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

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the bluestone xnnl 5003 the bluestone, volume 94 the yearbook of james madison university april 2002 - march 2003 800 south main street harrisonburg, va. 2280 www. jmu.edu thebluestone the_bluestone@jmu.edu sarah e. duff, editor in chief Jennifer r. carter, managing editor rachel r. o ' donnell, photography editor Jessica 1. taylor, copy editor Jessica 1. cino, creative director jen carter, sports producer kari deputy, organizations producer katy kain, features producer katie tichauer, class producer clare burchard, classes designer pevton green, sports designer heidi he, organizations designer jeanette shapiro, features designer leanne chambers, features writer maureen doherty, classes writer charlotte dombrower, features writer toni duncan, organizations writer garret hiller, organizations writer alan kravetz, sports writer kristin short, classes writer John altice, sports photographer jennv brockwell, features photographer micah crane, sports photographer jess hanebury, organizations photographer gina indellicate, classes photographer alison Johnston, classes photographer sal leone, sports photographer morgan riehl, features photographer jerry e. weaver, advisor opening reflect (rf- ' fl kt) 1. to give back a likeness or image of as a mirror does. forward 1. of, relating to, or getting ready tor the future. reflect forward (ri-flekt forw rd) 1. the realization that the past is simply a reflection of what the future holds, (see bluestone 2003) opening to emu late opening m mm bms. iK m ' IE fl 1 I jwA IpWhUI USD ■£■- s |K - - nBB WPH( P i Photo by Roche ODonnell emulate 1. to strive, to equal or exce i. opening to concentrate 8 opening i Photo by Rachel O ' Donnell syn. of reflec ro c ncenfrat i i J C l.to gather into one body, mass, or torce throwback anirna 2. to make less dilute 3. to fix ones powers, efforts, or attentions on one thing. opening to mirror 10 opening i Photo by Morgan Riehl con I. a polished or smooth substance that forms images by reflection 2. a true representation opening 11 to shi me 12 opening i Photo by John Altke syn. or reflect, (1) to contemplate, speculate, concentrate, weigh, (see consider, t hp, :Ko t . 1 reon i i 1. to give light 2. to sparkle waverly or tremendous! y opening 13 to think 14 opening i Photo by Rachel OVonnell syn. of reflec to contemplate, spec concentrate, weigh, t h 1 n 1c throw ba I .to form or have in the mind. 2. to form a mental picture of opening 15 to imape 16 opening ■ Photo by Sal Leone to contemplate ntrau image throw back an image, mine? I. to call up a mental picture o£ 2. to create a representation of. opening 17 18 table of contents features 20 classes 66 sports 258 organizations 296 closing 372 table of contents , - 1 1 I ■ I £ ■w I [ features ] -y I K ; ■ icx 4 n c e vu w «y£ px e £t 3s-€si4 Photo by Rachel O ' Donnell idmnerwiththefOSes]- 1 dinner with tne roses Dr.and Mrs. Rose await the arrival of the Student Government Association, who were the evening ' s guests.This was the fifth dinner the Roses hosted in 1 days. UPhoto by Morgan Riehl 22 features fi ° ? u iD Arriving one by one, students progressed in awe down the walkway toward Oakview, the home of President and Mrs. Rose. The door opened and the smiling couple warmly welcomed guests to their home. Students casted quick glances at one another, hardly believing where they were. As they walked through the door, someone took their coats and they were ushered into the house. They could not help but feel rather special, since dining at the home or the university ' s president was not something that most college students had the chance to do. President Linwood Rose made it a priority to get to know the students at the university, hosting small, intimate dinners at his home. The Roses invited organizations, professors, hall directors, Orientation Program Assistants, the Parents ' Council, and others to dine at Oakview. The dinners provided an opportunity for the President to really get to know students, and to find out their opinions of the university. One or the first intimate dinners of the year, held in November, brought together a group of eight freshmen and transfer students. At first, they thought it was a joke. Why on earth would Dr. Rose want to have a dinner with me? one guest asked herself. The students, nervous but excited all the same, first walked into the Game Room for hors d ' oeuvres, cider and mingling. Their nervousness washed away as Dr. and Mrs. Rose engaged them in conversation. After general small talk about majors and hometowns, conversation turned to the popular televisions show. The Bachelor, and (Continued on p.24) Students gather in the kitchen to socialize.The Roses opened their house during the night. ■ Photo by Morgan Riehl Dr. and Mrs. Rose laugh with senior Doug Perry. Throughout the night the Roses talked with students about about a variety of topics and issues. ■ Photo by Morgan Riehl Gathered in the Game Room guests mingle with Dr. Rose. Sophomore Kim receiving an invitation, ! couldn ' t believe it, I thought it was a joke. But here I MPhoto by Jenny Brockwell Parrish recalled upon am! dinner with the roses 23 Id innerwi ththc roses} (continued from p.23) how the Bachelor was related to Mrs. Rose, then to the time the Roses met Prince Charles. Nights such as this were a common occurrence in the home of our school president and first lady. The Roses hosted an average of three to four dinners per week for students, faculty, staff, and alumni. Parents Weekend, Homecoming, and the beginning and end of the year were especially busy. When asked if they partook in such fine dining every night of the week, Dr. Rose replied with a laugh, No, we certainly enjoy the regular hotdogs and pizza too! The preparation that went into a dinner with the Roses was handled by Mrs. Rose and dining services. Invitations were sent, flowers and decorations were ordered and the menu was prepared. Students employed by dining services served as hosts for the evening. The dinners allowed the Roses to gain students ' perspective of the university for an evening. They discussed problems with registration, nonexistent parking on campus, why freshmen were not allowed to have vehicles, and of course, the unpopular rule against ' double-punching ' on weekends. Rose took some of the students ' concerns to his administration to be reviewed and discussed. In discussing problems that had already been tackled by administration, such as double punching on the weekends, Rose took the opportunity to share his perspective with students. Most students will go to a college or university and never even know their president ' s name, much less get to know him or her. Rose wanted to create an open and friendly environment at the university. He believed that by hosting intimate dinners with students, he could accomplish that. It ' s nice to have a dinner out of the structure of an organization, but a casual dinner gives us the opportunity to be more personal, he explained. With conversation that ranged from classes to The Bachelor, Dr. and Mrs. Rose entertains her guests. The bachelor from ABC ' s The Bachelor was a relative of Mrs. Rose. ■ Photo by Jenny Brockwell 24 features Students help themselves to dinner, which was served buffet style due to the large numbers of guests. ■ Photo by Morgan Riehl Students take their turn at entertaining the Roses.The guests of the evening were randomly picked freshmen and transfer students. MPhoto by Jenny Brockwell dinner with the rose 25 u innerwi ththc roses} 26 features Dr. and Mrs. Rose guests good night and thank them for coming, Students enjoyed visiting with their president. ■ Photo by Morgan Riehl dinner with the roses 27 lamesma disonrevealecU- di james maaison | revealed To commemorate the 215th anniversary of the signing of the U.S. Constitution, the newest addition to our campus was unveiled. On September 17th, Constitution Day, a life-size bronze statue of our fourth president, James Madison, was formally dedicated. The statue, which was a gift to the university from the Forbes family, stood at 5 feet 2 and a half inches. The ceremony was highlighted with performances from the Colonial Williamsburg Fife and Drums Corps playing several period pieces. The statue served as a reminder to all students of the honor and integrity of James Madison. ■ 28 features President Rose and the Forbes family have the honor of unveiling the statue of James Madison from under a cloak. Everyone watched with anticipation for the first official viewing of the statue. Getting ready for the performance, the colonial Williamsburg Fife and Drum Corps provided authentic music for the occasion. ■ A new flag blows in the breeze for the dedication of the statue unveiling. September 17th marked Constitution Day. ■ A glimpse into the ceremonial tent shows the many people that gathered for the dedication. Photos by Rachel O ' Donnell James madison revealed 29 {tootingtheirownhorns} 30 features tooting ■ their own w and marching to the beat of their own drummer... The Marching Royal Dukes (MRDs) have been known as a legend at the university, and in fact, all over the country. Referred to as Virginia ' s finest, the MRDs prided themselves on top- notch halftime shows and unwavering enthusiasm and spirit. Most spectators at the football games looked forward to the halftime shows just as much as the actual football game. The MRDs ' flawless performances required countless hours of practice. Drills and choreography were all important aspects of a successful performance. Despite the harsh commitment that marching band required, members found it to be worth the time and hard work. Many members loved being a part of the MRDs and developed close relationships with their fellow instrumentalists, making them feel like part of a huge family. The MRDs performed several themed shows every year. This year ' s included patriotic songs like Thunder and Blazes ; a show that contained How The West Was Won, Late in the Evening, and Let There Be Peace On Earth ; in addition to their traditional pre game show. Sophomore Erin Cooper stated, I really loved the shows we did this year. I really liked that most of them had a theme and that they were pieces the crowd would recognize. Although many of the members of marching band were music majors who were required to participate in marching band for two years, it was an activity they would have done willingly whether they were required to or not. I love performing, especially for the Parade of Champions which is a high school band competition that we host each year. It is so awesome to perform for a bunch of high school kids who think the MRDs are the best thing ever, expressed Cooper. Sophomore Adam Dalton got a great sensation out of performing for the crowds at football games. I like the fun of performing in front of a crowd and getting them pumped up for the game, he explained. Cooper added, I love how people are so dedicated to it and that we work so hard to put on great shows every year. (Continued on p. 32) fiL eyC ia£z e. efa tipi u marching band 31 {tootingtheirownhorns} (Cont.fromp.31) Band members experienced various advantages as well as disadvantages from participating in the organization. Dalton said that band was a lot of hard work and a huge time commitment. You lose a lot of your free time in the evenings and on the weekends. Cooper listed the hours they had to put in to practicing and performing: We rehearse every night of the week for an hour and a half, and if there is a game, we have rehearsals on Saturday mornings. We definitely have to rehearse a lot but it certainly pays off, she said Despite the huge time commitment that the MRDs had to face, they felt that the close-knit group they joined was well worth the commitment. Lillard said, I like feeling like part of a family. We help each other out on the field and stick up for each other. Others loved meeting new people that had the same interests and aspirations as they did. Cooper commented, I think the biggest advantages are getting to meet so manv incredible people who love band as much as I do and getting to perform for such big crowds. She added, I have also met some of my best friends in the MRDs. I can always go to band and know that all my friends will be there and I ' ll always have someone to talk to. That ' s such a great feeling. Dalton expressed that marching band gave him a great opportunity to do what he loved — play music. I just like to play. .and working hard to get to a finished project is really rewarding. It ' s fun to see how far we all progress throughout the season. Being part of the band gave music majors a valuable experience within their field of study. Dalton, who was majoring in music education, gained skills and experience lor his future career. As a high school teacher, you ' re inevitably destined to teach a marching band. So it ' s a good experience to see how it works from the inside. The MRDs also received other benefits from participating in the marching band. Dalton revealed that one of the perks to being in the band was traveling. You get into the games for free and get to go on fun trips like the Macy ' s parade and next year we ' re going to Ireland and Germany, he said. The MRDs highly respected education was often what attracted students to attend the university. Cooper admitted, I have always wanted to be in a band that is this good and is this big. It was one of the main reasons I came to this university. Its reputation definitely made me want to come here and be a Marching Royal Duke. ■ 32 features marching band 33 {tootingtheirownhorns} 34 features marching band 35 -ptexingoffcampus]- from 3am IHOP runs to tanning before spring break, students are now n 9off campu 5 J I A - k£D As many solutions do, FLEX off campus started with a complaint. In past years, students often sacrificed Spanky ' s off-campus dining for another Saturday night at D-hall, not wanting to waste a punch or spend their hard-earned cash. If only we could use our JAC cards to buy stuff off campus, students generally lamented. After years of complaints, one student finally decided to do something about it. Then- senior senator and future student body president, David Mills started researching the subject. Told that the use of JAC cards off campus would never work, Mills took the initiative to make it happen. He added the issue to his community package platform as he ran for student body president in the spring of 2001. Laying the groundwork for this project was a major undertaking, especially since it was a program that was new to the university. First, Mills had to talk with the administration to make sure that this was a project that would benefit the college community. Towana Moore, assistant vice president of business service, served as a liaison between Mills and other administration. Once Mills had gained the approval of the university administration, he held a community merchants ' informational meeting to introduce the idea of FLEX off campus to local businesses. Victorious in the presidential election. Mills plotted out his course of action. Researching other universities that had such programs, he composed a contract to be submitted to the attorney general of Virginia. The contract reached the attorney general ' s office during transition, which slowed the process. Since the new attorney general ' s staff was hesitant to grant the contract, Mills had to look elsewhere to ensure that FLEX off campus would become a reality. He came across Student Advantage, a debit cash system similar to Mastercard or Visa. With the card service in place, the hunt for interested area businesses began, (continued on p. 38) 36 features Being able to use FLEX off campus has spread to businesses in the downtown area. Although businesses were hesitant at first, the program proved to be effective. ■ Photo by Jenny Brockwell Chicken • Hamburgers • Hot Dogs Steak Cheese Businesses such as RT ' s Chicken and Grille advertise their support of FLEX. Other businesses that accepted FLEX were IHORSpanky ' s, Subway, Blimpies, Candie ' s Spa, Luigi ' s, China Express, and Chanello ' s. Photo by Jenny Brockwell flex off campus 37 jftexingoffcampus]- (continued from p. 36) The university had to sign the contract with Student Advantage under the agreement that we had ten businesses that would participate in this program, Mills explained. We aggressively asked downtown restaurants, many of which were wary because they were unsure of how the program would work. Fortunately, student-frequented restaurants such as IHOP and Chili ' s began to sign on with the program. Once other businesses found out, they jumped on board as well. The fall semester proved to be a learning experience as students packed Harrisonburg eating establishments and discovered the new program. One or the biggest problems that many students were confused about was that since it was a university-sponsored program, no one could purchase alcohol with their FLEX account. Mills added, but the problems we experienced were not unexpected. Over the course of the first month, students spent over $94,000 using the FLEX off campus system. I used FLEX for the first time last night-it was absolutely gratifying, sophomore Daniel Dunlap expressed excitedly. We wanted pizza, but none of us had any money. Luckily I had FLEX, and Chanello ' s accepted FLEX. The most popular venue with students was Chili ' s, and IHOP came in a close second. Mills confirmed that the turnout had been tremendous and extremely encouraging, hoping that other restaurants and businesses would jump aboard the FLEX bandwag on as well. ■ One of the first businesses to accept FLEX, Chili ' s is a popular bar-and-grille style restaurant among students. Within the first month of the new program, students spent over $94,000 in FLEX purchases. Photo by Jenny Brockwell Sophomore Mandy Woodfield experiences the thrill of using her JAC card off campus for the first time. FLEX was a debit account accessed through the students ' JAC cards. Photo by Jenny Brockwell 38 features it i would love to see FLEX anywhere and everywhere students shop or eat. The sky is the limit! ■ graduate dave mills w Spanky ' s has been a popular eatery among students for many years.They specialized in sandwiches named after the Little Rascals. Photo by Jenny Brockwell Former SGA president and current flex off-campus coordinator, David Mills stands in front Chili ' s, of one of the new FLEX vendors. FLEX was an attempt to strengthen the relationship between Harrisonburg and the university. ■ Phoro by Jenny Brockwell flex off campus 39 {facto fiction} fact or fiction an unofficial history of JMU can you really climb into the Cupola? is there really a pool in keezell hall? are dorm rooms really haunted? You ' ve heard the stories before. Perhaps it was on your tour as a potential saident, or you heard it from your senior friends when you were a freshman. A school of almost a 100 years in age is a haven for ghost stories, strange happenings, and quirky facts. Here is a mini-biography of our school, and the legends that make it truly one of a kind. gLjzru y A : Ju)e £ 40 features All photos courtesy of Carrier Library Special Collections. legends 41 ■[fact ] :h tne facts KeezellHall Like all good histories, we must start at the beginning. Did you ever wonder how a university got here in the first place amidst the farms, chicken factories and mountains? When the Virginia General Assembly was looking for a place to build a women ' s college, Senator Keezell, for whom the English building is named, was influential in bringing the women ' s college to the Shenandoah Valley. The present-day English department then served as the gymnasium, complete with track, basketball courts, and a swimming pool. Evidence of the pool is noticeable by the slope of the ground level classrooms. The gym and track were located on what is now the first, second, and third floors. When Keezell Hall was being built, the construction workers came across a huge boulder underground. Because they could not move it, they had to build a closet around it. So there was an unmarked closet in Keezell, on the ground floor, that appeared on a map of the building with a question mark over it. Original Campus From Wilson Hall ' s prominence as the university ' s most recognizable structure, one would be led to believe it was the first building on campus. However, Wilson, named for President Woodrow Wilson, did not make its stately appearance until 1934. Jackson Hall was in fact the first building on campus. Jackson served as the center of campus life, including classrooms, the dining hall, dorm rooms, and administrative offices. Even the president of the college lived in Jackson. The girl ' s college When its doors opened to 209 students in 1908, the college was named The State Normal and Industrial School for Women at Harrisonburg. The name was later changed to the State Normal School for Women, then State Teacher ' s College, then Madison College, and was finally given its current name in 1977. Students, administration and faculty gather in 1 934 for the cornerstone laying of Wilson Hall. Wilson Hall was named after the 28th president, Woodrow Wilson, who was born in Staunton.VA. 42 features Girls check out for the evening at Alumnae Hall, which served as the Dean of Women ' s office in the earlier part of the century. Because the women were not allowed to leave campus without granted permission, students instead found other ways to enjoy themselves, such as the snowball fight shown herein 1950. ■ ' .kari: During the time of the women ' s college, rules and regulations for dating were extremely strict. Men would come and meet their dates at Alumnae Hall. Before they could step foot on campus however, they had to clear their dates through the Dean of Women. They were issued a card, which had to be presented before they could see their date for the evening. Since the girls could not take their dates to their rooms, there were special reception rooms for couples. In the Village area residence halls, for example, there were two little rooms off to the side of the television lounge where couples could socialize. The rooms now hold snack and drink machines, and are used for storage. The dress code used to be rather strict also. Girls were not allowed to sunbathe, could not wear shorts, and had to wear raincoats when it rained. If they were caught disobeying the rules, they were given a call-down, and after receiving a certain number of these, girls would be confined to their rooms for the weekend. A few decades later, in the 1970s and 1980s, there was an influx in enrollment, as Madison College gained regional and national attention. Temporary buildings were added to house new students — trailers. The trailers stood proudly on Hillside Field, adorned with flower boxes on window sills. The trailers are still in use today, though not for housing. They are used as classrooms on the east side of campus. legends 43 fectc fiction] the legends All schools have their stones and this university certainly has its fair share. No one really knows how they got started or if there is any truth behind them. Some are scary, some harmless rumor, others are just weird, but nonetheless they are tales that are handed down every year, and give the university a character all its own. The Cupola High atop Wilson Hall sits a bell tower, or cupola, that overlooks the quad. Legend has it that during the 1950s, a female student ' s boyfriend broke up with her and she became so depressed, that she decided the only way to end her suffering was to hang herself from the cupola. Late at night it is rumored that you can see her body still swaying back and forth from the tower. The mystery of the cupola has sparked a tradition that students try to fulfill. Each year many students sneak into Wilson Hall and climb into the tower. A former student remembers, One night my friend and I were rather bored, so we decided, hey lets go in the cupola. We journeyed to the fourth floor of Wilson, went in an unmarked door, and somehow ended up at the clock. We decided it would be funny to reset the clock, so we did. We went in another door and found stairs that led to the cupola. This was really eerie looking, the combination of the light and hazy dust. I remember we looked for bells in the cupola, but there were none, just huge speakers. Next, we climbed up this rickety- looking ladder to the top of the cupola, and looked out onto the quad. While you are up there, you are supposed to leave your initials in the wood, so we added ours to the countless others. While they did not come in contact with any ghosts, they did mention that there were a lot of strange things up there, such as dead birds, signatures from fraternities that do not exist on campus any more, and of course, the huge speakers. ■ 44 features Before D-Hall , Festival and Dukes. Harrison Hall served as a dining facility for Madison College. ■ Under Dr. Carrier ' s administration, the university gained national attention as a leading school. Because of the sudden influx in population, trailers were set up along Hillside field as temporary housing. The Tunnels Legend has it that tunnels under the Quad were used in the early pan of the century as a walkway for the girls in bad weather. While that could have been true, the tunnels were mainly used for utility purposes. The tunnels are rumored to run between Harrison Hall and Ashby Hall across the Quad. Apparently in the 1950s, a girl was murdered while she was walking through the tunnels late at night. No one knows exactly what happened, but some have claimed they can still hear her screams at night. This rumor sparked another pre-graduation tradition. In past years several students have snuck into the tunnels at night, and crossed to the other side. Many report that they have heard distinct taps along the walls or footsteps behind them, only to turn around and see nothing but the shadows of old desks and chairs in storage there. Perhaps the scariest thing about being down there, one student noted, is the anticipation that you think you are going to see something. ■ WaylandHall Back in the 1970s, there was a couple that had been dating for a while and eventually they had a few relationship problems. The girl decided to break it off.Since she could not stand the thought of running into him and having to talk to him, she decided to go home for a few days. The boy was so upset and heartbroken at her for leaving that he threw himself on the train tracks that night, committing suicide. Supposedly, his spirit now haunts the third floor of his former residence hall, Wayland. Throughout the years, there have been many rumored sightings of him by residents, hall directors, resident assistants, and housekeepers. According to the Wayland hall director, |umor Hans Schultz, This summer, the housekeeper from Hoffman was walking down their third floor hall, and because the building is right beside Wayland, she could see into our 3rd floor. The housekeeper said that she distinctly saw a boy open a door into a room, and walk into it. She immediately called our housekeeper, because it being summer, there was not suppose to be anybody else here. Our housekeeper ran up the stairs, only to find an open door and a completely empty room. ■ legends 45 w s from constructing to blocking to striking, the cast of The Laramie Project do their best to 46 say it rig ght -[sayitrighd- At a rehearsal Juniors Arianna Warner and Lauren Paradise perform their scene where they portray two friends of one of the convicted. A unique aspect of the play was that it presented all sides of the event. ■ Photo by Morgan Riehl When 21 -year-old Matthew Shepherd was murdered in Laramie, Wyoming in 1998, sophomore Julia Redden remembered it clearly. I have never been one to let news dominate my life, but I definitely remember hearing about it and thinking it was just sick, she said. For junior Ryan McWilliams, director of the Theatre II production, the event had a profound impact from the moment it occurred as well. I remember watching all the media coverage of it when it happened and my heart just sank, he said. I instantly felt this kinship with Matthew. I felt like it could have been me. Ever since then, I ' ve been interested in all of it. Moises Kaufmann and his Tectonic Theater Project wrote a play based on the event after traveling to Laramie six times. Over the course of one and a half years, thev conducted more than 200 interviews and wrote the script of The Laramie Project. When he heard about the project, McWilliams felt compelled to read the script. What I really liked about the play was that it held a completely unbiased view on homosexuality. It wasn ' t saying, ' homosexuality is wrong, gays are bad. ' It just told it exactly how it happened, he said. The script of The Laramie Project was written almost entirely word for word from the interviews of family, friends and townspeople of Laramie, Wyoming in the aftermath of tha Matthew Shepherd murder. The set was very simplistic, with] only a black curtain stretched across the stage and eight woodertj chairs set up for the principal cast. Each principal actor portrayed eight or nine different characters from the town of Laramie. Some cast members also portrayed the media and jury in different scenes] throughout the play. The play was made up of many monologues, with little cast interaction. Cast members carefully concentrated on the message being portrayed to the audience. At Theatre II, the show was completely student run and produced from start to finish. (Continued on p.51) SeniorTim Bambara cuts wood for the set backstage. That night the cast and crew built straight through the night, until nine o ' clock in the morning. ■ Photo by Morgan Riehl Junior BryceGerlach stands downstage during a monologue. All eight principle actors remained on stage throughout the entire performance. ■ Photo by Morgan Riehl 48 features the whole experience was one of truth, something which will never forget ' the laramie project 49 -[sayitrightl Senior Hunter Christy depicts the doctor who was in charge of Matthew Shepherd at the hospital. With such a serious topic the show was very draining on the the actors. ■ Photo by Morgan Riehl 50 features 1 pit (Cont.fromp.49) The university is really luck) ' to have a space where students are relatively free to do as they want, said senior Lauren Paradise, also a cast member. Knowing that everything in the show came from us, not from a faculty member, makes the show that much more special. Since the show was totally student run, it was a lot of work, said Paradise. Ryan would just ask if there was anyone that could stay and work. There were a few really long nights where people would end up staying until eight or nine in the morning. A lot of the cast worked double-dun- as designers and actors, and in Ryan ' s case, director. There can be no divas in this theater because everyone has to be willing to give evervthing. The great thing about Theatre II shows is that everyone invests so much into the productions, said McW ' illiams. The actors, the lighting technicians, the sound technicians-they al! are involved to a very high degree. It turns out much better because everyone cares so much. Because the work was so demanding, the cast members became very close throughout the production and staging of the play. The cast was nothing short of phenomenal, and I was so lucky to be with such a talented and wonderful group, said cast member sophomore Mia Wilson. Paradise agreed. We had a pretty large cast as far as Theatre II shows go, but it worked reallv well because we had separate rehearsals for a long time. For the first tew weeks it was really only the main ensemble that rehearsed together. It gave us a chance to bond as a cast, and got us used to working with each other and helped us to delve into the material in a way that would not have been possible with everyone there, she explained. The production impacted audience members as well as the cast. Watching a play like that made me feel much more connected to the story than I did from just watching the news, said Redden. When you feel like you understand the entire town ' s mentality, then you feel like you must understand more of what it was like to grow up with [Shepherd]. The message of the plav was to ' Sav it right, said cast member sophomore Joseph Sorrentino. The job of the plav was to tell this story as accurately as possible, and through that make the world aware of hate crimes. The only way to end hate is to educate the world. And I truly believe that is what this play is trying to do. I feel the overall message of the play was one of tolerance, said Wilson. The plav was neither pro nor anti- homosexuality. It presented manv opinions and led the audience to make their own decisions. Sorrentino summed it up by saving the whole experience was one of truth, something which I will never forget. ■ After a performance, director Ryan McWilliams unwinds backstage. Dedication to the show required extremely long hours from student ' s lives. ■ Photo by Morgan Riehl Strike marks the end of one play and the start of the next.The day after the final performance, members from both shows worked together to clear the stage. ■ Photo by Morgan Riehl the laramie project 51 {ibetyouWill} tyou will when the mtv show came to campus, students performed wacky and disgusting stunts for cold, hard cash Crew members from the MTV show ! Bet You Will converse with students before they begin filming. Many students were eager to be picked with hopes of winning money. ■ Photo by Rachel O ' Donnell A, j 7p Would you lick a car tire clean for money? I bet you would! Sophomore Katie Murphy gave it a go for just S 1 70 when MTV ' s I Bet You Will visited campus in September to test the spontaneirv and initiative of several students. Hosts of the bizarre MTV show challenged and convinced students to perform stunts ranging from weird to disgusting in return tor random amounts of cash, on the spot. Murphy, tor example, agreed to lick a car tire clean, rims and hubcaps, tor just below two hundred dollars. Other students were not so eager tor the cash but perhaps tor the fame and excitement of being on national tele ision. One female student swallowed six live goldfish tor just S50. Sophomore James Matarese volunteered to drink three 1 6-ounce bottles of corn syrup in less than five minutes for the mere amount of S50. He didn ' t succeed. With one bottle remaining, Matarese utilized the bucket the MTV production assistants had nearby and sadly did not win the S50. Though most of the volunteers picked bv the show ' s host and production assistants agreed to one of the wacky assortment of tasks and stunts, the majority of the crowd was not up to the challenge. Some of those who agreed to the crazy torture were repaid nicelv. Junior Brian Hoffman was convinced by MTV assistants to dump a bucket of fish guts into his ' 97 Jeep Cherokee Sport. (Continued on p.55) 52 features Sophomore Zach Jenks poses in true statuesque form for his Human Statue stunt on I Bet You Will. The bet, which was for S200, consisted of having Jenks be decopauged and displayed outside of Festival for two hours. ■ Photos by Rachel O ' Donnell i bet you will 53 [ibetyouWill} 54 Providing relief from the sun, host Hesher is assisted by his umbrella man. Each show was hosted by a different person as they traveled along the East Coast. ■ Photo by Rachel O ' Donnell features do you have problems fitting in? are you completely J£f Screwed up in the head? GREAT! then we want you to write for our show W Going spoon for spoon, juniors Katelyn Crooks and Elise Jackson try to eat special fermented shrimp paste Cinkaloc. The bet provided Jackson with $225 after Crooks could not bear the smell or taste. ■ Photo by Rachel O ' Donnell (Cont.fromp.53) Hoffman received $300 for letting the fish guts sit in the back of his car for an agonizing 45 minutes. For the amount of $200, sophomore Zach Jenks sat as a human statue in a mold of paper strips covered with a mix of flour and water. For two hours, he sat as other students took their turn at bets. MTV cameras on campus marked just one of the stops the show made as part of a tour of smaller colleges along the East Coast. The fall season of I Bet You Will was only the show ' s second run, after premiering during the summer. MTV called asking permission to bring their new show onto campus, and paid all the necessary expenses. Students watched themselves and their friends a few weeks later when clips from the show ' s taping were aired outside the Festival. ■ 1 IT! T 1-1 T— 1 1 !l! !l! SkJf! Licking tire rims for $170 is no problem for sophomore Katie Murphy. Most students would do about anything to be on the show, which was what producers hoped for. ■ Photos by Alison Johntson i bet you will 55 [summerontheset} As production assistants, Evans and Grooms saw behind the scenes takes that most people only wondered about. ■ Photo courtesy ofKhsten Evans 56 features r ho knew that a mixture of tea. lemonade and Coke could make beer? Or at least look like it on the big screen. Graduates Kristen Evans and Lauren Grooms discovered this secret while they worked as production assistants last summer on an independent feature film called A Circle on the Cross. As production assistants, Evans and Grooms helped with script reading, made props, helped with filming, prepared the set, called the cast, chauffeured the camera equipment, and did any other odd jobs that needed doing, even getting water for the actors. Evans and Grooms were put to work a week before the actors arrived, sitting in to read the script. Thev were surprised when the production crew asked for their ideas for changes. Thev liked our input, said Evans. Thev actuallv took a few of our suggestions. Evans recalled running through the woods one day, dodging trees, in heels and a skirt, just to set up a particular camera shot before the actor was called to the set. She also sat in front of the camera on another occasion. Thev said I had the same complexion as the lead actress so I had to sit in front or the camera while they set it up tor her, said Evans. Filmed in a neighborhood in La Grange, a small town about an hour south or Atlanta, Georgia, the movie was constantly interrupted bv the goings-on or everyday life. Grooms once had to run to someone ' s home just to ask him to turn oft his leaf blower because it was interfering with the sound or the movie. Grooms and Evans aJso said thev made friends with the Winn Dixie Supermarket employees, since they made multiple trips there daily to buy items for props or food for the actors and crew. The movie budget, though only $75,000, paid all expenses for Evans and Grooms for the two weeks they helped on the set. Grooms worked for the experience and for fun. Evans helped with the movie as part or an internship she had with Legacy Group Productions, a marketing firm in Harrisonburg. She continued to work part rime for the company after her internship. Cheryl Elliott, owner or Legacy Group Productions, was executive producer of the film and a university alumnus. She had produced independent documentaries, children ' s films, multimedia productions, and several feature film projects. (Continued on p.58) summer on the two students spent time as interns for the movie A Circle on the Cross summer internships 57 — [summerontheset} (Com. from p.57) Based on Thomas Cadwaleder Jones ' original play that won the New York Drama League Best Play Award, A Circle on the Cross follows James Good, a Vietnam prisoner of war, as he returns home 20 vears after his capture. James comes home to find his wife Jo Ann has married his brother William, and his 20 year-old son Chester, is in a rebellious phase of self discovery. Actor Terrance Mann played James Good. Mann was the original Rum Turn Tugger in Cats, more recently, Jekyll and Hyde in Jekyll and Hyde and Frank N Furter in The Rocky Horror Picture Show. Actor and co-executive producer Steven Earl- Edwards co-wrote the screenplay for the film and had worked Make-up is an important factor for most war movies.Terence Mann had his make-up done for his cage scene in the movie where he was a prisoner of war in Vietnam. ■ Photo courtesy of Krister Evans professionally as an actor, director, producer and stuntman in television and stage for more than 20 years. Even though the cast was small, and Evans and Grooms did not meet any blockbuster film actors, they valued their experience just the same. It was cool because it was such a small film, but [those working on the film] kept throwing big names around, said Evans. They agreed that in the future, anyone they met during their experience would probably help them out with their careers. It was such a small group ot people working on it that we became close with everyone, said Grooms. !d Gr id th vans and brooms said that pro|ect military advisor adv it was an opener for us because we didn ' t know all that went O n. . kristen evans 58 features Sergeant Rick Gay made the movie production quite a learning experience for them by sharing his real life experiences of Vietnam. It was an eye-opener lor us because I didn ' t know all that went on, said Evans. According to Grooms and Evans, those involved in the making of the film were working for free and hoped that not just Vietnam veterans, but all United States war veterans would see the film as an honor and a tribute. The movie premiere was planned for the spring in Ireland and La Grange. Evans and Grooms were both invited to go, all expenses paid. They were looking forward to seeing the cast and crew again, but also anticipated the premiere atmosphere. After the premiere, the film was to visit the Screen Actors Guild (SAG) awards for the experimental film category, then go to film festivals, and sttaight to video. Just to see something that you ' ve worked so hard on, seeing it on the big screen is going to be exciting, said Grooms. Though both Evans and Grooms were marketing majors, they planned to take different career paths. But both thought their movie-making experience would help them in the future. This has been a great background project and together with all the other marketing projects I ' ve done with Cheryl, it has become an invaluable experience, said Grooms, who wanted to pursue sports marketing. Evans, interested in pursuing promotions as a profession, said it was interesting to see how easily the production crew could get things done over the phone in a matter of minutes. Through working as production assistants, Evans and Grooms were on the set by 6:30 every morning and not home until 7:30 at night six days a week for two weeks. They said they would be glad to accept the opportunity again. Not everyone can say that they ' ve been on a movie set, said Grooms. It was challenging and rewarding at the same time, but I ' d definitely do it again. ■ On the last day of production Grooms and Evans pose for a picture with the camera operator, Brian Shanley.Both the girls worked extensively with Shanely. ■ Photo courtesy ofKristen Evans Smiles all around for Evans and Grooms who pose for a memento picture with the film ' s star, Terence Mann. ■ Photo courtesy of Krister) Evans summer internships 59 studentserringstudents]- students . dservin ents U we are out there because we love this university and everything it stands for. . senior dave urso The Student Ambassador Executive Board gathers for a group shot. The board members were in charge of organizing programs such as Operation Santa Claus. ■ Photo courtesy of Student Ambassadors While many students often complained about their workload and lack of free time. Student Ambassadors tackled their projects and responsibilities with enthusiasm and Duke Dog pride. Embodying the qualities of leadership, friendliness, and spirit, the ambassadors truly lived up to their mission of students serving students-past, present and future. The ambassadors led 2,500 tours a year, often in the wind, rain or snow. They guided about 30,000 people around campus, leaving a lasting impression on students, parents and alumni. Club president, senior Dave Urso explained that 32 percent of freshmen ranked their campus visits as the prime reason thev decided to attend this university. Many ambassadors wanted to join the group because they enjoyed the tours they participated in as incoming freshmen. I reallv wanted to be a tour guide, said sophomore Lawson Ricketts, I remember taking the tour before coming here and knowing it was something that I wanted to be a part of. The ambassadors gave tours not only to prospective students but to alumni as well. Alumni tours were so much fun, said junior Jessica Quinn, I loved to walk around with those women who went to school here 50 years ago. They had the best stories. Junior Hector Salazar-Salame agreed, We did a lot with alumni. We helped with commencement, graduation, senior packets, alumni reunions and alumni weekends. Ambassadors also took a leadership role during events such as Parent ' s Weekend and Homecoming. They were in charge of presenting the (Continued on p. 62) ' py, art y tu--yt c .+i 60 features A spirited group of Ambassadors waits for the Homecoming parade to begin. Their theme was Connected members celebrate: Past Present and Future. ■ Photo courtesy of Student Ambassadors student ambassadors 61 -[studentservingstudents} (Cont. from p. 60) prestigious Parent of the Year award on Parent ' s Weekend and assisted in the general festivities. Homecoming was another big weekend for the ambassadors. They won the Most Spirited award in the 200 1 Homecoming Parade with the theme Connected Members Celebrate: Past, Present and Future. Their big win was a result of enthusiastic members who would stop at nothing to heighten school spirit. Senior Steven Clark recalled that he had to dress as an old lady. I was supposed to be an alumni. With their big smiles, spirit fingers and constant enthusiasm, one couldn ' t help but feel cheerful around the ambassadors. At Christmas, the ambassadors hosted an event called Operation Santa Claus. The program was held to benefit underprivileged members of the community. Operation Santa Claus was probablv my favorite event, said Clark, We arranged a cappella shows and collected toys. It was great giving back to Harrisonburg. Last year they raised Si, 500 and collected about 300 toys for underprivileged children in the area. In order to improve their leadership skills, ambassadors attended an annual convention, a time where the ambassadors got to mingle with students from other schools and learn new ideas. Quinn recalled, We got to meet so many people from all over and our spirit overtook everyone. We had so much fun. The group represented the university positively at the convention, said Salazar-Salame, We even won the Lip Svnc show. We ' ve won it lor at least the past two years. In addition to their enthusiasm for helping other students love the university, the ambassadors valued their friendships and knew how to have fun with each othet. People in this organization did spend a lot of time together, not because we had to, but because we wanted to, said Clark. Senior Night and ctash bars were weeklv affairs tor the group. Every Wednesday night after their meeting, a large group of them would head out to D-Hall, occupving many of the tables. They also hosted tall and spring semi- formals, and parties for Halloween and St. Patrick ' s Day. Since I joined my freshman year, these people have become my cote group of friends, said junior Carrie Tagye. Thev are seriously my best friends in the world. We are a fam ily. Students interested in becoming ambassadors applied in the fall, and new members were welcomed in the spring. Getting into an organization can be very overwhelming, so we had ' bigs ' and ' littles, ' said Clark, You got teally close to them and made a friend right away. Everyone supported each other. Each ambassador meeting included the Above and Beyond jar. The jar filled with candy was passed to a different ambassador every week; a person who everyone felt went above and beyond that week in his or her duties and friendships. Ambassadors were involved in many other organizations on campus as well. Sororities, fraternities, a cappella groups, theater, and sports clubs were all additional areas of campus life that members enjoyed. A deep love for the university and a desire to improve the campus brought these 100 to 150 ambassadors together. Utso summed up their purpose, saying, We were out there because we loved this university and evetything that it stood fot, and because there was nothing that made us feel better than having a freshman come up to us in D- Hall and say, ' I just wanted to sav thank vou because you ate the reason I came here. ■ LJ ■Egs - | ABOVE: Sophomore Krystal Garrett guides a group of prospective students on a tour of campus. Student Ambassadors led over 2,500 tours in the course of the year.a Photo byLizO ' Neillm FAR LEFT: Senior Erin Tulley and junior Laura Cochran help decorate the Student Ambassador float for the 2001 Homecoming parade.The group won the Most Spirited award for their involvement. ■ Photo by Photo courtesy of Student Ambassadors ■ MIDDLE LEFT: Ambassadors enjoy a luncheon at President Rose ' s home. The group spent many hours together outside their duties and meetings becoming a tightly knit team of friends. ■ Photo courtesy of Student Ambassadors m LEFT: Junior Lauren Alfonso, sophomore Holly Arnould, and junior Emily Baker enjoy the festivities at Sunset on the Quad 2001, sporting their Student Ambassador sweatshirts. Members of the group frequently added excitement at the various school functions they attended. ■ Photo courtesy of Student Ambassadors student ambassadors 63 flndependentvibesj independent Artistry and Independence radiates from the MACRoCk scene. Students captured the essense of the events with their ears and cameras. ■ Photo by Allison Miracco ■ Creativity, sound and color flood the MACRoCk scene. Independent bands from across the nation graced the presence of students as well as a large grouping of music lovers. ■ Photo byKirstin Reid Members of WXJM offered an unforgettable experience to I students and musicians from all over the country by gathering 100 bands for the annual MACRoCk convention. The two-day music conference attracted thousands of college students to Harrisonburg. An entire year was spent working on MACRoCk, the Mid-Atlantic College Radio Conference. The conference was coordinated and organized by a committee from WXJM, 88.7 FM, the student-run radio station in Harrisonburg. Many MACRoCk attendees did not realize that preparations for the event began a year before the actual concerts. Senior Matt Schnable, MACRoCk coordinator, started planning the 2002 event in April of 2001. Schnable worked on reserving venues such as PC Ballroom and Godwin Gym, two of the major facilities needed to hold the concerts. After taking a break for the summer, the MACRoCk committee continued planning for the event soon after they returned to school. In September, Schnable and the committee began discussing MACRoCk ' s website, an integral part of the process of putting the show together. The MACRoCk website allowed interested bands to apply. The committee had to make sure the website be up-to-date and running smoothly. When applications began to arrive, Schnable and the committee started booking bands. This process began in early October and continued until the day of the concerts. (Continued on p. 66) 64 features macrock 65 it ' s MACRoCk not McRocK ian mackaye, fugazi (Com. from p. (A) Also in October, WXJM began another important preparation for MACRoCk: promotions and advertising. It was crucial for WXJM to publicize the spring event, so they could recruit bands as well as attract fans. The MACRoCk committee worked with various music magazines to get the word out about MACRoCk. They also made flyers and sent information about the event to magazines and record labels. The committee also contacted bands that had played at past conferences, offering them a chance to participate in MACRoCk again. The next part of the ptocess was actually organizing the bands that had been booked and making sure they had a variety of musical genres represented. We had a picture in our heads of the different genres that we wanted for this year and we pieced them together. Schnable said. During the next few months, WXJM members worked on talking to record labels to organize the label expo, which occurred on the Saturday of the conference. It was a really good opportunity for bands to talk to different record labels, stated Schnable. The label expo allowed bands to sell records or promote themselves to record labels, gaining unknown bands some recognition and possibly getting them one step closer to a record deal. As spring approached, the dates for MACRoCk got closer and closer. Schnable and the other committee members worked diligently to orchestrate the events. They planned the final details of the shows, deciding which venue each group would use and the order the bands would perform. They also discussed the final details of each show with the technical and sound crews to ensure that everyone was working in unison. The day of the concerts was stressful and hectic for the MACRoCk staff, as bands arrived and thousands of music fans flocked to the university. About 90 to 100 bands played over the course of two days, at various venues on campus as well as restaurants off campus such as Court Square Theater and the Little Grill. Schnable had to make sure that everything was on cue with what we had planned out. Time was a constraint and the key to making the conference run smoothly, he explained. In spite of time constraints, everyone involved did a great job of keeping right on schedule. The two nights of MACRoCk were filled with pure music of all genres, ranging from hip hop to rock to jazz and American folk music. Some of the bands in attendance were The Dismemberment Plan, Rainer Maria, Akrobatik, Coheed and Cambria, Avail, Ted Leo and the Pharmacists, Karate, Matt Pond Pa., Onelinedrawing, Hackensaw Boys, Joshua Fit for Battle, and Engine Down. The purpose of the conference was to cover as many genres as we could and not favor one genre. We wanted to represent college radio, explained Schnable. The last band to play was Fugazi, a well-respected band in the music industry. The band played at Godwin Gym to an audience of over 1,000 people. Getting Fugazi to play was special for MACRoCk and everyone who was involved, Schnable stated. Schnable admitted that working all year long on this conference was well worth the effort. I was so pleased with the outcome of it. It was a relief when it was over because it went really well and people were happy, he acknowledged. To bring this to people for two days and allow them to be absorbed in the music was definitely a very good feeling, Schnable concluded. ■ f0. $L Proust 66 features Skyline Village is one of the bands to perform at the 2002 MACRoCk. The band rocked out for all. ■ Photo courtesy of College Music Journal.m Scenes from after the last show. Many students stayed well into the night watching the different bands. ■ Photos by: Allison Miracco macrock 67 { efinestmoment} the finest moment Communications major Laura Curtin reflects on her college memories. The day was a time for celebration of undergraduate accomplishments. ■ A sense of joy, delight, and pride is in the air on graduation day. Students were graced with beautiful Virginia weather for their big moment (opposite)M Photos by Lauren Cowley 68 features — — I I- lm m m 1 - mm § , j _ graduation 69 { efinestmoment} reflecting forward It is the moment every student has worked so hard to reach. A proud graduate crosses the bridge to graduation and she recieved her diploma (bottom left), a Photo by Jenny Brockwellm A young boy admires a graduate ' s tassel. Both young and old enjoyed the events of the day (bottom centerl.n Mementos such as the commencement program booklet are left behind as students approach the stage to recieve their diplomas (bottom right). ■ Photos by Rachel O ' Donnell - L --cz t eJCJ£L Graduation is not only the day when students pack up their belongings and start a different chapter in their life; it is a day of reflection on their four, and sometimes five, years in college. The weather outside was somewhat unpleasant on May 5, 2002, the day that marked passage into the real world for seniors soon-to-be alumni. But chilly temperatures and light rain did not spoil the day, as approximately 3,000 students received their diploma in front of about 20,000 friends and family members. After the usual formalities, Senior Class Challenge Co-Chairs Stephen Davis and Darcy Langlais presented a check to President Linwood Rose for construction of a replica of the tempietta, a gazebo- like structure that James Madison designed as an architect. Co- chairing the Senior Class Challenge was a great, yet challenging experience, Davis said. Especially because of the tight job market and economy, it was difficult to get students to make pledges to give money for the class gift. Keynote speaker Governor Mark Warner addressed his first college commencement with words of insight and encouragement. The speaker selection committee usually books graduation speakers a year or two in advance. However, when the original 2002 speaker had to cancel unexpectedly, the newly-elected governor agreed to step in. Senior address speaker Kate Merke reminded her fellow graduates that we are all going to reflect on our time here in a different way. With different stories to tell our children, different photos for the scrapbook and different memories to take with us. The Media Arts and Design major urged her classmates to never be afraid to fail, to never put limitations on themselves, and to learn like you ' ll live forever. In spite of the different experiences each senior had, we do have at least one thing in common, Mercke noted, we have all called JMU our home and have conquered JMU in our own way. ■ 70 features graduation 71 { lefinestmoment} we should always be looking for the next Step, the next goal, the next level. senior speaker kate mercke Students exchange congratulatory remarks as the ceremony comes to a close. Solid bonds with their friends will remain in their hearts forever. Family taking part in the celebration is a favorite tradition. The present, past and future went hand in hand graduation day. ■ Dr. Douglas Brown presides over the opening of the main graduation ceremony. ■ A student sits back, enjoying freshly-picked flowers that enhance the special day. ■ Graduates serenely blow bubbles that drift off into the spring breeze. Although graduation is a serious moment in ones life, many also found time to celebrate in small ways ■ Photos by Rachel O ' Donnell 72 features Several happy graduates embrace immediately following the ceremony. A wide range of emotions were felt as students said a temporary goodbye to the friends they had become close to in the past few years. ■ Photo by Rachel ODonnell graduation 73 {celebrationoffamily]- : Through her heart-shaped glasses, this young fan copes out her future team. Students enjoyedasitingAith a family members of all agwover P etit ' s Weekends Phfito by Rachel O ' DonneJI . X 74 features celebration of family The Marching Royal Dukes belt out a favorite musical number during the halftime show (top).