrimp or grilled chicken and roasted vegetables. Reservations were highly recommended as the restaurant quickly filled up with hungry visitors. Madison Grill made 170 dinners dur- ing the course of the evening, and roughly a quarter of the guests chose to take part in the Valentine ' s special. Students, both single and in relationships, enjoyed what Valentine ' s Day had to offer Casablanca, noted as one of the most romantic movies of all time, was shown on Valentine ' s Day at Grafton-Stovall Theatre. Students paid the regular price of $2.50 per person for the showing. About 40 students attended, mostly as couples. A number of students and faculty enjoyed a Sweetheart Serenade by the Mozaic dance team on their Valentine ' s Day. Four or five team members arrived at each sweetheart ' s abode and entertained him or her with a song and dance. Mozaic sponsored it last year with great success so we decided to do it this year, said junior Karlyn Williams. It made money, it was fun and it was a great way for the team to bond. Single students were able to enjoy Feb. 14 too, as there were plenty of other activities. The University Program Board (UPB) sponsored a Speed Dating event. This dress-to-impress event was held in the Festival Ballroom the Wednesday before Valentine ' s Day. Speed dating officially began when students were presented with a date card listing 10 males or females they would have the chance to date throughout the evening. Participants rotated through the stu- dents on their cards, conversing with each for four minutes. In case stu- dents needed help getting the conversation rolling, conversation start- ers were provided at each table. It was kind of weird at first, said sophomore Katie Thisdell. I mean, how much can you really get to know a person in only four minutes? So it seemed like a lot of my conversations were similar, talking about the basics in our lives. After each date, students checked off one or two of the three options on their cards: date worthy, friend material or not interested. If both participants checked the same option, UPB sent their date ' s name, e-mail address and phone number I figured it wouldn ' t hurt to go to the event, because you never know what could happen, said Thisdell. I could have met a ton of weird guys, or some nice ones, or maybe even the one. Who knows! Last but not least, one of the most anticipated Valentine ' s events on campus was Alpha Phi ' s King of Hearts Male Auction. In its third year running. Alpha Phi ' s event brought together talented male students and a large audience of females in the mood for entertainment. Three guys, Andy Adams, Dan McBride and Michael Daley, did an interpretive skit of the movie Titanic to ' My Heart Will Go On ' by Celine Dion, said Stephanie Tan, Alpha Phi ' s president. One was the captain of the boat, one guy was Jack, and another guy wore a wig and dressed up as Rose. It was a hilarious skit that everyone laughed [at] and en- joyed. The bidding for the talented gentlemen started at $10 and stopped when the bid could no longer be beat. Junior John Rich received the highest bid at $110. Alpha Phi raised a total o f $1,400, which was do- nated to the Alpha Phi Foundation. The foundation supported cardiac care through the American Heart Association. Whether students were in a budding relationship or enjoying the sin- gle life, all were able to take advantage of the events available on cam- pus throughout the week of Valentine ' s Day. Vdeniine ' s Va(j 161 Ihursday Night lineup Students explored Harrisonburg IN • v ' hotspots, craving late-night fun I §y J I M 1 By Lianne Palmatier I as Thursday approached, many students sought an oppor- tunity to celebrate the end of the week. With a slew of res- taurants opening their doors to Thursday-night crowds, students were guaranteed a variety of options. Better known among students as Highlawn, Rocktown Bar and Grill was the premier nightspot for years, despite changes of own- ership. But after misrepresentation of alcohol sales, the bar was forced to shut down and owner Issac Coe was charged with tax fraud. Students sought a new Thursday night location. Several new and renovated bars and restaurants sprouted, attempting to replace Rocktown as the ultimate Thursday destination. I used to go to Rocktown before it closed, said senior Katie Hyson. It was the hot place to be on a Thursday night a nd it ha d a great dance floor. The crowded location could practically assure Siatstudents would run into their acquaintances on the dance floor The bar catered to students who hoped to push the week ' s stresses to the back burner. - like my Thursday night outings to inclirf od friend od music to dance to, and a variety of drink options, said Hyson. Harrisonburg restaurants were happy to oblige. Unfortunatelj B being new on a Thursday night was a mi.xed blessing, jimdel ' s, lo ' cated at 1594 S. Main St., saw the influ twdents at fruggled to meet the demands. I went to Jimdel ' s one Thursday after it recently opened said senior Shannon Abbott. 1 had fun and the music was pretty good, but the location ran out of beer and I think they were selling six packs instead of pitchers. I think that once they meet the demands of students, the bar might survive. ' Surviving in a town with a student body eager for the latest fun required bars to maintain and increase their Thursday night atten- dance. Pane ' s Restaurant, located at 3190 S. Main St., chose to re- open its underground country-western bar, Chisolm ' s, with a new look and attitude. The result was the Basement Lounge, with DJ Mark Maskell spinning Classic Thursdays. Chisolm ' s was closed for three years prior to the renovations, but owners hoped to draw a new crowd thirsty for a new Thursday hotspot. I decided to host a party at the Basement Lounge after evaluat- ing all the other places in town, said Maskell, a 2008 graduate of the university. I selected the Basement Lounge over all the other places be- cause of its size, character, location, style, liquor license, staff and overall appeal. The renovations are really nice, the bar is beautiful, the decor is simple yet stylish and atmosphere is unique, warm and inviting. Making sure the location was inviting proved important because the bar was located farther from many students ' residences. Still, the club ' s atmosphere drew a large crowd. The Basement Lounge is definitely a unique venue with its own feel and vibe, said Maskell. Even though it ' s one big room, it still has warm feel to it because it ' s hidden in the base- ment. It ' s like a secret underground party. Every time 1 come in, 1 feel like I ' m part of the under ground rave scene in the early ' 90s because it ' s this really awesome club hidden under a family, restaurant — the last place anyone woul expect to d a wicked nightclub. The Artful Dodger relied on its atmosphere as well, offering their Thursday nights with a little TAKING it to thedance ' ftoor. a student lets loose on a Thursday night ,it Bourbon Street during the first iinniversary of its opening. The event had a semiformal Mardi Gras theme and was full of loud music, intense lights, food and drinks. Photo by Ncnolie Wall 162 f aiiAms ose of culture. Salsa classes, followed by salsa music, provided stu- dents with an escape from tests and homework. Restaurants also offered select happy hour deals. Students could be und relaxing with friends at the local Chili ' s or at El Charro for lower- priced margaritas. Dave ' s Downtown Taverna and Clementine Cafe, lo- cated downtown, were also popular options for late-night crowds. W I like going to Dave ' s because it ' s a more relaxing atmosphere, said junior Drew Lyons. I can sit upstairs and get good food while hanging out with great friends. 1 like that it ' s not wall-to-wall people, so I can hear the person next to me. To compete with the other area ' s options, Clementine hosted a senior night, sponsored by the Student Government Association. The event invited seniors to come to Clementine Cafe for free finger foods, and to play the collaborative video game. Rock Band, so everyone could feel like a rockstar Still, live music and ladies ' nights dominated Thursday nights. Music was a central ingredient that encouraged attendance. So whether stu- dents chose The Pub, Bourbon Street or the Basement Lounge, they were sure to be entertained. With Rocktown ' s closing, it was anyone ' s guess what the newest hotspot would prove to be, but there were defi- nite possibilities at each restaurant. MUSIC pumps as Di spins his records stage at Bourbon leet.The restaurant sformed into a htclub by 9 p.m., and ntinued until 2 a.m. Photo by Natalie Wall TkiAfsdaij TiL kis 163 Ihroupn Your lens Wilson Hall through Cherry Blossoms L By Nicole Saniarsiero A Fresh Perspective By Kaiie Bowles Geese and Fountain By David Craven Team Spirit from JMU Peers By Dara Silbert Snow Day Paradise By Lauren DeMoss ' MM- TkwiAQk VjotAr Lens 165 ([ Ihroiigfi Your Lens Sprinp Relaxation Duke Dog By Nick Collier r tiV ' 166 feaiams Newman at Nigfu By Yerzhan Khibassov (C .J-r ' ' By Sean Combs ■iAi ., «,H|( kwiA VjoiAf L ns 167 iffg 7 ti? ' IL (V ' ' ) to lA i Photo by Natalie Wall Photo by Natalie Wall Pnoro oy Natalie Wall 170 CUsses Jenm er M m n IT ' S 9mAV 225: POGC 326: Cml i ks m e e, of Arts ' liners . Co[[ Q 0 Arts 8 L ii rs 171 ' f j ■ I y Leslie Cavin College on the Quad. Coined The College on the Quad according to its Web site, the Col- lege of Arts and Letters (CAAL] was made up of three distinct schools: the School of Liberal Arts, the School of International and Public Af- fairs and the School of Communication, Information and Media. The schools within the college were formerly different divisions. The restructuring process began three years ago when faculty workgroups suggested dividing the college into three separate entities, according to David Jeffrey, dean of CAAL. We anticipate that when the economy improves, the three units, now schools, will become colleges with their own deans and gover- nance structures, said Jeffrey. Regardless of what school students were in, each program was com- mitted to helping students achieve common objectives. These included improving foundational skills that were fostered by general education courses such as writing, critical thinking, information access through technology and foreign language. Another goal of CAAL was to develop the ability to communicate ideas effectively through writing-intensive courses. The final goal of CAAL was to enrich cultural perspectives essential to effective citizenship in the 21st century. These included global aware- ness and appreciation of American cultural diversity. Within CAAL, resource and service centers were instituted to advance students. The Center for Liberal and Applied Social Sciences [CLASS] was a newly created academic unit within CAAL that was created to support and enhance creative curricular and scholarly development in the social sciences and humanities. CLASS also provided an environ- ment that encouraged and sustained faculty innovation in interdisci- plinary education. The Center for Public Broadcasting also supported the goals set forth by the college and allowed the university to serve the public radio lis- teners in the Shenandoah Valley and Charlottesville area. There were four noncommercial public radio stations that all carried the same programming and were licensed to the university ' s Board of Visitors. The overall mission of CAAL was to serve multiple vital needs of stu- dents. It offered high quality programs of specialized study in the so- cial sciences, humanities, communication and the arts. CAAL provided a challenging array of courses designed to promote lifelong learning and rich cultural opportunities for students and the entire university community, information compiled from jmii.edu cotaloy U8 an ' s office David Jeffrey, Dean Carolyn Ware, Administrative Assistant Laura Wiseman, Secretary Joseph Fitzgerald, Computing Liaison epartments ComnuHiication Studies English Foreign Languages, Literatures Cultures History International Affairs Justice Studies Media Arts Design Philosophy Religion Political Science Public Policy Administration Sociology Anthropology Writing, Rhetoric Technical Communication Most Popular Majors: Media Arts Design (717] Communication Studies (593) English (429] Full-Time Undergraduates: 3,631 Part-Time Undergraduates: 79 n Crq (D O r-t C ) ft) ft) C ) SENIOR Eileen Graham looks on as photojournalism instructor Tommy Thompson explains different types of flashes. The class required participation and a professional portfolio as the final project. Photo by Megan Mori Gemors 173 Double Always a reader, Inman Majors noticed in high school that most of the fiction he read was set in New York, Boston or Paris. The novel, Death in the Family, by James Agee, was a revelation for the fiction-writing professor Set in Knoxville, Tenn., Majors ' hometown, the novel made it easy for him to relate the setting as well as the author ' s insight. When he read the words of Agee, he knew he wanted to be a writ- er. However, he did not tell anyone because he was unsure how to capture his dream. He took one fiction writing class in college, but it was not until he turned 26 that he decided to go to graduate school to pursue the art of writing. Majors worked dually as a professor in the creative writing de- partment and a published author of three novels. His most recent novel, The Millionaires, was published in January 2009. Majors traveled to promote the political novel, a stark contrast from his previous two novels, dramatic and comedic pieces respectively. 1 never want to write the same book twice, said Majors. He made it a habit to write two to four pages a day in the morn- ings, when his mind was less cluttered. I ' m more natural in the morning, said Majors. His position at the university was the first job that afforded him time to write during the school year. He wrote at the computer for about two hours a day, com- piling about 20 pages a week. The Millionaires was a four-year process, including writing, edit- ing and publishing. He tried a more serious approach for his first novel, but it took three years to get published. Knowing he had to continue writing, the idea of another serious novel was too depressing. He tried comedy and said even if it did not get pub- lished, he could make himself laugh for a couple years while he wrote it. The comedy genre suited him well because it encapsulated his laid-back attitude and sense of humor that was apparent not only through his writing, but also in the classroom setting. The average class period was a discussion-based workshop led by the students. The class arranged their desks in a circle, including Majors, to ease the communication when critiquing one another ' s work. Four pieces of fiction were typically reviewed LISTENING to his stuudents ' suggestions, Professor Inman Majors fields comments during a class workshop. Many students found his creative writing classes popular due to the usefullness of his detailed critiques. Photo by Natalie Wall By Karlyn Williams in a class period. The critiques aren ' t hard to take, but he won ' t let anyone be dis- respectful, said senior Sarah Delia. He ' ll counter a negative com- ment with a positive one. The teaching style Majors used was unlike that of most profes- sors. Insisting he was not the only person with valid opinions and suggestions to offer, he wanted the students to learn from one an- other ' s successes and struggles by recommending their own com- ments to their peers rather than relying solely on his commentary. He offers more guidance than instruction, said senior Kristina ErkenBrack. He told us there is not one way to write, and to better your writing you have to do a lot of bad writing before you do good writing. Senior Kenny Lass described Majors ' teaching style as selfless and refreshing, finding his subtle writing tips the most interesting part of class. Every now and then Majors will slip in some of his thoughts about writing, said Lass. Sometimes 1 think if you aren ' t listening closely enough you might miss them. But this isn ' t because he doesn ' t want us to get better He just doesn ' t want us to be forced to believe what he believes about writing. i7H CUsses Matthew Alcide; History; New Hyde Park, N.Y. Alex AUenchey; Philosophy And Religion; Arlington, Va. [ohn Almquist; History; Falls Church, Va. Travis Altomonte; Anthropology; Staten Island, N.Y. Steven Anzuini; TSC; Highstown, N.|. [Brittany Astrup; International Affairs; Hackettstown, N.J. Ashley Bertoni; Political Science; Centreville, Va. Thomas Bluestein; History; Virginia Beach, Va. Nicole Bradshaw; English; Franklin, Va. Kathleen Brennan; Communication Studies; Nashua, N.H. Joanna Brenner; SMAD; Middletown, Md. Nicole Brigagliano; SMAD; Malverne, N.Y. Tanique Carter; Sociology; Glen Allen, Va. Lauren Catalano; Anthropology; Washington, N.] Leslie Cavin; SMAD; Roanoke, Va. Ross Chilcoat; Communication Studies; Elicott City, Md. Lindsey Cooper; SMAD; Staunton, Va. Courtney Cornwell; International Affairs; Virginia Beach, Va.l O t— ' • CD n o 3 3 o ' C 5 s. Gemors lf3 CO to $-4 O -I— c D :3 Heather Cote; Communication Studies; Richmond, Va. Christopher Craig; History; Munasquan, N.J. Kathryn Daughtry; Political Science; Richmond, Va. i 3 Caitlin Davis; Studio Art; Downingtown, Pa. Sarah Delia; English; Herndon, Va. ourtney Dixon; Communication Studies; Montgomery, N.Y. ICourtney Doby; Communication Studies; Fredericksburg, Va. William Driggers; International Affairs; Fairfax, Va. Samantha Elchenko; SMAD; New Hope, Pa. Paula Ferguson; Communication Studies; Troutville, Va. Erin Finch; English; Midlothian, Va. John Fitzmaurice; History; Nutley, N.|. Jennifer Frey; SMAD; Perry Hall, Md. Jeffrey Genota; Political Science; Falls Church, Va. Ryan Girard; Political Science; Centreville, Va. Lindsey Golden; Justice Studies; Oak Hill, Va. Christopher Gray; History; Chesapeake, Va. Christina Guglielmo; TSC; Allendale, N.J. Pm ' ' 3L ' 1 1 H 1 k 1 CL ' Y T ' It By Katie Thisdell Visual Impact Walking into the Institute of Visual Studies (IVS] in Roop Hall, students ■ found a large, open area instead of a traditional classroom. There was a com- fortable sitting area with chairs and couches, an office, high-tech equipment and tables that were easily moved. Several times each semester the space was filled with exhibits that showcased students ' work or complemented current courses. IVS created multidisciplinary courses for students that explored the power of images. Director David Ehrenpreis developed the institute with faculty members from different departments. I noticed people all around campus were using images more and more, said Ehrenpreis. Everyone looks at images differently, and we wanted to capture that enthusiasm of looking at them in a multidisciplinary way. The IVS offered t wo courses each semester, limiting class size to about 16 students. Each class was discussion-based and team-taught by two professors from different departments. In normal university courses, Ehrenpreis said students typically did not have the chance to create new things based on what they were learning. He wanted them to explore new concepts and take risks with their ideas. They are somewhat experimental classes, explained Ehrenpreis. The hope was to do something that you don ' t normally get to do. Junior Oksana Naumenko liked how her Studio Seminar in Aesthetics course was structured. The combi- nation of psychology, philosophy and art challenged her, especially with the complicated readings. It was interesting to hear different perspectives of students in different disciplines, said Naumenko. It was really interesting to hear things that were so different from my own ideas. Students created projects throughout each course to reflect its topics. Each semester culminated in an exhibition. For example, Naumenko hoped her project evoked the feelings of awe and chills. She and other members of her small group covered a ceiling with photos and images of treetops and sky so viewers would have the effect of lying on the ground in a forest. Other IVS courses included Image and Text: The Art of Persuasion, and Math and Art: Beautiful Rigor. Senior Grace Barth took the image and text course, which Ehrenpreis co-taught with English professor Kurt Schick. Barth also interned with IVS in 2008. We analyzed persuasive elements in visual media as well as the art of rhetoric in writing, said Barth. The class had a much less traditional structure than all other classes I have taken. Since IVS is an experimental space, we were free to bring things to class that we thought were relevant or explore things that interested us, and I really liked the freedom and flexibility of that. Many of the final projects for the exhibit were related to different types of campaigns. It looked great and brought together faculty, staff, friends and other members of the JMU community who came to see what we had accomplished, said Barth. Ehrenpreis said all the students taking IVS courses were highly motivated and excited to be learning in new ways. You bend your mind in ways they ' re not nor- mally bent, he said, and that ' s the whole point. A VISUAL studies assignment captivates studentsas they put their final touches on their project. The students had the opportunity to use an 3-D printer that made plastic models using computer files. Photo courtesy of Institute for Visual Studies COMBINING the disciplines of art and math, students in IVS create works of visual impact. Students vi ere required to keep journals to reflect on their images and ideas. Photo courtesy of Institute for Visual Studies n Qrq f-t- C ) C 3 G niors 177 By Caitlin Harrison A Vassion tor People MORE than two million flamingos make up the background as students studying abroad in Kenya walk over the birds ' feathers, bones and dung. The students headed back to the vehicles and continued to explore Nakuru National Park. Photo courtesy of Sarah Midkiff For more than a decade, Jennifer Coff- man worked in the Kajiado District in Ke- nya, researching wildUfe conservation and wildhfe resource management. Coffman regularly led study abroad trips to Kenya and traveled there with students during the summers of 2003, 2005 and 2007. Be- tween May and June, students from the uni- versity could earn six credits studyin g a wide range of topics from anthropology to the environment. I think everyone who takes her class realizes what a great person she is, but being able to go to Kenya with her was an honor, said senior Colleen Mahoney. Thanks to her, I learned so much on my trip and had a life-changing experience. Traveling and studying in Kenya helped senior Justin Broughman decide how he wanted to spend his working life. Over the past six or so years, Dr. Coffman has created one of the most unique study abroad programs at JMU, said Broughman. It is easily the greatest thing that 1 have ever done in my life, hence why I ' m dedicating my adult life to Africa . An Africana studies minor, Broughman planned to return to Kenya on an internship with Coffman after graduation. Coffman was an anthropology professor at the university, but also taught Africana studies, en- vironmental studies and interdisciplinary lib- eral studies courses. She took the time to learn each student ' s name, giving the class a personal feel. What makes Dn Coffman special is that she has an undying passion for the material on which she teaches, said Broughman. Because of her passion for the subject matter and all- POSED for a photo in the Kajiado District in Kenya, Jennifer Coffman and friends enjoy some leisure time. The men helped students learn about the different cultures and landscapes in Kenya. Photo courtesy of Jennifer Coffman around friendly demeanor, the class, in turn, becomes enjoyable. Coffman also created and oversaw the university ' s Farm Intern- ship program, an internship where students worked with local farmers while learning agricultural techniques. Although they ate daily, they had little knowledge about the ori- gins or production processes of what they consumed, said Coff- man. Students received credits for participating in a variety of farm- ing practices, including small-scale farming techniques, renewable energy and local ecology. Dn Coffman is an absolute wealth of information, and is clearly passionate about what she teaches, said senior Sarah Midkiff She pushes students to make real connections and contextualizes ev- erything that is being discussed. You learn an incredible amount in each lecture, and it ' s difficult not to get excited about what you ' re learning. Outside the university, Coffman was on the board for a program called Carolina for Kibera (CFK] that provided athletic programs to youths living in Kibera, East Africa ' s largest slum. The program was affiliated with the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, and helped to stop violence through developments within the com- munity. CFK promoted youth leadership and cooperation between different ethnicities and genders. She is the most intelligent person 1 have ever met and she is in- credibly interesting to listen to, said Mahoney. Broughman agreed. Upon graduation, 1 aspire to be like Dn Coff- man, he said. She has dedicated her life and professional career to a handful of issues and topics and is the most devoted person to her research that I have ever had the privilege of meeting. 17 Classes Lauren Hafer; Justice Studies; Elverson, Pa. Sara Hagan; Communication Studies; Centerville Va. Emily Haines; International Affairs; McLean, Va. Ariana Harner; Political Science; Staunton, Va. Bridget Henig; Communication Studies; Rockville, Md. Turner Hilliker; SMAD; Dumfries, Va. Phillip Hoegel; SMAD; Ashburn, Va. Emily Hoffman; SMAD; Mathews, Va. Jeana Horton; SMAD; )onesville, Va. Brian Hurst; SMAD; Springfield, Va. Meghan Hyatt; SMAD; Richmond, Va. Krisztina Jankura; Political Science; Oakville, Ontario Heather Killen; Anthropology; Gordonsville, Va. Chiquita King; SMAD; Franklin, Va. Justin Kirkland; English; Boydton, Va. Jennifer Koch; Modern Foreign Languages; Floral Park, N.Y. Michael Kump; SMAD; Smithtown, N.Y. Laura Kurth; English; Springfield, Va. CD n o 3 r3 Joseph Lagravenese; SMAD; Clinton, N.]. Kenneth Lass; Enghsh; New Orleans, La. David Lawrence; Philosophy And Religion; Wayne, N.j. Nicole Lee; Communication Studies; Chester, Va. Rebecca Leggett; SMAD; Roanoke, Va. 1 [ennifer Lloyd; Modern Foreign Languages; Lancaster, Pa. Colleen Mahoney; SMAD; Guilford, Conn. Russell Maynard; International Affairs; Fredericksburg, Va. Colleen McPadden; Communication Studies; Herndon, Va. Michael Moeck; Sociology; Stephens City, Va. Megan Mori; SMAD; Richmond, Va. Molly Mueller; SMAD; Midland, Va. Adrienne O ' Rourke; SMAD; Westfield, N.j. Hilary Page; Anthropology; Franklin Co., Va. Nicole Pallardy; Spanish; Leesburg, Va. Quinncee Payne; Communication Studies; Bear, Del |Macie Pridgen; Communication Studies; Virginia Beach, Va. Crystal Prigmore; Anthropology; Alexandria, Va - By Steph Synoracki Point. focu5. Snoot Freezing moments in time, School of Media Arts and Design 225: Photojournalism (SMAD 225) incorporated creative angles, artistic talent and documentation of events. An active photographer him- self, SMAD instructor Tommy Thompson had taught photojournal- ism at the university for more than 30 years. Thompson captured the minds of students eager to learn the skills and composition needed to be a photojournalist. Thompson referred to the class as boot camp due to its intense, hands-on nature. They learn by making mistakes, said Thomp- son. Students learned the basics of photography and grasped an un- derstanding of techniques in class, but most of the class was fo- cused on outside assignments that would prepare them for the real world. A portfolio consisting of a minimum of 20 photographs was the final assignment, accounting for 50 percent of the final grade for the course. Thompson wanted to force students outside of their comfort zones. For example, one assignment was to photograph President Linwood H. Rose performing his official duties around campus, such as declaring Mr. and Ms. Madison at the Homecoming halftime show. Another assignment required students to photograph formal portraits of public officials, such as the police chief or mayor. They can ' t be in a cocoon bubble, said Thompson. Students typically enjoyed the fast pace and variety of assign- ments. The class was a hands-on extravaganza, said junior Sean Young- berg. We took pictures of events ranging from [Obama ' s visit to JMU] to children trick-or-treating, and everything in between. Typically, the course was filled to capacity during registration, meaning only 17 students had the chance to experience the cov- eted class per semester. I only got in because I stalked the class on e-campus all summer long to watch for someone to drop it, and it paid off, said junior Jessica Dodds. SMAD 225 was the only photojournalism course offered at the university, something Thompson took pride in. Students complet- ed anywhere from 12 to 15 assignments during the semester in addition to the final portfolio. These projects helped students to develop a professional portfolio for future job opportunities. Students needed a digital single-lens reflex [SLR] camera for the course. If they did not own an SLR camera, they had the opportu- nity to borrow one from the SMAD checkout center or rent one for the semester at Glen ' s Fair Price, a local camera store downtown. Many guest speakers visited the class and talked about their pho- tojournalism experiences to provide tips on what employers look for. Normally, three or four former students were among these guest speakers, including award-winning photojournalist Casey Temple- ton, a 2006 graduate. Templeton, who spoke to the class during the fall semester, had been named 2005 College Photographer of the Year, and was working as a professional wedding photographer Thompson received his diploma from the university when it was called Madison College. After graduation, he became the supervi- sor of photography for the university and held the position for 28 years. I ' ve been able to achieve most of my goals, said Thompson, even though 1 stayed local. Thompson was also a freelance pho- tographer for United Press International for 15 years. In 2009, he was still an active photographer, changing his focus to work more with corporate material. With a wealth of experience and knowledge in the photography field, Thompson was able to shed light on many principles of photojournal- ism. He really knows what he ' s talking about and has tons of experience, said Dodds. The best part about teaching photo- journalism to students was his pride in their work, according to Thompson. He loved to see his former students succeed and hoped he gave them a little bit of guidance. Thompson is the kind of professor shy people have nightmares about, said Youngberg. He ' s open, outgoing and critical. But he is one of the best teachers I ' ve had at JMU. CAMERAS ready, instructor Tommy Thompson and students experiment witin a variety of flash settings. Junior Sean Youngberg said, I am not artsy and had no photo experience coming into the class, but I left with newly honed skills and a new found love of photography. Photo by Megan Mori n (D Gemors M -p 1 I • By Karlyn Williams -| ' | Building Bridges Through her teaching and vokinteering experiences, Spanish pro- fessor Karina Kline-Gabel realized the Latino community in Harri- sonburg was burying rather than embracing its heritage. Her goal became to help bilingual and bicultural youth discover courage and confidence in the Latino culture, something that she had taken for c 5 granted as a child of a Columbian mother and an American-born father ( A pen pal program was Kline-Gabel ' s first idea, which morphed a into a face-to-face program known as AMISTAD, the Spanish word for friendship. Funding for the change came from a $10,000 grant from y. the Office of International Programs. The grant afforded AMISTAD the ability to set up an after-school 4— program at Thomas Harrison Middle School (THMS). Kline-Gabel was able to provide a unique experience for the middle school stu- _i dents and university volunteers by bringing in speakers and having O craft days with elaborate supplies to ease the initial tension between university student volunteers and THMS students. THMS had been QJ the only school where the program was held, but there was interest - at three other middle schools in the area. ( It ' s the happiest and saddest circumstance because though it ' s flattering, we don ' t want to develop too quickly, said Kline-Gabel. Focusing the program around middle school students was ideal for the program, according to Kline-Gabel. She believed that they were at the best point in life to be mentored. The university students often experienced a role reversal when the middle school students taught them something about the Latino culture. The program was not just about cultural exchange, but also friendship. AMlSTAD ' s motto was building bridges through friendships. AMISTAD provided outdoor games, music and trivia activities during the after-school program to connect the American and Latino cul- tures while developing relationships between the volunteers and students. Junior Grace Pemberton participated in AMISTAD for the past three semesters and her favorite activity was a mock election. The week before the election, the volunteers taught the students about the electoral system, democracy and the roll of the presidency through trivia. Following the game, all students ii SMILES can be seen around the table as senior Melissa Class and children at AMISTAD discuss the differences in their cultures. AMISTAD gave the children the opportunity to speak their minds about whatever the subject was that day. Photo courtesy of Karina Kline Oabel cast their own ballots and received an 1 Voted iced cupcake. 1 think the kids enjoyed this because people were actually concerned about their opinions and included them in a process that one day awaits them, said Pemberton. A volunteer needed to be decently fluent in Spanish when the program first began. However, due to the second and third generation bilingual middle school students who participated in the program, this was no longer a requirement. Today, any JMU student with any major can ben- efit from AMISTAD, as long as they have an inter- ,,-.„..... L, , est in the Latino culture, LEARNING about Latino cuture, a student goes said Kline-Gabel. through worksheets with children at AMISTAD. Along with readings about Latino culture, students played games, listened to music and danced with the children. Photo ( curtesy ot Karma Kline- Gabel Y32 C[a.ss s Aldis Rasums; SMAD; Hackettstown, N.J. Emily Reid; English; Franktown, Va. Renee Revetta Media Arts And Design Export PA Darley Richard; English; Virginia Beach, Va. Sarah Robarge; SMAD; Harrisonburg, Va. Michele Robel; English; Baltimore, Md. Kelly Robinson; justice Studies; Alexandria, Va. Frederick Rose; Communication Studies; Virginia Beach, Va Steven Sacalis; Political Science; Voorhees, N.|. Dana Shifflett; Political Science; Ruckersville, Va. Julia Simcox; International Affairs; Chantilly, Va. leffrey Skutnik, |r; SMAD; Westport, Conn. Casey Smith; Communication Studies; Newport News, Va. Kiera Smith; Communication Studies; Westwood, N.J. Morgan Sohl; Modern Foreign Languages; Eatontown, N.J. Joanna Solch; SMAD; Ringwood, N.J. Daniel St. John; Justice Studies; Newport News, Va. laynell Stoneman; SMAD; Middletown, Del. 3 C l I CO n- O B 3 1 I O cr Geniors IS., Krister) Strunk; Political Science; Centieville, Va. Alyson Therres; SMAD; Hampstead, Md. Kristi Vansickle; Anthropology; Bowie, Md. Timothy Wacha; Sociology; West Caldwell, N.|. Alison Ward; SMAD; Herndon, Va. Cody Warner; Philosophy and Religion; Williamsburg, Va. Jacqueline Weisbecker; Communication Studies; Plainsboro, N.|. Jessica Wells; Political Science; Baskerville, Va. Lori Whitacre; SMAD; White Post, Va. Katelyn Williams; English; Roanoke, Va. Walter Williams; International Affairs; Powhatan, Va. Whitney Wilson; SMAD; Tappahannock, Va. Sarah Woodhouse; Communication Studies; Virginia Beach, Va. W ' 1 i -1 By Steph Synoracki • g i e, Liberty, Pursuit Professor Elaine Chisek, who received her Juris Doctor and Master of Laws from Tulane Law School, taught Political Science 326: Civil Rights [POSC 326} by focusing mainly on Supreme Court decisions in her discussion-based course. Students discussed topics such as the free speech and religion clauses in the First Amendment, cruel and unusual punishment in the Eighth Amendment and the Equal Protec- tion Clause in the Fourteenth Amendment. One of the course ' s objectives was to provide an overview of the perennial issues presented to governments committed to preserv- ing individual rights and liberties, said Chisek. Students also worked on developing and sharpening critical thinking and argumentation skills through analysis of specific Supreme Court rulings. Senior Cliff Sacalis decided to take Chisek ' s class after discussing Court decisions in another one of her courses, Constitutional Law. Professor Chisek is, and this is tough for me to say, the most en- thusiastic teacher I ' ve had in the political science department, said Sacalis. You can tell she really puts her emotion into teaching and enjoys what she does. Senior Jeff Watson also had similar feelings about the class and Chisek ' s manner of teaching. Professor Chisek is an extraordinary professor... her teaching style is great, said Watson. [We had] an open discussion and explanation of each case we studied. Watson explained that Chisek came into teaching this course with an impressive amount of experience with law. Those experiences further allow her to teach this class efficiently [and it] doesn ' t really feel like you ' re listening to another person re- gurgitate the information back to you, said Watson. Students were required to read and understand difficult texts and apply class discussions to hypothetical law situations on Chisek ' s exams, according to Sacalis. Students also needed to think critically and analyze current cases on the docket and present them in mock trial [format] to the class, he said. One aspect of the course Sacalis most enjoyed was learning about what rights individuals try to claim and vice versa, and [what rights] the government tries to deny, said Sacalis. Through constant discussion of Supreme Court decisions and their impact on citizens of the United States, students gained an appreciation for their rights and for the challenges the Court faced in making a decision. Students who took POSC 326 were prepared to enter any area of law due to the course load and depth of discussions. As a JMU student preparing for law school in fall 2009, 1 feel like this class really brushed up on some important skills I ' ll be using in law school, said Sacalis. Both Sacalis and Watson recommended that students take Chisek ' s course because it dealt with individual rights, and students were bound to find more than one of the course topics interesting. I can ' t stress enough how much I got out of this course, said Sacalis. It challenged me academically and got my mind churning on all dif- ferent aspects of the government and our rights as citizens. MID-LECTURE, Professor Elain Chisek discusses Supreme Court cases during class. The majority of class time is spent reading an analyzing the Supreme Court ' s landmark and recent decisions in the areas of civil liberties and individual righs, said Chisek. Photo by Julia Simcox Crq V) (-1- ri- Gemors 35 Photo by Natalie Wall 1 26 C[a.sses PinQ yOanQ 192 n Skills 8 tii iAme m Jokn V.oikenk? rQer 196 6PA Booicam 202 leQe gf 0M.5tn655 College 0 3iASLn ss IW I By Colleen Mahoney T tfT Snow Me tne Money Ranked in the top 5 percent of undergraduate business schools in the nation by BusinessWeek, the university ' s College of Business (COB) contained rigorous courses and influential professors. All of the COB classes are challenging in their own way, said junior Jordan Liles. But the professors are willing to go over everything and work with you. With dark brown marble floors and round tables that were con- stantly filled by studying students, Zane Showker Hall was home to most COB classes. The college ' s mission was to commit to preparing students to be active and engaged citizens who are exceptionally well-qualified lead- ers for success in a global competitive marketplace, according to its Web site. Continually updating the program, COB tried to maintain its competitive nature with other undergraduate business programs. To be accepted into COB, students were required to take 10 core business classes while maintaining above a 2.8 GPA. Within the col- lege, majors chose from 10 undergraduate programs, including ac- counting, economics, marketing and quantitative finance. One of the most widely known COB courses was COB 300. Through this semester-long, 12-credit class, students worked in small groups to create a professional business plan. The business plan integrated finance, marketing, operations and management. Everyone always says it ' s so challenging, and it was, but it was also the most rewarding class I ' ve ever taken, said junior Will Toler. It was an interesting experience. You learn to work with people you don ' t know. In 2008, COB graduates who took the Uniform Certified Public Ac- countants Examination had the 11th highest pass rate in the nation among students without advanced degrees. The CPA exam was a li- censing examination that certified accountants, helping graduates obtain better jobs after graduation. I think the business school is well-known because the professors are very qualified and have a ton of experience in their fields, said Toler All the teachers always have such vast experience, whether in writ- ing books, winning awards or working high up in the professional field, said Liles. They really take what they know from their fields and help students to apply it. nlniini,lii,n , nmnilnl Imm imuMiu t.ulal, q UH office Robert Reid, Dean Philip DuBose, Associate Dean, Academic Programs Kimberly Foreman, Associate Dean, Human Resource Administration Joyce Guthrie, Associate Dean, Student Services Accounting Computer Information Systems Economics Finance and Business Law Hospitahty and Tourism Management International Business Management Marketing Management Science Quantitative Finance I Mi i iiB COB by the Numbers Most Popular Majors: Marketing (824] Finance [735] Management (705) Full-Time Undergraduates: 3,831 Part-Time Undergraduates: 83 n Qrq I— ' • C 5 CONCENTRATING on their notes, students listen to a class held in Zane Showker Hall. Students often stayed in Showker between classes to catch up on homework. Photo by Tiffany Brown Genlors V2Q CO CD CD (D Mind Your By Beth Principi Own Business The Crystal Ball Doritos advertisement cost $2000 to create and ended up No. 1 in USA Today ' s Ad Meter focus group, awarding the unemployed creators of the commercial a $1 million prize from Frito-Lay. The creators, two brothers who considered themselves entrepreneurs, took their idea and made it a reality. 1 think the same thing could happen here, a team can come out and change the world, said Dennis Tracz, the director for the Cen- ter for Entrepreneurship (CFE) in the College of Business. The CPE held the Sustainable Business Plan Competition in April, which allowed students to take their ideas to the next level. Each team submitted an executive summary, said Carol Ham- ilton, the assistant director for the CFE. The judges then selected eight to 10 teams to move into the semifinals round. The decision was based on theprofitability of the market and the viability of the plan, according to Hamilton. The semifinalists submitted final business plans and four finalists were chosen. The finalists were selected based on the proximity to launch, long-term viability of the business model, future growth potential and strength of the sustainability component in the busi- ness plans, said Hamilton. The four finalists pitched their ideas to the judges in April in a competition that was open to the public. In past years, the competition was open only to business majors, but 2009 was the first year that the Sustain- able Business Plan Competition was offered to the university as a whole. We extended eligibility to graduate and undergraduate students, alumni, faculty and staff to encourage innovation and en- trepreneurship among the )MU nation, said Hamilton. Successful venture teams are comprised of individuals with a variety of skills and experience. Solo acts are difficult to launch. Our non-business majors are often the ' idea ' people, while our business majors ask ' but how do we make money? ' It is a wonderful combination. The competition opened doors to future opportunities. Winners of the university-wide competitions are eligible to participate in other competitions, said Tracz. By extending the eligibility, the competition had the potential of harvesting an array of different innovative ideas. Many ideas were directed towards sustainability in the environment. Since green technology requires high capital investment, I ex- pected to see more tangible approaches to sustainability, such as resource conservation, said Hamilton. A brighter and greener future required new and exciting ideas. The Sustainable Business Plan Competition gave these ideas a chance to flourish. The JMU Sustainable Business Plan Competition brings the JMU community and local community together by building businesses, said Hamilton. It creates jobs and boosts the economy in the re- gion. Together we can achieve a better quality of life for ourselves and future generations. CONVENING, on a sunny Sunday afternoon, junlorTylerConta, sophomore Allison Bailey, sophomore Bagsby Pharr, senior John Nettles and junior Heather Robertson from the Net Impact organization discuss ways to bring sustainability to the business world. We are trying to bring JMU one step closer to being green, said Nettles. P ioro by ies ieCavm 190 Classes Kurt Austin; Finance; Baltimore, Md. Leah Babel; Accounting; Olmsted Falls, Ohio Alexander Bailey; Management; North Reading, Mass. Andrew Bailey; Finance; Herndon, Va. Chonie Bailey; Finance; Waynesboro, Va. Nathaniel Balos; International Business; Orange County, Calif. lasmine Banks; HTM; Southhampton, N.Y. Stephany Barber; International Business; Riva, Md. Brent Beissel; Finance; Mohrsville, Pa. Rachael Beloff; HTM; Langhorne, Pa. Zachary Blanco; Accounting; Levittown, Pa. Brad Bloomer; Finance; Wallkill, N.Y. Vaneli Bojkova; HTM; Herndon, Va. lames Bourne ]r; International Business; Vienna, Va. Jerrica Browder; Accounting; Sutherland, Va. Rachel Bruton; Marketing; Silver Spring, Md. Mark Bushey; Marketing; Gardners, Pa. Nicholas Campo; Finance; Bay Shore, N.Y. n B o CO C CO r-t a; fT CO c I— ' • 3 CD C ) CO n o B o 3 ' .mor I t 0 Hunter Caudill; Quantitative Finance; Chesapeake, Va. Julia Chase; Accounting; Cumberland, Maine lessica Chocklett; Marketing; Daleviile, Va. Christopher Clark; Finance; Alexandria, Va. Carol Clemmensen; HTM; Langhorne, Pa. Matthew Cogossi; Management; Williamsburg, Va. Thomas Costello; Finance; Vienna, Va. Lance Cothern; Accounting; Harrisonburg, Va. Elizabeth Crew; Marketing; Montpelier, Va. Michael D ' Amico; Management; Centreville, Va. Zachary Devesty; Quantitative Finance; Navesink, N.]. Christopher Dewitt; Marketing; Middletown, Md. Steven Dewitt; Finance; Middletown, Md. Diana Doody; Marketing; Virginia Beach, Va. Leslie Duscotch; Accounting; Sterling, Va. Kristen Dotson; Management; Suffolk, Va. Jonathan Doyle; Finance; Kings Park, N.Y. Kevin Dubs; Management; Annandale, Va. reaching . m C J § By Matt Johnson Traditions A thought in passing became a reality in 2005 when Harrison- burg ' s Chinese Language School opened and instructors began teaching their students Chinese language and culture. The idea arose when history professor J. Chris Arndt, father of two adopted Chinese girls, mentioned to business professor Ping Wang that he wanted his girls to someday attend a Chinese school, but the closest one was in Charlottesville. It turns out that Dr. Wang is kind of the central organizing force for the local Chinese community, said Arndt. So he came to our [Chinese New Year] celebration and announced that he was estab- lishing a Chinese school for children. Wang, Arndt and Arndt ' s wife, Andi, worked together to open the school. The Arndts advertised the school and found a place to call home: the Muhlenberg Lutheran Church on Route 33. Wang found a teacher and other resources the school would need. In 2005, the school was ready to open. We established this school for children, adopted children, and also anyone else who is interested, said Chris. And it ' s primar- ily so children originally from China can learn about their culture , [and] some language skills. The school taught students Chinese language and culture through various methods. They made crafts using Chinese characters, learned Chinese folk dances and played recognition games such as Simon Says using Chinese words, which helped the students learn basic words and numbers. Andi felt like the school gave even more to its students. If these children, in the future, want to travel to China, want to search for more personal history in China, want to work for some kind of organization that straddles the East and the West, they would have the choice, said Andi. What [the school] gives them is the choice. The Arndts said that their daughters, Olivia and Ruby, enjoyed going to the school, which met every Saturday at 10 a.m. It maintains their cultural heritage, said Chris. That ' s some- thing that they need to know about, and when you adopt a child [from China], the Chinese government urges you to do that. Not only was the school helping its students, but the community as well. Wang said that sometimes the group helped bridge the gap for visiting Chinese citizens on business. 1 think in a sense, when you talk about community, over the years we had a lot of contacts talk about [their] businesses in Chi- na and ask me to help them, said Wang. So we did some of those translations [for them]. Each year the school added one or two students to the roster, and with a growing Chinese community, it appeared that the school would be a lasting institution. BOOKS before them, students learn the basics of speaking Chinese from Professor Ping Wang. The school was open to a variety of ages, ranging from young children to adults Photo by Donovan Seow Orq r3 00 Gemors 193 The Game By Katie Thisdell Senior Amanda Panuline did not want to learn about the busi ness world from her parents. Though they had tried to tell her that certain skills would give her an edge in her future, she did not be- lieve them. Then they enrolled her in the College of Business ' [COB) Real Skills for Real Life and Outclass the Competition seminars. After just a few weeks, she understood what her parents were talking about. 