« Photo by Jenny Brockwell ■ A proud family is ali smiles on game day. Dave and Debbie Lumsden, parents to Jessica Lumsden, were announced Outstanding Parents during the football game (center). ■ Photo by Jenny Brockwell m Looking off into the crowded stands, a student and her parents find shade under a tree just outside the stadium (bottom).B Photo by Rachel O ' Donnell One weekend each year is dedicated to showing parents what life is like for their child at college. On the weekend of October fourth through the sixth, the city of Harrisonburg and its surrounding areas were flooded with ,000 to 9,000 parents eager to experience life through the eyes of their children. For this special weekend of events, parents stayed in hotels and motels as far north as Woodstock and as far south as Lexington. Provided with just a campus map and a schedule of special events, families fended for themselves out in the citv streets, hoping that their child knew the way around. Beginning on Friday, the weekend was full of activities for the whole family to enjoy. Families could choose from events including canoeing on the Shenandoah River, a 5K Race, academic receptions, a tour of the Arboretum, a gala dinner, an array of concerts and athletic events, various activities at the University Recreation Center, and a trip to James Madison ' s home, Montpelier. Kicking off the weekend was a Friday night concert held in Wilson Hall. (Continued on p. 76) fit - 7 - i- x- - t J L «- - parents weekend 75 {celebrationoffamily]- (Cont.fromp.75)The featured band was 1964: The Tribute. The band was in its eighteenth year of concerts modeled after the Beatles: playing their songs, and acting, dressing, and talking just as the Beatles did. With a following of some people who had seen the band in excess often times, the group was very well-received. Students were able to witness their parents rocking to the tunes of the Beatles as they had when they were teenagers. Saturday night featured a Pops Concert, a favorite of past Parent ' s Weekends. By tar the most popular event for the weekend was the Dukes football game. This year ' s game was played against the University of Maine. Preordered tickets left only 1,000 tickets for unreserved seats. Prior to kickoff, the Outstanding Parent awards were presented. Students had the opportunity to nominate their own parents, or any parents they thought were worthy of such an honor. Applications were available online and submitted along with student essays that determined the winning parents. The winners were Neil Armstrong and Dave and Debbie Lumsden. Although the Dukes did not come out with the win, fun was had by all. The parents added to the spirited atmosphere of the football game. Said senior Student Duke Club member Tami Mas, the students act the same at the football even with thousands of parents there. Students wanted to show their parents their school spirit. And evidently parents enjoyed showing off their own school spirit. Decked out in university colors, the parents at times were as rowdy as their children. Although many parents were experiencing their first parents weekend, others were veterans. Brian and Herman Frese were attending their seventh Parent ' s Weekend. With one student attending the university and one a recent graduate, they said the weekends just keep getting better. Despite the over-crowded city, parking problems, and long waits at restaurants, parents chose to tough it out and enjoyed their weekend overall. Teresa Ellis, mother of freshman Lindsay Ellis said, the weekend was very nice, well set- up, and well-organized. ■ 76 features Dr. Pat Rooney gets lost in a sea of drummers. The band director paused for a moment amid a busy game to take a phone call Photo by Jenny Brockwell Parent ' s Weekend is not just about good food and football games. Parents and the children supported the battle against breast cancer in the Susan G. Komen 5K Photo by Morgan Riehlu Family Rivalry reached great heights, as students and their parents gave new meaning to scaling the rock wall at UREC. ■ Photo by Rachel O ' Donnellm Color guard members strive to perform their best, hoping to impress the parents looking on from the stands. The football game was a popular event for families to attend together. Photo by Jenny Brockwell u 1 964: A Tribute Band are known for a performance almost identical to the beloved Beatles. Lucy was in the sky with diamonds all over again. Photo by Liz O ' Neill BWho doesn ' t love a big cuddly animal? The Duke Dog embraced fans big and small. Pfioto by Jess Hanebury parents weekend 77 neverforgotten} never forgotten remembering September eleventh A student stares into her candle during the vigil held on the Commons. The ceremony was a moment for everyone to reflect on the impact of the NewYork and Washington attacks. ' Photo by Morgan Riehl A student ' s candle luminates. Hundreds of candles lit up the nights sky in rememberance of September 1 1th. P iotobyfloc ie O ' Donnell Q-cl- - . Students and faculty gathered in Grafton- Stovall Theatre tor a somber but hopeful inter-faith prayer service in memory of the September 11 victims. Led bv Father John Grace of Catholic Campus Ministries, the morning service was a time for people of all faiths to unite in prayer for the victims of the tragedy and their families. As people of different religions and backgrounds stood up to share their differing perspectives, they were united by a common theme of peace and prayer. Several musical groups performed, excerpts were read and a poignant slide show was presented as well. -ez- - . White and blue ribbons were distributed on the Commons for students to wear in remembrance of the victims of the terrorist attacks that occurred on September 11, 2001. Various students distributed the ribbons at different locations on the Commons. Students formed long lines to get a ribbon thev could wear to honor the victims of the September 1 1 tragedies. Hundreds of students gathered on the Commons during this hour, wearing their patriotic ribbons in support of their country. = £ - o—o- - Exactly one year after the nation was rocked by the tragedies of September 1 1 , the universiry held a flag ceremony on the Quad to pay respect to the country and the victims of the attacks. (Continued on p. 80) 78 features a ' ■ 21 • ' ■ ' .■-.• ' the light of One candle cannot be extinguished by all the darkness in the world ' saint francis of assisi 9 11 follow-up I 79 {neverforgotten]- An example of patriotism at its best. Although the statue stood alone, James Madison ' s partriotism was helped by students in the middle of the night. m Photo by Liz O ' Neill (Cont. from p. 78) Hundreds of students and faculty gathered on the Quad to observe the raising of the flags arid participate in a five-minute moment of silence to honor the memory of the victims and their tamilies. The flags were raised at noon by the ROTC Color Guard, surrounded by a serene and patriotic atmosphere on the Quad. After the flag raising, the crowd stood to hear two students play a short trumpet rendition of Taps. When the music ended, the moment or silence began, demonstrating that at such difficult times, silence can be more powerful than words. The union or people across campus created a powerful feeling of honor and somber remembrance on the Quad. Sophomore Amanda Lindberg felt that the moment of silence was an effective way of uniting people to remember and honor the tragedies of September 1 1 . I thought it was reallv peaceful with that manv people gathered together like that, but it made me sad to see so many of us there on the Quad and think of all the innocent people who died, Lindberg expressed. tf -H t - — , Candles flickered in the soft breeze as thousands of students and faculty joined together on the Commons to reflect on the events of September 1 1 of the previous year. After the crowd joined together to sing Amazing Grace, Dr. Rose said a few words commending the community for their strength and compassion throughout the last year. He asked students and faculty to especially keep four families from the community in their thoughts and pravers: the Horning family, the Blass family, the Simmons family and the Thomson family. All tour families experienced personal losses in the terrorist attacks. The microphone was then opened up to the crowd, allowing rhose who wished to speak to share theif thoughts and reflections from the past year. The messages given by students were somber in tone, but filled with hope. Students, faculty and staff came together as family, helping the community as a whole make it through the darkest of times. It was so nice to see such a large turn out of students for the vigil. It really showed that this university was a caring community, even one year after the tragedy, said sophomore Amanda Spray. ■ 80 features A student shows her support for New York after the tragedies one year later. The patriotic colors of our country were seen thoughout campus the entire day. m Photo by Liz O ' Neill Taking in the moment of silence on the Quad, many gathered to pay their respects. The day was filled with reflection as students attended the remebrance activities during the day. ■ Photo by Rachel O ' Donnell Standing together to honor and remember the tragedies, students and faculty take a moment out of their day to reflect. A flag ceremony was held in front of Wilson Hall at noon while Taps was played. ■ Photo by Rachel O ' Donnell Providing a sincere moment with his musical talent, sophomore Sean Lambert plays Amazing Grace on the Commons. Although he was late to the vigil, his music was sti heard by the remaining students ■ Photo by Rachel O ' Donnell 9 11 follow up 81 {crossCtlltUralstudies } :ross -g -g cultural studi les The serene atmosphere is depicted through the canal waterways of Venice, Italy. ■ Photo courtesy of Robin Yuspehm Erskin Falls and the rainforests of Australia was just one of the stops for junior Morgan Riehl and her friends made along the Great Ocean Road. ■ Photo courtesy of Morgan Riehl 82 features study abroad 83 -[crossculturalstudies]- The ancient cities in Italy truly depict its history and people. During her study abroad trip, Yuspeh was able to experience the culture and arts with friends outside the church of St. Francis of Assist. Yuspeh takes a moment to capture the view from San Miniato, Florence with friends. Photos courtesy of Robin Yuspeh fl orence I loved Italy. Everything about the country was amazing, from the food to the views to the ancient history, and there was absolutely nothing that I disliked. I consider myself one of the luckiest people alive because I was able to live and study there. I flew to Florence not knowing a soul, and came back with some of the best friends I have ever had. They experienced something with me that no one but a study abroad student would understand. We were able to step out of our normal American lives and become Italians, something that I would never have imagined possible. I had never taken a day of Italian in my life before my semester abroad. When I arrived in Italy, Alessandro Gentili and Claire Stypulkowski took me in and taught me how to become a true Italian. I was able to pick up the language very quickly through interacting with my Italian family and other Italians I spoke with day in and day out. Traveling was another amazing part of living in Italy. It was so easy to get on a train and visit another city, like Rome or Venice. We were even able to experience Fat Tuesday at the Carnivale in Venice. I have never seen such amazing costumes in my life. I traveled all over Italy, including a trip down to Sicily and I still felt like I hadn ' t seen enough. Besides Florence, my absolute favorite city was Venice. There is nothing as beautiful as a Venetian sunset over the Grand Canal. Standing on the Rialto Bridge watching the colors change was so magical, it couldn ' t be y l€ 4 £€s v described or captured in pictures. There was such a sense of history everywhere I went in Italy. Some of the youngest buildings were older than the oldest structures in the United States. Walking through thousand-year-old ruins made me think about how young our country truly was, and that our history was nothing compared to these ancient cities. Pompeii was one of those cities. It was an ancient Roman vacation spot that had amazing innovations. We knew this because of the suddenness of the eruption of Mount Vesuvius. Everything, including the people, were buried as they tried to ecape. There is no other city like that in the world. I had never been a fan of art, especially art museums. But in Italy I went to an art museum at least once a week. Every church was like a museum, with the Catholic religion as the main focus of most of the art in Italy. The Uffizi, an an museum in Florence, housed some of the most famous works of art in the world. Florence had countless other museums like the Academia that held works of art that are universally known. I would never look back on the four months I spent in Italy with disappointment or regret. I was worried that I would miss college and my friends and family so much, and I did. But everything that I did and everything I learned completely overpowered any homesickness that I experienced. I would strongly recommend studying abroad to anyone. ■ 84 features ana As my senior year approached I began to think about what things I still wanted to do before I graduated. One of those things was studying abroad. I had traveled out of the country numerous times before, but I had never had the opportunity to study anywhere outside the United States. It was an opportunity that I knew I would regret if I didn ' t take. I wanted to go somewhere that was not like anywhere else I had been before. I looked at all the different programs and decided that the trip to Ghana, West Africa appealed to me the most. Ghana is a trip that I will never forget. I spent the entire month of June experiencing African culture and society. We spent most of our time in the capital city of Accra but also took road trips into other areas of Ghana. Ghana is a beautiful country. It was nothing like I thought it would be. Many people have a stereotypical image of Africa, but I found it very similar to parts of the United States. Most people think of Africa as a place where people live in villages and huts. In some of the very rural areas this might be true, but there are also big cities, as in any other nation. They had almost everything that we have here. In the mornings, we attended class at the University of Ghana in Legon. The campus was attractive and included many of the same facilities as this university, such as a post office, a bookstore, computer labs, and dining facilities. Since it was summer, we did not participate in regular classes but had guest lecturers instead. Some of our speakers were the best in the country in their respective subjects. I learned a great deal from them and gained a new perspective on things that I had not realized before. English is the official language of Ghana. Most people spoke English very well, which made things quite a bit easier on us. After a few days adjusting, we decided to venture out on our own. We quickly learned how to catch a cab and get exactly where we wanted to go. Ghana ' s economy was mostly based on petty trading. Everything had to be bargained for. The initial price is never what consumers should pay. One American dollar equaled approximately 5,800 CD ' s (Ghanaian money), so everything seemed much cheaper. We could get a cab to take us just about anywhere in town for two American dollars. I could buy a Coke or a beer for fifty cents. The exchange rate made it easy for us to buy a ton of souvenirs. On a detour from her cruise across the Volta River, small children offer Hinrichs a tour of the island. With English as the second language, Hinrichs found it easy to communicate with locals. ■ Hurrting ac ross a suspended bridge, Hinrichs stops for a picture. In Ghana, Hinrichs gained many new perspectives of race and culture. ■ Photos courtesy ofJenna Hinrichs Being a sociology major, one of the first things I noticed about Ghanian society is that there was not a recognizable middle class. There were distinct upper and lower classes but not many people who fell in between. There was also not as much of a preoccupation with material success. Most people that we came across were content with where they were in life, and took much pride in their work. It was not long before I noticed something else that I found strange. The local people would commonly refer to me as white lady. While the title did not really bother me, I had never been singled out before because of my race. It was very strange for me to stick out because I was white. Most people seemed to automatically assume that I was rich simply because of my color. I guess I got a small taste of what it feels like to be a minority, an experience that taught me a great deal. This trip was an excellent learning experience that taught me more than I ever have learned in a classroom. I met so many great people in Ghana. It was hard to believe that learning could be so much fun. It was definitely an experience that I will remember forever. ■ study abroad 85 -[crossCUitUralstudiesl australia L, stt t - ■ufca Cs By the time my plane landed back in Washington, D.C. in July, I felt as if I had left my home in Australia to simply visit Virginia. But as I turned onto my old street and walked into my house it felt so normal that it was strange. It was only then that the past six months began to register and come into perspective. It was hard to realize that it was over, that I had just returned from the most amazing and rewarding experience of my life thus far. I felt like I had been gone forever and like I had never left at the same time. It all seemed like a dream. I went to the University of Canberra, (pronounced can-bra) located in a suburb of the Australian capital, Canberra. The school, or uni, had about 10,000 students, but only 1,000 lived on campus. The others were commuters who lived at home. I lived in a campus house with four Australians and four other international students, who quickly became my family. There were kangaroos outside my window and not a Foster ' s Lager in sight. Every Thursday was Uni Bar Night. The bar on campus stayed open until three in the morning and everyone went. I only took three courses, giving me four-day weekends. In the first half of the semester, my friends and I traveled around the country nearly every weekend and to New Zealand for our two-week fall break in April. In the second half I hardly left on the weekend, truly making UC and IH4 my home. After the semester ended I stayed in the South Pacific for two months, backpacking from place to place. In my travels before, during, and after the semester I did some amazing things and saw places I thought could never actually exist. My first day in Australia I dove on the Great Barrier Reef and on my last night I saw an opera in the Sydney Opera House. I held koala bears, skydived, fought off dingos while camping, and sailed. In New Zealand I went on a four- day hike through the mountains, stretching over 40 miles. I slept in cars, trains, ferries, airports, casinos, and train station benches. I treasure every one of those experiences, no matter how crazy, wonderful, or horrible they were. It was not always easy. I left everything and everyone familiar to go to the other side of the world for a half a year. While I was gone I was forced to face many issues and deal with situations I often was not prepared for. But that made it all the more wonderful and worthwhile. What really made everything so memorable was not the place; it was the people I shared it with the people I met The famous Sydney Opera House illuminates Circular Quay Harbor. This unique structure has become one of the most recognized buildings worldwide.! Photo by Morgan Riehl really made my time abroad unique. Aside from those that I went to school with, there were some that I knew only for a week as we shared a hostel room, for three days on an island adventure, or simply an evening on an overnight bus ride. Among them were Israeli Army veterans, a group of Brits making a round-the-world trip, sisters from Norway, a French winemaker, and a restaurant owner from Northern Ireland. I learned from them about other places and other lives and realized how similar we all are. It did not matter where I was or if I was with a complete stranger. Even with all the things that made us different, there was so much that we held in common. We shared an adventure, only to continue our separate ways and eventually make it back to our old lives. We knew we would never meet again, but it did not matter. The people became as immovable as the location; they became pan of the scenery, creating just as much of an impact and being just as memorable. I could never encourage someone enough to go abroad and simply travel in general. The hardest part was taking the first step. After that, everything fell into place. I would have never thought this is how my college years would have panned out when I arrived at the university three years ago. But I cannot imagine my life without those six months being part of it. Even- person, even place, and even ' day taught me more about myself and the world than I could have ever dreamed of or hoped for. 86 features lond on y a i ' VC t C- ' C- Three thoughts: What have I done? Man I am tired. And whoa, this suitcase is heavy. Welcome to London ' s summer program. Initially I was also struck by how simple it is to enter a foreign land while it is such a hassle to reenter America. These thoughts were going through my head as I stood in London Heathrow International airport on the first da} of my six-week stud}- abroad program. We took a bus back to our new home, the Mad House. This was the pan of the London program that made it unique. Students did not live with separated host families but together on 49 Gower Street. The house was run by Jon and Gina Glassman, former participants in the London study abroad program. The lack of culture shock was what was interesting here. Evemhing seemed shockingly familiar. We had a quick orientation and nap time. Then we broke into groups to explore. Well, explore is not the word; get lost is more like it. We walked through Covent Gardens, crossed the Waterloo Bridge and walked down the Thames to the Globe. It was at this moment that it all became real, we were in London, and we got to stay for six weeks. I took three classes while in London: An History, Political Science, and Shakespeare. Each class was attended once a week with Shakespeare meeting twice. Each course also included a weekly outing. The outings for my an class were amazing. Even - week we attended a different museum where our professor lectured for a bit on several pieces of an. Often others in the program would come along to see the art and hear her stories. We were frequently shadowed by museum-goers who became interested in what she was saying. The Shakespeare class was rewarding for a number of reasons. The simple experience of attending class twice a week at the Globe Theatre was mind-boggling. It wasn ' t the original Globe but the reconstruction was amazing. The level of authenticity that permeated through evemhing there was remarkable. No materials were used in the construction of the Globe that would not have been available is Shakespeare ' s day. This level of reproduction extended to other realms as well. Everything down to the costumes used in productions and the instruments that the musicians plaved was given the same level of attention. Our teacher, Patrick Spottiswood, arranged for us to meet with the coordinators of all these programs to really how costumes could be made without synthetic materials or machine stitching. The one exception that the master of costume mentioned was that the modern actors were given rubber- soled shoes because they couldn ' t figure out how the original actors walked on that stage without slipping in leather shoes. In addition to the outings and shows that were mandatorv for our classes there were mandator}- program outings. For instance, all of us went to one play per week and also on music outings. We took two trips with the program all together, a day trip to Brighton and a weekend in Bath. The day in Brighton was one of my favorite memories of London. Two students decided to go swimming, and it couldn ' t have been much over 50 degrees out. The weekend in Bath was also great; it ' s a fascinating little town. The hotel there was small, which led to packed rooms. The best accomodations by far was the orphanage where four other girls and I stayed; five girls in five little beds with five matching comforters. I know the Madeline books will never seem the same again! I miss it all, along with everyone who was there. One summer, six weeks, it changed evemhing for all of us. It was an experience I will never forget. ■ study abroad 87 -[changeofpace} Senior Will Camnitz does slow-time push- ups as part of the warm-down exercises. The instructor strove to provide a full work-out. ■ Photo by Morgan Riehl 88 features ace classes that offered training in unconventional sports gave students an alternative to the monotony of labs and lectures Most students did not expect their classes to involve jumping oft buildings, deep sea diving, or kicking over a punching bag. But many students were pleasantly surprised. The university offered numerous classes that were physically demanding and allowed students to learn unusual skills and take a welcome break from the usual drone of lectures in many academic classes. One class offered was Military Science Leadership Lab (MSCI 100). As part oftheROTC program, MSCI 100 enabled students to learn valuable military skills, whether thev were planning to enter the military or were simply interested in gaining some self-defense skills. The class had no required prerequisite, so any student was able to take it. The Kinesiology department also provided yarious one- credit classes that each focused on a different physical activity. These classes ranged from kickboxing to scuba diving. Students who enroll in these classes not only learned valuable skills, but also kept their schedules interesting. MSCI 100 was a very unusual and unique experience for all students who were involved. It taught students practical skills and allowed them to them to utilize these skills by partaking in various outdoor activities. (Continued on p.91) Instructor Harold Halterman corrects the kick of a student. Halterman took a very active role in the classes and improving his students techniques. ■ Photo by Morgan Riehl alternative classes 89 ■[changeofpacej- Senior Janna Jones puts on her snorkel. The snorkel helped the diver breathe underwater. ■ Photo by Morgan Riehl Sophomore Ed Raider addresses his men on what to expect during the next exercise. For almost all the students, this was the first time they had done anything like this. ■ Photo by Morgan Riehl A student blends into the environment and waits patiently. Remaining still and focused were key elements in surprising the other company. ■ Photo by Morgan Riehl 90 features Practicing diving _„ . . . . . ... ■ exercises, a student (Com. from p.89) The class participated in activities such as a ropes comp | e tesaflip.With course, paintbalJ, water survival at University Recreation (UREC), the added equipment underwater maneuvers and basic militarv training. Another unique aspect or the course become more difficult was that the juniors led the class with the instructors supervising. Photo by Morgan Riehl which gave students valuable leadership experience. The most exciting part of MSCI 1 00 lor many students was rappelling off the walls of Eagle Hall. Before actually rappelling, the class took about an hour preparing for the challenge. The students marched over in orderly fashion dressed in army fatigues and gathered around the instructor for further direction. The students then helped tie ropes around each other that would allow them to be attached to the main rope on the building, and rappelled down the wall once all the safety measures were in place. Sophomore Tazzie Howard admitted that rappelling off the wall gave her an immense boost of confidence. It made me face something I was uncomfortable with and realize that it wasn ' t so bad after all. Junior Danni Pauly took the class just so she could learn to rappel. It was something different that I thought I would never do in college. Senior Dan Hodermarsky, ROTC cadet commander, explained that MSCI 100 was a great opportunity because it gave people a chance to train for the army and have a lot of fun as well. It gives people an opportunity to see what the military is really like, he said. Squad leader sophomore Mark Ehlers felt that the class provided him with valuable experience. I think the best thing I got out of the class was learning about leadership hands on, he said. I have to make sure that all my people know what they are doing and why, so it is a good tool for teaching leadership, he added. Ehlers also liked the class because it was the only class that you can get an A for jumping off a building. But, the most important thing was that it gave everyone who took it practical leadership experience, which is probably one of the most important skills out there, whether you are going into the militarv or not. The Kinesiology department offered a number of basic instruction courses that focused on specific skills. The courses were cosponsored by the Kinesiology department and UREC. Each class was only one credit and lasted eight weeks. The classes met once a week at various locations, depending on what activity was planned. Over 20 classes were offered each semester ranging from scuba diving to river canoeing to self defense for women. The classes were taught by part-time instructors, most who had local businesses relating to the course they taught. (Continued onp.93) alternative classes 91 ■{changofpace] Floating at the surface, the class recieves commands from the instructor.This one- credit block class was open to all students. ■ Photo by Morgan Riehl Alpha Company makes their approach on the opponents bunker. This paintball exercise was to put into action the military techniques that students had learned in past weeks. ■ Photo by Morgan Riehl 92 features Two Bravo Company members climb out of their bunker before the attack.Team placement was vital in the preparation for the approaching company. ■ Photo by Morgan Riehl Guide for the Bravo Company.John Ngyuen, stands at attention after arriving at the site. The MSCI 100 class went to the rock quarry for their paintball exercise. ■ Photo by Morgon Riehl With mirrors covering the walls inside the studio, students were able to better correct their mistakes. The class met once per week at Halterman ' s Karate Studio. ■ Photo by Morgan Riehl it was something different that i thought i would never do in college. . danni pauly (Cont.fromp.9l) Kathv Clancy trained students to be scuba divers. or at least introduced them to the world of scuba diving. The course consisted of some classroom time learning terminology and the physics of the scuba equipment. The rest of the course was spent in the pool at UREC, where students were trained how to use the underwater equipment and practiced diving. The class allowed them to become certified scuba divers if they wished. Clancy explained that she enjoved teaching the class because it gave her the, pleasure of turning people on to the underwater world. Tim Richardson, the mountain cycling instructor, also felt it was extremely gratifying to watch his students successfully achieve what they had trained tor. He explained how kinesiology courses were an asset to higher education. [Kinesiology courses] give students structure and keep them relaxed so they can be more focused on academically challenging courses, he said. These physically demanding classes provided a pleasant alternative to academic classes and gave students a break in their week to relieve the stress that college life often brought. By taking these alternative classes, students found unique opportunities to do things thev never thought they would, while having a lot of fun and learning new and useful skills. ■ alternative classes 93 {spinmeround} the phattest Hip Hop event to ever hit campus nine und With every event there must be an emcee, and Circles was proud to present Shabazz, formally of the Wutang and Grave Diggaz. The stands were packed and the crowd was ready to see what the breakdancers had in store for them. ■ Photo by Rachel O ' Donnell Walking into the Godwin gym on March 29, 2002, an intense energy almost radiated from the walls. A stage with turn-tables and huge speakers was being set up, sound-checks were taking place, and loud, pulsating music made your heart beat to the rhythm. All around the gym, people were spinning on their heads, their backs, their arms, practicing breakdancing to the music and cheering each other on. One guy jumped up and started to break, dancing faster and faster as he built up his energy. Then, another guy jumped up and started to do moves that out-did the other, and they kept this up, trying to beat each other at their own game. The crowd cheered enthusiastically, and fellow breakdancers gathered around the two, yelling and dancing around with excitement. The Circles III breakdancing competition had not even begun yet, but in the minds or these enthusiastic hip-hoppers, it was already underway. Circles III was the third annual breakdancing and emcee competition, hosted by the Breakdance Club. Breakdance crews came from all over to (continued on p. 96) 94 features Showing off his flip side, unior Adand Kao presents the B-boy skills of the club. Many students came out to see the breakers eye- catching moves. ■ Photo by Rachel O ' Donnell Battling against Disturbed Puppets junior Matt Eubank shows that practice does pay off. Many breakdancers went to different competitions to get fresh ideas. ■ Photo by Rachel O ' Donnell circles 95 {spinrm round} Senior Devin Beasley practices his moves just before the competition starts in Godwin. Making heads turn was not a new thing for many of the boys. Photo by Rachel O ' Donnell Freezing B-boy style, junior Matt Eubank refines his moves before competing with his team. The breakers practiced twice a week during the year leading up to the event. Photo by Rachel O ' Donnell (continued from p. 94 ) participate in the battle and compete to win the S 1 ,000 first prize. It was emceed by Shabazz of the Wutang and Grave Diggaz, with Marlon from Havikoro and Tony Bonz from Step Fiendz judging. The Lions of Zion breakdancing crew won for the third year in a row. The energy at Circles III was enhanced by the extreme competition between the crews. Breakdance Club member, graduate student Brian Wilcox, described one battle in which the judge said the group BOCA won, but there was a huge disagreement and so they just kept on battling each other in a side circle. This made almost the entire audience come around the small circle; there was a lot of tension between the two crews and a fight almost broke out. Breakdance club president, senior Devin Beasley was proud of Circles 2001, having participated in the battle himself as well as planning the event. He said, there was awesome energy from everyone who was there. The crowd elevated the energy so much. He hoped that Circles helped the community respect the many aspects of hip- hop, as well as become more familiar with the club. All proceeds from Circles III went to the Boys and Girls Club of Harrisonburg. The Breakdance Club was a relatively new organization at the university, founded by Kevork 96 features Representing the Hip Hop side of Circles, two freestylers competed jW in front of the crowd. The judges f decided after many rounds who ultimately won the prize of $ 1 00 1 and a golden mic. ■ Photo by Rachel O ' Donnell B 5 T Impressive moves were extended by junior breakdancer Jamie Visliotta r 1 at Student Organization Night, held Sm JB on the commons. The display of w m 5 uh it ' strength and flexibility seemed to L. H Bw interest many who signed up for the ■Wa — . - vl 5 5 B B - ■ a club. ■ Phofo by Rachel O ' Donnell Garmirian in the spring of 1 997 with assistance from ]osh Rosenthal. The Breakdance website described the club as guys and girls gettin ' together to work on some floor moves, freestyle some lyrics, and be cold-chilln. The website also said they ' d be sweatin ' to the new and old school flava, learning new moves, and training students in the early stages of the boogaloo and breakin poppin , turning them intojedi flair-kickin ' fools. The group tried to keep the ideal of finding good vibes through fitness, music, and wherever else it could be found. In addition to overseeing Circles and holding practices twice a week, the Breakdance Club also served the Harrisonburg community. Wilcox said that the club taught kids at the Mercy House homeless shelter how to breakdance. We also went to local youth groups and did similar activities, stressing the importance of staying in school and getting a good education, he added. The breakdancers put the same energy into serving the community as they put into their dancing. ■ there was awesome energy from everyone who was there. . senior devin beasley circles 97 thegreat debate J the great ftp cS2 i£c z ■c auye.v ■H vs. ft %£ x 7 % d The marijuana leaf shaped signs were just one of the unique forms of advertisment put out by University Program Board of the upcoming event. m Photo by Morgan Riehl 98 features Robert Stutman provides various evidence to the audience of why marijuana is hazardous to one ' s health. Both panelists made strong and valid arguments without personally attacking one another. ■ Photo by Morgan Riehl Steve Hagar, Editor-in-Chief of High Times magazine, speaks passionately on his view regarding marijuana. ■ Photo by Morgan Riehl Cannabis is part of the culture, it is our sacrament and we are never going to give it up. .steve hagar editor in chief, High Times I • I I Students gathered on October seventh at Wilson Hall and tilled the auditorium to hear two experts express their opinions on the Great Debate: the legalization of marijuana. The Heads vs. Feds debate began with moderator Communications Professor Pete Bsumek introducing the two panelists. Bsumek explained the topic of the debate and defined the expected atmosphere. The two panelists were Steve Hagar, the editor-in-chief of High Times magazine, on the side of the heads; and former Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) agent Robert Stutman, on the side of the feds. The format of the debate consisted of each panelist speaking for 12 to 15 minutes and then opening the floor for questions from the audience for 45 minutes. The debate, which was sponsored by the University Program Board, attracted hundreds of students who formed a line across the Quad an hour before the debate started. Students flocked to the debate to witness the two marijuana experts with opposite views, and to educate themselves about marijuana, a substance long connected with college life. Hager and Stutman often debate each other, especially at colleges. Although they have completely opposite views on marijuana legalization, they respect each other and are actually good friends. Hagar, representing the heads position, was a well- respected marijuana expert, as well as editor-in-chief of High Times Magazine. In the debate, Hagar listed and described five main reasons why he felt marijuana should be legalized. First, he pointed out that the marijuana flower can be a (Continued on p. 100) heads vs. feds 99 Itheg rea tdebatel (cont.fromp.99) good medicine to treat diseases and medical disorders. It will not cure diseases, but can help a great deal. He argued that the health system ignored the medical benefits of marijuana while giving kids toxic addictive drugs such as Prozac, Paxil and Ritalin, making a profit for the health industry and pharmaceutical companies. Therefore, Hagar felt that the health companies did not want to patent marijuana as a medicine because it would interrupt the flow of profit that currently legal drugs generate. Secondly, Hagar explained that the stock and seeds of marijuana can be used to make 50,000 different consumer items such as clothes and paper. Hemp paper can be made naturally and does not kill trees, unlike current paper mills which destroy forests and pollute the air. Hagar felt that making marijuana illegal added to the corruption of the United States ' prison system, the largest in the world. Hagar stated that 400,000 people are sent to prison because of marijuana and more people are arrested for marijuana than for any other crime. Hagar also pointed out that if marijuana were legal, there would not be so much corruption in the war on drugs. Marijuana would not be as expensive and would not lead to as much violence as it does today. Lastly, Hagar appealed to his belief that cannabis was significant in his culture and spirituality. Cannabis is part of the culture. It is our sacrament and we are never going to give it up, Hagar asserted. Stutman then stepped up to the microphone and gave his opposing argument on why marijuana should continue to be an illegal substance. Stutman, a former member of the DEA, based his argument on medical facts rather than personal beliefs. He first argued that although marijuana could be an effective medicine for a few people, it would never be good for all people. Stutman said that according to the American Medical Association, marijuana is five times as carcinogenic as tobacco. Just because marijuana is natural does not make it good, Stutman stated. He provided the audience with facts to show how marijuana is dangerous to one ' s health. Stutman said that marijuana does, in fact, cause dependence, and teenagers use marijuana more than any other drug. Marijuana also causes cancers of the mouth, throat and lung. In response to Hagar ' s argument that marijuana can treat AIDS patients, Stutman argued that marijuana use actually doubled the speed of death of AIDS patients. Lastly, Stutman argued that there would be far more users of marijuana if it were legalized. He suggested that marijuana use was also hazardous because, like alcohol, it decreases depth perception and lessens pressure on optic nerves, which leads to the danger of driving while smoking. After each panelist made their opening statement, students were allowed to come up to the microphone and pose questions. The majority of the audience sided with Hagar and favored the legalization of marijuana. The debate became heated at times but was never out of control. Freshman Valerie Mahr said, Steve [Hagar] presented a lot of credible information, but I hated how [Stutman] began with ' you ' ll never hear us personally attack each other ' yet he followed with degrading, demeaning remarks towards [Hagar] in order to kill his credibility. Others felt that Stutman made a more convincing argument. Freshman Justin Knighten said that, both sides made good arguments, however the ' head ' tended to use more opinions than facts. Most students felt that both panelists made valid points and made the debate a worthwhile event. ■ 100 features V li l 5 tefoji HW jte .% ▼.. •- If T) ' . Over one thousand students spilled into Wilson Hall to hear the debate concerning the legalization of marijuana. ■ Photo by Morgan Riehl heads vs. feds 101 Editor, senior Jeanine Gajewski reads over the drafts that are going in that week ' s deadline. Extensive revising and editing were done in order to complete each issue. ■ Photo by Jess Hanebury On production day, senior Rachelle Lacroix chooses the best photo for the front page. Photo editors assigned, took, and choose photos. ■ Photo by Jess Hanebury Working together on a layout, Kevin Mar and Kyra Papafil decide whereto place the graphics and copy. Teamwork was a main factor in producing such a demanding publication. ■ Photo by Jess Hanebury 102 features the twice weekly paper blew students and faculty away Running a nationally recognized college newspaper was no easy task. But, twice a week the Breeze staff worked hard to uphold the reputation they had created for themselves. All their energy was poured into a publication that won the Mark of Excellence (MOE) award from the Society of Professional Journalists for two consecutive years. The award recognized the best non-daily college newspaper in the country. Perhaps just as rewarding was the knowledge ol the student body ' s anticipation of receiving the latest issue. On the days that The Breeze was distributed, it was a common sight to find scores of students reading the paper, whether on buses, in the dining halls, or in classrooms. With a circulation of 1 0,000 and a readership of 22,000, the Breeze found great support Irom the college community. According to a 2002 survey conducted bv the university ' s Center for Entrepreneurship, over 93 percent or students read The Breeze at least once a month. Also, more than 38 percent read even- issue of The Breeze, the survey stated. Working for the Breeze gave students a feeling of purpose and also practical experience. Clingenpeel initially considered dropping out or college after his freshman year, as he round was his classes uninteresting. The following summer it occurred to him to try his hand at sports writing, combining his love of sports and his abilities as a writer. The first day or classes sophomore vear, I went down and took a storv lor the sports section and I haven ' t been able to escape from Anthonv-Seeger ' s basement since then. Clingenpeel successfully applied for the Assistant Sports Editor position the following Spring, before advancing to Sports Editor the year after that, and then as Managing Edit or this past vear. To spend the kind of hours down there that we do, you have to love it, Clingenpeel said. That ' s the only way you ' d be able to make the kind of sacrifices that all the editors make. Toiling away hours on end in such close quarters, it was not unexpected that The Breeze staff would form close bonds with one another. I love the Breeze staff. While the office is a professional environment and everybody respects the hierarchy of authority, outside the office we can be friends, said Editor- in-Chief Jeanine Gajewski We love playing jokes on each other. Senior Travis Clingenpeel makes the final revisions on the layouts. Making these revisions was a critical task in order to get the job done right. ■ Photo by Jess Hanebury but at the same time, when there is work to be done, it gets done. The close connections were not disrupted even when staffers inevitably graduated from the university. Gajewski added, I still keep in touch with several of the people from last year ' s staff who have graduated and are now at grad school or working. An added bonus is that previous staff members form a network through which we learn about job and internship opportunities. Junior Drew Wilson also formed a tight kinship with his fellow staff during his time at The Breeze. The people I work with have become like a second family to me, he said, It makes tor a great working environment. As the seemingly endless production of The Breeze dominated the lives of its editors, they in turn developed strong feelings about their creation. Once you ' re on staff, it really can consume a lot of vour life, but I don ' t regret it, said news editor Khalil Garriott. We put out such a high quality product on londays and Thursdays that it ' s definitely worth it. Newspaper journalism is what I want to do after college, so I love what I do. For Gajewski, managing The Breeze was like running a small business, from controlling conflicts, to evaluating the budget, to keeping staff morale high. Our writers and photographers win awards and honors even ' year, and I am proud to be associated with a nationally award-winning publication. Summing up her experience, Gajewski added, While it is easy to dwell on mistakes and worn 1 about what we should have done or could have done better, I always remind myself that I am luckv to be a part of such an excellent publication. ! publications 103 cu A, j 7p £ Glen ' s Celebrates 50th Anniversary The first issue of Curio, a student-produced, community feature magazine, was published in 1978. Twenty-five years later, the publication had first-place finishes for overall excellence in three different national college press competitions including one sponsored bv the Society of Professional Journalists. Dr. David Wendelken, SMAD professor and adviser to Curio, said the publication was created as a special project in his feature writing class for two main reasons. First, my students were writing some really good features about the community but thev couldn ' t get them published in the student newspaper. Second, another campus publication would give more students a chance to be in charge of a major project and develop their leadership skills. With an inexpensive 32-page first issue that sold enough ads to pay for printing costs, copies of Curio were given away on campus. Wendelken decided to incorporate Curio as part of a regularly offered class in 1979. The class, called Feature Magazine Production, was offered to SMAD majors. From 1979 to 1983, Curio came out twice a year and was published annually since then. The production of Curio was in no way an easy task. With the start of each class in the spring, students looked for feature ideas on history, religion, animals, volunteerism, travel, dining, and local or regional personalities. Students then narrowed down their ideas to a dozen or so with the most promise. During its early years Curio was funded entirely from ad sales and single copy sales, Wendelken explained. By our second year we were on newsstands in five counties and had very strong sales. In our third year we sold almost 3,000 copies, which was truly amazing. When ad sales and distribution began to take too much effort. Curio workers began to look for other sources of income for curio the publication. They found funding through support from the School of Media Arts and Design as well as the distribution of Madison 101 in cooperation with The Breeze. Equipment purchases were funded with donations from alumni and others. Curio was distributed to all (acuity members and administrators, and offered in several stores and libraries in the surrounding areas, geared mainly toward adult readers in the central Shenendoah Valley. For the students it ' s a chance to showcase their talents and produce a professional quality magazine tor their portfolios, remarked Wendelken. More than that, it ' s a celebration of community, a way to capture the people and places that represent a cross-section of the values of rural living. Wendelken stressed the benefits of Curio being produced as part of a class. One of the nice things about Curio is that it gives the students time to plan, Wendelken said. With the newspaper there ' s often little time for planning and revision because of the pressure of regular deadlines. I tell the students that this is one of the tew instances when thev will have the time to produce their very best work. I ' ve been fortunate to have a lot of great students who are truly committed to quality work, Wendelken remarked. It seems as if each staff wants to do better than the previous staff and that can be quite a challenge. ! 