1 just hope to gain a bit more knowledge about business, and by getting this pretty brief overview, I think it will just allow me to expand my ideas about the future and maybe help me become aware of new opportunities, explained Panuline. The course was first offered in 1999, when COB joined with the Virginia Society of Certified Public Accountants to teach students valuable real-world information. Speakers discussed different types of insurance, financial markets, job search tips, and advice on interviews and job applications. These life skills are things students normally wouldn ' t learn in an academic setting but they need in everyday life, said Susan Floyd, the program ' s coordinator For seven weeks, students listened to accomplished business professionals speak on a range of issues. In Zane Showker Hall, at least 60 students learned about topics from personal banking to legal matters. 1 think the speakers we have had are really helpful because they have so much direct experience, said Panuline. The stigma associated with business is that it is a somewhat drab field, but the speakers really break the information down into lay- man ' s terms and make it interesting. The separate etiquette session was new for 2009, after a pilot seminar one night the previous year Etiquette is definitely an essential skill, said Floyd. You can get in the door with a resume and cover letter, but then you have seven seconds to make an impression. Through the five-week etiquette program, RESPONDING to a question from a student, David Penrod speal s about understanding financial marl ets. Life skills topics included personal banking, legal matters, job searching and financial planning. Photo by Tiffany Brown of Life Floyd said students would grow more confident in professional settings. It culminated with a formal dinner in April with a recep- tion line, toast and a speaker. This gave students the opportunity to practice presenting themselves and the dining skills they had learned. The life skills program cost $189 and the etiquette session cost $159. A discount was offered if a student signed up for both class- es. The value of the session is really good, especially in this econo- my, Floyd said. This is something that will give students a com- petitive edge. Panuline agreed that the speakers ' tips were important to put students ahead during harsh economic times. Students from all majors could participate in the program. It offers a great opportunity to network with people from differ- ent majors and expand your breadth of knowledge, all while enjoy- ing yourself, Panuline said. She said she recommended the program to many friends and already threatened her boyfriend into taking it the next time it ' s offered. She admitted her parents were regrettably right all along. m cuss s Brittany Edstrom; HTM; Mechanicsville, Va. Ashley Elstro; International Business; Chapel Hill, N.C. Lindsey Embry; Management; Chesapeake, Va. Katelyn Engle; Finance; Cinnaminson, N.|. Andrew Erdely; Finance; Wall, N.). Kristin Fahy; Management; Hingham, Mass. Elise Fecko; HTM; Carlisle, Pa. Donald Fitzpatrick; Management; Vienna, Va. Megan Flora; HTM; Roanoke, Va. Joseph Fogel; Accounting; Sewickley, Pa. Heather Ford; Marketing; Roanoke, Va. Anna Fowler; Management; Dumfries, Va. Timothy Ganoe; Management; Boiling Springs, Pa. Bradley Garfield; Finance; Germantown, Md. Michael Geiger; Finance; Vienna, Va. Derek Goff; Management; Warrenton, Va. George Graves IV; Finance; Potomac, Md. Allen Green IV; HTM; Fredericksburg, Va. C J n- O O t3 C 3 m I— ' • C CD n- r-t- e Kl(- Gregory Groves; Marketing; Whaleyville, Md. Devon Harris; Marketing; Suffolk, Va. C nthia Henry; International Business; Virginia Beach, Va. Dianna Hirschberg; Management; East Rockaway, N.Y. lacob Housman; Management; Chestnut Hill, Mass. Chandler lorio; Management; Winchester, N.Y. Christopher )ohnson; Marketing; Shrewsbury, N.J. John lohnson; Management; Southport, Conn. Kiley Johnston; HTM; Hebron, Conn. Ryan Katz; Marketing; Freeport, N.Y. Mahsa Kazemifar; HTM; Great Falls, Va. James Keiser; Management; Standardsville, Va. James Knoblach; Finance; Rockville Center, N.Y. Jennifer Kochesfahani; Marketing; Cockeysville, Md. Nicholas Krattinger; Accounting; Waynesboro, Va. Tracy Rummers; Marketing; Virginia Beach, Va. Samantha Laroche; Economics; Gloucester, Va. Emma Laverty; Marketing; Audubon, Pa. The Real Deal By Lianne Palmatier When business majors and non-business majors came together to create and hone a business concept from the ground up, John Rothenberger, the first Entrepreneur in Residence, at the univer- sity, gave advice and served as a resource for the developing entre- preneurs. Students in Marketing 472: Venture Creation, sought the guid- ance of Rothenberger, founder and CEO of Strategic Enterprise Solutions Inc. [SE Solutions], to ensure their ideas were on target for launching a business. As a 1988 graduate with a bachelor ' s de- gree in business administration in marketing, Rothenberger was a professional gem for students with entrepreneurial dreams, a re- source that had been previously untapped. This gives students an opportunity to talk to a proven, successful entrepreneur who is a business school alumni from JMU, a person much like themselves, said Rothenberger With more than 16 years of executive leadership experience, Rothenberger was able to show students all over campus that en- trepreneurship was a legitimate prospect. As the entrepreneur in residence, Rothenberger held regular office hours on campus in addition to co-teaching the venture creation class. Venture Creation is a class that is really geared toward the entre- preneurial student, said Rothenberger It focuses on the creation of new innovations and small businesses. The class launched a business from one of the student groups and paired the teams with entrepreneurs that would coach them throughout the semester The class exposed students to high per- formance, result-oriented teamwork, according to Rothenberger Rothenberger ' s work both on and off campus provided inspira- tion. He served as a member of the university ' s executive advisory council as well as a regular judge for the College of Business ' annu- al business plan competition. He used his experience to encourage students to pursue alternative career options by finding a niche. After founding and serving as president of the IT company. Aspire Technology Group, which received honors from publications like Forbes magazine, Rothenberger started SE Solutions, an IT solu- tions company focused on helping the Department of Homeland Security. Using real-world knowledge of starting a viable business, Rothenberger advised students on what to expect when starting a business, how to address roadblocks and when to seek fund- ing from venture capitalists, all in the context of pursuing viable dreams. Students may be able to get questions answered that they were unable to get answered before at JMU, he said. It gives them hope and validation that they can pursue their dreams and be success- ful. ACCOMPLISHED entrepreneur John Rothenberger discusses strategies with students. Rothenberger aided students in developing businesses in the class that inspired Craving Cookies, the popular cookie delivey company created by JMU students. Photo courtesy of Photography Services C 3 G n ' Lors 197 M By Ariel Spengler B e Our Guest Most university students could not say that they had attended a wine tasting for class credit. Most could also not admit to having gone on a field trip or to cooking and serving a meal to 200 guests. Hospitality and Tourism Management (HTM] majors, however, did ail three. We focus on the hospitality industry in respect to hotels, restau- rants, country clubs, meetings, event planning and other branches of the industry, said senior jen Everdale. The HTM major differed from other majors on campus because of its abundance of hands-on classes. 1 believe that a combination of traditional learning and the hands-on approach is a great way for students going into the hos- pitality industry to learn, said senior Rachel Fame. The experience gained outside of classroom lectures appealed to many students. 1 love how hands-on the program is, added Everdale. Outside of the classroom, HTM students need to complete hundreds of hours of industry-related work and an internship, and our profes- sors bring in lots of guest speakers. One of the most challenging requirements for HTM majors was the completion of their theme dinner during their senior yean In groups of six or seven students, they had to prepare a dinner for 200 or more guests — from the decorations and entertainment to the dinner and cleanup. Everdale and Fame completed their theme dinner in January. Be- fore they could begin planning, however, they took an entire se- mester to prepare. The deliverable, said Everdale. The two words no HTM student wants to hear. The deliverable was a 250-page project completed before the dinner that contained all of the plans for the event. The project was the end result of their semester-long preparation. During the planning stages, groups meet at least once a week and are in constant contact with one another all semester long, CROWN and wings on, sophomore Patrick Crosson stands over the pumpkin display during UPB ' s Halloween Late Night Breakfast. Crosson, an HTM major, focused on special events for the evening. Phoro courtesy of Brittany flosofo DRESSED up, Linzie BIythe and her friends pose during their internship at Disney World. The Disney internship took place during one semest ' ' and summer, providr students with a great deal of experience in the service industry. Phoro couf fesy of Brittany Rosato said Fame. You really grow to either love or hate your group mem- bers. 1 loved mine. The groups hosted their event in the Festival Ballroom. Everdale and Fame ' s dinner theme was A Night at The Oscars, which includ- ed paparazzi at the door, a huge Oscar statue and a dashing host in a tuxedo. Meanwhile, the group worked tirelessly behind the scenes to ensure the event ran smoothly. Think of comparing it to your wedding, said Everdale. It is the most exciting yet terrifying day of your life. Six courses and three performers later, their theme dinner came to a close. After the dinner, we clean up, sleep a little, breathe, and relax for the first time since the previous semester, said Everdale. Some- times there are tears. The team was required to prepare one final binder full of budget information, employee evaluations and a timeline of the night ' s events. I proved to myself that I am prepared to manage an event similar to the one that my group and 1 planned and executed, said Fame after the event. Everdale was glad to have such a strong group dynamic. I had the best team 1 could ever imagine, said Everdale. They taught me a hundred different lessons that I would never be able to thank them enough for. After the yearlong commitment, HTM majors walked away with a life experience to help them in the future. 1 would feel comfortable taking on a hospitality job after gradua- tion, said Everdale. Fame agreed. All of my work experience and my internship have been some of my most valuable learning. 19 Classes lennifer Lodder; Marketing; Riverdale N.j. Robert Lurie |r; Quantitative Finance; Short Hills, N.] Alison Maccarone; Finance; Quakertown, Pa. Karen Maddox; Marketing; Poquoson, Va. Christopher Martin; Finance; Cedar Grove, N.), Kelly Mathis; Accounting; Virginia Beach, Va. Jaclyn McArdle; International Business; Cedar Knolls, N.) Thomas Melton; Economics; Sandston, Va. Scott Meyer; Management; Hillsborough, N.J. Jeremy Miller; Finance; Berryville, Va. Katelyn Mitchell; Management; Greensboro, N.C. Tanya Mobed; Economics; Pakistan John Moffa; Management; Lake Grove, N.Y. Kristina Mohler; Management; Winchester, Va. Rachael Morris; HTM; Harrisonburg, Va. lason Motala; Finance; Arlington, Va. Hanane Mouhssine; Int ' l Business; Sterling, Va. Jeffrey Mullen; Finance; Marlton, N.J. o I CD 3 tn X O 5-1 O ' CQ 5-1 D CQ IT) 00 CO O . H J o I 4- • 1—1 s 2: Tara Nemith; Marketing; Camden, Va. Katherine Norris; Accounting; Richmond, Va. Tess O ' Brien; HTM; Reston, Va. Keisey Pack; HTM; Mount Crawford, Va. Jessica Parsons; Management; Virginia Beach, Va. Amy Priddy; Management; Newport News, Va. Bernard Quinn |r; Finance; Saint James, N.Y. Erica Ramirez; International Business; Fairfax, Va. Carolyn Rehman; HTM; Silver Spring, Md. Katherine Reis; Marketing; Ellicott, Md. Jaclyn Roles; Management; Reston, Va. Mary Rosenthal; Management; Street, Md. Samantha Salamone; HTM; Garden City, N.j. Catherine Sawin; Marketing; Alexandria, Va. Stephanie Scamardella; HTM; Holmdel, N.J. Thomas Schrack; Accounting; Bayville, N.Y. Brian Scott; Quanitative Finance; Port Murray, N.J. Bianca Sheldon; Accounting; Landing, N.J. Consumer By Sarah Chain Blindfold a group of students, place unmarked cups of various soft drinks in front of them, and see if they can distinguish between the sodas. If you guessed that they would have no problems distin- guishing a lemon-lime soda from a cola, you would be mistaken. Projects like the soft drink challenge were typical class periods for Marketing 385: Buyer Behavior (MKTG 385). Kenneth Bahn, one of the professors who taught the course in the College of Busi- ness, began the experiment to explore the theory of perception and whether taste actually sold a food product, or if something else about the brand did. I suspected people could tell the difference between Coke and Pepsi, but what really surprised me was that an overwhelming ma- jority could not tell the difference between Coke and Sprite, said senior Matthew Stowell. Senior Brooks Clifford agreed. It shows just how much market- ing plays a role in our perceptions of a product. The perception experiment was just one of the projects in MKTG 385 that helped students to understand how consumers behaved in the marketplace — and why. It ' s impossible to develop any kind of marketing strategy or poli- cy without first understanding your target market, said Bahn. Because of this need, MKTG 385 focused on identifying pat- terns in consumption and possession of products. Bahn assigned a research-intensive paper on a controversial issue in marketing, encouraging students to apply different consumer behavior theo- ries discussed in class. In the fall semester, topics ranged from the presidential election and campaign to the ethics of advertising to young kids. Clifford chose women in sports as his topic and interviewed 100 people for his paper and presentation. He then compiled the infor- mation to formulate a theory about whether people thought it was fair that female athletes got paid much less than men in sports. Professor Val Larsen, who also taught the course, assigned students a similar paper using consumer interviews to support the textbook ' s ideas or formulate their own theories about consumer behavior Other classes familiarize people with numbers and spread- sheets, said Larsen. But people also need to be able to deal with these unstructured problems. The paper encouraged students to pay attention to details as consumers related their experiences, fo- cusing on how things fit together in a pattern or coherent picture. It ' s pretty similar to the kinds of things that would be done in certain kinds of anthropological studies or sociological studies us- ing qualitative data, said Larsen. Marketing students appreciated the open-ended, unstructured nature of the course, along with the opportunity to choose their own research topics. just reiterating what we are taught is not enough, said junior Blythe Klippstein. We need to apply the theories and practices ours elves to topics that interest us. Students were free to choose a theory discussed in class that interested them, or look for patterns in their interviews and then formulate their own theories. In either approach, Bahn and Lar- sen encouraged their students to gather details and examples from consumers ' lives to allow a new coherence to emerge. It was simple to differentiate between a good and poor paper, according to Larsen. A strong paper is like an ' Aha! ' experi- ence. The theories the class explored allowed students to under- stand what drove a consumer to choose one brand over another, knowledge that would be used for careers post-graduation in sales, advertising and marketing research. WITH Wal-Mart ' s weekly insert in hand, a student compiles research for his marketing paper. Students interviewed more than 100 sources for their paper that applied consumer theory to a controversial marketing issue. Photo by Julia Simcox C ) Gemors 201 f V T 1 Caitlin Harrison Crunching Numbers Imagine going to class for four and a half hours a day, and then returning home and doing four and a half hours of iiomework. For six weeks each summer this was the daily routine for students who planned to become Certi- fied Public Accountants (CPAs). It is an exhausting pace, said Professor Paul Copley. It was the first class of students that gave the program the name ' CPA Exam Boot Camp. ' In 2004, Copley and Professor Brad Roof came up with the course as an alternative way to prepare students, of- fering a review of the material tested on the CPA exam. Despite all of the studying and long hours, it really did pay off in the long run, said Cara Bunker, who graduated in 2007 and participated in the program that summer. Becker CPA Review, a company that helped students prepare for the exam, endorsed the reviews and provided the materials. Copley talked to the regional manager of Becker and proposed a six-week course, a much shorter time period than Becker normally recommended. They agreed that if 30 students signed up, Becker would test the different format. This manager later admitted to me that as he left my of- fice, he said to his companion, ' Copley is crazy if he thinks he can get 30 students, ' said Copley. Forty-five students signed up for the first class. After graduation, if students had a job lined up, the tra- ditional preparation approach for the exam had gradu- ates working full time and going to class once a week for six months, using their free time to study. Copley ' s Boot Camp provided the same review in a much shorter period for students who preferred to take the exam directly after graduation. JMU students are bright and they imme- diately saw the advantages of the condensed course, said Copley. The summer course was also advantageous for students who still had leases in Harrisonburg, as it allowed students to live in their own apartments or townhouses and finish out their leases. DILIGENTLY taking notes, students listen to their professor during their four-and-a-half-hour CPA class. The CPA exam focused on different accounting topics such as financial reporting and auditing. Photo courtesy of Julia Simeon The CPA exam tested students on four different topics: financial reporting, auditing, regulation and business en- vironment. According to Copley, more than 40 percent of CPA candidates failed all four parts. The national passing rate was 16 percent, but 46 percent of the students who took the Boot Camp passed in 2005. The university was ranked 25th for performance on the exam compared to 2,000 other colleges and universities. It also had the 11th highest pass rate among students without advanced degrees. I went into my first day of work feeling truly prepared and ready for the challenges of the working world, said graduate Jake Kinney, in an e-mail to Dr Copley. Kinney graduated in 2007, and passed all four parts of the CPA exam after finishing the exam preparation. Each of [the professors] have given me so much knowledge helping to develop the tools to succeed and I truly appreciate their hard work, said Kinney. Copley felt that overall the program was a success. From the School of Accounting ' s point of view, the Boot Camp provides exactly what we wanted, explained Copley. |MU now has a brand name - if you hire JMU graduates, there is a very high probability that those indi- viduals will show up to work in September with this exam behind them. This sets us apart from most other schools in the country. 202 6U55 5 David Smallfield; Management; Fairfax County, Va. Daniel Smullen; Marketing; Oreland, Pa. Kerry Stanton; Finance; Hillsborough, N.|. Sarah Strup; HTM; Oakton, Va. Michael Swinson; Accounting; Harrisonburg, Va. Megan VLasho; HTM; Alexandria, Va. Meredith Ward; Marketing; Fredericksburg, Va. Steven Wilkinson; Economics; Annandale, Va. lames Williams; HTM; Virginia Beach, Va. Allison Wood; Marketing; Richmond, Va. Timothy Woodland; Management; Center Moriches, N.Y. Eui Yoon; Economics; Harrisonburg, Va. Garrett Zaino; Finance; Great Falls, Va. C ) B I— •• q1 1 M Jii I— •• o n w o o r-1- n i B Gemors 203 V vi,Jfl?« ;: IH ' MMMh «Pi« i m m . ■ m ■0 ' . ' ' XlJT M-fJ ' - , ■ ••  ■• l«« i n. «. ' U,-()NBv:;cr f -?T ■ !i M(?-pv 0w •-: ia c. _ ' ' ::- -f ?(b «« Photo by Natalie Wal! 20H Classes  V- ' •  . , ' — ■ ' JJ ' lim ' i ' - S C H C r S. ' EAt -CAi:[.ot ' Relief Trip 20 ' ■ ' eii ' ? ci ng OuWren ' s ftgKiH 210 Arm Tlwrse Corps 212 ( f lACMlon CoileQe of ' EAtAC iLon 203 Live By Rebecca Schneider The university began in 1908 as a college for education, and the fundamental mission statement and principles had not changed significantly since then. The College of Education (COE) was a professional program for America ' s future teachers. COE had different programs of study, each concentrating on a specific aspect of one ' s educational and career goals. The early, elementary and reading education department focused on literacy and developmental learning for elementary-aged students. Junior Eden Middleton, an aspiring math or science teacher in the Elementary Education [ELED] program, enjoyed her subject area classes the most. 1 like focusing on math and science and ways to teach them to younger students, said Middleton. It has been a lot of fun learning how to break down concepts to levels that each age group can comprehend. [The professors] did an awesome job relating math subjects to our future as elementary school teachers. The early, elementary and reading education department also ran the Young Children ' s Program, a preschool for children ages 3 to 4. Each class had a teacher who was sup- ported by a staff of students. The program served as practical experience for COE students. The exceptional education department was dedicated to preparing students to teach and serve individuals with exceptional circumstances. The department housed three programs: Gifted Education, Special Education [SPED] and Teaching English as a Sec- ond Language. There was an option for students majoring in Interdisciplinary Liberal Studies [IdLS] to minor in SPED, allowing them to interweave different areas of knowl- edge into various disciplines. IdLS allows us to take some very interesting classes from all different majors, said junior Lauren Lamore. I was able to take religion and U.S. politics as well as an abnor- mal psychology class last semester and really loved them. Another department housed by COE was learning, technology and leaders hip educa- tion. Students learned about topics including educational foundation, leadership and development. Human resource development and adult education programs were also available. The newly established Career Development Academy met the needs of adults age 17 and older who did not speak English as their primary language. Through the academy, COE reached out to Harrisonburg ' s diverse community. The middle, secondary and mathematics education department offered a program that prepared teachers to positively influence their students and society, including pre- professional and graduate programs that led to an initial licensure in middle and sec- ondary education and or a Masters of Arts in Teaching. All COE departments, faculty, students and resources were located in Memorial Hall, a short walk from the main campus. Being away from the rest of campus isn ' t too fun, said Middleton, but overall I am still very happy with the program. The environment promoted enthusiasm for education in the students and faculty. You wouldn ' t be in the program if you didn ' t have a passion for teaching, which is something we all bond over, said Middleton. The camaraderie between students is great. Using the COE as their joining force, the teachers of tomorrow graduated well equipped to teach the upcoming generations in the classroom, infomuitiim compiled from jimt.edu catalog 08 Learn ' s office Phil Wishon, Dean Margaret Shaeffer, Associate Dean Margaret Kyger, Assistant Dean Joyce Conley, Secretary Catherine Hoffman, Administrative Assistant Yvonne Miller, Administrative Assistant Violet Sherman, Secretary wm artments Early, Elementary Reading Education Exceptional Education Learning, Technology Leadership Education Middle, Secondary Mathematics Education Military Science Most Popular Majors: Interdisciplinary Liberal Studies [823) Education [246) Exceptional Education [43) Full-Time Undergraduates: 810 Part-Time Undergraduates: 13 CHILDREN listen intently to a classmate ' s father play tlie guitar. Students in COE recieved valuable experience by worl ing with children. Photo by Kim Lofgren CD Qrq O 3 Genlors 207 From the Ground Up By Matt Johnson I Commonly known as the Little Manhattan of the south in the first half of the 20th century, McDowell County, W.Va., had since become the eighth poorest county in the United States. During Thanksgiving break, a group of students partnered with Aid for America and traveled to McDowell to help revitalize this once vibrant coal-mining town. [McDowell] had been neglected, said education professor Mary Slade, who led the trip. It was a place that desperately needed some help. Very little work had been done. Slade, along with a group of 50 students and members of the commu- nity, went to McDowell during Thanksgiving break to help the pover- ty-stricken area. While there, one group gutted an old building called Tyson Towers, once a large hotel with a guest list including Harry Truman and Lyndon Johnson, which caught fire as the result of an ad- dict leaving his methamphetamine unattended. Four businesses and housing for 31 families were lost as a result of the fire, according to junior Vinod Narayan. We did a lot of gutting and debris cleanup so this building could be deemed ready to be re- built again, said Narayan. All my peers worked tirelessly to pull water and fire-damaged debris from the building so the rebuilding process could start. ' DONNING work boots, gloves and dust masks, seniors AJ Wolford and Jason Myers and sophomore Zach Hally assess the damage in the hotel before they begin to rem ove fire and water-damaged debris. The A second group worked in a citizen s home, helping to improve its run-down condition. My building once housed a hotel named Tyson Towers. group, for about three days, helped rebuild this woman ' s house, said senior Justin Brough- Photo courtesy of JusunSroughman man. Broughman said his group tore down wallpaper in the second floor bedrooms to find coal dust hiding in the walls from years of the homeowner burning coal. After they cleaned the coal dust and took out the old paper-thin insulation, they brought in new drywall to put up, a job later finished in December by a fraternity from the university, Sigma Phi Epsilon. The groups also put together and handed out 500 Thanksgiving boxes filled with traditional holiday food for the families in McDowell, which many would have otherwise gone without. It was one of the most amazing experiences ever, because w e were able to talk to the residents of the town as we gave them these turkey dinners that they could take home and enjoy with their families, said Narayan. Broughman felt that it was really important, not only for him, but for everyone, to volunteer It ' s my opinion that any able-bodied person that has the means to help others, should help others, said Broughman. If you ' re muscular you should be carrying drywall to the second floor of this house, and if you ' re a millionaire you should donate to a certain cause. I think that ' s what embodies the human spirit. The trip to McDowell was just the first of many. Those involved planned to use their knowledge to help create businesses, jobs and a place for the children in the area to have educational resources. Here we all are sitting on this campus with a wealth of knowledge, research and ideas, said Slade. Why not take it to a place [like McDowell]? FITTING a screw on the bit, junior Layla Tannous prepares to secure the sheetrock to the wall. New drywall covered walls that had been purged of coal dust, giving the room a clean slate. Photo courtesy of Jw,! !! Brouqiinmn 20S CUsses Kathryn Allen; IdLS; Falls Church, Va. Cassondra Beahm; IdLS; Edinburg, Va. Catherine Black; IdLS; Baltimore, Md. Alicia Bobrowski; IdLS; Broomall, Pa. Allison Bourne; IdLS; Fairfax, Va. John Bradshaw; IdLS; McGaheysville, Va. Kathleen Caggiano; IdLS; Middletown, Del. Ashley Clark; IdLS; Petersburg, Va. Katie Conway; IdLS; Bohemia, N.Y. Catherine Cooper; IdLS; Staunton, Va. Shauna Corbo; IdLS; Manasquan, N.]. Matthew Cranston; IdLS; Parkton, Md. Sarah Creamer; IdLS; Midlothian, Va. Lauren Doane; IdLS; Springfield, Va. Darianne Dolewski; IdLS; Ivanhoe, Va. Amy Fitzgerald; IdLS; Chester, Va. Stephanie Garrett; IdLS; Chesterfield, Va. Tiffany Graves; IdLS; Louisa County, Va. I o a CO m : n rt o i H TJ j ni rs 20 Stefanie Gumas; IdLS; Chesapeake, Va. Holly Hartman; IdLS; Harrisonburg, Va. Casey Hazelgrove; IdLS; Botetourt, Va. Aimee Heishman; IdLS; Edinburg, Va. Bethany Holley; IdLS; Salem, Va. Kathryn Hyson; IdLS; Scottsville, Va. Emily Law; IdLS; Asburn, Va. ]aimie Lofurno; IdLS; Elkins Park, Pa. Courtney Luongo; IdLS; Harleysville, Pa. Jenna McDonald; IdLS; Virginia Beach, Va. Cassandra Moore; IdLS; Perry, Okla. Janine Morrison; IdLS; Milliard, Ohio Tara Neel; IdLS; Hallwood, Va. Nicole Orokos; IdLS; Richmond, Va. Ashley Owen; IdLS; Wakefield, Va, Michele Ritner; IdLS; Manassas, Va. Amber Roberts; IdLS; Crewe, Va. Carolyn Rupert; IdLS; Stafford, Va. child ' s Play By Steph Synoracki f A playful atmosphere existed in the west wing of Anthony-Seeger Hall, where young children engaged in social interactions with one another while learning basic motor skills that they would build on the rest of their lives. Every Monday through Friday, a dozen or so three and four year olds gathered to learn and play. The Young Children ' s Program [YCP] was designed as a learning experience for juniors in their first semester of early childhood education courses. The students acted as both observers and teachers during their time at YCP. Approximately 30 to 40 juniors participated in this program each semester These students assisted two teachers, Nancy Guerrier and Kelly Rooney, throughout the day. Sue Hutchinson, the coordinator of YCP, focused on three main objectives with her student assistants. They gained an understanding of child development, ap- propriate curriculum for young children and how to effectively interact with chil- dren of that age. The YCP teachers took advantage of the university ' s campus as much as possible, whether it was taking the kids over to the Music Building to learn about sound oi- letting the children ride around the Convocation Center on tricycles. Each day, the children ' s growth was supported in the areas of cognitive, physi- cal and artistic development as well as social and emotional development. Daily activities such as painting, building with blocks, reading, snack time and special guests all helped to meet these goals. In addition, classroom routines incorporated the use of written and oral language, numeracy, science and social studies, according to the YCP Student Staff Handbook. Family involvement was very important at YCP. The program provided a minimum of four family events per year, along with a number of other communications. Daily messages were posted at the ART IS the subject of the day as children in the program utilize their pink and blue paint, creating masterpieces. Along with artistic development, students involved focused on physical, cognitive, social and emotional skills with the entrance of YCP and weekly news- children. Photo by Wmtofgren letters were sent home to family members to let them know about upcoming events. Parents had the opportunity to speak with teachers at conferences during the school year as well. Monthly program newsletters and class schedules were posted on the YCP Web site. Children enjoyed special events such as a visit by a classmate ' s father to play the guitar for them. He strummed a few songs for the children while they sang along and clapped. Then they were given the chance to show their talent on the guitar junior Katie Wood enjoyed her experience at YCP. Once a week, Wood spent the day surrounded by young children eager to play and learn. The other days of the week, she was busy learning about early childhood and development in two courses within the College of Education. She liked watching the children inter- act with one another and helping them with art activities. Wood was unsure of her post-graduation plans, but hoped this learn- ing experience would point her in the right direction. At the end of the day, the children proudly went home with their masterpiece paintings and stories of the days ' activities, while the teaching assistants left with smiles on their faces, looking forward to another day SHARING his knowledge, a father gj- yCP teaches children about his electric guitar during the Young Children ' s Program (YCP) in Anthony-Seeger Hall. YCP was a semester-long program for juniors who majored in ■ ■-irlv rhilrliv lod pducation. n Orq c o o t3 Gemors 211 Army Stron J By Ariel Spengler When 6 a.m. rolled around, senior Chandler Moser and ju- nior Kristin Smith forgot about trying to squeeze in a few extra hours of sleep. For them and dozens of other Army Nursing majors, it was time for physical training. The course was known lovingly as PT, according to Moser. So why did they decide to take on the extra workload? I grew up as a military brat, said Smith. 1 always knew that 1 would one day pursue my own path in the military. Moser decided early on to join the Army ROTC, but it was only after speaking with his mother that he chose to major in nursing as well. The biggest influence in my decision was my mother, who is also a nurse, said Moser. Hearing her hospital stories growing up would both disgust and intrigue me. The nursing major was known for its heavy course load and grueling exams, so investing in an equally strenuous ROTC pro- gram was a big commitment. Army ROTC Cadets on a nursing scholarship have the added benefit of taking an already burdensome nursing major and piling on ROTC work on top of that, said Moser. We aren ' t just trained to become nurses; we are trained to become officers in the Army Nurse Corps, added Smith. We go through physical training, leadership labs and field training exercises. Army Nursing students were required to take all the same classes as nursing majors, as well as at least six additional military science credits per semester. They were also expected to attend PT three mornings per week. Summer train- ing courses were additional options. Smith planned to attend that summer ' s leader ' s training course held at Fort Knox in Kentucky. We learn to become excellent leaders, said Smith. The hard work did not end after graduation. Both Smith and Moser had high hopes for their futures: pass their National Council Licensure Examination and then be commissioned as Army Officers. From there, most fledgling nursing officers will spend the first year or two as a medical-surgical staff nurse in a large Army medical center, said Moser. It is a process not unlike what a civilian nurse would go through. Smith hoped to go to a Leadership Development and Assess- ment Course where she could graduate as a Second Lieutenant and be commissioned into active duty in the Army. ROTC nurses know they have a secure future for as long as they want to continue in the Army, said Moser It was a demanding four-year program with the university, but it was something they would recommend to other hope- fuls. Being a nursing major is strain enough on one ' s life emo- tionally, personally and physically, said Smith. But it is all achievable, and if it ' s what you want, it ' s worth it in the end. 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PljfX 32 forensic Uijckolo 232 HTH 3 : Pieom tim 23 u jm Tecknolom College 0 Inie raied Ga nce 8 Tecknolo ij 215 I The pa By Sarah Chain ■ East Side Developed in the early ' 90s as a response to Virginia ' s desire to address the rapid social and economic changes of the world and strengthen Virginia ' s leadership position among the states, the College of Integrated Science and Technology [CISAT) comprised professional programs that promoted interdisciplinary education to enhance the quality of life in the modern world. The three main goals of CISAT were commitment to an inter- disciplinary curriculum, emphasis on innovation and belief in the value of technology and professional preparation, according to its Web site. The college contained the departments of computer science, communication science and disorders, graduate psychology, health sciences, integrated science and technology, kinesiology, nursing, psychology and social work. Students and faculty within the college focused largely on im- proving society at local, national and international levels. CISAT International, a program that combined faculty and stu- dents, worked to develop a curriculum that prepared students for living and working in a global society by emphasizing the skills needed to thrive in a multicultural environment. Through the university ' s Lifelong Learning Institute, faculty taught non-credit classes to adults older than 50 years of age. There are no exams or grades in the courses, just a sharing with others in the interest of learning, according to Director Nancy Owens. Students were paired with adults to co-mentor children in the Shenandoah Valley through Generations Together, a program that worked to break down the stereotypes based on age. Founded on an innovative approach to education, CISAT encour- aged students to use creativity to seize the opportunities that arose at the university. Student projects ranged from developing a method to make solar energy a more affordable prospect for the general public to applying knowledge from psychology lectures to understand the state of mental health in Ghana — and using the information to help Ghanaians. Through research, international travel and commu- nity service, CISAT emphasized the growth of students as individuals in addition to the importance of academic knowledge, accomplishing its goal of educating students and preparing them to enter the professional world. SENIOR UndfjiP motivates senior citizens to exercise and stay active at Sunnyside Retirement Center. Sunnyside hosted an annual senior fitness testing program that PROMotion members attended. Photo courtesy of Kristen McGoldrick can ' s office Jerry Benson, Dean Rhonda Zingraff, Associate Dean Jonathan Spidel, Assistant Dean epartments Communication Sciences Disorders Computer Sciences Health Sciences Integrated Science Technology Kinesiology Nursing Psychology Social Work l KPWP??i P?P  ' CiSAT by the Numbers Most Popular Majors: Health Services Administration (838) Kinesiology (829] Psychology (787] Full-Time Undergraduates: 4,590 Part-Time Undergraduates: 133 HAVING completed a simulation, senior Casey Bloomfield discusses her actions with IVlarjorie Scheikl. Feedback from fellow students and professors allowed students to recognize their errors and find ways to correct them. Photo by Natalie Wall Genwrs2l7 % offering Opportunities Mm By Lianne Palmatier i In an era where multiple programs were developed to increase the daily activity of children and improve the overall health of youth, the importance of physical activity for every child was not overlooked. In Kinesiology 313: Adapted Physical Education [KIN 313), Pro- fessor Thomas Moran and his students worked with children with special needs to learn skills that they were less likely to pick up in regular gym programs. This program, Project CLIMB [Children Learning to Improve Movement Behaviors), was created to give the disabled students in our community the chance to participate in physical activity that was specifically designed for them, said senior Stephanie Hobeck. Each student was paired with a special needs child from the Harrisonburg area at W.H. Keister Elementary School. Through involvement in the program, the students not only taught the chil- dren, but also learned from them throughout the process. The class helped Hobeck decide what she wanted to do with her life. Hobeck applied and was accepted to graduate school at the University of Virginia, where she planned to study and work specifically with children who have disabilities. I met and befriended a little boy who changed my world, said Hobeck. He taught me so much more than I ' m sure I ever taught him, about life and being the best that you can be. The main purpose of this program was to give one- on-one attention to participating children that they would not be able to receive in a normal class. With a full physical education class, children did not always receive individualized attention. Project CLIMB was tailored to fit disabled children ' s needs to work on specific strengths and improve on weaknesses. Dr Moran is an inspiration, said senior Heather Shif- flett. The stories he shared with us in class opened my mind and made me realize that anything in life is possible. It is important to have a program like Project CLIMB available for students with disabilities. They PREPARING for physical activities, graduate student Meghan Wyka gets to l now children in Project CLIMB. Activities tool place at W.H. Keister Elementary School in Harrisonbrg. Wioio tou lesyu; Meghan Wyka need to be active just like anybody else. It was often harder for students with disabilities to find programs that suited their needs, because there were not as many programs available to them. Making this activity available led to several suc- cess stories and allowed students a glimpse into what their future careers might entail. I was a student who had very little experience getting involved with students with disabilities, said senior Andrew Camporeale. After being involved with Project CLIMB, I have gained a life- changing perspective on teaching and life in general. By the last day of the program, the students had made a friend and could see the progress made over the semester. On the final day of class, my student had an amazing day, said Shifflett. He worked harder than ever and stayed motivated the entire time. This was special because I was really able to see his progression from day one. A change in perspective was important to be successful in the program. Life-changing for both the students and children, the pro- gram contributed an added understanding to students ' lives. Senior John Parks agreed. Dr. Moran was an incredibly influen- tial and inspirational professor who showed us that physical limi- tations do not have to limit the effect that a person can have on another. 21 Classes Yasir Abdul-Rahman; Health Sciences; Stafford, Va. Alison Adler; Health Sciences; Fairfax Station, Va. Daniele Armstrong; Social Work; Harrisonburg, Va. Rebecca Ayers; Health Sciences; Richomond, Va. Clare Badgiey; Psychology; Reston, Va. Kacey Bardwell; Psychology; Sterling, Va. Elizabeth Bihn; CSD; Blue Bell, Pa. Martha Bilicki; Psychology; Alexandria, Va. Meaghan Bishop; CSD; Wantagh, N.Y. Stephen Blankenship; Athletic Training ; Virginia Beach, Va. Marielle Bonaroti; Health Sciences; Export, Pa. Laura Brady; Health Sciences; Herndon, Va. Fielding Brewbaker; Kinesiology; Salem, Va. Michelle Buddenhagen; Health Sciences; Chesapeake, Va. Brian Burk; ISAT; Annandale, Va. U Alyson Butler; CSD; Forest, Va. Melissa Carrithers; Dietetics; Newport News, Va. Tyler Carroll; Kinesiology; Winchester, Va. I B o pi •-$ O H o B CO O 3 lemor ' 21§ r 4 Tarin Carter; Kinesiology; Richmond, Va. Sarah Chappel; Geographic Science; Elkton, Va. Marissa Chiantella; Geographic Science; Leesburg, Va. Cari Clark; Health Sciences; South Boston, Va. Jamie Claytor; Psychology; Mt Sidney, Va. Christopher Collins; Kinesiology; Fairfax, Va. Nicole Cottone; Psychology; Middleton, Mass. Bryan Couch; Sports Management; Potomac Falls, Va. Kiara Cox; Kinesiology; Virginia Beach, Va. Renee Crutchfield; CSD; Harrisonburg, Va. Heather Cyphers; Nursing; Reading, Pa. Ashley Daniels; Health Sciences; Richmond, Va. Lauren Dawson; Health Sciences; Gretna, Va. Phillip Decker; Kinesiology; Danville, Va. Patricia Dejesus; Health Sciences; Clifton, Va. Morgan Dietrick; CSD; Ashland, Va. Andrea Dillon: Psychology; Springfield , Va. Benjamin Dolewski; Kinesiology; Setauket, N.Y. issei Out of the Box By Nicole Brigagliano Could you build a structure from playing cards that weighed 85 grams and could hold 900 pounds? Students in the Destination ImagiNation [DI] program could — and did. Destination ImagiNation was a worldwide nonprofit educational orga- nization that connected students from the elementary to the university levels through creative thinking. Each year, students competed against one another at regional, state and global competitions. Dl ' s whole idea is combining creative problem solving and critical thinking, said Elizabeth Armstrong, professor of Dl. Started at the university as a club in 2004, Dl became a course offered year-round shortly after Members of the class elected officers to lead alongside two professors, Jonathan Spindel and Armstrong. In the fall semester, students became familiar with the Dl format and learned instant challenges, group problems to be solved within five min- utes. In the spring, students formed teams and worked on their chosen central challenge, performed at competitions throughout the semester Each year, five central challenges were offered in categories including technical, theatrical, structural, improv and combo. All categories required teams to write a skit that related to the problem and perform the challenge in a short period of time. You form such an intensely close bond with your group members, said junior Kate Morris, who had taken Dl for two years. You form a unit. PREPARING to drop a baseball down a pipe, junior Katie Morris solves an assigned problem witin the five-minute time limit. Destination ImagiNation challenged its students in regional, state and global competitions. Photo by Caroline Blanzoco Between brainstorming, research, building sets and writ- ing scripts, groups met anywhere from three to 10 hours per week outside of class time during the spring semester Within four months, students were expected to complete a central challenge and familiarize themselves with Instant challenges. It ' s a lot about being able to look at multiple sides of a problem, said senior Laura Theobald. Theobald had been involved in Dl since middle school and helped the program at the university take shape. As an art major, Theobald believed one of the best parts was how Dl brought together all different majors. I get very isolated in the ' art land ' and it ' s nice to interact with people of different majors and concentrations, said Theobald. At competitions, the central challenge, worth 240 points, was ultimately what the teams spent most of their time on. Side trips, worth 60 points, provided an outlet for individuals within the group to showcase their own talents, including dancing, singing or playing a musical instrument. This organization is all about creativity and not being so afraid of putting yourself out there, said Theobald. And thinking outside the box. As the only university in Virginia to have a Dl program, the global competition was the highlight of the semester. Held annually at the University of Tennessee, globals enabled the university ' s Dl program to compete against other universities from around the world, including schools from British Columbia, Korea and Brazil. In last year ' s competition of more than 1,000 teams, the university ' s teams took home two second place finishes and a fourth place finish. Ultimately, Dl enabled students to develop leadership skills and think creatively. You explore the craziest of thoughts, said Theobald. You learn skills you can ' t learn in a classroom. KNEELING over, a student puts the finishing touches on his solution during a Destination ImagiNation meeting. The club was also a class that offered students one credit in the fall, and three credits in the spring. Photo by Caioline Blanzaco Geniors22l % g3 o c c OS 00 bO Environmental •v I I • By Sarah Chaii Education Wayne Teel, an environmental science professor at tlie university, was a living and breathing example of a man who created his own path. More than 30 years after beginning his study of the environ- ment, he remained involved with the growing ecological concerns present in our society today. A chemistry major in the early ' 70s, Teel chose the program be- cause there was no environmental science option at Seattle Pacific University (formerly Seattle Pacific]. After graduating, Teel joined forces with Mennonite Central Committee, a relief and develop- ment arm of the Mennonite Church. He worked in Sudan for two years teaching high school chemistry, and in Kenya for four years as an agroforestry teacher The book he authored based on his lec- tures, The Pocket Dictionary of Trees and Seeds in Kenya, sold well. We had to reprint it a couple of times, which is kind of surpris- ing, said Teel. 1 think it just met a demand that was there, and we just happened to tap into it. After graduate school and a return trip to Africa, Teel ended up involved with Eastern Mennonite University, and through a con- nection at James Madison University, taught one semester as a re- placement for a woman on maternity leave. When the woman left permanently, Teel was hired as a full-time professor in 2000. In the last decade, Teel had worked to implement a series of changes for the university and the surrounding area, most focused on sustainability and natural resource management. As an adviser to a handful of student projects each semester, Teel encouraged his students to use a hands-on approach to problems they encoun- tered in their research and implementation of their project. Learning about the environment is very interesting, but Dr. Teel has helped us make our ideas reality, said senior Bonnie Tang, who partnered with senior Nico Jaramillo to plant a for- est of 500 trees, bushes, perennials and herbaceous plants that would filter out storm water runoff from the new Rockingham Memorial Hospital buildings in Harrisonburg. He ' s a great pro- fessor to go to for environmental projects since he is particu- larly focused on the applied aspects of study, said Tang. As a member of the Campus Sustainability Commission, Teel also became involved with the Institute for Stewardship of the Natural World in hopes of using the landscape of the univer- sity ' s campus as an educational setting to promote ecological literacy. Teel believed the campus could be both environmen- CONDUCTINGan experiment, Professor Wayne Teel tests the ammonia in rainwater samples from the ISAT roof. The test would show the affects of increased ammonia in the Chesapeake Bay. Photo by Nalalic Wall tally sound and of educational value. His roots in agroforestry and his experiences in Kenya also heav- ily influenced the projects with which he was involved on campus. After coming across knowledge of Terra Preta, a type of soil in the Amazon that held a large amount of organic matter and nutrients for long periods of time, Teel set up a test study at the universi- ty with seniors Allison Avery and Caitlin Boyer, and junior Annie Cantrell. The students began testing the use of biochar, a method of using charcoal created from agricultural waste products and waste wood to enrich soil nutrition. Dn Teel gave us a lot of direction, education resources and help- ful hints, yet ultimately let us have freedom over the project, said Avery. It was a good balance between supervision and standing back in observation. Boyer agreed. He knows his stuff inside and out. He remained very involved, yet allowed us to design and carry out the plans. Although it had been nearly 15 years since Teel worked and re- search in Africa full time, he remained involved in projects in Kenya. I keep my toes in Africa too, a little bit, said Teel, referring to a student project involving three seniors who were researching a way to change cow manure into biogas that could be used as a re- frigeration system to cool the cow ' s milk and preserve it for sale. Our project has been hard to tackle because of its scope, but Dr. Teel ' s knowledge is incredibly broad, said senior Dan Levitt. He brings a great deal of experience from all around the world to the classroom, which is invaluable. Tang agreed. His main focus is to have us work, use our minds and to have all of us make a contribution to the community. Katherine Eaton; Psychology; Wilmington, Del. Raechel Eddy; Psychology; Sterling, Va. Theresa Egan; Psychology; Hockessin, Del. lennifer Eisenhart; Psychology; Baltimore, Md. |eri Emery; Health Sciences; Spotsylvania, Va. Morgan.Eppes; Health Sciences; King William, Va. Samantha Esnaola; Kinesiology; Fair Lawn, N.j. Krystle Fanzo; Athletic Training; Pittsburgh, Pa. Gale Feather; CSD; Fort Washington, Pa. Allison Forrest; Kinesiology; Chesapeake, Va. Porshia Foster; Psychology; Virginia Beach, Va. Christopher Frazier; Psychology; Charlottesville, Va. Julie Fry; Nursing; Gaithersburg, Md. Stephanie Gallagher; CSD; Westville, N.|. Maureen Gately; Dietetics; Catonsville, Md. Julie Gaven; CSD; Round Hill, Va. Chris Gesuald; Psychology; Wayne, N.J. Kayleigh Gomes; Psychology; Centreville, Va. i-n 3 o o C 5 ' eniors 723 Meaghan Gould; Health Sciences; Richmond, Va. Jamie Grandizio; Kinesiology; Baldwin, Md. Candice Gray; Social Work; King George, Va. Megan Gray; Kinesiology; Culpepper, Va. Candice Groseclose; Health Sciences Administration; Urbanna, Va. Jodee Gulaskey; Kinesiology; Export, Pa. Lauren GuUi; Nursing; Roanoke, Va. Jillian Hady; Health Sciences; York, Pa. Brittany Hamilton; Dietetics; Bridgewater, Va. Heather Hahn; Psychology; Ramsey, N.J. Victoria Hanneman; Nursing; Springfield, Va. Mesbaul Haque; Computer Science; New York, N.Y. I Catherine Harmon; Health Services Administration; Tappahannock, Va Benjamin Hein; Computer Science; Alexandria, Va. Margaret Hillery; Dietetics; Albany, N.Y. Jordan Hoffman; Social Work; Matthews, Va. Vi ' hitney Hulock; Health Sciences; Chesapeake, Va. Brittany Hurlock; Health Services Administration; Lignum, Va. r A -y- I I y - By Karlyn Williams • What s Your Sian? Faith Hill and Jennifer Hudson opened Superbowl XLIII singing America the Beautiful and The Star-Spangled Banner respective- ly. Off to the side of the small stage stood a woman rapidly moving her hands in time with the music, using sign language to allow the hearing impaired to participate in pre-game festivities. Although the interpreter was not a university alumna, students in Communication Sciences and Disorders 420: Introduction to Sign Language [CSD 420) could very well take her place on the football field in the future. Open to all majors, CSD 420 gave students hands- on experience to further understand the skills necessary to commu- nicate with the deaf culture in a dynamic group setting. While the usual instructor, Kate Belzner, was finishing up her Ph.D dissertation during the spring semester, graduate student Steven Kulsar was assigned to teach the two sections as a part of his gradu- ate assistantship through the audiology program. I won ' t lie, it was daunting to accept the task of teaching two class- es of students who really are my peers, said Kulsar. But after the first day 1 was settled. Kulsar had come up with his own teaching theory that if he could make the class laugh at least once during the class period, it was a success, and he would know the students were paying attention. Brenda Seal, a professor within the CSD program, assigned Kulsar to teach the course because of his knowledge and skills in American Sign Language [ASLJ. He practiced his skills throughout the com- munity by interpreting in religious and educational settings, as well as serving as a teaching assistant to Rachel Bavister, a deaf woman from Staunton who taught the Sign II class. I ' m pleased with the dedication and energy Steven has committed to his teaching so far, said Seal. I expect him to grow as a teacher. COLORS are the theme ot interim instructor Steven Kulsar ' ; classes he runs through the vocabulary for that day. CSD 420 allowed 70 students per section each semester, a much larger number than most language courses. Photo by Donovan Seow primarily because he has that desire to be successful. Unlike other language courses, which had a more intimate setting, CSD 420 had a cap of 70 students per section. The large class size generally had no effect on the students, so long as they could see what Kulsar was signing. For Kulsar, however, the tricky assignment was how to give the expressive quizzes to each of the 140 students individually. [The expressive quizzes] seem the most intimidating because of the one-on-one interaction with the instructor, said junior Christi [ohnson. Others found the final presentation overwhelming, where stu- dents worked in groups of three to five people to develop a cooking show, song or other speech that was preapproved by Kulsar. Then they signed their performances in front of the class. The final project seems challenging because you have to memo- rize the entire presentation and successfully interpret the song or whatever by using at least 50 different signs per person, said ju- nior Hollie Dudrow. It ' s a lot of requirements. The most challenging for the majority of the students was finger- spelling. It was one thing to know the alphabet, but another to be able to recognize the patterns when decoding a word. Dudrow and Johnson both said the easiest part was the ability to remember certain signs because they looked similar to what they represented. For Kulsar, the ability to sign the same concept many different ways in order for the receiver to understand the message was the easiest part. This is how I really learned to sign, said Kulsar It wasn ' t through classes, it was by putting myself in situations where I had to communicate effectively. SPELLING out words during Introduction to Sign Language, interim instructor Steven Kulsar signs the letter A . For the class ' final project, the students had to memorize a presentation and interpret a song. Photo by Donovan Seow n ?r Crq ft) Crq su n 3 o Crq Genlors 223 _o o c H u u c a; G -o re i- bO OJ o o u By Sarah Chain | I Practice Makes Perrect Duke Dog was famous. Most students had visited the James Madison statute on the Quad and Big lim on East Campus. A Dui e family most students had not met, however, included Simon, Similena and Simetta, the high-fidelity patient simulators used by students in the nursing program. Simon and Similena were really one in the same — an adult patient simulator with anatomically correct changeable parts — but both the adult and infant high-fidelity patient simulators had a motherboard inside, and were fully programmable. They changed physiologically in response to a student ' s actions, making them excellent teaching tools. One of the main ways that nursing education is evolving is by using technology, in particular high-fidelity simulators, to enhance l earning, said Professor Jamie Lee. [The simulators] provide a realistic learning environment which has a cause and effect component that mimics real practice. Bought as part of a Health Resources and Services Administration [HRSA) grant five years ago, fall semester was the first time both the two high-fidelity and two mid-fidelity simulators were used to their full capacity. Prior to this year, they were only used as static mannequins. Learning how to operate equipment and develop scenarios is very time consuming, said Monty Gross, an associate professor in the nursing program. The company that created and sold the simulators offered an annual two-day programming course so instructors could learn to program the simulators. Although the program ' s goal was to use the simulators in the nursing fundamentals course taken by sophomores, as of the spring semester the nursing students only used the high-fidelity patient simulators in their senior year, according to nursing instructor Marjorie Scheikl. Juniors practiced simulations with the CIRCLED around instructor Marjorie Scheikl, students learn how to administer a proper IV both quickly and carefully. Nursing majors later used their newly learned skills and applied them using the patient simulators. Photo by Natalie Wall mid-fidelity adult and infant scrubs on, senior Whitney Lynch looks over her infant high-fidelity simulator, while in a task-oriented manner. senior Jaclyn Levis reads her directions. The Here ' s VOUr patient this university purchased the simulators as a part of the Health Resources and Services is what ' s going on, you need Administration grant. Photo by Natalie Wall to Start an IV, you need to get a catheter in, explained Scheikl. Senior level simulations required more critical thinking, such as ' This is what ' s going on, what do you do first, ' according to Scheikl. As the university began accepting more nursing students to adjust to the rising shortage of nurses in the medical field, issues arose in area hospitals concerning space for students ' clinical experiences. Patients don ' t stay as long at hospitals either, and we cannot guarantee certain clinical experiences for nursing students, said Scheikl. Using the simulation lab helps, number one, to relieve some of the clinical space we ' re looking for, but it also guarantees that our students are going to be exposed to particular patient- case scenarios. Audio-visual equipment recorded the sessions, which allowed students to debrief and review with one another and their instructors after the simulation was completed. During the debriefing, the professor gives us observations and instructions so we learn, said senior Ashley Renkes. Simulations are about making mistakes so we don ' t do the same with a live patient. Lee reiterated the point. As we all know, when we make errors, we remember them better than when we perform correctly. Student responses to the simulators were generally positive, according to the professors who used them often. Students usually say that they feel more prepared for patient care than they did prior to the simulation, said Lee. According to Gross, students asked for more opportunities to work with the simulators in new scenarios. The greatest benefit, according to Lee, was that students act like they are enjoying their learning. 226 CUsses Margaret Inge; Health Sciences; Blackstone, Va. Kristin Innes; Health Sciences; Wall, N.J. Will |acob; Kinesiology; Chesapeake, Va. Evan Jacobs; Computer Science; Roanoke, Va. Reece Johnson; ISAT; Toano, Va. Kacie Johnston; Psychology; Ellicot City, Md. Nick Kale; Kinesiology; Duxbury, Mass. Rebecca Kaye; Dietetics; North Merrick, N.Y. Paula Keough; Health Services Administi-ation; Powhatan, Va. Anasa King; Psychology; Virginia Beach, Va. Brenton Kohler; Computer Science; Midlothian, Va. Jamie Koslosky; Health Sciences; Yardley, Pa. Jeffrey Kuhland; Kinesiology; Forest, Va. Sean Lavi ' rence; Computer Science; Boones, Va. Pamela Lopchinsky; Health Sciences; Westchester, Pa. Allison Lorenzi; CSD; Chantilly, Va. Kristin Lovallo; Psychology; Old Greenwich, Conn. Carissa Lynch; Social Work; Winchester, Va. Qrq o CO Qrq r-t O V) iMior 22 ' Tracey Lytle; Health Sciences; Alexandria, Va. Christopher Magno; Psychology; Hanover Township, N.). Stephanie Mandra; Health Sciences; Bloomfieid, N.|. Candice Manning; CSD; Salem, Va. Eva Martinez; Kinesiology; Annandale, Va. Christine Mason; Psychology; Alexandria, Va. Erin Mathews; Health Sciences; White Post, Va. Allen Maxey; Health Sciences; Chester, Va. Stephanie Miller; Nursing; King George, Va. Genna Molina; Dietetics; Woodcliff Lake, N.J. Jennifer Molinaro; Health Sciences; Manasquan, N.j. Katherine Moroz; Health Sciences; Warminster, Va. Kaitlyn Neckar; Nursing; Manassas, Va. Jenna Nelson; Health Sciences; Manakin Sabot, Va. Nadia Nowzadi; Health Sciences; Manassas, Va. Sean O ' Laughlin; Nursing; Midlothian, Va. John Parks; Kinesiology; Williamsburg, Va. Jessica Paul; Health Sciences; Virginia Beach, Va. I y Nicole Brigagliano lead the Pack You make a difference was written across the white board in Taylor 306. That was the quote Mark Warner, senior vice president of Stu- dent Affairs, wrote at the beginning of each class. It was not something that was talked about, but it was something that the students thought about each Tuesday afternoon, setting the scene for Health 439: Lead- ership (HTH 4393. Offered once a semester, HTH 439 filled up with students almost instantly. The course began at the university 18 years ago, and Warner had taught it for 15 of those years. The class was composed of 40 students from a variety of majors, ranging from finance to art. Some people in the class 1 have known all four years, some I ' m in organizations with and others 1 haven ' t had the opportunity to know and I ' m excited that this course will give me that opportunity, said senior John Nettles. Each week, groups of students did 30-minute presentations on differ- ent topics. Topics ranged from mentoring to customer senice, all of which were related to leadership. These group presentations allowed for what Warner called candid discussion, resulting in the openness of the students. With his strong passion for leadership, HTH 439 enabled Warner to pass along his ideas to others. I want to give them leadership tools that they ' ll be able to use immediately and tools that will service them for a lifetime, said Warner Senior Jesse Wright had been looking forward to the class since his sophomore year. The content of this class is applicable all the time, said Wright. But the content was not the only aspect that drew Wright into taking the course. Ha ing Warner as a professor was an important con- dition. Warner ' s personality was magnetic, accord- WARNER demonstrates his new eyes ' philosophy to the students. Each class was started by sharing adventures and new experiences from the week before. Photo ccunesy of Layne Johnson ing to Wright. It ' s like getting new batteries ever ' time you go to class. When you see him you can ' t help but be in- spired, said Wright. For Warner and students alike, HTH 439 was not a course; it was an e.xperience. It ' s based on creating a community in a classroom setting, said Warner. It ' s very interactive in nature. Warner hoped that by the end of the course, students would have learned how important their leadership was in the world and to their friendships. He also hoped that his students would live out their own mission statements that each of them had created at the beginning of the semester. It ' s a vigorous but fun learning environment, said Warner It ' s absolutely the highlight of my week. SENIORS Jared Laser and iary Stetson present to the class on priority management. The class was split up into groups of four to do consulting presentations for the rest of the class. Pholo courtesy of Tora Rife Seniors 229 o E _E u tu u c QJ QJ T jj ' By Caitlin Harrison Mapping ItOut Ever thought that learning to read and create an official map would land you a job within the government? Students and grad- uates in the geographic science program at the university had a wealth of opportunities to work in certain parts of the govern- ment, such as the CIA or the State Department. The geographic science program had three concentrations: Ap- plied Geographic Information Science (AGIS], Environmental Conservation, Sustainability and Development [ECSD] and Global Studies. Students in the AGIS concentration were able to get jobs with the government and CIA, while others were able to secure jobs work- ing with the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA]. ECSD ma- jors were educated in land planning and resource conservation. Students were able to get jobs with government agencies like the EPA, the U.S. Forest Service and the National Park Service. With a degree in global studies, students prepared for jobs within the State Department and for service jobs like the Peace Corps. I chose to become a geographic science major because 1 love the outdoors, being in it and using it correctly, said junior James Lee. 1 love learning about the Earth and solving problems and inter- preting imagery to make a difference. There ' s so much out there to solve, and I want to be able to take part in that. All geographic science students were required to take a core of 14 to 17 credits of geography, with classes like physical geography, thematic cartogra- phy and cultural geography. Sophomore Wesley McGrew took a memorable and unexpectedly fun global food production class. I took the class on kind of a whim; 1 thought tak- ing a farming class was actually kind of funny, said McGrew. But after the first day I knew the class was going to be awesome. The class used geography to look at farming tech- niques all over the world and find alternatives and solutions for economically viable, and environmen- tally friendly farming. STANDING at the front of the room. Professor Henry Way leads a cultural geography class. Demographic change and diversity of language were two concepts covered in the course. Photo by Natalie Wall The class was so inspirational that 1 spent the following summer working on an eco- friendly farm, said McGrew. A double major in environmental studies and geographic science, McGrew hoped to eventually get a few internships before trying to find a permanent job. With a degree in geographic science, students were able to ques- tion problems in the environment within both urban and rural areas. I hope to find a job where 1 can be making a positive effort at using the most potential our Earth can give us to help solve the problems that we as humans are trying to fix, whether that may be in conservation work, geographic information systems or govern- ment work, said Lee. 250 Classes Brittney Pearce; Health Sciences; Emporia, Va. Alexander Pennine; Computer Science; Basking Ridge, N.|. David Peyser; Heaitii Sciences; Lake Grove, N.Y. ChanteJ] Phillips; ISAT; Staunton, Va. Brian Picknally; Kinesiology; Oreland, Pa. John Pierce; Psychology; Alexandria, Va. Matthew Portner; Psychology; Virgina Beach, Va. Whitney Powell; CSD; Elkton, Va. Sophia Rarhai; Nursing; Alexandria, Va. Kirk Richardson; Athletic Training Education; Salem, Va. Megan Ridgeway; Kinesiology; Richmond, Va. AnnMarie Riggleman; Social Work; Harrisonburg, Va. jordon Robinson: Kinesiology; Woodstock, Va. Ashley Rolley; Psychology; Woodbridge, Va. Brittany Russell; Health Sciences; Parksley, Va. Kacey Sax; Psychology; Mt. Laurel, N.]. Heather Schifflett; Kinesiology; Greene County, Va. Maria Schoen; Nursing; Rochelle, Va. ro i o fD I C ) o o fD t3 Q o Crq I— ' • o CO o ft) o fD O Qrq Gemors 2 ■D1 Wliitney Scott; Athletic Training Education; Charlottesville, Va. Dara Silbert; CSD; Crownsville, Md. Ashley Smith; Health Sciences; Alexandria, Va. Ashley Smith; Health Sciences; Alexandria, Va. ng iit I I Kiera Smith; Communication Studies; Westwood, N.j. Jonathan Spiker; Computer Science; Harrisonburg, Va. Sarah Sprouse; CSD; Ashland, Va. Kendall Stagaard; Psychology; Chatham, N.j. I Meagan Stanford; Health Seivices Administi ' ation; Vii-ginia Beach, Va Maggie Stark; Psychology; Honolulu, Hawaii lessica Stepien; Kinesiology; Manassas, Va. Shaun Stever; Kinesiology; Falls Church, Va. George Strangos; Athletic Training; Hillsborough, N.j. Chrysta Terenzi; Health Sciences; Huntington, Va. Casey Terrell; Social Work; Richmond, Va. Emily Thomas; ISAT; Mukilteo, Wash. Rebecca Thomas: CSD; Gaithersburg, Md. Emily Thompson; Dietetics; Schnecksville, Pa. Stephanie Tigue; Psychology; Flemington, N.j. Elizabeth Toms; Psychology; Philadelphia, Pa. • By Jen Beers | m jr J Criminal Minds Despite television ' s emphasis on DNA testing and other sci- entific tests in solving crimes, there was more to a crime inves- tigation than time spent in a lab. In Pyschology 312: Forensic Psychology (PSYC 312], taught by Professor JoAnne Brewster, students learned the psychological processes outside scientific investigations. There were no labs associated with PYSC 312. In- stead, the class was devoted to understanding the study of crime and law that went along with an investigation. Forensics was relatively new to the study of psychology. The class focused on topics that were crucial to investigating a crime, including jury selection, victimology, eyewitness testimony, child victims and testimony, types of crimes and criminals, serial kill- ers, and legal requirements of expert witnesses. The nature of psychology is to be very research-oriented, said senior Jessica Raines, a former tutor for the course. Forensic psy- chology used the scientific method to study crime and the law by exploring the causes and effects related to an investigation. Senior Erin Ovitt said, The class focuses on how psychology has a role in our justice system, so it was really about law and psychology. Students were taught how to evaluate claims and make sure they were based on sound reasoning. The effect of the public ' s opinion towards trials, criminals and crimes were studied as well. It assumes that the students have little previ- ous knowledge about the court system, so the class is taught emphasizing how the system works, said Ovitt. Most students who took the class were psychology majors with a criminal justice minor but it was open for non-psychology ma- jors as well. Brewster taught the course through lectures and PowerPoint presentations, along with movie clips relevant to the current discussion. Guest speakers were also popular, in- cluding members of the Air Force Office of Special Investigation or former students who had spent time working in prisons as counselors. Students interested in forensics psychology had many career opportunities to look into after graduation. Psychological re- searchers could act as expert witnesses on topics ranging from the reliability of an eyewitness testimony to the mental state of a defendant. Forensic psychologists performed evaluations used for competency to stand trial and for insanity competency. Other possible careers included counseling for prisoners. Through the course, students learned to link theories of human behavior and human nature with science, further increasing the chance that future crime investigations could be so lved success- fully. STUDENTS of Professor Brewster listen intently to her lecture. Photo by Natalie Wall Genwrs 233 % Healthy Hahits J By Jen Beers Peers Reaching Others Through Motion [PRO- Motion) was a volunteer organization made up of about 20 active University Recreation Center [UREC] group fitness instructors. The group fitness instructors involved with PRO- Motion encouraged a healthy lifestyle through programs that promoted wellness and fitness. PROMotion focused on emotional and social wellness and healthy lifestyles, according to senior Alison Stamper. In order to achieve this wellness, the PROMotion staff stressed the im- portance of balance in a person ' s life, both so- cial and personal. Seniors Stephanie Garrett and Kristen McGol- drick, co-presidents of PROMotion, set up pro- grams at retirement communities and schools. Contacts associated with the organization included Sunnyside Retirement Community and schools such as John Wayland Elementary LEADING a children ' s aerobic School, Plains Elementary School and Harrisonburg High School. class, senior Alison Stamper promotes the development Sports teams and Greek organizations also took advantage of PROMotion. In addition, PROMotion of a healthy lifestyle at a local could be found at a Variety of booth fairs and fundraisers such as Kids ' Night Out, a weekly program elementary school. PROMotion o j r o members worked with people across America that provided kids with a safe and healthy environment. of all different ages. j „g(- gj., gyetnt Started, instructors began with icebreakers to set up a warm and friendly environ- MeganMon ment for the group. Participants then chose among yoga, kickboxing and aerobics. They ended with a social or personal wellness portion consisting of a game or lesson. To become involved in PROMotion, a student had to first be a UREC employee. More than half of the UREC staff took an inter- est in joining PROMotion. Getting involved with PROMotion has given me a great outlet to give back and to also learn about my own life, said senior Jessica Myers. We have a great time putting programs together, and more importantly, building rela- tionships with some wonderful people inside and outside the organization. Members worked hard to make a difference in people ' s lives locally and globally. Whether it was traveling to the Bahamas each year to lead programs at an elementary school in Nassau, or running programs in Harrisonburg, PROMo- gf i tion helped its members grow as individuals while helping others. ' LISTENING ' is the name of the game as group fitness instructors work with children in UREC during Kids ' Night Out. The event was an opportunity for the children to climb the rock wall, go swimming and do arts and crafts. 23H CUG es Matthew Troum; Health Sciences; Ocean View, N.| Allison Tiuglio; ISAT; Franklin Square, N.Y. Shelby Trumble; Health Sciences; Rockville, Va. Paul Tucker; Computer Science; Virginia Beach, Va. I effrey Turner; ISAT; Prafftown, N.C. Diana Van Hook; Health Sciences; Williamsburg, Va. Alexandra Vanaman; ISAT; Waliingford, Pa. Christina Vandenber ; Athletic Training Education; State College, Pa. Larissa Via; Geographic Science; Bristol, Va. Lauren Wails; Health Sciences; Berlin, N.]. Melissa Walls; CSD; Harrisonburg, Va. Katherine Waybright; Nursing; Richomond, Va. Matthew Wetherbee; Kinesiology; Marlblehead, Mass. Whitney White; Psychology; Centreville, Va. Shane Whitehead; Kinesiology; Annville, Pa. Tara Widgins; Health Sciences; Chesapeake, Va. Kayla Williams; Dietetics; Lynchburg, Va. Danielle Willox; Kinesiology; Stevensville, Md. Kelly Workman; Psychology; Harrisonburg, VA Marie Zambeno; Psychology; New Castle, Del. H 1-4 o N B cr fD o H CX) O o 3 ' oeniors 233 .. A yfe ' feHS£ i acr -imni B - S ' rii-i  - C mL ' ?? ' I w ' ' ' ' ' k , «P . 1 r: 1 Photo by Natalie Wall CH£m 3Hh3H2: lence empties Coll Qe 0 Gdence 8 7Y[ ikematics 231 | Method -| jr T By Sarah Chain totheMadness Housing the departments of biology, chemistry, geology and envi- ronmental science, mathematics and physics, the College of Science and Mathematics (CSM) provided ample opportunities for more than 1,000 students to get their hands dirty. With undergraduates working towards employment in research, industry, education and government, CSM promoted active learning experiences and collab- orative research programs with faculty. CSM also offered secondary education programs in biology, chemis- try, mathematics and physics, encouraging students to combine their passions for math and the sciences with an eagerness to teach others. Students interested in pursuing a degree in secondary education got a head start through the Science and Math Learning Center, a tutorial facility that employed more than 20 undergraduate students to assist students in their application and mastery of the concepts found in first-year math and science courses, according to its Web site. Every day we have students come in confused about what they are learning, said junior Teri Swinson, a tutor at the center. Sometimes they just need a little extra explanation, but more often, they need support that they can do math. Most understand how to do it, but they do not believe in their own capabilities. The college also continued its participation in the National Science Foundation ' s Research Experiences for Undergraduates, a summer research program for students studying in the fields of science, engineering and mathematics. Working in groups of two under a faculty mentor, undergraduates spent eight weeks in June and July researching concepts ranging from organic chemistry to number theory to molecular biology. We stress learning science by doing science, said David Brak- ke, dean of CSM. In the physics department, faculty and students witnessed the opening of the John C. Wells Planetarium to the pub- lic in the fall. Located in Miller Hall, the planetarium offered free shows on Saturdays during the academic year Twenty-minute films were followed by a short talk that provided visitors with information about constellations, planets and comets that may have been visible at that time. Whether the college was interacting with the com- munity or developing the scientists and mathemati- cians of tomorrow, collaboration between students and faculty was key. We deliver quality instruction in small class sizes, said Brakke, where faculty are committed to excel- lence in undergraduate education, information compile from jmu.edu catalog 08 a 8 V i « Dean ' s Office David Brakke, Dean Judith Dilts, Associate Dean Robert Hanson, Assistant Dean Micliael O ' Neill, Technology Coordinator Brenda Barker, Adminstrative Assistant epartments Biology Chemistry Geology Mathematics Physics CSM by the Most Popular Majors: Biology (821) Chemistry [171) Mathematics (150) Full-Time Undergraduates: 1,256 Part-Time Undergraduates: 45 KNEELING 50 he can see the graduated cylinder at eye-level, a student measures the appropriate amount in his organic chemistry lab. Chemistry was often a student ' s most difficult course in his or her undergraduate career. Photo by Kim Lofgren n Qrq ft) n I — ' ■ o ft) SD n ' C ) Pernors 239 ' | Next Generation By Lianne Palmatie CO OS £ 4—1 o3 u u ADJUSTMENTS are made to part of a catapult by engineering students in preparation for their final launch as part of the Duke Dog Fling. Problem solving was only one of the objectives of the engineering program. Photo courtesy of Kenan Picasa To meet the demands of maintaining the educational environ- ment and staying competitive among other Virginia colleges and universities, the academic roster was expanded to include an engi- neering program focused on sustainability. The program w as run under the School of Engineering, separate from the other six col- leges within the university. Sustainability is something that we as a global society need to focus on before we jeopardize our planet, said freshman Peter Epley. An engineering degree will help me to have the skills to de- sign some of the technologies of tomorrow and keep myself mar- ketable in today ' s job market. With a broader approach than rival programs, the Bachelor of Science degree encompassed traditional engineering training as well as business and communication skills. The class of 2012 was the first to be admitted in the introductory year, with plans for tak- ing transfer students in 2010. JMU has been growing for many years now and in order to stay competitive with the other Virginia universities, I think jMU need- ed to add an engineering degree, said Epley. While the program is very new, I believe it has a lot of poten- tial to compete with UVA and Virginia Tech because of its non-traditional approach and focus. The non-conventional approach suited the new students, who were anxious to pursue the new major. 1 have always been good at mathematics and science, said freshman Stefan Jobe. When 1 was young somebody told me that I would make a perfect engineer because I am good with putting things together. A base in mathematics and science was important, but the program also focused largely on the future and how the field was developing. Engineering as a degree is changing, said freshman Michelle Beatty. The old engineering curriculum is being revised to incorporate communication and business. [As a new program], jMU can make the best, most updated program available without hav- ing to worry about university politics. With plans for the program in constant development, students and faculty of the new school had the opportunity to explore possibilities such as adding an option to minor in engineering and in- clusion of real-world implementation, which would prepare students for the Fundamentals of Engineering pre-licen- sure exam. I believe this program is going to be the cutting-edge school everyone looks to as a model, said Beatty. SPECTATORS watch as engineering students and instructors catapult a stuffed Duke Dog over the festival lawn. The engineering program focused on creativity and life-long learning, rtiolo : Kenan Picasa 2H0 CUsses David Berry 111; Chemistry; Norfolk, Va. Kelly Beyer; Mathematics; Manassas, Va. Joy Binda; Geology; Manorville, N.Y. Gina Costanzo; Mathematics; Manassas, Va. Lisa Derosa; Geology; Basking Ridge, N.J. John Drakejr; Biology; Richmond, Va. Gina Fredericks; Biology; Wanaque, N.j. Karl Gorzelnik; Biology; Fairfax, Va. Lynn Grubb; Statistics; Chesapeake, Va. Kerri Guth; Biology; Herndon, Va. Cindy Gutierrez; Biology; Fairfax, Va. Jennifer La; Mathematics; Harrisonburg, Va. Lauren Lindros; Mathematics; Harrisonburg, Va. Brittany Lorenti; Biology; Trumbull, Conn. Molly McHarg; Mathematics; Fairfax Station, Va. Jackie Milam; Mathematics; Penn Laird, Va. Elizabeth Napoda; Biology; Fairlawn, N.J. Sheila Ngongbo; Biology; Fairfax, Va. 3 OQ O o t—  • O OQ mmimmsm or) u o 13 I I Andrew Owen; Biology; Williamsburg, Va. Beth Quinton; Mathematics; Stafford, Va. Dena Restaino; Biology; Randolp, N.J. Courtney Sullivan; Biology; Massapequa Park, N.Y. Quang Iran; Biology; Centreville, Va. Lok-Kun Tsui; Physics; Richmond, Va. Aaron Vitiello; Biology; Richmond, Va. Daniel Wilberger; Physics; White Post, Va. Ryan Wilding; Mathematics; Herndon, Va. Allen Wolford |r; Biology; Harrisonburg, Va. ■! GATHERING supplies for an experiment, sophomores Amy Merrill and Melissa Reitano measure out their chemicals. Students worked in great detail, applying what they learned in lectures during their lab periods. h ' hnic ' b kirn infqien I !« jj- • -w- By Casey Smith | | Mission Impossible Chemistry 341-342: Organic Cliemistry [CHEIVI 341-342) became a deal breai er for many students. Required for chemistry and biology majors and students hoping to start a career in the field of medicine, the two-part class was offered during the fall, spring and summer and proved frustrating for many students. Many of my friends did not pass the class and decided to switch majors or concentrations, said junior Rose DiPeppi. Organic chemistry was not a requirement for health science majors, but DiPeppi had to take it as a pre-professional re- quirement. She passed both parts the first time around. It was amazing to see the amount of people start the se- mester and then see how many were left at the end, said se- nior Theresa Decoursey. It was also interesting to see the turnover rate between semesters. Decoursey passed the first part and had to retake the second part, like many other students. Students were not sure what to expect when they began the course, which increased the high dropout rate. Organic was more interesting than general chemistry, said DiPeppi. However, it was a lot of memo- rization and thinking outside of the box. It was not as math-based and you had to be able to use bits of everything you learned to make a final project. Even if students arrived in class with a wide range of knowledge in the field of chemistry, the pace of the course and the amount of information presented in such a short time period overwhelmed many students. Everyone struggled. said senior Danny Dales. Most of the class got too behind. Dales did not pass his first time around, but re- took both parts in the summer and said he found it easier to con- centrate on the material without the distraction of other classes. With so much to cover in so little time, students had to find the most efficient way to study after being in class for two and a half hours per week. 1 spent two hours a day studying and before tests I would study for about 25 hours, said DiPeppi. The dry erase boards in the library were amazing for group study sessions. The best study method was to get a group of people together to study and work through problems. Also, my teacher gave me problem sets each week that really helped and prepared me for the tests. Flashcards were essential in this class, said Dales. 1 also grouped similar concepts onto big note sheets which helped too. 1 also bought an organic chemistry study book. 1 used the ' Organic Chemistry Demystified ' book and it helped immensely. Although some students found the course nearly impossible, with a lot of work and persistence, students made it through. The class also proved to others that biology or chemistry just was not the major for them. No matter how hard you work, you may not get the grade you want, said DiPeppi. However, if you push yourself really hard and don ' t let a grade put you down, the class is possible. SAFETY glasses on, sophomores Elizabeth Hubbard and Amy Merrill review their notes near the end of class. Organic chemistry was a six-credit course that lasted two semesters. Photo by Kim Lofgren n Crq C 5 o n CD 9p ri- r-t- n ' C ) Geniors 2H3 Photo by Natalie Wall 2HH Classes rHEA 333: Cosiixme VesiQn 2 of VisiAd rforminQ Arts ColieQe 0 V ' LSiAd P r ormmQ Arts 2 | Talent I By Joanna Brenner Snow The College of Visual and Performing Arts [CVPA] emphasized artistic expression as an integral part of a college student ' s ca- reer, with degrees in art, art history, music, theatre and dance. With 1,124 undergraduate students, the college fostered close friendships among classmates. I love being part of the CVPA because I get to be a part of such a tight-knit group, said sophomore Bria Jahrling. The girls I dance with aren ' t just my classmates and my friends... they ' re like my family. According to its Web site, the college aimed for its students to support cultural, aesthetic and intellectual diversity and to fos- ter interdisciplinary exchange. A brand new performing arts center was also under construc- tion, to be completed in 2010. The new building would add complete, world-class facilities to the college, according to its Web site. The School of Art and Art History offered degrees in studio art, graphic design, interior design, industrial design, art education and art history. The Madison Art Collection gallery, located in the Festival Conference and Student Center, contained more than 3,000 art and cultural objects from the Neolithic era through the 20th century, and was only one of the four art galleries provided for students in the school. Students in the School of Music could study brass, piano, strings, voice, woodwinds, jazz, ensembles, music education, musicolo- gy enthnomusicology, music industry and theory composition. While the Music Building on the Quad, which opened in 1989, ■ was the central facility for the advancement of musical educa- tion, the new performing arts center would also house a large ensemble rehearsal hall, as well as addi- tional practice rooms, classrooms and of- fice space, according to its Web site. Due to its small size, the CVPA made teach- er student relationships more personal, which made the learning environment more constructive for many students. The dance program faculty really know us personally and are important not only as teachers, but as mentors, said senior liana Burger They take real personal interest in our lives and our futures, and their one-on- one guidance is invaluable. information mm- l)iledfrom jmu.edu caiutoy 08 C Dean ' s office George Sparks, Dean Marilou Johnson, Associate Dean Nancy Gray, Administrative Assistant msm epartments Art Art History Music Theatre Dance Majors: Art (502) Music (410) Theatre Dance (181) Full-Time Undergraduates: 1,080 Part-Time Undergraduates: 44 COOLING off metals in the sink, students prepare to create their projects in ART 225: Beginning Metal and Jewelry. Students were assigned three major projects: an arm piece, an ear piece and a ring. Photo ' oioheWoll n Orq rb o C n 3 Qrq Gemors 2H7 Dressinq the Part By Katie Thisdell Designing a costume was not just about putting cl othes on an ac- tor. Designers researched everything about a show, from the time period to a character ' s motivation and personality. Theatre 333: Costume Design (THEA 333) taught students the intricacies in- volved in this research. It is kind of a combination of a studio art class; a literature class, since we ' re analyzing te.xt; and then lots of psychology to learn about characters, explained Professor Pam Johnson. The course, limited to 15 students, was offered once a yean While students did not build costumes in the course, they learned every- thing about designing costumes for any type of performance. Johnson emphasized how important collaboration was in theatre, with costume design just one piece of the larger art form. The costume that is worn by the actor has to allow the actor to function and serve the character, it has to serve the director ' s con- cept, and then it is in front of something that someone else designs, standing in light that someone else designs, said Johnson. The course began by comparing fashion and design. Students then examined basic design principles like color theory. Johnson also taught drawing techniques so even students without an art back- ground could design. I don ' t really consider myself an artist in the drawing and painting sense, said senior Brittanny Krause. But Pam would have us turn in sketches every other week to improve our drawing skills, which really comes in handy when you want to sketch out rough designs and silhouettes for projects that you ' re working on. An important part of the course was researching scripts, history, characters and other aspects of performances. This makes the course more theoretical, but the goals are to make students really appreci- ate the complex- ity and subtle- ties that go into design, and re- ally make them keener observ- ers of their own world, said Johnson. DISPLAYING their costume sketches for their peers to critique, junior Kristen Siegert and senior Lauren Ramsey, tack up their designs. Ideas for sketches originated from aspects including a character ' s personality, the era of the show and the setting of the scene. Photo by Natalie Wall Senior Anna Neubert took the course in the spring of 2007. The class was a lot of work, I ' ll say that first, Neubert said. But it was fun! Half the course was about figure drawing and working with water- colors, while the other part was reading scripts. For example, how to interpret what the playwright provides through the text about what the character is wearing, said Neubert. Sometimes they come right out and say ' What a lovely blue dress you ' re wearing, Lily. ' But other times you have to decide what they would likely be wearing depending on their personality, as well as the season, the situation, the wealth, etc. Using what they had learned, students then adapted a play to an- other setting. They used well-known actors to develop the project. The projects were fun and creative, said Neubert. Our final proj- ect was a production of ' Twelfth Night, ' but our imaginary cast was the characters of Pierce Brosnan, Halle Barry, Liam Neeson and Owen Wilson. It was really challenging, but loads of fun. Krause added that this hypothetical production was a great thing to have in your portfolio. Neubert believed the skills in the course would help her future ca- reer. It ' s hard to watch a play or movie now without trying to figure out the designer ' s motivations for their color choices and costume designs, she said. The course helped both Krause and Neubert, who designed cos- tumes for plays at the university. Though Krause said the February production of Ubu Roi at Theatre II had many characters, she used skills from Johnson ' s class to design their costumes. To be a costume designer you really have to have a high apprecia- tion for theatre and a com- J M plete understanding of the 7 show you ' re working for, she said. 2 6[ 55 5 Margaret Bavolack; Theatre And Dance; Rockville, Va. |ared Bookbinder; Music; Springfield, Va. Gillian Bowman; Studio Art; Ruckersville, Va. Catherine Gresham; Art History; Ladysmith, Va. I ' layne Harris; Music; Fredericksburg, Va. Krica Hays; Studio Art; French Creek, W.Va. Addison Howell; Music; Williamsburg, Va. Laura Hurley; Art History; Marchfield, Mass. Anne Lindsay; Studio Art; Charlottesville, Va. Jessica Maggi; Studio Art; Sterling, Va. Michael Miragliotta; Music; Bridgewater, N.|. Klizabeth Morgan; Music; Harrisonburg, Va. Ryan O ' Donnell; Studio Art; Clifton, Va. Susan Pearce; Art History; Winchester, Va. Sheri Powell; Studio Art; Centreville, Va. Meredith Schultz; Music Education; Farmingville, N.Y. Jacqueline Stader; Studio Art; Springfield, Va. Audrey Stiebel; Studio Art; Mechanicsville, Va. 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Patrick White; Music Industry; Falls Church, Va. to o H X to CO • • O o en fD C 5 i ' ' i( Genwrs 2 ■ iw ' v H m m tmmU m y imn m mmmnf mt i i fw i orr ii igjn ' — - -••■ - -- ,il| W ■ tW }f i ' ig?%JM -iPlllVJillfll- - - ■ !■■■■ % mm$mmit 0$f ' tmimtfmit0mmmmt0mk ' ' ' •■ ' '  f-t.- ' 8 -  f .«- iMMNAMMMIi ■« • :t % mmmfi mmH ,  „ 9 t v i .r ' t t t t , m 0 '  (m t ' ' M f t m0 t m (f 4 i,  m r  g mr i  i « i  - ftw -r Photo by Natalie Wall 250 Classes V , i j firsi ' ljeM ' EK mence 252 Jos jf k O da 25H On TYiadison 236 rdassmen Underclassmen 231 I u C cu X OS c 1 OS X3 Kristina Altf Shaina Allen Timothy Austen Angela Barbosa Caroline Blanzaco Eric Blumenthal Erin Brooks Mark Caplinger Sarah Chain Jason Clancy Sean Combs Donna Culver Amy Curtis Brittany Douglas Stephanie Edwards Timothy Finney Catherine Fitzmaurice Alexandra Foundas Kathleen French Hunter Gallalee Eleanor Garretson Kelly Gatewood Cora Gnegy Kaitlyn Gordon Chelsea Gutshall Amy Gwaltney David Hall John Haney Henry Harper Kristy Harris Emma Hershey Steven Hildebrand Kristyn Hole Kathryn Holmes Sara Ibrahim 252 6Uss s indine Your Way C J By Ariel Spengler y Move-in day could be a terrifying event for freshmen, in a univer- sity of approximately 17,000 students that increased in numbers each year, the move intimidated both new students and parents. Traffic, lines for the elevators, new roommates and saying goodbye to parents added to the stress. I think I cried a little bit in the beginning of the year, said Ari- elle Kook, a freshman from Columbia, Md. It was incredibly over- whelming to be totally on my own. Kook and her fellow classmates took on the daunting responsibil- ity of finding their places among new people and organizations, finding solace in getting involved. 