104 features c SUMMER 1992 12-00 THE VALLEY MAGAZINE URIO Valley Vets Remember D-Day Op Shop: Putting The Pieces Together Andre Viette ' s Green Thumb Past issues of Curio, from left to right: 1985, 1991, 1992, 1994. Dr. David Wendleken, advisor of the student produced magazine Curio, looks back over past issues for inspiration. Curio is a magazine published by SMAD students once a year. • Photo by Jenny Brockwell publications 105 {taxicabconfessional} confessional Harrisonburg cab drivers provide their opinion of student life Driver Holly Mitchell sits in her cab. She drove for Yellow Cab of Harrisonburg, Virginia. ■ Photo by Morgan Riehl Aiter eight years of experience with Yellow Cab in Harrisonburg, Musa Sved has learned a thing or two about the students at this university. On a cold and clear night I met with Syed and his friend Holly Mitchell, a driver of two years, for an interview. Through our conversation, I learned a few bits of information about my fellow Dukes: we are creative and appreciative, we have tun and we like to talk, but most of all we are young and we are generous. The majority of Yellow Cab ' s business resulted from university students. On the busiest days, Thursday through Saturday, more than 95 percent of business was from students. It worked out well, according to Syed and Mitchell. All the cab drivers like to pick up students over locals because it ' s more tun. they said. Not only were students entertaining, they were friendly and they tipped better as well. Syed enjoyed seeing the same students over their four-year stay in college, during which time he got to know them pretty well. Said Syed, What helps me a lot is that I have been driving tor eight years. Everyone knows me, and they come back after four years and ask about me. It ' s kind ot emotional for me when they leave. As cabdrivers, both Syed and Mitchell learned that not everything they encountered was included in their contracts. For example, on more than one occasion they broadened their work experience to that of psychiatrist, doctor and friend. They ask advice about dates, boys, sex, alcohol, anything that can be asked, we ' ve heard it, said Mitchell. Syed said, It ' s a very good i atmosphere, with friendly students who have lots to say. They talk about everything: life, school, dates, everything. Students were also ready to voice opinions on music preferences. They say, ' we ' re not old folks, let ' s change the music, Mitchell said. Since Syed and Mitchell were in contact with students so much, they had a handle on what was going on as far as night lite. We know about the frats and can answer questions people have about them. We also know when thev and other people are having parties. Sometimes students will call the cab company to find out where the parties are, said Syed. Almost synonymous with taxicabs were tunny stories and interesting people. The Syed-Mitchell experience was no different. Last year an IAE (Sigma Alpha Epsilon) member called to ask for a ride to his house next door because it was ' too 1 06 features cold ' and he didn ' t want to walk, said Mitchell. The most anusual call I had was from someone who wanted me to come sick up a key and deliver it to someone who had gotten locked jut of their car , said Mitchell, who had never played the part of :ourier before. Even though Yellow Cab services was exclusive to Harrisonburg and local areas, Mitchell once received a call from H former passenger, all the way from the state or Delaware. I he itudent said he was at a bar and his ride hadn ' t shown up. He wanted to know if I would come pick him up and take him to the next bar. His view was, ' it ' s only five hours away, she said. Both drivers were enthusiastic when asked how they liked their job. It ' s the most interesting job because you never know what ' s going to happen. It ' s never the same thing twice, said Mitchell. In addition, Mitchell said, I like the fact that [the students] are so young. The fact that we are constantly around [them] makes us feel young again. They also expressed some feelings of protectiveness. When you pick them up they don ' t forget you no matter what, even it they are intoxicated. They know that when thev are with you it will be okay, she said. The students were also very appreciative of the cab service. They are giving us business, but they are still thankful for the service we provide, Syed added. Just as the students were loval to their cab service and cab drivers, so were those who provided that service. I won ' t drive anywhere else but Yellow Cab at JMU, said Syed. ■ e.i ftzx.-yL. Taxis sit covered in ice at the cab loading station. Weekends were the busiest time for cab drivers. ■ Phofo by Morgan Riehl Cab driver Musa Syed gives us a an inside look of his cab. He has been driving students for eight years. ■ Photo by Morgan Riehl ) ■ [ jfM I ■ «™ Jr j k v. M taxi cab confessional 107 -[changingthesceneiyf Transforming from a faculty parking lot in front of Godwin, to a brand new bookstore, the construction began in Spring 2002. The two story building was expected to be completed before the end of the fall semester. ■ Photos by Rachel O ' Donnell and Jenny Brockwell 108 features i- cnanging escenery from classes to buying books to J hanging out, new improvements on campus were made left and right tii When students returned to campus this hill, it wasn ' t just the leaves that were changing. Two new buildings, the Studio Center for The School of Art and Art History and the new bookstore had sprung up over the summer. As well as a new student hang out called [Mads, located in the College Center. The new additions added to the ever-changing facade of campus. Many people living on the east side of campus felt far removed from the rest of the school. The addition of JMads, a sports-focused s tudent leisure space, to the College Center helped to alleviate some of those feelings. JMads featured pool tables, foosbaJl, electronic darts, a big screen television with Playstation 2, satellite sports network on multiple televisions, computers with internet access and many comfortable chairs and beanbags. JMads was created tor several reasons, said Derek Dye, director of College Center. First, to make effective use of existing space that was not being used, and secondly, to provide leisure recreational type space for students, primarily those on the east side of campus. Although still a work in progress, JMads received much positive feedback from students. JMads is great because unlike Taylor Down Under, there are tree pool tables, said freshman Steve Burden. It gives me something to do besides labs. Freshman Chris Ryan added The big screen TV and purple beanbag chairs are sweet. (Continued on p.lW) construction on campus 109 -[ inthesceneiy]- (Cont.fromp.W9) This is a good change, said senior Lina Ciarleglio. There was nothing like this on campus when I was a freshman. It ' s a good place for students to come and hang out. Junior Rachel Jacobs agreed, It definitely adds something to this side of campus. On the opposite side of campus, across South Main Street sat The Studio Center, the new building for the School of Art and Art Historv. A new building was very necessary, said Director and Professor of Art, Dr. Cole Welter. We basically didn ' t have one up until this vear as all our facilities were scattered around campus. The facilities we did have were unsafe, unheal thy, not of good size for the students, provided no natural lighting, and oftentimes were hard to get to around campus. These problems were all resolved with the completion of the Studio Center. The structure was originally an old 1940s warehouse used commerciallv. The university leased the building for ten years and renovated it to create the new haven for art students. This is actually just an interim solution for the next ten years until we can get the proper funding for a completely new building, said Dr. Welter. Despite some drawbacks, such as being located off campus, the Center received mostlv positive feedback. The new art center is great because its always open to students and provides the perfect environment to get things done, said sophomore Emily Vuono. The change from the old facilities to now is like night and day, commented Dr. Welter. Now we have one building designed totallv to meet our needs and all of the majors can be together instead of scattered across campus. Students learn from students, so it improves social and educational needs. One of the biggest additions to campus was the construction of the new bookstore. Located in front of Godwin Hall, the bookstore occupied a centralized location that made it accessible to students from both sides of campus. The whole reason for building this bookstore was reallv to keep everything under one roof. Before, during book rush, we had to occupv PC Ballroom just to fit everything in. Now, we are able to do it all in one building, said bookstore director John Rheault. The old bookstore was 5,000 square feet whereas the new bookstore is The Studio Center is across South Main Street and offers students a better environment. This building was a necessary addition for the school of Art Art History. • Photo by Rachel O ' Donnell 110 features t£ 28,000 square feet. Obviously, this provides us with much more ;pace, allowing us to offer everything to the community, not ust the basics. The new bookstore featured two levels. The first floor was filled with a wide selection of clothing and gifts, as well as an extended selection of magazines and music. The second floor held textbooks, school supplies and computers. A study alcove was on the second floor as well, complete with internet-readv hookups. ith all the extra room, we will be able to keep books in stock longer as well as cross-merchandise, which was never possible in the old bookstore, said John Rheault. Metered parking spaces in front of the bookstore made it possible for commuters to park close and get in and out quickly. Many off-campus students told us that they bought their books more from the Outpost bookstore just because the bookstore on campus was so inaccessible, said Rheault. Hopefully, these metered parking spaces should alleviate that. These additions to campus helped the university provide for the growing student bodv in new and better ways. ■ JMAD ' s is great because unlike TDU, there are free pool tables. It gives me something to do besides labs w Making up the new JMAD lounge, a new pool table, computers, TVs.andafoosball table have been added to the college center. JMADs quickly became popular for those living on the east side of campus. ■ Photos by Jenny Brockwell construction on campus 111 -[jump, wail]- put your right foot in, put your right foot out, grab your partner, twist and shout They were strong and athletic, yet graceful and agile. Their prowess and skill delighted spectators, but they were more than willing to instruct others in the ways of their craft. The men and women of the Swing Dance Club loved what they did, and the commitment they had for their sport helped interest in the club soar with an influx of new members. The Swing Dance Club originally began in the mid- 1 990s, but fell apart when the founders graduated. It was revived again in Fall 2000 when alumnus Scott Kelly taught others, including the current club officers, the ins and outs of swing dancing.The club met twice a week for a beginner lesson and once a week tor the smaller advanced group. Lessons took place in the Festival and lasted several hours. A review of the prior week ' s dance lesson always took place half an hour before the official meeting time. The sessions proved invaluable for those who either missed the last lesson or needed some fine-tuning of their dance steps. Upon the conclusion of the regular meetings, there was an open dance period where students could stay and continue to work with the instructors on the moves thev had just learned. The friendly swing dance instructors were helpful and eager to teach their enthusiastic students. Club president Jessica Simpson cited the many benefits to joining the group and experiencing swing. (Continued on p. 11 4) Practicing in Festival, club members show off their swing skills. The Swing Club was a fun way to learn some new moves. Photo by Jess Hanebury mm jump, Jive, wail 112 features A C Getting into the groove, students practice in front of the Swing Club.The club advertised through mini performances during Student Organizations Night and on the Commons. Photo by Jess Hanbury Displaying some fancy footwork and some fancy shoes, club members perfect the sidestep. Part of the fun of the Swing Dance Club were the bi- monthly trips to swing performances. • Photo by Rachel O ' Donnell swing dance club 113 {jump, wail]- Demonstrating for the class, instructors present a standard swing move step by step. The Swing Dance Club had been at the university since the 1990s.m Photo by Jess Hanebury Side kicking, students get used to each other as swing partners.The Swing Dance Club held a performance in PC Ballroom in November. -■ Photo by Jess Hanebury (Cont.fromp.il 2) Swing dancing, sometimes referred to as lindy hopping, is a great way to meet great people and have fun. Simpson also found personal fulfillment in her years with the Swing Club. I love to dance so much that my non-dance friends never see me. The people that I meet dancing all have something I love as a common interest and I ' ve met people with extremely different backgrounds who have all come to love lindy hop. Swing dance instructor and club secretary junior Brittany Holbrook started swing her freshman year and became immediately hooked. Swing Dance Club is a very positive setting for students interested in learning to swing dance, she said. The kids involved with swing are super-friendly and always eager to welcome fellow students into the group. For Holbrook, swing was a welcome distraction from the demanding rigors of college life. Swing dancing is my escape from the stress and strain of the college semester! she said. I love coming to Swing Club because I know I will always have a good time. There is constant laughing and goofing off. Holbrook added, I can work off any steam or distress by getting out on the dance floor for just a few dances. itr- :.:-■:-• minuin my of hin W li He ! fawsmno jhmt the bea Itptbt ikffluiy si put on irinu iiy, lk [ Iran nbioobsei 114 features M orBrin j I Club dance instructor junior Erik Harper also had a deep assion for swing dance that developed when he gave the group i try his freshman year. Describing the meaning that swing dance tad for him, Harper said, It is a way for me to get exercise, naintain my social life, and to just have the most fun. No other ictivitv I ' ve done can even compare with swing dancing in terms )f fun and fulfillment in my life. Harper concluded, It has lefinitely shaped me as a person and changed me significantly. Holbrook and Harper ' s devotion to swing went beyond he club as they teamed up together in various shows and lemonstrations. Brittany and I have been official partners since ibout the beginning of last year, Harper said. Since freshman ' ear we have done exhibitions in different places like her sister ' s :lementary school, and a variety show called Fairfax Follies ' ut on annually by Lord Fairfax Community College. Harper idded, I hope to travel all around the country and dance after ollege. According to Holbrook, the club attempted to make trips it least twice a month to Washington D.C. or Charlottesville in srder to observe and take part in swing dances. In addition, the members made a trip on October 4, to the Ballroom in Chew Chase, Maryland. There, they had the opportunity- to dance to the sounds or The Artie Shaw Band. This band is awesome and Chew Chase has the best dance floor around, Holbrook said. Aside from excursions off campus to go swing dancing, the club also hosted its very own dance on November 8 in the PC Ballroom. It was a chance for the members to demonstrate the culmination of their hard work and practice over the course of the semester. Holbrook called it a great opportunity to mingle with people from all over the Valley. Of the swing dance members, Holbrook said, Our club has a wide variety of students with a broad range of interests. That makes it so easy to fit in and feel at home. One of many new members this past year was freshman Patti Birdsong. I was looking through the Things To Do AtJMU guide and saw the Swing Dance Club, she said. It was something I alwavs wanted to do so I decided to go out tor it. Junior Laura Anderson was also very enthusiastic about the club. I came out because I take a folk dance class and so naturally I thought Id trv swing, she said. I love swing and I just want to have fun here. ■ Practing in unison, members of the Swing Dance Club learn basic foot movements and coordination before the fun flips and turns can be learned. The beginning group met twice a week for instruction. mPhotoby Jess Hanebury swing dance club 115 {sisterswithVOices ] sisters . withvoices members of the association of women in communicatior took advantage of their new club which was founded in the fall Signing up to help with fundraising, senior Cragin decides what she wants to do at the concession stand. Many events such as baseball games, helped the organization make money. Photo by Jess Hanebury ti UiU 116 features •- mi I L a c 1 fc €- ZX-f ifal Being the new kid at school is tough. Sometimes it is bard to find a place to fit in. As a new club on campus, the Association for Women in Communication (AWC) struggled to find its place in the college community during its first year. AWC, formally accepted in February 2002, found its niche among majors in the School of Media Arts and Design (SMAD), Communication Studies (SCOM) and Marketing. AWC emerged as a college branch of a large national organization whose mission was to champion the advancement of women across all communications disciplines by recognizing excellence, promoting leadership and positioning its members at the forefront of the evolving communications era, according to their website at www.womcom.org. According to the national website, the goals of AWC were o promote the advancement of women in all fields of ommunication, work for their first amendment rights, recognize [distinguished professional achievements and promote high professional standards through communication. AWC was founded in 1909 at the University of Washington as a women ' s journalism fraternity, Theta Sigma Phi. It evolved from a fraternity into a communication network with 7,500 members ranging from the ages of 18 to 90, and more than 60 chapters nationwide. In a school surrounded by business fraternities, psychology and pre-law clubs, AWC was the first club geared toward students in the fields of communication. We all saw the market niche in the school since we were without a professionally focused group, said senior Vice President Rachael Pierson. In a field where communication and networking is the key principle, we needed something to take us the extra step. SMAD professor Dr. Joanne Holman initiated the idea of forming a chapter at this university. She was the advisor for Purdue ' s AWC and thought a chapter would be successful here, said president, senior Ashley Walkley. (Continued onp.l 18) Conversing with others at the Student Organization night, seniors Jennifer Valle and Rachel Pierson encourage students to join this new organization that had offered many opportunities. ■ Photo by Rachel O ' Donnell association of women in communication 117 [sisterswith }■ (Cont.fromp.117)The organization had to work hard to be accepted by the national chapter in order to become an official branch of the AWC. Bringing this organization to fulfill the national requirements and standards is quite a task, we were always trying to catch up with something, said Pierson. The group started with eight founding members and an advisor. Then they began to advertise through fliers and word of mouth in their classes. There are so many organizations on campus and so many events going on each week, its hard to convince students that our meetings and programs are the ones they should attend, said secretary, senior Jennifer Valle. However we had some really great speakers and workshops with good attendance. In its first year, AWC did well for itself, having followed the principles of the organization and worked hard to accomplish its goals. They held lectures such as Top Five to Survive and hosted panels of SMAD, SCOM, and Marketing professors. According to Walkley, the chapter also encouraged participation in career fairs, mock interviews, resume-building activities and internship clinics. We also worked with the First Amendment Center in Nashville, Tennessee, and Laubach Literacy on literacy enhancement programs, said Pierson. Since most students did not get into SMAD or SCOM until their sophomore year, the group greatly consisted of third and fourth year students. But we would like to see more involvement from first and second year students, said Walkley. The first Monday of each month, members met for club events such as resume workshops and lectures. Club meetings were also held every third Monday of the month to take care of business issues. Newsletters were circulated to keep members informed of upcoming events sponsored bv AWC or other events members may have found interesting. While the AWC was mostly directed towards students majoring in the communication field, Walkley promised that everyone could benefit from many or the programs we sponsor. With such a successful start, AWC seemed to have a bright future. We hope to build up our membership and soon make this one of the most active organizations on campus. Valle said. ■ was high students from OM, SMAD, and business. Photo by Jess Hanebury A 118 features Alumnus Marcus Seiler spoke at an AWC event to help students put their resumes and portfolios online. Seiler worked for CommerceOne Global Services and provided many helpful tips to the group. ■ Photo by Jess Hanebury Vice President, senior instructs members on the procedures of certain upcoming events. The club helped advance the opportunities and knowledge of women in the communications field. ■ Photo by Jess Hanebury association of women in communication 119 ■{a ttvaffair]- 120 features a community improving the relationship jj J between students and the 1 I I f% i f Harrisonburg community aAia11 The newly-created SGA community affairs committee was dedicated to improving the relationship between members of the university community and the Harrisonburg community. The committee was formed two years ago by Chris Fortier because he recognized the need for a better student- community relationship and thought the SGA would be the best place to start. The committee worked hard to come up with new- ideas that would strengthen the relationship between the students and the Harrisonburg residents. The mission statement was to strengthen the Harrisonburg and university relationship, by opening the lines of communication and develop a working relationship with city officials. Sophomore Jenny Brockwell, chairman of the community affairs committee, worked especially hard to increase students ' interactions with Harrisonburg residents. I care a lot about communities and the JMU and Harrisonburg relationship, she explained. Brockwell devoted many hours to help her committee come up with new ways to interact with the community. On September 24th, Brockwell spoke at the city council meeting on behalf of her committee, describing the need for an improvement in the relationship between the two communities. We need each other and need to work together to improve our relationship. I believe that the biggest way we can improve our relationship is bv opening the lines of communication. Another community affairs project was the Madison Challenge, a club and organizations food drive competition. SGA received 1,507 canned goods and nonperishable foods to be donated to those in need in Harrisonburg. Half of the floor of the SGA office was covered in bags and boxes of food! Brockwell exclaimed. The committee also worked on a project in conjunction with UPB, a movie on Court Square. Thev planned an outdoor family movie where people could bring blankets and lawn chairs to watch a family movie. We always have events on campus, but sometimes there seems to be an invisible wall that separates JMU and Harrisonburg and residents are apprehensive about coming. So it will be an outreach project, in a way, Brockwell explained. Members of the community felt that the committee helped improve the relationship between the university and local residents. City planner Keith Markel, a 2000 graduate who interacted with the Brockwell and the committee, felt that many times it is easy for the non-student community to look at the student population as one big blur that is isolated from the rest of the city. Having student leaders in the Community Affairs Committee helps to put a face on the student population Harrisonburg Mayor Joe Fitzgerald also expressed that there was much need tor an improvement in the relationship between the two communities. A little more awareness of students of the community - and of year-round residents can be an asset for the community, he stated. A lot of students make a lot of contributions to the community already by volunteering; [the community affairs committee] can only make things better. Markel revealed that with the addition of this new SGA committee, he had much hope for the future concerning interactions between school and city. My hope is that the committee members will be able to interact with local citizens and organizations to bring about a stronger sense of community and understanding, he explained. We have been missing a great opportunity to feed off of the strengths of one another for too long. Both the permanent residents and the University- population have so much to offer each other, Markel concluded. ■ SGA 121 [crossing tracks} it i would Students walk across and down the train tracks. The tracks were a unique feature that cut through the university. . Photo by Morgan Riehl A professor crosses the tracks despite the approaching train. People often would rush to get across the tracks. ■ Photo by Morgan Riehl miss the rain if it was gone sophomore amanda stokes 122 features crossing he tracks You ' ve slept in and are about to be incredibly late for your first class. You are running to your class as fast as you can when a horrible sound jars your ears. The panting breaths of others late to class? No, worse than that. The splintering sound of breaking glass and crunching metal of a car accident? No, even worse. As you run faster, you hear the now all-too-familiar sound again: a train whistle. While some people may find this sound unremarkable, perhaps even melodic, to you, it is practically a death sentence. You begin to run as hard as you possibly can in hopes or beating the train and making it across the tracks towards freedom (ok, so maybe just to your class) but your efforts prove in vain as the dreaded striped bars begin to lower and the red lights begin to flash, crushing all hopes of making it to class even remotely on time. To many students, the above recollection is an all-too- familiar plight. The train can be really annoying when I get stuck waiting for it when I ' m running to class or, even worse when the whistle wakes me up in the morning, said sophomore Lauren Slack. The train often times posed so much of a hassle than a proposal was brought up to re-route the trains around the campus. However, according to Steve Knickrehm, the assistant vice president of resource planning, Trains will be running through campus for the foreseeable future. There was some discussion by the City Council last spring concerning a plan to reroute the trains around Harrisonburg and abandon the existing railroad right-of-way. That plan did not go anywhere, however, due to lack of support by Rockingham County. I would miss the train if it was gone, said sophomore Amanda Stokes. I like seeing and hearing the train run through campus because it ' s hilarious to watch people run when they hear the train whistle so they can get across the tracks in time. Despite the hassle or having a railroad running through campus, the train was an important part of the school ' s long history. The present railroad right-of-way was established in 1895 by the then Chesapeake and Western railroad, said Steve Knickrehm. Founded in 1908, the university at first was accessible for many only by train. According to Madison College: The First Fifty Years 1908-1958 by Raymond Dingledine, Jr., For most students living any distance from Harrisonburg, coming to [the DO NOT CROSb HROUGH STANDI OR MOVING TRAIN Q college] meant traveling by train. For students traveling from different parts of Virginia, arriving in Harrisonburg was usually an all-day affair consisting of many different train changes. According to Dingledine, a student leaving from Richmond at 8:00 a.m. would not arrive in Harrisonburg until around three in the afternoon; a trip from Norfolk took 12 hours by train. Without the train, however, the growth of the university would have been much slower. Students did not have to deal with the hassles of a train running through campus until 1952 when the then-President Miller purchased 240 acres of the Newman Farm, which included the railroad tracks. Since the trains have been around much longer than the campus, it is not so much the case that the campus has been modified to adapt to a new situation, said Steve Knickrehm. Instead, starting in the 1960s, we ' ve expanded the campus around the tracks. The existence of the tracks is surely a factor in how the campus has developed. As the campus continued to grow and expand over the last few decades, the train became a constant reminder of the past in the ever-changing world of today. Although the train can be really noisy and inconvenient at times, it adds a uniqueness to the university. It definitely added something to the school in mv mind when I was choosing colleges, said sophomore Julia Redden. Lauren Slack summed it up. The train has been such an integral part of our school ' s past. If it was gone, it would be like taking away a little piece of history. ■ A student waits for the train to go through campus.lt was not uncommon to be late to class from getting stuck on one side of the tracks. ■ Photo by Morgan Riehl train 123 {a adventure} History professor lectures to his students. Opala was cited for his expertise on West Africa and the tribes that moved from Sierra Leone to South Carolina and Georgia. ■ Photo courtesy of The Breeze Inside a small, comfortable office in the Hillcrest House sits one of the nation ' s most prominent researchers and historians in his field. Joseph A. Opala, adjunct professor in the history department, was one of the hidden gems on campus. An anthropologist and producer of two award-winning film documentaries, Opala was cited in several national media for his expertise in West African studies. He appeared on the CBS News program 60 Minutes II, and his work was also mentioned in The New York Times and The Washington Pos t. Cable news station, CNN also taped Opala for interviews in the past, and his research was the basis of two movies, The Language You Cry In (1998) and Family Across the Sea (1991). Over the years, Opala has explored the historical links between the Gullah people of South Carolina and Georgia, the Black Seminoles in Florida, Oklahoma, Alabama and Texas and the people of the Rice Coast of West Africa, especially those in Sierra Leone, where he lived for 1 7 years and taught for six. He studied their history of migration across two continents over 250 years by using history, linguistics, anthropology and archaeology. In the second halt of the 18th century, there was a significant slave trade connection between Sierra Leone and South Carolina, Opala said. During that period, South Carolina ' s prosperous economy was based largelv on rice agriculture, and since the English colonists had no prior experience with rice farming methods, local planters paid higher prices tor slaves from the rice-growing region of West Africa, called the Rice Coast. What I am arguing is that the role of Sierra Leone, in particular, py, ft n C- ' C ' a-t-i ci y a historical adventure 124 features in the South Carolina slave trade was much greater than historians have realized, Opala said, rolling up his shirt sleeves to the elbow. An offshoot or the Gullah people escaped from the rice plantations, fled south into the Florida wilderness, and set up their own independent villages. These Black Seminoles established an African frontier in Florida, Opala said. When American settlers began moving into the area, a full-scale war resulted, the greatest slave rebellion in the annals of American historv. Eventually, the Black Seminoles fought the U.S. Army to a standstill and instead of surrendering or being captured, won the right to migrate to the unsettled Western frontier, which became Oklahoma. Amazingly, older Black Seminole descendants in small communities in Oklahoma, Texas and Mexico still speak Gullah — 250 years after their ancestors escaped from the Carolina rice plantations, Opala said. Because of their unusual history, geographical isolation and strong community life, the Gullah have preserved more of their African language and cultural heritage than anv other black community in the United States. Why are these issues and people important today? Opala said one reason is because ... the story of the Black Seminoles will ultimately change all our perceptions of American history. In a story about the modern descendants of James Madison ' s slaves that appeared in the Spring 2001 edition of Montpelier, Opala said, ... The voices of African-Americans can alter the way we view American history. Black people have played such a powerful role in our national drama, in fact, that deleting their voices can only ensure that we distort history. Opala said raising awareness and asking questions are the driving forces behind his activism in spreading this information to Sierra Leone. I think the time will come when Sierra Leoneans will be quite proud that slaves coming largely from this country were able to preserve so much of their African culture in the [United States], he said in a May 19, 1986 article in West Africa magazine. Joanne Gabbin, director of the Honors Program, said she asked Opala to teach several courses for the Honors Program because of his wide knowledge in African studies and the Gullah culture. He has done some original research in the field and his films about the ' Gullah Connection ' are groundbreaking, Gabbin said. When a civil war reached Sierra Leone ' s capital city, Opala had to flee the country in the middle of the night on a fishing boat one step ahead of t he military coup leading the exile. The laid back, easy-going history professor said he was at a crossroads between staying in the United States and returning to his second home in West Africa, especially now that Sierra Leone is once again at peace. My heart wants me to go back, but this yeat is the first year I ' ve really felt at home here in the United States (after five years), Opala said. His commitment and passion for studying this topic won ' t diminish any time soon, he said. Several of his students agreed. He struck me as being extremelv knowledgeable and passionate about his work, said senior Cristen Crabtree, who took two of his Gullah Connection classes. He has given so much of his life to this one cause, and I think he has gained much from his experience as well. I am grateful for my experience with the Gullah that has largely been made possible by Joe Opala. I am excited to see where his work will take him, and where he will take his work, in the future, Crabtree said. Other students agreed, saying they benefited from his knowledge. An in-depth analysis on a certain region, in this case an extremelv important region in today ' s world, is very rewarding in understanding so many things about the world, Allak said. It is tough to find someone like him, so rich with worldly knowledge that very few professors have. Opala and his students visited the U.S. Park Service in December, presenting a plan for a historic trail that links together a number of West African, Gullah and Black Seminole historic sites. For five semesters, students in his classes worked on a 12vpage document connectiong the Gullah people with several American states and other countries. This endeavor was an example of how he has involved the university communitv in his research. I ' ve been trying to shake up the students ' historical worldview, get them to see that there is another way of looking at American history, but also get them involved in something that will actually make things happen, Opala said. If there ' s any one thing I ' d like my students to understand it ' s that we ' re all really just the same — Americans from all backgrounds and ethnic groups have made profound contributions to our history. ■ Joseph Opalc, adjunct history professor, poses in the Edith J. Carrier Arboretum. In his third year at the university, Opala taught honors courses and general education humanities classes. Photo courtesy of The Breeze Joseph opala 125 ■[the races]- th oxne Id Walking through the field in their sun dresses, students make sure they do not miss a minute of the races. Many sororities and fraternities from various colleges were present at the traditional event. Photo by Rachel O ' Donnell races And number six takes the lead as the jockeys round the final lap of the race. It looks as if Klassic Storm might pull through to win this one, the announcer relayed to the expectant crowd. The 25th anniversary of the Foxfield Races was held on Saturday, April 27th, in the beautiful area of Charlottesville, Virginia. As the gates opened around 1 0:30 that morning, crowds poured in from ail around Virginia and the Eastern Seaboard, filling the parking lots with caravans and charter buses. The biannual event was held in the countryside of Albemarle County the last Saturday of every April and September. Tent parties, picnics, and tailgate festivities were celebrated by spectators enjoying the atmosphere of the premier horse event. Though seating was limited, avid fans set up elaborate spreads of food and enjoyed socializing with friends while watching the races. Continued on p. 128) L t x-cA C a cfa e c. 126 features p Greeting everyone near the entrance, the Clydesdale horses welcome spectators to the Foxfield Races. The 25th anneversary of the races was held in Charlottesville, Virginia, r Photo by Rachel O ' Donnell foxfield 127 -[the races}- foxfield is a great time to hang out and relax with friends DCiOre the sti ss of finals week. senior ten carter (Com. from p. !26jBefore the races began, viewers watched the Celebrity Freestyle Dressage Exhibition presented by the Virginia Dressage Association. The six jockeys were dressed in various costumes, which were judged by a celebrity panel including Rita Mae Brown and Tim and Daphne Reid. All the profits from this performance benefitted fiindraising activities for the Christopher Reeve Paralysis Foundation to further spinal cord research. Following the exhibition, the World Famous Budweiser Clydesdales paraded around the track to celebrate the 25th Anniversary Awards Presentation. Past directors and community supporters were honored before the event got underway. The horses were saddled in the paddock before each race, where they were judged by three stewards who had the final say in all matters regarding the race. The National Steeplechase Association, (NSA), founded in 1895, was the governing body for horse racing in the United States. The NSA was based in Fair Hill, Maryland, where they took entries, approved officials and inspected courses. They also licensed all participants and kept official statistics. A different company or product, such as SunCom, Sprint, or Coca-Cola, sponsored each race. Betting was a popular form of competition lor the many spectators who enjoyed the thrill or horse racing. The official race programs provided spectators with all the necessary information for each race including sponsors, jockeys and their horses, and total money distributed. The race winner collected sixty percent of the total purse. Various shares were paid to those who finished second, third and fourth. The initiator of Foxfield, Mariann de Tejeda, wanted the event to contribute to the community in a positive way. Therefore, a corporate charity was traditionally assigned each spring and fall. The list of charities included organizations that helped raise money for various diseases and handicaps. The Foxfield grounds were dedicated in memory to their former owner and Virginia horseman Grover Vandevender, who envisioned the event with Tejeda. The first race was held in the spring of 1 978. The Foxfield event became a tradition for many in Central Virginia and neighboring towns. A day at the races provided horse enthusiasts with enjoyable entertainment, while allowing friends to socialize and learn more about racing. ■ 128 features Hats and flowing, spring dresses seem to be the appropriate attire of the day. Besides watching the races, students from various schools had a chance to socialize and catch up. Photo by Rachel O ' Donnell Devoted spectators gather around the track to watch the riders and their horses round the course.Tail-gating was the social event of the day as they watched the races. Photo by Melissa Bates Betting was a popular activity at the races for many spectators. There were many opportunities to pick a winning horse with the six races held that day. Photo by Melissa Bates foxfield 129 put up your UwQCot ! XOOt 130 features homecoming 131 132 features a d lr i oAiMm rf homecoming 133 134 features homecoming 135 $ i ■■■mk. i ; V ■Nttl £ 7£ fca- x ., e - e r Sf-stiAvs (j icw e ffi ' H mt wTmTTi±Tj X- ' ludacris Br w F i •Wt M l ■ 1 -  r « n fiH HI r m : ? 