1 have really plugged in with some groups that are like second families to me, said Kook, citing Intervarsity, an on-campus Chris- tian organization; Into Hymn, an all-girl Christian a cappella group; and the crew that worked on the musical, City of Angels. Different groups helped her not to get lost in the crowd. Getting involved has really made the campus seem smaller to me, said Kook. I have come to realize how much |MU has to offer. Freshman B| Gruber had similar success his first year by joining the university ' s drama club, The Stratford Players. Stratford made my year what it was, said Gruber I ' ve done shows with them, done strike with them, and had class with the people involved with Stratford every day. Gruber ' s favorite memory of the year was his role in his first uni- versity show, Anyone Can Whistle. It was great, said Gruber It ' s been an awesome experience so far. Kook had wonderful memories of the campus as well. I have really enjoyed simply being able to get lunch or dinner with people I am living with and going to school with, said Kook. It ' s so different from anything I experienced when I lived at home. Her bad memories, however, involved being when her roommate left her for the weekend. She ' s only done it twice, but it ' s rough when there ' s no one in the room with you, said Kook. Kook was also afraid of getting lost in the crowd during classes. I expected huge lecture halls and professors that didn ' t really care about you, said Kook. But my French class had 15 people in it. I don ' t feel like my classes are impersonal anymore. Gruber had a different, albeit popular complaint. Exam week, shuddered Gruber. Although the exams were often difficult, the classes turned out to be much better than expected. My major took a little more work than I expected, said Gruber, a musical theatre major. But it was totally worth it. Besides studying for exams and rushing to club meetings, under- graduates had to find fun activities during down time. I have gone to UREC classes, said Kook. It ' s amazing. The facili- ties are beautiful and I love how it makes you want to work out! For Gruber, it was the entertainment. I saw some of the comedi- ans, he said. It was a great alternative to partying on the weekend. With so many friends and ac- tivities to explore, the university quickly felt like home for many. The people are so fun and supportive here, said Kook. I know I am going to grow both as a person and a student at jMU. ENJOYING the beginning of their weekend, freshmen Sally Cambell, Brittany Cassandra and Kelsey Souleret spend a Friday night at You Made It! The do-it-yourself pottery studio proved a popular off-campus attraction for underclassmen. Photo by Natalie Wall n CO C ) r3 Underclassmen 233 I Connectinq Cultures By Jen Beers Sent to Sierra Leone in the ' 70s as a Peace Corps volunteer, Professor Joseph Opala never imagined he would spend 17 years in the small country off the western coast of Africa. Entrenched in research, Opala filmed two documentaries and arranged a homecoming with descendents of slaves taken away from their homes hundreds of years ago, putting together a connection that would change the lives of Sien-a Leonians and Aft-ican-Americans alike. Opala graduated from the University of Arizona with a bach- elor ' s degree in anthropology and a passion for studying the his- tory of Native Americans. Soon after graduation he joined the Peace Corps and was sent to Sierra Leone, where he spent three years as a volunteer. Opala had some difficulty getting used to the different culture at first, but by the third year, he fell in love with the country. During his time in Africa, Opala developed an interest in re- searching the slave trade and the history of Bunce island, a slave castle on the coast of Sierra Leone. His dedication to his research allowed him to make significant discoveries. Through extensive research, he found that most slaves from Bunce Island had been taken over to plantations in coastal South Carolina and Georgia, known as the GuUah region. African-Amer- icans living in this area were able to trace their ancestry back to families in Sierra Leone. This exciting find became known as the GuUah Connection. His connection and research began appear- ing in school textbooks. My life is about bringing scholarship together with community service and making history relevant so people can use it in their lives, said Opala. Sierra Leone ' s government then used Opala ' s information to increase heritage tourism. Opala gave briefings in D.C., did inter- views with CNN and wrote articles for The Washington Post. As a professor in the history department at the university, he also took a liking to the students and the small city of Harrisonburg. Students related to the material he taught and many trav- eled overseas. They also took an interest in the Peace Corps, which helped the university rank as one of the top 25 colleges in corps recruitment. Opala contributed to the university by creating honors courses that related to his studies in Africa. Some of these classes focused on African-American history and culture through film, African language and storytelling, and the history of slavery. He also worked together with students at the National Museum of Natural History to create an exhibit about his research that made it to the Field Museum of Natural History in Chicago. Opala reached his students through his knowledge and the use of storytelling. He could lecture for every single class and I would be enthralled to sit there, said junior Sarah Chain. His lectures showcased his thorough comprehension of African culture. The most interesting part of the class was his experiences, said freshman Jessica Jones. If he taught every subject 1 would choose him for a teacher every time. GATHERING oral history research on Tasso Island, Professor Joseph Opala speaks with Chief Alimamy Rakka and a Sierra Leonian man from the island. Tasso Island was just half a mile from Bunce Island, so many villagers who Opala spoke with were descendants of men and women who had worked at the slave castle, hhouj courtesy of Joseph Opala 25 61 5565 Dana Jacobsen Sean Jenkins Matthew Johnson Donna Jones Jacqueline Kurecki Phuong La Stephen Lee Tehnyr Lee Yuri Lee Bethany Magee Cara McCabe Katherine McKinney Ashley McPike Andrew Midgette Kate Mordecai Katherine Morton Sarah Newlon Katherine Nowell Lane O ' Brien Kelley Oliver Emily Phillips Matthew Phillips Kaylene Posey Cassandra Potler Caitlin Price Maggie Ramseyer Jillian Regan Alyssa Richardson Lucy Romeo Amanda Scheffer Rebecca Schneider Amanda Slade Thomas Smith Christine Sparrow Kisha Stokes O O cr C 5 CD I n- O I o o ST InMrdassyuien 255 I o CO •i-H o $-1 o Emily Strickler Brittnie Sykes Stephanie Synoracki Stephen Taylor Katie Thisdell Joshua Thompson Kira Thompson Jennifer Turner Aubrey Tuttle Chelsea Verdin Lexi Vlasho Brock Wallace Sarah Ward Jessica Weaver Lindsay Weida Bryce Williams Karlyn Williams Miranda Williams Sam Williams Anjerika Wilmer Sarah Young 51l m m y •mm I V T i y Casey Smith 1 Expanding Networks When first-year students began their college careers looi ing for extracurricular activities to become involved in, Make Your Mark On Madison (MYMOM) was often one of their top choices. MYMOM was a student-run leadership program that gave students the op- portunity to listen to keynote speakers and interact with their peers every Monday night during the fall semester. The purpose of the MYMOM program was for participants [fresh- men and sophomores] and leadership counselors [juniors and se- niors] to gain insight into their own personal values, leadership styles, facilitation techniques, and decision-making skills and pro- cesses through a semester-long leadership program, said junior Kelly Patullo. Patullo was chosen as the student director of MYMOM for 2009- 2010. She and co-director junior Nicole Ferraro would be in charge of planning, implementing and evaluating the program. MYMOM was designed to be a springboard into authentic in- volvement at school as well as a safe and comfortable environment to meet new people and express yourself, said Patullo. Groups of freshmen and sophomores were assigned a counselor to meet with once a week for a semester Every Monday night, we met up with our council for dinner and then went to our MYMOM meeting, said freshman Christine Dono- van. At each meeting, we listened to a presentation from either a faculty member or alumni of jMU. Their talks gave us valuable information in strengthening our leadership skills and involve- ment in school. Many presentations were inspiring and left us with advice in how to successfully ' make our mark ' on Madison while staying true to our personal values and beliefs. Aside from the weekly meetings, students also participated in community service events, including a casino night for a local re- tirement home. Students joined MYMOM for many different reasons. It was not pertinent that students joined as freshmen, but it helped as stu- dents moved through the program and wanted to become counselors. As a freshman, 1 decided to get involved in MYMOM because I simply wanted something to do that seemed like it would get my foot in the door for future involvement at school, said Patullo. For others, it was a family member ' s encouragement. My mom actually got me interested in MYMOM, believe it or not, said freshman Melanie Gilbert. She saw the program and thought it would be great for me. MYMOM ' s booth at student organization night was another great pull. I learned about MYMOM from the student organization night and thought it would be a good experience, said freshman Stephanie Birkett. 1 was very involved in high school and figured MYMOM would help me learn different areas about school, as well as learn more about myself. MYMOM provided students with an opportunity to create new friendships with other students who had similar interests. Al- though the program may have cut into study time on Monday nights, the program taught students important aspects of leader- ship that would help them in the future. MYMOM was overall a phenomenal program that I wish every single incom- ing student had an opportunity and pas- sion to get involved with, said Patullo. 1 truly felt that involvement in this program guided students into success throughout their college careers. GOOFILY posing on the kissing rock, MYIVIOM student directors and staff smile for a photo. The MYIVIOM staff worked in pairs of two with small groups of freshmen and sophomores to discuss topics such as communication and diversity. Pholo courtesy of Molly Manwaring n C ) B 3 Underclassmen 257 Administrating By Rebecca Schneider President Linwood H. Rose and his support staff wori ed behind the scenes to make the day-to-day activities of the university happen. Administration members strove to provide exceptional faculty, well-maintained facilities, diverse activities, outstanding support services and an environment for learning and explor- ing to all students who pursued an education at the university, according to Rose. Through this mission, Rose and the senior administration han- dled routine operations of the university and oversaw the major divisions of the institution: Academic Affairs, Student Affairs and University Planning, Administration and Finance, and University Advancement. They were each committed to providing a superior educational experience for students, in addition to an accessible workplace for faculty and staff. The Division of Academic Affairs and Provost Douglas T. Brown worked together to offer students many new and innovative programs... as well as stellar programs in the liberal arts and sciences, business, health professions and education, according to its Web site. Academic Affairs also provided services to faculty and staff that were intended to enhance professional develop- ment and promote continuing education. Aiming to improve all aspects of the university community, every development underwent serious consideration by the Divi- sion of Student Affairs and University Planning. The university ' s planning process is at the core of everything we do, said Senior Vice President Mark Warner With many developments expected in the upcoming years, the Campuswide Master Plan project was approved by the Board of Visitors, which would act as a long-range road map for the future of the physical campus. As the campus continued to evolve, the Division of Adminis- tration and Finance began the first stages of improving athletic facilities on campus. The need for more seating was magnified by the success of the university ' s intercollegiate athletics. During the 2008 season, the [football] team had nine wins over teams that were nationally ranked... and finished the year ranked third na- tionally, noted Brian Charette, assistant vice president of human resources, training and performance. With the continuing accomplishments of the Dukes, planning and designing began for the construction of the existing home side and northern end zone seating sections of Bridgeforth Sta- dium to expand seating capacity and support facilities, scheduled to begin in October 2009. In addition, the construction of the new Softball and baseball complex on the site of Memorial Hall began during the 2008-2009 academic yean Linwood H. Rose President Although expanding the curriculum, the campus and the sur- rounding area, the university still made advancements towards reducing its environmental footprint. The university conserved thousands of gallons of water by eliminating service trays in din- ing facilities, according to Administration and Finance. With the close of The Madison Century campaign in June 2008, the Division of University Advancement was glad to an- nounce that the goal they had set was smashed. Alumni and friends of the university have shown that a culture of philanthropy — a new sprit of involvement after graduation — a commitment to giving back to Madison — has begun to flourish, according to Senior Vice President Joanne Cam The university community was something to cherish. When you come to jMU, you will feel the positive spirit of friendliness, caring, price and collaboration that characterize those associated with the university, said Rose. Warner was proud to announce that in 2009, [the adminis- tration] unveiled ' The Madison Way ' a statement that is being shared to promote and perpetuate the special culture we have at IMU. Enforcing the university ' s mission statement, administration members, faculty, staff, students and alumni were a community committed to preparing students to be educated and enlightened citizens who lead productive and meaningful lives. For years, administrators would maintain that vision while continuing to make advancements toward the future. 25 CUss s Joanne Carr Senior Vice President for University Advancement Douglas Brown Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs Mark Warner Senior Vice President for Student Affairs and University Planninq and Analysis Charles King, Jr. Senior Vice President for Adminstration and Finance w 4fl| Bfel - : ' « r In U?-- ' M I Jerry Benson John Noftsinger Vice Provost for Science, Technology, Vice Provost for Research Enqineerinq and Mathematics and PnbUc Service Teresa Gonzalez Vice Provost for Academic Program Support David Jeffrey Dean College of Arts and Letters K ' t 9 b. w m Robert D. Reid Dean College of Business Phillip Wishon Linda Cabe Halpern Dean College of Education Dean University Studies Sharon Lovell Dean, College of Integrated Science and Technology David Brakke Dean, College of Science and Mathematics rr ' wr- i (« I ' H 1 ' J. y ' Kk m III George Sparks Dean, College of Visual and Performing Arts Ralph Alberico Dean, Libraries and Educational Technologies Ronald Carrier chancellor MWiStr ti(?n 25 0-. t3 I— ' • CO •-S r-1- I— ' • o 3 Photo by Rebecca Schnieder Photo by Natalie Wall i eL ' ouM ic SuSAS s¥ I By Katie Thisdell I The coed business fraternity, Alpha Kappa Psi, was dedicated to leadership. f ing buslnill and pleailire, Alpha Kappa Psi (AKPsi) united its hers throughout the year. The coed business fraternity hosted essiannl and social events for the 89 brothers of AKPsi, en- agms its membt ' is to form close relationships while helping oneanothei; '  i._ I We never are alone, said president Mary Rosenthal, a senior •iTey are truly my brothers. When we are walking around campus and especially in Showker, you always see a friendly face willing to stop and talk. The brothers knew that there would always be someone there for them. Whenever anyone in the fraternity needs help, someone is al- ways willing to lend a hand, and I love that about AKPsi, said se- nior Jessica Naquin, vice president of membership. Also, our fra- ternity loves to give back to |MU and the community. The brothers were dedicated to raising money for the Cystic Fi- brosis Foundation. Each spring, they held an annual golf tourna- ment, and they hoped to sponsor a 5K as well. We want to be able to contribute more money to this cause, said Rosenthal. Everyone is very excited about this opportunity. Aside from service opportunities, rushing and pledging the frater- nity was an experience that the brothers would not forget. Naquin was known as the Pledge Mom for her role in helping the new brothers during fall rush. Since this was such an important time for new pledges, she said it was a large responsibility, but worth it. I loved being able to have such an impact on their lives, said Naquin. I think they will be great brothers and hopefully 1 helped with that. Naquin joined the fraternity after transferring to the university her sophomore yean Looking for a group to join, she went to the first rush event. I immediately knew that was where I belonged, she said. AKPsi helped brothers become better leaders, not just in the busi- ness world, but also in their own lives. Since joining AKPsi, 1 have become more confident and my net- working abilities have become stronger than ever, said senior Alex Hawthorne. 1 can ' t express how much AKPsi has done for me as an individual. The fraternity went through ups and downs and changed over the years, but Naquin said she liked seeing how it had come out on top. Our progression and how AKPsi has made us all better busi- ness leaders and individuals is awesome, she said. They worked on passing traditions down to the new brothers, since there was a large graduating class. We know we are leaving the fraternity in goo d hands, said Naquin. Brothers participated in activities from snow tubing and corn mazes to family gatherings and a formal. There were leadership seminars and corporate speakers as well. I was able to figure out what classes to take, who the ' better ' professors are, go to lunch with groups of people, and practice in- terviewing with them, said Rosenthal. I learned so much about the business world, professionalism, myself, leadership and how to truly enjoy the time 1 have in college with my friends. 262 OrQamzaiLons ' H 1 I IM Psi PHjl l Tyi P v yiLPH Kapp Psr MODELING their shirts, members imitate the pose shown on the back. The quote, Got A Little Business In You?, played off a popular Captain Morgan advertisement. Photo courtesy of Kelly Salire L Front Row: Marsha Shenk, Mary Rosenthal, Meghan Bollenback, Katy Lovin, Kristen Taylor, Megan Ngo, Nicole Furtado, Kerry Mat- thews, Patty Grinnell; Second row: Nick Snider, Alex Hawthorne, Tyler Austria, Kimberly Wojno, Kelly Mitchell, Lynda Carr, Carter Cole, Nicole Rodenbaugh, Alyson Therres, Elizabeth Johnson, Kristen Dunn; Back Row: Mike O ' Shaughnessy, Sean Aldo, Justin Kimlel, Steve Jackson, Lee Jamison, Chris Jenkins, Jessica Naquin, Christopher Perez, Kate Wieczorek, David Daniele -He is o JoU i HAVING braved the rain, members of Alpha Phi pose for a cheerful picture at Relay for Life. Participants from the university raised nearly $200,000 for the American Cancer Society. Photo courteiy of Joanna Kim AlpUa TtK i 26H Or amzaiwns Front Row: Shannon Nelson, Emily Strickler, Michelle Hammerle, Becky Wardwell, Kayla McKechnie, Emily Lindamood, Jessica Shel- ton; Second Row: Toni Ivanova, Clare Badgley, Jessica Fox, Lisa K lassen, Alison Huffstetler, Kelley Kolar, Johanna Kim; Back Row: Whitney Lemke, Sara Schoeb, Kaitlin Solomon, Ashley Smith, Megan Ridgway, Katie Hyson, Kaitlin Salmon, Casey Culpepper e Krisa The sisters of Alpha Phi $15,000 for their cardiac ca By Steph Synoracki more than philanthropy of the Theta Iota chapter of Alpha Phi shared a Fd with one another as they worked together to rareness and raise money for their philanthropy, the jFoundation. The foundation was designed to pro- tthcardiac care, offer a chance to develop leader- ship s lls and encoiirage women to be giving individuals. Although fiindiaisers were carried on throughout the year. Al- pha PM held its philanthropy week during the spring semester, aroun4 Valentine ' s Day. Ai asco, as it was called, was an excit- ing, fun-filled week whef e sisters get to interact with the JMU community to raise money for an important cause, said junior Ali Anderson. The week began on Feb. 9 with the Move your Phi ' t 5K walk run. On Monday, the ladies hosted the King of Hearts male auc- tion in Grafton-Stovall Theatre, where male students performed talents and were bid on by women of the university. The theatre was filled with laughter throughout the whole event. Tuesday and Wednesday of Aphiasco were proceeds nights at Ham ' s Restaurant and Tutti Gusti. Alpha Phi participated in Jairn ' Bail with many other campus organizations on Thursday, a fundraising event where members of each group stood behind a fake jail scene, hoping that friends and fellow students would help post their bail. On Friday, Aphiasco came to an end with the Red Dress Gala held in the Festival Ballroom. A guest speaker from Rockingham Memorial Hospital spoke at the event concerning women ' s heart health. In addition to the daily events, JMU is for LOVERS T-shirts were sold on the Commons Monday through Friday. Alpha Phi ' s fund- raising goal for Aphiasco was $15,000, which they passed by al- most $800. The money was donated to the Alpha Phi Foundation, and in celebration of their fundraising efforts, the foundation do- nated $11,475 to Rockingham Memorial Hospital Women ' s Health Focus in honor of the university ' s chapter of Alpha Phi. As president, junior Stephanie Tan ' s goal was to keep our women involved in our history and philanthropy [through] retreats among other educational programming provided by Alpha Phi Internation- al. We also utilize our Unity Chair in creating events to strengthen the bonds of our sisterhood. Unity Chair members were in charge of promoting harmony in the chapter. The ladies of Alpha Phi came in first place in the Greek Switch Step Show in the fall, hosted by Sigma Gamma Rho. The girls worked with a coach from Sigma Gamma Rho to choreograph their own piece. It was a great opportunity to unite the entire Greek com- munity at James Madison University, said Tan. Theta Iota had a lot to be proud of, as they were the recipients of two awards at the Collegiate Awards Banquet in 2008: Excellence in Chapter Leadership and Outstanding Advisory Board. One of the most memorable times of the year for many sisters was the Big Little Week, where older sisters of Alpha Phi were able to share their excitement with the new members. The new girls were really excited and their Bigs gave them all kinds of presents and surprises. They even had some a cappella groups... sing to the girls on the Quad, said senior Jacquelyn Ga- mut. As friends and as sisters, the ladies of Alpha Phi created a special bond throughout the year that they would carry for the rest of their lives. Alpha Phi has shown me that 1 can have so many great friends with such different personalities, said Anderson. I am lucky to be part of an organization where 1 can spend time with amazing girls that I can call my sisters. Aipfv Pfic 265 OrfliUU! Hostesses of many community service projects, the ladies of Alpha Kappa Alpha encouraged high educational and ethical standards. Their primary goals included resolving issues concerning women, promoting unity and providing service. ALpl jx, iCxfynx, ALfUa Front Row: Tiffany Graves, Telmyr Lee, Tiara McKeever; Back Row: Renee Newsom, Quinncee Payne, Chiquita King Established in the spring of 2003, Alpha Kappa Delta Phi was the only Asian-Amer- ican sorority on cam- pus. The ladies raised more than $4,000 for the Susan C. Komen Foundation during their Real Dukes Wear Pink charity dinner where they promoted sister- hood, scholarship, leadership and Asian Awareness. ALfU kjxfpx- eijbx, TixZ Front Row: Kristen Hoang, Nancy Phan, Jenny Chung, Hong-Quy Duong, Kim Nguyen, Emily Poly, Flor Militar; Back Row: Phuong La, Delia Chen, Jill Lu, Jay Ahn, DuyNhat Nguyen, Courtney Wu, Nabila Hafez 266 OrQamzaiwns tiUiAjMS MHBWfrr.r ' -1 ' - ;; The first intercollegiate fraternity founded for and by black males, Alpha Phi Alpha required candidates to have a CPA of at least 2.5 and be registered to vote. Promoting brotherhood, academic excellence and service to the community were three of the organization ' s primary goals. ALfU yUji ALjI jx. Front Row: Justin Harris, Emmanuel Jefferson, Matthew Locl e, Zachary Lane, Aamir Cobb, William McCoy; Back Row: Brandyn Green, Dominique Scott, Shaun Harris, Winston Bland, Paris Hamilton, Victor Gyamfi, Brandon Brown Front Row: Han Nguyen, Christine Lam, Priscilla Odango; Second row: Nammy Nguyen, Leanne Carpio, Adrianne Maraya, Michael Wu, Reza Mina; Back Row: Kevin Loftus, Jessie Salvador, Nona Aragon, Jacob Albert, Jonathan Belmonte Working to educate students and the community about Asian culture, the Asian Student Union held its 1 0th annual culture show in November. The show featured performances inspired by China, Korea, the Philippines and Vietnam. Asauxja StuAe U sJjOvk. Un{.v rsi.i(j OrQamzaiionS 261 Sxsier, Sisier SPOUTING some attitude, members of AST perform as part of Greek Sing. Greel Sing was the finale to Greek Week, winere sororities and fraternities came together to unite the Greek community. Photo by Natalie Wall ALykpc Sxm x T JiL 2 B O QanLzaiiOns Front Row; Sara Christie, Emily Jessee, Caitlin Fenerty, Kristin Cassell; Second Row: Lyndsay Campbell, Ashley Jones, Molly Shea, Chelsea Richter, Jennifer Campbell, Victoria Bradley, Ashley Earnhardt, Amanda Malinowski; Third Row: Jamie Dalsimer, Stephanie Leffke, Brianne Allison, Jenny Donaldson, Kendall Meyer, Mallory Shields, Liz Schwieder, Erin Devening, Heather Martin; Back Row: Ariel Brown, Katelin Mikuta, Krista Rockhill, Jacquelyn Walsh, Lauren Miscioscia, York Woodsmall, Nina Szemis J By Lianne Palmatier Alpha Sigma Tau spread AIDS awareness throughout Harrisonburg tl v If philantn Py was a sport, the ladies of Alpha Sigma Tau [AST] would have been at the top of the pack. Their philanthropy was AIDS Awareness, and members hosted a slew of events to raise money aj romote AIDS awareness throughout the Harrisonburg comm B I V Hi an AIDS Benefit Concert, had blood drives, a 5K run vvall n ports events, said junior Megan Gardiner. Other than ins a v i a so supported the Pine Mountain Settle- ment SchoorandHabitat for Humanity. We put on a Band-Aid concert, from which all proceeds went directly to AIDS awareness, said junior Bayley Lesperance. We also had a capture the flag event. Commons days and sponsored a movie at Grafton-Stovall Theatre. The ladies focused on events on campus and around Harrison- burg, demonstrating love for the university as well as their com- munity. In addition to working with organizations to better the commu- nity, members also worked together to better their relationships with others and among themselves. They spent time getting to know one another during events and in their spare time. What was special about AST was that each sister had her own unique identity. We were a group of diverse women who shared a common interest in sisterhood, service and scholarship, said Gardiner. My favorite aspects of being in a sorority were the spe- cial bonds of sisterhood and the amazing friendships that were formed. It was a great feeling to be a part of something bigger than myself. To be in AST, members had to maintain a minimum grade point average of 2.5. They recognized the need to maintain good grades as well as be involved with the community We also recognized girls who got better than a 3.0 every se- mester with a special dinner, and at our parents banquet. We took school work very seriously, said Lesperance. Our requirements clearly showed that we were women of schol- arship who believed in high standards of learning, said Gardiner. The moment I walked into the AST basement, I felt at home. The women who greeted me were genuine and obviously loved to be around each other. Lesperance said, I felt the most comfortable in AST. Each soror- ity was great, but I felt that I personally clicked more with the girls in AST. The sisters each shared a special bond with one another that would not have been possible without the hard work they put in during the school yean The events they sponsored and teamwork all contributed to the friendships formed among the girls. The people were what I found most special about AST, said Gar- diner All the girls I met held a special place in my heart, and I can say that looking back, I would not be who 1 am without the girls that I met in AST. AlpK Gi ma Vi(A 269 oUxetLu Love. By Sarah Chain Alpha Tau Oij lga was full of friendship and service At first glafiiee. Alpha Tau Omega [ATO) might have seemed Hke an anomaly for a Greek organization. ATO IS nut looking for ' frat guys, ' said senior AJ Macey. The chap- ters made up of men from many different areas and backgrounds, Ich helps to keep fi ' esh ideas flowing. Membeis of ATO went past stereotypes to focus on leadership and service to the c miinity- O ' s values w ere based off the beliefs of Christianity and not Greek mythology, according to junior Keith Reilly We strive to be servant leaders... we strive to do more than better ourselves, we try to make an effect on those around us, said Reilly. Service projects included weekly tutoring programs at Spotswood Elementary School, volunteer work at Sunnyside Retirement Home and fundraising events like Rock for Random Acts of Kindness (RAK]. Rock for RAK was an all-day event dedicated to raising mon- ey for Big Brothers Big Sisters. Despite the rain during the event in September more than 20 organizations joined ATO to raise nearly $4,000. In the spring semester the fraternity planned on leading a trip for Spotswood students to go to Monticello, James Madison ' s estate. Members raised money to help pay for the cost of the trip and ac- companied the students as chaperones. The Kappa Zeta chapter of ATO colonized at the university in the fall of 2006, with 38 men. As a founder of ATO, Macey saw the fra- ternity come together in the beginning. I saw that the guys originally involved were something I wasn ' t able to find in other fraternities here, said Macey. We all worked very hard, got a little lucky, and ATO snowballed into what it is to- day. ATO helped to develop its members ' accountability, work ethic, service and leadership, all while making lasting friendships at the university. The fraternity organized two intramural teams, flag football and indoor soccer, where members could get to know one another in a laid-back atmosphere. Both teams took the championship title in 2007. Aside from sports, different families of brothers took turns on Sunday evenings cooking for the whole chapter, according to Macey. 1 have no doubt that I will have ATOs in my wedding party, said Reilly. We have a large graduating class in the spring, but none of us see their departure as a final goodbye. 270 OrQamzations BROTHERS in ATO huddle around a fellow member of the fraternity during their Greek Sing performance. The members ' performance was based on a Jock Jams spoof. Photo by Natalie Wall HOT dogs raised in preparation, brothers junior Charlie Franker and senior Dave Larosa take on an eating contest in Rock for RAK (Random Acts of Kindness). The event included a dunk tank, mechanical bull, volleyball tournament and live music. Photo courtesy of Caroline Blanzaco FrontRow: Adam Smith. Matthew Lyons; Second Row: David Tashner. Daniel Finn, John McAuley. Nicholas Passero, Michael Bollard. Jacob J Rauh. Dominic Fudesco. Kyle Sloveken. Robert de Laat. Joshua Kingsbury. Zach Marshall. Joseph A. Keane II. Benjamin Steiner Carmack. Paul Perruzza. Zackary Lopez: Third row: Ryan McCormack. Ryan Alexander Link. Matthew Robert Lilja. AJ Mahar. Christopher James Lyon. Andrew Hamilton Reese, Andrew Jon Macey, Manhew Alexander Passero. Joshua Joseph Rauh. Brian Matthew Tordella. Daniel James Bolen, Benjamin S. Crlss. Sean Young- berg; Back Row: Christopher Manin. Richard Kelsey. Charlie Franker, Nathan Solow. Scott W Regan. Matthew Wetherbee. Jonathan 5. Lyons. Christopher Wood, Zachary Bauer, Only two years old at the university, the Association for Childhood Education International (ACEI) focused on preparing elementary education majors for teaching positions. Events focused on service and volunteer opportunities in the community involving young children. Focused on promoting unity among Black and Latino Creek organizations on campus, the Black Latino Creek Caucus held three major events throughout the year. Creek Week, Creek Cookout and the Alumni Step Show all provided opportunities for members of the Creek community to interact. Front Row: Caitlin Munson, Julie Simpson, Jennifer Chevalier, Julia Urban, Shannon McCullough, Caitlin Pinnella, Aly Gitlin; Back Row: A.J- McClung, Brandy Talbott, Sarah Creamer, Laura Ginish, Michele Ritner, Sarah Young, Caroline Fischer, Katie Conway 272 Or amzO-iLOns Front Row: Sam Everett, Justin Wilson, Ashley Daniels, Angel Brockenbrough, Quinncee Payne, Shaun Harris; Second Row: Briana Harris, L. Nell Smircina, Victoria Gaines, Telmyr Lee, Tiffany Graves, Tiara McKeever, Chiquita King, Ashley Clarke, William McCoy. Zachary Lane; Third row : Roy McDonald, Chervon Moore, Karla Smith, Rashaunda Jadson, Britnie Green, Brandon Brown, Vernita Fisher; Back Row: Rashonda Roberson, MynikTaylor, Anasa King, Jessica Wade, Ivaco Clarke, Renee Newsom, Courtney Dixon, Winston Bland SXtAOVVS Hip-Hop Summit Week, Blacl History Week and Ebony Ex- posure Week were just a handful of the Black Student Alliance ' s events during the year. Members worked to support recruitment of black students, as- sist in their orientation and promote interac- tion and involvement in school activities. Lxck Stude: AlUc j uie. Front Row: Katie Morris, Jalisa Johnson, Janna Hall, Jade Hillery, Asya Toney; Second Row: MynikTaylor, Bianca Newton, Jessica Bailey, Justin Carter; Back Row: Brandyn Green, Bradley Davis, KD Doxie, Donte Jiggetts OCC£. cdL CLdr Front Row: Pat Lay; Second Row: Emily Ciccarelli, Kathryn Owens. Erica Harriman, Leslie Haase, Matt Acosta, Brittany Morgan, Emilia Randier, Rachel Johnson, Julia McCurdy, Haley Westman; Back Row: JJO ' Malley, Brian Fridley, Jeno Pizarro, Laura Henschen, Jason Pitt, Travis Blacl , Zack Neurohr, Phil Blake, Isabelle Puryear With about 40 mem- bers, the Bocce Ball Club grew at a rapid rate. Established in 2007, the club ws dedicated to bridging the gap between stu- dents and the elderly, a feat accomplished by trips to local retirement homes. UniversLiij OfQanLzaiions 273 % SulL ' s Cy By Beth Principi hery Club was the 2007. I )nnQ r.-.i-l -ir.-.l -h-.rr.i-.i - r. V The Arch( and 2008 national champion ere very busy. The students bled pur- jtional championships in two years. ■ was officially cut as a varsity sport a national championship in 2007. ionships than any varsity sp ort on fas bitterness between the Ministration and the club members over being cut. But senior Brittany Lorenti, treasurer of the club, said that simply was not the case. We really used it to our advantage, said Lorenti. We learned everything that goes into running a club sport efficiently. Whether it was recruiting on campus or fundraising for different tournaments, the new club members learned the ropes and swung their way to a second national championship win. As the reigning 2007 and 2008 national champions, their goal for the next season was to win another national championship. Senior Nick Kale, president of Archery Club, said he had high hopes for the upcoming season. We have been practicing five days a week for most of the semes- ter and everything is going great, said Kale. What I ' m impressed with is how many freshmen are dedicated to learning how to shoot and wanting to improve. The first thing freshmen had to decide was what type of archery they would participate in. There were two styles, compound and recurve. Compound shooters are allowed a scoped sight, release aids, and their bows use cams to help store energy and shoot faster, ex- plained Kale. Recurve is a type of bow that uses sights that are not scoped, no release aids, and does not have cams. Recurves and compounds did not shoot against each other in any competitions, and recurves were the only bows allowed in the Olympics. Kale, who shot recurve, was an AU-American in 2008, while Lorenti made the world team in 2006 and 2008, which brought her to Slovakia and Taiwan. Senior Jacob Wukie, who left in 2008 to train as an alternate for the 2008 United States Olympic Archery Team, came back for the upcoming season. We are very proud to have such a high caliber archer train and shoot in our program, said Kale. Wukie was not the only archer in the club to compete on an in- ternational level. This team is comprised of an amazing group of archers from around the country, said Lorenti. We have had nine world champions and have won 20 individual and mixed team championships. With Archery Club ' s great success, it may have seemed that the talent came naturally to these athletes, but members were quick to say otherwise. It takes lots and lots of shooting, said Kale. You can usually find me shooting six to seven times a week. By counting the championships and honors the archers had com- piled in the last two years, it was apparent that becoming a club did not stop this team of ace shooters. 27H Or anLzdiLons POSING for the camera, the team holds up their bows. The Archery Club won more national championships than any university varsity sport. Photo courtesy of Nick Kale Front Row: Nick Kale, Chris Booth, Mike Ashton, Maegan Pisman, Bryan Brady, Brittany Lorenti; Back Row: Katie Jepson, Jacob Wukie, Nathan McCullough, Scott Einsmann, Paul Sexton, Stephanie Gallagher, Tyler Martin Arckeru cLdr Awk ri CliAh 273 % V2au -HorserxMier MOUNTED on the horse, junior Allison Sniyrl practices in the ring. The Equestrian Club had practiced at Brilee Farm near the university since 2006. Photo Courtesy of Leslie Carlson SOARING through the air, junior Leslie Carlson practices a jump. The Equestrian Club competed against other Virginia colleges at shows organized by the Intercollegiate Horse Show Association. Photo courtesy of Leslie Carlson CauesirAuxj cLdr I Front Row: Johanna Pedersen, Colby Bohn, Rosalie Chilton, Allison Killam, Matt Dickard; Second Row: Nikki Morris, Vanessa Colley, Liz Lange, Morgan Fink, Tessa Amey, Jillian Regan; Back Row: Allison SmyrI, Sophia Romanow, Maggie Foley, Leslie Carlson, Adriana 276 Or nizaiLons Nannini tjTRAINER Bobby Jones and junior I esiie c ilion watch another club member ' ,show. Members bought straining packages and fit the sessions in around their class : schedules. Photo courtesy of Leslie Carlson 72 Ui) Eq By Caitlin Harrison uestrian Club members overcame challenges to win their first show in three years Obstacles-wme the name of the game for the Equestrian ClubaMembers focused on building d competiti L team from scratch after major changes were made a few years prior Three years ago, our team had to ind a new facility, new horses and a new coach, said junior Allison Smyrl. Our past and present members have wo iked tremendously hard to build this program back up from the ground. Even though the Equestrian team at the university was a club sport, the members still competed against varsity teams from oth- er schools. The team won its first show in three years in October at Hollins University. Aside from the 13 members of the team who rode competitively, there were more than 70 other riders who did not compete. What I think is most significant about this year is that we have riders of all different ages and experience levels on our show team, said junior Leslie Carlson. Our freshmen have done really well for themselves and the team. Also, we have very few seniors this year, but the leadership has been better than ever. Team members practiced at Brilee Farm, located about 20 min- utes from campus. During show weeks, the riders practiced for an hour up to three times a week, and also practiced with their trainer, Bobby jones. Riders paid for a lesson package from the trainer, and then made the lesson times work with their class schedules. The riders practiced on horses owned by Brilee Farm and private own- ers. Private owners allowed the riders to practice on their horses in exchange for discounted boarding at the farm. The Equestrian Club raised money through proceeds nights at various businesses such as Qdoba and Coldstone Creamery, and through concessions at football and basketball games. The team also raised funds through Sally Foster, a company that offered a variety of gifts to be sold, with 50 percent of profits going to the team or organization. The Equestrian Club is a very successful self-achieving organi- zation, said senior Danielle Parkinson. Everyone works together to make money, do their part in community service and achieve points as a club team. Its past and present committed members have helped the Equestrian Club to sustain its successful timeline over the years. A great deal of experience was not necessary to join the team, and all levels were accepted. Events outside of practice and the friend- ships between members were what the men and women enjoyed most. I have been a part of the Equestrian Club since my freshman year at JMU, said Parkinson. The riding was great, the showing was great, but I feel that it was the people I met, and the friendships I made that really was my favorite part of the Equestrian Club. £. iAesin n C .vh 777 U I Oj Diligently working to discuss a tender sub- ject, Campus Assault ResponsE (CARE), spread awareness dealing with sexual assault and support of survivors. CARE began a helpline open four days a week, and had recently expanded its hours to 24 hours a day, seven days a week. To promote Career and Academic Planning, Career Edu- cation Officers (CEO) provided workshops for groups on campus including clubs and residence halls. CEO was formed in 1 994 to work with outreach programming. CcKjreer GiLkCjxLicvs Officers Front Row: Brigid Jacobs, Christine Schaefer, Emily Phillips, Kira Thompson, Katy Johnson; Back Row: Chandra Lane, Alaina Vinacco, Kelly Carr, Joe Fogel, Ryan Doren, Jane Arrowsmith 27 OrQamzaiions bxtxOK-S s case?!K ' SPR=:! s- ■: Front Row: Phoebe Liu, Michael Wu; Second Row: Diana Pei, Natalie Ngu, Han Nguyen, Than-Thuy Nguyen, Erica Villacrusis; Third Row: Karen Sin, Alida Huynh, Thanh Nguyen, Wendy Hou, Cathleen Nguyen, Michelle Huynh, Raphael Villacrusi s, Christine Lam; Back Row: Jacob Albert. Minh Nauven, Michael Nauven.Tian-Hao Wanci, Jonathan Belmonte, Junzhou Shi, Jason Chuang, Julie Ha Ocw£muse Front Row: Emily Correa, Ashley Scott, Vince Battistone, Traise Rawlings, Molly Greenhood, Elizabeth Chidester; Second Row: Jessica Weaver, James Loizou, Kimmy Rohrs, Anne Love Feild, Shawn Bush, Corbin Craft, Garrett Johnson, Joshua Thompson; Back Row: Tyler McLeod, Nick Young, John Pierce, Andrew Williams, Steven Irons, Derek Silvers, GregTarmargo Committed to diver- sifying and enlighten- ing the university, the Chinese Student As- sociation shared tradi- tional Chinese culture and history. Fundrais- ing for victims of the Sichuan Earthquake that happened in May was the group ' s main focus for 2008. With opportunities for film discussion and production, Cinemuse provided a place for aspiring filmmakers to meet and create video. Hosting an annual film festival with showings both on and off cam- pus was Cinemuse ' s main event of the year. UmversliQ OrgamzaiLOns 279 CROONING to the ladies, sophomore Austin Colby 1 T . I • 1 • I L gets into the Prom theme JlV Th£. UvK£Loi xt of Exit 245s end-of-the- ' semester show. A vocal music education major, Colby sang the baritone voice part in the group. vc ' irney im m Vtf V -i „„. . ■ 1 DECKED outin full costume, senior Joel Gerlach pauses between songs. As part of the Prom theme, members portrayed popular high school stereotypes. Photo by Amy Gwoltney Cs lHS 2 Or anizaiLons Front Row: Adam Spalletta, Denny Norris, Evan LaLiberte, Jim Smith; Second Row: Doug McAdoo, David Batteiger, Tyler Bradley, Matt Beck, Joel Gerlach: Back Row: Steven Anzuini , Seth Doleman, William Rousseau, Austin Colby, Kyle Hutchinson, Drew Daniels, Thomas Tombes J A cappella group Exit 245 promotes their fifth studio album Energ crazin ess and talent were the first things that carno O ' rmWHiien someone mentioned Exit 245, ac- cormng to freSmnan Evan LaLiberte. A new member in the fall sen to jt Liberte was the most recent addition to the university pniere all-male a cappella group, along with fresh- men Drew els, Jim Smi th and Tyler Bradley. Ranging from 12 to 17 memSl lipSTaiHgflS semester, Exit 245 had been trav- eling up and down tlie East Coast for more than ten years perform- ing at colleges, high schools and competitions. All the guys in the group are really close, and we always have a great time wherever we go, said LaLiberte, who added that his favorite part so far of being in the group was performing shows outside of the university. The group had released five studio albums and one live album since its inception in 1998, the most recent being Limelight, in April 2008. Although recording was difficult, tedious and time- consuming, the musicians found it to be a highly rewarding pro- cess. When you ' re walking through the Village and you hear your CD being blasted out of a random dorm window from across the way, you can ' t help but smile and feel good about it, said sophomore David Batteigen We ' ve made something someone else loves. For the first half of the year, however, members took a semester- long break from recording to focus on performing. With the time and financial commitments that follow recording sessions, it is difficult for us to always get to perform to the extent we would prefer, said senior Seth Doleman, president of Exit 245. Exit 245 was eager to perform its new pieces for the university community. The group could be seen at a variety of philanthropic events like Operation Santa Claus, and Greek fundraisers like The- ta ' s Mr CASAnova. But the group ' s biggest shows on campus were the end-of-the-semester concerts held in December and April, which showcased a handful of first-time performances. In Decem- ber, the group debuted In Love With A Girl, originally by Gavin De- graw; If You Really Love Me, originally by Stevie Wonder; Burnin ' Up, originally by the Jonas Brothers; and Do You Believe Me Now, originally by Jimmy Wayne. The concert was held in junction with The BluesTones ' end-of-the- semester concert, mixing the styles of Exit 245 with the all-female voices of The BluesTones for an experience that members of both groups enjoyed. The idea originated when a lack of venues were available for the groups to have separate shows. The g roups worked together for the anticipated intermission video built around the Prom theme, and performed a rendition of Somebody to Love, originally by Queen. We just decided to combine forces and make it one of the largest a cappella concerts that JMU has ever seen, said Doleman. Although Exit 245 performed an average of 70 shows per year and practiced three or more times a week, members found plenty of time to relax. When not performing, they supported one another outside of music. As much as we enjoy singing together, the best part of being in Exit is the brotherhood, said junior Jason Itam. Sophomore Thomas Tombes agreed. Spending as much time to- gether as we do, we form a bond that is nothing short of a brother- hood. We ' re an extremely tight knit group of guys. tt 2 2 L iU£.De,rCA cC By Katie Thisdell Ov ikE. €i jMcn The fencing club taught themselves the ins and outs of the sport Surpn jlllgj re was more to fencing than just stabbing oppo- nenj Knibe rof the Fencing Club learned the basic skills before fighting others in the family-oriented sport, according to senior Sarah Taylor.the club ' s president. Beginnin g feny n g is different because you just want to get really  it, said I Bi ' But you have to learn the basics before you can ifea rooiii W With four pr articps a week in the Memorial Hall auxiliary gym, members had several options. Tuesdays and Thursdays were drill- based lessons for beginners, while Mondays and Wednesdays were for the advanced members, or those who had completed one se- mester of training. That ' s when we ' re free-fencing and we each know what we have to work on, said Taylor Sophomore Melanie Demaree said that since there was no coach, the members helped one another. Your opponents tell you where you ' re weak and how to improve, she said. Junior Scott Bell joined the club as a freshman with no experi- ence, and two years later was teaching other beginners. That shows how quickly you can improve if you don ' t give up on it, he said. Bell did not stop learning, either You could say that I teach the beginners how to fence, and they teach me how to teach, he said. Fencers learned to use the three different types of blades: the foil, saber and epee. Each was for a different target area on the body. For example, when a fencer fought with the light and flexible foil, he or she only scored points for hitting an opponent in the torso area. With an epee, though, points could be scored from the shoe- laces to the mask, according to Taylor. The type of blade that a fencer chose depends on their personal- ity, said Taylor Fencers wore the recognizable white protective outfits, including lame jackets that registered points electronically. When you ' re fencing, you ' re vulnerable, so you have to think about what your opponent might do, said Demaree. If you just attack blindly, you ' ll get hit a lot. Members, several of who were rated nationally, also attended tournaments through the United States Fencing Association. Though it was difficult to be ranked, Taylor said it comes naturally to some. There was more to the club than just practicing the sport. The small group was a tight community that had social activities out- side of practices. We ' re a wacky bunch, but we ' re also an accepting one, said Bell. We try to keep a focus on how being part of the Fencing Club is more tha n just getting to stab people. It ' s also about meeting new people and making friends. Though the club was not widely known on the university ' s cam- pus, the members constantly told others students about what they do. Most people are impressed and surprised to hear that I fence, said Taylor. But it ' s fun, athletic and competitive. You get a rush from doing it. 2 0r niz ttt?ns SQUARING off, freshman Patrick Dunford aims at his opponent. The sport of fencing dated all the way back to the 12th century. Photo courtesy of Sarah Taylor Front Row: Megan Godbey, Sarah Taylor, Melanie Demaree, Lindsay Weida, Brigitte Roussos; Back row: Scott Bell, Bryan Moen, Ford Lautenschlager, Patrick Dunford - ewcAvv cLdr fencing CliAh 2 k Or iiUC4 Started as a fraternity at Washington State University in 1 936, Circle K International had clubs around the world. Service opportunities for members ranged from a pen pal program with a local elementary school to spending time with residents at Sunnyside Retirement Community. Composed of representatives from each class, Class Council worked to unify each class through social gatherings, academic programs and community service. Members were elected each year to serve on a council for each class. Circle IC Jvv££rvvA£cOku i. Front Row: Alexis Bergen, Meredith Sizemore, Jenna Ashworth, Amanda Ressin, Elizabeth Allen; Back Row: Kelly Pilkerton, Jennifer Schwartz, Jillian Russell, Donna Jones, Marianne Bradshaw, Parag Parikh SQA cLxss Cou uiaIs 2 H: OfQa-niz iiOns Front Row: Sarah Kavianpour, Caitlin McPartland, Amber Richards, Margaret Eberly, Heather Shuttleworth; Second Row: Carlos Ruiz, Greg Hogan, Candace Avalos, Nicole Ferraro, Stephanie Kissam; Back Row: Brock Wallace, John Sutter, Evan Botello, Anthony Russo, Timmy Austen Club Cheer ' s main purpose was to compete at the regional and national levels. The team was very competitive against varsity teams at other universities, which was seen as a huge accomplishment since Club Cheer was self-run and self-funded. clulrCUeer Front Row: Janey Tazzioli, Audrey Smith, Ashley Yates, Christine Maniey, Sarah Perkinson; Second Row: Kelly Gooch, Amanda Michetti, Maria Schmitt, Rebecca Marksteiner, Casey Drumheller, Lindsey Wall; Back Row: Ashley Ward, Christine Borkowski, Julia Dates, Katie Gorham, Jess Griffin, Sarah Sams Club Cross Country and Track Club focused on offering an enjoyable environment for runners to train and compete. The team dedicated much of its time to organizing a sports festival for the mentally challenged in the local community. cLdr Cress Cou dj TtaJi Front Row: Anne Ralston, Laura Cascio, Amy Sullivan; Second Row: Brittany Burke, Alii Ayres, Laura Wheat; Back Row: Eric Sch- ramm, James Ashworth, Jake Fishman, Matt Harmon Unmrsdij Or O-mzo-iLOns 235 A 4 resU. ShurL By Matt Johnson A TresU. Shirt Kappa Alpha Theta began its first full year at the university Alpha Theta (KAT) saw many firsts this year. The sisters leir first full year at the university and moved onto campus lo the Giee k community. enja B Mig a part of the Greek community, and they have ally sHiiportive with us coming onto campus, said senior Bos rth, president of the sorority. The university ' s chapter officially began in December 2007, after Ildents had pledgeithe sorority a month prion incc they joined the Greek community, KAT instantly became in- volved, supporting SafeRides, Student Ambassadors, Greek Week, Relay for Life and many more organizations. We just really try to support everyone, said junior Kristin Kleis, vice president of public relations. We try to go out to everything. KAT also helped raise money for Court Appointed Special Advo- cates [CASA] during its first philanthropy week, an organization that represented abused and neglected children in court. Our philanthropy is CASA, and [philanthropy week] went really well, said Kleis, who worked with the sorority to raise more than $500. It was a great learning experience. We raised some mon- ey for the CASA nationally We even donated some to the CASA of Staunton. Another first for the sorority was having the opportunity to move onto campus. The building in the Treehouses that used to be Elm (a freshman dorm) provided KAT with a house on Greek Row. We were excited to get [the house], said Bosworth. It ' s been amazing living there. I ' ve gotten closer to all the ladies on my floor and it ' s been a great experience. The year also brought KAT its first rush week. We had our first recruitment process, which went really well, said Kleis. We did take quota this year, which is good in sorority terms. Overall, KAT did well during its first year at the university, meet- ing each new experience with passion and enthusiasm. I think we met all those firsts in strides, said Kleis. I think that we had our ups and downs, but for the most part, the sisters really represented what our values are and really showed that they can be a strong organization here at JMU. Kleis also believed that the diverse group of women was excited to not only be a part of the Greek community, but also to be a part of something bigger. Bosworth felt that the sorority was a strong organization. [We have a] strong sisterhood, said Bosworth. Even though it ' s only been a year, the bond that we ' ve established is really strong. Kleis said, It ' s a very supportive community. [It] gives its mem- bers every opportunity to excel here at )MU. Overall, KAT became a very close family in less than a year, with many of its sisters becoming close friends. It ' s been a great experience, said sophomore Jessica Barnett. I ' ve met a lot of great sisters that have become some of my best friends. It ' s helped me improve my leadership skills, and it ' s helped me enjoy college more. 2S6 Or niz.a.iwns AS part of Kappa Alpha Theta ' s first fall recruitment, recruits sophomore Allie Graff and junior Tracy Galofaro socialize at a rush event. The Eta Rho chapter began at the university in 2007. Photo by Lauren Baggage kj ffn(x, ALylx x, TUeLx Front Row: Jess Valsechi, Stephanie Kissam, Maria Gandolfo, Shelby Trumble, Samantha Reynolds, Christa Samaha, Summer Loub, Kathleen Lee; Second Row: Lauren Babbage, Katelyn Hodges, Michael Fuzy, Michele Topping, Katie Minese, Chelsea Ronayne, Danielle Chelena, Jenny Sinnott; Third Row: Jessica Chambers, Jordan Huskey, Becki Schumm, Kelsey Owens, Katie Duffy, Amanda Rutherford, Kim Burkins, Ashley Barbee, Rebecca Thomas; Back Row: Kerri Lawrence, Landry Bosworth, Carly Arnwine, Lindsay Dornan, Jessica DiLeo, Jessica Maurer, Sarah Pryor, Katherine Reis, Emily Dean, Julie Piepenbring Ka a Alpk Tkeia 2 ( CKOp-rilAjLs l -l HOISTING signs onto their backs, members of Madison Equality make sure safety is a priority during their community service. The group picked up litter along Gay Street in Harrisonburg. Phofo SWINGING the door closed, a student enters the closet. The structure was set out on the Commons for a day so students could write their thoughts on the inside walls and then come out of the closet. P iofo courtesy 0 Leigh Williami : ..i. TAKING a moment to goof off, group members balance on the railroad tracks by Gay Street. The clean up project was part of Madison Equality ' s commitment to service. Phoio Louiteiyolieigh Williams Front row: Kristina Blehm, Leinaala Robinson, Kelly Clouston,JoelleTea5ley, Leigh Williams, Naomi De Gallery; Back Row: Marjorie Cook, Alesha Godino, Juliana Cochran, Kristin Engelmann, Tori Lannetti, Gemma Hobbs Madi Equality spread acceptanAe of the lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgendered communities By Caitlin Harrison Madison Eqi ity went through many changes throughout the gHyon Dneof |e re QVV RIpirin g the group more, said junior MeHssa Brown, I prjpneatoftlie c-b. We ' re also dying to be more inclusive of thetrans rrdelHrbranJJBBbe Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Trans- ge j Tic yJJil commi Btovtraight supporters. We want Fone to feel safe and w-eWURT : of the group ' s newest additions was the Coming Out Closet A wooden structure, rectangular in shape and meant to look like a closet, was set out on the Commons on Oct. 11, which was National Coming Out Day. The concept is that anj ' one can go in, confidentially write any secret they might have on the inside of the closet, and then literally and figuratively ' come out ' about it, said sophomore Lei Robinson, the events coordinator for the group. The Coming Out Closet was part of Madison Equality ' s annual GayMU week, where they handed out free purple and gold T-shirts that read: Gay? Fine By Me. Anyone on the Commons who wanted one could take one, and at the end of the day, everyone took a pic- ture together. It ' s a just movement to involve everyone — gay, straight, trans- gendered, or whatever you may identify as — who is OK with the LGBT community, said Brown. A little way to say ' Hey, 1 support you guys. ' A simple shirt can help someone who is insecure in their owTi identity feel more comfortable on campus. Another way that Madison Equality got the word out about the LGBT community was through classroom panels. Professors invit- ed three to four members of Madison Equality to come and discuss with their class. They ' re a great way of putting a human face to the LGBT cause, said sophomore Faith DeGallery, the educational coordinator for the group. 