1 1 n [ ] H hmm concerts I 137 iTTTFYWH IJTElipTlTiMtmt HlHUIXV on the Pretty much ji Chris Hesse, when asked description also could describi second of October at the Convocation Center. Hesse, lead singer Doug Robb, bassist Markku Lappalainen, and guitarist Dan Estrin made up the band Hoobastank. Although ticket sales for the night ' s show appeared to be lacking, Hoobastank ' s performance was anything but. An earnest and roused audience response was all the band needed to enchant the crowd with intense guitar-driven melodies and a playful stage presence. Perhaps the most welcoming receptions came when Hoobastank performed Crawling in the Dark and Running Away, two hit tracks off their recent Island Records, self-titled debut album. Robb held his microphone out to the crowd to let them sing the enticing hook, So why are you running away. Descending the stage to let fans sing into the mic, I ' m crawling in the dark, looking for the answer, Robb slapped the hands of his fellow crowd surfers. The heavier ones usually are more gratifying to play, remarked Hesse with a small shake of the head and a twinge of a smile. I had a really good time at the concert but I was really disappointed at the amount of students that came out to see Hoobastank play, said senior Brook Glover. In spite of a less- than packed audience, students who did attend the concert seemed to agree the band appeared unfazed and that the show was hard- driven. Hoobastank ' s drummer rocked the house with hard beats and lots of energy, said senior Kerry Brown, who felt the backbone of Hoobastank ' s unwavering tempo was Hesse ' s performance on the drums. Apart from the several upbeat tracks off their most recent album, the band played a few songs off their first self- released album, They Sure Don ' t Make Basketball Shorts Like They Used To. The album took off worldwide in 1998 at shows, local retailers and most definitively online, giving Hoobastank a loyal and wide-spread fan base. Hoobastank toured with the band Incubus in 2001, and earlier this year in Europe. Upon returning from a Southeast Asia tour, Hesse said one benefit to being in the business is touring. Being able to travel, seeing a lot of places that most of my friends and family will probably never be able to see. I think that ' s the best thing, you get to see every pan of the world, he admitte d. But when asked what is ilie worse pan ol what he does, Hesse answered, Being away all the lime and traveling so nuch, with a wide grin and roll of the eyes. It ' s like the best :hing and the worse thing at the same time. One of the greatest things about touring is that you meet a lot of cool people, Hesse added. We toured with 311a few times and they are probably just the greatest band to tour with. All the guys are really nice, really down to earth. They ' re a lot of fun to be around. They ' re mellow, they know how to have a good time, and they have been doing it for a long time. Opening for the night ' s performance was Greenwheel, who was on Hoobastank ' s headlining tour, Hesse offered good advice for many of Harrisonburg ' s promising young bands. Just do what you like to do, try not to compromise, he said encouragingly. Play music because you like to play music, not because you just want the fame, because that rarely happens, he added. So what was next for Hoobastank? After this tour, we are just gonna do a few shows here and there, no tours, just weekend shows, just take a break and write another record, said Hesse. We ' ve been going strong, by the time this tour is over, for a year and a half. That ' s a long time to be on the road. Hesse commented on the size of the Convocation Center in relation to the number present: Smaller clubs are more intimate, it ' s hotter and sweatier, it ' s usually more of an intense show, said Hesse. At larger venues, you are reaching more people and it ' s usually not as intimate. Although the lack of audience turnout was substantial, so was the reception by fans who did attend. ■ Hoobastank bassist Mark Lappalainen plays during their performance of Crawling in the Dark. Lappalainen ' s unique middle name provided the name for the band. ■ Photo by Morgan Riehl 138 features ludacris Ludacris shows a little southern hospitality as he is interviewed backstage by WXJM. Ludacris was kind enough to pose with fans at the meet and greet backstage. ■ Photo by Melissa Bates Thousands of wondering eyes looked toward a dark stage. It remained unoccupied with the exception of a simple turntable that somehow seemed to transcend its lonely setting. Suddenly, hands and bows went up in flames, as the southern drawl of one of hip-hip ' s most high profile rappers enticed an eager crowd. Sound ridiculous? Well, it wasn ' t, it was Ludacris. The hip-hop phenomenon bounced onto the stage with members of his crew, Disturbing Tha Peace, close behind, sending an up-roar throughout the sold-out crowd of a grinning 3,283 faces. Known for his humorous, outlandish lyrics and pulsating beats that got your body moving, the Convocation Center was one of Ludacris ' first stops on the tour for his new album, Word ofMouf. Ludacris performed several tracks of the album, which had already gone platinum and marked his second release off of Def Jam South Records. It ' s my goal to make the kind of music that if there was no television, no radio, or no street teams, you ' d still know about my record. That ' s what Word of Mouf is all about, stated Ludacris on his official web site at www.ludacris.net . Ludacris certainly seemed to have achieved his grapevine goal, most students anticipated the performance date of the quirky rapper last spring along with his southern sliced thug appeal he was sure to bring with him. I ' ve always been the funn y dude in my crew, so I wanted to put that humor into my lyrics, Ludacris admitted on his web site. Ludacris performed hot-selling singles from his first album, Back for the First Time, which was released in 2000 and went double platinum. Tracks such as What ' s Your Fantasy and Southern Hospitality quickly gained the artist widespread popularity and spurred a lively response from the crowd. The crowd seemed to respond loudly, when Ludacris performed Area Codes and Roll Out (My Business), two more current tracks off of Word of Mouf which encompassed much of what the rapper ' s humor was all about. This song is for those rumor starters, Ludacris talked about on his web site Roll Out, a song that pokes fun at the ridiculousness and the extent of the curiosity of his fans. Ludacris also had a good time poking fun at the mostly white audience, saying at one point during the night how he felt he was at an Outkast concert. A highlight of the evening came from DJ Jaycee of the Disturbing Tha Peace crew. Igniting a series of gasps and applause, Jaycee impressed students by taking off his Wilt Chamberlain jersey and then his undershirt while still spinning records. The seemingly nasty but talented Shawna of the Disturbing Tha Peace crew also turned heads when she introduced Ludacris ' performance of Missy Elliot ' s One Minute Man. Ludacris also performed his verses in Lil Jon ' s Bia Bia and Camron ' s What Means the World to You. The band 2 Skinnee J ' s opened for Ludacris and maintained the interest of an anxious crowd. The band ' s distinctive sound, good personalities, and white suit shirts with cut off sleeves and ties brought a different, but refreshing spin to the regularly intense environment of a hip-hop concert. ■ concerts 1 39 wlFQiBtraBgi ©®aDBG0@[ra M Virginia Coalition plays to an enthusiastic crowd in Wilson Hall. They provided a variety of sounds that made their music all their own. ■ Photo by Rachel O ' DonneW Students from Music Industry (MUI) 422 and SMAD 304 hosted Virginia Coalition in concert on Sunday March 24, 2002. The students were responsible for the process from start to finish. They handle everything... they act like a program board, said Chris Stup, instructor of both MUI422 and SMAD304. The event was planned, organization, promoted and executed by students in these two classes. This was the first time the class was offered in the spring. Because funding for the class project was provided for the fall semester, the spring had less money to work with. The two classes produced a professional music video and audio CD for Virginia Coalition, asking the band to reduce the performance cost in return. Virginia Coalition agreed, so the students produced the first live CD recorded in Wilson Hall. Virginia Coalition was an ideal band for the project because they were already popular among students were known as a bar band since they were not signed to a record label. Virginia Coalition doesn ' t really have many videos, so this can really help them out, said Kristen Teesdale, Director of Public Relations for the event. And we used that for promotion to get students here, because it isn ' t every day we do a live recording at the university, Teesdale said. As for the students responsible for producing and promoting the event, this was a good learning and hands-on experience. It really makes you appreciate a concert once you ' ve seen everything that goes into it, Teesdale said. This event was putting into action everything that we have learned in the class. Although the event was the first of its kind at the university, the students and professors involved hoped to start a new trend. We want to build a resume of recording with Virginia bands and then try to attract bigger names, with the offer of a i professional live recording, Stup said. The Virginia Coalition concert was co-sponsored by Apple Computers, who provided a G4 computer for the recording , along with eight digital video recorders and also a generous financial donation for the event. Middle Tennessee State University (MTSU) . also sent one professor and six students to help with the production. MTSU has one of the leading audio programs in the nation, according to Stup. We were combining resources... they brought up most of the recording equipment used for the show, said Stup. Although there was low attendance of about 300 the night of the concert, when the concert began energy filled Wilson Hall. When the lights in the auditorium dimmed, the stage was rushed, where most people immediately began dancing to the funky beats of Virginia Coalition. The attendance was noted by students who came to the show and felt there should have been more people, Junior Jason Wallenhorst said. But they put on a good show, there was enough energy from the crowd, Wallenhorst said. Virginia Coalition actively involved the audience throughout the entire concert, by allowing the crowd to sing the chorus and asking the crowd to yell Salsa! The audience enjoyed i the interaction with the band. My favorite part is the crowd participation, said junior David Keith. They always put on a great show. The unusual mix of folk beats and Latin rhythm tied together with funky tones made for a well-received show. I got hooked on Virgina Coalition in South Carolina, said freshman Chris Carlson. I ' ve seen them four times so far and I think all their songs are great. Virginia Coalition ' s second CD called Townburg was released in September 2002. ■ 140 features rffTvirrTO This was the first show ever in this room, explained singer Howie Day to the hundreds of students that gathered in the new College Center Grand Ballroom. I think we did a pretty good job of breaking it in. Howie Day visited the university in November while on his national tour. Preceded by opening act Bleu, he entertained a full house in one of the newest additions to campus. Performing solo, Howie Day played an acoustic guitar. The 21-year-old self-proclaimed singer-songwriter from Bangor, Maine has been playing since the age of five and performing since age 15. I started off playing in bars, which is kind of funny because I wasn ' t even close to being old enough to be allowed in there, he said. I ' ve always loved music and I knew I wouldn ' t want to do anything else with my life. Howie Day attributed his mellow combination of acoustic melodies and electronic beats to influences such as the Beatles, U2, Elton John, Richard Ashcroft and Jeff Buckley. I really take my influences from everything I listen to, he said. Every time I listen to a song or a new artist, I take something away with me that I can draw from in the future. Although he has toured all over the country and played for all different kinds of audiences, Howie Day said he did not prefer one type of audience to another. There are different kinds of audiences and they are all equally good, he said. There ' s the energetic and loud crowd that really gets into the music and then there ' s the smaller, quieter crowds. Those are usually the more loyal fans. You can tell you ' re appreciated by them even though they ' re not losing their minds. Being a young singer songwriter with many of his songs appearing on such shows as The Real World and Dawson ' s Creek as well as the I Am Sam soundtrack, it was easy for Howie Day to be compared to others such as John Mayer and Dave Matthews Band. That, however, did not bother him. I really don ' t mind the comparisons. I mean, that ' s just how it goes. And if it sells me a few more records, then that ' s all the better, he said. I think that the state of the world today gives artists such as us more of a chance. People are more on edge and are looking for things with more substance. Howie Day performs for a full house at the new College Center Grand Ballroom. Howie started off his career by playing in bars. ■ Photo by Morgan Riehl Although he classifies his type of music as singer songwriter, Howie Day admits it ' s a very arbitrary category. Think of all of the singer songwriters you know, he said. They are all different. It ' s not a definitive category, and I think that gives the musicians a lot of room to experiment. Howie Day liked to have fun with his fans by speaking comically to his audience in between songs. The artist ' s humor was evident in his performance and even the way he named his album. People always ask me why the title of my album is Australia, especially since I am from Maine, he said. Really, there is no reason. When I was first starting out, I would tell audiences I was from Australia and go up there with an accent and everything, so that gave me the idea. But really, I named it that just because I wanted to. With a national tour, a single out on the airwaves and a huge collegiate fan base, Howie Day seemed to have no where to go but up. He tried not to let his success go to his head. In the future, I just want to be happy, doing shows and writing music that I like. I want to be able to grow as an artist, he said. There ' s not any true turning point in which I begin to think, ' Ah, this is it, I ' m on my way. ' I think being an artist you just have to evolve on your own. ■tNsrar concerts 141 Jalltogetheigreek]- a 11 celebrating the growth of fraternity and sorority community service, character, and leadership Sigma Kappa sisters entertain the crowd with their XK in the City performance. Greek Sing was an annual event that gave each chapter a chance to showcase their creativity. Photo by Rachel O ' Donnell Greek Week was awesome! exclaimed sophomore Danie Bloczynski, Even though it rained and I ended up in the mud losing tug-of-war to the Alpha Phi ' s, we still had a lot of fun. Many shared Bloczynski ' s sentiment as the Greek community ' s annual event kicked off April 7, 2002 with the theme Get Your Greek On. The drug- and alcohol-free week hill or activities and fundraisers was designed to bring all Greeks closer together. The purpose of Greek Week is to celebrate growth and character, service and leadership, said sophomore Jillian Macey, one of the core committee members. All eight sororities participated, as well as three fraternities: Theta Chi, Delta Chi and Alpha Kappa Lambda. The Greeks earned points lor each event they participated in and at the end of the week the sorority and fraternity with the most points was named Overall Greek Week winner. The week began bright and early on Sunday with the 5k walk run benefiting die charity Race For a Cure. On Monday the Greeks held a Crest Drawing, a competition between all of the Iraternities and sororities where each group drew their crest in I sidewalk chalk on the row drive. The contest was judged tor creativity and artistic value. The Greeks also gathered for a Monday movie night. Tuesday and Wednesday, sororities and fraternities observed their Nights of Service by spending time helping out at the Boys and Girls Club. The Greek community also sponsored a blood drive in PC Ballroom on Tuesday and Wednesday. Greek Sing, the most popular event of the week, was held on Thursday. Greek Sing was a concert that promoted Greek unity, Macey explained. Each sorority or fraternity picked a theme and had five minutes to perform. There was singing, dancing, routines on the risers, and costumes. It was really a lot of tun. Fouraddition.il fraternities participated in Greek Sing: Sigma Nu, Zeta BetaTau, Kappa Delta Rho and Kappa Alpha. Sigma Kappa won firs! place tor the (continued on p. 144) 142 features Slipping and sliding in the rain, Alpha Phi faces off against the members of Delta Chi. Alpha Phi went on to win Best Overall Sorority at the awards banquet at the end of the week. ' Photo by Rachel ODonnell Huddled in the rain, onlookers watched the tug-of-war event. Despite the bad weather, participants agreed it was worth getting wet for. • Pboro by Rachel ODonnell Delta Chi brothers help themselves to cotton candy on Godwin Field. Due to the rain, the food supply for the day was limited. ■ Photo by Rachel O ' Donnell greek week 143 -[alltogethergreek]- Entertaining the crowd on Godwin Flield, Georgia Avenue performs throughout the afternoon. The band was well- known among university students. ■ Photo by Rachel O ' Donnell Showing off thier muscular abilities, members of Delta Chi pulled together to oust their opponent.The tug of war was one of the most popular events held on Friday at Godwin Field. ■ Photo by Rachel O ' Donnell Though already thoroughly drenched the Delta Gamma president braces herself for the cold water below.The dunking booth was a popular event on Friday as it provided chapter members with the opportunity to dunk their presidents. ■ Phofo by Rachel O ' Donnell (continued from p. 142) sororities with the theme of ZK. in the City. Finishing second was Zeta Tau Alpha with their theme Zeta across the USA and Sigma Sigma Sigma came in third with Sigma Safari. Delta Chi took first place for the fraternities with Delta Chi Rock City. Theta Chi entertained their way into second place with Part} ' Hopping, and Alpha Kappa Lambda took third with Bliz-ast from the Piz-ast. In addition to the first, second, and third place group awards, individual participants were also honored in categories such as creativity, audience appeal, showmanship, best vocalist, best riser choreography and best floor choreography. The judges did a great job; everyone was very deserving of their award, Macey said. All the judges were very involved in the community and showed their support for Greek life by participating in Greek Sing, and we really appreciated that, she added. The activities continued on a rainy Friday with a Greek Fest Carnival on Godwin field. There were games, a dunking tank for all of the presidents, and a wing-eating contest. Despite the rain, I had a great time, said sophomore Jacqi Carter, It was a really great time for all of Greek Life to come together and celebrate our sisterhood and brotherhood. The band Georgia Avenue also performed at the carnival, and the 144 features Sorority members stuff their faces and show off their eating skills in a wing eating contest. Sisters gained pride in their sororities by competing against each other. ■ Photo by Rachel O ' Donnell reek Week winners were announced at the field fest as well. The week ' s events ended with Relay for Life, a time when Greeks :ame together to raise support for the American Cancer Society. At the awards ceremony the following Monday, Alpha Phi was awarded the Best Overall Sorority tor the second year in i row and Delta Chi was proclaimed the Best Overall Fraternity. ' Winning Greek Week was so exciting because it brought us together as a chapter and gave us a sense of accomplishment, said Alpha Phi President, senior Noelle Stefanelli. Throughout the week, the organizations held various fundraisers such as Penny Wars and a Food Drive. All proceeds from Greek Week were split between the Pentagon Relief Fund and a Girl Scout troop in Harrisonburg that was building a playground in Purcell Park. The food from the Food Drive went directly to Valley Missions. Over $5000 was raised in all. I feel that the we did an excellent job upholding the purpose of Greek Week, Macey added, This was one of the biggest years we ' ve had so far, and it really showed the community that the Greek system is a positive thing. ■ it was a really great time for all of Greek Life to come together and Celebrate our sisterhood and brotherhood. W sophomore jacqi carter greek week 145 [rockin ' inliycj TMMlROWUXJNGf THU APRIL 25 JOHN WASHBURN _ ■  0 INI «_ WAYWARD SAINTS Senior Katy Kain and Idas Langsam, the president of I5L Public Relations, pose for a picture. Langsam was the publicist for The Ramones for nine years. ■ Photo courtesy of Katy Kain The remaining members of the Ramones performing a sound check for The Dee Dee Tribute at Continental in NYC. Dee Dee Ramone died in June 2002. ■ Photo by Katy Kain 146 features John Washburn, a singer songwriter and guitarist, performs at the Luna Lounge in NYC. Washburn was one of ISL Public Relation ' s clients. ■ Photo by Katy Kain rockin ' mnyc summer in nyc through the eyes of senior katy kain as a music publicity intern What would you call three months spent with the nine- year publicist of the Ramones, the former personal assistant to Courtney Love, and the original booker and promoter tor the Strokes, all inside a small, two-room office space on Manhattan ' s Upper West Side? A great internship, and not to mention a summer that I will never forget. I interned last summer for ten weeks with Ida S. Langsam (ISL) Public Relations, an independent music publicity firm, with a small client roster of up-and-coming music artists. I lived with my sister in Brooklyn, about half an hour outside the city by subway. Having a week to spare before I would begin interning, my time was spent wandering along the streets of Manhattan, learning the infamous subway system, which was actually not as scary as it looked. Once I had Uptown and Downtown figured out, I was all set. My first day of the internship went smoothly, basically familiarizing myself with the firm ' s musical artists and procedures. My decision to intern with this small firm, comprised of a three- person staff, as opposed to a larger one, was incredibly rewarding. The firm ' s president, worked on publicity for the Ramones for nine years. A publicist extraordinaire, she had also worked with Kiss, Joan Jett, Billv Idol, Meatloaf, and the Damned. ISLPR ' s other full-time publicist, who also had her own independent booking and promotions company, shocked me with the extent of her knowledge of the Lower-East-Side ' s rock scene. She helped give the Strokes a fan base that soon led them to a record deal. The part-time publicist at the firm was also a publicity wiz in her own right. Aside from being a personal assistant to Courtney Love, she also assisted Naomi Campbell, and was a publicist for Blues Traveler ' s Jon Popper. So needless to say, I strongly felt I was in good company. (Continued on p.1 49) summer internships 147 -[rockin ' innycj the internship was unpiad, but i can definitely say the experience was priceless. . senior katy kain Senior Katy Kain and Kerri Sweeney, a full- time publicist for ISL Public Relations, pose for a picture. Sweeney also began her own booking and promotions company called Kerriblack Promotions, which she still runs today. ■ Photo courtesy of Katy Kain G Ramone, Marky Ramone, and Daniel Rey, a long time friend and producer, prepare for an interview with Rolling Stone. Kain got to sit in on the intervew, all part of the Dee Dee Ramone Tribute held that evening. ■ Photo by Katy Kain 148 features Cont.fromp.l47) A few of my responsibilities included pitching our :lients to media entities through letters, emails, and phone calls, keeping our database of contacts up-to-date, and putting together press kits to send off to writers and other media. Of course, there was the copying, faxing, answering phones, and filing that is found with any internship, but as my boss had promised at my nterview. it was not the focal point of my position. I was also told I would need to attend all New York shows of our artists, and that not to worn ' , I would be on the guest list. I thought to myself, I have no problem with that! ' One or the bands I worked on was Moodroom, an alternative- rock pop group coming right out of local District of olumbia. They have been compared to No Doubt, the Smashing Pumpkins, and Garbage. I also worked on publicity for John Washburn, a singer songwriter and guitarist, who describes his music himself as rwangv rock and roll. We also started publicitv for Pernell Disney, another singer songwriter with a dream-pop ound similar to that of Duncan Sheik. I soon found that my internship with ISLPR had many perks. One was meeting Kerri, the full-time publicist. The seven Moodroom, an alt-rock pop band, performs at The West Village ' s Elbow Room in NYC. Moodroom played at theHFStivalinDCIast summer and was making their way on to MTV. Photo by Katy Kain years between us did not stop her from taking me out in the city. I spent many nights in the Lower East Side, becoming engrossed in the talent that struck the stage at the bars and clubs of the East Village. One night at the Luna Lounge, the bar I frequented the most, Kerri introduced me to the bassist and drummer of the Strokes, who had just happened to be home in New York Citv for the weekend. One night I will never forget was the Dee Dee Ramone Tribute at Continental, a New York City spot where the legendary punk rock band, the Ramones, always used to play. Sadly, Dee Dee Ramone had died the past June. Continental ' s owner asked my boss to do a press release summarizing a tribute he wanted to hold for Dee Dee, and if she could arrange an interview between Rolling Stone and the remaining members of the Ramon es during sound check for the tribute. She set up the interview and brought me with her earlv that dav to sit in on the interview and obtain quotes about Dee Dee tor the press release. I spent the evening surrounded by countless legendarv punk rockers, friends of Dee Dees, and Ramones tans. We had many calls to the office the dav after Dee Dee ' s death. One day I nearly tell of my chair when I heard Kerri transfer a call to my boss, saying Kurt Loder from MTV on line one. I actually ended up pitching a lot of our artists to MTV My boss asked me one day to find out how we would go about getting our clients ' music on MTV ' s Undressed, a steamy soap opera-like show. I called all over the place, first New York, then Los Angeles, then up to Canada where I finally found the show ' s music coordinator. After telling me to send up some matetial to him, I wrote a pitch letter about each of our artists. A week later he called back saying he loved the music and he wanted them on the show. Needless to say, I was happy and gave myself a little pat on the back. I came awav from New York City very satisfied with mv experience. I also came away broke, a great way to start oft the new school year. But it was all worth it. The internship was unpaid, but I can definitely say the experience was priceless. ■ y fL 7y - t ' summer internships 149 Imakingo band]- ma ki o my blUG pill ■ Photo courtesy of the band m D CSfDOn I63T ■ Photo courtesy of the band 150 features three local bands M rise to star power find their niche 59 human condition local bands 151 [makingof band]- the human condition It was your name dude, you ' re in charge, said senior and lead singer Brian Pino, as he looked at senior lead guitarist Aaron Stanley with a grin. Apparently, none of the guys wanted the responsibility of answering the simple yet somehow dreaded question of how their band came to be called The Human Condition. After several outbreaks of laughter and a few honest attempts, Stanley stepped up to the plate. It ' s kind of a catch-22, I suppose, he explained. It refers to how man continues to make ' breakthroughs ' in technology but, in fact, we ' re really destroying the planet. We continue to advance ourselves, while nearing closer to destroying existence as we know it. The Human Condition looked to make a breakthrough into the music industry. The five- member late ' 90s rock-electronic group had the talent, as well as the drive and down-to-earth personalities needed to achieve success. Human Condition plays at Main Street Bar and Grille. Many student bands played at the local bar. ■ Photo by Morgan Riehl In addition to Pino and Stanley, the band also included bassist senior Bill Whitney, drummer senior Rob Walker, and deejay senior Ben Scott. Walker and Scott were the newest additions to the band, formerly known as Sidewalk Closed. So where did these guys find their inspiration? Sonny and Cher, definitely, joked Stanley, followed by uncontrollable laughter. While each member had several all-time favorites, their influences stemmed from the dynamics of great rock, such as Radiohead, Rage Against the Machine, Pink Floyd, Tool, Foo Fighters, Pearl Jam, and Incubus. I think, as a whole, the music scene continues to get more and more diverse, said Stanley. New styles are being innovated every day. There needs to be a new sound revolution ... like Hendrix in the late 1960s, or hip-hop in the 1980s. There ' s a lot of really good new bands out there that aren ' t getting the recognition they deserve because some would rather hear radio- friendly, formulated pop rock as opposed to real music with real emotion, by real people, claimed Pino. Whitney liked to classify ' their musical style as evolved grunge with an electronic edge. Courtesy of Scott, several of their songs were interspersed with eclectic electronic beats and melodies. Our style differs only because we are a combination of so many different styles; ska, punk, jazz, rock, drum and bass, jam rock, and metal, Pino listed. No two songs of ours sound the same. The Human Condition maintained a strong fan base, playing gigs around Harrisonburg as well as in Richmond, Charlottesville, and Philadelphia. We have a pretty decent fan base, people who come out to see us every time. They ' ve been with us for about three years now, said Stanley. The band recorded several tracks in Philadelphia with Nocturnal Noise in the fall and sent out press kits with the samplers, hoping to plav more gigs outside Virginia. This is a really hard scene for bands to make it in, stated Stanley. In a larger city, we could get better exposure. The more we play, the more people hear us, the better we get, and the more likely we will be able to make a career out of this. In the next 152 features few years I would love to see us considered as a regional touring act, Pino said. The band surely put forth the effort during the year. I work at Spanky ' s, go to class, and I play. It ' s a nightmare! Pino joked. A lot of the work came from a practice schedule that Pino explained as long and tiring. Some days we ' ll just run the songs we know and try to clean them up a little bit, he said. Other days we ' ll come together with ideas and spend three or four hours writing a song. Either way, there ' s a lot of goofing around going on which keeps it interesting. Basically, all we do is laugh when we ' re together but it ' s fun. We amuse ourselves and love every second ot it. While the band agreed that they were not threatened by other local competition, they also said that there were some really great local bands that had similar goals and were good songwriters. As far as songwriting went, Pino took the helm at devising lyrics but overall the finished product was a team effort. The more we ' ve developed as a band, the more we ' ve started to do collective work, said Pino. Of course disagreements happen. Not every one thinks alike, especially when you ' re writing a song. Sometimes you have to stand back and say well, ' Bill ' s a music major and I ' m not. His idea might work so let ' s try it. ' And usually you are happy with the result. Basically the hardest part is overcoming your own ego. Pino ' s deep-felt vocals, backed by intense guitar- layered rhythms, strong percussion beats and an electronic vibe brought out the versatility in each of the band ' s songs, such as While the World Turns On, Jester, and Circus Sideshow. I think we take a different route than most bands as far as our songs are concerned, admitted Stanley. Already our sound has mutated into something new. I mean, almost completely different than it was three weeks ago. So, I think we ' re really trying to push the envelope. We all come from different styles, and we ' re working really hard to incorporate those differences into our overall sound. I think we ' ve got a real definitive sound and once its hits people ' s ears thev won ' t be able to get enough, Pino claimed. The five seniors would love to see something happen for them by the time they graduate, but for the most part they felt it was about making the music they love. We ' re all incredible critics of the music that we listen to, said Stanley. We figure it we like it, then out music must be on the right track. I don ' t see us ever trying to sell out or anything of that nature. I don ' t think we could stomach ourselves if we did. All I want is to be able to suppott myself making music, Pino admitted. If that ' s possible then I ' m happy. If that includes a record contract then I ' m very happy. ■ local bands 153 4makingof band] - bon leaf You mav have seen them perform at Mainstreet Bar and Grille in downtown Harrisonburg. Or perhaps even in Charlottesville or Richmond. But you most likelv saw them perform right in your own living room: on television, of course! In January, Carbon Leaf, the five-member band from Richmond, performed at the American Music Awards (AMAs) in Los Angeles ' Shrine Auditorium after winning the coveted Coca-Cola New Music Award. With their Celtic-influenced rock sound and plethora of interesting instruments such as the mandolin, bagpipes, bouzouki and the banjo, Carbon Leaf entertained the live audience and 80 million people worldwide with their single, The Boxer, becoming the first unsigned band to ever perform at the AMAs. Not bad for five college friends. Before such awe-inspiring moments, the band had more humble beginnings. Four of the band ' s members, Barn ' Privett, Terry Clark, Carter Gravett and Scott Milstead, met at Randolph-Macon College in Richmond during their freshman year in 1992. They formed the band with Privet on lead vocals, Clark on guitar, Gravett on mandolin and Milstead on drums. After graduating in 1996, the band began touring the East Coast college and nightclub circuit and eventually recorded their first two albums, Meander and its follow up. Shadows in the Banquet Hall. When their original bass player quit in 1997, the band found itself struggling to stay afloat. After two years, five bassists and countless auditions, they struck gold with Jordan Medes. I was surfing the web one day and found that a band in Richmond was looking tor a bassist. I went to their website, listened to some of their stuff and sent an email to Barn- saying I really wanted to audition. The next week I did and I felt things just clicked between Barry, Terry, Scott, Cattet and I, said Medes, an alumnus. We plaved our first gig with him in 1999, and we knew right away we had something, Clark said. With all of the members in place, the band continued touring and expanding their tan base, ranging from college students to middle- aged fans. The band went on to record their third and fourth albums, Ether-Electrified Porch Music and Echo Echo, from which The Boxer was cut. In 2002. Carbon Leaf received the chance of a lifetime when they were selected from over 800 bands to receive the Coca-Cola New Music Award. It was exhausting, said Privett. It took about eight months from entering to performing. We played in front of about 7,000 audience members at the Shrine Auditorium and famous people and industry insiders, so that was kind of a trip. Playing regularlv in Harrisonburg, Carbon Leaf gained a great portion of their fan base at the university. Sophomore Summer Gentry became a tan after seeing them plav on tour with Cake. I really liked their music, so I went over and introduced myself to the band. They were reallv friendlv and since then we ' ve become prettv good friends, she said. Gentry ' s friend, junior Katie Bace, agrees. I like Carbon Leaf because they have a unique sound and the abilitv to plav various instruments. They are amazing performers and they really make the crowd feel involved. Carbon Leaf came a long way from their college days back in Richmond, but not without hard work. It takes time, Privett said. We ' ve just done it little by little. We can ' t do it alone When you can ' t get on the radio, word of mouth is key and tans are the lite blood. From being proclaimed The Best Unsigned Band in America by Dick Clark to winning an American Music Award, Carbon Leaf was well on their way to the top. ■ Carbon Leaf plays to a crowd at the 9:30 Club in Washington, D.C.The 9:30 Club was a popular spot for students as it was close to the university. ■ Photo courtesy of Carbon Leaf 154 features m y bi ue t i p iii Popular local band My Blue Pill spent the year playing their music oi choice, turning many heads, pushing the limits, and gaining the hand recognition. 1 he hand s single A Certain Cure appeared on the January CMJ New Music for 2003 compilation. Fort) ' thousand copies were distributed to most record stores nationwide. In November, the band finished shooting a TV spot tor the Original Music Showcase in Charlottesville ot which the footage was used tor a 30-second spot airing on MTV. The bands unique sound stemmed trom their eclectic fit ot instrumental talent as well as musical influences ranging trom Radiohead. Deftones, DJ Logic, and B|ork. With a sound that lead singer and guitarist Chris Castiglione called experimental and post- alternative. Along with senior Castiglione, My Blue Pill included seniors Nick Lombardi on the bass and programming, Caleb Vesey handling the drum kit, and Dave Strong performing hand percussion. Junior Behvin McDonnell plaved the cello and keyboards. The five-piece group recorded their second CD this vear. an album that gave more of a teel tor their live shows with quick electronic drumbeats, cello and thick guitar rhythms. My Blue Pill recorded their first CD, Locus, in upstate New York with producer JP Sheganoski, who has worked with renowned artists such as Bjork, Eric Clapton, and Mariah Carey. A busv schedule was normal for My Blue Pill, since they practiced around three times a week while holding down jobs and attending classes. Usually spending at least 20 hours a week together, the band admitted they were verv close. Castiglione said a good amount of time was spent doing arts and crafts. which consisted ot putting together promotion materials tor their upcoming CHOC Brer The band ' s creativity and songwriting was a collective ettort. experimenting with their two drummers. organ sounds and vocal melodies. I like to think we are much more innovative than most ot the stuff on the radio. said Castiglione. The medium of popular radio by nature, does not willing and fully subscribe to creative music. People are making good music, but if you only listen to the radio and MTV you are missing out, Castiglione stated. Anything that is played on mainstream radio is most likelv a generic cookie cut ot some other band. You need to challenge yourself. The music needs to have meaning, it needs to be original and push the boundaries. ■ local bands 155 -[noSpotforyoi J The R8 lot that runs beside Interstate 81 on Carrier Drive is strictly for resident parking. Most lots on campus opened up to commuters after 4p.m., but each had their own restrictions. ■ Photo by Rachel O ' Donnell 156 features L in a-vaf e 7 you behind the scenes at parking services Their work affected hundreds, even thousands of lives m a single day. Some people feared them. Some were angered bv them. Some came to understand thev were just doing a job. Whatever their reputation, the university ' s parking attendants were an important part of campus life. The students who worked for parking services were just that — students. They couldn ' t make the rules or change them. They could not create more parking or let students park anywhere they wanted. They dealt with the parking situation as commuters and also as enforcers. Parking services was one of the most misunderstood departments at the university. The parking problem was not something that could be easily solved, but the office did what they could all year to make things work as well as possible. Parking attendants had two main roles: that of monitoring, and that of enforcing. Students rotated between roles during the week. Monitots were in charge of making everything run smoothlv. Thev had to inform people where they could park and keep students out of lots when? they wete not allowed. They kept traffic and campus running smoothly,(Conr nuedonp. 59J parking 157 {noSpotfor ]- Sophomore Amanda Stokes stands at the entrance to U lot. Stokes had to check car permits before allowing entrance to the lot. ■ Photo by Morgan Riehl [l J , mis  •« 1 1 Jt . ii The parking deck is usually occupied to full capacity.The deck was built in order to help the parking situation on campus, but there were still never enough spots. ■ Photo by Rachel O ' Donnell Parking Deck Permit Required Employer Ming: , „ , i , G B ' W ' flt HO am - WO pm Monday - M Commuter Parking: 100 am - 11:00 pm Monday - Ida , Commuter Parking: Commuter Parking: i MO am - 11:00 pm Monday - Friday 158 features A parking attendent writes a ticket. When patrolling the lots, attendants worked in two hour shifts. ■ Photo by Morgan Riehl With the construction of the Leeolou Alumni Center and the CISAT additions, more parking lots are appearing. Even with the additions, parking was still tight. ■ Photo by Rachel O ' Donnell (Cont.fromp.157) and worked with the police when needed, nforcers were in charge of citations and ticketing vehicles. bout eight monitors and six to eight enforcers worked on an ■erage daw The work of a parking attendant was never done. Their b did not cease because of bad weather. Thev worked in the )ld, the rain, the dark, and the early hours of the morning, basically as long as the university is open, we are, said Brvan :coraro. Supervisor at Parking Services. Parking attendants worked om early morning until nine at night, when thev were required ) have a partner to patrol. After 9 p.m. the police department iok over, as well as a separate department of parking enforcement. Contrary to rumor, parking attendants did not get any ecial parking privileges. The parking situation is as hard on s as it is for everyone else, said senior Ben Lundy, a parking Tiployee of three and a half years. We wish there was enough irking for everyone but it ' s the way campus is built. We can ' t structure it. Though their jobs were tough at times, employees lostly enjoyed working for parking services. Junior Pam Williams :lt the work atmosphere was most important. The atmosphere ad the people are great, she said. It ' s not a mean place to ork, and we aren ' t mean people. Everyone is really nice, if people ould only realize this. Senior Sarah Kevorkian agreed that their nvironment was full of great people, No one enjoys giving ckets, we just do what we are assigned to do. Their jobs allowed them to work with different students, of different majors, and lifestyles. Working in a field that affected so many people generated plenty of funny stories. One employee ' s favorite story was an event that happened last year. Four roommates had a contest to see who could get the most parking tickets in a week. 1 hev made up parrv fliers for a five- or six-keg party and whoever won the bet wouldn ' t have to pay tor the part) ' . For a week these students followed the parking attendants around, parking in ridiculous places, blocking parking lots, doing absurd things, and begging the attendants for tickets. After a week they had racked up over SI, 000 in tickets. Parking employees also had to endure the wrath of ticketed students, from being cursed at to students trying to rip up their tickets, but thev tried to find the humor even in tense situations. The tickets won ' t really rip, said Williams. They are protected by a plastic material. It ' s always funny when students get mad and try ro rip them up in your face and they just can ' t do it. People try to burn the tickets sometimes, laughed senior Andrew Canapa. They try to set them on fire, but they are non-flammable. Despite the hard work and occasional confrontation, parking attendants enjoved their job, working with great people, being able to work outdoors, and having plenty of stories to tell. ■ parking 159 {openmicatl DU] Senior Jenny Snyder sings her heart out at Open Mic Night at Taylor Down Under. Snyder sang Patty Griffin ' s ' Every Little Bit and Counting Crows ' Ghost in You. ■ Photo by Rachel O ' Donnell open mic at «evmi Ik 160 features Brad Runion and Jesse Reamer play sings such as Freelove and Stars Go By for their audience. Open Mic Night was open to college students and others from the community who signed up to play each Tuesday night. ■ Photo by Rachel O ' Donnell Where can you jam to the tune of an old favorite song, inspired by the poetic words of a softly spoken voice, or ro the floor with laughter from pure comedic bliss? Open Mic ight, of course. Taylor Down Under was the place to study, socialize, lax, and on Tuesday nights, to be entertained. Talented and arless students continued doing almost anything to please their dience. There were no rules when it came to Open Mic ight. No one expected perfection, especially since this was the time for many students to perform on stage. Talent included usicians, writers, artists, and comedians. For many performers was a nerve-racking experience, for others it was an adrenaline sh to have complete control of the microphone. The list of performers changed each night. Some came ack almost every week; others made a guest appearance every 3 often. Some students debuted their talent only once and never :turned to the stage. Among the list of frequent acts was the uo of seniors Al Philpott and Matt Whitten. The vocal and uitar duo rocked out to songs from the bluegrass genre and Me by Phish. The duos philosophy was just to have fun and et up on stage relaxed and happy. Whitten, with five years of guitar experience, and Philpott with eight, found inspiration from Tony Rice, Trey Anastasio, and Yonder Mountain String Band. New to the stage was songwriter and guitarist sophomore John Sander, playing both original songs and some Grateful Dead. His unique style included an eclectic mix of blues, modern, and hardcore rock. One of the funniest comedic acts of the year came from senior David Clementson. Clementson performed a stand up comedy act about the university, poking fun at the various annoyances on campus. Whether joking about run-ins with parking attendants, the joys of the dining hall experiences, or other problems encountered bv the average student, Clementson ' s lively act kept the audience entertained. I ' m surprised that with a campus as funny as this one, I ' d be the first person in a really long time to perform stand up comedy, he commented. Clementson said his biggest inspiration was stand-up legend Larry David. I was named after him. Just kidding. Clementson also pointed out the humor in signs around campus. Does anyone find it funny that there are signs at the railroad crossing that say do not cross when train is approaching? he asked the audience. (Continued on p.163) open mic night 161 {openmicatl DU] Students relax in the futons and chairs in Taylor Down Under to watch the performers. Many enjoyed supporting their friends or taking a break from studying to listen. ■ Photo by Rachel OVonnell 162 features u Bnior Jenny Snyder makes jre her guitar is in tune efore she begins her lection of music for the ight. Snyder had played at pen Mic Night in previous ■ars and enjoyed playing efore a crowd. ■ Photo by achel O ' Donnell a Jamming with their guitars, seniors Matt Whitten and Al Philpott play music from Phish and the Grateful Dead. Whitten and Philpott were regulars at Open Mic Night ■ Photo by Rachel O ' Donnell (Cont.fromp.161) Now for the guy that is going to cross anyway, is he really going to stop and read that sign and rethink whether he should be crossing? Probably not. Senior Daniel Foose also took a chance at comedy. Normally a musical performer, he tried out his comedic skills for the first time at Open Mic Night. In light of the university ' s budget struggles, Foose shared some of his own off-the-wall ideas or how to save money. In order to cut dining costs, he joked that Aramark should change the value of a punch to $2 and make a double punch $4. Foose continued to explain his imaginary budget. To save money on professors tor introductory courses, several general education classes could have just one section a semester, which could meet in the Convocation Center, he said. Also, any car with an out-of state license plate would be required to pay an additional $50 a semester. This would apply to out-of-state professors, parents, and visitors, Foose explained. Students with bumper stickers would be required to pay the fee as well. To save more money, Foose said that Parking Services could have unprecedented authority to give parking tickets. Cars that could be ticketed would include Saabs, new Beetles, any model older then 1988, any car from Japan, any car with a vanity plate, and cars that are yellow. Each offense would be worth $ 1 5 dollars, and any combination of offenses would accumulate. To receive such fines, a student need not be parked in a restricted area, but just own a car with one or more of the above characteristics. Foose suggested that the university could bring in extra revenue by allowing various industrial companies to dump hazardous waste into Newman Lake. Don ' t worry, he said, I doubt the waste is any more harmful than whatever substances are currently floating around there. With all the money saved by his suggestions, Foose said the school could hire more parking attendants, build a fence around the Quad so no one could sit on it, and install more outdoor sprinklers to water the sidewalks and students. Also, the university could fund a new department to research the dog food smell. Open Mic Night was a special experience ever) ' Tuesday, showcasing many acts, each with its own unique flare. The TDU stage may have been the first step to stardom for some of these talented performers. ■ L, n t-i t px F £ open mic night 163 yourselfr 164 ■I3£ ■■  First Place _ mu parking strikes again Russ Hammond, Austin Robbs features hird Place )othing but a HI nonkey biznass Jamie Vigliotta, Matt ubank [student photos] shoot yourself giddy up! Hilary Heim, Claire Kurtenbaugh, Lindsay Carson, Whitney Hill, Erin Herring, Jane Slomski girl ' s night out Brooke Glover, Katy Kain, Norma Craft, Darcy Uricoli, Alexa Jones, Allison .Cristina Bernhardt, Carolyn Gross we cant show you how excited we are to go tojmu Austin Robbs, Mike the whopping llama, Russ Hammond, Aman Gogia, Little John [honorable mentions] shoot yourself 165 ..? m -£ [ classes ] e n T c c ' Photo by Rachel O ' Donnell ra rWifJIB £ 3 •-., coUegeof-, artsnetters m3.U.ry n3.ll ■ photo by alison Johnston ilfonso-bugbee Lauren J. Alfonso, SCOM: Mahopac, NY Tracy L. Alisuag, SCOM; Manasass, VA Lynn E. Allgood, Graphic Design; Ringgold, VA Laura M. Amatucci, Art History; Charlottesville, VA Scott H. Anderson, PUAD; Harrisonburg, VA Jae M. Aoh, Graphic Design; Haymarket, VA Rezeda Azangulova, SCOM; Russia Jennifer L. Bailey, Art Ed.; Maurer Town, VA Laura A. Bailey, Political Science; Vienna, VA Laurie N. Bailer, Anthropology; W. Hartford, CT Megan Y. 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Boyd, Graphic Design; Waynesboro, VA Trudy Brandt, Political Science; Glen Gardner, NJ Patrick B. Bray, PUAD; Fairfax, VA Kelly L. Brentzel, Political Science; Richmond, VA Christine K. Brindza, Anthropology; Burke, VA Cristina H. Broker, Graphic Design; Hingham, MA Lauren S. Brooks. English; Newport News, VA Kristin M. Broughton, PUAD; Richmond, VA Molly M. Brown. SCOM; Willmington, DE K. Paxton Buckingham, Interior Design; Chesapeak, VA Megan T Bugbee, SCOM; Willmington, DE arts and letters 171 burke-deutsch Jeffrey A. Burke, History; Acton, MA Melissa L. Burke, Graphic Design; Fredricksburg, VA Caitlin A. Butterworrh. SMAD; Ipswitch, MA Erin A. Cain, Music Education; Vienna, VA Guiseppe V. Carfagno, English; Hauppange, NY Seth J. Casana, Philosophy; Burke, VA Paul K. Cascio, Graphic Design; Woodbridge, VA Chris M. Castiglione, SMAD; Fairfield, NJ Shannon R. Caulfield, Political Science; Springfield, VA Christinia M. Chek, Art; Hopkinton, MA Pvicardo A. Chellini, Hisrory; Woodstock, VA Gui Cheng, Graphic Design; Fort Washinton, MD Laura L Chick, Music Composion; Yorktown, VA Amy C. Clark, Political Science; McLean, VA Maegan B. Clark, Graphic Design; Hatfield, PA Stephen M. Clark, PUAD; Richmond, VA Chris Clarke, SMAD; Richmond, VA Amanda M. Clavtor, Theater; Roanoke, VA David E. Clementson, Political Science; Richmond, VA Kenny Close, SCOM; Danville, VA Dana J. Cobb, English; Aylett, VA Erin M. Conley, SCOM; Hampron, VA Brett E. Connelly, Political Science; Columbus, OH Amanda N. Costley, SMAD; Prince George, VA Laura T. Corton, Anthropology; Stafford, VA Lauren E. Cowley, Art; Long Valley, NJ Gaylen D. Cragin, SCOM; Newburyport, MA David J. Crain, Polirical Science; Virginia Beach, VA Jeffrey M. Cretz, SMAD; Hoboken, NJ Jennifer N. Crider, SMAD; Harrisonburg, VA Dalesha D. Criner, Political Science; Richmond, VA Lee M. Cross, History; The Plains, VA Maire E. Cunningham, Sociology; Alexandria, VA Paul R. Curtis, Sociology; Virginia Beach, VA Kimberly M. Dacey, SMAD; Frederick, MD Alyson J. Daniels, Spanish; Reading, PA Jeremiah C. Daniels, English; Lynchburg, VA Jeanie A. Darlington, Political Science; Charlottesville, VA Marlene R. Daughtrey, Political Science; Lynchburg, VA David A. Denoft, Political Science; Richmond, VA Megan J. DeRoche, SMAD; Alexandria, VA Chris R. Deutsch, Int. Affairs; Falls Church, VA 172 classes boardgames your spin A childhood pastime resurfaces One of the best parts of childhood was spending lazy summer afternoons playing board games and learning how to plav cards. Once students reached college, however. playtime usually got pushed aside. Between studying, attending classes and writing papers, many students did not have free time to escape their busy class schedules. In spite of their hectic lives, many students learned how to balance their work and find some time to bring back childhood fun. The board games of choice among students were Monopoly, Taboo, Yahtzee and Scrabble. I definitely reel that by playing board games my roommates and I are bringing back a part of our childhood, said junior Elizabeth Friend. It brings back good childhood memories and takes vour mind off the grown- up real world. Friend added that she and her roommates liked Taboo, because it ' s fast-paced and gives you an excuse to yell out the most random things. You can ' t help but laugh at the outburst of random words and funny explanations that go along with the game of Taboo. Scrabble for some students was a way to make up words and laugh about the interesting combinations people came up with, while a game of Monopoly could go on for hours. Card games also became popular. Junior Tom Dean ' and his friends played Magic, adding a gambling twist to the festivities. I feel like I have too much money, and I don ' t smoke, so it gives me something pointless on which to waste mv money, Dearv said. Attempting to forget about the piles of work that needed to be done was the inspiration for the childhood comeback with most students. They are fun and it gives us something to do, said junior Leigh Buckley. We play games for fun and to relieve the stress of school with a little friendly competition, Friend added. I suppose Magic does relieve stress, except when I lose, Dean said. Many board game matches were spotted in Taylor Down Under, where students enjoyed a relaxed atmosphere. Board and card games also proved to be good icebreakers in a new dorm hall. It is an excuse for us all to hang out and forget about school, Friend said. We started playing freshman year in the dorm late one night as a way to procrastinate. We laughed a whole lot and it brought the group of us closer together. Even though we were all really tired for class the next day it was worth it. We still talk about that night. added Buckle} ' . Whether it was to bond, relieve stress, gamble, or to just forget about the world, bringing back a piece of the past proved to be worthwhile for many students. ■ Playing Magic with his suitemates, junior Tom Deary contemplates his next move. Card games as well as board games were popular pastimes when the weekend scene began to get old. ■ Photo by Gina Indellicate arts and letters 173 rickdigiallonardo History of Rock Professor Rick DiGiallonardo sits at his piano in his office. Professor DiGiallonardo headed the Music Industry Department. ■ Photo by Emily Cook rock ' n roll Professor DiGiallonardo keeps rock roll alive in the classroom. He worked in the recording studio with Elton John, Sammv Haggar, Linda Rodstat, Bob Seger, Loverboy. Rick Springfield, Joe Walsh and manv others. He wrote music for Fast Times at Ridgemorit High, Nightshifi and Gremlins. He met Queen in Amsterdam and Billy Joel at Madison Square Garden. All before he had any knowledge of our East Coast school. Professor Rick DiGiallonardo, Prof. D. or Rick D. to most of his students, had quite a resume when he applied for the Music Industry Coordinator position in 1998. Before he received an email from a friend about the opening, DiGiallonardo had never even heard of the university, having grown up on the West Coast. Although the deadline for applications had passed, he applied anyway and was surprised when he received a telephone interview and was soon hired. DiGiallonardo brought with him a controversial History of Rock class that became the largest class offered at the university with 323 students. DiGiallonardo attributed the class ' s popularity to the nature of class and his professional experience in the music industry. Society reflects rock and vice versa, he said. So, the class, by nature, needed to be fun. Though the professor recognized that some traditionalists might find his class inconsequential to the study of music, he believed that as time went on, the field of music industry would become more and more important. You cannot just dismiss rock-and-roll as something that was here and gone, said DiGiallonardo. When someone asks what influenced you in the sixties and seventies, it ' s not going to be twentieth-century composers. It ' s going to be the Beatles. DiGiallonardo double majored in Music and Psychology at Portland State University and completed his masters and doctorate in Music Theory at the University of North Texas. He also taugh t at both schools. After college, DiGiallonardo began work as a studio musician, signing with Geffen Records. He eventually signed by Polygram Records. As a keyboardist pianist, he toured with big names. DiGiallonardo remembered playing Madison Square Garden with Elton John tour nights in a row, meeting Yoko Ono, Andy Warhol and many others on those nights, and even having a food fight with Elton John, shoving a banana in his face and getting pummeled with M Ms. Also while touring with Elton John, DiGiallonardo met his wife when she came backstage for an autograph after a concert. They married a few years later, and he continued to tour full-time for three years. DiGiallonardo finally settled into teaching when he and his wife were expecting their first child. Though DiGiallonardo said he missed the touring life, he admitted that the rock-and-roll life is a young man ' s sport, and if he ever went back into the business, it would be as a manager or producer. Until then, DiGiallonardo designed three new classes to implement in following years: Artist Management, Songwriting and Publishing, which he looked forward to getting off the ground. He anticipated they would provide valuable skills for graduates entering the music industry. The way music is traditionally taught at the university level is changing because (music) industry grads are getting not just jobs, but high- paying jobs, especially as we work in tandem