1 think it ' s a lot easier for people to identify and re- late to a person rather than a paragraph in a textbook. Their func- tion is primarily to educate the campus on LGBT issues and to give students a unique opportunity to understand what it ' s like to be somebody who is LGBT. Madison Equality usually did about 30 to 40 panels each semester, and the group was recognized for their work with a Dolley Award in Outstanding Educational Programs from the university. Madison Equality ' s mission was to promote acceptance and tol- erance through awareness and education, because the group be- lieved everyone deserved to find a place where they fit in. My favorite part of Madison Equality has to be knowing that we are making a safe place for people to be who they are, regardless of their sexual orientation, gender identity, race, religion [or] political affiliation, said BrowTi. I think that ' s unique when we live in such a divisive society. TYiadiSon t iiAdiii 239 Holding tryouts once a semester for new members, Club Softball welcomed anyone who had played softball in a competitive environment. The team recently joined the National Club Softball Association. CLdrSofUridL Front Row: Erin Henning, Courtney Wallace, Jill Zeller, Kristen Taylor, Kristin Wojtowycz, Haley Harmon, Kelly Nardo; Back Row: Lauren Ellis, Nicki Averse, Shelby Webb, Shea Thomas. Rosalie Serra, Lynsey Carter, Kelly Weber, Amanda Reeves Furthering the goals of the Democratic Party both on campus and in the surrounding community, College Democrats had been active since 1 975. It was the only group on campus officially associated with the Democratic National Convention. ow: NoraTMcL Front Row: NoraTWcLeese, Angela Barbosa, Michelle Woods, Sophie Brown, Sherry Vaughan, MelanieGoff; Back Row: Ed Rozynski, Kevin Settle, Megan Sanko, David McKinney, Hana Uman, Dimitry Pompee, Andy Eblin, Parth Joshi 290 Or amziO-iLOns R Covdje orxru gospel SAssjiers BrittanyHop Front Row: Felicia Bracey, Devan Ellison, Telmyr Lee, Tyiesha Brooks, Amy Leggett, Brittnie Sykes, Lauren Smith, BrittanyTTopkins, Brittany Ransome, Erica Ponder; Back Row: Nideria Brown, Cyndle Hash, Grace Flanagan, Cassandra Howell, Heavenly Hunter, Demetrius Lancaster, Danielle Blue, Korey Lamb, Jasetta Perkins, Doron White Established as an organization in 1 972 under the Center for IVIulticultural Student Services, Contemporary Gospel Singers ' goal was to spread the gospel through music. Members used the gift of music to lend a hand and guide others. Truth, self-sacrifice and friendship were the three fundamental values of Delta Delta Delta, whose members focused largely on their philanthropic connection to St. Jude Children ' s Research Hospital. The university ' s chapter raised more than $25,000 for this and other charities in the past year. Front Row: Stephanie Galing, Sara Arizzi, Jillian Boyd, Caitlin Nicholson; Second Row: MelanieTorano, Callie McGee, Stephanie Peace, IVloira Gallagher, Sonja Webster, Meg Gerloff, Alicia Grasso, Rebecca Trudel, Cristen Cravath; Third Row: Jenna Stone, Ashley Jensen, Jackie McKay, Laura Spinks, Stacy Mackin, Jamie Puhek, Olivia Fritsche, Vi Nguyen, Sara Kraus, Grace O ' Sullivan, Kate Freshwater, Leslie Boyer; Back Row: Anne Blessing, Alison Malinchak, Skyla Thomas, Lauren Coble, Samantha Platania, Arlene Carney, Ashley Ward, Courtney Koncelik, Jessica Williams, Alyssa Whitby, Lindsey Halverson, Lauren Harris, Kate Klipfel, Christina HIatky UniversLtij Or nizaiLons 291 SLxiH. vDukIl BRACED for the rebound, junior Miitt PrjII keeps his eye on the ball. The team placed first in the East Coast Basketball League. Hhoto by Natalie Wall JUMPING for the shot, junior David Ramsey soars over his competition. The team used the facilities in the University Recreation Center to host home games. Photo by Natalie Wall 292 Or amzaiions Front Row: Jake Ruppert, David Ramsey, Thomas McNally, Luke Atwood, Curtis Houper, Steven Asher, Mike Grant; Second Row: Caleb Jones, Brian Veith, Man Wetherbee, Chase Ahmad, Bilal Ahman, Zach Bauer; Back Row: Andy Pierce, Graham Griffith, David Anderson, Matt PralLTodd Crissey, Mohamud Mohamud, Matt Chnstopher ARMSjraised in a grouf) huddiffthe team merrti( rj psych themselves up for ' game. The team did si by playfrig like a unii thani handful of mj ndividuals, accordj graduate studei Anderson. Photo b Wall sLcu u By Steph Synoracki Men ' s Club Basketball was named the university ' s 2008 Sports Club of the Year Feet piimfc,tterect across the court, the buzzer sounded, and 4llmMmm )wd clieere the crowocTTeefed in excitement; the men ' s club basketball team had just i- the East Coast Basketball League (ECBL). The club basl gflteam beat Virginia Tech 68-63 in the final round of the CoacT and graduate student )ake Ruppert led the 19 other mem- bers o h am through intense practices and energetic games as the n Bied a brotherhood with one another during the sea- ie like I belong to a big family of 20 brothers, said graduate student Dave Anderson. Our personalities just work well together and we immediately became great friends. Before games, the men listened to a warm-up mix on a boom box that they brought everywhere, according to senior Andy Pierce. The music helped them loosen up and prepare for the game. Aside from joining in the team rituals, Pierce had two of his own. First, he would eat a peanut butter and jelly sandwich before each game. Second... I untie my shorts, re-tuck in my jersey and then re-tie my shorts. If I forget either of these things, my whole game is thrown off, said Pierce. The team practiced in the Memorial Hall gymnasium two to three times a week and played about 40 games during the season. One of the most memorable matches, according to junior Mohamud Mo- hamud, was the game against Howard University. We won in a close contest where our team showed heart and determination... I think that will help guide us to more victories in the future, said Mohamud. Another game that stood out to team members was ]MU Jambo- ree. The men were divided into two different teams, purple and gold. The purple team lost to Richmond in overtime during the semifinals. It was really rewarding to see the gold team beat Rich- mond by over 20 points. It just shows how deep our team is, said Anderson. The men had something else to be proud of. They went from being ranked number 34 in sports clubs at the university to being named 2008 Sports Clubofthe Year as voted by a panel from the Univer- sity Recreation Center. In addition to playing a game all the players loved, team members volunteered at the local Boys and Girls Club. The team visited the boys and girls twice a semester and played basketball with them. It is a great experience for the team, because I believe we are benefiting just as much as the kids, said Mohamud, the community service chain Ruppert recalled some of his best times with the team. One of my favorite memories is turning the team around to a well-respected, winning organization, said Ruppert. The friendships I have made with these 19 other individuals is something I will always remem- ber during my time at James Madison. Tfien ' s CliAh Basi eihdl 293 7evui£r CoV aM Cj}jre, By Sarah Chain Lianne Palmatier Tb J £r Lo The Nursing Stud committe Co xe ssociation was ' helping others In a major committed to serving the community, nursing stu- dents joined ' ¥be Nursing Student Association [NSA] to further their dedication. In addition to community service, NSA involved student mentorship and scholarship under the mission of the Vir- ginia Nur r Student Association (VNSA). This is similar to the mission of jMU NSA, but on a larger scale, incorporating most nursing schools throughout Virginia, said se- ji Tlaura Hudgens, president of the group. VNSA holds an an- nual conference for nursing schools in the state, which gives our local chapter a chance to shine at the state level. The university ' s NSA had won the most active constituency award for six of the past seven years. Although the nursing program did not begin until a student ' s junior year, NSA provided an opportunity to learn more about the field as an underclassman. Students had the chance to organize blood drives and alcohol awareness events. The organization tried to become more involved in community service activities on campus. This semester we started an alcohol awareness campaign in order to educate students about respon- sible drinking, said Hudgens. Our campaign included an alcohol awareness Hollywood Squares game, and a benefit concert to raise money for Mothers Against Drunk Driving. Another major part of the alcohol awareness campaign was the placement of 1400 black balloons in the Integrated Sciences and Technology [ISAT] building, with each balloon representing the alcohol-related death of a college student. There was an awesome response from that, and we even had sta- tistics on the plasma TVs in ISAT, said senior Rachel Brown, vice president of NSA. The campaign not only provided awareness of responsible drink- ing, but also gave the organization face time around the univer- sity. In the past we have primarily volunteered throughout the Harri- sonburg community, but this year we are trying to be more actively involved in the JMU campus, said Hudgens, whose favorite activity this year was the 12 Days of Christmas project. Through the project, the NSA sponsored a local family in need to make its holiday season better. This gave members the chance to give back and meet people in the community. For 12 days in December we either drop gifts off at their house or take the children out for an activity, said Hudgens. Activities included movie nights, seeing The Nutcracker, or taking the chil- dren to get their pictures taken with Santa. Just the other day me and a group of members took two young girls of a family to see Madagascar 2 at the movie theater, said se- nior Morgan Gentry. Just knowing that all of us taking our time to hang out w ith them really made them happy, made me appreciate what our organization does. Hudgens, who had participated in the project since her fresh- man year, loved the project because she knew how much the help meant to parents. NSA provided the opportunity for nursing students to share their passion with other people. Brown summed it up. To know that you are making a difference in a person ' s life is priceless. 29 Org ntz tcc?n5 DRESSED in themed attire, junior Katya Chopivsl y enjoys the dance. To see the smile on the seniors ' faces was touching, and their excitement and giddiness over tal ing pictures with ' Elvis ' was such a great sight, said Chopivsky, Photo courtesy of Laura Hudgens Front Row: Alexandra Norris, Sara Hill, Alexa Greenstein, Kristin Parisi, Rachel Lauren Brown, Laura Hudgens, Nicole Santarsiero, Cari Zuckerman; Second Row: Morgan Gentry, Brooke Garrity, Pamela Elias, Jenna Baker, Ashley Viars, Samantha Chason, Julie Penfield, Jenny Hunter: Back Row: Whitney Hodgen, Claire Guenthner Ashlyn Wallace, Rebecca Hatch, Mary Margaret Morgan, Rachel Otto, Sarah Buhrman, Katya Chopivsky Tlt rsmg GiiAdeni AssodaiLon 293 ' I The Delta Sigma Theta African-American sisterhood was committed to public service and academic achievement. Delta Sigma Theta held an Annual Date Auction, Annual Crimson and Cream Affair and Fashion Show, and a Unity Cookout. elkx, S uij4iiv TUeLx, Front Row: MynlkTaylor, Ashton Jones, Rashaunda Jackson, Adriane Lanier, L. Nell Smircina, Ashley Daniels; Back Row: Ivaco Clarke, Nicole Carter, Courtney Dixon, Jerrica Browder, Vernita Fisher, Marissa Blair In service to the music community, Kappa Kappa Psi (KKPsi) consisted of leaders dedicated to activities inside and outside the band. The Marching Royal Dukes, the School of Music and other community music programs all benefited from KKPsi ' s dedication to service. iCxppx, kjxppx, T!s c m 2% OrQamza.tLOns Front Row: Erica Lambert, Stephanie Hunt, Ashley Porter, Vicki Stratton, Rebecca Ledebuhr, Jennifer Koch, Caitlin Callahan, Jill Stover; Sec- ond Row: Alexander Davis, Kimberly Woods, Michelle Drauszewski, Rachel Ledebuhr, Ashley Fuller, Brian Giordano, Alexandra Gawler, Kelsey Holland; Back Row: William Deacon, Bret Zawilski, Daniel Carpenter, Durrell Lew is, Steven Colella, Kevin O ' Brien, Patrick Haggerty, Avery Daugherty t£Uji0V S SSKsJ ' iass: k Front Row: Renee Revetta, Alexandrea Ellis, Amanda Rogers, Courtney Shimer, Claire Howell, Rachel Caro, Ashley Banek, Jenna Thibault; Second Row: Kerry Doyle, Kamryn East, Samantha Silva, Alison Swanner, Sarah Heller, Alicen Harris-McDonnell, Brittany Barbou, Brittany Tyler; Third Row: Emily Sushko, Heather Ford, Jen Davis, Heather Ballew, Melissa Fischer, Melissa Bechard, Brittany Sarver, Alyssa Dennis, Kaitlyn Kapach; Back Row: Allie Dixon, Summer Childrey, Jessica Bailey, Megan Hayes, Courtney Rauch, Gaby Fulton, Lauren deCelle, Lauren Yuhosz, Kaitlin Ewen, Kayla Strickland o v cs£or cA v5 The goal of Madison Dance was to provide a creative outlet for students who loved to dance. The members had a show at the end of each semester, which showcased about 1 routines they practiced. - GuicSO V ' 5) XkU:£. Commitment to social and service events distinguished Madison Historians from other organizations that focused on just academics. One of the group ' s major projects was the creation and placement of historical highway markers that told a brief history of the university. Front Row: Emily Gardiner, Matt Dickard, Jeremy Lyons, Shannon Kudlick, Amanda Scheffer, Amy Cerminara, Ashley Sako, Holly Hartman; Back Row: Sarah Mink, Lauren Kade, Daniel Smith, Julianne Tarabek, Zachary Cady, Alyssa Fisher, Matthew Richard Unmrsiii Or amzaiLons 297 4-AxsL Jk Y res to vs By Steph Synoracki Stufent Ambassadors showed off the ' campus to prospective students At any point during the school day, students donning purple col- lared jte coifld be seen throughout campus leading a group of eag| otehtial students and their families around the university ' s cajMus. These tour guides were the university ' s Student Ambas- § s an ambassador, a studeri| as given the chance to make a dif- ference 111 someone ' s decisitm to attend our amazing university, saTn senior Kristina ErkenBrack, president of the organization. I get to tell students how friendly everyone is and what they will experience on campus, and then 1 get to watch them walk around wide-eyed as they realize it ' s true. Each ambassador became interested in the organization for a different reason, junior Christina Hillgrove ' s dad was a tour guide at the university and he inspired her to join Student Ambassadors with the stories he told of his tours. At first, I wanted to have a lasting impact on undecided seniors or excited juniors visiting JIMU, and then it became about leaving a lasting impact upon the community, jMU and prospective students alike, said Hillgrove. Senior Heather Cote, vice president of membership, had the uni- versity at the top of her list and was proud to be a Duke. I saw Student Ambassadors helping out with so many different aspects of campus, and they always seemed like they had such a good time together, said Cote. Not only is it an organization that makes a huge difference on our campus, but everyone in Student Ambas- sadors is truly close and shares genuine friendships that extend far beyond the college years. Junior Lauren Patrick was in her sophomore year and consider- ing transferring to another school when she stumbled upon Stu- dent Ambassadors. I knew I had to do something to feel a part of 29 Or anLzatLons this school, said Patrick. I researched all of the clubs and organi- zations and kept coming back to Student Ambassadors. They were a tight knit, amazing bunch that were so involved. I wanted that. During the application process, more than 300 students applied for membership. It was a tough and grueling process for both ap- plicants and current members of Student Ambassadors, but those who were accepted brought dedication to the organization. Student Ambassadors went through a big change during the 2008- 2009 school yean As president, ErkenBrack implemented changes to the organization ' s outreach committee. Part of our motto is ' Serving present students, ' and we wanted to improve on how we did that, said ErkenBrack. The newly re-formed committee worked with other campus or- ganizations to recognize the hard work individuals put forth on campus. The Outreach committee also sponsored the first Words of Wisdom: Defining the Madison Experience, where the organiza- tion brainstormed new ways to serve the present student body. The members of Student Ambassadors were involved in many cam- puswide activities throughout the year, including Operation Santa Claus and Family Weekend. Members also worked with the Office of Alumni to create a Student Alumni Association, encouraging stu- dents to be contributing alumni to JMU from day one, said Cote. As part of this new program, street teams were formed, composed of Student Ambassadors who scoped the university campus looking for students in college apparel. Those in school colors received gift cards to local businesses and those wearing clothes from another college received gift certificates to the university bookstore so they could purchase university apparel. As Hillgrove said, Student Ambassadors are truly people who have selflessly dedicated their talents to serve others. LADIES from Student Ambassadors entertain the university community as part of Operation Santa Claus. The group held the event as a fundraiser for Harrisonburg Rockingham Social Services. Photo courtesy of Kristina ErkenBrack StiMiei AiMlrcLSS Jbrs Front Row: Nick Zurlo, Jen Morganstern.Tara Vaezi, Alison Huffstetler, Rebekah Goldman, Alice Riley Ryan, Emily Perry, Brittany Ed- strom, Christa Samaha, Eve Karlin; Second Row: Jessica Huddleston, Allie Weissberg, Melissa Noble, Rachel Navarrete, Irina Rasner, Kelsey Pack, Ashley Elstro, Rachel Bruton, Casey Hazlegrove, Janine Morrison, Heather Cote, Allyson Toolan, Kristin Alexander; Back Row: Kim Wheeler, Evan Witt. Bryan Couch, Christine Hillgrove, Katie Manges. Emma Young, Connor Birkner, Tim O ' Keefe, Zachary Devesty, Athony Russo, James Morrissey, Kristina ErkenBrack, Sarah Marr GiiAdeni AiM.hassadors 299 4 JS(f to ilx£, Occy sio SERVING fellow students, senior Chiquita King works the caesar salad line on the Thursday night before Thanksgiving break at SGA Serves You at D-Hall. SGA members took the place of dining services employees for a night to interact with the student body. ' ' 1) !o I ' v i - :hr ' __inan HEADING up the medium line, junior Nicole Ferraro pumps up the crowd at the anticipated Purple Out T-shirt distribution on the Friday night before the Homecoming game. SGA members gave out 3,000 shirts each year. Photo by Leslie Covin Siude: overvuHjevvt TO-jO( A A-tL OtA_ ' ■° ' ' ow:Mindy Gross, Trishena Farley, Leslie Cavin, Stephanie Kissam, Susanna Chacko, Chiquita King, Matthew Silver, Susan Ghanem, Kathleen Lee, Areizo Said; Second Row: Sean Banks, Sarah Kavianpour. Caitlin McPartland, Amber Richards, Jacob Ewers, Nicole Ferraro, Margaret Eberly, Chelsea Ronayne, Laura Spinks, Heather Shuttleworth, Larson Thune; Third Row: Greg Hogan, Katherine Cole, Ashlyn Wallace, Karen Stefanski, Anthony Russo, Victor Gyamfi, Timmy Austen, Fred Rose, Andrew Elgert, Adam Hall Candace Avalos; Last Row: Brock Wallace, Justin Broughman, John Scott, Bryan Moen, Tommy Bluestein, John Sutter, Evan Botello, 300 Organizations Carlos Ruiz, Katilin Solomon, Dan Stana ASgraduate Lindsa, Dowel passes thetorch, junior Cdndace Avalos becomes the new vice president of student affairs. At theend-of-the- year executive transition banquet, seniors left underclassmen with valuable words of wisdom. Photo by Leslie Covin By Katie Thisdell TZ SC io iUe. Ocovscovc Student Government Association represent, inform, serve and edu The Su t Government Association (SGA) wanted ail students to JiavJHoice on campus. More tlian 100 elected senators repre- sente me university community. I really like being involved in decisions for the greater good of the scl nd I like representing students, said sophomore ss president John Sutter 1 like being the voice for the students. H like making sure their voices are heard by the administra- fhe members atteTOed w eekly Senate meetings on Tuesday eve- nings, in addition to their individual committee meetings. They made decisions on everything from how much money different campus organizations should receive, to what types of food to in- clude at the biannual SGA Serves You at D-Hall nights. SGA was divided into eight committees: academic affairs, com- munications and internal affairs, community affairs, diversity affairs, finance, food services, legislative action and student ser- vices. Students voted for representatives to Class Council, which represented each academic year, and the Executive Council, which represented the student body. Student Body President senior Larson Thune joined the organi- zation the previous year because he wanted to have a first hand role in improving the student body. My goal is to bring more awareness to the questions students are asking about, said Thune. Throughout the year, guest speak- ers went to Senate meetings to talk about student concerns such as voter registration. Senior Caitlin Briska, the chair of the legislative action commit- members strove to cate their fellow students tee, said SGA ' s largest project was focused on the fall election. More than 1,600 students registered to vote and applied for absentee ballots. SGA also organized a mock presidential debate and a bus service to the polls. Our voter registration project was a lot of work, but affected a lot of students, said Briska. Many members, including sophomore Laura Spinks, learned leadership by being involved with SGA. 1 plan to use the skills that I ' ve learned here later in my life, said Spinks, who wanted to be involved in government in the future. Sutter agreed, and said he learned how to work with groups of students and debate effectively. You don ' t really get the whole scope of being a leader until you ' re actually practicing it, he said. Thune was impressed by the dedication and involvement of the senators. He said he had been in other groups that were not as structured and efficient. This is a cool experience to work with an organization full of highly motivated student leaders, he said. Throughout the week, members could be found in the SGA office in Taylor Hall. Whether planning SGA events or just doing home- work, it was a busy place. I sometimes feel like 1 live in the office, said Sophomore Class Treasurer Brock Wallace. SGA was a large time commitment, but was worth it for most members. As Sutter listed his weekly meetings and projects, he said, You want to put time into it to reach out to constituents. It ' s also what you put into it. GiiA-deni (kovernmeni Assodaiion 301 Focused on providing opportunities to learn and apply marketing principles, Madison Marketing Association was a nonprofit orga- nization that operated independently from the marking depart- ment at the university. Its main event was the Etiquette Banquet, which provided net- working opportunities for its members. Mxdisovs Front Row: Emma Laverty, BIythe Klippstein, Heather Hancock; Back Row: Laura Harrington, Michael Fleming, Casey Fagan The Mozaic Dance Club provided both men and women with the opportunity to express themselves through dance in a team atmosphere. Members held a hip-hop clinic every third Monday of each month, encouraging dancers of all levels to learn something new. ' MjO ' tXjic (XJ uie 302 Of amzaiiOns Front Row: Sandra Iran, Maya Fiellin, Sue Kim, Zena Saadeh, Katelyn Johnson, Leila Saadeh; Second Row: Rachel Schmitt, Meredith Routt, Reza Mina, Kendra Burek, Rebecca Lesnoff, Melissa Swaringen; Back Row: Mary Sheehan, Karlyn Williams, Nicole Sanders, Lindsay Harmon, Justine Noel, Nideria Brown tiULxcvyS The NAACP worked to educate the public about the adverse effects of racial discrimination. Unity Weekend was the organization ' s main event, a series of programs that worked to bring together campus organizations and their members. MAAci? Front Row: Tracy Lanier, Krishna Ingram, Ashley Smith; Back Row: Alan VanellTanique Carter, Sean Smith, Stephanie Reese, Crystal Prigmore National Society of Minorities in Hospitality, established at the university in 1 998, was a business-based club that addressed the diversity and the career development of its members. The goal of the club was to develop and strengthen a working relationship between student members and professionals in the hospitality industry. Front Row: Emily O ' Day, Victoria Rama, Thanh Lam, Kierra Jones, Erika Maxberry, Aisha Alami; Second Row: Je e Wasserman, Dennis Romero, Ashley Pond, Ambrish Patel, Sharnell Myles, Jeremy Bramow, Deborah Barnett, Amy Hunt; Back Row: Christopher Shockey, Chirag Patel, Allen Green, Lucy Romeo, Bnttany Rosato, Frank Fleming, Anmol Sidhu, Katrina Crammer, Cathy Snyder (Advisor) lAmv rs{.i( OfQanizaiLons 303 ■f-oj vLovj All ■(-ryiei As SOPHOMORE Micliae Foote takes a quiet moment before his gold belt test. Ranks were differentiated by color and degree. Photo courteiy ._ ' Julia Schoelwer CLUB members prepare for their belt tests in November. Correctly performing patterns and breakings allowed members to move up in rank. Photo courtesy of Julia Schoelwer Front Row: Emilee Wirshing, Matthew Silver, Shannon Nelson, Sachiko Hanamura, Alexandra Kelley, Dana Jacobsen; Second Row; Julia Schoelwer, Anthony Balady, Ryan Farrell, Peter Chan, Jon Asgari James Morrissey; Back Row: Adam Moyer, Leo Dove, Sean Yeisley, Piro Polo, Joshua Schuchman, Adam Wermus I The T Kwan Do ClubStla By Matt Johnson r knowlecf c ared thei For man e, Tae Kwon Do was seen as a cool way to fight the bad gu TO Hfe members of the university ' s club, it was about learnthgthe art and making friends. One difference that set the Tae Kwon Do Club apart from other cluHgjps that the members were actually learning the art, and wepPPsch working to improve their own skills. A professional in- st ctorjohn Price, led each meeting along with other students and worked witli the members to help them move up in the ranks. a try to run [the meetings] as close to a [Tae Kwan Do] school sible, said junior Julia Schoelwer, who first taught Tae Kwan Do while still in high school. We have actual forms and combina- flWR that people need to learn. We teach them proper martial arts. We have belt tests and belt ceremonies. Teaching its members and helping them perfect the art was the club ' s focus. Senior Joshua Schuchman, president of the club, said they were constantly practicing. If you can do something slow, we then make it fast, said Schuch- man. If you are fast, we make it smooth and accurate. It all kind of builds. Another aspect that the members enjoyed was the atmosphere and the opportunity to interact with one another. You ' re getting together to learn how to fight, said senior Dana Jacobsen, who described the atmosphere of the club as fun and friendly. That ' s pretty cool, that ' s different. We ' re a very close club, we hang out with each other, said Schoe- of martial arts Iwer. When someone ' s sick, we look after them. Schuchman liked the respect members had for each other I love the ' Yes, sir ' attitude, he said. So often we forget the simple cour- tesy of respect in life. A few hours a week where everyone is sir or ma ' am is a good thing. Not only were the members respectful, but they also took what they learned and grew from it personally. I think Tae Kwon Do is great, said Jacobsen. It definitely boosts your confidence, and teaches you to think on your own because you have to be able to be motivated yourself to want to learn. I like that it gives you confidence to be able to tackle the next belt. New for the club this year was a practice facility built in the base- ment of Godwin Hall. The University Recreation Center [UREC] recently took three of the old racquetball courts in Godwin and knocked down the walls between them and has built us a room, said Schoelwer. It ' s really nice. It gives us a place to hang punching bags. We ' re going to have lots of space, nice wooden floors, mirrors... it ' s beautiful. We ' re very excited about it. Overall, the members of the Tae Kwon Do club not only improved their skills within the art, but also changed as people. I love this club, said Schuchman. It has opened my eyes to a whole way of going about things, like how to work as a team and still excel on your own. 1 love how people change during their time here. They grow while training, it ' s just so cool to watch. T e KiA n Vo CIiaIc? 305 eAT Jkv ' R£y ieui By Lianne Palmatier N Thp Rlup tnnp «;t;iff wnrkpH tnnpthpr During the la vveek of classes in the spring, the telltale yellow Penske truck made its way around campus. The Bluestone had ar- rived. Students pcned over the yearbook to see what was featured and which pictures made it in. B eh ioid e scenes, writers, photographers, designers and editors had en working on the book since March 2008. With deadlines, sti s and diligence, the staff made sure the yearbook would be lilable to the student body in the spring. the editoiialJ wjM-ked 14-hour deadline days to organize a rlwiiul of pho P s, stories and layouts that cluttered The Bluestone ' s office. By the end of the process, students had a 400- page book that represented their year at school, with little knowl- edge of the initial puzzle the editors and staff had to deal with. The puzzle began with an application process that led to stu- dents being assigned several tasks to produce the final product. Deadlines throughout the year kept the staff intensely busy. The number of pages due at times seemed never-ending, but the edi- tors ensured that all pages were submitted on time, a feat that they were proud of We all pull together to get things done, said junior Sarah Chain, copy editor of The Bluestone. I ' ll probably feel like a proud mother when it finally comes out in the spring. The staff worked hard throughout the year to produce a maga- zine-style narrative of life around the university. Students who had never been on staff learned first-hand what production consisted of, including the time commitment and the importance of being a representative for The Bluestone. This is my first year on The Bluestone said Chain. 1 did my high school yearbook for a bit when I was a freshman, but it was noth- The Bluestone staff worked together to create more than just a scrapbook ing like this. Being an editor is a huge time commitment, and I feel much more invested in the book. Invested in making the book dynamic, staff and editors played a vital role in making sure deadlines were met. This is my first year on ed board, so things were very differ- ent, said senior Leslie Cavin, creative director. 1 feel like 1 have a much bigger part in this book and 1 get to see the whole thing put together for the first time. Before, being a designer, 1 would just design the spread and then not see it again until I saw the book in the spring. Despite the stress, the staff banded together to accomplish the goal of giving the student body a book of memories. Because of this, friendships developed and made dealing with deadlines a little eas- ier I ' ve begun to form a really close bond with the other ed board girls, said junior Rebecca Schneider, managing editor You learn a lot about each other, especially after a 14-hour day for deadline. We can get pretty silly, or sometimes annoyed, but all in all, we comple- ment each other very well. The Bluestone staff also had the opportunity to travel and make connections with others to swap ideas for future yearbooks. This summer, I had the chance to go to New Orleans for a year- book workshop sponsored by our publisher, Taylor, said Schneider It ' s awesome to come together with all of the other ' yearbook nerds, ' who turned out to be some of the coolest people I ' ve met in my travels. All in all, the staff came together to produce a keepsake that stu- dents could enjoy. 306 OrQamzaiions TRUSTY red pen in hand, senior Joanna Brenner reads over the third edits of an organization story. As editor in chief, Brenner had the final say on all copy and design. Photo bv Natalie Wall J Mlk ' i H. J H • L S H ? ' 4 Jf K- m aL I M H B ' o . M .. ,V.J| Wa ■-Si 4j: a u m 1 1 It ' r i I Kf Jh| 5 hli h ' V IP BL PI TT- v ■f ' - 2(1 EmM Li i i A? ' ■r i . i 1 t . ..tt f 9 W v«k ' «k. B ' WITH a borrowed lens from The Bluestone office, junior Rebecca Schneider stands in the press pit at the Obama rally on campus. Staff members were given access alongside national media in the first rally by a presidential candidate in Harrisonburg since 1858. Photo by Natatlie Wall iTtxe luesio we Front Row: Lucy Romeo, Colleen IVlahoney, Kaylene Posey, Joanna Brenner, Sarah Chain, Leslie Cavin, Natalie Wall, Rebecca Sch- neider; Second Row: Caitlin Harrison, Katie Thisdell, Kristin McGregor, Parvina Mamtova, Caroline Blanzaco, Angela Barbosa, IVlegan Mori; Back Row: Steph Synoracki, Rebeca Leggett, Matthew Johnson, Casey Smith, Julia Simcox, Lauren Babbage, Shaina Allen TU BliAesione 307 Dedicated to decreasing rape and sexual assault on campus, members of One in Four presented a one-hour workshop to educate men on how to help a woman recover from a rape experience. The all-male group presented programs to residence halls and other organizations. O ve Aj -hour Front Row: Paul Perruzza, Peter Mooney, Duncan Campbell, Stephen Hunt; Back Row: Christopher Wood, Stephen McGinley, Andrew Hamilton Reese, Jaleal Sanjak, Michael De France, Jason Wallace Providing an opportunity to engage with other students who share their faith, members of the Orthodox Christian Fellowship (OCF) sponsored social and spiritual activities. OCF was a partnering organization with the Interfaith Coalition on campus. OrLkodos ChrxsLijKj - €110 )31 Front row: Nora Turner, Al-Sherkia, Amanda Predel, Samantha Syiek; Back Row: Thomas Manuel, Sam Williams, Peter Chekin 50 Organizations iXULAJMS SMffiWiy Dvericv xs Front Row: Mary Margaret Walsh, Gigi Galiffa, Shannon Spadt, Brittany Young, Laura Alderson, Sarah Smith; Back Row: Daniel Snyder, John Stafford, Michael Shields Jr., Bobby Creedon, Miguel Albornoz, David Rea, David Little Five albums boasted the musical talent of the university ' s popular coed a cappella group. Gaining new members by audition each semester, The Overtones encouraged anyone with an interest in singing to audition. Established in 1997, the Pre- Physical Therapy Society assisted undergraduate students in gaining knowledge about undergraduate programs and the field of physical therapy. The club hosted an annual physical therapy expo, giving students a chance to network with representatives from graduate schools. 7)rer7t usiCjxL TUercuyu Societu ? Bonaroti Kntviersttg Or anLz iions 309 % Front Row: Alaina Hesse, Will Jacob, Samantha Serone, Lauren Pierce; Back Row: Hallie Snyder, Qlianeisha Green, Marielle Bonaroti TUje. 4kMA.-fcoVl By Casey Smith Tt jE-A vxaJt 1 Members of the T(fialhlon Club swam, sprinted and pedared to the finish line Athletes in the Triathlon Chib were committed. Students ran, biked,aiuLswam:iin all kinds of terrains. While triathlons may have soinaied iiiamidating to some, others had no qualms about jump- in the pool, getting out on the other side to put on their sneak- fand pedaling their way to the finish line. iJuteveiy triathlon was an epic struggle, said sophomore No- elle Biirgess. fhe fronman races that were on television were in- sane, but people could do several different lengths of triathlons [at the university], including the sprint, the Olympic length, the Half- Ironman and Ironman. Personally, I enjoyed the Olympic length the best. Triathlons catered to many different athletes. Some students grew up swimming for their high school ' s or neighborhood ' s sum- mer teams; some ran track or cross country in high school, and some trained on their bikes a few hours a week. Whatever a per- son ' s background, triathlon had something to offer him or hen All the athlete had to do was fill in the gaps. I liked training for the swim the most, and I performed the best on it because I swam in high school, said Burgess. Swimming in a triathlon was very different compared to a pool with lane lines, but my background helped me either way. While almost every athlete had a specialty in a triathlon, each had a portion that needed improving. I had to train extremely hard for the running because it had nev- er come naturally to me, said senior Christina Wolf. If I missed a single day I felt like I had lost a year ' s worth of training — ridicu- lous, but it was true. While some already knew parts of a triathlon would be hard for them to complete, others had never even tried some things. Before Triathlons, I had never even touched a road bike, said Burgess. That part was always the hardest for me. Triathlon Club drew in athletes not only because it pro- vided a good source of exercise, but also because of the strong bond the team formed when doing such strenuous activity. When ath- letes struggled, they looked to one another for support, and more often than not, the person beside them was willing to help. I love the unity that triathlons bring, said senior Emily Haller, president of the club. Not everyone can say they have done a tri- athlon, but those who have show respect for everyone. Once athletes completed a triathlon, they realized there was no other sport like the one they had decided to take on. Triathlons were not a sport only a few special elite racers could do, said Haller. It was a sport with a huge learning curve. It was a sport where every type of athlete was shown and respected. If someone had the determination to do a race, then that in and of itself, was very special. Members of the club trained every day of the week, but never for- got how much they loved the sport they were working so hard for. I loved arriving the morning of the race to see bikes, athletes lined up for body marking, and the sun just beginning to peak out from the horizon, said graduate student Julie Gliesing. I loved everything about the sport; training outdoors, living an active life- style, and experiencing the camaraderie among athletes. It was im- portant to enjoy this sport; otherwise, it was pointless. The most important thing was to enjoy what we were doing, said Gliesing. We loved triathlons. We wouldn ' t have done them if we didn ' t. 510 Or amz:aiLons HANDS raised in enthusiasm, members of the Triathlon Club cheer on their teammates as they finish the race. Club members participated in the Angels Race Triathlon as part of the College Challenge, which drew college clubs from across Virginia and the Carolinas. P ioto courtesy o £m; y Haller Front Row: Emily Haller, Mae Hynes, Julie Fry, Jacqueline Palmer, Kathleen Thompson, Megan Lewis; Second Row: Mil e Jones, Stephanie Larson, Nicole Sanders, Eric Wagner, Katherine Welling, Andrea Brown, Dana Corriere; Back Row: Patrick Watral, Chris Brown, Tyler SteeL Mike Kern, Greg Bove, David Farber, Mike Bock TrAjxiUlcvy cLdr Tn Mon CliA-h 311 Actively encouraging students to become involved in department activities was the Psychology Club ' s main initiative. For those interested in job opportunities in psychology, the club also offered a chance to learn about available occupational and education opportunities. Front Row: Kailyn Lavoie, Kathy Wacks, Laura Zinn, Oksana Naumenko, Daisy Silva; Back Row: Shannon Taube, Robert Agler. Craig Abrahamson, David O ' Connor, Elise Freeman Sigma Gamma Rho and their programs were hallmarked by public service, education of youth and leadership development. The Lambda lota Chapter went inactive in 1997, but was reactivated in spring 2007. 512 Or MizaiLOnS Front Row: Candace Cottrell, Chervon Moore, Karia Smith, Victoria Gaines, Ashley Clarke; Back Row: Ashley Perry, Britnie Green, Rashonda Roberson, Jerrell Green, Angel Brockenbrough txLio xs Front Row: Telmyr Lee, Shayna Scoggins. Adriane Lanier, Tiara McKeever, Diachelle Crawley; Back Row: Ivaco Clarke, Angela Saunders, Jessie Salvador, Rashaunda Jackson The Students for Minority Outreach was a student- run organization that promoted the university as a progressive and ethnically diverse campus. Its members worked with the Admissions Office and participated in Take-A-Look Day and Prospective Students Weekend. 3 jth if PM ' f r— , ' ' 1 ■ ®. ' §i§ m. ' im 3 V ' 9 i ' : OWist Front Row: Melanie Flick, Julia Barnes, Brittany Knight, Amanda Banks, Amanda Bell, Geraldine Fiesta; Second Row: OWistophe IWcCharen, Lee Anne Ward, Grace McMahan, Amanda Rummel, Kariann Farenholtz, Sarah French, Sarah Klinger; Back Row: Gen evieve Clarkson, Chelsea Cockburn, Danielle Liette, Kayla Mittelman, Emily Long, Hilary Rocheleau The only band sorority at the university, Tau Beta Sigma promoted an appreciation of band music through recognition, leader- ship and education. Any student enrolled in a university music ensemble was eligible for membership. lAnmrsLii) Or anLzaiions 313 Part of the national union of Vietnamese Student Associations (VSA), the university ' s chapter promoted and celebrated the history of Vietnam. Its premiere event was the annual VSA Culture Show in the spring. Reaching out to students and the community was the purpose of Wesley Foundation. Members balanced community service in Sister 2 Sister and Brother 2 Brother with social gatherings like their annual Root Beer Keg Party. Or cKj i Front Row: Thanh-Thuy Nguyen, Natalie Ngu, Cathleen Nguyen, My-Ha Moon, Michelle Huynh, Thanh Nguygen, Christine Lam, Han Nguyen, Karen Sin; Back Row: Jacob Albert, Faheem Hamidzada, Minh Nguyen, Michael Nguyen, Jonathan Belmonte, Jason Chung, Julie Ha, Michael Wu, Alida Hunyh U)esl£X4 ToukuixLcoi I 31H OfQamzaiLons Front Row: Lacy Kegley, Lindsey Merritt, Christina Vandenbergh, Natalie Godwin, Melanie Demaree, Kimberly Campbell; Second Row: Brent Levy, Jenna Nelson, Tana Wright, Rachel Drummond, Stephanie Garrett, Annalisa Adams, Danielle Hodgkins, Rebecca Thomas, Jaynell Stoneman; Back Row: Matt Leslie, Bobby Dunne, Brayden Zanks, Jamie Jackson, Daniel Sumner, Andrew Hijjeh, Drew Richard, Mollie Brooks, Mike Klein tcsJUcvys Begun as a coed team in the early 1990s and later divided into separate men ' s and women ' s teams in 1998, Women ' s Club Water Polo invited anyone to join and play on an intercollegiate level. Have fun and play hard were their only requirements. P kJom£vc s UJcUjer Thlc Front Row: Chelsea Verdin, Julie Fry, Rachel Zimmerman, Jillian Pope, Allison Spangler, Emily DeMeo; Second Row: Katie Jenkins, Theresa Smith, Katie Bain, Kelly Foelber, Alii Chaplin, Heidi Lindenfelser, Lauren Rotsted; Back Row: Shannon McKernin, Amanda Sharp, Kelsey Karach, Allie Krafft, Colleen Callahan, Tiffany Mothershead Created by students in the 1990s, the WXJM station promoted alternative music genres while encouraging students to better understand the basics of radio. Those who completed the DJ training process were eligible to become members of the club. Front Row: Claire Kita, Elizabeth Bihn, Sarah Delia, Krystel Hoist, Foster Hardiman, Brigitte Roussos, Rachel Mulheren; Back Row: Ryan Auvil, Eric Wueslewald, Jason Flory, Carrie Brothers, Amanda Phillips, Jessica Lonett, Parker Girard, Brett Abrams, Josh Mead Row: Mead UnmrsLtij OrQanLza-iLons 313 curtesy of Sports Media Ji Photo by Amy Gwaltney 31 Spirts i I ■ ' ff- v.. - ci. y ,i  i- ; j V-. ' 2. ' ? a - ■a - 4 ir Photo courteiy of Sports Media Basehdl 320 Gohhdl 322 y ow . Y i Lacrosse 32H yOomen ' s Tennis 326 Vfien ' s Te nnis 32 ' 8 Ifkck 8 fldd 330 fin Gporis 319 A Baseball O, We Are ■■■IH %■ ■ By Casey Smith I he bhampions Players piled high in the middle of the baseball diamond after winning the Colonial Athletic Association (CAA) tournament against Towson University. The men ' s varsity baseball team had entered the tournament seeded second. After placing runner-up in the tournament for five years, the baseball team won its sixth consecutive game to clinch the 2008 CAA Championship title at Brooks Field in Wilmington, N.C. The Dukes were the only team to win more than four games in the tournament. Led by senior Kurt Houck, who pitched a four-hitter, the team beat Towson 6-1, win- ning the first title since the team began participating in the CAA tournament 23 years ago. The most memorable moment was when we won the cham- pionship game and had the dog pile on the field, said Coach Joe Spanky McFarland. It was so special because we had never won before. After winning the CAA Championship, the team earned an auto- matic bid to the 2008 NCAA Baseball Championship. The Dukes went on to the elimination game of the Raleigh Regional, where they lost to University of South Carolina 7-5. The team ended its season with a record of 39-19, the seventh-highest win total in program history. Even though we lost the game, there was a feeling that no matter what the score, our team could hang with the best and compete at a very high level, said junior Jason Kuhn, a pitcher for the Dukes. If there was any way to go out, that was it. They had to earn that walk-off, which is far better than us just giving it to them. There was a ' never quit ' attitude that we brought into games. Despite their success on the field, the players managed to stay grounded. We were all really close. There were not many ' cliques ' on our team. Each person could hang out with everyone and nobody re- ally cared, said Kuhn. We were a team — a good one at that. From the social guys to the shy ones, country to punk rockers, preppy to the weird ones — we all fit in together and fought as a single unit. Each player had a role and everyone held that person accountable for that role. Coach McFarland added, the team chemistry was outstanding. We actually did some team-building activities outside of the field. Pitchers Trevor Knight, Munson and Turner Phelps were named Freshman Ail-Americans when three different national orga- nizations released their post-season honors. It was the second consecutive season that three Dukes were named Freshman Ail- Americans. The Dukes also produced a major league baseball pick when sophomore Steven Caseres, first baseman, was picked in the ninth round of the draft by the Los Angeles Dodgers organization. The Dukes had a season the players would not soon forget. After being down by eight runs in the last round, the team stormed back to make it to the finals, which led to victory and celebration after the game. InJurmcUiun compiled jroni JMUspons.com Spotlight Joe Lake Graduate Kinesiology Elkridge, MD g ?) 