with other programs, said DiGiallonardo. ■ n 7 f 174 classes dickens-gordon David J. Dickens, Political Science; Avon, CT Bethany T. Diehl, Art; Fredericksburg, VA Lauren T. Dinizo, Int. Affairs; South Salem, NY Jennifer L. Dix, Art; Media, PA Jason L. Dowel, Music Ed.; Shenandoah. VA Conor M. Dowling, Political Science; Hinsdale, MA Andrew J. Dudick, Political Science; Fairfax, VA Lynn M. Duesterhaus. Theater; Vienna, VA Sarah E. Duff, SCOM; High Point. NC Jarrod D. Dungan. English; Warsaw, VA Melissa S. Dzbynski, SCOM; Owings, MD Amanda J. Eakle, English; Finksburg, MD Joshua S. Edmonds, English; Harrisonburg, VA Kimberly N. Esp, SCOM; Bellport. NY Lindsay M. Eubanks, Int. Affairs; Fredericksburg. VA James N. Eustis, PUAD; Alexandria, VA Jack N. Falke, SMAD; Williamsburg. VA Tori A. Falls, History; Lexington. VA Jessica Fanning, Dance; Sayville. NY Chad Farlow, Political Science; Pvichmond. VA Katherine E. Ferguson, TSC; Roanoke, VA Gretchen A. Flack. SM D; West Chester, PA Laura M. Fletcher, SCOM; Baldwin. MD Dainel V. Foose, Music Ed.; Woodbridge, VA Jennifer L. Fowler. B.F.A.; Roanoke, VA Matthew S. Fraker, Music Ed.; Carlise, PA Christopher C. France, Religion; Virginia Beach, VA Kona E. Gallagher. SMAD; Leesburg, VA Christopher R. Gannon, History; Fairfax, VA lames T Garber. History; Corbin. A Jason M. Garber, SMAD; Midlothian, VA Hannah S. Gho, History; Newport News, VA Sarah T. Gibert, SiMAD; Frederiscksburg. VA Leigh A. Giblin, SMAD; Virginia Beach, VA Aaron C. Gibson, SMAD; Lawrenceville, VA Benjamin C. Gibson. SMAD; Woodbridge, VA Jessica A. Glendinning, Music Ed.; Monterey, VA Thaddeus J. Glotfelty, Int. Affairs: Springfield. VA Jessena S. Godfrey, SCOM; Chesapeake. VA Lisa J. Goins, SCOM; Galax, VA Tricia E Gonitzke, Political Science; Damascus. MD Douglas L. Gordon, Political Science; Pitman, NJ arts and letters 175 gouldin-jackson Haley F. Gouldin, English; Mechanicsville, VA George C. Graham, SCOM; Forest, VA Tiffany A. Grant. Art; Chester, VA Howard P. Green, Graphic Design; Danville, VA Paula F. Green, Anthropology; Shenandoah, VA Cynthia H. Greene, Art; Timberville, VA Stephanie M. Greene, Spanish; Powhatan, VA Joanna L. Greer, Sociology; Richmond, VA Lori A. Groom, Art; Silverspring, MD Casey E. Gulley, PUAD; Richmond, VA Stephanie R. Guy, SMAD; Burke, VA Lisa M. Hagan, Music Ed.; Hampton, VA Russell J. Hammond, Industrial Design; Charlotte, NC Georgia V. Hancock, History; Kueka Lake, NY Jessica M. Hanebury, SMAD; Fort Washington, PA Ruth A. Hariu, English; Media, PA Joshua M. Harold, Theater; Dayton, OH Katherine S. Harrell, PUAD; Chesapeake, VA Steven F. Harris, Music Industry; Chesapeake, VA Jere my D. Harsh, Sociology; Vesuvius, VA Laura R. Hart, English; Virginia Beach, VA Tenley A. Hart, SCOM; Reading, PA Scott C. Hartin, SCOM; Virginia Beach, VA Erin R. Hatcher, Political Science; Virginia Beach, VA Jennifer L. Hayden, Int. Affairs; Williamsburg, VA Valerie M. Helsley, Sociology; Richmond, VA Erin D. Henry, SMAD; Manassas, VA Lauren D. Henry, SMAD; Southbury, CT Clarita M. Herce, Art; Woodbridge, VA Garret D. Hiller, Art; Monterev, CA Matthew S. Holler, Int. Affairs; Pottstown, PA Matthew A. Holt, PUAD; Nokesville, VA Molly E. Hood, SMAD; Richmond, VA Emily L. Hotan, Art History; Glen Rock, NJ Stacie E. Horrell, Philosophy; Gloucester, VA Ann A. Huegelmeyer, Art; Middletown, MD Rie Iochi, Int. Affairs; Chiba, Japan Christine M. Iovino, SCOM; North Bellmore, NY Kathryn W Irwin, SMAD; Springfield, VA Katharine H. Isidoridy, SCOM; Oakton, VA Kelvin A. Jackson, Music Performance; Newport New, VA Kirkland A. Jackson, Music Ed.; Newport News, VA 176 classes lailyp;rind. daily grind The newest Java hot spot Two lattes, one raspberry croissant and one plain, was the order from a leather-clad couple escaping the icy weather for a few moments. Many were drawn to the new downtown coffee shop, enjoying the quiet, homey atmosphere and tasty treats. The perfect place for a quick pick-me-up or a warm meal to accompany a study session, the Daily Grind Coffeehouse offered a new spin on Java options for both locals and students after moving from across South Main Street to Court Square in May of 2001 . The Daily Grind was not just a place for coffee. Along with a variety of 45 flavored smoothies and other specialty drinks, there was also an assortment of sandwiches, salads, and baked goods that contributed to the enticing aroma that filled the cozy shop. According to employee Alexis Kacho, a junior who worked at the coffee shop for a semester, the most popular menu items were the Panini bread sandwiches and the chai- flavored drinks. The smoothies are so good, they ' re the only thing 1 would pay money for! And the Paninis are really good too, Kacho said. With competition just on the other side of the square, seniors Beth Maskey and Laura Gilstrap explained that they preferred this place for Java because the coffee was superior and it was better for studying than other coffeehouses because of its quiet atmosphere. When asked what drink they enjoyed most, they answered in unison, the lattes. The Daily Grind attracted varied mix of customers, from Harrisonburg professionals to university professors. The integrated mix made for a more interesting dining experience. It ' s charming, Gilstrap enthused. The charming atmosphere may have come from the street-lamp-like light fixtures on the warm beige walls, or the baked goodies lining doily-covered shelves in the pastry display case. There was a certain ambiance that Maskey and Gilstrap appeared to be drawn to at The Daily Grind. They commented that the atmosphere was quiet and peaceful, yet much more bright and lively than the library. According to Daily Grind employees, juniors Brooke Poerstel and Patricia St. Clair, the coffee shop got a lot of regulars who worked nearby in downtown Harrisonburg. They felt that the addition of the coffeehouse to the downtown scene was very welcome because of the limited dining options for the businessmen and women working in close proximity. At times, live music could be heard from the street corner outside the coffee shop. Poerstel and St. Clair said when there was live music, We typically fill up with a mix of community members as well as university students who come to listen. While many coffee shops came and went, the Daily Grind Coffeehouse found success in the Java business. Many saw a good balance between cuisine, atmosphere and availability and were confident in the lasting power of the shop. ■ Making a cafe latte, sopomore Kathy Serraino makes sure she measures all of the ingredients correctly. As an employee of The Daily Grind, Serraino helped serve the customers quickly to keep them coming back. ■ Photo by Katie Tichauer Located in the heart of downtown Harrisonburg, The Daily Grind served students and Harrisonburg locals beverages and sandwiches. Although established in May 2002, the Daily Grind reserved the grand opening for when the sudents returned for the Fall 2002 semester. ■ Photo by Katie Tichauer ? i ttZLc t e yi. - t£ C -£ - arts and letters 177 louseprohh Housemates senior Amy Rohrer, grad student Kelly Harding, junior Bethany Trigilioi, seniors Leslie Mornza, Courtney Johnson, Liz Worster, Jennie Mann, Kerri Hutchinson, junior KristinTruell, seniors Virginia Porter, Virginia Keller, Kelly Krohn, junior Kelly Stannard and senior Megan Powell come together in the 3rd floor of 501 S. High St. The 15 girls were divided up into four apartments in the house. ■ Photo by Gina Indellicate the 411 on 501 Fifteen girls under one roof show the true meaning of friendship While some students had their hands full with one or two roommates, that was nothing tor the girls who lived at 501 South High Street. A total of 15 girls lived under one roof in the house, simply known as 501. The residence had been occupied for years, so long that none of the current housemates knew when students first started living there. Last year was the first year the house became a Christian house but we wanted to keep calling it 50 1 because students know where that is, said senior Courtney Johnson. Most people know that 1 5 girls live here and if they don ' t think it ' s insane, thev find it awesome, Johnson continued. The house itself is made up of four sections, so if the people in section D don ' t know those in section A it is conducive to privacy. This year and last vear we all knew each other so we tried to be as unified as possible. Of course with so many girls living in one place, it was inevitable that small problems would arise. We fight about dishes piling up in the sink, and parking in the back, because if we don ' t park right next to each other, we run out of room, and then someone comes home and doesn ' t have a place to park, said senior Amy Rohrer. But most problems were quickly resolved and forgiven, added Johnson. We all have a common bond as people who love the Lord and seek Him out, said senior Kerri Hutchinson. I think that when anything happens or when we do have problems that is something that really holds us together and keeps us united. In spite of the occasional conflict, the girls enjoyed having so many people living together. According to Rohrer, All of my best friends live here. It ' s big enough that there ' s always something going on, but separated enough that I can get away to get wotk done if I need to. 1 never have to go tar to find someone to talk to. Numerous visitors came and went through the house, so the girls at 501 developed a special tradition for their guests. We have a clock in our kitchen that ' s a chalkboard, and we all have our names on it, Rohrer explained. Our friends that come over often get to erase a number on the clock and put their names in that space. We tell them that they have to come visit at least once every five days to keep their name on the clock. It ' s gotten to be a pretty big thing with people, wanting to put their names on the clock, and making sure they show up at least once even ' five days. We ' ve even erased a couple of names ot delinquent visitors, laughed Rohrer. All ot the girls enjoyed their stay at 501. According to Hutchinson, I think the best part is just how unique my experience has been. I wouldn ' t have traded it tor anything, and will always look back with great memories. ■ 9 t zs ie.e. t. cfanztTy 178 classes i ourden-mathews Nicole D. Jourden, SMAD; Prince George. VA Katherine N. Kain, SMAD; Herdon, VA Elizabeth A. Kapinos, PUAD; Springfield. VA Emily J. Karlicek, SCOM; Hopewell, NJ Krista A. Keyes, SMAD; Hughesville, MD Nyla M. Khalil, Music Industry; Fairfax Station, VA Ayesha I. Khan. Int. Affairs; Richmond, VA Jennifer M. Kies, History; Vienna, VA Brandon J. Kim, Political Science; Fairfax, VA Jenny E. Kinch, SCOM; Wilmington, DE Jessica M. Knott, SMAD; Fairfax Station, VA Emily B. Koch, SMAD; Midlothian, VA Philip D. Koemer, SMAD; Alexandria. VA Laura P. Krempasky, English; Oakhill, VA Aleksandra Krzanowski. TSC; Herndon, VA Andrei J. Kublan, Philosophy; Harrisonburg, VA Joanna A. Kulkin, SCOM; Dobbs Ferry, NY Amy I. Kurzban, Theater; Chappaqua, NY Elizabeth A. Lachman. SCOM; Dresher, PA Corinne A. Laird. English; Midland Park, NJ Christina E. Lamkin, Music Ed.; Sterling, VA Sarah E. Larman, Political Science; Falmouth, ME David J. Lauder, Political Science; Fullerton, CA Adrienne K. Lawrence, SCOM; Shrewsbury, NJ Man- C. Lefrwich, SCOM; Fairfax, VA Renee N. Lewis, PUAD; Newport News, VA Tara N. Lineberry, SCOM; Bedford, VA Brooke E. Lombardi, Political Science; Alexandria, VA Brett J. Lowdan, Political Science; Warrenton, VA James K. Lunsford. Political Science; Burke, VA Caroline B. Lynch, SCOM; Alexandria, VA Kelly A. Lyon. SMAD; Raleigh, NC Anthony C. Marchegiano, SMAD; Spotsylvania, VA Holly N. Marcus, SMAD; Broadway, VA Jennifer J. Marks, Sociology; Strasburg, VA Jennifer J. Marras, Italian; Poughkvepsie, NY Elizabeth E. Martin, SCOM; Fairfax, VA Susanna C. Martone, Music Ed.; Clifton, VA Christopher A. Mason. Graphic Design; Onancock, VA Melissa J. Mason, Int. Affairs; Pennsauken, NJ Melody S. Matheny, Graphic Design; Newport News, VA Melody L. Mathews. SMAD; Williamsburg, VA arts and letters 179 matis-pantano Matthew J. Maris, Music Industry; Burke, VA Katie E. Mattson, Graphic Design; Herndon, VA Jacquelyn E. Mauer, Sociology; Stratfford, VA Danielle L. Maupai, English; Green Pond, NJ Caitlin A. McBrair, SCOM; Green Pond, NJ Thomas D. McCaffrey, Political Science; Ashland, VA Maureen E. McClain, SMAD; Panama City, FL Susan I. McClintock, English; Woodbury Heights, NJ Leah C. McCombe, SMAD; Montpelier, VA Katherine L. McDonald, SMAD; New York City, NY Bridget M. McGurk, SMAD; Hamilton, VA Abigail C. Mcllvaine, SCOM; McLean, VA Maureen E. McLoughlin, SMAD; Mendham, NJ Pamela C. McMahon, History; Milford, NJ Joanna M. McNamara, Int. Affairs; Vienna, VA Kerry A. McNamara, SCOM; Vienna, VA Dana N. Miller, SMAD; Blue Bell, PA Emily A. Mlot, Dance; Martinsville, VA Daniel S. Moffett, PUAD; Richmond, VA Maria L. Monsalve, SCOM; Centreville, VA Jonathon S. Moore, Political Science; Richmond, VA Lisa M. Moore, Art; Sterling, VA Leslie P. Moruza, Music Ed.; Charlottesville, VA Abigail C. Mumford, English; Flemington, NJ Laura L. Myers, Political Science; Chesapeake, VA Kathryn S. Neal, Political Science; Vienna, VA Lesley P. Newman, English; White Stone, VA Stephanie A. Nightlinger, SCOM; Richmond, VA Yoojung No, Graphic Design; Chantilly, VA Jessica J. Norris, SCOM; Roanoke, VA Jonathan E. Norris, History; West Chester, PA Elsbeth A. O ' Brien, PUAD; Chevy Chase, MD John C. O ' Brien, SMAD; Williamsburg, VA Scott K. O ' Brien, Political Science; Montclair, VA Rachel R. O ' Donnell, SMAD; Mechanicsville, VA Joanna H. ( )h. Political Science, Herdon, VA Kristen A. Oldham, Sociology; Chesapeake, VA Jessica L. Olivo, English; Redding, CT Jennifer M. Oribello, SCOM; Yorktown, VA Amy C. Pack, Interior Design; Oak Ridge, TN Whitney A. Pack, Political Science; Port Republic, VA Hollie E. Pantano, SCOM; Wanaque, NJ 180 classes flipflop: footloose Students wear the latest fashions in footwear around campus Black. White. Pink. Denim. Platform. Flats. J. Crew. Reefs. The list of flip-flops that could be seen around campus goes on and on. The flip-flop trend continued to appear year after year, and seemed to grow in popularity each season. Flip-flops could be worn with anything from shorts to skirts, and to any location, including classes, parties, and the mall. Convenience was a major factor in the choice of footwear. Instead of being late to class trying to tie a pair of tennis shoes, students could just slip on a pair of flip- flops. These shoes appeared in both simple and flashy trends, depending on the time of day and the personality of the wearer. Favorite pairs took precedence as well; although students ' closets were stocked with various styles and colors of flip-flops, many ended up wearing the same pair every day. Checking out the feet that were sporting these flip-flops, also known as thongs, one could see toes painted in an array of colors. Many feet also displayed another accessory, the toe ring. Freshman Lindsey Hicks said, they add to the style. I wear a toe ring all the time. Despite the convenience and stylishness of flip-flops, there were disadvantages as well, including blisters, sandal tans, lines on feet from speed-walking, and of course difficulty in running. White flip-flops were deemed the worst idea ever by many students. After about the first two wears, they aren ' t white anymore, said Hicks, but instead a yellowish-brown color, and don ' t look very good. Flip-flops didn ' t get the boot even when fall came and the weather grew colder. The trend continued throughout the winter until a blanket of snow covered the ground and toes were red and frozen. On rainv days, however, most students left their flip-flops at home and opted for closed shoes to avoid the ' flicked mud ' effect on the back of their pants. Due to the flimsy nature of the shoe, it was not a rare occurrence for a flip-flop to become damaged while walking around campus. Senior April Gregor said, I was walking home from D-Hall when my flip-flop broke. The thong part came out of the flip-flop. I just took it off, threw it away, and walked the rest of the way home barefoot. Another time, Gregor was walking home in the dark and actually lost her shoe. She continued home that night and went back the next day when it was light out and retrieved the run away shoe. Various students could be seen walking to class carrying their flip-flips, possibly because of an experience similar to Gregor ' s. Despite a tew unfortunate flip-flop incidents, the style remained popular throughout the year and added flair to students ' attire. ■ Coming in all different colors and patterns, flip flops take fashion by storm. Sold year- round and serving from shower shoes to the most popular footwear, flip flips were a major trend. ■ Photo by Alison Johnston Riling up a five-level shoe rack, sandals and flip flops are a must for both men ' s and women ' s footwear. Despite the weather, students could be seen sporting flip flops year-round. u Photo by Gna Indellicate f i4L? i e-i ? arts and letters 181 bookfair got books? Checking out some books, fre shman Alex Kurland explores the Green Valley Book Fair. The fair housed over 500,000 books in every imaginable topic. ■ Photo by Gina Indellicate The Green Valley Bookfair offers bargain bestsellers to the Harrisonburg Community Just five exits south on Interstate 81 in Mount Crawford, Va., the Green Valley Book Fair featured 500,000 new books at a savings of 60 to 90 percent off retail. The fair began as a used book sale in the barn of Leighton and Kathryn Evans. The first [book fair] I believe was in the fall of 1971, recalled their son, lair co-manager Michael Evans. The fair then moved into a climate-controlled building, totaling over 25,000 square feet. Its three floors of showroom space were filled with over 40 categories of new books for sale. With a selection including children ' s books, cooking, gardening, fiction, literature, reference, business and computer books, history, religion, philosophy, art, sports, health, self-help, biographies and more, the book fair offered choices for everyone. Price and selection, I never know which is more important to folks, Evans said. Selection a lot of times was what attracts people and brings them back, while our low prices are the hook. The list of titles for sale changed with each date, bringing customers back to see what new books had arrived. Books were purchased from several wholesalers who bought large lots of publisher ' s returns. Since the books were returns, the wholesalers usually provided no list of titles to choose from, resulting in an eclectic selection. Evans usually bought a truckload at random, saying, Not knowing what ' s coming is actually quite fun. Many times we get a book and do not think it is going to sell, but it sells out in two days. Since the books were bought by the truckload, the prices were kept low. Average price for a softcover falls between $3.50-$4, hardcover probably $5-$6 area, said Evans. Junior Tom Darrow agreed, I didn ' t see any books more than $7. Junior Sarah Davelaar said, The Green Valley Book Fair is great because instead of getting just one book for 30 some dollars, I can get seven books. Cashier Karen Boyers added, Someone can walk out with one book or someone can walk out with 50. The fair drew people from all over. We get a lot of people regularly from states around Virginia, explained Evans. Travelers from New York and New Jersey came through on their vacations during the summer. The Green Valley Book Fair had 41,000 on its mailing list, with people as far away as Panama and Scotland making trips. Students were also attracted to the fair, although it did not feature textbooks. They have a great variety of children ' s books, said elementary educatio n major Emilv English. Evans admitted, We ' ve been tempted to think we could do a book fair on children ' s books alone. English, literature and history majors could also benefit by checking out the fair. Every now and then we have a title for a university class, said Evans. Even random browsers were sure to find something of interest for themselves or someone else. Students come to buy Christmas presents or bring parents for visits, said Evans. The fair featured many New York Times Bestsellers and other award-winning novels. You can easily get all the books you ' ll read for a year there, said Darrow. fiL C - tieij.a +- a a SKj. 182 classes park schumir f t • t ChristyJ. Park, SiMAD; Lexington, VA Kelleye A. Parker, SCOM; Fairfax, VA Ian C. Patton, Int. Affairs; Ashbutn, VA Julie K. Peck, SCOM; West Hartford, CT Alexander R. Perroy, SMAD; Burke, VA Lindsey A. Perry, History; Haddonfield, NJ Sean M. Pflueger, Music Industry; Burke. VA Tashyan Porter, Int ' l Affairs, Jamaica Rebekah A. Porter, SMAD; Ellicott City, MD Vasilios A. Pournaras, SCOM; Nashua, XH Lydia C. Powers, Graphic Design, Chesapeake, VA Albert E. Ptibbenow, Art; Prince George, VA Kelly E. Price, Art History; Suffolk, VA Hollvmarie Prousalis, Anthropology; Richmond, VA Erica L. Rasper, SCOM; Succasunna, NJ Janell Rave, History; Midlothian, VA Danielle J. Raynes, SCOM; Upper Montclair, NJ Brandon H. Reid, History - ; Richmond, VA Ashley K. Rentz, SCOM; Warrenton, VA Nicole R. Reyes, SMAD; Richmond, VA Christina M. Ricchiuti, SMAD; Mount Airy ' , MD Stephanie L. Rice, Music Ed.; Burke, VA Andrew S. Richardson, History - ; Staunton, VA Caroline J. Roach, Political Science; Woodbridge, VA Elicia N. Roberts, Art; Springfield, VA Catherine H. Rodgers, Int. Affairs; Midlothian, VA Sandra R. Rodrigo. Sociology; Annandaie, VA Timothy J. Rossettini, Music Ed.; Glen Rock, NJ Amanda R. Rouse. Graphic Design; Newport News, VA Paul S. Rowe, Art; Baltimore, MD William H. Roy, Jr., TSC; Richmond, VA Sarah J. Rudman, SCOM; Baltimore, MD felicity - S. Russell. SCOM; Springfield, VA Krisitina L. Ryan, Music Industry - ; Colonial Heights, VA Eric A. Sacher, Music Ed.; Holbrook, NY Jenny Sanford, SMAD; Catlett, VA Gruschenka M. Saraiva, English; Miami Beach, FL Sommer M, Sasscer, Interior Design; Huntingtown, MD Brittany T. Schaal, Political Science; Richmond, VA Gillian P. Shultz, History; Potomac Falls, VA Marvin M. Shultz, Anthropology; Brown Stote, VA Ben F. Schumin, PUAD; Stuarts Draft, VA arts and letters 183 schwartz-villarnoel Allison J. Schwartz, Sociology; Morris Plains, NJ J.J. Scott, TSC; Dunkirk, NY Jessica R. Seamans, SCOM; Newtown, PA Ah una Semenov, Graphic Design; Harrisonburg, VA Carrie A. Sexton, SCOM; Hot Springs, VA Steven B. Shepard, English; Williamsburg, VA Sean D. Sibson, SMAD; Braintree, MA Kathryn K. Singh, TSC; West Windsor, NJ Raymond J. Sinnott, Political Science; Richmond, VA Abbie L. Slayer, History; Colonial Heights, VA Laura N. Smith, Interior Design: Deerfield, VA Robyn M. Smith, Religion; Springfield, VA Diana M. Smyth, SCOM; Wilmington, DE Katherine E. Snyder, SMAD; Nassawadox, VA William A. Sorrentino III, Graphic Design; Virginia Beach, VA Jordanna J. Spencer, Sociology; Tappahannock, VA Sarah L. Stahler, SMAD; Burke, VA Lauren E. Stanley, SCOM; Cranford, NJ Lisa L. Steinhoff, SCOM; Bethel, CT Jill Streger, Music Ed.; Farmingville, NY Adam M. Suritz, Theater; McLean, VA Elizabeth K. Swank, Political S cience; Harrisonburg, VA Catrina H. Tangchittsumran, Music Ed.; Arlington, VA Julie A. Taverna, Sociology; Oakton, VA Gayle A. Taylor, SCOM; Ewing, NJ Rachel L. Teats, History; Edinburg, VA Katherine E. Templin, English; Kennett Square, PA Jenna L. Thomas, English: Springfield, VA Sarah M. Thomas, Modern Foreign Language; Waretown, NJ Kristine M. Thompson, Political Science; Foxboro, MA Matthew A. Thompson, Political Science; Stuarts Dtaft, VA Rachelle L. Thompson, SMAD; Lexington, VA Megan K. Thornton, SCOM; Mechanicsburg, PA Kate H. Tichauer, SMAD; Vienna, VA Amy K. Tierney, History; Falls Church, VA Whitney L. Tolliver, Int. Affairs; McLean, ' A Beth Traynham, Art Ed.; Waynesboro, VA David J. Urso, SCOM; Glen Mills, PA Matthew Utz, Sociology; Rockbridge Baths. VA Jennifer N. Valle. SMAD; Woodstock, NY Megan B. Veness, Anthropology, Haymarket, VA Elizabeth Villarnoel, Int ' l Affairs; McLean , VA 184 classes dukedoe campus canine The mystery behind the muzzle Posing during Sunset on the Quad, the Duke Dog displayed a change of outfits for the day. The Duke Dog served as a familiar face at campus activities. ■ Photo by G ' mo Indellicate There was only one character at the university that happily lived in a doghouse. He was also the only animal allowed to enter campus events. This was none other than the school mascot, Duke Dog. The big, loveable bundle of spirit was all over the place at sporting events and other activities on campus, entertaining students, athletes and parents. Despite his popularity as a school icon, many pondered the identity of Duke Dog under the costume. You see Duke Dog at all the sporting events because he is there raising support and excitement for our athletes, said junior Christopher Nahlik. Duke Dogs main role at the university was to bring school spirit. Whether it was jumping into a crowd of people, stealing the opposing team ' s cheerleaders, or throwing tree t-shirts, the Duke Dog always brought laughter and cheer to any crowd. Whether the Dukes won or lost, many students said that thev appreciated Duke Dogs constant school pride and enthusiasm. The Duke dog is awesome, especially when he does all those push-ups at the football games, junior Lauren Schuman said of the university pooch. He ' s a big flirt. He always hits on me and my friends at the basketball games, she added. The Duke Dog definitely had some fun of his own at the sporting events. He was known to fight the mascots of the opposing team. He always won the battles, especially against wildcats, panthers, or any other type of feline. When they would steal one ot the Dukes cheerleaders, Duke Dog would put up his paws and fight for her rescue. Duke Dog could also be seen joining the students in the stands and sometimes he would even make fun of them in a friendly playful puppy way. I think he ' s great. He ' s better than a lot of other school mascots! ltd be fun to have his job and pick on people without them ever knowing who I am, said junior Shannon Adcock. Other students added that seeing Duke Dog always cheered them up because even if Duke Dog was upset when the Dukes were losing he always made the best of it and showed his team spirit and sportsmanship. Duke Dog is always good to look forward to. He ' s there whether we win or lose, said junior Brett Sterlacci. Just like students had visitors on Parent ' s Weekend, the bulldog ' s family would join the excitement of the day as well. Duke Dog would walk around introducing his parents and little brother to the student body, but never forgot his duties as the head cheerleader. Duke Dog was a free-loving character that pumped up crowds and proudly represented the university. This mystery ' of his identity behind his mask remained unsolved and the true facade ot man ' s best friend was never revealed. Duke Dog ' s hidden identity did not seem to hinder students in their love for him and what he brought to the university. Nahlik said, He ' s important because he brings unity to the school. Everyone Even the rival team loves the Duke Dog. The Duke Dog could always be found keeping the spectators happy at any sporting event. ■ Photo by AH Johnston knows Duke Dog! f fL £ l- ++ ' j-Sl iy arts and letters 185 amping I Junior Andy Brown throws horseshoes at the campsite while sophomore Lindsay Brown looks on. The couple spent a weekend camping in the valley along with two other friends, finding a spot with many fun entertainment opportunities. ■ Photo byCalleyWiest pitchin a tent j alternative to campus activities With tests, projects and papers, students often felt the urge to get away from Harrisonburg and leave all their work behind them. Camping was a popular activity for students who needed to take a break from the usual party and work scene at school. We just decided to go one weekend, said junior Alaina Sadick. So we rented all the stuff from UREC and hit the road. I had an idea of where we wanted to head but overall we had absolutely no clue where to camp. We ended up driving up this cliff for awhile, until we realized we weren ' t going anywhere. So we turned around and at the bottom of the mountain was this great spot. We had the best time. Camping could take a lot of planning. Items such as sleeping bags, tents, and maps were rented tor a deposit of $25 at UREC. However, these rented out fast during the warmer months and students needed to get them the Thursday before they went camping. On the other hand, camping was easy to plan if someone else did the work. Junior Calley Wiest said, I went camping with my fiance and two good friends the weekend before Halloween. The boys planned everything. It was great. We even went in a haunted house and did a hayride. Food, water, toilet paper and medical supplies were necessary for a good camping trip. We had plenty of food and drinks, said Sadick. We also remembered to bring a flash light which was so important once the sun went down because you could not see anything a few feet from the fire. We had plenty of marshmallows and hotdogs, which made the whole camping experience great, said Wiest. But, even the best camping trips always had some problems. It did take several tries to get the fire going because all the wood was wet, Wiest added. Camping could also be dangerous at times. Students were advised to be careful since there were many wild animals in the Shenandoah Valley. Sophomore Jamie Ferrer remembered one time a camping trip turned scary. We were in Roanoke and me and Kate Pazdan went up to see the sunset. So by the time we were walking down the mountain it was dark. We only had this little flashlight and I thought I saw something up ahead. As we got closer we realized it was this huge black bear that was like seven or eight feet tall. We backed up very slowly and waited 30 minutes. We start to head back again and then we saw that same bear. It was so scary. I yelled at it and it went away. We still had about another hour hike so the whole way down we just yelled, stomped our feet and made noises hoping to keep the bears away, Ferrer said. Pazdan added, I hat was the most terrifying thing ever. However, when asked if they would still go camping again, it was a definite yes from both of them. With friends, food, and the chance of adventure, camping was a great escape tor many students. Said Sadick, 1 have made some of my best memories from camping with everyone. ■ en c s+. f -+i { ' --rt- 186 classes Matt G. Wade, Political Science; Weyers Cave, VA Leslie S. Walfish, Art History; Springfield, VA Robert L. Walker, Music Ed.; Red Lion, PA Ashley E. Walkey, SMAD; Yorktown, VA Courtney A. Walsh, English; Richmond, VA Jason C. Walsh, PUAD Bassett, VA Brenna R. Walton, SMAD; Middletown, NJ R. Logan Waters, SMAD; Richmond, VA Erin T. Watson, Interior Design; Chantilly, VA Amanda B. Watten maker, SCOM; Woodbridge, VA Carolyn S. Weaver, English; Washington, D.C. Arin L. Weldon, SCOM; Woodsboro, MD Susan A. Welsh, SCOM; Newtown. PA Christopher C. West, Anthropology; Williamsburg, VA Wendy K. Wheeler, SCOM; Woodbridge, VA Lindsey H. White, Sociology; Centreville, VA Elissa A. Wiehn, Photography; Glen Head, NY Audrey T. Williams, SMAD; Alexandria, VA Courtney K. Williams, Political Science; Stuatts Draft, VA Stephanie J. Williams, Art; Great Falls, VA Maria A. Wilson, Sociology; Annandale, VA Kevin M. Winters, History; Boca Raton, FL Brandon M. Wright, SCOM; Chatanooga, TN Jenna A. Wright, Sociology; Roanoke, VA Melanie N. Wtight, Int. Affairs; Richmond, VA Amber L. Wyatt, English; Pottsmouth, VA Melissa D. Wyman, Sociology; Chesapeake, VA Adam E. Yost, English; Herndon, VA Lauren A. Zaccagnino, Political Science; Somers, NY arts and letters 187 colleger business Z3.I1C SflOWKCr fl3.ll Uphoto courtesy of photo services acuto-clemen: Kristen A. Acuto, Marketing; Elmira, NY Peter R. Agustin, Marketing; Annandale, VA Jason C. Aikens, Management; Winchester. VA Joseph W. Alexander, Finance; Mechanicsville, VA Krisry M. Alexander, Marketing; Oak Hill, VA Jared E. Allport, CIS; Bristol, TN John A. Altice. Marketing; Rockv Mount, VA Dimple V Amarnani, Finance: Netherlands Sara E. Anderson, Marketing; Manchester, MA Donald L. Ange, III, Accounting; Virginia Beach, VA Kelly D. Baden, CIS; Broad Run, VA Corrie E. Baier, Accounting; Elkton, VA Beth N. Barbeau, Marketing; Englewood, OH John V Beavers, CIS; Winchester, VA Natalie M. Beasley, Finance; St. Michaels, MD Katie C. Beidler, Finance; Wesr Chester. PA Victoria R. Berry, Marketing; Richmond, VA Annalisa M. Berry-hill, Marketing; Madison, VA Lori M. Bianchet, Int. Business; Miller Place, NY John S. Birkhofer, Marketing; Burke. VA Michael 1. Blanchard, Finance; Wayne, NJ Kyle T. Bocko, Finance; Washington, NJ Lauren K. Boote, HTM; Medford Lakes, NJ Leigh E. Bowers, Marketing; Williamsburg, VA Molly A. Breffitt, Marketing; Newark, DE Stephanie L. Bristow, Finance; Portsmouth, VA James M. Broderick, Marketing; Tinton Falls, NJ Alexis T. Brown. Finance; Richmond, VA Benjamin Brueggemann, Int. Business; Midlothian, VA Eric Butzel, Finance; Oradell, NJ Katrina A. Cannon, Finance; Fredericksburg, VA Jeffrey M. Cardone, Finance; Clinton, NJ Brian C. Carr, Finance; Chantilly, VA Jennifer A. Caruso, Marketing; Stamford, CT Melissa A. Castagna, Marketing; Warwick, NY Stephen M. Cembrinski, Economics; Cooperstown, NY Wendy R. Chambliss, Marketing; Dinwiddie, VA Courtney K. Chandler, Marketing; Yarmouth, ME Rebecca S. Chiao, CIS; Centreville, VA Sung Sill Cho, CIS; Springfield, VA Matthew R. Clark, CIS; Fredericksburg, VA Erin E. Clemens, CIS; Vienna, VA business 189 :lendaniel-fultz Sarah Clendaniel, Business; Fairfax, VA Denise M. Collins, Management; Wayne, PA Dennis M. Condon, Economics; Alexandria, VA Emily M. Cooke, HTM; Ellicort Ciry, MD Leslie E. Corridon, HTM; Hampton, VA Norma L. Craft, Marketing; Daleville, VA Stephanie D. Crute, Marketing; Richmond, VA Heather D. Dale, Finance; Northport, NY Khang Dang, CIS: Hampton, VA lacqueline A. Deagan, CIS; West Chester, PA Joseph M. DeNeal, Marketing; Hiram, GA Megan T. Depman, HTM; Forest, VA Christopher J. DeRusha, Int. Business; Newton, MA Benjamin P. Deutsch, Finance; Falls Church, VA Justin M. Dinen, Marketing; Springfield, VA Denise M. Dmuchowski, Management; Virginia Beach, VA Jennifer K. Dobberfuhl, Marketing; Reston, VA Shannon K. Doherty, Marketing; Yorktown, VA Patrick K. Donahoe, Marketing; Elmira, NY Bridget M. Donohue. Marketing; Hicksville, NY Jessica L. Dortman, HTM; Berwyn, PA Chastity C. Douglas. HTM; Buena Vista, VA Rachel E. Dunn, Finance; Alpharetta, GA Jessica A. Easton, Finance; Freehold, NJ Lauren M. Eaton, HTM; Hershey, PA Lauren Eckert, Business Ed; Potomac Falls, VA Easley Edmunds, Finance; Richmond, VA Scott M. Edwards, Finance; Millville, NJ Timothy M. Eisele, Finance; Voorhees, NJ Autumn L. Emanuel, Finance; Richmond, VA Timothy E. Emmet, Economics; Kensington, MD Elif Er, Marketing; Turkey Kristen G. Evans, Marketing; Harrisonburg. VA Victoria L. Ewing, Marketing; Fairfax, VA Linda Faber, BIS; Newport, PA Christopher J. Falcon, Management; Fairfax, VA Katherine E. Fessler, Business; Sterling, VA Kevin C. Finley, Finance; East Meadow, NY Melissa S. Franklin, Int. Business; Falls Church, VA Melissa L. Frayer, Marketing; Charlottesville. VA Jessica C. Fulton, HTM; York, PA Joshua E. Fultz, Finance; Richmond, VA 190 classes nmille may i see some i.d.? Former bouncer shares his experiences before teaching This class is definitely not typical, said sophomore Shannon Allen of her Interpersonal Skills class, taught by Dr. Brian Miller. Dr. Miller takes a class that can sometimes be redundant and makes it fun and interesting. He relates a lot of our topic to something we ' ve done in the past and down on a level we can understand more readily than just having to read it from a text book. The encouragement Miller brought his students stemmed from his personal love of continuing education. I never knew what I wanted to do, he said, except that I wanted to be smarter. To do this I stayed in school... a long time. My bachelors degree took me 16 years of on-again, off-again enrollment and 246 credit hours to earn. Nearing the end of that long effort, he was persuaded by a professor to pursue an M.B.A. Immediately after that, Miller went for his Ph.D., which he completed in four years. Following the completion of his doctorate, he took a position at the university. The road to professorship was long and winding for this educator, including many unrelated jobs and bends in the road. Miller said, I worked for three years as a computer operator in the check processing department of a bank. I worked for nine years as a bouncer, bar-back, bartender, and nightclub manager in several bars. I worked for a year and a half , , . as a personal fitness instructor in two health clubs. I worked six years as a graduate assistant, research assistant, grade some papers. The former bouncer teaching fellow, and adjunct professor in two universities. Miller credited most of the lessons he learned in the business world to his years spent as a bouncer. To begin with, he said, first impressions are the most important part of the customer experience. My job as a bouncer was garnered by the following statement in answer to an employer ' s question as to why they should hire me. My response was, ' because I am the first and last person that every customer sees. I must give a good impression because each customer will, to some degree, base their impression of this business on me. My second ' bouncer ' lesson was regarding customer relations, Miller continued. Specifically, VIP status is not demanded; it is earned or bestowed. This premise was first elucidated me by an irate customer insisting, ' Don ' t you know who I am? I ' m a VIP! ' If a customer has to inform an employee that they are truly special, they must not be, or the employee would know to treat them specially. My third lesson concerns employee problem-solving. Whenever someone engaged in violence in the bar, my job was to get that person outside as quickly as possible and then return to the scene and make sure that everyone was alright and to soothe their impressions of the ordeal. This was often facilitated by a round of free drinks, or simply shrugging my shoulders as if the episode was ' de rigueur ' , or all part of a night ' s work. In the business world, this skill will manifest itself as an ability to quickly solve problems and then to surreptitiously minimize their impact on those that it might affect. Miller ' s ' Lessons From a Bouncer ' crept up in his life many other times. In addition to those lessons came another significant message which he passed on to his students. Find something that you are truly passionate about, he said. Many people stumble through life never being quite sure what it is they want to do with that life. As for himself, Miller said, I couldn ' t be happier and feel certain that I have found my passion. ■ turned pro and shifted his focus from nightclubs to business. ■ Photo by AH Johnston business 191 lookalikes mirror image Dressed in a long rockstar coat, Julianne Zaracky poses as singer Shakira. Once Zavacky started curling her hair, she said strangers started talking about her resemblance to Shakira or Courtney Love. ■ Photo by Emily Koch Hollywood lookalikes are found on campus David Schrock poses as Tom Cruise. Though often mistaken for Cruise, Schrock did not want anyone to actually think he was the celebrity. ■ Photo by Emily Koch Stephanie Nightlinger, wearing Barbie pink, gives her best Barbie pose. Nightlinger was often teased for looking like the popular doll. ■ Photo by Emily Koch Has anyone ever told you you look like. .. was a common question heard by three students all too often. As these students experienced, being reminded frequently that one resembles a celebrity could be flattering but also annoying at times. Many of these celebriry-look-a-likes were taken aback the first time they heard someone refer to them as looking like someone famous. According to junior Julianne Zavacky, I think the first time I was told that I looked like Courtney Love was sometime in high school. Sophomore year I started curling my hair more often, and that is when the Shakira thing kicked in. Senior Stephanie Nightlinger, told by many that she resembled Barbie, said it ' s kind of flattering. I mean, hey, even though she ' s plastic and basically the voodoo doll of all feminists, she ' s still cute, right? Even so, Nightlinger heard the comment more often than she would have liked. What ' s really weird is I ' ll be walking on campus and hear a random, ' Yo, Barbie! ' from a total stranger, she said. With more than a passing resemblance to movie star Tom Cruise, sophomore David Schrock said he was used to the stares and comments. The only thing I don ' t like is when they actually perceive me differently than a normal person, as if I have some actual relation with Tom Cruise, Schrock said. At times, people did actually confuse these students with the real thing. Said Schrock, I was in D.C. with some friends during the middle of the day, and as we were approaching a group of teenage guys, I noticed they were really staring at me. To my surprise when I reached about 10 feet from them one of the guys exclaimed at the top of his lungs, Awwwww man! Look it ' s MI2! ' Zavacky heard the comment often in social settings, such as parties. She said, At at party last year I had decided to curl my hair, and was wearing leopard print pants. I was waiting in line and two guys almost got in front of me when I heard one of them say, ' Naw man, let Shakira go first. ' This prompted me to turn around and respond to the comment, and it started an entire conversation about my looking like Shakira. The guy even said at one point ' Hey... can you do that hip thing? (pause) Well what if I do it first? ' Now that was the best line ever. In Nightlinger ' s case, it was not quite practical for her to actually be confused with Barbie. I think it might be pretty hard to confuse us, considering she ' s plastic and all, but my friends had way too much fun with that Barbie song that came out when I was in high school. ' What I want to know though is when do I get my Ken and my pink convertible? Despite the flattery that came with being a look-a-like, there were also some downfalls. According to Schrock, Just because some people might think someone looks like somebody else doesn ' t mean that the person who is called the look-a-like believes that he or she actually looks like that person. Why do I say this? Because, for the last time, I will not shout at the top of my lungs, ' show me the money ' nor will I parade around your room in tightie-whities while lip- syncing to Bob Seger. ■ 7 vi-ais e-e, . cfenzt y 192 classes earner- 1 ov Brooke M. Garner. Marketing; Medford, NJ Crystal X. Garrett, Int. Business; Vienna, VA Gina E. Gerein, HTM; Oakton, VA Nadia M. Ghanaim, CIS; Vienna. VA Omar Ghauri, CIS; Pakistan Jonathan D. Glass, Marketing; Bel Air, MD Sarah M. Grady, Management; Norfolk, VA Michelle Griffin, Marketing; Lorton, VA Lauren E. Grooms, Marketing; Hummelstown, PA Briana C. Guiney, Marketing; Rhinebeck, NY Michael A. Hales, Finance; Springfield, VA Angela T. Hang, CIS; Springfield, VA Hilary C. Hansen, Marketing, Woodbridge, VA Anne K. Harman, HTM; Williamsburg, VA Jamie M. Hasenauer, Finance; Baltimore. MD Mu ( Heidi) He. Markering; Springfield, VA Michelle L. Heim, Marketing; Burke, VA Kelly M. Heindel. Int. Business; Haddonfield, NJ David W. Heishman, Finance; Penn Laird, VA Stacy E. Helbing, Marketing; Vienna, VA Jeffrey D. Helfgott, CIS; New Britain, CT Michael A. Hendricksen, Finance; Lynchburg, VA Elizabeth M. Herring, Marketing; Fairfax, VA Karen A. Hey, Finance; Springfield, VA Bryan M. Hickman, CIS; Virginia Beach, VA Andrew J. Higgins, CIS; Alexandria, VA Matthew I.. Higgins, CIS; Mount Laurel, NJ Ryan S. Hill. Finance; Williamsburg, VA Elizabeth K. Hodges, Marketing; Richmond, VA Jonathan E. Holt, Management; Rustburg, VA Daniel S. Holtzman. Finance; Harrisburg, VA Denise G. Horacek, Int. Business; Falls Church, VA Brent M. Hunt, Finance; Richmond, VA Kerri L. Hutchinson, HTM; Fairfax, VA Katherine M. Jaggard, Management; Richmond, VA Randall D. lames. Economics; Baltimore, MD Jennifer C. Johnson, CIS; Alexandria, VA Mark Johnson, Finance; Baldwin, MD Renita A. Johnson, Finance; McKenney, VA Dane M. Jones, Finance; Onancock, VA Shelley N. Jones, Marketing; Vienna, VA Desiree N. Joy, Management; Montclair, VA business 193 justice- mcnair Cynthia M. Justice, Operations Mgt.; Chester, VA Leslie A. Kasper, Management; Huntsville, AL Heidi J. Keener, Finance; Spotsylvania, VA Katelynn Kem, Marketing; Oakhill, VA Andrew M. Kirk, Marketing; Pittsburgh, PA David A. Kistler, Management; Richmond, VA Alexandra J. Klein, Management; Traunstein, Germany Stacey L. Kretschy, Management; Princeton, NJ Marie H. Kwak, Marketing; Burke, VA Jose R. Laguardia, CIS; Ashburn, VA Erin M. Laly, HTM; Woodbridge, VA Michelle R. LaPlante, Management; Warrington, VA Daniel R. Lauro, Economics; Grotroes, VA John K. LaVoy, CIS; Annandale, VA Brenda H. Lee, CIS; Annandale, VA Elisa H. Lee, Finance; Centreville, VA Jessica G. Lefler, Economics; Manahawkin, NJ Jennifer L. Lemley, Finance; Gibsonia, PA William H. Lermitte, Management; Bryn Athyn, PA liana M. Levy, Finance; Fairfax Station, VA Char B. Lewis, Business Ed.; Richmond, VA David R. Lewis, CIS; Spotsylvania, VA Jessica W. Lewis, Marketing; Bethesda, MD Robert J. Little, V Finance; Smithfield, VA Christopher J. Loftus, Economics; Pittstown, NJ Sara J. Long, Marketing; Edinburg, VA Karhryn C. Looney, HTM; Clifton, VA Tianna M. Love, CIS; Fredericksburg, VA Erin M. Lowrey, Marketing; Virginia Beach, VA Dara E. Lunn, Economics; Manassas, VA Megan G. Luttner, Marketing; Fairfax, VA Heather M. Lynch, Marketing; Manassas, VA Bruce A. MacLeod, Accounting; Williamsburg, VA Timothy M. Madden, Marketing; Downingtown, PA I aney M. Malewski, Finance; Lewisburg, PA Daniel P. Mannion, Marketing; Manassas, VA Michael |. M.UL.iniuniii. finance; Fairfax Station, VA Caroline M. Mattar, Marketing; Scotch Plains, NJ Jacqueline A. Matthews, Accounting; Virginia Beach, VA Clinton S. Maxwell, CIS; Roanoke, VA K.ite A. McGovern, Marketing; Edgartown, MA Kelly L. McNair, Marketing; Staunton, VA 194 classes hallowecn  SS ' ©; $?:: : :i trick or treat Dukes don their costumes for frightful fun Sophomore Courtney Haywood, armed with awatergunfull of Gain, shows her eclectic sense of style for a night of trick-or- treating. Dressing up on Halloween was a popular practice for students. ■ Photo by AH Johnston I Halloween was the one day in the ear when it was more than 1 okay to dress up as something scary, funny, or just plain crazy. It was not M unusual to see witches, clowns and princesses roaming throughout campus. ■ The Halloween tradition of dressing up was not just left to elementary - _l - ' ■ ■ schoolers, but university students got into the celebration as well. Students got ideas tor their costumes in many different ways. I was a guy straight out of the 80s in a warm up suit with an afro, jammin to some old school rap on a portable boom box, said senior Tim Boxeth. I chose it because it was easy and would be fun. I didnt reallv put much thought into what I would dress up as, so I didn ' t really think of being anything else. I dressed up as Wayne Campbell from Wayne ' s World. I love the movie Wayne ' s World, said senior Jerry Doyle. When I was a freshman I dressed up as Garth and my roommate was Wayne, so I gave Wayne a try this vear. Finding the materials for costumes was not a problem for most students. I made my costume from stuff I already had so that I wouldn ' t have to spend any money, Boxeth said. Senior Michael Jaycox purchased his costume from Wal-Mart of course. In his costume. Jaycox called himself Homey D. Clown. I had considered dressing up as Eminem, I even went as far as to dye my hair blonde. But I told my friend last year that I would dress up as Homev. and Homev is ' da man. Halloween was a way to attract attention from classmates. According to Boxeth, the best part of Halloween was dressing up and walking around campus. As a guy from the ' 80s I got lots of laughs high fives and compliments. Boxeth was one of the many who received stares from other student throughout the day. Most people just laughed at my clown costume. One girl even told me that I was her new best friend! But the main reason I dressed up was because of the contest we had at PC Dukes. I was the student manager, and we had a contest for the best costume. It was a lot of fun. Customers chose the winners who were then awarded various prizes. The fun didn ' t end when classes were done for the day, but continued late into the night. Boxeth said, I was a little disappointed at the number of people on campus who dressed up but it was still fun. I went to Highlawn that night, and that was crazy. A lot of people recognized me from class that day, and many people kept squeezing my nose. There were also guvs there dressed up as the ' sperm team ' . That was pretty funny too. Halloween was a great time for students to take a trip back to childhood, dressing as crazily as the ' wanted tor one night of the year. ■ fiLs ca i,e.e-n. business 195 michaelsurace taking a glimpse, or 2. ..or 50 Junior Michael Surace shows his woodworking talent combined with school pride with his coffee table. Students used spare yearboooks for an array of ecletic whims, m Photo by Ali Johnston Mike Surace finds an alternative use for the 2002 Bluestone Thev had been sitting there for three weeks. Waiting in a corner of Warren Hall for someone to pick them up and take them home. Most students just walked on by and ignored them, but not junior Mike Surace. These five boxes, full of yearbooks, intrigued him. Surace walked past the boxes a few times and decided that since they were just sitting there and had not moved for days, they were public property. Surace picked up a box, which weighed about 50 pounds, and walked from Warren to ISAT. When he arrived at ISAT. he put the box in his roommate ' s car. Surace wanted to go back and pick up the other tour boxes that were left. With the help of his roommate, junior Justin Housenger, he drove up to Warren and piled the rest of the boxes in the car. When he wanted to load them in the car, I went along with it okay, but we had to pull in the bus-lane. I wish I could have helped him earn ' all the boxes, but instead I just kind of laughed at him for trying to do it as fast as he could, Housenger said. It was riding pretty low, Surace said of the car with all the yearbooks weighing it down-. When they brought them back to their apartment, the boxes of books just sat there for a while before Surace could figure out what to do with all 50 books. Surace had no idea what to do until one day when he had a wild plan to build a coffee table out of them. A visit to Lowe ' s Hardware Store and Si 00 later, Surace was able to begin his project. I built it by making stacks or books for all 4 legs, on top of that is the support tor the books, a piece of wood 49 x 28 x 1 2 thick. There is wood on all sides of the books and glass on top, completely encasing them, Surace said. Only 40 of the books were used in the table. My roommates took a couple because they were too lazy to get one last year, Surace added. It is now sitting pretty in my living room. Surace ' s friends all seemed to have the same reacrion when he told them about his coffee table. Our two other roommates came home and saw all the books and weren ' t as surprised as I think most would have because it ' s something we can all expect from him, Housenger said. Surace added that, Most people just laughed when I told them what I was going to do. It ' s a pretty random idea. Everyone was pretty excited though, and they all wanted to see it. Surace ' s creativity and initiative resulted in an innovative piece of memorabilia from his college years ■ 196 classes meliagros-rapagna Christina I. Meliagros, Management; Mathews County, VA Erika M. Mendez, Marketing; Amblet, PA Craig R. Metz, Finance; Clinton, NJ Charity L. Miller, CIS; Lexington, VA Julie A. Milleson, Marketing; Stafford, VA Eric D. Mintzer, Management; Alexandria, VA Mark R. Minuto. Marketing; Shamong, NJ TarikJ. Moafi, CIS;Tinton Falls, NJ Joshua I. Mogilefsky, Finance; Yardley, PA Mickey S. Moreno, Accounting; Glastonbury-, CT Josh J. Morris, CIS; Grottoes, VA Michael M. Moulton, HTM; Yorktown, VA Tony A. Mowad, Marketing; Annandale, VA Nadine Murshid, Economics; Bangladesh Michael R. Navarrete, Int. Business; Oakhill, VA Robert L. Nelson, CIS; Great Falls, VA Brian R. Newby, CIS; Vienna, VA Jean Marie Norman. CIS; Goochland, VA Jennifer A. O ' Brien. Accounting; Williamsburg. A Monica L. O ' Neill. Marketing; Clarkesville, MD Craig F. Opitz, CIS; Sterling, VA Janet N. Osbourne, CIS; Springfield, VA Christopher M. Owens, Finance; Richmond, VA Eunsun Park, CIS; Springfield, VA Diana P. Patterson, Marketing; Vienna, VA Andrea L. Pawluch, Accounting; Cumberland, RI Laura A. Peace, Management; Incline Village, NV Adam H. Pequignot, Finance; Harrisonburg, VA Elizabeth N. Perdue, Marketing; Centreville, VA Andrew T Perroy, Management; Burke, VA Melissa N. Perry, Marketing; Ruther Glen, VA Dan J. Persica, Management; Springfield, VA Matthew E. Polansky, Finance; Mount Vernon, NY Ross D. Polansky, Finance; Mount Vernon, NY Amy L. Porter, Management; Herndon, VA Renata K. Poullath, Finance; Manassas, VA lennifer L. Powell, Management; Perry Hall, MD Kevin C. Pustay, Marketing; Huntington, NY Jeffery A. Pye, CIS; Chesapeake, VA Nitin N. Ramlall. Management; Herndon, VA MacVicar A. Ramont, Finance; Fayetteyille, NY Darren R. Rapagna, Management; Herndon, VA business 197 Lindsey A. Read, Marketing; Lynchburg, VA Amy M. 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Specht, Jr., Finance; Morristown, NJ Catharine B. Spurlock, Management; Carson, VA Gregory J. St. Jacques, Marketing; Herndon, VA Brian M. Stagliano, Marketing; Fairfax, VA Amanda B. Stream, CIS; Woodbridge, VA Courtney B. Sullivan, Marketing; Tabernacle, NJ Robert L. Suthard, CIS; Springfield, VA Melissa M. Tait, Accounting; San Diego, CA Adam C. Terminella, CIS; Richmond, VA Adam R. Thormahlen, Marketing; Fairfax Station, VA Sarah E. Thrift, Accounting; South Hill, VA Robert L. Tinsley, Marketing; Charlottesville, VA Thai Tran, CIS; Falls Church, VA Marisa N. VanDyke, CIS; Herndon, VA Sarah Vikner, Marketing; Allentown, PA David G. Voigt, Economics; Harrisonburg, VA Danielle M. Vozza, Accounting; East Brunswick, NJ 198 classes mororsports start your engines Motor enthusiasts take driving to the next level Madison Motorsports started as an idea we had as freshmen. We enjoved driving cars fast but did not have any legal venues to do so. We figured that a club could provide that opportunitv. said senior Gerald Irish. The idea sat for awhile until I met Charming Preston (2002 alum). We started auto crossing and we attended our first professional race in September of 2000. We developed the idea for Madison Motorsports more, and bv the spring of 2001 we were ready to start the recognition process. In August 2001 Madison Motorsports officially became a chartered organization. From the formation ot the club came the car show, a close membership with NASA (Nation Automotive Sports Association), and the love of mechanical metals, said sophomore Sean Schutte. Junior Michael Collins said, I joined MM because I love cars and wanted to know how I could one day race. The best part about the club is meeting so many other people that are interested in motor sports, hearing their views, and sharing good times with them at the track and elsewhere. The best part about this club is the members because without them this organization would have no backbone. As well as going to the races with others who share the same interests in pushing a car hard and smart, said Shutte. Irish agreed saving, The best part of MM is being able to share this passion for racing with others. Channing and I probablv would have gotten into this anyway but it makes it so much more fulfilling to get new people into motorsports and to build new friendships because of it. Madison Motorsports came a long way since their first vear as a recognized organization. According to Irish, In our first vear we volunteered as daggers at road races, hosted a car show, hosted an autocross on campus, crewed for amateur and professional race teams, and participated in numerous autocrosses and high performance driving schools. It was an incredible year of which I am very proud. We ' ve built a small community in the club, and have made many friends outside of the university along the way. We hope to continue our success for years to come. The club was also able to enjoy the thrills of performance themselves. During the races that I ' ve been to, I ' ve seen my share of exotic cars as well as experiencing the great thrills and challenges of driving in a performance bracket. Learning the great job of flagging for different events as well as understanding racing etiquette, said Shutte. Madison Motorsports built many fun memories together during their races. Said Collins, One member in his first rally race in his brand new WRX flew past the finish line (not knowing he was supposed to come to a stop), and flew over a hill that he was not supposed to, caught air and ripped off his bumper. Since then, he has kept to track driving. Club members shared fun times together on and off the track, making Madison Motorsports a successful new organization, u CT J— l——j£. Sitting in their go carts waiting for the whistle to be blown, members of Madison Motorsports simulate a real car race. In August 2001 Madison Motorsports officially became a chartered organization. ■ Photo by Emily Koch Driving down the track, members of Madison Motorsports approach the starting line. Although the club first started with volunteer flaggers at road races, the club was better able to enjoy the thrills of performance themselves. ■ Photo by Emily Koch business 199 omicbookciuD Working on his sketches.junior Pat Bredland inks in a comic book page. Breland, co-editor of the comic book club, hopes to publish the book by Spring to sell to students. ■ Photo by Gina Indellicate it ' s a bird, it ' s i M a plane... Founders Justin and Pat bring their love of comics to campus Superman, Spiderman, X-men, vou name it; someone in the Heroes Incorporated Comic Book Club was bound to own one or all or these comic books. These superhero fans met to discuss comic books and design some of their own. Heroes Incorporated started its journev in the spring of 2002, headed up by juniors Patrick Bredland and Justin Busacca. Before Bredland and Busacca could even start up the club, they had to go through intensive training. We had to go through a six week process with clubs and organizations, Bredland said. Basically, we were just taught stuff on how to have our club run effectively without problems, Bredland added. Since the club was still in the starting phase, the two co-founders spent a lot of time trying to attract members. At least six different types of flyers were posted to advertise for the club. Bredland said that a lot of people thought that all they did was sit around and, talk about comics, but we are really serious .with trying to design and write some of our own. We do talk about them, but while we are working on our own. Even if students were not avid comic book readers the members of the club were welcoming. Some of the coolest members are the ones who don ' t know a lot and just want to learn, Busacca said. He added that since the release of the movie Spiderman, people had been more interested in knowing why Spiderman did certain things which helped bring more attention to their club. At a normal meeting, the group split up into two teams: writers and artists. The writers worked on the script, while the artists worked on the drawings for scripts that had already been decided on. As editor-in- chief of the writers, Busacca had the final sav. I handle the basic outlining of the storv and the other writ ers come to me, he said. Busacca checked the writing over to make sure that all of the writers had the same ideas working together so the artists ' job would be easier. The club ' s goal for the year was to get published. First they hoped to send out a teaser, which would be the first eight pages of the full comic book, to interest readers in the end product. The final goal tor the year was to publish a full book. According to Busacca, this was a difficult task since the number of club members was in constant flux. In addition to marketing on campus, the Blueridge Comic Book Store also offered to have the club ' s work sold there. Having loved comic books since elementary school, each comic book fan had their personal favorite. Bredland ' s was none other then the infamous Superman because, he has every single power known to man. He ' s just that cool. Busacca ' s favorite was Wolverine from, X-men, the first comic book collection he ever started. He ' s not really a big guy and doesn ' t look like he could win a fight, but no matter what, he always defies the odds and comes out on top. Heroes Incorporated wanted to bring a new superhero to campus. We are in the business of creating heroes, Busacca said. Heroes are important to everybody. I find that we have a lack of heroes and I wanted to give the university their own heroes. 200 classes VU-ZOttlft£ Dianne N. Vu, Marketing, Fairfax, VA Elizabeth T. Wachendorf, Marketing; Fairfax, VA Hudson C. Walker, Marketing, Phoenixville, PA Jennifer L. Wange, Accounting; Wayne, PA Jennifer R. Webb, Finance; Chesapeake, VA Kristen L. Wesolowski, HTM; Baltimore, MD Kathryn J. Westcort, Finance; Fairfax, VA Amanda L. White, Economics; South Hill, VA Natalie L. Whitehurst, Accounting; Richmond, VA Donnie J. Wienheimer, CIS; Great Falls, VA Brian I. Wiltong, Finance; Harrisonburg, VA Lori A. Wilkerson, Marketing; Ringgold, VA Mandy L. Williams, Marketing; Woodbridge, VA Sara R. Williams, CIS; Vienna, VA Kelly E. Williamson, Management; King George, VA Amber N. Wills, Marketing; Columbia, MD Laura M. Willson, Management; Rockville, MD Joseph C. Windham, Finance; Williamsburg, VA Ryanne M. Woltz, Finance; Ijamsville, MD Kim L. Wong, CIS; Alexandria, VA Emily J. Wyman, CIS; Dale City, VA Ji Sun Yang, Int. Business; Fairfax, VA Melanie D. Yunker, Finance; Alexandria, VA Vanessa M. Zottig, Accounting; Purcellville, VA business 201 college of educationi i psychology JOiinStOn heal ■ photo by alisonjohn adams-edwards Ashleigh B. Adams, Psychology; Lynchburg, VA Bern,- B. Allen, IDLS: Annapolis, MD Chad A. Anderson, Kinesiology; Winchester, A Elizabeth B. Anderson, Psychology; Halifax, VA Brooke N. Ashcraft, Psychology; Salem, VA Mary N. Assad, IDSS; Springfield. VA Jason R. Aughey. Kinesiology; Oradell, NJ Jaime L. Auletto, Psycholog) ' ; Tabernacle, NJ Mary-Ashley Baker, IDLSrCharlottesvillc. Christina A. Barlow, IDLS; Stanley, VA Christina R. Bernhardt, Psycholog)-; Brielle, NJ Colleen M. Blaker. Psychology; Fairless Hills, PA Katie R. Blanchard, IDLS; Suffolk, VA Kristin M. Bowdler, Psycholog)-; Sharps, VA Benjamin A. Bowman, IDSS; Richmond, VA Courtney P. Brennan, IDLS; Richmond, VA Lauren A. Brisbin, Kinesiology; Havertown, PA Jessica L. Brooks, IDLS; Peach Bottom, PA Amanda M. Brown, IDLS; Montauk, NY Rebecca L. Brown, Psychology; Bexley, OH |erem T. Bullock. Kinesiology; Spotsylvania, VA Sarah L. Butler, Psychology: Mechanicsville, VA Ann L. Campbell, Psychology; Painter, VA Kelly A. Canayan, Psycholog)-; Midlothian, VA Jennifer A. Capito, Psycholog) ' ; Roanoke, VA Christina L. Carter. Psycholog)-; Arlington, VA Sarah E. Carter, Psycholog)-; Fredericksburg, VA Carey B. Caughlin, Psycholog) ' ; Dalton. MA Adrienne M. Cecil, Psycholog)-; Martinsville, VA Laura C. Chaffe, Psychology; Midlothian, VA Ginny C. Cobbs, Early Childhood Ed.; Blackstone, VA Elizabeth I. Cohen, Kinesiology: Richmond, VA Erin L. Colangelo, IDLS; Chantilly, VA Traci E. Cosner, IDLS; Richmond, VA .Amanda A. Coyle, Psycholog)-; Mariton, NJ Karen L. Crenshaw, ISS; Richmond, VA Dorothy M. Deavers, Psycholog)-; Shenandoah. VA Melissa M. Depman. Psycholog)-; Forest, VA Tiffany A. Dole, IDLS; Stafford, VA Jessica R. Dorosewicz, Psychology: Fairfax, VA Elizabeth S. Dougherty, Psycholog)-; Alexandria, VA Dana L. Edwards. Psycholog) ' ; Charlottes ille, VA ed and psyc 203 elder-kodish Sarah E. Elder, Psychology; Woodbridge, VA Jason T. Ferrell, Kinesiology: Delraville, VA Alison A. Francis, Psychology; Hampton, VA Alicia L. Franz, IDLS; Sterling, VA Meredith K. Geary, Psychology; Alexandria, VA Timothy J. Gilchrist, Kinesiology; Sandy Spring, MD Rebecca C. Gillenwater, IDLS; Abingdon, VA Russell Gipe, Kinesiology; Richmond. VA Catherine A. Gravatt, IDLS; Milrord, VA April C. Gregor, Psychology; Virginia Beach, VA Sarah H. Gundlach, Psychology; Richmond, VA Dana M. Gutshall, Kinesiology; Monterey, VA Rebecca S. Guy, Psychology; Richmond, VA Shanon L. Hamshar, IDLS; Orange, VA Cheryl C. Harman, Psychology; Montross, VA Summer D. Harrington, Psychology; Falls Church. VA Leslie J. Hawthorne, Kinesiology; Glen Allen. VA Lindsay L. Hazelette, Kinesiology; Front Royal, VA Warren W. Heede, Secondary Ed.; Oradell, NJ Kevin M. Hein, Psychology; Coram, NY Ashley O. Hickcox, IDLS; Pittsburgh. PA Elizabeth S. Holland, Psychology; Portsmouth, VA Anna Lyn Hoopengardner, IDLS; Vienna, VA Lauren D. Hospital, Psychology; Olney, MD Michael G. Houlihan, Kinesiology; Long Branch, NJ Katherine N. Hughes, Psychology: Richmond, VA Jenny G. Hunnius, Psychology; Chesterfield, VA Mara E. Idoni, IDLS; Annandale, VA Keith A. Jacoby, Kinesiology; Perkasie, PA Dana A. Jarre, Psychology; Richmond, VA Lauren M. Jaffe, ISS; Massapequa, NY Man- Beth James, IDLS; Ruther Glen, VA Krisha N. Jay, Psychology; Vinton, VA Courtney D. Johnson, Psychology; Charlottesville, VA Caroline W. Jolly, Psychology; Heathsville, VA Ashley Joyce, ISS; Bassett, VA Ryan C. Kahl, Kinesiology; Richmond, VA Liam H. Kane, IDLS; Oak Hill, VA Kara J. Kautlin. Kinesiology; Virginia Beach. VA Miriam Kim, IDLS; Centreville, VA Jennifer E. Kirsch. Psycholgy; Bel Air, MD Stephen R. Kodish, Kinesiology; Schwenksville, PA 204 classes madisongrill The chef of Madison Grill consults with her manager during the busy lunch rush. Madison Grill was a popular dinning spot when students were looking for a change of pace from pizza and bagels. ■ Photo by AH Johnston kick it up a notch The Madison Grill offers fine dining with a campus twist It never hurt to have a little extra cash while in school to make the most of the college experience. In order to earn some money tor weekend entertainment (and books of course) many students opted to apply for a job on campus, particularly in Dining Services. For a few, the best and most rewarding jobs were found at Madison Grill, located on the fifth floor of Warren Hall. As with every job, there were positive and negative aspects to the Grill, but for most employees the good outweighed the bad. The best part of my job is the laid back atmosphere. Most of the people that work there are students and most of the people that come in at night are students. It provides a great learning environment for people that are not very familiar with the restaurant business, said junior Jolie McGehee. Senior Philip Whitfield-Clark agreed. The best part of working at Madison Grill is the easygoing atmosphere I share with my co-workers. Even though it gets busy, the staff remains collected and focused, making the job easier. The free meal is also nice. Of course, there was more to working at Madison Grill than waiting tables. Senior Jeffrey Fleischman said, The best part of my job is menu development and creativity of the daily and weekly specials. I run the kitchen during the dinner shift. We can go in any direction my heart desires with a little planning. Employees enjoyed many perks to their job. I wanted to work there because I ' ve always waitressed, and I knew the servers there made good money. And because it is a campus job, I get weekends, holidays, and summers oft, which would not be the case if I worked at a restaurant oft campus, said junior Calley Wiest. Whitfield-Clark added, I figured if I was going to work at an on-campus dining facility I had better work at the nicest one. The atmosphere also added to their enjoyment. According to junior Rebecca Brown, It ' s very laid back, but we work hard. In the kitchen it ' s like a team, we have to work together to get the food out right. The management is also great; their good moods put everyone else in a good mood! According to Fleischman, The atmosphere at the MG is really relaxed, even when we are really busy and have to work extra fast, diligent and hard. We like to have fun at the Madison Grill while still holding attention to detail and taking the utmost pride in our food service. Embarrassments were not a rare experience, considering the many aspects involved in serving food. Said Brown, Mv first day serving, I dropped a big bus pan full of plates and broke a few. Luckily it was towards the end of the shift, so there weren ' t many people in the restaurant, but I was still embarrassed! ' Despite those few instances, the experience was a positive one. It is fun to work at an upscale restaurant, but still have the perks of being on campus, added Wiest, Plus, the food is really good! ■ f ed and psyc 205 virginiagleason Virginia Gleason, long time Dukes cashier greets students with a smile. Mrs. Gleason retired as a supervisor and came back as a cashier to show her university pride. ■ Photo by AH Johnston punch and dining: Virginia Gleason shows her devotion to dining at Dukes She ' s definitely the friendliest card swiper. I ' ll purposely go to her line, said sophomore Rvan Ostrander ofVirginia Gleason, a PC Dukes employee for the past thirty years. According to freshman Mariah Schroen, She always has something nice to say. I can always have a pleasant conversation with her. Virginia Gleason, originally from Buena Vista, Virginia began her career as a PC Dukes employee about thirty years ago, when her daughter was a freshman here. It was then that Gleason made the move from Buena Vista to Harrisonburg. In fact, both her son and daughter are university alumni. I started as a card swiper, and throughout my career here have been both dining supervisor and serving supervisor. I ' ve witnessed many changes throughout the years. I saw the building of Zane Showker, of ISAT, of many of the apartment complexes, and additions to the library. Gleason experienced many other changes during her time at the universitv as well, including various fashion phases. I have seen the ' patches ' phase, when kids couldn ' t wear enough of them. Then there was the see-through blouse phase, the miniskirts, and the unisex ' vear when girls and boys dressed alike. Gleason was an employee when Dukes was moved from Taylor Hall to the Phillips Center Ballroom. The students were allowed to drink there when we were located in Taylor Hall, so Thursday nights were always a big hit, said Gleason. Halloween was always a lot of fun. The kids dressed up and it was a lot of fun. It was also a big mess to clean up, but I loved it. Gleason ' s favorite part of her job was seeing the students. She said, The kids are the best part. They keep me young and going. Lots of graduates come back and visit me. One alumnus came back and said to me, ' There you are; right where I left you. I recognize kids each day. I ' hev are all so nice. She also enjoyed working with the student employees. The student employees are very good. Many times they used to start working as freshmen and work through until graduation. I got to know the students better when that would happen, said Gleason. Gleason had no plans of leaving her career any time soon. She said, As long as my health holds up, I ' ll work here as long as I ' m able. I ' ve enjoyed my years here. If I hadn ' t 1 would not have stayed this long. ■ fi SfdZts Z C rt- c netyy 206 classes Steven T. Kramer, Kinesiology; Harrisonburg, VA Howard S. Krasilovsky, Psychology; Pearl River, NY Rebecca B. Lane, Psychology; Culpepper, VA Allison C. Langfitt, Psychology; Front Royal, VA Lauren A. Larkin, Psychology; Reston, VA Kimberly L. Lazenby, IDLS; Richmond, VA Lisa C. Leahey, IDLS; Florence, SC Andrea E. Lee, ISS; Waynesboro, VA Kelly K. Lees, Psychology; Fairfax, VA Angela | . Litten, IDLS; Midlothian, VA Angela D. Locke, Psychology; Midland, VA Jennifer R. Lovell, IDLS; Burke, VA Amy Lu, Psychology; Virginia Beach, VA John E. Lynch Jr., ISS; Toms Brook, VA Corinne E. Maiorana, Psychology; Richmond, VA Kehl R. Mandt, ISS; Alexandria, VA Sarah E. Margeson, Psychology; Lumberton, NC Diane M. Masone, Psychology; Clifton, VA Jamie L. Mathews, Secondary Ed.; Haddonfleld, NJ Jessica L. Mays, IDLS; Richmond, VA Kern ' McCahill, Psychology; Leesburg, VA Patrick S. McGann, ISS; Richmond, VA Riya R. Mehta, Psychology; Burke, VA Melinda R. Mertz. Kinesiology; Chesapeake, VA Elizabeth A. Miller, Psychology; Chantilly, VA Eric H. Mohring, Kinesiology; Baton Rouge, VA Colleen C. Morrison, Psychology; Leesburg, VA Johanna P. Moselev, Psychology; Potomac, MD Andrew E Musser, Psychology; Arlington, VA Shelia A. Neary, Psychology; Ringoes, NJ Jennifer N. Nelson, ISS; Richmond, VA Laura A. Neufeld, Psychology; East Northport, NY Alison M. Newell, IDLS; Richmond, VA Colleen P. Newman, Sociology; Lawrenceville, NJ Colleen M. Norman, Secondary Ed.; Holbrook, NY Julie M. Nothnagel, ISS; Manassas, VA Megan J. O ' Brien, Psychology; Chevy Chase, MD Satoko Odagawa, ISS; Tokyo, Japan Akiko Ogawa. Kinesiology; Japan Katie E. Overstreet, Psychology ' ; Lynchburg, VA Kari C. Pabis, Kinesiology; Wilbraham, MA Angela D. Packard, IDLS; Herndon, VA ed and psyc 207 panus-zidzir Staci L. Panus, IDLS; Manassas, VA Bryan A. Pecoraro, Psychology; Lake Ronkonkoma, NY Teresa M. Poindexter, Kinesiology; Virginia Beach, VA George R. Reid, Kinesiology; Winchester, VA Gina M. Sajko, Psychology; Chesapeake, VA Brad S. Sanders, Psychology; Culpeper, VA Harold D. Sanders, Jr., Kinesiology; Harrisonburg, VA Kristin E. Sappio, Psychology; Byram, NY Katie S. Saunders, Psychology; East Lyme, CT Amanda K. Sawetz-Glasener, Psychology; Vienna, VA Jayme M. Saxon, Psychology; Chantilly, VA Pamela R. Scott. IDLS; Richmond, VA Allison C. Serkes, IDLS; Faber, VA Catrina M. Sims, IDLS; Madison, VA Donald C. Smith, Psychology; Harrisonburg, VA Johanna M. Smith, Psychology; Hockessin, DE Charles W. Smith II, Psychology; Winchester, VA Peter A. Smolin, ISS; Pennington, NJ Sara M. Sprouse, IDLS; Crozet, VA Scott M. Stein, Psychology; New Orleans, LA Gregory S. Stephenson, Kinesiology; Richmond, VA Stephanie B. Stephenson, Psychology; Portsmouth, VA Leslie D. Stone, Kinesiology; Woodbridge, VA Susan L. Street, IDLS; Fries, VA Peter E. Stuart, Kinesiology; Marshall VA Lisa A. Szott, Psychology; Herndon, VA Dorothy G. Tessier, Kinesiology; Williamsburg, VA Cynthia D. Thaxton, Psychology; Manassas, VA Jennifer A. Thomas, Psychology; Madison, VA Katie S. Thomas, Psychology; Harrisonburg, VA Lisa C. Thomasson, Psychology; Richmond, VA Andrea N. Tippett, Psychology; Pottsmouth, VA Jeana L. Upschulte, IDLS; Tannersville, PA Taylor N. Van Acker, Kinesiology; Medford, NJ Michael J. Walsh, Psychology; New Kent, VA Ryan C. Waters, IDLS; Lovettsville, VA Adam R. Weiss, IDLS; Goshen, NY Heather A. Westrick, Kinesiology; Yorktown, VA Aaron Wilson, IDLS; Falls Church, VA Laura A. Wilson, Kinesiology; Falls Church, VA Caroline C. Wist, Psychology; Charlottesville. VA Stacey L. Woodson. Kinesiology; Springfield, VA Alexis H. Zellner, Kinesiology; Stony Brook, NY Kristina Zidzir, Psychology; Orange VA 208 classes midniehtmadiK i when the clock strikes 12 Basketball season begins with midnight madness Crowds scream, lights flash, purple and gold balloons float to the ceiling. What better way to kick offa season than with all of your tans going wild? After several years ' absence. Midnight Madness was welcomed back by the university in full force. Midnight Madness was a way to kick off the basketball season for both the men ' s and women ' s teams. The first Midnight Madness event to ever take place was at the University of Man-land with coach Lefty Driesell, also former men ' s basketball coach at the university from 1988 to 1997. Since then, the craze has caught on all over the country. With about 3,000 people in attendance, the event was a hit. Starting at 10:30 p.m. at the Convocation Center, the crowd participated in many different contests. There was a three-point contest, dunk contest, raffle prizes, a ticket giveaway, and also a half-court shot contest with a full scholarship prize. After a video highlighting the previous season was shown to introduce the teams, they took the court and played a ten-minute game: first the women, then the men. Students seemed to think the events were entertaining and creative. I think the slam dunk contest probably got the most reaction from the students, said senior Mark Hoskins, president of the Student Duke Club. I think the starting line-up should be introduced like that at every game. The main lights being off and the spot light circling around the Convo would get everyone excited and loud. said Hoskins. Students weren ' t the only enthusiastic participants. The coaches enjoyed all the activities as well. Sherman Dillard, head coach of the men ' s team said, I really enjoy the atmosphere of Midnight Madness. I truly believe this is an ideal way to tip off the new season each and even ' year. Team members also got excited about Midnight Madness. Dillard said, Our plavers enjov the fact Alpha Sl 9 ma A| P na 5 v ■ ' ■ sisters show their that their friends, fellow students, and some of the communin ' folks attend Midnight Madness. It is called purple pride forthe l c cc- ■ i i r ii • i i i- i ■ i r basketball teams. tne first official practice, but for all intents and purposes what we try to accomplish is to give the tans a Groups competed in glimpse of the team bv introducing plavers and having various activities and a ven ' limited scrimmage. The spirit competions to r ' ° r ' b ■ e welcome in the 2002- players enjoy the audience and I can sense their adrenaline flowing. According to Ernst, both teams look 2003 basketball forward to the Midnight Madness festivities. It means that all the preseason workouts and anxiety held in Johnston can finally come out. The season is undenvay and games are about to start and that means it is our run tor the Colonial Athletic Association Championship. Who wouldn ' t be excited? The head coach of the women ' s team. Bud Childers, said that Midnight Madness was more of a ' basketball production. ' Our team ' s part is just a small piece of the evening ' s activities, but they do enjoy the crowd and the energy, he said. The night did not necessarily reflect the season, but it displayed the teams ' spirit and got the season underway. I don ' t think one practice, one event, or one game will make or break a season, but I feel it is important that we have a positive beginning and I felt strongly that our Midnight Madness this year was otacdy that, Dillard said. Childers said, I hope the students keep the enthusiasm for basketball they displayed at Midnight Madness. It would be tremendous if thev return to the games with that spirit. ■ rt - { — yf- y£- ed and psyc 209 college . of . integrated science f i technology lSclt ■ photo courtesy of photo services Katherine V. Adams, CSAD; Charollettesville, VA Josh Adler, Health Sciences; Virginia Beach VA John T. Alexander, ISAT; Morristown, NJ Kristy L. Alexander, Recreation Mgt; Norfolk, VA Michelle J. Alexander, Health Sciences; Hampton VA Don K. Allen, Geography; Virginia Beach VA Eric M. Allgaier, ISAT; Danville NJ Terry A. Altobello, Nursing; Woodbridge, VA Jamie L. Andrews, Nursing; Prince George, VA Gina M. Anzuini, Social Work; Highstown, NJ Laura B. Arm, Health Sciences; Herndon, VA AnastasiaJ. Armstrong, Health Sciences; Stafford VA Jason B. Aulfto, Health Sciences; Pittsgrove NJ Barry R. Baines, Health Sciences; Chesapeake, VA Kenneth E. Bandy, Computer Science; Towson, MD A. Rebecca Barrett, CSAD; Danville, VA Irma R. Barton, Nursing; Woodstock, VA Melissa A. Batenic, Dietetics; Wilmington, DE Tina L. Battuello, Health Sciences; Warrenton, VA Christina A. Bauman, CSAD; McLean VA Heather L. Bennett, CSAD; Fredericksburg, VA Leah M. Benson, ISAT; Buchanan, NY Elissa A. Betar, Health Sciences; Oak Ridge NJ Anna E. Black, Health Sciences; Chesapeake, VA Tracy L. Black, Health Sciences; Preston, CT Susan F. Blair, Social Work; Suffolk, VA Tracy E. Blanchard, Health Assessment; Sufflock, VA Allie Blatch. Social Work; Burke VA Kristin S. Bouley, Social Work; Springfield, VA [enna E. Bourne, ISAT; Northeastern, MA Marshall W Bowles, ISAD; Suffolk, VA Brent M. Bradley, ISAT; New Castle, VA Ashley M. Brady, CSAD; Toms River, NJ Molly M. Brady, Therapeutic Recreation; Oakton, VA Jessica N. Bramhall, ISAT; Leesburg, VA Tara E. Breeden, Comm Sci Disorders; Culpeper, VA Rebecca S. Breinig, Health Sciences; Pittburg, PA Leslie F. Bristow, Nursing; Shacklefords, VA Amy E. Brown, ISAT; Landenberg, PA Andrea L. Bunch, Health Sciences; Chesapeake, VA Shannon L. Burcroff, Health Sciences; Herndon, VA Robert S. Burghart, Computer Science; Montclair, VA Michael Burker, Computer Science; Massapequa Park, NY Jennifer R. Byrne, CSAD; Budd Lake, NJ Lisa M. Caiozzo, Sports Mgt; Glen Head NY Will M. Camnitz, ISAT; Greenville, NC Jeremy A. Carbaugh, Computer Science; Stephens City, VA Christine P. Carl, CSD; Salisbury Mills, NY isat 211 carlton-hamill Kevin S. Carlton, ISAT; Darnestown, MD Jennifer R. Carter, Health Sciences; Herndon, VA Julie A. Cernosek, Nursing; Crofton, MD Andrew J. Chamaj, Computer Science; Falls Church, VA [ennifer D. Champion, Dietetics; Roanoke, VA Nathan S. Charles, ISAT; Pewaukee, WI Lina N. Ciarleglio, ISAT; Fredericksburg, VA Jessica Cichowicz, ISAT; Melbourne, Australia Allison W. Cleland, CSD; Mansfield, PA Margo S. Clarke, Health Sciences; Hume, VA Valerie A. Cohen, Health Sciences; Wilmington DE Brian L. Coker, ISAT; Manassas, VA Tom L. Collins, CIS; Caroline County, VA Christine P. Corl, CSAD; Salisburg Mills, NY Lisa M. Cotton, Nursing; Norfolk, VA Amy L. Crabtree, Nursing; Midlothian, VA Gordon T. Crane, ISAT; Fork Union, VA Derek R. Dauberman, ISAT; Highland, MD Jennifer E. Davis, Dietetics; Cumberland, VA Amanda R. DeLizzio, Health Sciences; Yorktown, VA Urmil K. Dharamsi, ISAT; Culpeper, VA Carolyn M. Dickerson, Health Sciences; Manassas, VA Rachael M. Doggett, Health Services; Windsor, VA Shannon M. Doran, ISS; Stafford, VA Abigail M. Dosch, Nursing; Springfield, VA iryan B. Driskell, Computer Science; Colonial Beach, VA Caren Elm, ISS; Edinburg, VA Stephanie F. Engel, Computer Science; Woodbridge, VA Laura E. Erickson, Nursing; Arlington, VA William C. Ethridge II, Geography; King George, VA Brandon C. Fish, ISAT; Chesapeake, VA Andra P. Footland, ISAT; Arlington, VA Amanda A. Ford, ISAT; Burke, VA Julia C. Forman, Nursing; Severna Park, MD Chad R. Foti, Geography; Yorktown, NY Dana Francis, ISAT; Malverne, NY Courtney E. Frank, Health Sciences; Virginia Beach, VA Rhonda L. Frazier, Nursing; Weyers Cave, VA Julia T Freed, Social Work; Manassas, Va Knsten M. Gar) ' , Health Sciences; Richmond, VA Laura B. Gendreau, Health Sciences; Swansea, MA Ellie R. Gibberman, Health Sciences, Newport News, VA Molly I . ( liguere, Nursing; Chapel Hill, NC Andrew M. Glenn, ISA ' ! ' ; Annandale, VA Amy J. Goss, 1SAF; Richmond, VA ChristinaS. Graven, [SAT; Fairfax, VA I ee V. ( Irieco, ISAT; Harrisonburg, VA Julie L. Grigsby, 1 lealth V iences; Warrenton, VA 212 classes fundra operation santa claus Students reach out to needy children through donations Hundreds of studenrs piled into the Grafton-Stovall Theater for a break from studying tor finals to experience Operation Santa Claus. After a week-long collection of donations conducted by the Theta Chi order fraternity, students enjoyed live performances by various a cappella groups and a special appearance by Santa Claus himself. A toy or monev donation was required to receive admission into the theater. I donated a toy because I was really excited about going to the toy store. 1 know that all kids love toys and since I am the youngest person in mv whole family and am 21, I never get to buy toys. I thought it would be fun! said senior Christina Manz. Sophomore Julie Nagel chose to donate a pack of fun glitter crayons because kids of any age enjoy coloring and the glitter made them extra fun! Navarrete considered the idea of Operation Santa Claus to be quite novel. He said, it achieves many goals at once. It cultivates JMU Dressed as Santa Claus, juniorTodd Harrisonburg relations, raises monev and gifts for local children, and gives students a positive studv break. Detveiler brin 9 animated Christmas ° ' or. spirit to Operation Santa Claus. Overall, I am very happy with the event, as I feel that it is unique in its purpose and trulv reaches out to the Operation Santa Claus brought community. Senior Lisa Cecchini agreed with Navarrete. I think most people want to give to the less fortunate especially around the holiday season, but really do not know what they can do. This is a small meaningful gesture accompanied with spiritual and physical rewards. It ' s a beautiftil thing to see so many students participate. Local families who were touched by the kindness of these students also attended the event. Cecchini said, A lady who is a foster parent actually brought one of the foster children to the event. It was a tangible reminder of why we were doing this to begin with. It always helps to put everything into perspective. Navarrete experienced something similar. At the end of the night, I was approached by a member of another foster children organization. They were so impressed with the night ' s event that they reached out for help in developing a ' Christmas in July ' program. As of now, we are in the process of collaborating on our ideas. The best part of the night for the Operation Santa Claus committee was two-fold. First, said Navarrete, was how manv people came out to support the cause. The second was at the end of the night when we get to tally up everything that we ' ve collected and hand it right over to social services. It ' s such a rewarding feeling and you can tell how proud each committee member is. Operation Santa Claus proved that many students held to the belief that it is more blessed to give than to receive. At the conclusion of the night, students were already ready for more. Stephanie Ashley commented, Let ' s do it again next year! ■ Michelle L. Grover. Sports Mgt.; Suffolk, VA April E. Grubbs, Health Sciences; Louisa, VA Alyssa Hall, CSD; Beaverdam, VA Carolyn Hally, Dietetics: Bethlehem, PA Hilary M. Hamby, CSAD; Blacksburg, VA Margaret Hamill. Computer Science; Mahopac, NY together a cappella groups to raise money for toys for needy families. ■ Photo by Gina Indellicate Overflowing the table with presents, students gave either an unwra pped gift or S5 for admission to Operation Santa Claus. A full house occupied Grafton Stovall Theater for a night of a capella concerts. ■ Photo by Gina Indellicate isat 213 soul searching Intervarsity gets to the bottom of life ' s unanswered questions Whar is truth? Is there a God? What happens when you die? Deep questions, especially when asked by a stranger with a video camera. Students may have noticed fellow classmates being interviewed in various places around campus over the last three semesters. Several members or InterVarsiry Christian Fellowship conducted the interviews, which they dubbed Man on the Street. IVCF is a national student organization whose goal is to share Christ ' s love on college campuses. I think one aspect of loving people is listening to them, explained IVCF staff worker CJ Goeller. [The interviews] help us better understa nd how to respond to people, where they are, with the truth of Jesus. They make us more sensitive in our approach, he said. Starting in the fall of 2001, three or four Man on the Street videos were produced each semester. A typical day of taping lasted from rwo to three hours. Goeller and Weber walked around campus in search of subjects, asking random students if they would mind answering a few questions. Their inquiries ranged from What are you looking forward to this year? to Why don ' t people go to church? to Who is Jesus? People are generallv always receptive, Weber said. It ' s a college campus, so the idea of talking about deep questions is open and even desired. The crew usually interviewed thirty to forty people in a given taping session, recording about one hour of footage total. We try to be sure we ask men and women, and be racially and socially diverse as well, Goeller explained. We want to represent the university. We look for answers that are genuine and insightful, that seem to InterVaristy intern Willis Weber interviews represent an accurate picture of what society is feeling, Weber added junior Anthony Schach outside the library. while sophomore Jeffrey Young mans the video camera. The IV camera crew stopped random student to ask qustions about their opinions and beliefs. m Photo by Jessica Taylor After the footage had been compressed into a short video, complete with background music, the final tapes were shown at IVCF ' s Large Group meetings on Friday nights. In addition to better understanding their peers, the videos were also meant to help viewers ask themselves these important questions. We 11 often run the question across the screen at the end of the video, to make people in the audience think about what their answer would be, junior Mike Donohue added. The method seemed to be effective. Several IVCF attendees felt that the tapes helped them gain perspective and better understand their peers. [They ' re] showing what ' s out there in a reallv unique and creative way, said freshman Rachel McCray. It confirms what I already believe by allowing me to compare it to what others believe, said freshman Rebekah Carter. The IVCF cameramen felt that the whole taping, editing, and viewing process helped satisfy- a need in the community for listening and for pondering life ' s deep questions. They ' re questions we think about a lot, but don ' t often put into words, said Weber. ■ rf • , t — yy Christina E. Hammer, CSD;Towson, MD Kevin J. Hancock, ISAT; Glen Allen, VA Jerad M. Hanlon, Health Services Admin.; Richmond, VA Brendan B. Hannemann. ISAT; Springfield, VA Jessica L. Harkness, CSD; Manassas, VA Alyse N. Harlan, Health Sciences; New Kent, VA 214 classes hammer -mcelroi Melissa L. Heath, CSD; Newport News, VA Christopher P. Heisey, Sports Mgt.; Lake Ridge, VA Larissa R. Heller, Recreation Mgt.; Hampton, VA Michael J. Heller, ISAT; Fair Lawn, NJ Sheila R. Heller, Nursing; Fairfax, VA Harry A. Hibbitts, Geology; Charlottesville, VA Ashla C. Hill, TSC; Williamsburg, VA Carolyn W. Hoffman, Health Sciences; Burke, VA Erika M. Hoffman, ISAT; Roanoke, VA Michael W. Hollandsworth, ISAT; Roanoke, VA Regina L. Holley, Social Work; Rocky Mount, VA Pamela D. Hoppes, Nursing; Richmond, VA Jon A. Huesdash, ISAT; Stahlstown, PA Ronald-Paul O. Javier, ISAT; Manila, Philippines Allison D. Johnson, CSAD; Danville, VA Allison L. Johnson, Nursing; Sutherland, VA Daniel A. Jordan, Recreation Mgt.; Woodbridge, VA Jeni J. Josephson, CSD; Corning, NY Stephen H. Kam, ISAT; Springfield, VA Virginia L. Keller, Social Work; Virginia Beach, VA Jason D. Kidd, Computer Science; Daleville, VA Keri T Kidd, Health Service Admin.; Roanoke, VA James T Kim, Sports Mgt.; Santa Cruz, CA Michelle C. Klima, Health Sciences; Fairfax, VA Lisa B. Kovener, Health Sciences; Massapequa Park, NY Amber B. Krause, Health Sciences; Litirz, PA Katie E. Langley, CSAD; York, PA Ashley L. Lanteigne, CSD; Virginia Beach, VA Annie T Lee, Computer Science; Fairfax, VA Melissa L. Leonetti, ISAT; Manahawkin, NJ Matthew G. Liberati, Computer Science; Forest Hill, MD Victoria E. Liedel, Health Sciences; Stafford, VA Jessie R. Lish, ISAT; Clinton, NJ Annika R. Liskey, Health Sciences; Keezletown, VA Mark E. Lotts II, ISAT; Stuarts Draft, VA William T. Lyddane, ISAT; Annandale, VA Timothy S. Lyle, ISAT; Poca, WV Elise J. Macchio, Health Sciences; Springfield, VA Brian M. MacLeod, Computer Science; Williamsburg, VA Heather N. Makowka. CSD; Fairfax, VA Zacharv M. Mansell, Healh Sciences; Virginia Beach, VA [aclvn F. Marsano, Health Sciences; West Caldwell, NJ Leah E. Martin, Nursing; Chespeake, VA Amy R. Martz, Health Sciences; Glen Allen, VA Mallory J, .Mathews, Health Sciences; Richmond. A Stephen M. Mathieu, Computer Science; Richmond, VA Shannon K. McClure, CSD; Bel Air, MD Kevin J. McElroy, Health Sciences; Virginia Beach, VA isat 215 mcgee-shannonhouse Kate M. McGee, ISAT; Baltimore, MD Maura A. McGovern. Health Sciences; Alexandria, VA Matthew G. McHale, ISAT; Bellmore, NY Jane M. McHugh, Computer Science; East Brunswick, NJ Richard K McNeish. ISAT. Vienna, VA Russell M. Meyer, ISAT; Fredricksburg, VA Peter J. Miles, ISAT; Lynchburg, VA Jessica N. Miller, Health Sciences; Chantilly, VA Tara N. Miller, Health Admin.; Danbury, CT Kandice N. Minor, Health Sciences; Fairfax, VA Melissa C. Montgomery. Nursing: Ardmote, PA Lauren A. Moore, Health Sciences; Midlothian, VA Jennifer L. Morrison, Nursing; Woodbridge, VA Ryan F. Murphy, ISAT; Columbia. MD Melinda B. Nester, Health Sciences; Martinsville, VA [enifet A. Newnam, Health Sciences; Chesapeake, VA Long H. Nguyen. CIS; Annandale, VA Thi N. Nguyen, ISAT; Richmond, VA Jesse S. Nielson, ISAT; Fairfax, VA Kara K. Norcross, CSD; Vinton, VA Sonja C. Norell. Nursing; Oakton, VA Nancy A. O ' Brien, Computer Science; Franklin Square, NY Emily Marie Osl, Health Sciences; Columbia, VA Matthew D. Pappicco, Sports Mgt.; Park Ridge, NJ Lindy M. Patterson, Nutsing; .Ashland, VA Jade P. Pavel, Health Sciences; Springfield, VA Jennifer L. Pazmino, Social Work; Vienna, VA Benjamin T Peacock. Sports Mgt.; St. Louis, MO Bryant C. Phillips. Computet Science; Pawtucket, RI Jessica E. Pierce, Health Sciences; Woodbtidge, VA Brian N. Pino, ISAT; Broomall, PA Amy M. Powell, ISAT; Franklinville, NJ Alena F. Preddy, Health Sciences; Goochland, VA Jessica L. Ptice, CSD; Arlington. VA Rebecca J. Price, CSD; Stafford, VA Tariq A. Rabie, Computer Science; Cairo, Egypt Puneet R. Railan, ISAT; Springfield, VA Rebecca A. Richardson, Health Sciences; Yotktown, VA Lauren M. Riley, CSAD; Martinsburg, VW Nicholas S. Ringler, ISAT; Newport News, VA Carrie E. Robbins, CSAD; Portsmouth, VA Molly M. Roberts. Health Sciences; Leesbutg, VA Sara E. Rumbley, CSAD; Crozet, VA Lisa M. Sager, Health Sciences; Centreville, VA Peter G. Salmon, ISAT; Amherst, NH Lisa Santra, CSAD; Elkins, VW Cassandra M. Sayler, Nursing; Woodbridge, VA Whitney A. Schmalenberger, Health Sciences; Deltaville. VA 216 classes I sneakp reviews sneakin a peak Students get to preview the latest flicks for free A typical school night might find the commons rathet emptv, but when a sneak peek came to town, students swatmed around Grafton-Stovall Theatre. About three sneak peeks were brought to campus each semester, each attracting large crowds. With Grafton-Stovall ' s capacity of only 622 people, and an average of 700 to 750 people expecting to view each flick, there was always some disappointment towards the back or the line for those students who did not make it in. Senior Anthony Marchegiano, president of the University Program Board (UPB) film committee, said people constantly wait around outside after we tell them that the theatre is full, thinking that somehow seats are magically going to appear for them to sit in. People always try to bribe me and other people to letting them in In order to avoid being turned away, many students chose to get in line hours before the movie was scheduled to begin. One of the first in line for the sneak peek ot Red Dragon, on October 2nd, sophomore Lauren Greenfield said, I got in line at 5 p.m., and the movie was supposed to begin at 10 p.m. 1 was surprised by how long the line got; I never expected it to go past Chick-Fil-A. Others chose to meet up with their friends in line so they would not be waiting for hours. Sophomore Zach Diaz said, My friends got in line at 7:30, 1 joined them at about 9:15. I usually don ' t go to sneak peeks because they get so crowded. For those who were new to sneak peeks, a surprise was in store when thev decided to get in line just before the movie began, or sometimes even two hours before it was about to start. Sophomore Justin Gray said, I was unable to get into Red Dragon. My group was about 30 people short of getting in to see it. I wouldn ' t say I was upset, just disappointed. I have been to previous free movie nights and if you get in line about an hour and a half before the movie starts, you normally get in. Next time I am just going to get in line two hours before the movie starts. Marchegiano ' s duty as president was to keep free sneak peeks coming to campus. UPB has contacts with numerous marketing and advertising agencies, and we use these ' advance screenings ' as a chance to advertise a product to the college students, he said. So we keep an open dialogue with these agencies all year, hoping to get as many sneak previews as we can, because I know the student body enjoys free advance Lacking the sneak previews mob, Grafton Stovall served as an auditorium for speakers as well as movies. Showing movies at S2.50 a piece was a good opportunity for students on campus to have some entertainment on the weekends. ■ Photo by Emily Koch Standing in line to see Red Dragon, students lined up past D-hall to catch the free sneak peak. Grafton Stovall had limited seating, which became a problem for the huge line that wasn ' t admitted to the movie. ■ Photo by Gina Indellicate screenings. 7 t - i r - cfas i +, Kathleen M. Sciarini, Social Work; Springfield, VA Bridgette M. Seidell, Health Sciences; Nesconset, NY Lindsey D. Semon, Health Sciences; Hampton, VA Jennifer E. Senseny, Health Sciences; Alexandria, VA Chip F. Seymour Jr., Computer Science; Glen Allen, VA Traci L. Shannonhouse, CSAD; Lynchburg, VA isat 217 how do you plead? Robert Keefer provides legal advice to students in trouble Educating the students helps everyone because it helps ensure that we retain our natural rights, said Robert Keefer, Esq., attorney at law. Keefer helped defend students in traffic, drug and alcohol-related offenses. Some of these violations included underage possession of alcohol, open container, drunk in public and driving under the influence. Keefer spent three semesters teaching a political science class at the university. I really enjoyed teaching as it is sort of in my blood. What 1 find myself doing now is teaching students about their rights as described in the United States and Virginia Constitutions, Keefer said. Keefer said he did not realize the situation until a few years ago. Martin Solomon, who was commonly known as Marry from 534-RIDE, told me about the heavy policing of the students. When Mr. Solomon was arrested for giving students free rides to prevent drunk driving, I became involved. After I represented Mr. Solomon, I started working with the students. Attorneys, according to Keefer, had an obligation to inform and educate the ____ _ 3 community about their rights and freedoms. If we allow ourselves to forget about our rights, we will lose them, he explained. Keefer added that if a student could understand what his or her free rights were when finished with school, than they would be able to help protect others and their natural rights. The passing of knowledge from himself to others, was Keefer ' s favorite part of his job. Keefer had set up a webpage at wunu.Iwantmylawyer.orgvfh.ext students could find his I Want My Lawyer cards. The cards included statements that Keefer suggested students use when put in bad situations with the police. Some of these statements included I assert my Fifth Amendment, I don ' t consent to any tests except under DUI implied consent, and Don ' t question me. Sometimes people do not understand what I am doing when I attempt to provide them with information. They become offended because they think I am accusing them of illegal acts. I am not. Keefer explained that he just wanted people to know why lames Madison made the Bill of Rights in our Constitution. I enjoy teaching the students about their rights because in the present circumstances they see how these fundamental natural rights affect their everyday lives. It is sort of ironic that I am doing this at James Madison University as Madison was the father of the Bill of Rights. ■ tf! g :£ £•?; Sitting in his office on S. Main St., Robert Keefer handled cases from the communit and the university population. Keefer advertised to students through wallet size cards, ads in the Breeze, and distributing bottle openers. ■ Photo by Gina Indellicate Yassaman Shayesteh, Computer Science; Potomac, MD Lauren B. Shear, ISAT; Concord, MA Maryann E. Shehan, ISAT; Chesapeake, VA Keisha M. Shelton, Nursing; Chatham, VA Samantha E. Shepherd, Health Sciences; Roanoke, VA Sarah C. Shipplett, Health Sciences; Staunton, VA Serih A. Shreve, ISAT; Richmond, VA Christopher R. Simons, Computer Science; Chantilly, VA Christina E. Sniarr, CSD; Springfield, VA Carrie I .. Smithwick, Health Services; Newport News, VA Janet D. Sobel, ISAT; Lorton, VA Valerie M. Sommer, Social Work; Richmond, VA 218 classes Melanie E. Stein, Health Sciences; Virginia Beach, VA [Catherine D. Stockburger, Geographic Science; Roanoke, VA Jennifer L. Strasbaugh, Health Sciences; Oakton, VA Kathleen J. Stupec, ISAT; Fairfax Station. VA Katrina D. Summers. Nursing; Fredricksburg, VA Donald J, Swan, ISAT; Ellicort Ciry, MD Richard S. Sweeney, Health Sciences; Suffolk, VA Erik L. Swensson, Computer Science; Vienna, VA Sarah W Taggart, CSD; Dumfries, VA SevanaTahmassian, ISAT; Great Falls. VA John Templeton, ISAT; Richmond, VA Kendra M. Theurer, ISAT; Glen Allen, VA Benjamin C. Thomas, ISAT; Mechanics ille. VA Erik K. Thomas, ISAT; Burke. VA Lisa C. Tibbs, Social Work; Rockville, VA Amanda R. Tinnell, Health Sciences; Chester, VA Carolyn L. Todd, Health Sciences; Norfolk, VA Anita Tonakarn, Health Sciences; Arlington, VA Carrie L. Townshend. Health Sciences; Callaw, VA Rhonda J. Tucker, CSD; Suffolk, VA Shannon L. Turlip, Nursing; Virginia Beach, VA Meg K. Turner. CSAD; Midlothian, VA Sarah M. Turse, ISAT; Medford, NJ Tyson J. Utt, ISAT; Winchester, VA John B. Van Auken, Geographc Sciences; Richmond, VA David R. VanLuvanee. ISAT; Newtown, PA Beth A. Vigliotti, ISAT; Westminster, MD Alexis J. VogI, Health Sciences; Reston, VA [ason A. Wallenhorst, Health Sciences; Great Falls, VA Lauren M. Weaver. Nursing; Alexandria, VA Alexander J. Welch, Recreation Mgt,; Fairfax, VA Andrew R. Welri, ISAT; Leesburg, VA Lorena K. Whalan. Nursing; Fairfax Station, VA Brian C. Whited. ISAT; Fredricksburg. VA Aaron L. Williams, Health Sciences; Roanoke, VA Kerry V. Williams, ISAT; Fairfax Station, VA Marhonda Y. Williams, Recreation; South Boston, VA Ryan M. Winters, ISAT; East Brunswick, NJ Candice E. Wise, ISAT; Fairfax Station, VA Nikki P. Woods, Social Work; River Edge, NJ Elizabeth A. Worster, Health Sciences; Long Valley, NJ Nan Xia, ISAT; Falls Church, VA Jean N. Ward, Health Sciences; Fairfax, VA Kyle R. Yeager, Sports Mgt.; Midlothian, VA Jennifer E. Zabadoski, Social Work; Manassas, VA Nicholas M. Zerby. Health Sciences; Wyomissing, PA Molly R. Zimpel, CSD; Occoquan, VA isat 219 college i of matn • science .b urruss hall. photo by alison Johnston adeniji-silvester Akin Adeniji, Biology; Staten Island, NY Charles W. Arnold, Physics; Suffolk, VA Steven M. Bernacki, Biology; Farmington, CT Danielle E. Calloway, Math; Centreville, VA Crystal M. Cammarano, Geology; Westbury, NY Man ' E. Cunningham, Math; Elmira, NY Rebecca H. Daner, Biology; Richmond, VA Andrea G. DeGaetanl, Biology; Sterling, VA Kelly I. Dickson, Math; Farmington, CT Matthew A. Dunn, Chemistry; Cheltenham, PA Erin L. Edwards, Chemistry; Livingston, NJ Branden A. Fulciniti, Biology; Pittsburgh, PA Cambria W Carman, Math; Winchester, VA Dan K. Gibson-Reinemer, Biology; Arlington, VA Eva G. Goedhart, Math; Stetling, VA Michele L. Hargrave, Biology; Haddonfield, NJ Sabrina K. Harshbarger, Biology; Chesapeake, VA Joanne K. Hobbs, Biology; Virginia Beach, VA Sarah Javaid. Biology; McLean, VA Pamela D. Jeffry, Chemistry; Tom ' s River, NJ Angela Kapetanakis, Biology; Great Falls, VA Peter Kurtz, Biology; Harrisonburg, VA Maria L. Laguzzi, Biology; Herndon, VA Mary R. Lee, Math; Montclair, VA Jennifer A. Loder, Biology; McLean, VA Ellen M. Luckring, Math; Yorktown, VA Lisa E. Marshall, Biology; Arlington, VA Susan E. Martin, Biology; Yorktown, VA Joseph A. Meiburger, Geology; Springfield, VA Caroline C. Mellard, Biology; Midlothian, VA Tracey C. Messina, Biology; Alexandria, VA Nicole E, Morris, Chemistry; Ship Bottom, NJ Carolyn L. Nguyen, Biology; Arlington, VA [onathon B. Posthumus, Biology; Wayne, NJ Cheryl T Pruiett, Geology; Clifton, VA Jennifer N. Rankin, Biology; Suffolk, VA Akhil Rastogi. Biology; Fairfax, VA Sarah L. Ringler, Biology; Smithfield, VA Ellen K. Rosenthal, Biology; Great Falls, VA Devin T Scherer, Biology; Herndon, VA Christine M. Schoonmaker, Biology; Centreville, VA Sara R. Silvester, Biology; Charlottesville, VA math and science 221 :prome Standing aside their lighthouse, the roomates show their smiles and animation. Living in a former fraternity house, the girls added a Christmas touch during the winter season. ■ Photo by Gina Indellicate guiding light 1 1 girls find faith and fun under one roof Eleven girls. Two bathrooms. One house. Would you be able to survive? The house at 657 Main Street was home to senior Jen Ackerman, and juniors Annie Provencher, Beth Sparrow, Betsy Keck, Crystal D ' Elosua, Ellyn Galloway, Kathryn Dengler, Michelle Farino, Rebecca Hedger, Sarah Fletcher, and Trang Nyguen. Eleven girls with 1 1 different personalities, yet they all shared one thing in common, they could not imagine living anywhere but with each other. The girls, except for three, met in McGraw Long Hall their first year. Galloway knew the neighbors and they suggested the house next door, which was previously a fraternity house. Prior to the girls ' move-in, Craig Smith, the landlord, made a lot of repairs to the three-story home. He refinished the hardwood floor on the main level, replaced all of the windows and some kitchen appliances, re-carpeted the attic, walled in Annie ' s room, repainted the exterior, and cleaned the basement. Upon moving in, the girls painted each room in the house a different color. There were six bedrooms for nine or the girls and the attic where two others lived. We were overwhelmed with gifts and baked goods, Sparrow said about the week they moved in. The girls felt very safe in the house. We know our neighbors and the people right behind us, and the landlord lives right across the street, Provencher said. Having Smith so close made them feel more comfortable because if there was a problem they could just walk across the street. The girls said they wanted to move into a house because of the atmosphere. It appealed to them more then moving into an apartment or staying on campus. I like being able to hang out twenty-four seven with my best friends, Fletcher said. The girls enjoyed the extended support system that living with so many roommates created. It is more of a sanctuary. Someone will always be there to comfort, Sparrow explained. They were afraid that so many people would get in the way of studying, but the house was so big that they could close their bedroom doors and leave the noise on the other side. Provencher said that she thought that was a definite advantage to not living in an apartment. If you have people over in an apartment it affects everyone there, she said. The girls said they felt like adults, but retained the ability to goof-oft. One thing that they noticed early in the first semester was even though they were all best friends, they were never spending time together. So, to resolve this issue, they started having house meetings every Sunday and spending at least half an hour per night concentrating on one girl. Each girl had their own role; one to make sure everyone was included, one in charge of money, one to organize and so on. During their sessions each night, they would choose one girl to focus their attention on. They would do whatever she wanted to from watching a movie to painting nails. Sparrow said, It ' s time to spend together each night to keep bonds. ■ fit, fit i j. j-rt iy 222 classes sinop Maria C. Sinopoli, Math; Washington, D. C. Man ' K. Sokolowski, Math; Glen Rock, NJ Laura A. Strano, Math; Tom ' s River, NJ Julie A. Thacker, Biology; Roanoke, VA Am) ' K. Varner, Biology; Woodbridge. VA Balmary Vazquez, Biology; Woodbridge, VA Sean M. Walsh, Physics; Arlington, VA Kitrina L. Wargo, Biology; Oakton, VA Stephanie L. Weaver, Geology; Landing, NJ Andrew W. Werner, Physics; Burke, VA Stephanie A. Wilkins, Math; Fredericksburg, VA Lydia D. Yancey, Biology; South Boston, VA Denise A. Zannino, Biology; Richmond, VA Eleni N. Zavros, Math; Succasunna, NJ math and science 223 eKf : -M . 