1 r r statistics: - .285 batting average -Played 135 games -Started in 113 games Honors: - Tied for sixth in the CAA in hits (76) - Tied for seventh in sacrifice flies (4) - MVP of fall Purple and Gold Series First Row: David Herbek, AlexValadja, Shaun Villenave, Joe Lake, Mike Fabiaschi, McKinnon Langston, Trevor Knight, James Weiner; Second Row;: John Mincone, Matt Browning, Alex Foltz, Brett Garner, Trevor Kaylid, Kevin Munson, Turner Phelps, Dustin Crouch, MattTownsend; Third Row: Chris Johnson, Jason Kuhn, Steven Caseres, Brett Sellers, Kurt Houck, Lee Buja- kowski, Kyle Hoffman, Justin Wood, J.C. Menna; Fourth row: Director of Baseball Operations Chris Kelty, Assistant Coach Ted White, Head Coach Spanky McFarland, Assistant Coach Jay Sullenger, Assistant Coach Josiah Jones 320 Gjoons M% m k RACING to strike out his opponent, senior Brett Garner rushes the ball to third base. Garner hit a home run and scored twice against the University of Delaware in game three. Photo coui tesy of Sports Media FOLLOWING through on his pitch, graduate Trevor Kaylid throws a fastball to the hitter. Kaylid notched his first win of the season by beating Virginia Tech, where he went five innings. Photo courtesy of Sports Media livi u 5 South Cdrc.... 13 Charlotte 2 North Carolina State 6 6 Towson 1 18 George Mason 14 9 George Mason 4 6 Old Dominion 1 6 Northeastern 4 10 Northeastern 6 2 Northeastern 10 10 Marist 3 4 UNC Wilmington 23 2 UNC Wilmington 7 6 UNC Wilmingt on 11 8 East Tennessee State 4 6 Radford 7 7 Radford 9 13 Va. Commonwealth 6 9 Va. Commonwealth 7 4 Va. Commonwealth 6 8 George Washington 5 10 Liberty 7 5 George Mason 3 2 George Mason 7 4 Virginia Military 6 13 Delaware 7 8 Delaware 7 7 Delaware 5 4 Liberty 3 Longwood 4 15 Longwood 3 7 Radford 3 7 Hofstra 5 6 Hofstra 2 6 Hofstra 4 8 Virginia Military 4 11 Virginia Tech 1 2 Old Dominion 6 10 Old Dominion 19 8 Old Dominion 7 3 Stony Brook 16 3 Liberty 2 16 Towson 1 5 Towson 4 7 Towson 6 20 George Washington 5 10 Virginia Tech 3 8 Georgia State i 5 Georgia State 1 16 Georgia State 5 10 Tennessee 3 12 William Mary 14 11 William Mary 7 7 William Mary 6 5 Radford 9 3 Binghamton 1 8 Binghamton 7 Binghamton 4 k 3a.sehdi 321 SooreboartI MAINTAINING hand- eye coordination, junior Chel ' sea Ryan prepares to catch the ball. Ryan was a valued pinch runner and scored a run in semifinals of the CAA Championships. Photo courtesy of Sports Media 1 JMU OPPl Cleveland State 8 3 UNC-Greensboro 1 5 Niagara 3 3 UMBC 4 2 Georgetown 1 2 Elon 1 15 Binghamton 1 6 E. Michigan 1 UCLA 8 6 CSU Bakersfield 2 2 Oregon 7 Fresno State 3 Maryland 3 4 Maryland 7 5 use-Upstate 7 3 Princeton North Carolina 3 4 Virginia 1 Virginia 2 4 Pittsburgh 1 4 Canisius 3 5 Akron 2 2 Pittsburgh 13 7 Canisius 4 Hofstra 9 3 Hofstra 1 Hofstra 3 3 Radford 4 3 Radford 12 4 Georgia State 7 Georgia State 8 14 Georgia State 4 Liberty 5 4 Liberty 2 6 Towson 8 Towson 6 8 GWU 6 GWU 2 Drexel 3 4 Drexel 1 6 Drexel 5 4 UNC Wilmington 2 9 UNC Wilmington 1 11 UNC Wilmington 3 2 George Mason 6 George Mason 5 3 George Mason 5 Delaware 2 4 Delaware 1 4 Delaware 1 2 Georgia State 1 5 Hofstra 4 3 Hofstra 1 Hofstra 3 C 322 Sp(?rt5 By Beth Principi Softball Bases were not the only things the softball team stole all season. The university ' s softball team also stole the spotlight in the Colo- nial Athletic Association (CAA] with an overall record of 32-22, a second-place CAA tournament finish and a third place finish in the CAA Championship. Perhaps the most predominant and astounding accomplishment of this young, seven-year program was a 13 -game winning streak, which trampled over seven teams and lasted a total of 32 days. This streak, which led the team to its first CAA title game, was cut short by a loss to Hofstra University, who was ranked first overall and went on to win its seventh consecutive championship. The fighting Dukes did not go down easily in the last two games of the season against Hofstra. Facing elimination, Hofstra held on as the Dukes tried to shut them out, resulting in the third longest game in the university ' s softball history. The game ended in the bottom of the 1 1th inning when Hofstra hit a home run, winning the game and clinching the CAA title. Even though the Dukes fell short of the crown, they were more determined than ever to win in the following season. It was one of the hardest losses I ' ve ever experienced. Getting that far, playing 1 1 innings, and putting so much into the game, it was a terrible feeling coming in second. The loss makes me want to win it even more next year, said senior Kaitlyn Wernsing, the Dukes ' second baseman. The new softball program showed improvement year after year. Coach Katie Flynn had been the head coach since the program was created seven years prior, and had been building up the program year-round. During the summer, everyone on the team is given a condition- ing packet and a lifting packet. In addition to this 1 usually pitch three to four days a week, said senior Meredith Felts, star pitcher for the Dukes. My off-season training is probably the toughest training I go through all year, said senior Amber Kirk, the teams ' third base- man. When the lady Dukes finally did get to step on the diamond, they were more than prepared. Before each game, they would listen to music and even bust a move to get hyped for the game. Moments before leaving the locker room, the team huddled together to pray and give thanks for keeping everyone on both teams healthy and for allowing us to play the sport at the level we do, recalled Kirk. The season was a monumental one for the lady Dukes, and even though it was not a perfect ending, there was much hard work to be proud of. With so many overwhelming accomplishments both individually and as a team, the softball team paved the way for great improvements. Information compiled from jMVSports.com DUKES SOFTBALT a ± ' OT mh nkmivilt n Front Row: Lauren Robison, Julie Smith, Shannon Moxey, Lauren Mernin, Jenny Clohan, Courtney Simons, Amber Kirk, Melissa Hill Back Row: Jenn Chavez, Katie Spitzer, Kaitlyn Wernsing, Brittney Lyddane, Julia Dominguez, Chel ' sea Ryan, Meredith Felts, Katie Cochran, Shannon Outman, Brittney Dy- son, Kendra Johnson jtiicjht 6 Meredith Felts Senior Sports Management Greenville, NC Statistics: - 397 strikeouts - .177 batting average Honors: - University ' s all-time leader in wins (43), strikeouts (397) and shutouts (12) - Single-season record holder in strikeouts (152), wins (17) and shutouts (5) - Two-time All-CAA selection Gokhdl Lacrosse For 40 years, women had come together at the university to dominate ground balls, check opponents ' sticks, and avoid the crease while scoring. For the 30 women on the lacrosse team this season, keeping the winning tradition alive turned out to be a chal- lenge. Despite the obstacles, the team stuck together and refused to crack under pressure. Overall, I feel that our season was like a rollercoaster ride, said graduate Julie Stone, a midfielder. We were up and down with our success. The team ended the season with eight wins, after losing tough matches to The College of William Mary and University of Delaware by one goal. In fact, eight of the 17 games were deter- mined by one last scoring attempt, only sometimes resulting in the Dukes ' favor Stone managed to score the final goal against Stan- ford University, a proud accomplishment. We had been struggling to come out on top in tight games, but we finally made it happen in [that] game, said Stone. Focusing on the games ahead was tough for the players rebound- ing from difficult losses. The best way to deal with any of the setbacks we experienced during the season was to put them behind us and keep looking forward, said junior Meredith Torr, a defender. For a good part of the season, I was still really focused on the first two losses we had against Dartmouth and Yale. Every Jpotlight Julie Stone Graduate IDLS Annandale, VA Statistics: - Games played- 69 - Games started- 64 - Goals- 79 -Assists- 13 Honors: - All-conference second team -Team captain - IWLCA Academic Honor Roll - Conference Commissioner ' s Academic Award - JMU Athletic Director Scholar Athlete By Lianne Palmatier time a game didn ' t turn out well I would think that it had some- thing to do with us losing those games. ..it ' s so stressful to play that way. Not dwelling on losses encouraged the team to prepare for up- coming games, occasionally alleviating competitive stress with an impromptu dance party. As a team we prepared for tough games by watching film and going over scouting reports. said Stone. Personally, during pregame I always tried to relax by enjoying watching my other teammates dance around the locker room. By staying focused on an overall team goal and not getting overwhelmed by the competition, the team went on to beat Long- wood University, Virginia Tech and Colonial Athletic Association opponents Hofstra University and Drexel University. Balancing the excitement with a focus on achieving their objectives led to a posi- tive 40th season for the Dukes. It was great to be a part of such an important landmark in jMU lacrosse history, said Torn It ' s easy to focus on the things that didn ' t go well during the season because it didn ' t turn out how we had hoped, but I think we learned so much more about mental toughness, who we are as players, and who we are as a team that it actually helped to build our character Celebrating 40 years of jMU lacrosse this season reminded me again what a special pro- gram we have and how lucky I am to be a part of it. Information compiled from jMUSports.com snmr.  -  f f f ?, t ,f-l. .% 32H Gjf ons First row: Kiersten McLouth, Jackie Gateau, Lauren Bradley, Brooke Rhodey, Lucy Lynch, Team Captain Jessica Brophy; Second row: Assis- tant Coach Lindsay Lewis, Head Coach Shelley Klaes-Bawcombe, Kim Griffin, Mary Fran Shelton, Brigid Strain, Natasha Fuchs, Team Captain Annie Wagner, Kelly Wetzel, Team Captain Julie Stone, Team Captain Emily Haller, Alex Menghetti; Third row: Assistant Coach Jessica Wilk, Jaime Dardine, Jessie Heisterman, Meghan Wienecke, Janice Wag- ner, Caitlin Sullivan, Mary Kate Lomady, Lexy Schwabenland; Fourth row: Morgan Kimberly, Meredith Torr, Liz Walsh, Michelle Maier, Jess Boshko, Susan Lines, Morgan Kelly, Diana Apel, Team Manager James Reddish , •■ vt BLOCKING a shot on goal, sophomore Alex Menghetti defends Duke territory. In 2007, Menghetti was selected as an all-star at the U.S.W.L. A National Tournament. Photo courtesy of Sports Media Sooi ' oboarcl JMU OPP 11 England 6 8 Dartmouth 9 9 Yale 10 16 Longwood 5 10 Maryland 16 12 Virginia Tech 8 11 Richmond 10 10 Princeton 17 9 Virginia 11 10 Stanford 9 10 William Mary 11 13 Old Dominion 5 12 Delaware 13 7 Towson 12 10 Hofstra 8 10 Drexel 9 10 George Mason 11 o IN the process of defending the goal, senior Mary Fran Shelton prepares to cradle the ba and deflect it away from the net. Shelton was a JIVIU Athletic Director Scholar Athlete. Photo courtesy of Sports Media vm n ' s LAcrosse 3?[ STRATEGICALLY aiming her serve, senior Anna Khoor prepares to smash the ball. Khoor was team captain and CAA Player of the Week in April 2008. Phofo courtesy of Sports Media c;oreboarcl ] 326 Sports AFTER hitting a successful backhand, sophomore Rebecca Erickson watches the ball soar over the net. Erickson played No. 1 singles and doubles for the Dukes. Pnouj cou resy of Sports Medio JiVIU OPP 1 1 Campbell 4 VCU 5 3 Hampton 2 Old Dominion 7 6 Norfolk State 1 6 North Dakota 1 7 LaSalle 6 Creighton 1 5 Evansville 2 4 Howard 3 1 Richmond 6 1 Liberty 6 2 Longwood 5 1 Radford 6 2 Hofstra 5 1 Delaware 6 l Women ' s By Bethany Blevins With a group of only eight players, the women ' s tennis team faced a difficult season with tough competition. The thought of facing off with top rivals like The College of William Mary and University of Delaware, however, did not discourage the players from enjoying their season and becoming close as a team. The team met for two hours six times a week and also lifted weights for 45 minutes a week, adding in various workout classes. Due to a small roster and frequent practices, a close chemistry united the team. Our team was the closest that it has ever been this past sea- son, said junior Anna Khoor We all can rely completely on each other for anything. The ladies stayed close by meeting outside of practices to watch movies, have potluck dinners and enjoy one another ' s company. The team cooperated to achieve similar goals on the court. Com- ing into the season we really tried to stay focused and keep our eye on the ball, said junior Barrett Donner We set personal goals and goals for the team... anything from staying positive to double faulting only twice a set. We had a great team with a lot of gifted athletes, but when it comes to competing, tennis is an intensely mental sport. In my opinion, you have to be on your game, not only physically, but almost more mentally. The team fought to obtain a good standing in the Colonial Athletic Association [CAA) tournament and earn recognition for its ability. The most challenging match during the season was probably at the CAA tournament when we had to play William Mary in the second round after beating George Mason University, said Donnen The Dukes finished eighth in the CAA Championships after losing to William Mary at the Huntington Park Tennis Center in New- port News, Va. Despite this loss, the team appreciated the season together and cherished the strong bond of friendship among the group. The team was also happy to announce that teammates sophomores Rebecca Erickson and Kristin Nimitz were named to the CAA Women ' s Tennis All-Conference third team. Donner received the coach ' s award, and Nimitz was named most valuable player by her teammates after winning 11-9 overall and 15-15 in doubles play with four different partners. Injoinidtion compiled fruni IMUSports.com Ida Donner, Barrett Donner, Rebecca Erickson, Kelly Maxwell, Anna Khoor, Briana Jain, Kristin Nimitz, Alyssa Brandalik potliii III. Kristin Nimitz Sopliomore Business Richmond, VA Statistics: - No. 1 doubles player -No. 2 singles player - Went 12-6 in doubles play - Went 1 1-9 in singles play Honors: - Team MVP - Dean ' s List (Spring 2008) - Commissioner ' s Academic Award Recipient yOomen ' s l nnts 327 Tennis a; =0, ♦ Brincjincj I lie Ball Baok io I he Court By Matt Johnson With its first recruits in team history, the tennis team served up a rocky season, ending with a disappointing loss to Old Dominion University [ODU] in the Colonial Athletic Association [CAA] Quar- terfinals. The team began its season at the University of Virginia fall clas- sic, with graduate Jesse Tarr and sophomore Mike Smith ranked 46th in the country for doubles. Tarr and Smith lost their first match 8-6 to Boise State University, but redeemed themselves with a 9-8 win over a team from Stetson University. In the semi- finals, however, Tarr and Smith lost to state rival ODU. With all players eliminated after the second round, singles did not fare well either. The Dukes hit a high point in the next two matches at the Virginia Open and the Hampton Roads Invitational, but ended their fall matches on a rough note, with no players making it past the second round at the Intercollegiate Tennis Association Cham- pionships. The spring matches did not result in fresh wins as the team had hoped, but instead continued the trend from the fall season. The Dukes began in spring with a loss to Virginia Commonwealth University, and despite two subsequent wins, hit a midseason wall, losing four straight matches. The Dukes improved their season with a four-game winning streak, but lost to Longwood University 4-3 in a painfully close match, ending their run of luck. The Dukes then hosted the CAA Round Robin, where they lost 2-4 against University of North Carolina Wilmington and won 6-1 1: =1 .1. ;  |}OciicjiTi: Jared Robinson Sophomore Sports Management Johannesburg, South Africa Statistics: - Went 10-6 In doubles play - Went 12-7 In singles play Honors: - CAA co-Rookie of the Year 1 over University of Delaware. They ended the regular season with a 4-3 win against Georgetown University. In the CAA Quarterfinals, the eighth-seeded Dukes were eliminated with a loss to the third- seeded ODU Monarchs, bringing the post season to a close. The season was sort of taking the right steps towards a new era, and I think we worked really hard, said Steve Secord, who had coached the team for 15 years. ■ Secord said that last season, his focus as a coach was improving every aspect of each player ' s game, as well as prepping the team physically. Some programs, they almost take themselves too seriously. Don ' t get me wrong, we work hard, but we enjoyed it, and we ■ were able to remember it ' s a game, said Secord. 1 Junior Mike Smith agreed. We had a lot of fun, said Smith. 1 think that ' s why we do so well... We play so relaxed and enjoy it. The looser you are, the more you can do what you need to on the court. Being relaxed allowed the Dukes to end some days with an impressive win. Winning all of those matches were high points, said CAA co- Rookie of the Year, sophomore Jared Robinson. Robinson also spoke of his low point, a disqualification for throwing his racket over the net in a moment of frustration. As for the future of the team, he had high hopes. We had a good season, said Robinson, and hopefully we ' re gonna get better as the years progress. ' nfnrnin! Inn ,, i n , ' ); , ' , frnn I Ml l nnrf- rnni Bottom row: Chris Armes, Mike Smith, Yarosiav Voznenko; Top row: Head Coach Steve Secord, Jared Robinson, Carlin Camp- bell, Brian Rubenstein, Jesse Tarr, Assistant Coach John Snead 32 Gpons ■«♦ JL-f ti ii. , iiiii «ii|i| EYES on his opponent, junior Mike Snnith crouches in anticipation. Smith was selected as All-CAA second team in doubles with graduate partner Jesse Tarr. Pnoro rouneiy f Sports Media WITH force, senior Chris Armes serves the ball to his opponent. Armes was a Commissioner ' s Academic Award recipient and participated in two tournaments in doubles play and four in singles play. Photo courtesy of Sports Medio Sooreboarcl JI IU opr vcu East Carolina Temple GWU North Carolina William Mary Old Dominion Richmond Presbyterian Davidson The Citadel Howard Norfolk State Liberty George Mason Longwood UNC Wilmington Delaware Vfie n ' s Tennis Spotlight Tanique Carter Senior Psychology Richmond, VA Erin Harrison i ready Photo courtesy ol Sports Media I Statistics: - Holds school records in 60m (7.51) and 200m (24.28) -Holds school records in 100m (11.72) and 200m (23.87) Honors: - Fourth place in 200m and fifth place in 60m at ECAC Championships - Fourth place in 200m and fifth place in 100m at ECAC Championships - ECAC Athlete of the Week - Second place in 200m, third place in 100m, and second place in 400m relay at CAA Championships - CAA Athlete of the Week - JMU Athletic Director Scholar Athlete 330 Spirts WITH one foot in front of the other, seniui LaVonne Ellerbe preparui to leap over the hurdle. In 2007, Ellerbe placed second in the Colonial Athletic Association Championships in the 400-nneter hurdles. :• ■ courtesy ol Sports Mec Women ' s By Nicole Brigagliano On your mark. Get set. Go! With the sounds of gunshots resonating through the air, the women ' s spring track and field team took off for the 2008 season. For both Coach Cox and the athletes, the season was a success. The women did more than compete at meets up and down the East Coast; they smashed school records and proved themselves to be top three material. By the end of the season, senior Tanique Carter, senior Christine Nicewonger and junior Rebecca Eisenhauer had broken eight school records. Records were broken in events such as the 100-meter race, 200- meter race, 400-nieter race, 800-meter relay and discus over the course of the season. Many records were broken multiple times. But for the team there were more hurdles than the ones on the track. Injuries largely impacted the 2008 season. The biggest challenges are always injuries, said Coach Cox. They ' re always at the worst time for athletes and the team. But despite these obstacles, th e team members proved they were still in the race, taking home third place at the Colonial Athletic Association (CAA) Conference Championships. Their score was only points away from second place. I think we had our ups and downs, said senior Jessica Nauta, a heptathlete and hurdler. Our main focus was conference and we came together when we needed to. Bottom row: Marisa Biggins, Leslie Anderson, Lana McGow- an, LaVonne Ellerbe, Casey Pagan and Jamie Obendorfer; Middle row: Krissy Kline, Rashonda Roberson, Katelyn Guer- riere, Claire Smith, Danna Frink, Renee Lott, Bethany Riley and Tanique Carter; Last row: Christine Nicewonger, Amy Rem- mer, Jessica Nauta, Nicole Rabinowitz, Chelsea High, Olivia Alford, Emily Stewart, Ryan Olexson, Candace Nelms and Jessica Wade .uunesy of Kmsy Klme n Q. At a two-day meet at The College of William Mary, the wom- en ' s team competed against nine other universities in the confer- ence. Of the nine, William Mary proved to be the team ' s No. 1 threat: a team that had dominated the CAA Conference Champion- ship for many years. They have a lot of depth on their team, said senior Leslie Anderson. They can just stick people in events, enabling them to earn points. Anderson ran the 200-meter race and 400-meter race, and com- peted in the long jump. By the end of day two, the team snatched up third place, with outstanding performances by junior Katelyn Guerriere and se- niors Caitlin O ' Malley and Jessica Wade. For senior Renee Lott, who ran the 200-meter race, 400-meter race, 800-meter race and 4x400-meter relay, taking home sixth place in the 4x400-meter relay was one of the most memorable moments of the season. The relay team, consisting of Lott, gradu- ate Marisa Biggins, junior Lana McGowan and senior Leslie Anderson, not only qualified for the Eastern College Athletic Conference Championships (ECAC), but also helped to secure the team ' s third place spot in the CAA Conference Championships. It ' s instant satisfaction, said Lott. You do all this training and then for one event there ' s all this build up and if you succeed it ' s amazing. The track and field team had not placed that high at the CAA Conference Championships in a long time. Normally we are fourth, fifth, or sixth, Anderson said. That shows we are improving as a team. The Penn State Relays in Philadelphia proved to be another suc- cessful meet for the team. Of the five relays that the Dukes com- peted in, three of them qualified for the ECAC finals. The 4x400- meter relay team was able to race to the finish line in first place, earning them a spot in finals as well as a medal. Because track and field is a sport based on many individual events, the women grew to be one another ' s support system. Be- ing part of the team was important to crush school records and rise in rankings. There ' s no way to win or accomplish goals if [you ' re] not there as a team, said Anderson. Having them there is so advantageous. They are helpful to have around... they encourage you to get through it. Senior Jessica Wade couldn ' t agree more. It becomes a tradition. It ' s the normal, the common. It ' s fun. InformciCion compiled from jMUSports.com y }oy A n ' s Tracl field 331 33Z % rt5 T nseio[ 33H yOomen ' s dolf 336 CwGs CoiAniri ) 338 rLddHocl 6(j 3HD TYien ' sGoccer 3H2 yOom n ' s Goccer 3HH: MoUujoA[ 3H6 fooihdl 3H ' 3 Cke rlmdlnQ 352 jK ■ !- . !l:TfH- -F;u.miBWMS: .-.r«:.MiC Gporis Fhoto by Amy Gwaltney mi G ons 333 % Golf in 0 J The men ' s golf team began the year in sunny Hawaii. This was a first-time experience for the team, where the men finished sev- enth out of 14 teams in the Kaua ' i Collegiate Invitational. The in- vitational took place at the Puakea Golf Course in Kaua ' i, Hawaii, a par-72 course that measured up to 6,954 yards. Back on the university ' s turf, team members made sure to prac- tice hard to help them compete in other matches too. Every Mon- day, Wednesday and Friday, the men got up to start strength train- ing and conditioning at 5:45 a.m. While in season, they practiced six days a week, and did not stop after the fall season; the team had a spring season as well. Our practices are very relaxed and fun, but are based around productivity, said senior Fielding Brewbaker, co-captain. All of the drills we do are very meaningful and are focused on certain aspects of the game that we as a team need to improve on. Jeff Forbes, coach for the team for the past two years, assigned drills to the team that made practice competitive and interesting. The men kicked off their regular season in Sunset Beach, N.C., where they tied for fifth out of IB teams in the Sea Trail Intercol- legiate, hosted by Elon University. Their score was an impressive comeback from being in 16th place after shooting a 310 the first r i potlicjht Fielding Brewbaker Senior Business Management Salem, VA Statistics: -Career Rounds: 70 -Career Average: 75.4 Honors: -Named CAA co-Golfer of the Week Oct. 16 -Recorded six top 20 finishes in 2007-2008 season By Jen Beers day. Junior Michael Meisenzahl helped out the team by finishing sixth out of 96 golfers. Meisenzahl was also named a Colonial Athletic Association (CAA] Player of the Week in September. Another teammate to receive Player of the Week honors was Brewbaker, who was awarded CAA Co-Golfer of the Week in October Fall proved to be a successful season for the Dukes, their stroke average dropping almost nine shots from the previous year A few changes had been made since not all the players from the 2007 sea- son returned to the team, but openings gave way for rising stars. Five freshmen were new to the 10-man team. One freshman, Mike Smith, made news while in Hawaii by tying for 34th place and firing a 1-over-par 217. Co-Captains Brewbaker and senior Tim Driver did their jobs as leaders for the team, andhelpedadd to the talent of the Dukes. Each of the men finished under-par in the top 20 overall in Hawaii. I like the fact that although we are a team we are playing an indi- vidual sport, said Driver The mental aspect of the game is unlike any other sport. You have to concentrate for four or five hours at a time with plenty of downtime in between to lose focus. Informution compiled from JMUSports.com First row: Jack Bonifant, Mike Smith, Michael Meisenzahl, Tim Driver, Matt Neely; Back Row: Coach Forbes, Garrett Whitmore, Fielding Brewbaker, Jhonny Montane, Chad Mozingo, Chris Wellde 33H G ofis K M| HB i H F TMl ll! yp Ri }J Athletic Asi co-Golfer of the Week of Ocl. i SENIOR Tim Driver chips the ball out of the rough. Driver ' s career average was 75.8, and he finished in the top 20 overall at the invitational in Kaua ' l, Hawaii. Photo courtesy of Sports Media FOCU! sophoi ? ' Cn ir-fc Women ' s By Beth Principi when golf was invented in Scotland during the 12th century, it was restricted to men. In fact, a rumor claimed that the word golf is an acronym for Gentlemen Only, Ladies Forbidden. Now, almost ten thousand years later, the members of the women ' s golf team were out to prove they were just as good as the men. Paul Gooden coached the team, which consisted of one junior, four sophomores and two freshmen. Freshman Nicole Sakamoto believed that even with a younger team, they still had a strong bond on and off the green. I don ' t think what grade you ' re in makes a difference, it ' s the person you are that matters, said Sakamoto. The team worked to prove that being young was not a guarantee that they would suffer during the season. The team opened the season by placing sixth out of 17 teams at the Sea Trail Invitation in North Carolina. Sophomore Catherine Gunnars- son placed 14th out of 93 players in individual scores. Sophomore Kristin Harrington finished in 44th place, and was pleased with her performance. On the first day of the first tournament, I shot a 76, said Harrington. I did poorly last year, so to come out strong was very important for me. Her strength was not only important for her score, but also for the team. It ' s nice to be in control of your own game since golf is more of an in- dependent sport, said Harrington. However, there is still a lot of team pressure there because each of our scores counts for the team score. Harrington explained, I cannot be pulled out of the game if I am having a bad hole like in basketball. There are no time-outs. No time-outs ended up being a problem for the team members in their last invitation in the fall season. They placed 1 1th out of 20 teams in the East Carolina University Lady Pirate Invitational. Freshman Valentina Sanmiguel said that even though they scored a low score of 301 on the second day, the other days ' higher scores nega- tively affected their overall finish. It hurt our rankings, said Sanmiguel. It was very disappointing. The lady Dukes did not dwell on the bad invitational, because they had a year-round schedule. Having a short offseason and traveling all around the country could have been a threat to the players academically. It requires responsibility and desire to succeed, said Sanmiguel. You need to learn how to handle your time and you need to rest. Harrington had a similar outlook. We miss so much more class than other athletes and sometimes it is hard to make up work. On the other hand, it is fun to be able to compete all the time and travel to so many different places. With every invitational the ladies competed in, their future as a team grew brighter. They proved that being young was not a sign of inexpe- rience, but of talent and opportunity for the future. InforniutiDu compiled from JMUSporis.com Coach Paul Gooden, Laura Mesa, Kristen Harrington, Kristen Treglia, Nicole Sakamoto, Catherine Gunnarsson, Valentina San- miguel, Shannon Kramer, Mary Chamberlain, Kelly Lynch -- i L spotlight Mary Chamberlain Junior Justice Studies Dennis, MA Statistics: -Career Rounds: 52 -Career Average: 80.6 Honors: -Commissioner ' s Academic Award recipient -Shot a 2007-2008 season and team- low round of 73 in the second round of the Sea Trail Intercollegiate yOomms dol Country o Q t The women ' s cross country team got off to a great start when sophomore Alison Parris fuiished the university ' s first race of the season with a win. It ' s the perfect mixture of endurance and tactics, said Parris, who proved to be a huge competitor in the season, despite being diagnosed with anemia early in her freshman year, forcing her to take an 18-month absence from the sport. 1 love running because it ' s more than a sport — it ' s a lifestyle, said Parris. The benefits of running are great — 1 feel healthy and fit, yet 1 can still eat whatever I want. Parris had help in the season from junior Jess Propst. I ' ve been running since I was in sixth grade, so I can ' t imagine my life without it now, said Propst. But the thing that really drives me is the competitive aspect. 1 love racing and the feeling of satisfac- tion 1 get from a great race. The season for the women ' s cross country team upheld Propst ' s wishes, especially against the members biggest competitor — The College of William Mary. They have been the team to beat for the past few years, said Propst, but we ' re getting closer and closer to being on their lev- el. The team ' s coach, Dave Rinker, pushed the women during the season, ensuring that they would be ready for anything that was Spotlight Aspen Foster Senior Communications Virginia Beach, VA I Statistics: -2008-2009 12th-place finish at CAA Championships -2007-2008 Third-place finish at CAA Championships Honors: -All-conference CAA team -Conference CAA Commissioner ' s Academic Award By Ariel Spengler thrown at them. ! In the summer, Coach Rinker gives us a training schedule that ' s mapped out with what we have to do for every week, said Propst, explaining the rigorous offseason. That ' s what sets running apart from all other sports — there is no offseason! said Parris. We constantly train seven days a week, every week. At this point, most members of the team are used to the pressures of running every day. Propst started running at a very young age, but continued to get better each yean I love lowering my times, said Propst. I wasn ' t horrible in high school, but I ' ve definitely improved a whole, whole lot since I ' ve beenatJMU. Gi ons i JUNIOR Brittany Lussier takes care to stay inside the flags that mark the course. Lussier ' s twin, Amber, also ran on the team. Photo courtesy of Sports Media x I r-fcc..-;.. Parris did not start cross country until high school, but she excelled quickly. In her sophomore year, she qualified for the prestigious high school meet, Nike Outdoor Nationals. My father persuaded me to take it up, said Parris. He ran cross country and track for Purdue University, and en- couraged me to take up running. 1 have been in love with the sport ever since. Since the women had been together so often, they became more than just teammates. Every practice and meet brought them closer We all support and encourage one another, said Parris. Propst agreed. As a team, we always do a cheer on the starting line. The women ' s cross country team members kept each other motivated through another tough season. Before each race, Propst told herself, This is what you ' ve worked so hard for, so let ' s go out and get it done! Infurmation compiled from JMUSports.com GOING It alone, junior Holly Fredericksen remains motivated to do her best. Frederickson was a JMU Athletic Director Scholar Athlete in the 2007-2008 season. Ftioto courtesy of ir.vledia LIPS pursed in determination, sophomore Bridget Draper maintains her pace. The university hosted an invitational in early September to kick off the season. Plioto courtesy of Sports Media yi)omew£Cwss CoiA.n{ri j 33 ' PIAVIN( l„,FitSf, CONCENTRATING on the ball, sophomore Amy Daniel hits down field. Daniels chose to play field hockey because her older sister had played. Photo by Megan Moii Soorf iboarcl ' V f JMU OpiJo nont 6 St. Louis 1 1 Ohio 1 Wake Forest 3 1 Virginia i 1 Kent State 3 Richmond 2 1 American 5 Delaware 6 Towson 1 2 Drexel 1 7 Hofstra 3 1 Villanova 1 Louisville I 4 Va. Commonwealth North Carolina 1 3 Old Dominion 3 William Mary 1 5 Northeastern 4 William Mary 1 1 Old Dominion 1 Virginia 2 - ' ' VOfi Field ByAmySchlinger Twenty-two women stood dispersed in a grid-like form, the hunger to win uniting the team. The intensity in their eyes masked butterthes that filled their stomachs as the seconds until the start of the field hockey game ticked away. You just get like We can do it... but what happens if we don ' t? I re- ally want to win, but what happens if I make this mistake? ' said senior Melissa Walls, proving that even captains still had nerves. Melissa ' s sister and co-captain Ashley said, But all of that disappears when the whistle is blown. Both had been on the team since their fresh- man year. Ashley, Melissa and senior Lauren Walls, who also played on the team, were a set of triplets who were recruited from Eastern Regional High School in New Jersey. The women ' s field hockey team went 18-3, winning the conference for the third time in a row. The only other team to hold three straight conference titles was Old Dominion University, one of the Dukes ' big- gest rivals. You kind of get goose bumps, said Ashley, after beating University ot Virginia for the first time in years. It ' s like being on a roUercoaster— you don ' t really know what to do, [whether] to high-five or hug. The women advanced to the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) playoffs, but lost in the first round. It was a long bus ride home, said Melissa. But I think that the coaches put it in the best way possible, that you can ' t look at this as being an aw- ful season ' cause it wasn ' t, you have to look at all the accomplishments you made. Although they lost only one starting player from the year before, seven freshmen joined the team. Six of them were redshirted, meaning they o n would suit up for games, but not play. They worked hard even though they knew they weren ' t going to play, in order to make us better, said Ashley. Trusting one another was important to the team ' s dynamic, and the team was close as a result. It is so important, maybe not for men ' s, but for women ' s sports, to feel like you are part of a group, said coach Antoinette Lucas, in her fifth year as the head coach. Close relationships differentiated the team from those in the past.- We worked on playing as a team, not just one person, said Ashley. We didn ' t work well as a team before. Coach Lucas was also responsible for the difference in the team this season. Both she and the players knew that the team was good, but never really got to show it in the past. With a more difficult schedule this year, Lucas was able to push her team to do its best. She worked us harder and disciplined us harder because she knew we were good and what we could potentially do, said Melissa. With the successful season behind them, the team ' s thoughts were now about future teams and what aspects from this year could be carried on. Success breeds success, said Lucas. After seeing how well it had worked this season, Lucas planned to re- cruit for a more solid team overall. Although she would miss the seniors, she knew success was obtainable in the future, just with different players. Information compiled from JMUSporCs.com First Row: Erica Henderson, Kelsey Cutchins, Regan Shouldis, Kristen O ' Rourke, Jessie Dawson, Margo Savage, Alisha Moran; Second Row: Head Coach Antoinette Lucas, Megan Matthews, Tara King, Meghan Bain, Ashley Walls, Melissa Stefaniak, Melissa Walls, Lauren Walls, Jenny Eakin, student trainer Nina Szemis, student trainer Pat Deal; Back Row: Assistant Coach Ryan Langford, Assistant Coach Julie Munson, Lindsay Cutchins, Dolores de Rooij, Randi Segear, Becky Hilgar, Melissa McNeils, Amy Daniel, Courtney Parmeter, Sarah Warlick, Erin Johnson, Athletic Trainer Jackie Downar Spotlicjlrt Lauren Walls Senior Health Service Administration Berlin, NJ Statistics: -33 Career Goals -21 Assists Honors: -Preseason All-CAA -CAA Player of the Week Sept. 2 Oct. 6 -Made National Honor Roll on Oct. field Hoci eij 3HI Soccer By Jen Beers Filled with energy and excitement, the team tried hard on Nov. 7 to take victory in the last game of the season. But best efforts aside, they lost to Towson University by one goal in the regular season finale. The season ended with an overall record of six wins, nine losses and three ties. Seven out of their nine losses were by just one goal. But all home games ended as wins, a definite positive for the team. The Dukes placed 10th in the Colonial Athletic Association [CAA) rankings with a 3-7-1 record. They were three games from making the CAA Tournament. The team members started out their season in Louisville, Ky, where they played two games. They lost both games, the first to Butler University and the second to University of Louisville. Senior Nick Zimmerman, captain, led the team with six goals and five assists. Starting every game, he ranked in the top 10 in the CAA in both goals and assists. With 23 goals scored by the team all season, sophomore CJ Sa- pong came in second after Zimmerman, scoring five goals. Sapong was named 2007 CAA Men ' s Soccer Rookie of The Year and was First Team Ali-CAA in 2008 for the second consecutive year 1 love [playing forward] because it ' s the best one to be in to score goals, said Sapong. The team tried out a different tactic for most of the season. Last season they had four defenders, five midfielders, and one forward. This year. Coach Tom Martin mixed things up a bit with four de- fenders, four midfielders and two forwards. The new formation took a lot of pressure off of CJ, said sopho- more Kieran Rice. Instead of playing with just one forward, we played with two. Seniors Esteban Maldonado and Kyle Morsink alternated as the second forward. Another change to the season was the rotation of goalkeepers. Sophomore Ken Manahan and redshirt freshman Justin Epperson each played nine games, with a total of 71 saves. New players also added to the momentum of the team. Junior Joel Senior transferred to the university, started and played all 18 games. Three freshmen played: Ryan O ' Neil, Jason Gannon and Pat- rick Innes. O ' Neil was also selected to the CAA All-Rookie Team. With so many competitive teams in the CAA, the Dukes played every opposing team with heart and dedication. Even though some games did not go in their favor, the men worked hard in the offsea- son by weight training and endurance running. Sapong said, My love for the game and my teammates are what motivate me to compete every day. Information compiled from JMUSports.com Spotlight Nick Zimmerman Senior Kinesiology Tampa Bay, FL Statistics: -13 Career Goals -21 Assists Honors: -All-conference (CAA) first team -Team captain, led the team in goals and points -CAA Player of the Week and ECAC Offensive Player of the Week Sept. 7 ■nn C 9 Front Row: Joel benior, Kevin Howell, Patrick Innes, David banford, Andrew Harvey, Jake Arnol d; Second Row: Jonathan Smithgail, CJ Sapong, Stefan Durr, Jean Tshimpaka, Damien Brayboy, Kieran Rice, Rahul Chaudhry, Kyle Morsink, Esteban Maldonado, Alex Nydal, Bakari Williams; Back Row: Patrick Stevens, Ville ( V ) Wahlsten, team captain Nick Zimmerman, Billy Swetra, Matt White, Ken Manahan, Justin Epperson 3H2 G ons 3 1 1 1 5 2 1 1 2 1 2 1 2 Butler Louisville Mt. Saint Mary ' s Wofford Penn State American Bryant Northeastern William Mary Delaware VCU George Mason Georgia State Old Dominion Drexel UNC Wilmington Hofstra Towson 6 E jn n ' s Goccer 3H ' r elChupein I  ■ f u Stephanie i S (   ' .mw ScjO ' ' ? boar ' Opponoirt Richmond 2 Washington State 2 Syracuse 1 Wyoming 1 Colorado 4 West Virginia 1 Penn State Virginia Tech 3 George Mason 2 Towson UNC Wilmington Georgia State 2 Delaware Drexel Old Dominion 2 William Mary Northeastern 1 Hofstra 1 VCU 2 Northeastern 2 Georgia Wake Forest Portland 3 ' - G ons Women ' s By Kerry Matthews 4 1 O n n The women ' s soccer team had a phenomenal year, with both indi- vidual honors and a stellar record of wins. The team finished with 14 wins, seven losses and one tie. Individual players advanced their own career records with a series of awards. Junior Corky Julien was named to the Colonial Athletic Asso- ciation (CAA) All- American third team and led the team in scoring 16 goals — a school season record. She was also named to the All-Atlantic Region Team, along with fellow players senior Kim Germain and junior Teri Maykoski. On Nov. 14, the Dukes faced University of Georgia in the first round National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) Tour- nament. Their win was due in large part to sophomore Diane Wszalek ' s career-high eleven saves. Beginning the season, the team was labeled as the underdog. But sophomore Maggie McFadden noticed a really strong senior class, with a lot of leaders that helped out in that stance. Senior Rachel Chupein, captain of the team, also added that the suc- cess of the ladies season came from the mindset of Coach Dave Lom- bardo. He looks to find good people [as opposed to just] good players, and he ' s a big reason why a lot of us came here, said Chupein. In the NCAA Tournament, each conference received an automatic bid. Since the Dukes did not win the CAA conference, they thought their goal of being in the tournament was shattered. The highlight of the season was receiving an at-large bid, granted by invitation, into the NCAA tournament. Their bid was based on the diffi- culty of their schedule of games and their performance at those games. McFadden commented that being accepted into the tournament was great because everyone saw the Penn State win, and everyone saw that on national television. They played their hearts out. Although she was injured this season with back problems, McFadden still traveled with the team. The ultimate goal was to win the CAA Tournament, said sophomore Teresa Rynier. Although the women did not win the tournament, they still traveled all the way to Portland, Ore., which was a first for the team. We lost 3-2, but we gave them a game, said Rynier. Although they did not win the tournament, they seemed more disappointed at the losses in the regular season to teams they should have beaten and were expected to beat, according to Rynier. Overall, the women were surprised and ecstatic to be admitted to the NCAA Tournament and were always working to be a top 25 team. They were underdog at the beginning of the season, but with the help of senior leadership and big goals, their impressive performance in the season allowed their acceptance into the tournament, a proud invita- tion indeed. Information compiled from jMUSports.com Front Row: Katie Dye, Lauren Wiest, Mandy Millei, Lindidy Bowi ib, Jf ib Kf iiinieb, (.die [ibiiiyei, Teresa Rynier, Kelly Germain, Ariana Ruela; Second Row; Yolie Anderson-Golhor, team co-captain Kim Germain, team co-captain Rachel Chupein, Ashley Flateland, Corky Julien, IVlorven Ross, Megan Fessler, Crissy Parmer, Kristen Conrad, Head Coach Dave Lombardo; Back Row: Student Athletic Trainer Deanna Roberts, Athletic Trainer Nell Brazen, Student Assistant Coach Annie Lowry, Assistant Coach Whitney P. Sajko, Student Athletic Trainer Katie Dillon, Lauren Bell, Teri Maykoski, Jordan Zarone, Stephanie Poucher, Missy Reimert, Diane Wszaiek, Ellen Kimbrough, Jessica Barndt, Raeanna Simmons, Lisa Heise, Corinna Strickland, Student Assistant Coach Maggie McFadden, Assistant Coach Bobby Johnston, Assistant Coach Jon McClure Spotlight Corky Julien Junior Kinesiology Willlamstown, Ontario Statistics: -14 Career Goals -8 Assists Honors: -Conference CAA Player of the Year and a member of the All-conference CAA first team -Conference CAA Player of the Week Oct. 26 -Soccer America Team of the Week and conference CAA Player of the Week Oct. 5 y )o A ns £occ r 3 Volleyball O, By Beth Princlpi Like a rollercoaster, the women ' s volleyball team ' s season con- sisted of highs and lows, battles to the top, and falls to the bottom. The team finished its season with a record of 13-18 overall. We had some really good things that we did, but then there where things we needed to improve on, said freshman Leanna Heston. 