1 1 B MHHCoBiKZBaEXaKSni £ 4 dogs on the quad the quad ' s best friend The Quad serves as a fun spot for students and dogs alike On warm, sunny days, it was not uncommon to see a few dogs running around and playing on the Quad. Many students chose to have dogs in their apartments and houses off campus. These canine friends provided their owners with companionship and also brought smiles to the races of students who were catching some rays between classes. Though manv apartment complexes did not allow students to have dogs, some tenants found ways to sneak them in. Several landlords did allow tenants to have pets, however. Junior Rebekah Mevers said, Mv landlords charged S25 a month in pet rent and normally a Si 50 pet deposit but they just waived that tor me when I told them that my fund were tieht and promised I would take eood care of [mv doe]. b r e beautiful weather on A dog did not have enough room in a small apartment to run around and get exercise, so owners campus. Keeping his used the Quad as a place to tire the dogs out and let them run wild. Rosie, Meyers ' seven-year-old golden not always easv retriever, preferred to stav close to her owner, although on occasion, she likes to walk up to random people especially when he iri lil ec j t0 unexpectedly just to say hi. Meyers brought Rosie to the Quad every Tuesday and Thursday when the weather was pleasant. Not only did this time provide some fun for Rosie, but it gave Meyers an excuse to study outside. When students brought their dogs to the Quad, they generally attracted a lot of attention from other students. On his first visit, Deuce, an eight-week-old lab and chow mix, was surrounded by people wanting to pet him. His owner, sophomore Viet Tran, did not have a backyard where Deuce could play, so he chose to hang out with him on campus. Sophmore Keith Derenouard and his dog Bailey enjoy the wake people up on the Quad. ■ Photo by Alison Johnston 226 Sarah B. Abecti Ingrid M. Abrahamson Cameron E. Adams Jennifer Adu John A. Alger Kristen M. Altobello Jesse C. Argenziano ( Iregory M. Asma Mark T. Bahnuk Mollv 1. Baker Andrew P. Ballard Sarah E. Barber Ashley L. Berkhimer Amanda B. Berman John M. Bjorge Kcllev Boom classes abetti-caulfield It ' s a doggie-dog day on the Quad for these dogs, both named Bailey. Both the owners and the dogs saw the Quad as a great opportunity to socialize, a Photo by Alison Johnston Most students welcomed the sight of dogs on the Quad. Sophomore Amy Johnson spent time on the Quad for a few hours every day and was greeted by dogs about twice a week. It ' s cute when they run over to you, she said. Juniors Katie Knapp and Jamie van Devander agreed that dogs on the Quad were fun as long as owners cleaned up any messes. It ' s cool to see the dogs do tricks, they give the Quad a fun atmosphere said freshman Verena Sewberath-Misser. While dogs were usually an enjoyable diversion for people hanging out on the Quad, thev could get their owners into a bit of trouble at times. Sophomore Keith Derenouard said that his dog, Bailev, once ran over to and woke up someone who was taking a nap. Senior Jack Ward remembered a time when he was playing frisbee and a dog came up and stole it. In spite of the incident. Ward said, I still play with the frisbee, and welcome dogs on the Quad. Tyson Brown once saw a guy playing fetch with his dog while another guy a few yards away was just talking to a friend and not paying attention to the dog. The ball rolled through the guy ' s legs, and the dog knocked the guy over trying to chase it. Despite a few incidents that were too playful for some, the dogs gave a fresh personality to the Quad. People who live in apartments don ' t have many places to take their dogs, said Knapp, thev were a welcome addition to the campus atmosphere. ■ pCf, stca ee - c n -i C 7 Leslie A. Bourke Michele . Bowers Joseph J. Bracconier Amanda M. Brock Stacey E. Brock Cherie M. Brown Michael L. Brown Glenn J. Bukowski Amy C. Buder Nicole M. Buyalos Travis L. Campbell Carolyn E. Carpenter Morgan R. Carter Rebecca L. Carter Erin K. Cassidy Megan T. Caulfield juniors 227 jason peace a king of his dominion Jason Peace brings in a crowd at Paramounts King ' s Dominion Junior Jason Peace is all smiles during his Pop Show performance at King ' s Dominion. He was one of six to be hired out of 100 who auditioned. ■ Photo courtesy of Jason Peace Imagine spending everyday of summer vacation at Paramounts King ' s Dominion. That ' s exactly what junior Jason Peace did. Peace, a Music Education major, worked as a singer and dancer in the Pop Show, a performance dedicated to current pop songs, at the King ' s Dominion theme park in Ashland, Virginia. Peace received what he claimed a wonderful experience by winning the audition. For Pop Show, auditions were held in many places in and around the state of Virginia and even c ame to campus. Out of more than 100 singers and dancers who tried out, only six people were hired. Once he was hired. Peace had costume fittings and practices on the weekends, even while he was attending classes. We learned the whole show three weeks in Mav before the show actually began, Peace said. We also had clean-up rehearsals to keep the show at its best during the season. Peace ' s summer was very hectic, with only Tuesdays off each week. Each day his show was performed four times with the exception of Saturday when it was shown five times. Even though he spent all day at the theme park. Peace had very little time to actually enjoy the park attractions. After we got off or before shifts we could ride the rides, but not while on the clock, he said. Peace said that his favorite part of the job was getting paid for what he loved to do. Besides singing and dancing, he enjoyed meeting all Raymond S. Clark Brandon M. Cline Laura L. Couch (Catherine M. Crooks Lindsay M. Crouch Lauren M. Culin Erin I . Cundiff Amanda C. Dean I uke 1). I )ejarnette Jennifer L. Desborough I on i Duncan Ricardo H. Echalar Ann E. Espinoza Matthew D. Eubank I andace I ' I letcher Kimberly I ) I raru 228 classes clark-helsley He performed four times daily and five times on Saturday. ■ Photo courtesy of Jason Peace the people involved. Peace said that his cast was quite pleasant and there was no animosity between any of so | os - lory Days by them. It was quite an experience spending almost everv second of vour time with five other people vou Bruce Springsteen, junior Jason Peace didnt know before that summer. Peace felt that the job strengthened his career goals as well. I want to makes his presence perform before 1 begin teaching music and this type of job helps vou build up your confidence as a performer, Peace said. A job like this could teach a singer how their voice could handle the pressure of performing. Vocally, theme parks really do completely drain your voice, but in my case it strengthened it, Peace said. He admitted that it was difficult to sing four to five shows a dav with his best voice at all times. After the summer was over, Peace really noticed a positive change in his voice. The Pop Show featured a variety of todays hit music. Each person in the group had a certain number of solos. Peace had two, which were Pacific Coa st Partv by Smashmouth and Glory Days by Bruce Springsteen. Other songs that the group performed included Get the Party Started by Pink, Escape by Enrique Iglesias, and Can ' t Fight the Moonlight by Leanne Rimes. Peace recommended the job to anvone that had a desire to perform. Vou have to be committed and willing to do a lot of hard work, he warned He planned on getting a similar job again in the following summer, It not at King ' s Dominion then hopefully at another theme park or even on a cruise ship. ■ n t Elizabeth L. Friend Brian P. Gallahan Jason A. Garrett Khali! P. Garriott Carrie T. Gibson Adrienne G. Gonzalo Jennifer A. Granito Jennifer L. Gray K.uherine M. Guss Rachel W. Ha?er Charlene R. Hall Brian J. Hannon Tiffany N. Hash Amanda L. Hayes Christopher T. Hendrick Keisha B. Helslev juniors 229 band profile squeaky clean The Shower Scene Band rocks out in the ' Burg The best part about being in the band is two fold. First, I get to hang out with some rad guys and bang on my guitar and make noises with my mouth. Then, I get lots of girls because I wear my guitar real low at shows, which is awesome, said sophomore David Der. Der was the lead vocalist of the Shower Scene, a band that came together in February 2002. Der, along with junior bassist Kelly Ballard, senior drummer Matt Frazier, and sophomore guitarist Justin Karras of Bridgewater College, currently practice wherever and whenever we can. Typically, it ' s somewhere in the Stone Gate apartment complex where Kellv and Matt live during the school year, said Der. The Shower Scene was formed after my and Dave ' s other band broke up, said Ballard. Once a name was established, we decided we ' d be more of a band with other members, so we could play shows. However, it was not until the first weekend back at school for the fall semester of 2002 that we found a drummer, Matt Frazier, who would willingly play for us without us having to pay him. After rocking out trifecta style for a little bit, the band decided that a fourth was in order for a fuller sound. Dave and I then found a certain Justin Karras. According to Ballard, we originally called ourselves Now Playing, but decided to think of better names. We were briefly called Milhouse, then Second Best, until we found out that name was taken. After Second Best we went with Ben Riley, and finally, the name that has stuck for the last five months was the Shower Scene, named after the first track of Brand New, a favorite band of David and myself. The Shower Scene played a variety of music, both their own sounds and covers of other famous bands. The Shower Scene is a pop-punk sensation with influences from New Found Glory, Blink 182, Home Grown, Michelle Branch, and Chris Kirkpatrick of N ' SYNC, said Frazier. We also cover some familiar punk songs as well as put our own twist on songs such as ' For the Longest Time ' by Billy Joel, ' All You Wanted ' by Michelle Branch, and ' My Girl ' by The Temptations. 230 Robert B. Honec IV Marcus C. Hubbard Gina Indellicate Megan C. [nouye Cynthia L. Irish Jennifer L. Jackson Daniel M. Jensen Jennifer 1 . K.a marek Abby A. Karpinski Bryant A. Karpinski Melissa I . Kelly Robert N. Kennedy Seong H. Kim Kathcrine L Knapp William B. Knight Dena L. Kubich classes honec-muth Posing in the shower, the Shower Scene Band comes clean with their story. Bandmembers junior Kelly Ballard, senior Matt Frazier, and sophomores Justin Karass, and Dave Der have performed pop punk for the past four months. ■ Photo by Alison Johnston Our original material follows suit to much of the rising modern pop-punk style with ripping leads, rockin ' progressions, bust-out drumlines, thumpin ' bass, and diverse and harmonious vocals, said Karras. From the start of their career together, the Shower Scene attracted attention from many students. Junior Eric Golub said, It ' s refreshing to hear a band that is driven purely by passion and excitement. The Shower Scene has a great stage presence, and it ' s a show you truly don ' t want to miss. Along with the pleasure of being able to entertain students campus-wide, the Shower Scene made lite-long memories. One time we were playing at this party, and this girl came up to Kelly in the middle of a song as he was singing and started yelling at him and telling him he sounded great. He bravely tried to play on, but she kept insisting that our band was awesome and that we had nothing to worry about. After about two minutes of listening to this girl and trying to sing and play at the same time, Kelly decided to end the song after the girl told him she was going to have her way with him later that night, and that was that, said Frazier. Growing pains and strange situations included, the Shower Scene enjoyed their rising popularity. Ballard said, The best is doing something that I love, and having a good time doing it. I get to rock out with my friends, and play music that I care about. The girls are a plus too. They love the rock stars. ■ fi st{ z ieefi V Amber N. Lantz Adrianne R. Laputka Mike A. Leking Jenny L. Logan Sarah E. Lothrop Ashley C. Ludlow Brian C. Lynch Kathleen R. Malo Megan McCarthy Elizabeth M. McEIeney Carrie Vicenta G. Meadows Kimberly E. Miles Chris M. Miller (Catherine E. Moonev Alexis J. Morehouse Jenny L. Muth juniors 231 lindsay adrean Lindsay Adrean sets sail to Alaska bon voyage Standing by the wheel of the SSV Robert C Seasman.junior Lindsay Adrean poses with her crewmate Nick. On their voyage to Alaska they were forced to bundle in layers for the weather. ■ Photo courtesy of Lindsay Adrean When Lindsay Adrean was a sophomore, she saw an advertisement in Keezell Hall tor spending a semester at sea. I was attracted to the ad because or the picture of the sailboat. Sailing is my thing. I had never done it before, but I had always wanted to learn more about it and learn how to actually sail. said Adrean. Adrean replied to the advertisement, and was sent information about the semester, and everything that she would be able to experience. I would be able to study oceanographv, maritime studies, and nautical science, which is learning about the ocean and how to sail, said Adrean. She then filled out the application similar to that of a college application with about five questions mainlv about why I was interested, and I had to include references from professors. After submitting the application, she later received a phone call about her acceptance into the program. It was about 10 a.m. on a weekday morning, 1 think it was a Tuesday, and the phone rang, said Adrean. Both my roommate and I were asleep, having come back from early classes. When I realized that 1 had been accepted, I started crving. Thev were tears of jov. I was both excited and relieved. Adrean spent two months of the next summer fulfilling her lifelong dream. For the whole month of June, we lived in cottages in Cape Cod. There were twenty-five students altogether. There was a lot of work and not a lot of free time, but it was very motivating because everyone was working on the same thing. It could be 2 a.m. on a Saturday night and I was studying, but it was okav, because so was everyone else. At the end of June, we flew out to Tacoma, Washington, and then began the actual sailing part of the semester. Our trip took us to Sitka, Alaska and back. I was able to see so much wildlife. I saw killer whales, humpback whales, and a few bald eagles which was cool because they are endangered. We went hiking through a temperate rain forest, and were able to stop at an abandoned Indian village and I saw totem poles that were actually still standing. Then we stopped at a museum in Vancouver where we could see preserved totem poles. Those still had all the paint on them. 232 Meagan A. Nicholas Blu A. Nordgren Melanie C. Oglesby Tiffany A. Painter Jeffrey D. Palazzola Kathleen M. Parker Melissa I. Peretich Ginger R. Pettengill Jason M. Planakis Martin T. Pounds Katrina M. Purcell James B. Reagan Kristi N. Repp Carrie Reynolds Sarah R. Ritchie Renee Ruto classes nicholas-stacey hile hiking in Alaska, nior Lindsay Adrean kesa picture of the cked SSV Robert C. amans. Adrean spent ;o months of her immer participating semester at sea. Photo courtesy of ndsay Adrean iking a bite out of her askan ice, junior ndsay Adrean shows f the chunk of glacier le caught in a net. drean said the best art of the trip was arning how to sail. Photo courtesy of ndsay Adrean On the way back down to Tacoma, Washington, the group was able to experience more real sailing than the way up because the wind was much stronger. We did not have to use die motor as much on the way home, said Adrean. It was not quite smooth sailing for the entire trip. According to Adrean, there is an area near Washington, called the Straights of Juan de Fuca. The water was pretty rough because it is where the bay meets the ocean. I got seasick, as did a lot of the others. We nicknamed that area the Straights of Juan de Puka. The trip was organized through the Sea Education Association, which was accredited through Boston University. The crew of the ship was made up of the 25 students, a steward, an engineer, an oceanography professor, a maritime studies professor, a nautical science professor who was also the captain, and nine other crew members. All of the students had to be assistant steward and assistant engineer at least once, so everyone learned how to do everything. The students were split into three watches and we rotated throughout the day, a tew times a day. While on watch, four students were on deck and four were in the lab, doing different things, so we were constantly working. The best part of the trip was actually learning how to sail, Adrean said. Now on a sailboat I would be completely confident with doing anything. After going on the trip, I know now that this is what I want to do in lite. ■ pip ttzLt i e.-n c frn iyp 7 Kristin L. Rushing Michelle M. San Juan Todd J. Schroeder AJ Schuster Evan Schwartz Michelle R. Sealock Leslie A. Sensabaugh Jeanette M. Shapiro Colleen B. Shea Megan E. Shkor Kristin N. Short Elizabeth B. Shultz Canessa N. Simmers Adam R. Southall Catherine A. Spicer Brandon S. Stacv juniors 233 zirkle house ■ the house that art built Zirkle House features student art exhibits 983 South Main Street was an art lover ' s paradise. Anything from sculptures and charcoals to paintings and papier mache could be found in one Harrisonburg house. Zirkle House, located across from the Quad, was a haven for many art majors and professors. For the past 30 years, Zirkle House has been one of the only student-run ■ galleries on the East Coast. The free-admission gallery was funded only by the donations it received. This is for the students, ' said junior Art major Rebecca Hedger. Zirkle House was open even ' day but Sunday, when new exhibits were set up. Each exhibit consisted of two students ' artwork and was displayed for two weeks. Although the gallery was open to all majors, primarily Art majors made use of Zirkle House as a place to show their creative abilities. Every other Monday, a big opening was held tor each two-person exhibit, attended by many professors and students. Attendance depended on the artists ' publicity and invitations. Professor Barbara Lewis said that she most liked the excitement it generated among the students. There was always a good turnout tor the openings. Students with exhibited work had to go through an extensive proposal process. Zirkle House held reviews for potential exhibitors once a semester. Students who wanted their work to be in a fall show had their reviews the spring before. Out of approximately 30 prospective exhibitors, only eight were picked for a given semester. Senior [Catherine Duffy a Fine Arts Art Education major, said that the first step or her review process was to become excited and motivated to come up with an idea. After formulating their ideas, students brought in work that would appear in their exhibit to show their style. The Zirkle House director. Senior artist Kate Duft poses with one of her many self portraits. Duffy ' s paintings were on display at the Zirkl House for students, faculty, and residents to enjoy. ■ Photo by Alison Johnston Ian C. Sullivan Michael J. Surace Sheryl L. Swenson Jessica L. Tiylor Crisry N. Thompson Tram H. Tran Matthew Uvena |amie V VanDevandei Am)- Wheeler Sara Whitney Callcy lest Raven L Wilkinson Charles A. Wilson Danielle D. Wilson Charmaine I .. Winefield Diana M. Wo.nl 234 classes sullivan-zavacky n oldhouse turned art allery, the Zirkle House its on South Main Street across from the 3uad.The Zirkle House nas displayed student artwork for the past 30 ( ears as one of the few student-run galleries ilong the East Coast. ■ to by Alison Johnston future director, future assistant director and graduate assistant reviewed the pieces. Duffy said the board questioned her about her theme, plans on hanging. the number of works I want to include, the gallerv I wanted, and the point in the semester I wanted to have the show. After the review process the waiting began. Each candidate received a letter telling them if they had been chosen to have a show in Zirkle House. The students who received exhibit offers had to sign a contract agreeing to participation and a theme. There were no requirements for having art displaved in the gallerv. Students of any year or major could have a show, but it was usually only Art majors that seemed to take advantage of this opportunity. Having a show is an accomplishment, said senior Art major Joshua Graver, who enjoyed painting and graphic design. I just like being able to put images in rav head to something tangible, he said. Zirkle House proved to be a huge asset to the campus community. It is a great way for art students to display their work and gives students an opportunity to view fellow students ' work, Lewis said. Zirkle House had scrapbooks full of flyers, stories and other historical novelties to represent its activities with students. Duff} ' said, Art is the center of culture, there are so few places tor an artist to exhibit their work in this community. It is essential to support them, the artist and the gallery ■ Douglas T. Woodhouse Anne C. W ' orthington Kristoffer P. Wright Sarah A. Wylly Tuna Yemisci Sherri L. Yowell Julianne Zavacky juniors 235 F«ftH MB JUS! Mm pet profile tonic the hedgehog The video game comes to life for Corianne Bradley and her pet Dogs, cats, and fish seemed to be popular pets tor college students living in off-campus apartments. But sophomore Corianne Bradley had a pet a bit out of the ordinary: Tonic, a domesticated African hedgehog. An African hedgehog was an interbred combination or a white-bellied hedgehog and an Algerian hedgehog. Bradley realized how much she wanted a hedgehog after seeing a commercial on television. There was a commercial for Sonic the Hedgehog that had real hedgehogs in it. I thought the commercial was hysterical and that hedgehogs were so cute, Bradley said. After telling her suitemates that she wanted one, it became an on-going joke between Bradley and her friends. A few weeks before returning to school, Bradley ' s boyfriend gave her an early birthday surprise; he had bought her a hedgehog. Tonic. I was so excited, she remembered. Tonic was a nocturnal creature that was relatively quiet. Occasionally, Tonic made squeaking noises, but since he slept all day, the night hours were the only time he could be heard. Burrowing under his boxes, playing with his towels, or when he was eating were the only times Bradley heard him. Tonic ate a few Tonic the Hedgehog types of pellet foods, which contained all the basic nutrients he needed to live. Besides those foods, hedgehogs small but fiesty little could also eat vegetables, fruits, mealworms and insects. However, different owners gave their hedgehog pals fnen d.Tonic added an 6 r African touch of the wild different diets. A lot of owners opted to give their hedgehogs cat food, which was also recommended for their diet, to sophomore Corianne Bradley ' s college residence. ■ Photo by Alison Johnston Ryan E. Allen Jon Altizer Abraham L. Alvarenga Carolyn R. Anzuini Tara R. Armentrout Sarah B. Atkins Whitney C. Atkins Asha T. Atkinson Christopher R. Babb Miranda C. Baines Jodi L. B.ilun Kristen M. Battles Sara L. Billari Lindsay N. Blankenship Allison M. Boehm Elizabeth A. Bolton 238 classes - alien-cooper Ithough his size is jmprabletothat of s owner ' s shoe, iinic ' s unique species lakes up for it. The edgehog was a gift iven to Corianne radley. ■ Photo by lison Johnston Tonic lived in a cage with a bedded bottom that was approximately the same size as one needed by a hamster or ferret. Bradley did not attempt to train Tonic to do tricks, but said she did litter train him. They can ' t have cedar bedding because the aromatic oils can cause respirator) ' illness or death in hedgehogs, Bradley explained. In addition, a hedgehog ' s cage could not be made out of wires because their feet would fall through. Since they were nocturnal creatures, they needed something to hide in or under during the day to keep them from getting nervous. They also had to be in a warm environment between 68 and 85 degrees Fahrenheit. They need a lot of exercise, because they tend to become obese with inactivity, Bradlev added. Toy wheels were often recommended, but the) ' had to be solid; il the hedgehog were to slip, a broken leg could easilv result. Financially speaking, Tonic proved to be a rather inexpensive pet. The food and bedding are (airly inexpensive and a lot of the toys you can make out of stuff around the house, like cardboard boxes and things like that, Bradley said. They are curious and love toys they can push around and chew on. The onlv costly part of owning a hedgehog, as with any other pet, were the veterinary visits. He is really cute, especiall y his face and little tongue, and he has a soft belly, Bradlev said about her pet. He ' s very easy to handle and very friendly, despite his spines, she added. If you wake him up and startle him, he will ball up so only his spines show and puff out air to scare off the predator. But otherwise, if you stick your hand in the cage and let him sniff you, you can easily slip your hand under him and pick him up. Once he is awake and out of the cage, you can pet his back and he won ' t ball up or hiss. Tonic loves to run around and find places to hide in. I just think he ' s so cool and unique, said Bradley. ■ . _ . Virginia M. Brazaitis Suan Q. Buenafe Clare E. Burchard Jonathan H. Burkett Guillermo S. Calica Katherine M. Canatsey Christopher J. Carlson Joe W. Carr Jennifer A. Casey Amanda B. Castle Leanne Chambers K.itie F. Chanllinor Ryan W. Charest Jennifer M. Clayton Rob Connelly F.rin C. Cooper sophomores 239 seesaw-a-thon back to the playground Delta Sigma Pi remembers a brother with their annual seesaw-a-thon This is the highlight of the fall semester. There is so much support from the other students, said Julie Lee, a senior finance major of the annual Delta Sigma Pi seesaw-a-thon. According to senior Ben Deutsch. who was in charge of the Delta Sigma Pi annual seesaw-a-thon, Michael Matthew Brown was a brother of Delta Sigma Pi here and he passed away back in 1992. We give out a scholarship in his name each spring with money raised by this seesaw-a-thon. A portion of the proceeds are aJso donated to the American Cancer Society. This year it kicked off on November second at midnight and ended November eighth at midnight, for a total of 168 hours seesawed. The brothers of Delta Sigma Pi take one hour shifts seesawing day and night. The seesaw-a-thon attracted attention from more than just business students and alumni. We raise anywhere from S600 to 53,000. In the past we ' ve gotten contributions from large companies, such as the now deceased Arthur Anderson, and one year we got a grant from the SGA, said Deutsch. The fundraiser lasted seven days straight, twenty- four hours a day. The shifts are an hour long each, but people in the fraternity will try and outdo each other and stay on for maybe seven hours straight. Alumni will drive two hours just to come and seesaw for an hour, said senior Courtney Langhauser. It ' s all people in the fraternirv that seesaw, but we are allowed to seesaw with our boyfriends or girlfriends or our parents if we want to. Junior Nina Jackson said It is such an awesome cause, but it can be painful on the butt. It takes a great commitment. According to Lee. the seesaw-a-thon ties you to the college community. There ' s great student support. BpJP |wft 1 Df ' ■ Jgfc- JSUmt _ Til 1 f 4 % ? V ' S £v - f Despite the cold temperatures. Delta Sigma Pi members stand in full force on the Commons. Members took turns in the continual seesaw- a-thon that lasted for seven days ■ Photo courtesy of Delta Sigma Pi Gabrielle Cretz Carly E. Crockett Julie C. Crosson Erin E. Culpepper Erin M. Curlev Gina Currence Emily J. Daigneau Jennifer R. Dascher Colleen E. Davis Tanya R. Davis Christina K . Deery Sara L Dickinson Andrew T. Dill Maureen I . Doherty Lauren M. Dopieralski Janie R. Drinkard 240 classes cretz-golden Much of this student support came at times when those on the seesaw needed it most; when it got late in the day and into the night. Langhauser said, Random people will run up to Sheetz to buy us coffee, and we will have no idea who they are. Of course, when it was late the seesawers needed some entertainment. At two or three in the morning, when there is nothing more to entertain us, we try to launch each other off of the seesaw. And sometimes we try to turn the seesaw in a full 360, said Langhauser. There have been times when the seesawers have gotten crazy. People have fallen off doing such crazy things, added Lee. According to Jackson, Last year the seesaw was kind of broken, so it didn ' t really move too much. We were told that if it completely broke to just stand next to it with our hands on it. The seesaw-a-thon became a well-known event by students on campus. According to Deutsch, Delta Sigma Pi has tried in the past to keep the event as serious as possible. However, people like to have fun with it. Some seesawers have been egged, taunted, and even streaked. As of this year no one has egged the seesaw, thankfullv, but we ' re still waiting tor the streaking. Deutsch added, It is an original event, and stands out among all other fundraisers. Everyone seems to notice the big purple seesaw. When you are on the seesaw during the busy times of the day on the Commons and see the students pass by you, you can see them smiling and laughing. Whether it ' s with you or at you is a whole different story. The seesaw-a-thon definitely made a name for itself Lee said, many people don ' t know what Delta Sigma Pi is, but when you tell them about the seesaw they know exactly what you are talking about. ■ j£C,  fA - H Riding the seesaw, senior Ben Deutsch braves the cold and shows his loyalty to raising money for a good cause. Delta Sigma Pi held annual seesaw-a-thons to raise funds in memory of brother Michael Matthew Brown. ■ Photo courtesy of Delta Sigma Pi Joy E. Dzurovcik Mary R Edwards Mark F. Ehlers Matthew F. Ely Michael P. Emswiler Theresa J. Ensor Suzanne H. Estes Courtney R. Evans John F. Fabian V Katherine M. Ferguson Erin M. Fleenor Thomas P. Fox Lauren T. Gardner Theresa Giasson Joy Giglio [ohnalex Golden sophomores 241 tomas regalado-lopez livin la vida loca Spanish professor Tomas Regalado-Lopez brings culture and fun into the classroom I have so much fun in this class. It ' s a great time, said junior Kristin Goodine, of her Spanish class, taught by Mr. Tomas Regalado-Lopez. This young teacher was fairly new to the country, but already felt at home. Regalado-Lopez, from Salamanca, Spain, was the only member of his family living in the Unites States, so he considered his students to be his family. After graduating from the University of Salamanca in 2000, Regalado-Lopez immediately came to the university to start his teaching career. I felt like a student who was teaching, said Regalado-Lopez. It was reallv funnv for me to be known as Mr. Regalado-Lopez or to be addressed with formal treatments, such as the Spanish ' Usted. ' Regalado-Lopez received his masters degree in literature and was working on his doctorate at the University of Salamanca. In addition to teaching Spanish, Regalado-Lopez was involved in other clubs and organizations around campus. I am the faculty advisor of the Latino Student Alliance, I take part in the Faculty Friends program every year, I travel with students for the Alternative Spring Break, and I ' ve gotten some awards I feel proud of, such as the 2001 Facultv Recognition Award from the Kappa Alpha Order fraternity. Regalado-Lopez said. The award came as no surprise, seeing how popular Regalado-Lopez was with students. My classes are generallv full just after being offered; I don ' t know exactlv why. Girls probably expect to find a teacher like Antonio Banderas or Julio Iglesias. Regalado-Lopez spent most of his time devoted to his students and their interests. He said, Sometimes I spend seven days a week doing things tor the school. But that is something I like. There were many things Regalado-Lopez looked forward to in his job. Apart from sharing your knowledge with students. I think it is nice to teach them how to socialize with people, learn from everyone and try to reach vour goals in lite. Also, teachers are not the owners of knowledge, just people to discuss it and hear different opinions. I learn a lot from mv students; actuallv I am almost as voung as thev are, so it is easy to share their interests and concerns. Standing admist very different surrondings from Salamanca, Spain, Dr. Tomas Regalado- Lopez feels quite at home in Harrisonburg, Virginia. Regalado- Lopez taught Spanish and advised several clubs. ■ Photo by Alsion Johston Danielle E. Graaf Rebecca A. Guenthner John M. Gullickson Meghan B. Gwaltney Katherine M. Hallock Brian J. Hanifin Karen R. Hanline K elly 1 . Hartigan Seth Hartley- Werner Jeffrey E. Heil Megan M. Helsley Sarah N. Henderson I eanne M. 1 lenning Meghan K. HoJikeppel Evan Z. Hoffman l.imic T. Hoffmann 242 classes graaf-lee Probably the greatest satisfaction every semester is being able to tead the student ' s evaluations. Regalado-Lopez claimed the worst part of his job was having to deny students overrides. It ' s the only time in my life I ' ve made someone cry, he said. Every semester he had about fifty requests for overrides. He said, I had to sign one once while I was having dinner on a Saturday night in town; two days later my waitress had become my student. Another fact of life he found distasteful was heavy cell phone use. I think they ' ve changed human relationships for the worst. In Spain the)- are very widespread. I think even dogs have them. The Spanish professor ' s genes may have influenced his career choices. My parents and sister and three aunts are all teachers of Spanish language and literature, Regalado-Lopez explained. When he was young, he wanted to be a soccer player. Fortunately, I didn ' t become one; ever) ' semester, when I plav the JMU World Cup Games (organized by the foreign students), people thank me for having changed my mind. Outside of the classroom, Regalado-Lopez enjoyed riding his bike, listening to bands such as Pink Floyd, Dire Straits, Belle and Sebastian, and reading novels, his favorite being The Sound and the Fury by William Faulkner. His money was spent traveling, having visited more than 35 countries, including Turkev, Cuba, Bulgaria, and Finland. When he was a college student, he backpacked through Europe with very little money. He believed traveling is a part of your education too; you have to be a student your whole life. You cannot stop learning, reading, or visiting places. The more you travel, the bigger the world looks. Through his varied background and passion for life, Regalado-Lopez brought the world to his students. ■ S lZZ ' t 1 c7 nzty Erin T. Hoppe Sean T. Hughes Jenny Isom Christopher T. Jewell Stacey A. Johnson Alison Johnston Nichole B. Kimball Karherine P. Kinsey Emily S. Kitamura Lynette T. Kleiza Catherine Knox Audrey E. Koehler Lauren M. La Croix Sean D. Lambert Amanda M. Lee Amanda M. Lee sophomores 243 megan gwaltney K the donkey show Megan Gwaltney has the inside scoop of MTV ' s hit show Jackass When Jackass: The Movie came out in October, it was not just another trip to the movies for sophomore Meghan Gwaltney. She had personal ties to the guys involved with the making of the film. Her brother, Nathan, known on the show as ' Knate, ' filmed the show, and her cousin was P.J. Clapp, known as ' Johnny Knoxville. ' Growing up, said Gwaltney, there wasn ' t much communication between P.J. ' s family and mine because he grew up in Knoxville, Tennessee and my family has always lived in Virginia Beach. We probably met at a few family reunions, but you meet so many people you don ' t know at those things, most of the time you don ' t even make an attempt to remember names. It wasn ' t until Nathan got hired to film the show that we started keeping in touch with P.J. and his family. - ' Gwaltney ' s brother was interested in filming since he was three or four years old. My brother was always videotaping everything. He started making movies when he was five years old, holding his transformers as they flew through the air, wearing a black ski mask with two black pens attached to the side as Batman, and many other creative concepts for movies. The whole family would be included of course. My dad was the evil monster, my mom the conniving beauty-turned-evil, and I was Cat Woman. When he was really young he would run to my mom (and whoever else was in the house) and tell her she had to come into the kitchen where he had been watching television, Gwatlney continued. He would then make her sit and watch the credits with him until they were completely finished. He thought the credits were as Johnn y ' la The movie generated from the popular show on MTV, Jackass ■ Photo courtesy of Megan Gwaltney the best part of every televsion show and movie, and never allowed anyone to change the channel or turn off the VCR until the credits were finished. It ' s strange, now that his name is in those credits. Having close family connections, sophomore Megan Gw.iltney has a signed movie poster from her cousin PJ. Clapp, also knov Erin Lee Jason P. Lee Sarah B. Lee Justin D. Leighry Salvatore Leone IV Rozine Lindamood Ellie E. Loveman Breanne M. MacFarland Robin M. Marcus Kevin G. Marinak Sara A. Markham Raleigh Marshall Justin S. Martin Erin E. Mel )onald Jason A. McDonald Erin E. Mil Irath 244 classes I ulsolm popular ' till ramos the scenes, he still played a major role in filming the movie. ■ Photo courtesy of Megan Gwaltney With the surprise success of the show, Gwaltney ' s family, who had never watched MTV, began tuning in religiously. My family is really conservative. My brothers and I were not allowed to watch MTV when we were younger. We weren ' t allowed to watch PG-13 movies until our 13th birthday. We weren ' t even allowed to watch some Nickelodeon shows because ' the brother and sister on Clarissa Explains It All treated each other Wampler Hall resident advisor sophomore Megan Gwaltney and her brother Knate remain out of the badly, ' and You Can ' t Do That On Television was just off limits. As you can imagine, it was a little difficult for spotlight unlike their cousin, MTV Jackass star ir-i ii xt i Lfur i Johnny Knoxville. Although Knate worked behind the family to even know how to react. Now, not only was our cousin the star ol a show featuring stunts only a drunk would perform but also, my brother Knate would be there to witness it all. Every Sunday night at 9:00 pm we would gather around the television in the living room to watch ' The Donkey Show, ' (That ' s what my mom called it tor the first few months because she couldn ' t bring herself to say jackass). While she was sometimes laughing and other times totally disgusted, this was my dad ' s type ol humor, so he was always cracking up. I think his favorite skit was when they were showing someone flicking the spring that catches the door Irom hitting the wall when it ' s opened. They would flick it and watch it fling back and forth until it stopped, then flick it again. My dad would just about die laughing. When the movie was released, Gwaltney and her family ventured out to the theater, not knowing what to expect. The way I have been explaining it to my friends and family is, ' The funny parts are really funny, but the bad parts are really bad. ' I wasn ' t quite prepared for someone eating their own ' yellow snow- cone. My mom and dad said they wanted to see it, and I knew my dad would like it, but I wasn ' t so sure my mom would feel the same way. Actually, I thought she was going to hate it. Surprisingly, they both enjoyed the movie and thought it was hilarious, so I guess they got past all the gross stuff. Nathan ' s dream of making movies did not end with the conclusion of Jackass. According to Gwaltney, He has never stopped making movies and probably never will, even if they never reach the big screen, he ' ll always be pursuing his dreams. ■ t vcas i e-e. - c7 n L, 1 Lauren M. McKay Amanda L. Meeker Craig P. Mengel Lauren E. Menzies Megan A. Miller Lindsay C. Molloy Daniel T. Moore Derek N. Mullins Jennifer D. Neisser Carol L. Nguyen Kathryn E. O ' Neill Matthew B. Pascal Blair N. Phillips Angela M. Pinter Alisa A. Quesenberry Isabel R. Ramos sophomores 245 marshall felvey sounds so sweet Marshall Felvey educates others on living with a hearing disability Displaying her hearing aid.junior Marshall Felvey holds it in the palm of her hand. She said that despite the aid, she sometimes had to rely on lip reading. ■ Photo by Gina Indellicate Beep, beep, beep, beep. The annoying sound of your alarm clock waking you up to get ready for class. You run outside to hear the bus roaring by and starting chasing after it. You hear a friend call vou trom across the Quad to make a lunch dare. Could vou imagine not being able to hear any of these things? Hearing is one ot the five senses that we tended to take advantage of. This was a reality for sophomore sociology major Elizabeth Marshall Felvey, who was born with a hearing disability, but when she was four years old, Felvev ' s parents took a chance to help their daughter hear. In 1987, Felvey received a cochlear implant, a device that processes sound. At that time, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) had not vet approved the implant and Felvey became one of the first children to ever receive the treatment. Approximately 35,000 people in the United States now have the cochlear implant, including the 1 995 Miss America, Heather Whitestone. The cochlear implant was surgically implanted into the inner ear and had an outside processor attached. CTiereas hearing aids were used to amplify sound, the cochlear implant processed it. It was designed to help those with exceptional hearing loss perceive sound bv electrically stimulating the cochlea, the inner ear that contained the hearing nerves. The implant had five parts: the ear-level microphone, internal chip, transmitting coil, receiver stimulator, and electrodes. The microphone picked up sound; the chip analyzed the sound and converted it into a digitized code, which then passed through the transmitting coil. The coil sent the code to the receiver stimulator, which then sent the electrical energy to the electrodes to the cochlea. Felvey said that, the implantation procedure was pretty long and time-consuming. Unfortunately, she had to get the implant twice. The first time, the doctor did not place it correctly and her body rejected it. This landed Felvey in the hospital with a hematoma, a localized swelling filled with blood. The second time Patrick M. Reed Lawson Ricketts Brandon P. Robbins Kimberly J. Rogers Elizabeth K. Rovansek Kristen A. Schnebel Stephanie Schneider Amanda M. Schoemer Lauren E. Seager .Michelle E. Shores Allison N. Showalter Lauren M. Sl.iek Ryan |. Slominski Carly S. Snyder Maryn Soroka ( hris J. Stathis 246 classes reed-wood around, the surgery was successful, making it possible for Felvey to enter the world ot sound and intensive speech therapy. My parents say that ever since 1 was born I could not stop babbling or trying to talk, so they knew I would want the Cochlear Implant, Felvey said. She also said even though she does not remember having hearing aids, they did not work for her. That was one of the main reasons her parents decided to take a chance with the new hearing device. Growing up, Felvey was in a regular classroom and also in a class for the hearing impaired. In fourth grade, she entered a Catholic school where she was the only hearing-impaired student and then transferred to another private school. Felvey took speech lessons up until the eighth grade. I also naturally learned how to read lips from a young age, so I do relv some on lip reading when communicating, Felvey said. Even though she did not remember lite without the Cochlear Implant, Felvey said that it definitely made a positive impact on her life. It has allowed me to communicate with people everyday, be independent, function in the hearing world without help, the list goes on and on. If I didnt have it, I would not be able to enjov sound. I would not be able to hear music and the many other beautiful sounds. ■ Posing on campus sophomore Marshall Felvey wants her story to be heard. Born deaf, Felvey received a Cochlear Implant to allow her to hear along with a hearing aid. ■ Photo by Gina Indellicate Kathrvn E. Steward April M. Stewart Ashley L. Stough Ashley B. Sumner Su .inne E. Tarranr Katherine E. Thoresen Laura S. Trigger Jonathan D. Vu Erin J. Walker Meghan J. Wallace Elizabeth A. Webber Leighann M. Whitley Carly F. Wi gs Man ' K. Wilke Evan L. Wilkinson Alex Wood sophomores 247 cavinj club take your pick The caving club explores underground caverns in the Shenandoah Valley Amanda M. Woodfield Jessica L. Woodward Sarah R. Yates Christopher A. Yurek Brian A. Ziberna The Madison University Student Grotto (MUSG), also known as the Caving Club, was formed in 1979 as an offshoot from the Outing Club. The group allowed students to explore the Valley ' s underground while teaching important caving techniques, building confidence, and allowing students to connect with others who shared their interests. Caving trips were usually organized every week, visiting caves within an hour ' s drive from campus. An experienced student caver who was familiar with the location led each trip. Trips usually involved about three to six hours underground with a small group of four to 12 students, according to the MUSG web site at www.jmn. edw ' orgs ' caving. Taking trips with the club was relatively inexpensive. In return for $10 yearly club dues, participants could use club-owned equipment like helmets, headlamps, and vertical gear, and participate in unlimited trips and activities, according to club vice president, senior Kendall Whiteway. The only item not provided by the club was personal clothing. Ideally someone should have sturdy clothes and good boots with a lug sole for caving, club advisor Carl Droms explained. The temperature underground is 55 degrees year round, so you need to dr ess for that, keeping in mind that you ' ll be alternating between working hard and sitting still. Most of the caves visited by the club were privately owned, so landowner relations were an important issue. We have to keep in mind that we ' re on someone else ' s property, and behave accordingly, Droms explained. Some owners give ' standing permission ' to visit their caves, and others want you to notify them every time. Unfortunately, some cavers don ' t abide by these rules, and caves have been closed because of their actions. 248 classes woodfield-ziberna |:uck between a rock id a hard place, Chris uwden takes a loment to survey the :ene.The Madison niversity Student rotto ' s main objective as to give students a lance to explore irginia ' s underground. Photo courtesy of the aving Club Due to the risks associated with the activity, caving required a great deal of communication and trust between participants. In a cave, you often have to work together with other people to get where you ' re trying to go, Droms explained. Members learn leadership skills, outdoor skills, and also interpersonal skills. Whiteway agreed that, [Caving] teaches a greater respect for nature, and ideas like leaving no trace where vou have been. It can be challenging and makes people work together. Such dependence on others built trust among members and forged lifelong friendships. A lot of the greatest people I have met during my four years here have been members of the cave club, Whitewav said. I know alumni who graduated 20 years ago who still get together regularly, added Droms. Whiteway recalled one of her favorite trips with MUSG, to Marshall ' s Cave, about an hour from the university. We left with 10 or 12 people around nine or 10 on a Thursday night and didn ' t get back to Harrisonburg until eight the next morning. We got out of the cave and jumped off the rope swing at Aqua Campground into the Bullpasture River, then caught a great sunrise and took pictures by a misty pasture. Some people just went straight to class covered in mud when we got back. Although caving trips made up the majoritv of the club ' s activities, Droms said that occasionally someone will organize another kind of trip, such as whitewater rafting or rock climbing, and groups will also go camping together on weekend. Whiteway added, In the years that I have been a member, we have done both horizontal and vertical caving, rock climbing, hiking, camping, canoeing, whitewater rafting, biking and skiing. Social activities were not left out of the MUSG calendar either. Annual events included a fall pig roast featuring caving, camping, bike trips, and swimming and boating in the Shenandoah River. Fall Ball and Spring Fling weekend trips were held each year, and the club also hosted a Halloween party in the fall and Banquet in February. The fall and spring weekend trips allowed members to grow closer while spending more time exploring the outdoors. Whiteway enjoyed her weekend experience immensely. Last spring I went to Clover Hollow and Stayhigh Caves ouside of Blacksburg on our Spring Fling camping trip. They involved rappelling down into the cave, then down a few other, minor drops once inside, then ascending back out on the rope. Stayhigh had an amazing waterfall running through the entire cave, and we climbed up it in various places on the way back. Afterwards, we got to go back to the bonfire and hot tub where we were camping. MUSG gave students the chance to explore the natural world of the Shenendoah Valley and make close friends at the same time. The club gives you the opportunity to try some new things that you may not try otherwise, like caving or climbing or rafting, said Whiteway. I know I can always find people to join in any kind of outdoor activity. ■ fy £44 c- ALyc i sophomores 249 mm , toss 9 S3 raffia? ' WPPJHHHBiRls ■ H Bra ■BB ' . gr yBwSitt BEraPil V«J5lPw5 iSE BlM B pK 1 - vr- {z SBHmH HBBBgsaa 3fcn J - ' A: iwfl E fibTLf : ' ■ : NmT K ■ ■ ISSsr? ?