1 think it is something that we need to put behind us and start pre- paring hard for the next season to come. Training for the next season was the top priority for the entire team, with 12 of the 15 players returning. We are a young team this yean We only have three seniors, one junior and the rest are freshmen and sophomores, said sophomore Sofia Lindroth. There were a lot of close games that could have went either way. Those close games included 3-2 defeats from George Mason University, Murray State University and Hofstra Uni- versity. The lady Dukes were predicted to finish fourth in the Colonial Athletic Association (CAA) during the preseason, but finished sev- enth overall. They faced stiff competition against the University of California, Berkley, ranked fifth in the nation, and against Northeastern Uni- versity, who finished first in the CAA. Spotlight Sophomore Lindsay Callahan said that Berkley was the ladies ' toughest game of the season, but they played strongest against South Florida University. They lost in three matches, but Callah- an still said it was the best game the team played. We felt we had nothing to lose and stuck together as a team, said Callahan. The team ' s bond on the court was credited to the three seniors, Lauren Miles, Michelle Johnson and Kelsey McNamara. Lauren was the captain of the team and did a great job, said Heston. Michelle and Kelsey were good role models and helped the younger players transition throughout the season. It was inevitable that the team members would grow close when they were around each other as much as these girls were. In sea- son we practice in the gym 20 hours a week and watch a lot of film to prepare for matches, said Callahan. Out of season we are more focused on lifting, conditioning and making technical improve- ments. The girls were preparing for the next season with one thing on their mind: revenge. I ' m excited for the upcoming season, said Callahan. It should be a different team. Information compiled from JMUSports.com Lauren Miles Senior Finance Tampa, FL Statistics: -Made more than 3,000 assists throughout her college career Honors: -Preseason All-CAA -Recipient of JMU Thomas and Karyn Dingledine Scholarship for Achievement in Academics and Service 3 Gj ons Front Row: Natalie Abel, Kay Weninger, Holly Wall, Jessica Zeroual, Kelly Turner, Kaitlin McFaddin, Kelly Johnson; Second Row: Volunteer Assistant Coach Travis Patera, Assistant Coach Ryan Parker, Lauren Fanelli, Kelsey McNamara, Leanna Heston, Sofia Lindroth, Assistant Coach Brian Grimes, Head Coach Disa Garner; Back Row: Michelle Johnson, Morgan Maddox, Lauren Miles, Lindsay Callahan. SPIKING the ball over the net, sophomore Lindsay Callahan scores a point. Callahan supported the team by scoring double- digits in kills and digs. ' ' i ' li ' ti ' i ' n iesvcf Sooieboai ' ci I JMU Opponoirt 3 New Hampshire 1 Virginia 2 Murray State 3 Radford California 1 UC Riverside 2 DePaul 1 Liberty 1 Brown 3 St. Francis 3 Moman State Toledo 1 2 Ga. Southern South Florida 3 Harvard 3 UMBC 3 George Mason Northeastern 1 2 Hofstra 3 UNC Wilmington 3 Georgia State Delaware 1 3 Towson 3 Norfolk State William Mary VCU 1 Hofstra Northeastern 2 George Mason 3 Georgia State UNC Wilmington 3 3 3 1 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 1 1 2 3 3 2 1 3 3 3 3 3 3 SOPHOMORE Nicole Fenner rises to meet the ball. The Dukes practiced three hours a day during the week and lifted weights for an hour twice a week to improve their ganne. Photo courtesy of Sports Meda Volleijhdi 3H7 I i M ' f W M rttiTrntnr re J -bdulWahid Ath toi. jyu as Football By Karlyn Williams The Dukes achieved a winning 10-1 overall record and 8-0 confer- ence record, crowning them Colonial Athletic Association (CAA) champions and the No. 1 seed going into the National Collegiate Ath- letic Association (NCAA) playoff rounds. Senior Rodney Landers summed up the regular season as surreal. It ' s hard to put into words because we had all kinds of victories, said Landers. We had come from behind wins and blowout wins. Many games ended with fourth-quarter big plays for the win as time ran out, namely the games against Appalachian State University, Uni- versity of Richmond and Villanova University. The greatest highlight for both fans and players was the victory over Appalachian State, who had won the CAA championship consistently since 2005. Coming back from 21-0 at halftime to beat the No. 1 team in the nation at night under the lights was crazy, said junior Shawn McEvoy. After tailgating in packed parking lots all day and seeing the amount of alumni come back for the game, then rushing the field when the game was over — it simply capped off what was probably one of the greatest football games I have ever seen. The away game against the University of Richmond Spiders was truly a team effort. After being down eight points with three and a half min- utes remaining in the game, the Dukes came through with an eight- yard touchdown and a completed two-point conversion pass, tying the game. With about a minute remaining, it was Richmond ' s ball. The Dukes ' defense stopped the play, forcing the Spiders to punt. Junior Scotty McGee caught the punt and ran 69 yards down the sideline for the touchdown to clinch the win, 38-31. Another fourth quarter win against the Villanova Wildcats resulted from a completed Hail Mary pass that bounced off ' a Villanova de- fender ' s helmet into the hands of junior Bosco Williams as time ex- pired. I didn ' t expect to catch the ball because that play rarely works, I just wanted to be in a position to catch it, said Williams. Up to the final drive, Landers said he did not realize the magnitude ot that moment; if the pass had been incomplete the Dukes would have lost the game. When I let it go I wanted to give my guy a chance, said Landers. I didn ' t know Bosco was going to come down with it, it was basically throw it up for that area. Landers missed the initial moment of the catch because the linemen started running downfield, blocking his view. It was only when the sidelines erupted that he realized the victory belonged to the Dukes. Being the No. 1 seed had its perks, most prominently a home field advantage for the playoffs. Bridgeforth Stadium hosted the first playoff game since 1994 and continued to host the remainder of the playoff games as the Dukes strove for the NCAA victory. They won against No. 8, Wofford University in the first round, 38-35. In round two, the Dukes took on Villanova for a second time. The game was a nail biter, with Landers scoring a one-yard rush with 1 :38 remain- ing in the fourth quarter for the win. The win advanced the Dukes to the semifinal game, where they hosted the University of Montana. The game was televised on ESPN2. Montana ended the Dukes ' 12-game winning streak, 35-27, by forcing four turnovers. Although the Dukes scored first in the game. Landers suffered an injury just before halftime, and the team couldn ' t hold onto their lead. But with their 12-game winning streak, the university tied Boise State for the second-longest active winning streak in all of Divi- sion I. Overall, the Dukes had a season to be proud of Information compiled from JMUSports.coni l Spotlicjht Rodney Landers Senior Kinesiology Virginia Beach, VA Statistics: -Career yards: 1,754 -Career touchdowns: 15 Honors: -Received the Payton Award and league player of the year candidate as a combined rushing passing threat -Nation ' s top returning QB rusher after being among only two QBs in the top 65 nationally in rushing in 2007 fooihdl 3H9 SCOTTYMcGee cheers on the team from the sidelines. A popular saying on campus was Don ' t get Scotty McGee a present, because he ' ll just return It, in reference to his impressive skills on the field. Photo by Amy Gwaltney 350 Sports Front Row: Tucker Wyatt, Patty Dorfer, Evan McCollough, Dave Stannard, Jason Pritchard, Hassan Abdul-Wahid, Rodney Landers, Mickey Mattliew s, Terrence Apted, Patrick Ward, Darrieus Ramsey, Marcus Haywood, Scott Lemn, Shelton Johnson, Eugene Holloman, Clayton Matthews, Dr. Kent Diduch; Second Row: Reggie Hicks, Marcus Charity, Dominique White, J.D. Skoinitsky, Mike Caussin, Rockeed McCarter, Bosco Williams, Trae Kenney, Arthur Moats, Dorian Brooks, Donnie Smith, Chris Clarke, Sam Daniels, Scotty McGee, Jamaris Sanders; Third Row: Kirby Long, Jon Williams, Julius Graves, Colin Fitz-Maurice, D.J. Bryant, Jonas Rawlins, Scott Noble, Charlie Newman, Josh Baird, Ryan Flanagan, Theo Sherman, Jerald Brown, Quintrell Thomas, Lee Reynolds, Brandon Randolph; Fourth Row: Bill Roman, Jon Rose, Pat Williams, Corwin Acker, Vidal Nelson, Markus Hunte r, Drew Dudzik, Jason Dosh, Matt Goff, Donnell Brown, Jamal Sullivan, Ronnell Brown, Griff Yancey, Brett Ainsley; Fifth Row: Chad Byers, Matt Lockley, Doug McNeil, Mike Allen, Matt Simonic, Aaron Butler, Lue Akuak, Andy Smith, Dixon Wright, Roane Babington, Brandon Monroe, Marcus Turner, Arthur Walker, Gerren Griffin; Sixth Row: Chris Beaver, Tim Baldwin, Justin Phillips, Max Alexandre, Greg Woodson, Matt Mares, Justin Thorpe, Matt Walker, Jamie Veney, Lucas Peterson, Karl von Allmen, Earl Watrford; Seventh Row: Austin Tuell, Brian Barlow, Chase Williams, Aaron Harper, Teveion Cuffee, Steve Yakopec, Andrew Holmes; Eighth Row: J.C. Price, Aldrich Chu, Andrew Harper, Isai Bradshaw, Pete Johnson, Mark Hendricks, Ulrick Edmonds, Kyle Gillenwater, Daniel Lanphier, Scott Cook, Kelly Murphy, Jo Gundrum, Amy Smith, George Strangos; Back Row: Brian Enedy, Pete Shifflett, George Barlow, Jim During, Josh Haymore, Chris Malone, Jeff Durden, Margaret Carey, RJ. Wellhouse, Allison Forrest, Leah Morrison, Chris Hite, Brandon Alderman IPLOYING some fancy i)twork, senior Rodney hders sidesteps a William llary defender. Landers pdunted for 357 yards ti four touchdowns in the [meconning game. Photo by wGwaJwey ■ Soorc iboarci  r pponont fflf T JMU 7 Duke 31 56 N.C. Cent El 7 52 Massachu. itts 38 35 Appalachiar ■state 32 24 Maine 10 56 Hofstri 38 Richmoi 31 23 Villano 1 19 41 Delawa  7 48 William I ary 24 58 Towso 27 38 Woffor 35 31 Villano 1 27 S 27 Montar 35 i W i -.J««M; SOPH opp .«  2 I ' r ifi il ' :: ' ] nd Front Row; Molly Chilton, Morgan Sterner, Rosie Ortiz, Anne Bianchi, Danielle Romero, Annie Lewis; Second Row: Heather Merner, KatWorton, Sarah Ratchford, Kendall Hicks, Rachel McDon- nell, Jen Lodder, Lorin Whitt, Sarah Smith, Jennifer Tatanish, Kelsey O ' Connor, Kristlna Mohler, Stephanie Simms; Back Row: Alicia Chace, Brittany Fortner, Kristin Sachs, NIkki Beatty, Nina Passero, AngellcaBaylor, Brittany Ford, Erin Albery, Madison Furman, Lauren Maira CHEERLEAOFR; iKlril.iin ih. dai Cheerleadina By Karlyn Williams Coming off a first place win in their first competition in 10 years last March, members of the varsity cheerleading team held open tryouts in the spring, leaving a few open spaces for incoming freshmen to try out in the fall. There is so much hard work and [so many] dedicated hours put into cheer between practice and conditioning, said senior Greg Perrow, captain. It has been challenging physically and mentally dealing with this large commitment. Perrow was one of 1 1 men on the 49-member varsity cheerleading team. A former high school football player, he decided to try out after a group of cheerleaders approached him at a game. The skills required to make the team were a variety of tumbling exer- cises, executing stunts properly and personality in front of head coach Tameka Burroughs and assistant coach Magen Brock. Those who pos- sessed the abilities necessary for making the team were placed on either the coed squad or the all-girl squad. The reason for two squads within the varsity team was to ensure there would be cheerleaders on both the student and alumni sections during football games, men ' s and women ' s basketball games, pep rallies and other events. The coed squad cheered at the men ' s basketball games, while the all-girl squad cheered at women ' s games. The coed squad had 1 1 men and eight women, allowing for ample spotters during complex pyramid stunts and partner stunts. In previ- ous years the coed squad had to cut a few stunts because they did not have enough spotters. Having spotters during a stunt was important because of safety precautions. Trust in teammates was not gained, but expected. At this point, we all just know that we have to trust each other from the beginning, said senior Jennifer Lodder. Practicing the stunt over and over until it is solid is the only way to gain more trust. But in the beginning, we just go for it and assume someone will be there if it goes wrong. Both teams practiced and conditioned together in Godwin Hall ' s gymnastics room. They practice on average two to three days a week for two hours each practice. Each practice consisted of a warm-up run around campus or Godwin Hall, stretches and tumbling. After the ini- tial warm-up they rehearsed new stunts for the upcoming games and perfected older stunts. Watching each of them progress in skill level and in maturity through- out their years is rewarding, said Brock. The team works very hard and is composed of very dedicated athletes who cheer because they truly enjoy it. Informution compiled from MUSports.com Front Row: Lauren Schick, Courtney Doherty, Holly Stevens, Kate McCoy, Leigh Culver, Rachel Johnson, Briana Guertler, Mary Sykes, Matt Hill; Back Row: John Nguyen, Nicholas Bass, Em- manuel Fairley.Ty Freeman, Greg Perrow, Paul Crisman, Aaron Wimer, Tyler Bradley, Sean Sommers SiJOtlicjht Courtney Doherty Senior Graphic Design Art History Doylestown, Pa. -Voted captain of the 2008-2009 season -Voted most dedicated in both the 2006-2007 and 2007-2008 season Q) Ck3edeadLi M- J4M£S ' ois f X • PVfO H H 1 35 : G ons W n ' s Basl eihall 356 yOomm ' s Basl eihdl 398 StA tm 8 Vive 360 n M Gvoris • Ihjto by Amy Gwaltney yOmier Gjoorts k Basketball (A 0) II iVi I After a disappointing season, the men ' s basketball team made a valiant comeback under their new head coach, Matt Brady. Brady, who began coaching in 1987, adjusted well to his first year at the university. It ' s been a terrific experience for me and my whole staff, said Brady. We inherited a group of returning players that were anx- ious and excited about the opportunity to have a winning season. By the middle of the season, Brady had already led the team to surpass last season ' s conference and overall wins. The chance to work with Coach Brady is a treat, because he brings a lot of teaching to the table, said senior Kyle Swanston. I feel like I learn something new every day when 1 come to practice. The key to success was defense, according to Brady. We have introduced a new philosophy here, said Brady. To have a championship level team you have to build your program around defense. And to that end, I believe that we ' re making great strides. Senior Juwann James believed the team ' s success this season came from having a great group of men and a strong coach. I say [our success is] because of the players ' mentality and the coach ' s effort to push the guys, said James. This year ' s players have shown that they really want to work on their game, and that they are really passionate about winning. Being a four-year player, I have seen a lot, but this year it was about just coming together and winning. The entire season, however, was not a complete string of highs ac- cording to James, who missed a few games due to a medical condition. One low point was when Coach Dean Keener got fired. He was the guy who recruited me, said James. He was like a father figure to me, but at the same time he taught me how to push through adversity. Another change this season was the resurgence in the support of the team from the university and the community. I think one of my highest points [this season] is winning and get- ting fans to come back into the Convocation Center to support us, said James. Brady agreed that the support from the administration and the community had been great. I think we have been welcomed with open arms, especially from an administration that is eager to help us put JMU at the top of this league, said Brady. The community support is terrific and it ' s been fun to watch people get excited about our team. James said that overall, it was a team with which he was happy to share the court. I think that I am surrounded by a great group of guys, and these are guys that I feel like are going to have my back, on and off the court, said James. I would have to credit a lot of my success to my teammates, because regardless of a good or bad game, they have always been confident in my abilities. Information compiled from jMUSports.com f Juwann James Jacksonville, Fla. Kinesiology Senior Statistics: -523 Career Rebounds -109 Career Steals Honors: -Scored in double figures 18 times, in- cluding five straight games before hav- ing seven points at Hofstra -The 10th Duke with 1,000 points and 500 rebounds -The second Duke with 1,000 points, 500 rebounds and 100 assists and steals 356 Gj ofis Front Row: Andrey Semenov, Devon Moore, Heiden Ratner, Ben Louis, Ryan Knight, Abdulai Jalloh, Pierre Curtis, Stephen Kendall, Scott Renkin, Julius Wells, Juwann James; Back Row: Matt Brady (head coach), Corey Stitzel (assistant coach), Orlando Bino Ranson (assistant coach), Louis Rowe (graduate assistant), Kyle Swanston, Alvin Brown, Matt Parker, Dazzmond Thornton, Greg Werner (strength conditioning coach), John Kaltenborn (sports medicine), Kevin Hargrove (director of operations), Rob O ' Driscoll (assistant head coach) SOPHOMOH ■ dribbles the! court. Louis, I signed intot program frol Australia, Jowann James 10 courtesy of Pl ° ' ° courtesy of Sports Media Sooreboarci JMU Opponent 74 Philadelphia Univ. 65 64 Davidson 99 62 Miss. Valley 54 i 82 Kennesaw State 69 54 Loyola 64 81 Florida Atlantic 64 73 Fordham 53 76 Longwood 79 55 Northeastern 60 85 Radford 81 74 Morehead State 62 70 Seton Hall 64 66 Texas-El Paso 79 81 Belmont 64 57 Towson 58 66 Drexel 60 70 Old Dominion 62 74 William Mary 65 79 UNC Wilmington 58 57 George Mason 71 70 Towson 59 . 68 Hofstra 69 ' Due to publication deadlines, some games are not included. ' sBasi ethdi Sr: PnWFRFUlLV .niinliKii ,ii Photo by Amy Gwa ? Gporis PUSHING the ball to the hoop, senior Kisha Stokes and sophomore Jalissa Taylor leap past Liberty University defenders. In my four years at JMU, I ' ve never had to sit out a game, said Stokes, looking back on her career in basketball. ' ' Ltu t Amy Gwalmey Snnr i hnnrrl ' JiviU Opponent 83 DT3 Exhibition 73 85 Radford 61 76 Maryland 90 80 E. Michigan 76 63 Boston College 71 77 Liberty 64 59 Georgetown 62 70 VA Tech 72 104 UMBC 63 76 Bucknell 56 72 St. Francis (NY) 53 87 Siena 62 90 George Mason 65 74 Towson 56 48 VCU 81 70 Delaware 53 1 60 Drexel 56 70 George Mason 65 . 72 Old Dominion 67 M ' Due to publication deadlines, some games are not included. I Women ' s The fountain of youth poured into the gym of the women ' s basketball team, fulfilling the thirst for victory. The lady Dukes consisted of four freshmen, four sophomores, two juniors and two seniors, making it a considerably young team. With skeptic voices following their every move in preseason, team members had a tough road ahead of them. But the women persevered, and the team of 12 won their first two home games, setting a tone for the rest of the season. We knew we had a lot of work to do and a lot of doubters to silence, said senior Kisha Stokes. Many critics predicted we would not do so well because we were a young team. Those critics were silenced after the Dukes ' first game, a game that junior Nana Fobi-Agyeman remembered as one of the most important during the season. That game set a morale for us, said Agyeman. It also showed the freshmen what JMU was really about and what our coaches expected from us. After that game, the Dukes did not lose at home until the 15th game of the season. With a record of 10-4, the team faced Virginia Common- wealth University (VCU) at home and lost with a score of 81-48. We pride ourselves on having one of the toughest gyms to play at, said Agyeman. Losing to VCU by that much at home was unacceptable. After falling hard at home, the Dukes clawed back. Four games lat- er, the women had one of the best victories of the season, beating Old Dominion University (ODU) 72-67. The Dukes ended ODU ' s Colonial Athletic Association (CAA) home game winning streak of 37 games. It was the first time in my four years to beat them at their place, said Agyeman. It was the greatest triumph as a team and as an individual. With triumph came hard work. The women who made up the uni- versity ' s basketball team had been preparing for these games ever since they picked up a basketball. Freshman Kiara Francisco said she had started playing basketball when she was a little girl. I got into basketball at an early age playing in youth city leagues, said Francisco. I was always talented in athletics, but I still had to work hard. Stokes, on the other hand, took some convincing to get into basketbaO. I attended a community center and the basketball coaches there saw something in me that said basketball, said Stokes. At the time I was running tra ck for a boys and girls club in Brooklyn, and cheerleading at the center. After a long time of [others] trying to convince me to play, I gave in and decided to give it a try. Ever since, I have been in love. Regardless of how old they were when they shot their first basket, the women worked hard every day to prepare for the upcoming games. The team held practice five or six days a week throughout the season. Their hard work prepared them for the tough competitors ahead. We take it one game at a time, said Stokes. We never look ahead or past another team. Information compiled from ] MUSports.com Front Row: Klara Francisco, Courtney Hamner, Kisha Stokes, Nina Uqdah, Dawn Evans, Brittany Crowell, Sarah Willianns; Back Row: Director of Operations Jenna Burkett, Assistant Coach Sean O ' Regan, Student Assistant Coach Nana Fobi-Agyeman, Jalissa Taylor, Rachel Connely, Lauren Jimenez, Kanita Shepherd, Associate Head Coach Jackie Smith Carson, Head Coach Kenny Brooks, Assistant Coach Nikki Davis Spotlight Dawn Evans Sophomore Pre-medicine Dentistry Clarksville, Tenn. Statistics: -Averaged 13.5 points per game -115 assists in the 2007-2008 season Honors: -Conference Player of the Week Nov. 16, Nov. 30 and Jan. 4 -School record seven consecutive games with 20+ points -School record 25 consecutive games making three-pointer y om n ' s 3asl ei(cpdl 339 oS U1 Dive By Casey Smith Fam-wha? FAMILY! said freshman Lauren Broussard. When describing the women ' s swim and dive team, the word most often used was family. The team was a group of women who swam together, ate together and decorated posters and banners to- gether. By practicing with one another or hanging out socially nine or 10 times a week, team members practically became sisters. 1 think the best word to describe the group of women was ' fami- ly, ' said swim coach Samantha Smith. They depended on each oth- er and they supported one another. That allowed them to grow as student athletes, but even more as a group of outstanding people. Diving coach Rebecca Benson felt the same about the team as a whole. We were one of the few swimming and diving teams that truly behaved as one unit, said Benson. It made the whole team closer and we had a lot of fun. The women swam for hours a day and lifted a few times a week. Practices throughout the season were intense, especially when they traveled to Florida Atlantic University (FAU] for their yearly training trip. The hardest training of the year is done at FAU, said Smith. The team spends eight straight days training. It was incredibly challenging, said sophomore Layne Eidemiller, who was a freestyle sprinter. We woke up at five in the morning and worked out intensely for at least two or more hours a day. I Spotlight • i P.J. Naber Junior Graphic Design Art History Chantilly,Va. Statistics: -Placed first In 100 freestyle against Northeastern, VMI Georgetown, at the Bucknell Invitational and at the CAA Pod Meet -Placed first in the 200 freestyle against Northeastern Honors: -2007-08 CAA Commissioner ' s Academic Award. The intensity of the sets and other exercises came as a shock to some new members. Florida training was probably the hardest week of training I have ever done, said freshman Morgan Hammond. We swam between five and seven thousand yards each practice, then we lifted or did dryland for an hour, and then we had to go swim again later that day. Despite the rigorous training, the women were drawn to the at- mosphere of the swim team. All the girls were so close, said freshman Melissa Helock. When I looked at other schools, the teams didn ' t seem to get along like they did. That was a huge factor for me. Broussard experienced similar feelings on her visit. I just knew this was where I was supposed to be. I don ' t know many other teams who were as close as we were and I knew those girls would be there for me, no matter what. Although this past season was not the team ' s first, it was unique nonetheless. We continue to get better every single meet and other teams notice that about us, said senior Jessica Lee, a captain. Broussard concluded, No other school I ever saw showed me the same opportunities that 1 found here: great academics and a wonderful team. Injormation compiled from JMUSpons.com Front Row: Erika Lupacchino, Morgan McCarthy, Meghan Lewis, Layne Eidemiller, Kristen Wolla, Becca Hunt, Emily Konieczny, Lisa Colapietro, Lindsey Stevenson; Second Row: Nancy Richardson, Lauren Broussard, Morgan Hammond, Lara Beth Elder, Melissa Helock, Chelsea Savage, Christina Lepore, Jessie Everett, Jessica Lee, Christina Gennari; Third Row: Carrie Greene, Samantha Holland, Beth Feather, Lauren Kranz; Back Row; Julie Stefanski, Meghan Hell, Jen Morris, P.J. 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Sororities and fraternities usually took months to prepare their performances and props for the annual event that united the Greek community. Photo by Natalie Wall CONSTRUCTION for the new Per- forming Arts Center is underway on a sunny day. It was only one of many new changes to the university ' s cam- pus, as plans for expansion paralleled the university ' s growing population. Photo by Rebecca Schneider ClosLnQ 361 A GARGANTUAN inflatable Duke Dog embellishes the front of Wilson Hall dur- ing Sunset on The Quad. The event was onlyoneof the six events that united the Madison community in celebration of Homecoming. Photo by Amy Gwaltney A SORORITY sister sings a solo as part of the Greek Sing competition. Ten per- cent of men and 1 2 percent of women joined fraternities and sororities at the university due to the strong Greek reputation of brother and sisterhood. Photo by Amy Gwaltney PARENTS are filled with university pride at the Family Weekend football game. The weekend offered families the opportunity to learn about campus life and was jam-packed with performances and events. Photo by Rebecca Schneider 3 S CloSLnQ ill Vver ike jffasi wo Uj aTs, I kave noticed ihaijYATA kas ade a ItM effort to encou-ra e siiAr dents to recv de ke T tra.sk tkromQk kavinQ rec( jdxnAca.ns aH mmnd tkejTlXIA j]]: lU ' -so}pkov A.ore £axir ' -- vs ClosinQ 369 % Joanna ' s Ld I am a yearbook nerd at heart. As 1 write this letter, 1 find it hard to believe that I have completed production of my seventh and final book. There will always be little things that 1 will look back on wish- ing I had done differently, but nothing will change how proud I am of each of the staffs with which 1 have collaborated; especially the dy- namic team that produced Ignite. Being the editor in chief of n te has been surreal. When 1 was hired at the end of my junior year, I told my parents that 1 didn ' t think 1 could do it. 1 look back in hindsight now, doubling over with happiness. I did it; but 1 could not have done it without the help and guidance of some of the most spectacular people I have ever met. Kristi, you were my backbone this year. I could not have been blessed with a better adviser Every time I freaked out, 1 didn ' t feel better until I talked to you. You have an answer for everything, and 1 truly appre- ciate all the sacrifices to your own schedule you made for our book. You are extraordinary — 1 don ' t know how you handle being in charge of the catalog. The Bluestone and a graduate-level class, yet still have time to send us cookies and pizza money. You really are the best. Leslie, oh help us. If Kristi was my backbone, you were my right arm. Not only are you a magnificent designer, you are dedicated, respon- sible and go above and beyond the tasks that are expected of you. Re- member at 2 a.m. when we thought the 88 pages we had finally com- pleted all corrupted? Now that was a HOOT. I am proud of your faith, especially since you represent it through the Jonah symbol on your neck. I ' ll be sure to tell you whenever 1 purchase my first Weatherbee weather reporter, so you better keep in touch with me! Becky, you started out as my star writer, and blossomed into a leaden Thank you for always keeping me on track, and for stepping up at ev- ery possible opportunity. I am so excited for you to tackle the 2010 edition of The Bluestone as the editor in chief; 1 know the book is in good hands. Your leadership and management skills, in addition to your artistic vision, will lead it to the success it deserves. I will never forget chasing you down Bourbon Street at 1 a.m. Sarah, we are the same person! At the beginning of the year, when you took over my former position on the editorial board, I felt like 1 had hired another me; but I was wrong. We may share the same mysterious passion for grammar but in reality, you were the copy edi- tor that I never was. 1 am really going to miss all our awesome [and slightly awkward] office-hour conversations. Don ' t forget to try all the things on your list! Natalie, this year would just not have been the same without your zany (I think that ' s everyone ' s favorite adjective for you] personality. Thanks for being on top of the photography like a pro, especially for the classes section, which has some of the least compelling photo ops in the history of photography. There are two things 1 wish for you in life: that you will always continue to foster your passion for photogra- phy, and that you will marry Seth Rogen. Colleen, oh Colleen, what a pleasure it has been to get to know you and become close with you. You amaze me — 1 think you sneezed at least 872 times during our fifth deadline, yet you were still upbeat and willing to work so diligently. 1 love how parallel our lives seemed to be throughout the year and I thank you so much for being an incredible resource for me. I know you are going to do something extraordinary for our world. You are a role model. Lucy, I am SO happy you were a part of our team this year I feel like we should put a note in the back of the book that says, 90 percent of the captions were written by Lucy Romeo. You are so talented, and I know you will go very far in life. Thanks so much for all your help! To the Ignite staff: 1 have truly loved and appreciated your enthusi- asm. I can ' t tell you how excited 1 was to see so many of you come out to our theme meeting at the beginning of the year and then continue to flex your journalistic muscles throughout the rest of the year. Your stories, photos and designs have shaped Ignite into an unforgettable book. To the lovely ladies of 12401: Can you believe it? We are going to be college graduates. Crazy! Fegan, 1 can ' t believe our four-year legacy is - coming to an end. Remember our first day in Shorts? Hi, I ' m Joanna. It ' s hard to think that we barely knew each other then, now that four years of O.C. marathons, Mrs. Green ' s lunches and Mexican vacations are almost behind us. Our relationship is extraordinary. Even though in a few months we will no longer be living together, I will always con- sider you my eternal roommate. Ashley, knights of Columbus! We are growing up. I love how much closer you and 1 have grown over the past two years. Remember when we skunked Eric and Caleb? Might be my favorite BP experience ever Even though you will always be the better player I am proud of myself for aiding you in that victory, and proud of us in so many other ways. Katherine, a.k.a. Katarzina, 1 am so happy you became a proud member of our wall, and an animated part | of our apartment this year You are so silly! Having you as our room- mate was so much fun — you always want to go out and have fun and it ' s just great! 1 will really miss you. Adam, 1 don ' t think 1 would have made it through the year without you. Knowing that I would get to see you at the end of a week pulled me through. 1 remember 1 was so excited to see you once that 1 had an entire conversation with Katherine about cheese because 1 was so giddy. I missed you being right across the street, but wouldn ' t take back any of our ping-pong games, listening to ' 90s on 9 or our trying out new meals with you for anything. Thank you for being my rock. I love you. Aileen, there really are no words. If anyone has any questions about the specialness of our relationship, they should just refer to our wall- to-wall on Facebook. I can ' t believe we are both yearbook EICs ... what a family of geeks we are. But really, thanks for everything. And last but not least. Mom and Dad: I don ' t really know how to put into words how lucky I am to have parents like you. It seems like with every step you take you are thinking of Aileen and me. As I say everyyear you are constant reminders of the kind of person I strive to be. You ' ve heard me cry, freak out and break down over the last four years, and you ' ve never given up on me. Though you didn ' t write any captions or take any pictures. The Bluestone could not have been com- pleted without you two. I love you. I ' m really going to miss this windowless cave with yellow walls, but I am excited for the next step. Thank you all so much. 310 CloSLn JoannA 3fenn6r. Editor in chie CloSLn 311 Leslie ' s Letter You would never imagine that a publication like this could come from the room it does. Through six long weekends in the dungeon of Roop Hall in a room with yellow padded walls, the 2009 Bluestone was made. We did it! First off, 1 want to thank the girls on the editorial board. Without them there wouldn ' t be a book, let alone a book this great. Jo, Sarah, Colleen, Becky, Natalie and Lucy, I must say we have had some of the strangest conversations, but I wouldn ' t change a thing. It has been great getting to know you girls. Becky, congrats on editor in chief! I can ' t wait to see the 2010 Bluestone. Jo, it ' s complete! After my computer almost crashing after a deadline, doing a happy dance when we finally got the panel flow to work, and making me recount the amount of pages we submitted 50 million times during deadline, it has been a crazy ride, but a great experience to say the least. You really have been a strong pillar throughout this whole process and we couldn ' t have done it without you! I ' m glad I finally learned how to spell courtesy. To my designers, Parvina, Rebecca, Kristen, Lauren and Jessica, I couldn ' t have done it without you. Thanks for all your hard work throughout each deadline and for pushing the envelope on your designs to help make this book great. I can ' t wait to see what each of you do in the future. I would also like to thank my roommates, Emily, Lauren and Claire, for allowing me to go in hiding for weekends at a time. You all supported me and allowed me to vent at times when needed. Thanks for everything. I know 363 will always be a home to me! Thanks to my friends here at school for allowing me to use yearbook as an excuse for anything and everything. You all provided me inspiration and support throughoutthe whole process. ■ I wanted to give a shout out to my little, Stephanie, for all her late-night visits and phone calls during deadline that provided entertainment not only for me, but the rest of the editorial board. 1 love you and don ' t know what I will do without you next year. A nd last, but certainly not least, I want to thank my family for always supporting my passions and pushing me to be the person I am today. Thank you for always encouraging me to do the best I can in everything I do. Mom, I ' m glad I am turning into you. To everyone who has touched my life while at jMU, my SGA and LPCM friends who have become my family, thank you for everything. I am a better person because of each and every one of you. THANK YOU! M L si L C vm. Creative Director 572 ClosmQ i Well, Sarah Elizabeth Chain, this is now the third time I have had to rewrite this ultimately special letter. Word should definitely have automatic save. So in re- taliation 1 am going to talk in constant exclamations! I ' m screaming this sentence right now!! Any who [any who or any whom-I never know!), onto the subject of 12-hour days, a crap load of Jason Mraz and my obnoxious mouth, face and whole being!! Well guys, we have come to that special, special place where only we can come and co-exist. That happy place, oh, that happy place. A mixture of coffee, match smoke and my feet seemed to waft in the air Mustard yellow never looked so good on carpeted walls! After spending so much time together, 1 think some apologies are needed. Okay, maybe you guys aren ' t as horrible as I am, but I must say I did some terrible things, 1 said some mean words and honestly... 1 don ' t really like you guys. Yeah, that ' s right 1 said it... )K!! Now, on to the apologies: Joanna, I ' m sorry you never fired me. Honestly, you probably should have. I ' m also sorry for the smell of my feet. They really do smell. But I am truly sorry this is our last deadline together. Good times in the yellow-lined psych ward. Sarah, I ' m sorry you can ' t be me. But let ' s get real here... no one is as cool and amazingly good-looking as myself. Just look at my pictures. Every moment spent with you has been a pleasure, and I ' m ready to spend my lifetime with you. Just remember: Was this Halloween? No. Colleen, you 1 owe the most apologies to-you had to be seen in class with me, and the truth is, I ' m embarrassing. But your gracious soul and loving heart took me in with open arms and a spoonful of peanut butter. And I couldn ' t have been happier. So thank you for coming down and saving my life, you special girl, you. Becky, I ' m sorry but I am going to steal your amazing camera. No, seriously I am. I just thought 1 should apologize before doing the deed. Seriously, without you 1 could not function. Thank you for cleaning up my messy desk and always making me laugh. You always provided me with just what I need and for that I am forever indebted. Loves you. Last, but not in the very least, Leslie. I am truly sorry, but 1 still think Jesus is hot. And if I ever got the chance to date him, I would. Thank you for your patience and for never getting too offended for whatever came out of my mouth. I would also like to thank Lucy, sweet Lucy, my photographers and everyone in the whole world! This year has been awesome and I couldn ' t do it with any of you amazingly awesome ladies. But just remember you could have never done it without me.... never. Because I am so damn awesome! Hugs and kisses! Ifiaialie TO- H Photography uirector yXMdie ' s LeAi i ciosmQ rs Ij Garak ' s Letter m 1 m- r ! H m m ■ k u r- 1 My roommate Jaequi and me It is difficult to fathom that after a lifetime of weekends in The Bluestone ' s office, we will finally hold in our hands a 400-page book. It has been a wonderful experience and I cannot wait for everyone to enjoy the final product. The book could not have come together in the way it did without the contributions of the ladies of The Bluestone ' s editorial board. You all made the deadlines entertain- ing, to say the least. Joanna, you led us through the year with enthusiasm that no one else could have shown. From my training last spring to the final deadline, you were there every step of the way to show me how great The Bluestone could be. You know I ' ll be calling you next year at midnight on a Saturday to ask the proper hyphenation of lifelong. Leslie, when you dive into the professional world, I have two snippets of advice: courtesy and integration. Keep your spell check on! What a boring group it would have been without you — and what a hungry group without your monsters. You put your heart and soul into the book, and it would have fallen to pieces without you. Becky, your dedication to even the smallest of tasks helped us all stay on track this year. Thanks for keeping me on my toes with AP style and diligently working to im- prove every article. I know you will excel as editor in chief next year, and 1 can ' t wait to see what you have planned. Colleen, 1 loved every new doodle of your initials when you edited an article — it gave me something to look forward to, especially on longer deadlines. Your eye for detail and easygoing demeanor will serve you well as you take your next step into the real world. Natalie, it has been quite the year getting to know you, and 1 wouldn ' t have done it any other way. You kept me in good spirits throughout deadline weekends. You ' ll always be my zany friend. Lucy, everyone knows we couldn ' t have completed T je B uestorie without your help. From writing captions to brainstorming headlines, you were always willing to lend a hand wherever needed, and we all appreciate it more than words can show. To my roommate and my friends, thanks for understanding when 1 went missing for days at a time. And of course, to Chris, 1 know planning our visits around deadline weekends wasn ' t easy, but I appreciate your ability to handle it all in stride. Thanks for helping me de-stress when things got too crazy. Mom and Dad — although I ' m not sure you ' ll ever understand a deadline weekend is all weekend, thanks for support- ing me and being proud of the things 1 accomplished. And because 1 cannot end without mentioning our lovely carpeted cave, thanks to the office for being my second home this year. I should have paid rent consideringhow much time I spent between classes napping on the couch or typing away on my computer Overall, it ' s been an unforgettable year. G fak CW K.Y , Copy Editor ™ Adama ij gn the 4th of July 3m. ClosmQ 1 1 hi ] t ; ■ „-i i If A? . i f • -k j m . f « ? '  i 1 ff . 1 ,f 1 « 4 m H i  4 4 H 4 ' !. ■ Met nd my K. jmla I cannot believe it. The yearbook is finished! It has been a fantastic year working on the book and I am so grateful to have been a part of the process. When I first w alked into the windowless office last spring, I could not even begin to imagine how much I would learn in a room with mustard-yellow carpet covering all of the walls. Jo, you have been a great leader and really brought out the best in all of us. Thank you for being so supportive throughout the year, both inside and outside the office. Your dedication to the yearbook was inspiring and you are going to be amazing at whatever you choose to do in the future. Sarah, thank you for keeping everything organized. Whether it was putting all the organization papers in folders or sorting all the pens by color, you really helped everything run smoothly. Your poems were inspiring to say the least. 1 tried writ- ing one for you, but alas, your talent outshone mine. Natalie, thank you for always making us laugh. The amount of funny quotes that streamed out of your mouth will not soon be forgotten. And next time you want to sew buttons on your shirt, please just let me know and I will help you. I can ' t wait for the Dress like your favorite Jimmy John ' s sandwich themed-party. Becky, put it this way, you have been a great person to work with. I am so grate- ful for your kindness and for everything you do — especially when you brought in medicine when I was sick. I ' m envious of your quick yet accurate editing and I know you will make a great editor in chief of The Bluestone next year. Leslie, thank you for your endless spirit [i.e. Christmas] and for keeping the edi- torial board under control when it got too boisterous. 1 can ' t wait to show people your monster recipe. 1 know you will be incredibly successful in the future. Lucy, did it hurt when you fell from heaven? You have been the best producer I could ever ask for Thank you for writing about a million captions each deadline weekend. Your dedication to the book was shown through your hard work and 1 greatly appreciate it. Evan, what would my college experience have been like without you? 1 can ' t even imagine. Thank you for being such a supportive boyfriend and best friend. You have the best 10 jokes I have ever heard and your listening skills far surpass any person I have ever met. These past three years have been incredible with you and 1 appreciate the fact that you always [actually usually] know what to say to keep me laughing. To the boys of Lambda Chi Alpha, especially the ones living at the house, thank you guys so much for letting me basically live with you this past yean I had some great times and appreciate all you have done to make me feel welcome. To my friends I met in China and Kenya, I have had some of the most amazing adventures with you all. Thank you for creating so many memories and fantastic experiences. And last, but certainly not least, I would like to thank my family for endless love and encouragement. Thank you for always believing in me. 1 am the luckiest per- son in the world to have such a wonderful family and I look forward to spending time at home this summer. Supervising Editor CoUens Letter Closing 31b 3 ecl ( ' s Leiiei It seems like yesterday that the ed board girls first met and barely said a word. Six deadlines later, we are done, and we may have learned a little too much about each other. Fortunately, 1 have gained great friends out of the process. Oh yeah, we created an amazing 400-page book too. |o, you should be so proud of this book. You pulled the staff together to create a masterpiece. Thank you for pushing me to do bigger things along the way. You are a hard act to follow, and 1 think that wherever you end up after graduation, you will be triumphant. Leslie, you have put so much time and dedication into this book. Your creativity shines. Whenever you think you can not think outside of the box, 1 hope you will find inspiration on every page of this book. Colleen, you are funny, compassionate and hardworking. You have a good head on your shoulders and whatever you choose to do in the future, I am positive that you will be success- ful. Your doodles always brightened my day. Lucy, thank you so much for all your hard work and dedication. You saved me from writing dreaded captions and headlines. Sarah and Natalie, you guys crack me up. I was worried that this past semester would be difficult for me, and you both helped pick me up. I think that you are both great co-workers, yl but more importantly, friends. With nights at El Charro, or just hanging out, it is never a dull moment. I ' m looking forward to seeing what next year will bring!!! [Yes, I ' m that excited that 1 need those exclamation points.) Kelsey and Kelsey, although our lives have been hectic, and we may not always be close to one another, you both continue to have a very special place in my life. You are sisters to me. ■ Steve, although you still don ' t understand what exactly a deadline is, thanks for talking to me on breaks and keeping my spirits up. We went into this year hoping for the best and 1 couldn ' t be happier with how things have turned out. Our visits mean the world to me, and 1 couldn ' t ask for a better boyfriend. I love you. Mom, I appreciate your pep talks during deadlines. If I was screaming or crying, you were there to calm me down and bring me back to earth. Your strength inspires me. You are my best friend. Dad, because of you, 1 have learned so many life lessons. Whenever things get tough, you pop into my head, telling me to take it one step at a time. I will always be your little girl, and you will always be my daddy. And to Roop G6, expect an extreme makeover I ' m sorry to whomever 1 haven ' t mentioned. You have all helped in one way or another, and 1 am eternally grateful. Love you all. j-n J Until next time. Peace out. s.6 ' l p6CC Z Ch} ' S l A t Managing Editor 376 ClosLnQ This Wc).s my first year working for The Bliiestone and it is safe to say that 1 have never seen more dedication than I have in that little, vi ' indowless office. The editors are phenomenal people — never have I felt so welcome and re- spected so quickly going into something this important. Thank you for taking a chance on me. I ' ve enjoyed every minute of it. Next I would like to take this opportunity to express my gratitude towards my family. Mom, you are my rock. Thank you always for pushing me to be myself and reassuring me that is enough in any situation. I love you. Dad, you have always pushed me to do my best and overcome whatever life throws at me; you are my inspiration. And Frankie, you are growing up to be a great person, thank you for keeping me in check; I know that wherever life takes you, good things will follow. It ' s hard to believe I have only been here for two years and I am finding my- self calling it home more and more, thanks to my friends. Allison, you have stood by me and supported me more than 1 could have ever thank you for. Thank you for putting up with my shenanigans; I am con- fident that you will make a brilliant vet someday, just stay away from fish. Sean and James, you guys are absolutely incredible. Sean, you are flipping hysterical, thank you for always listening and always bringing a smile to my face when I needed it most. James, you are one of my best friends here, thank you for always being there, and if I ever am stuck on a desert island and can only bring one person, darn tooting it will be you. Jillian, you are amazing and so full of heart, I ' m so happy I ' ve met someone here with such great musical and television show taste. Kelly Osborne thanks you. To the ladies of D-Wing and the boys who visit, you all are insane and 1 love you for it. Thank you so much for being so open and sharing the love, you all are beautiful. Here is to my friends, past, present and future, you know who you are. You have seen me through thick and thin, you are my lifesavers and I can only promise to always be there for you in return. I am so utterly happy that I have met all of you, whether it was through hall wars, cake fights, or when 1 had my face painted in a unique way and it just wasn ' t my night. Thank you. L.(A-CJA ' Ow .60, Producer ClosmQSTT ' ji Kristin McGregor Lauren Babbage Parvina Mamatova Rebecca Leggett Jessica Benjamin Kimberly Lofgren Tiffany Brown Megan Mori Not Pictured: Angela Barbosa Amy Gwaltney Shaina Allen Caroline Blanzaco Julia Simcox 37 Closing Vesl ners yOrliers (ASiness Matt Johnson Steph Synoracki Katie Thisdell Caitlin Harrison Nicole Brigagliano Casey Smith Not Pictured: Lianne Palmatier Ariel Spengler jen Beers Karlyn Williams Beth Principi Kaylene Posey Business Manager Ciosm SlQ % ♦ C olophon 2009 The 2009 Bluestone, volume 100, was created by a student staff and printed by Taylor Publish- ing Company in Dallas, Texas. The 400 pages, which cover March 2008 through March 2009, were submitted on compact discs using Macintosh versions of Adobe InDesign CS3, Photoshop 7.0 and Microsoft Word 2004. Brian Hunter served as publishing representative and Glenn Russell as ac- count executive. The theme. Ignite, was developed by Joanna Brenner, Leslie Cavin, Sarah Chain, Colleen Mahoney, Rebecca Schneider and Natalie Wall. Leslie Cavin designed the dividers and index. Leslie Cavin and Rebecca Schneider designed the opening and closing sections. Each of the other four sections were designed by Leslie Cavin, Lauren Babbage, Jessica Benjamin, Rebecca Leggett, Parvina Mamatova and Kristen McGregor The flame used throughout the folio on each page was designed by Parvina Mamatova. Designed by Leslie Cavin, the cover is gray matte with gold silkscreen and UV varnish. The end- sheets are Rainbow Oatmeal with an application of gold silkscreen. The contents paper is 100 lb. matte enamel. Type styles included - body copy: Cambria size lOpt.; captions: Myriad Pro size 7.5pt. The features section used Dream Orphans, Angelina and Apple Garamond. The classes section used Gentium. The organizations section used Anke Calligraphic FG. The sports section used Urban Sketch and Charcoal CY. Subheadlines within the features section used Apple Garamond. Subheadlines within organizations used Lucida Sans. Pages within the organizations section were purchased by the featured groups. All university recognized organizations were invited to purchase coverage with the options of a full spread or an organization picture. Unless otherwise noted, all photographs were taken by The Bluestone photography staff and con- tributing photographers. Portraits in the classes section were taken by Candid Color Photography of Woodbridge, Va. Group photos in the organizations section were taken by Natalie Wall, photog- raphy director, Sarah Chain, copy editor, and Rebecca Schneider, managing editor All athletic team photos were provided by Sports Media Relations unless otherwise noted. All digital photos were taken on a Canon Digitial Rebel XTl, Fuji S6000 or Nixon D60. Editorial content does not necessarily reflect the views of the university. The editor in chief ac- cepts responsbility for all content in the book. The Bluestone is located in Roop Hall, room G6. The staff can be contacted at MSC 3522, Harrison- burg, VA 22807; [540] 568-6541; jmu.bluestone@gmail.com. 330 Closing Our Families University Staff and Offices Brenner Family Accounts Payable Cavin Family Events and Conferences Chain Family Facilities Management Mahoney Family Financial Aid and Scholarships Schneider and Grey Families JMUHelpDesk Wall Family JMU Police Mail Services Candid Color Office of the Registrar Kurt Araujo Procurement Services 1 Carlton Wolfe Recycling Staff Roop Hall Housekeeping ) Photography Steve Smith Sports Media Relations Office of Student Activities and Involve- University Photo Services ment Taylor Publishing Company University Faculty and Administration Brian Hunter Media Board members Glenn Russell Roger Soenksen Kristi Shackelford Business Manager Kaylene Posey University Organization University Program Board Gjf edal Closing 331 ' j A Abdul-Rahman, Yasir 219 Abdul-Wahid, Hassan ... 348, 350 Abe, Paige 114 Abel, Natalie 346 Abrahamson, Craig 312 Abrams, Brett 315 Acker, Corwin 350 Acosta, Matt 273 Adams, Annalisa 314 Adler, Alison 219 Agler, Robert 312 Ahmad, Chase 292 Ahmad, Bilal 292 Ahn, Jay 88, 266 Ainsley, Brett 350 Akuak, Lue 350 Al-Haj, Sarah 151 Ai-Sherkia 308 Alami, Aisha 303 Alazraqui, Carlos 100 Albanese, Angela 72 Alberico, Ralph 259 Albert, Jacob 267, 279, 314 Albery, Erin 352 Albornoz, Miguel 309 Alcide, Matthew 175 Alderman, Brandon 350 Alderson, Laura 309 Aldo, Sean 263 Alexander, Kristin 299 Alexandre, Max 350 Alff, Kristina 252 Alford, Olivia 331 Allen, Elizabeth 284 Allen, Kathryn 209 Allen, Mike 350 Allen, Shaina 3, 64, 65, 74, 75, 80, 81, 252, 307 Allenchey, Alex 175 Allison, Brianne 268 AUmen, Karl von 350 Almquist, John 175 Alpha Epsilon Pi 148 Alpha Kappa Alpha 266 Alpha Kappa Delta Phi 266, 88 Alpha Kappa Psi 262, 263 Alpha Phi 264, 265 Alpha Phi Alpha 267 Alpha Phi Foundation 265 Alpha Phi Omega 97, 123 Alpha Sigma Tau 268, 269 Alpha Tau Omega ..124, 270, 271 Althouse, Josh 81 Altomonte, Travis 175 Amaya, Yessenia 43 Amey, Tessa 276 3 CloSinQ Amini, Adib 148 Anderson, AM 57, 265 Anderson, David 292, 293 Anderson, Leslie 331 Anderson-Golhor, Yolam 345 Andrews, Lindsey 41 Anthony, Michael 36 Anzalone, Caitlin 124, 128 Anzuini, Steven 175, 280 Apel, Diana 324 Apted, Terrence 350 Aragon, Nona 267 Archery Club 274, 275 Arefaine, Engdawork 43 Arefaine, Mickey 90 Arizzi, Sara 291 Armes, Chris 328, 329 Armstrong, Daniele 219 Armstrong, Elizabeth 221 Arndt.Andi 193 Arndt, J.Chris 193 Arnold, Jake 342 Arnwine, Carly 287 Arrowsmith, Jane 278 Asher, Steven 292 Ashton, Mike 275 Ashworth, James 285 Ashworth, Jenna 284 Asian Student Union 267 ACEl 272 Astrup, Brittany 175 Atwood, Luke 292 Austen, Timothy 252 Austin, Kurt 191 Austria, Tyler 263 Auvil, Ryan 315 Avalos, Candace 58, 133, 300, 301 Averse, Nicki 290 Avery, Allison 222 Ayers, Rebecca 219 Ayres, Alii 285 Babbage, Lauren 3, 287, 307 Babel, Leah 191 Babington, Roane 350 Badgley Clare 219, 264 Bahn, Kenneth 201 Bailey, Alexander 191 Bailey, Andrew 191 Bailey, Chonie 191 Bailey, Jessica 273, 297 Bain, Katie 315 Bain, Meghan 341 Baird, Josh 350 Baker, Jenna 295 Balady, Anthony 304 Baldwin, Tim 350 Ball, Tim 127 Ballew, Heather 297 Balos, Nathaniel 191 Banek, Ashley 297 Banks, Amanda 313 Banks, Jasmine 132, 133, 191 Banks, Sean 300 Barbee, Ashley 287 Barber, Stephany 191 Barbosa, Angela 3,139,252,290,307 Barbou, Brittany 297 Bardwell, Kacey 219 Barker, Brenda 239 Barkley Gnarls 100 Barlow, Brian 350 Barlow II, George 350 Barndt, Jessica 345 Barnes, Julia 313 Barnett, Deborah 303 Barnett, Jessica 286 Barrett, Chris 68 Barth, Grace 177 Bass, Nicholas 353 Batteiger, David 280, 281 Battistone, Vince 279 Bauer, Zachary 271, 292 Bavister, Rachel 225 Bavolack, Margaret 249 Baylor, Angelica 352 Beahm, Cassondra 209 Beatty, Michelle 240 Beatty, Nikki 352 Beaver, Chris 350 Bebout, Brandon Ill Bechard, Melissa 297 Beck, Katie 121 Beck, Matt 280 Beers, Jen 3, 28 Beino, Chris 123 Beissel, Brent 191 Bell, Amanda 313 Bell, Lauren 345 Bell, Scott 282,283 Belmonte, Jonathan 267,279,314 Beloff, Rachael 191 Belzner, Kate 225 Bemis, Max 20, 21, 22 Bendfeldt, Eric 75 Benjamin, Jessica 3 Bennett, Caitlin 28 Benson, Jerry 217, 259 Benson, Rebecca 360 Benton, Amanda 117 Bergen, Alexis 129, 284 Bergeron, Laetetia 141 Berry III, David 241 Bertoni, Ashley 175 Beverly, Xavier 91 Beyer, Kelly 241 Bianchi, Anne 352 Big Brothers Big Sisters 122, 124,129,147,270 Biggins, Marisa 331 Bihn, Elizabeth 120, 219, 315 Bileg, Bayat 91 Bilicki, Martha 219 Binda, Joy 241 Birkner, Connor 56, 299 Bishop, Meaghan 219 Black Latino Greek Caucus ....272 Black Student Alliance 273 Black, Catherine 209 Black, Travis 273 Blair, Marissa 296 Blake, Phil 273 Blanco, Zachary 191 Bland, Winston 267, 272 Blankenship, Stephen 219 Blanzaco, Caroline 3, 124, 126, 221, 252, 271, 307 Blehm, Kristina 288 Blessing, Anne 291 Blevins, Bethany 32 Blewett, Annie 40, 121 Bloomer, Brad 191 Bloomfield, Casey 217 Blue, Danielle 291 Bluestein, Thomas ...81, 175, 300 BluesTones 85 Blumenthal, Eric 252 Blythe, Linzie 198 Bobrowski, Alicia 209 Bocce Ball Club 273 Bock, Mike 143, 311 Bodkin, Norlyn 98 Bogan, Debra 54 Boggs, Galium 43 Bohn, Colby 276 Bojkova, Vaneli 191 Bolen, Daniel James 271 Bolin, Savannah 134 BoUenback, Meghan 263 Bonaroti, Marielle 219, 309 Bonifant, Jack 334 Bookbinder, Jared 249 Booth, Chris 275 Borkowski, Christine 285 Boshko, Jess 324 Bosworth, Landry ..24, 286, 287 Botello, Evan 300 Bourne Jr, James 191 Bourne, Allison 209 Bove, Greg 311 Bowers, Lindsay 345 Bowles, Chelsea 110 Bowman, Gillian 249 Boyd,Jillian 291 Boyer, Caitlin 222 Boyer, Leslie 291 Boys and Girls Club 293 Boys Like Girls 46, 69 Bracey, Felicia 291 Bradley, Lauren 324 Bradley, Tyler 280, 281, 353 Bradley, Victoria 268 Bradshaw, Isai 350 Bradshaw, John 209 Bradshaw, Marianne 284 Bradshaw, Nicole 175 Brady, Bryan 275 Brady, Laura 219 Brady Matt 356 Brakke, David 238, 239, 259 Bramow, Jeremy 303 Brandalik, Alyssa 327 Brayboy, Damien 342 Brazen, Nell 345 Brennan, Kathleen 175 Brenner, Joanna 3,103, 154,175,307,380 Brewbaker, Fielding 219,334,335 Brewster, JoAnne 233 Brigagliano, Nicole 77, 140, 175, 221, 229, 331, 379 Brill, Megan 89 Bring Your Own Spirituality.. 147 Briska, Caitlin 301 Brock, Magen 353 Brockenbrough, Angel. .272, 312 Brooks, Dorian 350 Brooks, Erin 252 Brooks, Kenny 359 Brooks, Lee 30 Brooks, MoUie 314 Brooks, Tyiesha 291 Brophy, Jessica 324 Brosnan, Pierce 248 Brothers, Carrie 315 Broughman, Justin 178, 208, 300 Broussard, Lauren 360 Browder, Jerrica 191, 296 Brown, Alvin 356 Brown, Andrea 311 Brown, Ariel 268 Brown, Ashton 137 Brown, Brandon 267, 272 Brown, Chris 311 Brown, Donnell 350 Brown, Douglas ....156, 258, 259 Brown, J. B 92 Brown, Jerald 350 Brown, Jessica 130 Brown, Melissa 289 Brown, Nideria 291, 302 Brown, Rachel 294, 295 Brown, Ronnell 350 Brown, Sophie 290 Brown, Tiffany 3 Browning, Matt 320 Bruton, Rachel 191, 299 Bryant, D. J 350 Buddenhagen, Michelle 219 Buhrman, Sarah 295 Bujakowski, Lee 320 Bullard, Michael 271 Bulter, Reese 105 Bunker, Cara 202 Burbic, Tiffany 57 Burden, Robert 27 Burdun, Jordan 127 Burek, Kendra 302 Burger, liana 48, 246 Burgess, Noelle 310 Burk, Brian 219 Burke, Brittany 285 Burkett, Jenna 359 Burkins, Kim 287 Burroughs, Tameka 353 Bush, George W. 100 Bush, Shawn 279 Bushey, Mark 191 Butler, Aaron 350 Butler, Alyson 219 Byers, Chad 350 Byun, Woojoo 114 Cady, Zachary 297 Caggiano, Kathleen 209 Callahan, Caitlin 296 Callahan, Colleen 315 Callahan, Lindsay 346, 347 Cambell, Sally 253 Campbell, Carlin 328 Campbell, Duncan 308 Campbell, Jennifer 268 Campbell, Kimberly 314 Campbell, Lyndsay 268 Campo, Nicholas 191 Camporeale, Andrew 218 Campus Assault ResponsE ....278 Campus Crusade for Christ 80,142 Gamut, Jacquelyn 265 Canter, Walter 44, 48 Canterbury Episcopal Campus Ministry 148 Cantrell, Annie 222 Caplinger, Mark 252 Career Education Officers 278 Carey, Margaret 350 Carlson, Leslie 276, 277 Carmack, Benjamin Steiner ..271 Carney, Arlene 291 Caro, Rachel 297 Carpenter, Daniel 296 Carpio, Leanne 267 Carr, Joanne 59, 258, 259 Carr, Kelly 278 Carr, Lynda 263 Carrier, Ronald 259 Carrithers, Melissa 219 Carroll, Tyler 219 Carson, Jackie Smith 359 Carter, Justin 273 Carter, Lynsey 290 Carter, Nicole 296 Carter, Tanique 175,303,330,331 Carter, Tarin 220 Cascio, Laura 285 Case, Parker 23 Caseres, Steven 320 Casey, Shaun 138 Cassandra, Brittany ' 253 Cassell, Kristin 268 Catalano, Lauren 175 Caudill, Hunter 192 Caussin, Mike 350 Cavin, Leslie 3,92,175,300,306,372 Cerminara, Amy 297 Chace, Alicia 352 Chacko, Susanna 300 Chain, Sarah 3, 80, 201, 216, 222, 226, 238, 252,254,270,281,294,306, 307,380 Chamberlain, Mary 337 Chambers, Jessica 287 Chan, Peter 304 Chaplin, Alii 315 Chappel, Sarah 220 Charette, Brian 258 Charity, Marcus 350 Chase, Julia 192 Chason, Samantha 295 Chaudhry, Rahul 342 Chavez, Jenn 323 Cheerleading 333, 353 Chekin, Peter 308 Chelena, Danielle 287 Chen, Cathleen 51, 98 Chen, Delia 266 Cheng, Yvonne 151 Chevalier, Jennifer 272 Chiantella, Marissa 220 Chidester, Elizabeth 279 Chilcoat, Ross 175 Childrey, Summer 297 Chilton, Molly 352 Chilton, Rosalie 276 Chinese Student Association. 279 Ching, LeiLani 121 Chirovsky, Christina 29, 31 Chocklett, Jessica 192 Chopivsky, Katya 295 f iax Contributions o! Thomas Sadie O ' Conner. Ill Scou Patricia Creech Earle Elizabelh Martin Eric Ae You Norby Joseph Peter Miele Stephen Baldassaris Family Richard Margaret Von Cersdorff Amy Lee Mr Mrs. Steven E. Mcleod Phan Nguyen Christian Student Union 148,149 Christie, Sara 127, 268 Christopher, Matt 292 Chu, Aldrich 350 Chuang, Jason 279, 314 Chung, lenny 266 Chupein, Rachel 344, 345 Ciccarelli, Emily 273 Clifford, Brooks 201 Cinemuse 279 Circle K International 129, 284 Clancy, Jason 252 Clark, Ashley 209, 272, 312 Clark, Cari 220 Clark, Christopher 192 Clarke, Ashley 272, 312 Clarke, Chris 350 Clarke, Ivaco 272, 296, 313 Clarkson, Genevieve 313 Clasbey, Joan 120 Class, Melissa 182 Claytor, Jamie 220 Clear Cadence 85 Clemmensen, Carol 192 Clinton, Bill 100 Clohan, Jenny 323 Clouston, Kelly 288 Club Cheer 285 Club Cross Country Track. ..285 Club Softball 290 Club Swimming 56 Coale, Amanda 74 Coates, Amanda 91 Cobb, Aamir 267 Coble, Lauren 291 Cochran, Juliana 288 Cochran, Katie 323 Cockburn, Chelsea 313 Coffman, Jennifer 171, 178 Cogossi, Matthew 192 Colapietro, Lisa 360, 361 Colby, Austin 280 Cole, Carter 263 Cole, Jordan 116 Cole, Katharine 300 Colella, Steven 296 College Democrats 136, 137,290 College Republicans 137 Colley, Vanessa 276 Collins, Christopher 220 Columbus, Mike 130 Colwell, Rob 149 Combs, Sean 252 Community Service Learning 126 Conley, Joyce 207 Connely, Rachel 359 Conrad, Kristen 345 Contemporary Gospel Singers 148,291 Conway, Katie 209, 272 Cook, Marjorie 288 Cook, Scott 350 Cooper Catherine 209 Cooper, Lindsey 175 Copley Paul 202 Corbo, Shauna 209 Cornwell, Courtney 175 Correa, Emily 279 Corriere, Dana 311 Cosby, Bill 100 Costanzo, Gina 241 Costello, Thomas 192 Cote, Heather 128,176,298,299 Cothern, Lance 192 Cottone, Nicole 220 Cottrell, Candace 312 Couch, Bryan 220, 299 Courson, Jill 24, 128 Cox, Kelly 331 Cox, Kiara 220 Craft, Corbin 279 Craig, Christopher 176 Crammer, Katrina 303 Cranston, Matthew 209 Cravath, Cristen 291 Crawley, Diachelle 313 Creamer, Sarah 209, 272 Creedon, Bobby 309 Crew, Elizabeth 192 Crisman, Paul 353 Criss, Benjamin 271 Crissey, Todd 292 Cross Country 333, 338 Crosson, Patrick 198 Crouch, Dustin 320 Crowell, Brittany 359 Cruise, Tom 143 Crutchfield, Renee 220 Cuffee, Teveion 350 Culpepper, Casey 264 Culver, Donna 252 Culver, Leigh 353 Curtis, Amy 252 Curtis, Elizabeth 278 Curtis, Pierre 356 Cury, Ryan 33 Cutchins, Kelsey 341 Cutchins, Lindsay 341 Cyphers, Heather 220 O Dales, Danny 243 Dalsimer, Jamie 268 33 : Closing Damiano, Jordan 151 Damico, Joseph 155, 156 Daniel, Amy 340, 341 Daniele, David 263 Daniels, Ashley 220, 272, 296 Daniels, Drew 280, 281 Daniels, Sam 113, 350 Dann, Nathan 57 Darby, Christabelle 93 Dardine, Jaime 324 Daugherty, Avery 296 Daughtry, Chris 87 Daughtry, Kathryn 176 Davis, Alexander 296 Davis, Nikki 359 Davis, Bradley 273 Davis, Caitlin 176 Davis, Jen 297 Dawson, Jessie 341 Dawson, Lauren 220 De France, Michael 308 De Gallery, Naomi 288 De Latt, Robert 271 De Rooij, Dolores 341 Deacon, William 296 Deal, Pat 341 Dean, Emily 287 Dear Dear 58 DeCelle, Lauren 297 Decker, Phillip 220 Decoursey, Theresa 243 DeGallery Faith 289 DeGraw, Gavin 281 De Jesus, Patricia 220 Delia, Sarah 174, 176, 315 Delta Delta Delta 291 Delta Sigma Theta 296 Demaree, Melanie 282,283,314 DeMeo, Emily 315 Dennis, Alyssa 297 De Rose, Lisa 241 DeSisto, Alex 100 Devening, Erin 268 Devesty, Zachary 192, 299 DeWitt, Christopher 192 DeWitt, Steven 192 Dickard, Matt 276, 297 Diduch, Kent 350 Dietrick, Morgan 220 DiGiovanni, Paul 46 DiLeo, Jessica 287 Dillon, Andrea 220 Dillon, Katie 345 Dilts, Judith 239 Dingledine, Thomas 30 Dingledine, William Johnston 30 Diop, Corinne 144 Di Peppi, Rose 243 Dixon, Allie 297 Dixon, Courtney 176,272,296 Doane, Lauren 209 Doby, Courtney 176 Dodds, Jessica 181 Doherty, Courtney 353 Doleman, Seth 280, 281 Dolewski, Benjamin 220 Dolewski, Darianne 209 Dominguez, Julia 322, 323 Donahue, Bryan 46 Donaldson, Jenny 268 Donner, Barrett 327 Donner, Ida 327 Donovan, Christine 257 Doody, Diana 192 Doren, Ryan 278 Dorfer, Patty 350 Dornan, Lindsay 287 Dosh, Jason 350 Dotson, Kristen 192 Douglas, Brittany 252 Dove, Leo 304 Dowd, Lindsay 301 Downar, Jackie 341 Doxie, KD 273 Doyle, Jonathan 192 Doyle, Kerry 297 Drake Jr, John 241 Draper, Bridget 339 Drauszewski, Michelle 296 Driggers, William 176 Driver, Tim 334, 335 Drugo, Scott 50 Drumheller, Casey 285 Drummond, Rachel 314 DuBose, Philip 189 Dubs, Kevin 192 Dudrow, HoUie 225 Dudzik, Drew 350 Duffy, Katie 287 Dunford, Patrick 283 Dunn, Kristen 263 Dunne, Bobby 314 Duong, Hong-Quy 266 Durden, Jeff 350 During, Jim 350 Durr, Stefan 342 Duscotch, Leslie 192 Dye, Katie 345 Dyson, Brittney 323 DAmico, Michael 192 t Eakin, Jenny 341 Earnhardt, Ashley 268 EARTH Club 61, 73, 75 East, Kamryn 297 Eaton, Katherine 223 Ebeiie, Victoria 66 Eberly, Margaret 300 Eblin, Andy 290 Eddy, Raechel 223 Edmonds, Ulrick 350 Edstrom, Brittany 42, 195, 299 Edwards, Kevin 72 Edwards, Stephanie 252 Egan, Theresa 45, 88, 89, 223 Ehrenpreis, David 177 Eidemiller, Layne 360 Einsmann, Scott 275 Eisenhart, Jennifer 223 Eisenhauer, Rebecca 331 Elchenko, Samantha 176 Elder, Lara Beth 360 Elgert, Andrew 300 Elias, Pamela 295 Elise Freeman 312 EUerbe, LaVonne 330, 331 Ellis, Alexandra 297 Ellis, Lauren 290 Ellison, Devan 291 EUiston, Nathaniel 82 Elstro, Ashley 195, 299 Embry, Lindsey 195 Emery, Jeri 223 Enedy, Brian 350 Engelmann, Kristin 288 Engle, Katelyn 195 Epley, Peter 240 Epperson, Justin 342 Eppes, Morgan 223 Equestrian Club 276, 277 Erdely, Andrew 195 Erickson, Rebecca 326, 327 ErkenBrack, Kristina 174, 298, 299 Esnaola, Samantha 223 Evans, Claire 59 Evans, Dawn 359 Everdale, Jen 198 Everett, Jessie 360 Everett, Sam 272 Ewen, Kaitlin 297 Ewers, Jacob 300 Exit 245 85, 112,280,281 f Fabiaschi, Mike 320 Fagan, Casey 302, 331 Fahy, Kristin 195 Fairley, Emmanuel 353 Falls, Gary 55 Fame, Rachel 198 Fanelli, Lauren 346 Fanzo, Krystle 223 Farber, David 311 Farenholtz, Kariann 313 Farley, Trishena 133, 300 Farlow, Will 155, 156 Farrell, Ryan 304 Feather, Beth 360 Feather, Gale 223 Feathers-Brown, Tiffany 65 Fecko, Elise 195 Feild, Anne Love 279 Felton, Lindsey 216 Felts, Meredith 323 Fencing Club 282, 283 Fenerty, Caitlin 268 Fenner, Nicole 347 Ferguson, Paula 176 Fernandes, Zach 56 Fernandez, Elisa 149 Fessler, Megan 345 Field Hockey 333, 341 Fiellin, Maya 302 Fiesta, Geraldine 313 Finch, Erin 176 Fink, Morgan 276 Finn, Daniel 271 Finney, Timothy 252 Fischer, Caroline 272 Fischer, Melissa 297 Fisher, Alyssa 297 Fisher, Vernita 272, 296 Fisher-Duke, Peter 133 Fishman, Jake 285 Fitzgerald, Samantha 128 Fitz-Maurice, Colin 350 Fitzgerald, Amy 209 Fitzgerald, John 44 Fitzgerald, Joseph 173 Fitzgerald, Katie 97 Fitzmaurice, Catherine 252 Fitzmaurice, John 176 Fitzpatrick, Donald 195 Flach, Clare 56 Flanagan, Grace 291 Flanagan, Ryan 350 Flateland, Ashley 345 Fleming, Frank 303 Fleming, Michael 302 Flick, Melanie 313 Flora, Megan 195 Flory, Jason 315 Floyd, Susan 194 Flynn, Katie 323 Fobi-Agyeman, Nana 359 Foelber, Kelly 315 Fogel, Joseph 195, 278 Foley, Maggie 276 Foltz,Alex 320 Football 333, 348-351 Foote, Michael 304 Forbes, Jeff 334 Forbes, Lois 59 Ford, Brittany 352 Ford, Heather 195, 297 Foreman, Kimberly 189 Forrest, Allison 223, 350 Fortner, Brittany 352 Foster, Aspen 338 Foster, Emily Beard 154 Foster, Porshia 223 Foundas, Alexandra 252 Fournier, Holly 3 Fowler, Anna 195 Fox, Jessica 264 Francisco, Kiara 359 Franker, Charlie 271 Frazier, Christopher 223 Fredericks, Gina 241 Fredericksen, Holly 339 Freeman, Elise ■. 312 Freeman, Ty 353 French, Kathleen 252 French, Sarah 313 Freshwater, Kate 291 Frey, Jennifer 176 Fridley, Brian 273 Friends of Rachel 64 Frink, Danna 331 Fritsche, Olivia 291 Fry, Julie 223,311,315 Fuchs, Natasha 324 Fudesco, Dominic 271 Fuentes, Isabella 140 Fuller, Ashley 296 Fulton, Gaby 297 Fultz, Stephanie 278 Furman, Madison 352 Furtado, Nicole 263 Fuzy, Michael 287 a Gaines, Victoria 272, 312 Galiffa, Gigi 309 Galing, Stephanie 291 Gallagher, Moira 291 Gallagher, Stephanie 223, 275 Gallalee, Hunter 252 Galofaro, Tracy 287 Gamma Sigma Sigma 140 Gandolfo, Maria 278, 287 Gannon, Jason 342 Ganoe, Timothy 195 Gardiner, Emily 297 Gardiner, Megan 269 Garfield, Bradley 195 Garner, Brett 320, 321 Garner, Disa 346 Garretson, Eleanor 252 Garrett, Stacey 24 Dr. Mrs. William CBroUiers Mr Alexander Siatil Or k Mrs. Chrisioptier Chlaniella led a Joanne Siever Dennis a Dianne O ' Keefe The Kelley Family Candy k Rudy Kiffor Debbie k Peie Losso Stephen Warnock Dr Julia Donovan Paul k Debbie Sykes L Irvde) 335 ' Ij Garrett, Stephanie 209,234,314 Garrity, Brooke 295 Gateau, Jackie 324 Gateiy, Maureen 223 Gatewood, Kelly 132, 133, 141, 252 Gaven, Julie 223 Gawler, Alexandra 296 Gehring, Christian 87 Geiger, Michael 195 Gennari, Christina 360 Genota, Jeffrey 176 Gentry Morgan 294, 295 Gerlach, Joel 280 Gerloff, Meg 291 Germain, Kelly 345 Germain, Kim 345 Gesualdi, Chris 223 Ghanem, Susan 300 Gibbs,Allie 152 Gibbs, Kate 94 Gibson, Andy 110 Gilbert, Melanie 257 Gill, Emily 143 Gillenwater, Kyle 350 Ginish, Laura 272 Ginnow, Jason 114 Giordano, Brian 296 Girard, Parker 315 Girard, Ryan 176 Gitlin,Aly 272 Glace, Alison 123 Gliesing, Julie 310 Gnegy, Cora 252 Godbey, Megan 283 Godino, Alesha 288 Godwin, Natalie 314 Goff, Derek 195 Goff, Matt 350 Goff, Melanie 290 Golden, Lindsey 176 Goldman, Rebekah 299 Goldstein, Andrew 46, 68 Gomes, Kayleigh 223 Gonzalez, Teresa 259 Gooch, Kelly 285 Gooden, Paul 337 Goodman, John 76 Gordon, Kaitlyn 252 Gorham, Katie 285 Gorman, Cara 138 Gorzelnik, Karl 241 Gould, Allison 360 Gould, Meaghan 224 Graff, Allie 287 Graham, Bryan 305 Graham, Eileen 57, 173 Grandizio, Jamie 224 Grant, Mike 292 Grasso, Alicia 291 Graves IV, George 195 Graves, Julius 350 Graves, Tiffany 209, 266, 272 Gray, Candice 224 Gray, Caroline 32 Gray, Christopher 176 Gray, Megan 224 Gray, Nancy 247 Green IV, Allen 195,303 Green, Brandyn 267, 273 Green, Britnie 272, 312 Green, Jerrell 312 Green, Marley 62 Green, Quaneisha 309 Greene, Carrie 360 Greenhood, Molly 279 Greenstein, Alexa 295 Gresham, Catherine 249 Griffin, Gerren 350 Griffin, Jess 285 Griffin, Kim 324 Griffith, Graham 292 Grimes, Brian 346 Grinnell, Patty 263 Groseclose, Candice 224 Gross, Melinda 300 Gross, Monty 226 Groves, Gregory 196 Grubb, Lynn 241 Gruber, Jonathan 253 Guenthner, Claire 295 Guerrier, Nancy 211 Guerriere, Katelyn 331 Guertler, Briana 353 Guglielmo, Christina 176 Gulaskey, Jodee 224 GuUi, Lauren 224 Gumas, Stefanie 210 Gunderson, Ashleigh 34 Gundrum, Jo 350 Gunnarsson, Catherine 337 Guth, Kerri 241 Guthrie, Joyce 189 Gutierrez, Cindy 241 Gutshall, Chelsea 252 Gwaltney, Amy 3,38,50,378 Gyamfi, Victor 267, 300 H Ha, Julie 279,314 Haas, Michael 310 Haase, Leslie 273 Habitat for Humanity 123,127,148,269 Hady Jillian 224 Hafer, Lauren 179 Hafez, Nabila 266 Hagan, Sara 179 Haggerty, Patrick 296 Hahn, Heather 224 Haines, Emily 179 Hall, Adam 300 Hall, David 252 Hall, Janna 273 Haller, Emily 310, 311, 324 Hally Zach 208 Halpern, Linda Cabe 259 Halverson, Lindsey 291 Hama, Zana 91 Hamidzada, Faheem 314 Hamilton, Brittany 224 Hamilton, Carol 190 Hamilton, Paris 267 Hammerle, Michelle 264 Hammond, Morgan 360 Hamner, Courtney 358, 359 Hanamura, Sachiko 73, 304 Hancock, Heather 302 Haney, John 252 Hannemann, Victoria 224 Hanson, Robert 239 Haque, Mesbaul 224 Hardiman, Foster 315 Hargrove, Kevin 356 Harmon, Catherine 224 Harmon, Haley 290 Harmon, Lindsay 302 Harmon, Matt 285 Harner, Ariana 179 Harper, Aaron 350 Harper, Andrew 350 Harper, Ben 112 Harper, Henry 252 Harriman, Erica 273 Harrington, Kristen 337 Harrington, Laura 302 Harris, Briana 272 Harris, Devon 196 Harris, Elayne 249 Harris, Justin 267 Harris, Kristy 252 Harris, Lauren 291 Harris, Shaun 267, 272 Harris-McDonnell, Alicen 297 Harrison, Caitlin 3, 38, 307 Harrison, Erin 330 Hartman, Christie-Joy Brodrick .. 60 Hartman, Holly 210, 297 Hartman, Jackie 360 Harvey, Andrew 342 Hash, Cyndle 291 Hatch, Rebecca 295 Hatcher, Rachel 24 Hauck, Amanda 360 Haverkamp, Emilee 94 Hawthorne, Alex 262, 263 Hayes, Megan 297 Haymore, Josh 350 Haynal, Kaitlyn 79 Haynal, Mona 79 Hays, Erica 249 Haywood, Marcus 350 Hazlegrove, Casey 210, 299 Heil, Meghan 360 J Hein, Benjamin 224 • Heise, Lisa 345 Heishman, Aimee 210 Heisterman, Jessie 324 Heller, Sarah 297 Helock, Melissa 360 Hemphill, Jacob 86 Henderson, Erica 341 Hendricks, Mark 350 Henig, Bridget 179 Henning, Erin 290 Henry, Cynthia 196 Henschen, Laura 273 Herbek, David 320 Hernandez, Dre 30 Herninko, Jessica 92 Herron, Stephanie 41 Hershey, Emma 252 Hesse, Alaina 309 Heston, Leanna 346 Hewitt, Fegan 152 Hicks, Adam 57 Hicks, Kendall 352 Hicks, Reggie 350 Higgins, Tara 66 High, Chelsea 331 Hijjeh, Andrew 314 Hildebrand, Steven 252 Hilgar, Becky 341 Hill, Ashley 94 Hill, Faith 225 Hill, Matt 353 HiU, Melissa 323 Hill, Sara 295 Hillebrand, Kendel 134 Hillery Jade 273 Hillery, Margaret 224 Hillgrove, Christine 298, 299 Hilliker, Turner 179 Hirschberg, Dianna 196 Hitchko, Mark 73 Hite, Chris 350 Hlatky Christina 291 Hoang, Kristen 266 Hobbs, Gemma 288 Hobeck, Stephanie 218 Hodgen, Whitney 295 Hodges, Katelyn 287 Hodgkins, Danielle 314 Hoegel, Phillip 179 Hoffman, Catherine 207 Hoffman, Emily 56, 57, 179 336 CIOSIYVQ Hoffman, Jordan 224 Hoffman, Kyle 320 Hogan, Greg 300 Hole, Kristyn 252 Holland, David 148 Holland, Kelsey 296 Holland, Samantha 360 Hollands, Sara 55 Holley Bethany 210 Hollister, Macon Ill Holloman, Eugene 350 Holmes, Andrew 350 Holmes, Kathryn 252 Hoist, Krystel 315 Holt, Moira 135 Hong, Soon Yong 91 Hook, Diana Van 235 Hopkins, Brittany 291 Hopkins, Megan 152 Horton, Jeana 179 Hoshower, Stephanie 60 Hou, Wendy 279 Houck, Kurt 320 Houper, Curtis 292 Housman, Jacob 196 Hovanic, Meghan 130 Howard, Caitlin 278 Howell, Addison 249 Howell, Cassandra 291 Howell, Claire 297 Howell, Kevin 342 Hubbard, Elizabeth 243 Huber, Meghan 95 Huddleston, Jessica 299 Hudgens, Laura 294, 295 Hudson, Jennifer 225 Huffstetler, Alison 264, 278, 299 Hulock, Whitney 224 Hunt, Amy 303 Hunt, Becca 360 Hunt, Stephanie 296 Hunt, Stephen 308 Hunter, Adam 40 Hunter, Heavenly 291 Hunter, Jenny 295 Hunter, Markus 350 Hunter, Sam 145 Huntsberger, David 40, 41 Huynh, Alida 314 Hurley, Laura 249 Hurlock, Brittany 224 Hurst, Brian 179 Huskey, Jordan 287 Hutchinson, Kyle 280 Hutchinson, Sue 211 Huynh, Aimee 93 Huynh, Alida 279 Huynh, Michelle 279, 314 Hyatt, Meghan 179 Hynes, Mae 311 Hyson, Katie 210, 264 I Ibrahim, Sara 252 Incubus 87 Inge, Margaret 227 Ingram, Krishna 303 Innes, Kristin 227 Innes, Patrick 342 Interfaith Coalition 308 InterVarsity 80, 253 IntoHymn 85, 149, 253 lorio, Chandler 196 Irons, Steven 279 Ispizua, Martin 112 Itam, Jason 281 Ivanova, Toni 264 I ackson, Jamie 314 ackson, Rashaunda 296, 313 ackson, Steve 263 acob,Will 227,309 acobs, Brigid 278 acobs, Evan 227 acobsen, Dana 255, 304, 305 adson, Rashaunda 272 ahrling, Bria 50, 246 ain, Briana 327 alloh, Abdulai 356 ames, Juwann 356, 357 amison, Lee 142, 143, 263 ankura, Krisztina 179 aramillo, Nico 222 efferson, Emmanuel 267 effrey David 172, 259 enkins, Chris 263 enkins, Katie 145, 315 enkins, Sean 255 ensen, Ashley 291 epson, Katie 275 erlinski, David 66 erlinski, Jo 66 essee, Emily 268 iggetts, Donte 273 imenez, Lauren 359 MU Chorale 84 obe, Stefan 240 ohn, Daniel St 183 ohnson, Christine 225 ohnson, Christopher 196, 320 ohnson, Elizabeth 263 ohnson, Erin 341 ohnson, Garrett 279 Johnson, Jalisa 273 Johnson, John 196 Johnson, Katelyn 302 Johnson, Katy 278 Johnson, Kelly 346 Johnson, Kendra 323 Johnson, Marilou 247 Johnson, Matthew 3, 255, 307 Johnson, Michelle 346, 347 Johnson, Pam 248 Johnson, Pete 350 Johnson, Rachel 273, 353 Johnson, Reece 227 Johnson, Ryan 86, 87 Johnson, Shelton 350 Johnston, Bobby 345 Johnston, Jill 83 Jo hnston, Kacie 227 Johnston, Kiley : 196 Jones, Ashley 268 Jones, Ashton 296 Jones, Josiah 320 Jones, Bobby 277 Jones, Caleb 292 Jones, Donna 255, 284 Jones, Jessica 254 Jones, Kierra 303 Jones, Mike 311 Jones, Todd 141 Jorgenson, Emily 39 Joshi, Parth 290 Joyce, Jeff 60,73 Jucks, Brendon 131 Julien, Christina 345 Jung, Matthew 140 K Kable, Holly 90 Kade, Lauren 297 Kaine, Tim 59, 103, 139 Kale, Nick 227, 274, 275 Kaltenborn, John 356 Kapach, Kaitlyn 297 Kappa Alpha Theta 286, 287 Kappa Kappa Psi 296 Karach, Kelsey 315 Karlin, Eve 299 Katz, Ryan 196 Katz, William 121 Kavianpour, Sarah 300 Kaye, Rebecca 227 Kaylid, Trevor 320, 321 Kazemifar, Mahsa 196 Keane II, Joseph A 271 Kearney, Amanda 126 Keefe, John 46 Keener, Dean 356 Kegley, Lacy 314 Contributions of $10 ' Kevin Dehhi MrAvn Joe Jacky Van Cleve David. Rosemary k Lauren biuwn Mr Mrs. L Wayne Kirby Dr Mrs. Charies W. Phillips Dr Mrs. William LBaugner Ric Sharon Siruihers Mr Mrs. Charles S. Simms IV Dicl Winn Corinne Broderick Kirk Donna Blackburn Kelly Krisiin Baltimore Keiser, James 196 Kelley, Alexandra 304 Kelly, Morgan 324 Kelsey, Richard 95, 271 Kelty, Chris 320 Kendall, Stephen 356 Kenney, Trae 350 Kenny Patrick 87 Kent, Alex 21 Keough, Paula 227 Kern, Mike 311 Khoor, Anna 326, 327 Killam, Allison 276 Killen, Heather 179 Kim, Johanna 264 Kim, Sue 302 Kimberly, Morgan 324 Kimbrough, Ellen 345 Kimlel, Justin 263 King, Anasa 227, 272 King, Charles 259 King, Chiquita ...26,27,110,179,266,272,300 King, Sherry 77 King, Tara 341 Kingsbury, Joshua 271 Kinney, Jake 202 Kirk, Amber 323 Kirkland, Justin 179 Kissam, Stephanie 125,287,300 Kita, Claire 315 Kite, Tracey 77 Klaes-Bawcombe, Shelley 324 Klassen, Lisa 264 Klei, Kristin 286 Klein, Mike 314 Kline, Krissy 331 Kline-Gabel, Karina 171, 182 Klinger, Sarah 313 Klipfel, Kate 291 Klippstein, Blythe 201, 302 Knabe, Alex 151 Knight, Brittany 313 Knight, Jackie 92, 94 Knight, Ryan 356 Knight, Trevor 320 Knoblach, James 196 Koch, Andy 57 Koch, Jennifer 179, 196, 296 Kochesfahani, Jennifer 196 Kohler, Brenton 227 Kolar, Kelley 264 Kominic, Kenny 87 Koncelik, Courtney 291 Konieczny, Emily 360 Koob, Michelle 20,21 Kook, Arielle 253 Koslosky, Jamie 227 Kostkowski, Brent 39 Krafft, AUie 315 Kramer, Shannon 337 Kranz, Lauren 360 Krattinger, Nicholas 196 Kraus, Sara 291 Krause, Brittanny 248 Kudlick, Shannon 297 Kuhland, Jeffrey 227 Kuhn, Jason 320 Kulsar, Steven 225 Kummers, Tracy 196 Kump, Michael 179 Kurecki, Jacqueline 255 Kurth, Laura 179 Kyger, Margaret 207 L La, Jennifer 241 La, Phuong 255, 266 Lafferty, Rachel 95 LaGravenese, Joseph 180 Lake, Joe 320 LaLiberte, Evan 280, 281 Lam, Christine 267, 279, 314 Lam, Tana 54 Lam, Thanh 303 Lamb, Korey 291 Lambert, Erica 296 Lamore, Lauren 206 Lampton, Danny 87 Lancaster, Demetrius 291 Landers, Rodney ....349, 350, 351 Lane, Chandra 278 Lane, Zachary 267, 272 Lange, Liz 276 Langford, Ryan 341 Langston, McKinnon 320 Lanier, Adriane 296, 313 Lanier, Tracy 303 Lannetti, Tori 288 Lanphier, Daniel 350 Lansky, Doug 82 LaRoche, Samantha 196 La Rosa, Dave 124, 271 Larsen, Val 201 Larson, Stephanie 311 Laser, Jared 229 Lass Jr, Kenneth 174, 180 Lautenschlager, Ford 283 Laverty, Emma 196, 302 Law, Emily 210 Lawrence, David 180 Lawrence, Kerri 287 Lawrence, Sean 227 Lawrence, Vicki 77 Lawson, Dolly 74 Lay Pat 273 Layman, Sarah 72 Leahy, Thomas 46, 85 Ledebuhr, Rachel 296 Ledebuhr, Rebecca 296 Lee, James 230 Lee, Jamie 226 Lee, Jessica 360 Lee, Kathleen 287, 300 Lee, Nicole 180 Lee, Stephen 255 Lee, Telmyr 255,266,272,291,313 Lee, Yuri 255 Leffke, Stephanie 268 Leggett, Amy 291 Leggett, Rebecca 3,180,307,378,380 Lemke, Whitney 264 Lemn, Scott 350 Leon, Mike 116 Lepore, Christina 360 Leslie, Matt 314 Lesnoff, Rebecca 302 Lesperance, Bayley 269 Levesque, Marco 74 Levis, Jaclyn 226 Levitt, Dan 222 Levy, Brent 314 Lewis, Annie 352 Lewis, Lindsay 324 Lewis, Durrell 296 Lewis, Meghan 311, 360 Lichtenberg, Eden 286 Liette, Danielle 313 LIGHTS 46 Liles, Jordan 188 Lilja, Matthew Robert 271 Limbaugh, Rush 100 Lindamood, Emily 264 Lindenfelser, Heidi 95, 315 Lindros, Lauren 241 Lindroth, Sofia 346 Lindsay, Anne 249 Lines, Susan 324 Link, Ryan Alexander 271 Linn, Reid 156 Little, David 309 Liu, Phoebe 279 Livesey Jr., Mike 100 Lloyd, Jennifer 180 Locke, Matthew 267 Lockey, Lauren Minnich 148 Lockley Matt 350 Lodder, Jennifer 199, 352, 353 Lofgren, Kim 3 Loftus, Kevin 267 Lofurno, Jaimie 210 Loizou, James 279 Lomady, Mary Kate 324 Lombardo, Dave 345 Lonett, Jessica 315 Long, Emily 313 Long, Kerby 350 Lopchinsky , Pamela 227 Lopez, Zackary 271 Lorenti, Brittany ....241, 274, 275 Lorenzi, Allison 227 Lott, Renee 331 Loub, Summer 287 Louis, Ben 356, 357 Lovallo, Kristin 227 Lovell, Sharon 259 Lovin, Katy 263 LowKey 85 Lowry, Annie 345 Lu,Jill 266 Lucas, Antoinette 341 Luginbuhl, Rachel 142 Luongo, Courtney 210 Lupacchino, Erika 360 Lurie Jr, Robert 199 Lussier, Brittany 339 Lutheran Presbyterian Campus Ministry 147 Lyddane, Brittney 323 Lynch, Carissa 227 Lynch, Kelly 336, 337 Lynch, Lucy 324 Lynch, Whitney 226 Lyon, Christopher James 271 Lyons, Jeremy 297 Lyons, Jonathan 271 Lyons, Matthew 271 Lytle, Tracey 228 m Maccarone, Alison 199 Maccubbin, Kristen 278 MacDonald, Lindsay 144 Macey, Andrew Jon 270, 271 Mackin, Stacy 291 Maddox, Karen 199 Maddox, Morgan 346 Madison Dance 297 Madison Equality 288, 289 Madison Historians 297 Madison Marketing 302 Mae 58 Magee, Bethany 255 Maggi, Jessica 249 Magno, Christopher 228 Mahar,A.J 271 Mahoney, Colleen 3, 90, 178, 180, 188, 307, 380 Mahoney, Erin 120 Maier, Michelle 324 Maira, Lauren 352 Majors, Inman 171, 174 Make Your Mark On Madison. 257 Maldonado, Esteban 342 Closm Malinchak, Alison 291 Malinowski, Amanda 268 Malone, Chris 350 Mamatova, Parvina 3, 307 Manahan, Ken 342 Mandra, Steplianie 228 Manges, Katie 299 l anley, Christine 285 Manning, Candice 228 Manuel, Thomas 308 Maraya, Adrianne 267 March To The Arctic 87 Marching Royal Dukes 78, 296 Mares, Matt 350 Marketti, Mike 84 Marksteiner, Rebecca 285 Marr, Sarah 124, 299 Marshall, Zach 271 Martin, Christopher 199, 271 Martin, Heather 268 Martin, Mary 97, 123 Martin, Tiffany Lynn 50 Martin, Tom 342 Martin, Tyler 275 Martinez, Dana 95 Martinez, Eva 228 Mason, Christine 228 Mathews, Erin 228 Mathis, Kellie 199 Matthews, Clayton 350 Matthews, Kerry 263 Matthews, Megan 341 Matthews, Mickey 350 Maulding, Rachel 152 Maurer, Jessica 287 Maxberry, Erika 303 Maxey, Allen 228 Maxfield, Bethany 298 Maxwell, Kelly 327 Mayhew, Kelly 140 Maykoski, Ten 345 Maynard, Russell 180 McAdoo, Doug 280 McArdle, )aclyn 96, 199 McAuley John 271 McCabe, Cara 255 McCain, John 100,137 McCarter, Rockeed 350 McCarthy, Morgan 360 McCharen, Christopher 313 McClung.A. J 272 McClure, Jon 345 McCollough, Evan 350 McCormack, Ryan 271 McCoy Kate 353 McCoy William 267, 272 McCracken, Rachelle 82 McCullough, Nathan 275 McCuUough, Shannon 272 McCurdy Julia 273 McDonald, Jenna 210 McDonald, Roy 272 McDonnell, Rachel 352 McEvoy, Shawn 349 McFadden, Maggie 345 McFaddin, Kaitlin 346 McFarland, Joe 320 McGee, Callie 291 McGee, Scotty 349, 350 McGinley, Stephen 308 McGoldrick, Kristen 234 McGowan, Lana 331 McGraw, Maggie 127 McGregor, Kristin 3, 307 McGrew, Wesley 75, 230 McHarg, Molly 241 McKay, Jackie 291 McKechnie, Kayla 264 McKeever, Tiara 266, 272, 313 McKernin, Shannon 315 McKinney David 137, 290 McKinney, Katherine 255 McLeese, Nora 290 McLeod, Tyler 279 McLouth, Kiersten 324 McMahan, Grace 313 McMillin, Challace 108 McNally Thomas 292 McNamara, Kelsey 346 McNeil, Doug 350 McNeils, Melissa 341 McPadden, Colleen 180 McPartland, Caitlin 300 McPike, Ashley 255 Mead, Josh 315 Meholic, Emily 96 Meisenzahl, Michael 334 Melas, Nicholas 73 Melton, Thomas 199 Mendoza, Karol 140 Menghetti, Alex 324, 325 Menna,J. C 320 Menoutis, Eleni 29 Men ' s Basketball ....355, 356, 357 Men ' s Chorus 84 Men ' s Club Basketball ...292, 293 Men ' s Golf 333, 334 Men ' s Soccer 333, 342 Men ' s Tennis 319 Mercer, Molly 83 Merner, Heather 352 Mernin, Lauren 323 Merrill, Amy 242, 243 Merritt, Caitlin 134 Merritt, Lindsey 140, 314 Mesa, Laura 337 Meyer, Kendall 268 Meyer, Scott 199 Michetti, Amanda 285 Middleton, Eden 206 Midgette, Andrew 255 Midkiff, Sarah 178 Mikuta, Katelin 268 Milam, Jackie 241 Miles, Lauren 346 Militar, Flor 266 Miller, David 120 Miller, Jeremy 199 Miller, Mandy 345 Miller, Stephanie 228 Miller, Yvonne 207 Mina, Reza 267, 302 Mincone, John 320 Minese, Katie 287 Mink, Sarah 297 Miragliotta, Michael 249 Miscioscia, Lauren 268 Mitchell, Katelyn 199 Mitchell, Kelly 263 Mittelman, Kayla 313 Moats, Arthur : 350 Mobed, Tanya 199 Moeck, Michael 180 Moen, Bryan 73, 282, 283, 300 Moffa.John 199 Mohamud, Mohamud 292, 293 Mohler, Kristina 199, 352 Molino, Genua 228 Molinaro, Jennifer 228 Monroe, Brandon 350 Montano, Jhonny 334 Moon, My-Ha 314 Mooney Peter 278, 308 Moore, Cassandra 210 Moore, Chervon 272, 312 Moore, Devon 356 Moran, Alisha 341 Moran, Thomas 215, 218 Mordecai, Kate 255 Morehouse, Alexis 42 Morgan, Brittany 273 Morgan, Elizabeth 249 Morgan, Mary Margaret 295 Morganstern, Jen 299 Mori, Megan 3,49,72,91,98,128,173, 180,181,234,307,340,343 Moroz, Katherine 228 Morris, Debbie 54 Morris, Jen 360 Morris, Katie 221, 273 Morris, Nikki 276 Morris, Rachael 199 Morrison, Janine 210, 299 Morrison, Leah 350 Morrissey James 299, 305 Morsink, Kyle 342 Morton, Bruce 38 Morton, Katherine 39, 255 Moser, Chandler 212 Motala, Jason 199 Contributions n ' Rand Josanne Pearsall Devin Kearon Mr. Mrs. David P Thompson Charles Barbara Davis Parlicl Trimble Thomas Mary Siickney Michael J. Cruccio Elizabeth T Shaeffer DDS Jakes Mom Dad Ed Nina Byron Phil Linda Moffett Edward Carol Forrest Donald Terry Canoies Mr Mrs. James E. Robinson Family of Catherine Black Kristy Harris Mothers Against Drunk Driving . 294 Mothersliead, Tiffany 3 1 5 Mouhssine, Hanane 199 Moxey, Shannon 323 Moyer, Adam 304 Mozaic Dance 302 Mozingo, Chad 334 Mueller, Andrea 57 Mueller, Molly 180 Mulheren, Rachel 315 Mullen, Jeffrey 199 Munson, Julie 341 Munson, Caitlin 272 Munson, Kevin 320 Muraco, Janessa 52 Murphy, Dan 32 Murphy, Kathleen 43 Murphy Kelly 350 Murray-Paige, Ann 89 Musser, Rebecca 144 Myers, Jason 208 Myers, Jessica 234 Myles, Sharnell 303 - n NAACP 303 Naber, R J 360 Nannini, Adriana 276 Napier, Amilie 146 Napoda, Elizabeth 241 Naquin, Jessica 262, 263 Narayan, Vinod 208 Nardo, Kelly 290 Nash, Niecy 100 National Society of Minorities in Hospitality 303 Naumenko, Oksana 177 Nauta, Jessica 331 Navarrete, Rachel 299 Neckar, Kaitlyn 228 Neel, Tara 2 1 Neely Matt 334 Neeson, Liam 248 Nelms, Candace 331 Nelson, Jenna 228, 314 Nelson, Shannon 264, 304 Nelson, Vidal 350 Nemith, Tara 200 Nervous Habits 84, 86 Nettles, John 229 Neubert, Anna 248 Neurohr, Zack 273 Newlon, Sarah 255 390 ClosLn Newma n, Charlie 350 Newsom, Renee 266, 272 Newton, Bianca 273 Ngo, Megan 263 Ngongbo, Sheila 241 Ngu, Natalie 279, 314 Nguyen, Cathleen 279, 314 Nguyen, DuyNhat 266 Nguyen, Han 267, 279, 314 Nguyen, John 353 Nguyen, Kim 266 Nguyen, Michael 279, 314 Nguyen, Minh 279, 314 Nguyen, Nammy 267 Nguyen, Thanh-Thuy 279, 314 Nguyen, Thanh 279 Nguyen, Vi 291 Nicewonger, Christine 331 Nicholson and Rousseau 53 Nicholson, Caitlin 291 Nielsen, Bryce 43 Nimitz, Kristin 327 Noble, Melissa 299 Noble, Scott 350 Noel, Justine 302 Noftsinger, John 259 Norris, Alexandra 295 Norris, Denny 280 Norris, Katherine 66,152,153,200 Notoriety 85 Nowell, Katherine 255 Nowzadi, Nadia 228 Nursing 295 Nursing Student Association 294,295 Nydal, Alex 342 Gates, Julia 285 Obama, Barack 100, 103, 137, 139 Obendorfer, Jamie 331 Obeng, Michael 73, 100 Ocean Spilling Over 85 Odango, Priscilla 267 Olexson, Ryan 331 Oliver, Kelley 255 Olmsted, Katherine 278 One in Four 308 Opala, Joseph 251, 254 OrangeBand 136 Orokos, Nicole 210 Orthodox Christian Fellowship ... 308 Ortiz, Rosie 352 Otto, Rachel 295 Outman, Shannon 323 Ovitt, Erin 233 Owen, Andrew 242 Owen, Ashley 210 Owens, Kathryn 273 Owens, Kelsey 287 Owens, Nancy 216 O ' Brien, Kevin 296 O ' Brien, Lane 255 O ' Brien, Tess 200 O ' Connor, David 312 O ' Connor, Kelsey 352 O ' Day Emily 303 O ' Donnell, Ryan 249 O ' Driscoll, Rob 356 O ' Hare, Nancy 59 O ' Keefe, Tim 42, 299 O ' Laughlin, Sean 228 O ' Malley Caitlin 331 O ' MalleyJJ 273 O ' Neil, Ryan 342 O ' Neill, Justine 61, 62 O ' Neill, Michael 239 O ' Regan, Sean 359 O ' Rourke, Adrienne 180 O ' Rourke, Kristen 341 O ' Shaughnessy, Mike 263 O ' Sullivan, Grace 291 P Pack, Kelsey 200, 299 Page, Evin 128 Page, Hilary 180 Palin, Sarah 137 Pallardy, Nicole 180 Palmatier, Lianne 3, 40 Palmer, Jacqueline 311 Panuline, Amanda 194 Parikh, Parag 284 Parisi, Kristin 295 Parker, Matt 356 Parker, Ryan 346 Parkinson, Danielle 277 Parks, John 149,218,228 Parmer, Crissy 345 Parmeter, Courtney 341 Parris, Alison 338 Parsons, Jessica 200 Pascarella, Nick 103 Passero, Matthew Alexander 271 Passero, Nicholas 271 Passero, Nina 352 Patel, Ambrish 303 Patel, Chirag 303 Patel, Leena 151 Patera, Travis 346 Pateiia, Michel-June Rodriguez .. 88 Patrick, Lauren 80, 298 Patullo, Kelly 40, 132, 257 Paul, Jessica 228 Payne, Quinncee ...180, 266, 272 Peace Corps 254 Peace, Stephanie 291 Pearce, Brittney ....118, 119, 231 Pearce, Susan 249 Pearce, Will 56 Pedersen, Johanna 276 Pei, Diana 279 Pemberton, Grace 182 Penfield, Julie 295 Pennino, Alexander 231 Penrod, David 194 Perez, Christopher 142, 263 Perkins, Jasetta 291 Perkinson, Sarah 285 Perrow, Greg 353 Perruzza, Paul 271, 308 Perry, Ashley 312 Perry Emily 299 Peterson, Ellen 124, 129 Peterson, Lucas 350 Peyser, David 231 Phan, Nancy 266 Phelps, Turner 320 Phillips, Amanda 315 Phillips, Chad 77 Phillips, Chantell 231 Phillips, Emily 255,278 Phillips, Justin 350 Phillips, Matthew 255 Phillips, Rick 77 Phonelath, Tom 90 Pi Sigma Epsilon 81 Picknally, Brian 231 Piepenbring, Julie 287 Pierce, Andy 292, 293 Pierce, John 231, 279 Pierce, Lauren 309 Pilkerton, Kelly 284 Pinnella, Caitlin 272 Piske, Andrew 62 Pisman, Maegan 275 Pitt, Jason 273 Piwowarczyk, Katie 20, 21 Pizarro, Jeno 273 Platania, Samantha 291 Flecker, Erin 65 Plono, Robert 85 Polo, Piro 304 Poly, Emily 266 Pompee, Dimitry 290 Pond, Ashley 303 Ponder, Erica 148, 291 Pope, Jillian 315 Porter, Ashley 296 Portner, Matthew 123, 231 Posey, Kaylene ...3, 255, 307, 381 Potler, Cassandra 255 Poucher, Stephanie 344, 345 Powell, Shed 249 Powell, Whitney 231 Poxleitner, Valerie 46 Prall, Matt 292 Pre-Physical Therapy Society 309 Predel, Amanda 308 Price, Caitlin 255 Price, J. C 350 Priddy Amy 200 Pridgen, Made 180 Prigmore, Crystal 180, 303 Principi, Beth 3 Pritchard, Jason 350 PROMotion 234 Propst, Jess 338 Pryor, Sarah 287 Psychology Club 312 Pugh, Thomas 43, 129 Puhek, Jamie 291 Pulkowski, Nichole 65 Purdon, Maggie 43 Puryear, Isabelle 273 Q Quinn Jr., Bernard 200 Quinton, Beth 242 1? Rabinowitz, Nicole 331 Rader, E. L 88 Radford, Albert E 99 Raines, Jessica 233 Rakka, Alimamy 254 Ralston, Anne 285 Rama, Victoria 303 Ramey, Mitch 32 Ramirez, Erica 200 Ramsey, Darrieus 350 Ramsey, David 292 Ramsey, Lauren 248 Ramseyer, Maggie 255 Randier, Emilia 273 Randolph, Brandon 350 Ransome, Brittany 291 Ranson, Orlando 356 Rarhai, Sophia 231 Rasner, Irina 299 Rasums, Aldis 183 Ratchford, Sarah 352 Ratner, Heiden 356 Rauch, Courtney 297 Rauh, Jacob J 271 Rauh, Joshua Joseph 271 Rawlings, Traise 279 Rawlins, Jonas 350 Rea, David 309 Reddish, James 324 Reed, Mike 95 Reed, Samantha 135 Reeder, Ali 34 Reedy, Floyd 54 Reese, Andrew Hamilton 271,308 Reese, Stephanie 303 Reeves, Amanda 290 Regan, Jillian 255, 276 Regan, Scott W. 271 Rehman, Carolyn 200 Reid, Emily 183 Reid, Robert 189, 259 Reider, Robby 68 Reilly, Keith 270 Reimert, Missy 345 Reis, Katherine 200, 287 Reitano, Melissa 242 Relay For Life 286 Remmer, Amy 331 Remmes, Jess 345 Renkes, Ashley 226 Renkin, Scott 356 Ressin, Amanda 284 Restaino, Dena 242 Renter, Polly 32 Revetta, Renee 183, 297 Reynolds, Lee 350 Reynolds, Samantha 287 Rhodey, Brooke 324 Rice, Kieran 56, 342 Richard, Darley 183 Richard, Drew 314 Richard, Matthew 297 Richards, Amber 300 Richardson, Alyssa 255 Richardson, Kirk 231 Richardson, Mike 57 Richardson, Nancy 360 Richter, Chelsea 268 Riddle, Sara 39 Ridgway, Megan 231, 264 Riggleman, AnnMarie 231 Riley Bethany 359 Rinker, Dave 338 Ritner, Michele 210, 272 Rivera, Erik 41 Robarge, Sarah 183 Robel, Michele 183 Roberson, Rashonda 272,312,331 Roberts, Amber 210 Roberts, Deanna 345 Robertson, Andrew 80 Robinson, Craig 44 Robinson, Jared 328 Robinson, Jordon 231 Robinson, Kelly 183 Robinson, Leinaala 288, 289 Robison, Lauren 323 Rocheleau, Hilary 313 Rockhill, Krista 268 Rodenbaugh, Nicole 263 Roege, Jacob 126, 246 Rogers, Amanda 297 Rogers, Kyle 78 Rogers, Michael 78 Rogers, Susan 78 Rohrs, Kimmy 279 Roles, Jaclyn 200 RoUey, Ashley 231 Rollings, Matt 83 Roman, Bill 350 Romano, Alicia 53 Romanow, Sophia 276 Romeo, Lucy 3,44,66,255,303,307 Romero, Danielle 352 Romero, Dennis 303 Ronayne, Chelsea 287, 300 Roof, Brad 202 Rooney Kelly 211 Root, Lauren 116 Roquemore, Sarah 30 Rosato, Brittany 303 Rose, Frederick 183, 300 Rose, Jon 350 Rose, Linwood H 29, 30, 59,60,110,154,157,181,258 Rosenthal, Mary 200, 262, 263 Ross, Liz 149 Ross, Morven 345 Rothenberger, John 187, 197 Viam.ond vairons Contributions Rachel E. Green Julea Lilcocitan Moran Bob Debbie Simmons Robert Oldham Robert Laura Yoder Nadia Lee Charity Archie Elizabeth Waii er Emily Sarah Law Harvey Gienda Regan Mark Deb Chain Jay Cathy Goil in Joanne Tim Regan James Cheryl Thorton Patricia Church Mr. Mrs. William Hoover Dr Mrs. Anthony Russo Dr. Mrs. Nick Gettas Rotsted, Lauren 315 Rousseau, William 280 Roussos, Brigitte 283, 315 Routt, Meredith 61, 63, 302 Rowe )r., Louis 356 Rowell, Kelly 129 Roy, Matthew 145 Rozynski, Ed 290 Rubenstein, Brian 328 Rubio, Daniel Robert 27 Rude, Julian 96 Ruela, Ariana 345 Ruiz, Carlos 300 Runimel, Amanda 313 Rupert, Carolyn 210 Ruppert, Jake 292, 293 Russell, Brittany 231 Russell, jillian 284 Russo, Anthony 299, 300 Rutherford, Amanda 213, 287 Rutledge, Brenna 142 Ryan, Alice Riley 299 Ryan, Chel ' sea 322, 323 Rynier, Teresa 345 g Saadeh, Leila 302 Saadeh, Zena 302 Sacalis, Steven 183 Sachs, Kristin 352 SafeRides 42, 85, 286 Said, Areizo 300 Sajko, Whitney R 345 Sakamoto, Nicole 337 Sako, Ashley 297 Salamone, Samantha 200 Salire, Kelly 38 Salmon, Kaitlin 264 Salvador, Jessie 267, 313 Samaha, Christa 287, 299 Sams, Sarah 285 Samulski, Emily 114 Sanders, Jamaris 350 Sanders, Nicole 302, 3 1 1 Sanford, David 342 Sanjak, Jaleal 308 Sanko, Megan 290 Sanmiguel, Valentina 336, 337 Santarsiero, Nicole 295 Santiago, Sean 101 392 ClosmQ Sanzo, Arthur 87 Sanzo, Mike 87 Sapong, CJ 342 Sarver, Brittany 297 Saunders, Angela 313 Savage, Chelsea 360 Savage, Margaret 341 Savalador, Drew 80 Sawin, Catherine 200 Sax, Kacey 231 Say Anything 21, 22,23 Scamardella, Stephanie 200 Schaefer, Christine 278 Scheffer, Amanda 255, 297 Scheikl, Marjorie 217, 226 Schiavone, Jennifer 2 1 3 Schick, Kurt 177 Schick, Lauren 353 Schifflett, Heather 231 Schmitt, Maria 285 Schmitt, Rachel 302 Schneider, Rebecca 3,46,58, 160,380 Schoeb, Sara 264 Schoelwer, Julia 304, 305 Schoen, Maria 231 Schrack, Thomas 200 Schramm, Eric 285 Schuchman, Joshua 304, 305 Schultz, Meredith 249 Schumm, Becki 287 Schwabenland, Lexy 324 Schwartz, Chad 126 Schwartz, Jennifer 284 Schwieder, Liz 268 Scofield, Shari 132 Scoggins, Shayna 313 Scott, Ashley 279 Scott, Brian 200 Scott, Dominique 267 Scott, John 300 Scott, Rachel Joy 64 Scott, Whitney 232 Seal, Brenda 225 Secord, Steve 328 Segear, Randi 341 Sellers, Brett 320 Semenov, Andrey 356 Senior, Joel 342 Serone, Samantha 309 Serra, Rosalie 290 Serway, Leyla 132 Settle, Kevin 290 Sexton, Paul 275 Seymour, Kyle 114 SGA Class Councils 284 Shaeffer, Margaret 207 Shannon, Kerry 134 Shapiro, Marisa 82 Sharp, Amanda 315 Shea, Molly 268 Sheehan, Mary 302 Sheldon, Bianca 200 Shell, Sarah 96 Shelton, Jessica 264 Shelton, Mary Fran 324, 325 Shenk, Marsha 263 Shepherd, Kanita 359 Sherman, Ethan 80 Sherman, Nicole 143 Sherman, Theo 350 Sherman, Violet 207 Shi, Junzhou 279 Shields, Mallory 268 Shields Jr., Michael 309 Shifflett, Dana 183 Shifflett, Heather 218 Shifflett, Pete 350 Shimer, Courtney 297 Shindler, Mary 57 Shirkey, Louise 140 Shockey, Christopher 303 Shouldis, Regan 341 Showalter, Marian 74 Shrader, Emily 74 Shuttleworth, Heather 300 Sidhu, Anmol 303 Siegert, Kristen 248 Sigma Gamma Rho 265, 312 Sigma Kappa 129 Sigma Phi Epsilon 129 Silbert, Dara 50, 51, 232 Silva, Daisy 312 Silva, Samantha 297 Silver, Matthew 300, 304 Silvers, Derek 279 Simcox, Julia , 3, 50, 76, 79, 136, 142, 143, 149, 183, 185, 201, 202, 307 Simmons, Raeanna 345 Simms, Stephanie 352 Simonic, Matt 350 Simons, Courtney 323 Simons, Emma 130 Simpson, Julie 272 Sin, Karen 279, 314 Sinnott, Jenny 287 Sison, Cybill 150 Sizemore, Meredith 146, 147,284 Skolnitsky J. D 350 Skutnik, Jeffrey 183 Slade, Amanda 255 Slade, Mary 208 Slater, Matthew 45 Smallfield, David 203 Smetts, Melissa 21 Smircina, L. Nell 272, 296 Smith, Adam 271 Smith, Amy 350 Smith, Andy 350 Smith, Ashley 232, 264, 303 Smith, Audrey 285 Smith, Casey 3,56, 130, 150, 183, 243, 257, 307, 310, 320, 360, 379 Smith, Claire 331 Smith, Daniel 297 Smith, Donna 54 Smith, Donnie 350 Smith, Jim 280, 281 Smith, Julie 323 Smith, Karla 272, 312 Smith, Kiera 183, 232 Smith, Kristin 212 Smith, Lauren 291 Smith, Mike 328, 329, 334 Smith, Robert 58 Smith, Samantha 360 Smith, Sarah 309, 352 Smith, Sean 303 Smith, Theresa 315 Smith, Thomas 255 Smith-Walter, Aaron 73 Smithgall, Jonathan 342 SmuUen, Daniel 203 Smyrl, Allison 276, 277 Snead, John 328 Snider, Nick 263 Snow, Geoff 85 Snyder, Cathy 303 Snyder, Daniel 309 Snyder, Hallie 309 Softball 319,323 Sohl, Morgan 183 Sok, Jessica 93 Solch, Joanna 183 Soldiers of Jah Army 86 Solomon, Kaitlin 264, 300 Solow, Nathan 271 Sommers, Sean 353 Sorrentino, Lauren 213 Souleret, Kelsey 253 Spadt, Shannon 309 Spalletta, Adam 280 Spangler, Allison 315 Sparks, George 247, 259 Sparrow, Christine 255 Spector, Ann 213 Spengler, Ariel 3 Spiker, Jonathan 232 Spindel, Jonathan 217, 221 Spinks, Laura 291, 300, 301 Spitzer, Katie 323 Sprouse, Sarah 232 St. John, Daniel 183 Stader, Jacqueline 249 Stafford, John 309 Stagaard, Kendall 232 Stamper, Alison 234 Stana, Dan 81, 300 Stanford, Meagan 232 Stannard, Dave 350 Stanton, Kerry 203 Stark, Maggie 232 Steel, Tyler 311 Steenfott, Amanda 213 Stefaniak, Melissa 341 Stefanski, Julie 360, 361 Stefanski, Karen 300 Stepien, Jessica 232 Sterner, Morgan 352 Stetson, Hillary 229 Stevens, Holly 353 Stevens, Patrick 342 Stevenson, Lindsey 360 Stever, Shaun 232 Stewart, Emily 331 Stickel, Natalie 75 Stiebel, Audrey 249 Stiefel, David 87 Stiles, Steven 49 Stitzel, Corey 356 Stokes, Kisha 255, 358, 359 Stone, Jenna 291 Stone, Julie 324 Stoneman, Jaynell 183, 314 Stoveken, Kyle 271 Stover, Jill 296 Stowell, Matthew 201 Strain, Brigid 324 Strang, John 150 Strangos, George 232, 350 Stratton, Vicki 296 Strickland, Corinna 345 Strickland, Kayla 297 Strickler, Emily 256, 264 Strunk, Kristen 184 Strup, Sarah 203 Student Alumni Association ..298 Student Ambassadors 97, 128, 286, 298, 299 Student Government Association 81,125,136,301 Students for Minority Outreach 313 Stuller, Kerby 213 Sullenger, Jay 320 Sullivan, Amy 285 Sullivan, Caitlin 324 Sullivan, Courtney 242 Sullivan, Jamal 350 Sumner, Daniel 314 Susan G. Komen Foundation 89,266 Sushi Jako 91 Sushko, Emily 297 Sutphin, Adam 120 Sutphin, Amy 213 Sutter, John 300, 301 Swanner, Alison 297 Swanston, Kyle 356 Swaringen, Melissa 302 Swetra, Billy 342 Swim Dive 355, 360 Swinson, Michael 203 Swinson, Teri 81, 238 Syiek, Samantha 308 Sykes, Brittnie 256, 291 Sykes, Mary 353 Synoracki, Steph 3, 256, 307 Szemis, Nina 268, 341 I Tae Kwan Do Club 304, 305 Talbott, Brandy 272 Tan, Stephanie 265 Tang, Bonnie 222 Tannous, Layla 208 Tarabek, Julianne 297 Tamargo, Greg 279 Tarr, Jesse 328 Tashner, David 271 Tatanish, Jennifer 352 Tau Beta Sigma 313 Taube, Shannon 312 Taylor, Jalissa 358, 359 Taylor, Kristen 263, 290 Taylor, Mynik 272, 273, 296 Taylor, Sarah 282, 283 Taylor, Stephen 256 Tazzioli, Janey 285 Teasley, Joelle 288 Teel, Wayne 215, 222 Templeton, Casey 181 Terenzi, Chrysta 232 Terrell, Casey 232 The Ail-American Rejects 105 The Bluestone 306, 307 The BluesTones 43, 281 The Chuck Shaffer Picture Show.. 87 The Friday Night Boys 68 The Greg Ward Project 43 The Jonas Brothers 281 The Madison Project ....43, 52, 85 The Madison Singers 84 The Overtones 43, 85, 309 The Retro Video Games Quartet .. 126,246 Theobald, Laura 221 Therres, Alyson 184, 263 ThetaChi 123 Thibault, Jenna 297 Thisdell, Katie 3,21,42, 72,74, 122,149,177,194,248, 256,262,282,301,307,379 Thomas, Emily 232 Thomas, Quintrell 350, 351 Thomas, Rebecca ...232, 287, 314 Thomas, Shea 290 Thomas, Skyla 291 Thompson, Emily 232 Thompson, Joshua 256, 279 Thompson, Kathleen 311 Thompson, Kira 256, 278 Thompson, Tommy 173, 181 Thornton, Dazzmond 356 Thorpe, Justin 350 Thune, Larson 137, 300, 301 Tigue, Stephanie 232 Tisinger, Gate 345 Toler,Will 188 Tombes, Rachel 85 Mr. Mrs. Zactiery D. 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Mchael Felts Carole Brian Erwin William Barbara Costa John Marian McCralh The Marr Family Francis Chesley Moroz Ann k Phil Cardace Darren Kaihle Fisher Roy TonI Beers Mr Mrs. Joseph Aretz John Slgrid Suddarih Maureen Stephen Fiinsten Carrie Scott Carrier Elaine Henry Grusler Marshall Blllle Vaughan Tom Kathy Matecl l Karen Mick Gulll Shirley McPhate Dan Kenita Brugh Susan Barbash Brian Allen Tombes, Thomas 85,112,280,281 Toms, Elizabeth 232 Toney, Asya 273 Tongen, Anthony 80 Toohey, Mike 68 Toolan, AUyson 299 Topping, Michele 287 Torano, Melanie 291 Tordella, Brian Matthew 271 Ton-, Meredith 324 Town, Liz 56 Townsend, Matt 320 Towson, Liz 62 Track Field 319 Tracz, Dennis 190 Tran, Andrew 103 Tran, Quang 242 Tran, Sandra 302 Traynham, Hanna 145 Treble Chamber Choir 84 Trees on Fire 42, 43 Treglia, Kristen 337 Triathlon Club 96, 310, 311 Trickett, Piers 39 Troum, Matthew 235 Troxel, Emily 140 Trudel, Rebecca 291 Truglio, Allison 235 Trumble, Shelby 92,93,235,287 Tshimpaka, jean 342 Tsui, Lok-Kun 242 Tucker, Paul 235 Tuell, Austin 350 Turner, Jake 23 Turner, Jeffrey 20, 235 Turner, Jennifer 256 Turner, Kelly 346 Turner, Marcus 350 Turner, Nora 308 Tuttle , Aubrey 256 Tyler, Brittany 29 U. 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