■ « ! WMffBSBjBSJ Scfl ,T VV .s-A-Z-: - ■ H  ► , Harass ' H IwPsSSjM HH flH R Vir i IM ' WrPlraP MK WWWff . -y ' |U|(JjM|? | HtMi., ' ' ; ' ■ ■HlHi a roommate relationships friend or foe? Roomate relationships put to the test While some bathrooms measure 1 1 by 15 feet, at the university these were the typical dimensions of a dorm room. Roommates for freshmen year were a gamble, despite the efforts to place compatible people together. Tensions ran high when people with different hobbies, tastes, and attitudes were placed together. Although many students tried to avoid roommate problems by living with a friend from home, requesting a roommate for freshman year was not always the best idea, according to sophomore Grant Schafer, a resident advisor in Dingledine Hall. I feel that this living arrangement does hinder the roommates branching out and meeting their own friends and not just feeding off each others friends back home. College is all about growth and that definitely includes growth in relationships, Schafer said. Schafer said the worst living situation he ' d seen was when one of his residents never wore any clothes in the room. [He also] slept in his roommates bed because he was to lazy to climb up to his top bunk! While seemingly humorous, for the students living in these situations they were anything but funny. The main dispute he saw with his residents was they were too different from each other. Schafer said, Usually the roommate problems are petty. Borrowing without asking, being noisy while the other roommate was asleep, and lack of consideration were the main disputes that arise in the dorms. Room changes were available for campus residents after the first three weeks of school. Room changes were a last resort in accordance with the Office Residence Life (ORL) roommate conflict procedure, explained former resident advisor senior John Beavers. He said, many problems arise from simple misunderstandings and can be worked out after both roommates sit down and talk. Also, he said that success in relationships could be achieved through open communication, which was a necessity especially when roommates had different beliefs and values. The Village dorms typically had a common area attached to three rooms, as opposed to hallway- style dorms such as Eagle and Hillside Halls. While the suite area could grant a tetreat from a hostile living environment, Beavers believed that such an area could also be used to delay dealing with problems in the room. Wherever students resided, Beavers said, it is not what building you live in but the people you live with. Encouraging studen to continue living or campus, posters around the universit promoted roommat and housing events. ■ The Office of Residence Life advertised heavily ir hopes that students would wish to returr the next year. ■ Pho by Gina Indellicate Natalie C. Apseloff Meg M. Beazley Mary V. Breault Jennifer M. Brown Erin L. Brunner Jessica L. Buell Sarah Buell Doug Callahan Jennifer C. Canatsey Kathryn B. ( lasterline Maureen E. Codd Michelle ( rouse Eric T. Cullen Patrick A. Curtin Jacqueline I.. DaSilva Lauren A. Delk 1 252 classes apseloff-hamrick I ORL gave three basic steps to maintaining a good roommate relationship: Talk with ich other, keep a good attitude, and don ' t feel compelled to be best buddies. If communication as the main element for compatibility in the dorms, then why did many students tell I-hate- ,. iv-roommate stories? White Hall resident advisor, sophomore Marie Rosado. said there were l vo types of people that created bad living environments: those who were disrespectful and those ' I vho just let themselves be walked on. In order to prevent bad living environments, roommate agreements were administered the beginning of the year to set standards to prevent the minor living differences from escalating ito a fight. Intended to facilitate compromises between roommates, the written set of rules was ;reed upon by roommates, signed by each, and then kept on file by the resident advisors. One eshman who encountered many roommate difficulties said, At the beginning of the year when re filled out our roommate agreement, we had just made a joke out of it. Now I wish we had set mie ground rules for the room. Preparing students tor dorm life before even stepping foot on campus was the mission of fe ORL pamphlet JMU Living. The pamphlet stated that communicating includes mutual respect, iderstanding, compromise, and consideration. The ability to communicate feelings to a roommate as a prime element students would need when cooperating with others in the future. Schafer said, Working ut a [roommate] relationship and learning how to get along, be civil, and live with someone who is different om you is what life is all about. [College] is only preparing you for vour future relationships in life, ' hether it be the workplace, apartment, etc. Coming to college was such a new experience for many freshmen because it was their first time i :• :.-■ Looking at pictures from high school, freshmen Stephanie Hamson and Samantha Helsmg of Mcgraw-Long make a conscious effort to befriend each other. The level of friendship ving away from home. Handling classes and roommates required being open for adjustment and perhaps between roommates I i jl i j i r- ii- 11 i -ii ■■■• was determined by the eveloping a laid back attitude. Most strong friendships could not be ruined by a small dispute over someone willingness of each orrowing a pair of shoes without asking. To ruin some roommate relationships, however, all it took was a roommate. ■ Photo by D r Gina Indellicate ew minor incidents and a bad mood to live in silence for the rest of the year. While communication was tressed as the key to positive roommate relationships, sometimes swallowing one ' s pride and apologizing ras easier said than done. Whether students enjoyed their campus rooming experience or not, each situation ' as a learning experience, part of the college growth process. ■ - CZ _ 7 7 —- £. Kan E. Deputy Samantha H. Dorsev Gretchen R. Durant Jennifer R. Edwards Morgan L. Ferguson Katheryne Fink Kelly E. Flanigan Wendy M. Friedman Kristen P. Friend Liz C. Gallon Amanda M. Gardner Lindsay M. Giel Camm Girvin lenna L. Gordon Amanda E. Guss Ashlev K. Hamrick freshmen 253 dorm programs loungin ' around Dorm programs provide the opportunity to bring residents together Living in a dormitory had its ups and its downs, but one of the more positive aspects was getting to know the people around the building. One or the more popular ways of getting know people was to attend dorm programs. I attend dorm programs to meet new people and get to know people, to hang out with my friends and just to take a break from my normal schedule, said freshman Sarah Petersen. They have introduced me to a lot of people in my dorm who 1 would otherwise just walk past, as well as helped me form good relationships with the resident advisors (RAs) in my building. There were seven different types of dorm programs that could be held: community involvement, personal growth, faculty involvement, community service, multicultural diversity, and two academic programs. Resident Advisors (RA) on every hall had to hold a program of each type every semester. Some of the programs correlated with other events around campus. During the Asian Culture Festival, a Hanson Hall RA escorted interested residents to Festival for a diversity program. Other programs could be sponsored with the University Program Board. One of these events was a movie showing where students could bring a canned good to be donated and get free admission into the movie. Community involvement are usually the most fun, so I like to have more than the minimum for that category, said sophomore Daniel Prockton, a first-year RA in Hanson Hall. A few of the programs he held were a ping-pong tournament and an a cappella concert with the Overtones and Note-oriery playing in the Hanson television lounge. Prockton also said that in the beginning Practicing on each other, freshmen i au i Botsolas, Ban y Reia, • Josh Cassell,and Ther i Murphy, take time aw from studying for fin to participate in a del program. The dorm i programs were theni along with the seasc and activities of the year. ■ Photo by Gini Indellicate 254 Denise F. Hansen Austin C. Hendrick Ashley R. Higgins Catherine O. Highfill Christine K. Holl Charles D. Horn Ashley B. Houston Davidson M. Hulfish Justin C. Jenkins Abigail V. Johnston [ennifet A. Kallenborn Christopher A. Koon Alan I. Kravetz Alex I. Kurland Kristin L. Lee Sage L. I.ipkin classes hansen-olson : the vear the entire hall staff put on an ice cream social, so that the residents could all ieet one another. Attendance at dorm programs varied, due to residents ' level of intetest. For me programs, it is better to only have a few people, but for others, the more people le bettet, said Prockton. There were some programs where a more intimate group as required to get the most personal atmosphere. It supplies were needed to participate i the program, groups tended to be smaller, since dorms were not financially able to ay for many supplies. However, larger groups showed up for events such as concerts r socials, which added to the evening ' s excitement Residents definitely enjoy the programs. We have had some really great arnouts this year. A lot of times, we have residents stick around in the TV lounge her the programs are over and socialize, Prockton added. Petersen said that her avorite program was painting flowerpots and planting flowers. It was called Planting he Seeds for Success and was put on by Hanson Hall ' s sophomore Hannah Prebeck. rebeck used this as one of her academic programs because she brought forth the (arallels between academic success and planting the seeds. This program not only caught Petersen ' s eye, but as one of the most populat of the year. Petersen added, The dorm programs have helped me adjust a bit kto dorm living. It is nice to get out of my room and have fun and good times with awesome people. ■ Performing massage techniques, UREC massage therapist Lori Mays uses freshman Aaron George as her subject during a dorm program in Weaver Hall. Dorm programs varied in order to appeal to the different mix of students in the dorm. ■ Photo by Gina Indellicate Ebony S. Majors Whitney B. Markowitz Kimberly L. McCray Jessica McKay Lindsay N. Miller Maggie E. Miller Kristin M. Mimm Jessica L. Monroe Rebecca A. Moreau Caroline A. Morris Whitney R. Morris James A. Myers Rebecca E. Nakles Jessica L. Norman Erin E. Nunnally Amelia C. Olson freshmen 255 dr. ruth JP% the sexpert Sex myths dispelled by Dr. Ruth ' ■j 4T Talking about subjects too embarrassing for the dinner table, renowned sex expert Dr. Ruth conducts a lecture at the college center ballroom. Dr. Ruth allowed a question and answer segment which sparked some interesting sexual topics to arise. ■ Photo by Gina Indellicate Dr. Ruth Westheimer, world-renowned sex therapist, made a visit to campus to inform students of sexual behaviors and myths about sex. At a mere four feet seven inches. Dr. Ruth was able to keep the audience entertained with her openness and forwardness about sex. Every time she said the word ' erection I giggled, said freshman Samantha Helsing. Junior Sarah Klein said, The funniest part of the presentation was the homework she told all the guvs and girls to go home and do. It started her presentation oft on a good note. The ' homework ' Klein referred to was Dr. Ruth ' s presentation opener. She said, When you leave here tonight, I want the women, in the car ride home to contract and relax the vaginal muscle, then look at the car next to you and wink. For the men, I want you to go home, stand in front of the mirror, come to a full erection and look at it, and never complain about size again. Dr. Ruth was born in Germany and fled the country during the Holocaust. When she immigrated to the United States she worked at Columbia University for six years, then moved on to work at the New York Planned Parenthood office. It was then that she became interested in human sexuality, which eventually led to her career as a sex therapist. Dr. Ruth was promoting her new book. Human Sexuality: A Psychosocial Perspective, during her visit to campus which was co-written with Dr. Sandy Lopater. ' | - IV 1 r J 1 X Ashley M. Payne Ashleigh C. Pepin Shannon Perry Jennifer N. Pic Kaitlin M. Porter Courtney H. Riley Jill L. Rodriguez Allison K. Rossi Meredith J. Rothrock Rebecca K. Rorz Joanne E. Rupprecht Evan F. Salbego Bethany A. Saunders Kate K. Sawyer Matthew B. Schucker Megan E. Scott Tricia J. Shehan Yu-Li A. Shen Hannah L. Shinault Jessica A. Snyder Jaclyn Storus Cory A. Suter Karen L. Szabo Matthew C. Taylor 256 classes rt payne-yuskavage Dr. Ruth ' s mission was to dispel myths about human sexuality such as falsehoods about masturbation and ways ne can become pregnant. She noted some common misconceptions, saying she had heard people say a woman would ot get pregnant if she stands up, if she doesn ' t enjoy it, or if the man says he ' has control. According to Helsing, the best part of the night was the question and answer period at the end. Dr. Ruth took uestions from the audience, and encouraged them to use the terms ' my friend ' or even ' my professor ' to avoid any nbarrassment. The questions varied in topic from very sexual to general, such as why women were so confusing. Senior Amanda Tinnell thought the best part of the night was how candid she was about contraception, ametimes it ' s hard for college students to talk about because they are in denial of their sexual activity, want to protect leir parents, or are being irresponsible in their sexual lives. I think students eed to hear someone openly talk about it so that they can be more smfortable and take the initiative to protect themselves and others. At the end of the presentation, the popular speaker was swarmed ith students who wanted a picture or an autograph. Dr. Ruth was more lan receptive to the attention. For many in attendance, the opportunity to e the famous speaker was satisfaction enough. Said Klein, I think just sing able to see Dr. Ruth was the best part of the night. She is so well- nown throughout the world. How many people can say thev saw D r. Ruth? ■ Allowing time for interaction, Dr. Ruth signs autographs on her textbook that is used for the Human Sexuality class. Ruth enjoyed answering personal questions and posing for pictures afterwards. ■ Photo by Oina Indellicate t tiiV t g t ? Cameron S. Topper Jessica L. Towsey Alex L. Truitt Attila Ulky Dana L. Vaughn Daniel J. Vaught Lauren N. Wallace Sharon H. Warren AdrienneJ. Williams Leslie A. Wilson Cory S. Winter Tiffany D. Yeatman Julia K. Yuskavage freshmen 257 ■ mn - cm i- W-LM Tm I 3$ M •-v f: ' ftiH]r- T Wl . ' IJP ' Phofo by ftache O ' Donnell wrestling baseballbasketba [cheer eati ngcrosscountryf e tihocki archery Senior Sharon Ryder takes aim for the target on Hillside Lawn. Ryder placed third at the U.S. Intercolle- giate. ■ Photo by Rachel O ' Donnell Juniors Brad Fiala and James King take aim at their targets. Three Dukes brought home gold from the World University Champion- ships. ■ Photo by Rachel O ' Donnell spotlightSpOf QfA7fspotlightspotlight . MEGAN BOWKER Sophomore STATISTICS NJ State: G 3-0 NY State: S2-1 VA State: G 3-0 US Indoor: G 6-0 JMU Invitational: S 2-1 Bull Run: G 2-0 Atl. Classic: G 5-0 Texas SO: 15-5 USIAC: 14-3 TOTALS Gold: 5 Silver: 2 Bronze: Kills: 52 260 sports ballgz gymnastics acrossesoccer swimming divingfenn strack field Junior Brad Fiala and freshman Steph Pylypchuk discuss strategy at a practice. With intense practices the Dukes had an almost perfect season. ■ Photo by Rachel O ' Donnell Front Row: Sharon Ryder, Megan Bowker, Kelly Clark. Middle Row: Caleb Heller, Karen Auerbach, Jen Bissett, Jess Avison, Steph Pylypchuk, James Kim. Back Row: Assistant Coach Andy Puckettjim Rainbolt.Adam Wheatcroft, Ian Devivi, Brad Fiala, Josh Miller, David Allen, Head Coach Bob Ryder. reflections by a,a r kravetz In 1973, head archer) ' coach Bob Ryder set the standard ot athletic excellence for the Dukes by becoming the first national champion of any sport at the university. Since 1992, Ryder has demanded of his teams the same level of athletic excellence that he demanded of himself 30 years ago. Early in his career Ryder coached the current assistant coach, And - Puckett, to the prestigious title ot All-American. Puckett was Ryder ' s first All-American in 1992. He was just one of over 40 archers who Ryder has coached to the honorable title. Puckett, who finished in the top four at the US Intercollegiate in 1992, had a competitive specialty that made him good at relating to the team. He understood what the plavers were going through and could help them cope with the pressures that shooting creates. He understood the mental game that thev were going through, because he developed it for himself back in ' 92, explained coach Ryder. The Rvder Puckert team created seven All-Americans this season with an almost perfect regular season. Rising to the occasion was Ryder ' s daughter, All-American, senior Sharon Ryder. Ryder was a team captain who served also as a representative to her father and showed the team what a dedicated archer looks like. The elder Ryder commented, She had always been a big team player, and was well liked bv everyone. Rvder also placed third at the US Intercollegiate and helped the team win first place overall at the 2002 East Regional Indoor competition by shooting second in individual women ' s compound. Coach Rvder was pleased with the chemistry of the team and their performance, They all practiced and worked together, and so they were all able to learn and grow together. They did a great job. archery 261 restlingarchery 262 basketballcheerleadingcrosscoc nfryfieldhockeyfoofiba c baseball reflections by jen carter Last season proved to be successful for the Dukes on the baseball diamond. Not only did the baseball team improve from previous years, it also met several team goals. The Dukes finished the season 44-16, a school record tor number of victories in a season. The Dukes appeared on the national poles for eight weeks, peaking at 22 by Baseball America. The Dukes also led the Colonial Athletic Association (CAA) in many categories such as team batting with .315 and an earned run average of 3.67. With this success the Dukes won the American Division of the CAA, and earned the top seed for the CAA tournament. At the tournament the men finished second, but received an at-large bid to the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) tournament. The Dukes went to regionals in South Carolina seeded third, and lost to North Carolina twice to be eliminated from the tournament. Several individuals from the team received honors. Junior first baseman Eddie Kim, was named CAA player of the year. Kim was also selected to first-team All-CAA, All-State, and All-East. Kim was second in the CAA for batting with a .421 average, and came close to many school records in hits, runs batted in, and doubles. Kim was joined on All-CAA first team by junior pitcher fared Doyle, and junior third baseman Brent Metheny. Junior pitcher Dan Meyer and junior third baseman Mitch Rigsby were named to the second team All-CAA. sports Front Row: Sean Loso, Nathan Doyle, Kurt Isenberg, Mike Trussell, Rich McKernan, John Gouzd, Chris Cochran, Jamie Hansberry. Middle Row: Trainer Brian Lyden, Brent Metheny, Steve Ballowe, Travis Ebaugh, Mitch Rigsby, Pat Cunningham, Mart Deuchler, Dustin Bowman, Alan Lindsey.Jared Doyle, Greg Nesbift. Back Row: Assistant Coach Chuck Bartlett, Chris Martin, Brian Leatherwood, Mitch Maley, Jake Gaiser, Eddie Kim, Brandon Cornwell, Jason Cushman.Dan Meyer, Kyle Walling, Mike Butia.Head Coach Spanky McFarland, Assistant Coach Ryan Brownlee. Junior Eddie Kim makes a tag at first base. Kim had a successful season and was named CAA player of the year. ■ Photo by Rachel O ' Donnell Awaiting the pitch, senior Dustin Bowman holds his stance with anticipation. The Dukes won the American division of the CAA and finished with a league record of 15-5. ■ Photo by Jen Carter 3 spotlightSpO f gF 7 f spotlightspot I ig ht STATISTICS Games Played: 60 Games Started: 60 Batting Average: .421 At Bats: 235 Runs: 48 Hits: 99 Home Runs: 12 RBI ' s: 74 Stolen Bases: 9 10 HONORS CAA Player of the Year 2002 First team All-CAA, All-State, All-East 2002 CAA leader in hits and RBI ' s 2002 mnastics acrossesoccer swimming divingtenn strack field Junior Kurt Isenberg winds up to deliver his best. Isenberg, along with the rest of the pitching staff, only allowed for an average of 2.6 walks per game. ■ Photo by Rachel O ' Donnell soofeboardSCOrabOQ t soaebcad JMU OPP 10 4 5 Maryland Richmond North Carolina State 3 7 2 6 Maryland 17 George Washington 6 11 Penn State 4 11 Penn State 8 9 Liberty 4 6 Albany 6 Georgia 20 7 Georgia 4 11 Jacksonville 1 4 Detroit Mercy 3 5 Jacksonville 1 5 North Florida 9 11 St. Joseph ' s 6 5 St. Joseph ' s 1 17 St. Joseph ' s 1 6 8 1 UNC-Greensboro Virginia Tech Hofstra 4 3 5 4 7 Hofstra Hofstra Richmond George Washington 4 5 4 7 Delaware 12 6 3 13 Delaware Virginia Virginia 4 2 4 26 Virginia Tech 12 4 William and Mary 10 William and Mary 8 8 William and Mary 2 26 5 Radford Richmond 2 9 10 12 Drexel Drexel 6 5 7 Drexel 1 29 West Virginia 3 6 Towson 1 1 3 Towson 14 1 2 Towson 5 23 Liberty 6 4 George Mason 6 8 George Mason 4 8 George Mason 2 17 Radford 5 19 UNC-Wilmington 4 5 UNC-Wilmington 4 6 UNC-Wilmington 3 5 2 Old Dominion Old Dominion Old Dominion 2 3 7 6 2 Delaware William and Mary VCU 3 2 4 VCU 4 5 7 North Carolina VCU North Carolina Record: 44-16 5 2 9 CAA Record: 15-5 (Second Place) baseball 263 rcherybaseball cheerleadingcrosscoi nfryfieldhockeyfoofba golfgymn£ men ' s basketball I reflections by alan kravetz Head coach Sherman Dillard entered his sixth season with high hopes for a successful season. This year ' s team consisted of a large group or old players and an incoming group of players that provided a good compli- ment to the returnees. The Dukes returned each of their starters from last season along with five other team members from last year. The returnees included the Colonial Athletic Association ' s leading scorer and lour other players who made 22 or more starts last season. We have a team that has a good mix, reported Dillard, We have a quality group of veteran players but also a lot of new faces. I ' ve been extremely impressed with the work ethic and camaraderie our players have shown in the off-season, he said. Returning to the team was senior guard David Fanning, who averaged a CAA-best 18.0 points per game last season. Other returnees included senior center Ian Caskill, senior forward Pat Mitchell, junior forward Dwayne Broyles and senior guard Chris Williams. Also back was senior center Kenny Whitehead, senior guard Charlie Hatter, junior forward Robert Smith, and sophomore guards Daniel Freeman and Todd Moret. The newcomers to the team included freshmen forwards Ulrich Kossepka and Jon Plefka and freshmen guards Wes Miller and John Naparlo. The team was able to play all new opponents this year, as their schedule was modified at the beginning of the season. They played 13 home games, 13 road game and three neutral-site games. Their non-conference opponents included Florida Atlantic of the Atlantic Sun Conference, La Salle, Georgetown and West Virginia of the Big East, Akron of the Mid- American, and Appalachian State, Davidson and Furman of the Southern Conference. Also competing against the Dukes was Auburn, Denver, Duquesne, Northeastern, Sacred Heart, Troy State, and Puerto Rico- Mayaguez. I ' m very pleased with our schedule, reported Dillard. I ' m excited to have the opportunity to compete against three teams that were in last season ' s NCAA Tournament; I ' m happy to have added several new opponents to our schedule; and it ' s good that we ' ve been able to renew agreements with teams like West Virginia and Georgetown from the Big East. In one or the best games of the season. Fanning and Broyle each scored 27 points to power the university to a 74-66 victor) ' over Old Dominion University. The Dukes had lost against ODU earlier in the season but, We regrouped as a team and played with a sense of purpose, said Dillard. Junior Dwayne Broyles looks for an open teammate while taking on George Mason. Dwayne had a career high of 27 points against ODU in February. ■ Photo by Micah Crane yjjQlSpoWghtspcMjrtspotKst DWAYNE BROYLES Junior Canton, OH 6 ' 4 , 185 lbs. Position: F, G STATISTICS Points: 27 vs. ODU 2 8 03 Rebounds: 1 1 vs. ASU 12 30 02 3-FG: 7 vs. ODU 2 8 03 FT: 9 vs. VMI 12 29 01 Assists: 7(2x) last at UNCW 2 5 03 Blocks: 4 vs. Akron 12 7 02 Steals: 4(2x) last at GMU 1 18 03 Front Row; Jacqi Carter, Jon Hutton.Wes Miller, Chris Williams, Charlie Hatter, Sherman Dillard, John Napario, David Fanning, Daniel Freeman, Sean O ' Regan, Elizabeth Simmons . Second Row: Annette Aldridge, Ron Bradley, Kevin Gaggett, Dwayne Broyles, David Cooper, Pat Mitchell, Ian Caskill, Kenny Whitehead, Jon Plefka, Rob Smith, Ulrich Kossepka.Todd Moret.Tom Kuster, Ben D ' Alessandro, Greg Werner. 264 sports icrossesoccer swimming divingfenn strack field wrestling SOOfEbOc JMU i t HCf ' YV£s TO£vWc Y- i -™-J KioUUI CkAJCU L SCC - «UJ= U OPP 60 Georgetown 80 67 West Virginia 59 La Salle 67 ' 84 Akron 82 71 Florida Atlantic 57 72 Denver 79 88 Puerto Rico-Mayagu 58 66 Northeastern 69 76 Appalachian State 83 62 Drexel 8 2 54 Delaware 69 64 Towson 51 65 Hofstra 58 58 UNC Wilmington 73 76 George Mason 70 58 Virginia Commonwealth 65 56 Old Dominion 74 59 William Mary 61 75 Hofstra 69 62 UNC Wilmington 73 74 Old Dominion 66 Junior Chris Williams sets his sights on the basket as he plans his way around a George Mason defender. Williams had a total of nine assists. ■ Photo by Micah Crane Junior Dwayne Broyles looks for the open lane around a George Mason defender. Broyles had four steals in that game. ■ Photo by Micah Crane men ' s basketball 265 cherybaseball cheerleadingcrosscounfryfieldhockeyfoofjba golfgymnass women ' s basketball scoreboardSCO ebOOrofscoebcerd JMU OPP 46 Tulane 58 53 Duquesne 70 73 Boise St ate 35 73 Virginia Tech 77 92 Norfolk State 63 96 Morgan State 45 67 Charlotte 68 75 Lipscomb 42 59 Rhode Island 52 57 George Mason 82 87 Hofstra 78 61 Virginia Commonwealth 68 48 Old Dominion 58 72 William Mary 67 62 Towson 42 65 Wilmington 62 49 Delaware 60 73 Drexel 50 68 George Mason 58 98 Old Dominion 95 78 William Mary 73 53 Wilmington 60 71 Hofstra 60 Towson Virginia Commonwealth Delaware Drexel spo1ightSpOf igf 7fepotlights K li(SpW SHANNA PRICE Senior Danville, VA Forward Team Tri-Captain HONORS 2002 All-CAA Second Team 2002 Most Valuable Player Front Row: Marsha Kinder, Mary Beth Culbertson.Chante Alexander Co-Captain Nadine Morgan, Head Coach Bud Childers, Co-Captaiil Shanna Price, Co-Captain Jess CichowiC2, Lynn Liburd, Jody LeRose.l Back Row: Athletic Training Student Lauren Hartzler, Manager Stephanie Mawyer, Athletic Trainer Sherry Summers, Asst.Coact) Krista Kilburn-Steveskey, Strength and Conditioning Coach Greij Werner, Mindy Sy wassink, (Crystal Brooks, Denae Dobbins, Jessie Whitaker, Manager Paul Lambert, Assoc. Head Coach Kenny Brooksl Asst. Coach Kim Hairston, Manager Alex Ernst, Athletic Training Student Michelle Alexander 266 sports lymii wacrossesoccer swimming divingfenn strack field wrestling Senior Shana Price soars toward the basket as Drexel Defenders watch. Price was selected as an all CAA 2002 player. Sophomore Krystal Brooks takes the jump shot and avoids the block from a Drexel defender. ■ Photo by reflections by jen carter With just as many newcomers as returning players, the women ' s basketball team looked to rely on a few veteran players to lead the squad. These veterans leaders would be the three senior captains, Jess Chicowicz, Nadine Morgan and Shanna Price. Chicowicz was a three year starter at point guard, and held numerous university records. Morgan and Price, both starting forwards, have earned Ail-Conference honors in the past. The tiiree captains combined with last year ' s most improved plaver sophomore Lvnn Liburd to form a core group of strong players. After a rough start to the season, failing to Tulane University in the home opener, and losing a close one in overtime to Virginia Tech, the team bounced back. The dukes first Colonial Athletic Association win came against Hoistra in a 87-78 victory in which all five starters scored in double digits. Sophomore center Krystal Brooks scored a career-high 21, while Chicowicz also scored a career-high of 19. The women set the pace earlv scoring on 1 of their first 1 5 field-goal attempts. The team also had a season- high oi nine three-pointers. The next big CAA win came over William and Mar r , in an overtime battle where the dukes pulled out a 72-67 victory. Price was key in this match up, scoring 21 points, having 9 rebounds, and scoring six of the dukes first eight points in overtime. The second half of the season could not have gone better for the dukes, winning their 10th home game in a row with another overtime victory, this time 98-95 over Old Dominion. Not only were the dukes winning at home, but on the road as well. The women pulled off another solid win against Hofstra, this time on the road. Price and Morgan combined for 40 points to lead the dukes to this victory. The women looked forward to this momentum earning them and continuing into the CAA championship series. Freshman Denae Dobbins sets up a screen as senior Jess Cichowicz drives the basket. Cichowicz obtained the 500 assist career mark against Norfolk State. ■ Photo by Micah Crane women ' s basketball 267 -cherybaseball fieldhockeyfootoa golfgymnastics acrossej cheerleading reflections by maureen mclain Head coach Greg Whitesell helped set Bridgeforth Stadium and the Convocation Center on fire in his first year with the cheerleading squad. Coach Whitesell, a veteran cheerleader of the university was on the team from 1994 to 2000, and brought all those years of experience back with him when he took the position of head coach this year. It ' s been a very busy vear and I ' ve had the opportunity to work with a good group of athletes, Whitesell said of his first year on staff. The squad was divided up into two smaller squads; the purple squad resembled more of a varsity squad and cheered at the mens basketball games. While the gold squad resembled more of a junior varsity squad and cheered at women ' s basketball games. Unique to the purple and gold, however, was the fact that neither squad had a captain. According to coach Whitesell there was no need for captains. Everyone contributes equally on the team, reported the rookie coach. Assistant coach Amy Goss, cheered on the team last vear, and helped Coach Whitesell run the show. Goss and Whitesell cheered on the team together from 1998 to 2000, when Whitesell graduated. Goss continued cheering until 2002, when she joined the coaching staff. Off the sidelines the cheerleaders participated in numerous other activities as well; whether it be Greek life or helping charity organizations, they always seemed to go the extra mile to do a good thing. Cheerleaders helped with Children ' s First Day, a summer program put together by TV3 to bring members of the community out for a day of fun. The gold team participated in the MS Walk, an event to help raise support and awareness for multiple sclerosis. Clearly both squads exemplified pride and dedication through their endless support and enthusiasm. Varsity cheerleader Beth Sparrow flys in a stunt despite the windy conditions during the Homecom- ing game. Photo by Micah Crane Pyramids and partner stunts are among the few of the creative and crowd-pleasing tactics the cheering squads use.The squad was divided into a purple and gold tea Photo by Micah Crane 268 sports Using flashy paraphanelia is not new to varsity cheerleaders who regularly use pon poms to entice the crowd. ■ Photo by Micah Crone er swimming divingtenn strack field illeyballwresf Vng cross country i , f , -,7 % SP W |T50) ' c if t A 1 1  adi ' r:gtrw pa.-l r. ' i :o, j.iiiry meet juhioi . :■■ us t hirff ' !tf 1 ) kee : goi iserhas placeo best n the 800 id 1 ■■ distance evenl ourtesy of PhotogrophpSer: reflections by maureen mclain Dave Rinker continued his reign as Head Coach of both men ' s and women ' s cross country teams for a fourth year. Coach Rinker is becom- ing a well recognized coach throughout the country, and we all respect him to be one of the best, said freshman Nick Noe of his first year with the team. On November second the men ' s and women ' s teams competed in the Colonial Athletic Association Championships and finished second after first place finisher William and Mary. We lost to William and Mary because they are an older team than we are; they were pretty much just a year ahead of us, said freshman Travis Lambert of the team ' s perfor- mance at the meet. The team as a whole was, however, very pleased with their second place finish overall. Coming in first for the women was senior Mollie DeFrancesco (20:46.05) followed by junior Cindy Dunham (21:55.77) who came in fourth overall. Freshmen Nelly Anderson, Shannon Saunders, and junior Kelly Baker also came in among the top 10 female finishers at the meet. The men ' s performance was headed up by sophomore Mark Bahnuk (26:33.75) in 17th place followed by freshman Travis Lambert (26:53.46) in 25th place. On November 23rd, the team competed in the IC4A Championships. The team came in 6th in the competition, in which schools from Virginia to Maine are invited. On the men ' s team, freshman Evan Kays (25:51.7) came in 22nd followed by sophomore Allen Carr (26:09.8) who came in 35th. On the women ' s team, junior Clair Wood (18:48.3) came in 20th followed by junior Cindy Dunham (18:55.2) who came in 23rd. Front row: Nelly Anderson, Cindy Dunham, Tiffany Cross, Whitney Dunbar, Ashley Payne, Elizabeth Poremsky Back Row: Chelsea Henderson, Lauren Gabler, Shannon Saunders, Jessica Tussing, Kelly Stemp, Catherine Seguin, Mollie DeFrancesco, Claire Wood, Katie Losier, Kristin Saunders cheerleading cross country 269 eerleadingcrosscountry footballgc gymnastics acrossesoccer field hockey reflections by : oleakney Junior Meredith Lawrance attempts to manuever around a defender from Boston College. Even though the team fell just short of the national title they still finished with a strong season record. ' Photo by Micah Crane The field hockev team, coached bv Irene Horvat, for the third year, assistant coach Sail} ' Northcroft, and new arrival assistant, Amanda Janney, achieved a 1 2th place national rank after a season record of 13-9. The team secured a record or 8-3 at Bridgeforth Stadium, a 5- 5 away record, and 0-1 on neutral ground, which was very similar to last vear ' s 12-9 season. Their impressive list of wins included: Appalachian State, Duke, Wakeforest, Virginia, Richmond, North Carolina, Radford, Drexel, America, and Boston College. This years roster was comprised of 27 females: 1 3 freshmen, four sophomores, six juniors, and four seniors. The team wa s lead by senior team captains Kiernan Raffo and Ryan Shean with vice cap- tions, seniors Carrie Phillips and Elize van Ballegooie. In Colonial Athletic Association (CAA) play, the team held strong. With a 4-3 CAA record, the team placed third, behind first place Old Dominion, and second place William and Man 7 . Beating out Virginia Commonwealth 3- 1 , Drexel 2- 1 , Towson 4-0, and Hofstra 3-2 in overtime, the Dukes showed their skill and perseverance. This year ' s CAA Field Hockev Defensive Player of the Year was awarded to senior Ryan Shean. Finishing her four-year career.Shean started all but two games. She earned a spot on the CAA first-team, after Senior Kiernan Raffo makes a terrific save during a game against Boston College. Raffo was named All- Conference goalkeeper for the 2001 season with a .750 save percentage. ■ Photo by Micah Crane In a rush, sophomore Alissa Santann a goes for the steal while running down field. The team had a great season, finishing 1 2th in the nation. ■ Pfioro by Micah Crane being named to the second team in her junior year. Another award was given to freshman, goalkeeper Lori Amico, for CAA Field Hockey Rookie of the Year. She had several strong games in goal for the Dukes this season. The field hockey first team A11-Q A included players Shean, sophomore Veerle Goudswaard, and junior Janelle Pedis. Second team CAA honors were awarded to van Ballegooie. In the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) play, the Dukes had a disappointing 1-2 loss against Duke, getting knocked out or the tournament in the first round. In terms of stats, however, the Dukes scored a total of 53 goals this year, giving only 59 away to opponents. Goudswaard contributed 14 of those goals, and Perlis had the second high of 12, they were also responsible for the highest number of assists. Phillips, sophomore Alissa Santanna, Ballegooie, and juniors Valerie Cohen, Dana Weaver, Amy Cordes, and Meredith Lowrance continued the team ' s successful year by contributing to the goal total. The team had a series of 22 total goal passes, and 34 assists. Goal keepers for the team, Amico (36) and Rafto (80) had a combined 1 16 saved goals. 1 r 270 sports imming divingfenn strack field wrestlingarcherybaseballbaske scoreba JMU ardSCOfebOQTC sooebced OPP 6 Appalachian State 3 Duke 2 2 Wake Forest 1 3 Virginia 1 5 American 2 1 Kent State 2 Michigan State 1 3 Old Dominion 7 2 Richmond 1 3 3 Virginia Commonwealth Hofstra 1 2 2 Drexel 1 4 North Carolina 3 2 Penn State 4 Delaware 1 4 Towson Maryland 7 3 Radford 2 Boston College 1 3 William Mary 6 1 Old Dominion 14 1 Duke 2 ront: Katie Peacock (Trainer), Casey Cahill, Heidi Beck.Janelle ' erlis, Amy Cordes, Alissa Santanna, Dana Weaver, Meredith Lawrance, arrie Phillips. Standing: Head Coach Irene Horvat, Ryan Hipp Athletic Trainer), KristenSondermann.Lori Amico, Casey Antinarella, .helsea Garfield, Lindsay Coffman, Elize Van Ballegooie, Ashley towling, Ryan Shean, Maureen Klingler, Veerle Goudswaard, aura DeYoung, Carrie Smith, Lindsey Keller, Hollie DeCecco, ' alerie Cohen, Kate Brady, Maureen Pfahler.Kiernan Raffo, Assistant oach Sally Northcroft, Assistant Coach Amanda Janney. spo SpOtlightspo tspoUight  - Ryan Shean Redshirt-Senior Medfield, Mass. Position: B, M Career Statistics: Games Played: 85 Games Started: 82 Goals: 1 Assists: 9 field hockey 271 osscou ntryi ieldhockey goligymnastics acrossesoccer swimminc! football 9pdS tSpOtlightispcM iapalS Sophomore hurdles afelien University of Massachusetts playei during the Homecoming gajjfcWRondell ' rushed for a touchdown durinc, the game, ami ' s! for the entire 2002 season. PhotobyMicoh Crane Jerame Southern Junior Hampton, VA 6 ' 1 , 210 lbs. Defensive End Statistics 89 stops in 1 2 games 1 5 tackles for loss 4.5 quarterback sacks Honors First team All-Southern Conference Top tackier on the defensive line 4th in team tackles, 56 primary stops All-Atlantic 1 Football Conference Team 2002 scxDi bcodSCOTODOS lI sooretoard JMU OPP 28 Hampton 31 20 New Hampshire 14 16 Florida Atlantic 13 24 Hofstra 21 26 Villanova 30 6 Maine 17 1 University of Delaware 23 Richmond 26 7 Massachusetts 14 15 Rhode Island 11 34 William Mary 31 1 Northeastern 41 272 sports hgtenn strack field vi res? ' ngfarchery ase 3a basketballcheerleadinc reflections by alan kravetz After losing two key players last year, the football team had several vital spaces to fill, including linebacker Derek Lloyd, last years Buck Buchanan award winner and Most Valuable Player defensive player in the country. At the beginning or the season, head coach Mickey Matthews, now in his fourth year at the uni- versity, said, Last year we had as young a football team as I ' ve been involved with in 25 years of coaching. The good thing about this season is we ' re a year older, but this still will be the second- youngest team I ' ve been involved with. We ' ll only have five or six seniors on our squad. The team ended up with only three juniors and four seniors, yet despite the odds against them, the men ended the season with a respectable 5-7 record. In the team ' s last home game of the season against William and Mary, the Dukes showed their fans what they were capable of. At the end of the first quarter, the Dukes led the score 14-7 with senior wide receiver Brannon Goins bringing in a four yard run early in the quarter, followed bv a four yard reception pass for a touchdown received bv senior tailback Rondell Bradley with four minutes remaining. At the end of the third, the Dukes still led homore Chris Lorio breaks augh a wall of University of ssachusetts players to gain ds. Lorio rushed for 161 yards I had two touchdowns in the 12 season. ■ Photo byMicah ne with a seven point lead after senior fullback Jason Mallory caught a 5 1 yard pass from freshman quarterback Jayson Cooke. The fourth quarter left the two teams tied at 28-28 until freshman tailback Raymond Hines carried the ball into the end zone for a one yard run in overtime leaving the Dukes victorious with a 34-31 win. Although the team was challenged by having several injuries combined with having a young team, they still managed to play their games with dedication and pride. I think we were a really young talented team, and we are looking forward to the years to come, admited offensive coach, John Zernhelt, also in his fourth year. The mistakes that we made can be contributed to the vouthrulness of the team. But as we get older, I think we are going to be an excellent football team. he added. Freshman Raymond Hines pushes his way past the 20-yard line on a kickoff return against the University of Massachusetts. Hines finished the season averaging 4.9 yards per carry. ■ Photo by Micah Crane football 273 ieldhockeyfoofoa gymnastics acrossesoccer swimming divingfc men ' s women ' s golf scoreboardSCOreboarc scoreboard mens JMU Golf Invitational 8th of 15 Mclaughlin 3rd of 17 Big Red Classic 10th of 16 Colonial Intercollegiate 3rd of 18 Liberty Spring Classic 8th of 13 Princeton Invitational Tied for 4th of 19 CAA Championships (Conference) 4th of 10 Rutherford Intercollegiate 8th of 15 Junior Jessica Lewis follows through after her shot for the green. Lewis finished the season with the best stroke average on the team. ■ Photo by Rachel OVonnell DotlightSpOf gr 7fspotlightspotlight 3potlightSpOf gf )fspotlightspotlight JESSICA LEWIS Junior Bethesda, MD Stroke Average: 75.57 Nittany Lion Invitational: 1st Place, 74-74-73 Golden Panther Invitational, 1st Place, 83-74-71 ECAC Championships: 2nd Place, 71-77 FL Southern Invitational: 2nd Place, 77-71-75 JAY WOODSON Junior Powhatan, VA Stroke Average: 72.66. CAA Championships: 2nd Place, 68-69-72 Hoya Invitational: 3rd Place, 69-73 Rutherford Intercollegiate: Tied 2nd Place 75-73-76 274 sports itrack field wrestlingarcheiybaseballbasketba cheer eati ngcrosscoui reflections by emily koch 1 Despite a shaky start to the season, the mens golf team finished fifth in the Mid-Atlantic District, just one spot shy of a bid to the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) tournament. Though the team floundered during the fall, it turned up the heat in the spring, finishing fourth overall at the Princeton Invitational and fourth again at the Colonial Athletic Association (CAA) Championships. According to head coach Paul Gooden, the teams comeback toward the end of the season resulted from the team members keeping tabs on one another ' s commitment. The guys started holding each other accountable for their actions. When that happened, everybody started playing better, said Gooden. The Dukes started out the season with an eighth place finish out of 15 teams at the JMU Golf Invitational, where freshman Barry Londeree placed fourth individually and achieved the team ' s individual low 36-hole tournament score of 1 37. The rest of the team made a team low tournament score of 583 for 36 holes. The team placed third out of 17 teams at McLaughlin, boosting their enthusiasm for the rest of the season. Easing their way back up the ranks, the Dukes took 10th at the Big Red Classic in the beginning of March, and then took third at the Colonial Intercollegiate. At the Liberty Spring Classic the following week, the team fell back to place eighth, but came back with two fourth-place finishes at the Princeton Invitational and the CAA Championships. Woodson scoreboardSCOrejboardscoreboard women ' s Unlimited Potential Bay Tree Classic Tied for 8th of 20 Nittany Lion Invitational 1st of 14 Marilyn Smith Sunflower Invitational 5th of 17 ECAC Championships 1st of 23 Pine Needles Invitational 10th of 14 FIU Golden Panther Invitational 2nd of 9 Carolina Collegiate Classic Tied for 6th of 20 Florida Southern Invitational 4th of 18 UNCW Lady Seahawk Invitational 10th of 18 William Mary Invitational 1st of 15 Dukes Invitational 2nd of 17 placed fourth at the Princeton Invitational, and second overall at the CAA Championships. The women ' s team started the year taking first place at the Nittany Lion Invitational at Penn State, the team ' s second tournament of the season. By the end of the season, they had claimed seven top-five finishes, and never placed lower than 10th in any tournament. At the Marilyn Smith Sunflower Invitational in mid-October, the Dukes placed fifth with a combined score of 319. The team won the field of 23 teams at the East Coast Athletic Conference (ECAC) Championships with a two-day team score of 619. Junior Jessica Lewis placed second at the tournament, just one stroke off the leader, graduate CorrieTayman placed third, and sophomore Jayme Langford placed seventh. The Dukes took second in the FIU Golden Panther Invitational, where Lewis took first with a three-round total of 228, winning the first play-off hole with a birdie. The team placed sixth out of 20 teams at the Carolina Collegiate Classic, where Senior Carol Green tied tor first overall. The Dukes took first at the William and Mary Invitational with the help of Lewis ' s second place finish and Langford ' s ninth place finish. In the final tournament of the season, the Dukes Invitational, the team took second out of 17 teams with a two-day team score of 628. Both Lewis and Green were ranked in the top 50 amateur women ' s golfers in the countrv later in the summer. Front Row: Barry Londeree, Jay Woodson, Corey Cambell, Chris Cope, Chris Liug, Ryan Stuart, Jason Robertson, Jairo Irreno. Back Row: John Reynolds. Mike Gooden, Head Coach Paul Gooden, Jayme Langford, Jessica Lewis, Erika Zwetkow, Carol Green, Corrie Tayman.Meg Davies, Dawn Berry, Geoff Forcino men ' s women ' s golf 275 ieldhockeyfoofiba golf lacrossesoccer swimming divingtenwsil! gymnastics B reflections by maureen mclain The Women ' s gymnastics team had 19 members during the 2002-2003 season; 10 of them were ranked in the university ' s Ail-Time Top 10 list. Going into the season with this kind of experience, the lady dukes had an intensely competitive season with very difficult competitors. Holding the school record for the floor exercise with a score of 9.9, senior Carri Elder joined senior Lauren Shear in their dual-captainship. Shear was a fourth Ail-Time competitor in university history on the balance beam with a score of 9.85 and tenth Ail-Time on the floor exercise earning a 9.8. Two more seniors contributed their experience and spirit to the team. Senior Janelle DiOrio was also a fourth All-Time competitor with a score of 9.85 on the beam, and senior Emily McNabb was awarded the ECAC Coaches Choice Award in February. After the first three meets, both the Men ' s and Women ' s teams hosted their first, and for the women, the only home meet. At this meet, both teams attained their season ' s highest scores thus far with the women ' s team scoring 192.05 and the men ' s scoring 189.3. During this meet, the women ' s team scored in first place several times. Junior, Erin Fitzgerald scored a 38.2 in her all-around competition followed by DiOrio getting second place with a 38.175. The university held the first three spots on the beam with DiOrio coming in first, followed by Fitzgerald, and then junior Katie Elder. The Elder sisters rivaled on the floor with the younger of the two in the lead winning first place scoring a 9.85, and Carri scoring in with a close second of 9.825. According to Shear, Our one and only home meet of the year, against William and Mary, was one of those meets that just sends chills up your spine. We hit routine after routine and ended up scoring the third highest team score in the school ' s history. She said that the spirit and enthusiasm that [the university] is so well known for in the world of gymnastics was very apparent that night. 1 he day after the women ' s competition, the men took on both William and Mary and the Naval Academy. One of three freshmen, Peter Conduragis, came in second on the still rings scoring his personal-best with an 8.85. Sophomore Lucas Buchholz shows his skills on the pommel horse. Buchholz had a career high of 8.1 5 in the event ■ Photo by Rachel O ' Donnell Sophomore Andy Erskine gives an excellent performance on the rings. Erskine ' s career high is 7.25. ' Photo by Micah Crane I Leaping in style.junior shows her . tcuracy on the beam. Elder was ranked forth on the beam. ■ Photo by Micah Crane The only senior on the team. Josh Goodwin, came in fifth on the pommtj horse, for the second time that season, with a score of 7.95. Contributing to some comic levin- for the team, sophomores Brett Warjj and Lucas Buchholz wrote about the team ' s experiences, throughout tht season in their diary entries, under the pen name, The Sophomore I Duo. But the duo also contributed their athletic talent, especially in ; the second meet of the year against Temple. Wargo scored a 7.95 on tht ' high bar earning second place and Buchholz was the top finisher for thil Dukes on the floor exercise with a score of 8.3 earning fourth place. I 276 sports Afield wrestlingarcherybaseballbasketbaUcheer ead ngcrosscountry x SpoWghtsixM spolSgM BRETTWARGO Sophomore Hinsdale, IL CAREER HIGHS Floor Exercise: 8.45 Pommel Horse: 6.30 Rings: 5.40 Vault: 8.55 Parallel Bar: 7.10 High Bar: 7.60 sp pOtlightspcM$ispoUight -nor— f ' lm . . . iiii iinl I rit Row: Adam Saltzman, Lucas Bucholz, and Peter Conduragis, ■ :ond Row: Brett Wargo, Jason Woodnick, Andy Erskine, Scott f nandChrisYurek.BackRow: Peter Centofante, Jeremy Etzkorn, - h Goodwin, Ryan Hikel, Justin Martin scoreboardSCOfBbOQrdscoeboard WOMEN Towson, Penn State, Brockport 3rd of 4 Towson, Rutgers, Ursinus 3rd of 4 UNQ, William Mary 2nd of 3 William Mary 2nd of 2 MEN Penn State, William Mary, Navy 4th of 4 Temple 2nd of 2 Army, Temple, S. Connecticut 3rd of 4 William Mary, Navy 3rd of 3 JANELLE DIORIO Senior Gambrills, MD CAREER HIGHS Floor Exercise: 9.600 Bars: 9.375 Beam: 9.850 Vault: 9.625 All-Around: 38.025 gymnastics 277 ootballgolfgymnastics soccer swimming divingtennistrack field lacrosse scoreba JMU adSODI boardsooreboad OPP 9 Pennsylvania 10 10 Penn State 11 14 Yale 9 9 Old Dominion 8 16 7 Towson Loyola 4 12 6 William and Mary 10. 14 Delaware 5 19 Drexel 4 9 George Mason 10 11 Hofstra 10 7 Virginia 15 11 8 Maryland Georgetown 10 9 4 North Carolina 5 13 Hofstra 4 13 Old Dominion 17 7 Duke 12 Season Record: 8-10 ZAA Record: 5-3 (Third) National Rank: 15th « Wenior JSilwakesitbyNorth Carolina ' s defense during a home game. The Dukes finished the season ranked 1 5th In the nation. Photo by Rachel O ' Donnell DotightSpOtlightspotlghtspoa it LISA STAEDT Senior Springfield, PA Midfielder STATISTICS Games Played: 18 Games Started: 18 Shots on goal: 122 Goals: 54 Percentage: .443 278 sports wrestlingarcherybaseballbasketballcheerleadingcrosscountryfieldhocke reflections by alan kravetz With eight years of experience coaching the Dukes, women ' s lacrosse head coach Jennifer Ulelha said goodbye to her ream at the end of t he season. It was also the last year for assistant coach, Mindy Leher (01) who provided much-needed guidance and leadership. Many of the team members had never played at the college level before. Team captain senior Lisa Staedt described it as a learning year. We struggled a lot, but we were a young team, said Staedt, a first team All-South Region and second team All-American who was recently named to the 2002 Intercollegiate Women ' s Lacrosse Coaches Association (IWLCA) U.S. Lacrosse (USL) All- American Team. While the women pulled off a respectable 8-10 season, Staedt reported that most of their losses were by very small margins. The commendable effort of the new team was exemplified in their game against Ulelha ' s alma mater, Maryland State. The Dukes had an impressive 1 1- 10 win over Maryland, who held the national championship for the past seven years. Helping lead the team to victory was team co-captain, senior Kristen Dinisio, the Duke ' s third-leading goal scorer (34) and leader in game-winning goals (three). Dinisio was a second-team pick in the Colonial Athletic Association (CAA), and was recently named to the 2002 IWLCA All-South Region Team. She was a player that had a lot of passion and heart for the team, said Staedt of co-captain Dinisio. At the departure of the team ' s coach, Staedt said, Everyone loved her. She was demanding and motivational. She brought our program into the top 10; she really made it into something. 1 i lunior Gail Decker plays hard defense against an opposing North Carolina ulayer. Decker never let up, even in iuch a fast-paced game. ■ Photo by lachel O ' Donnell Assistant Coach Mindy Leher gives the Front Row: Kari Martell.Kara Beaty.Gail Decker, Natalie Shore, EliseBernier, Erin Chantler, women ' s team a motivating speech during halftime.The Dukes went on to place third in the CAA for the season. ■ Photo by Rachel O ' Donnell Carolyn Brophy. Second Row: Manager Amanda Stokes, Ashley Dardine, Johanna Buchholz, Kristin Polak. Third Row: Brooke Crawford, Melody Jacobson, Bryer Davis, Katie Riesenfeld, Amy Altig, Lisa Sager, Jessica Beard, Meghan Young, Lisa Staedt, Samantha Warner, Kristin Dinisio. Back Row: Rachel Sappington, Jesseca Collins, Kari Pabis, McNevin Molloy, Kiernan Raffo, Lyndsay Graham, Beth Davis, Megan Hannum, Jessica Bronridge, Head Coach Jennifer Ulelha, Assistant Coach Mindy Leher. lacrosse 279 lymnastics acrosse swimming divingtenn strack field wes|W men ' s soccer reflections fcyalankavetz After losing nine players last year, several of whom were All-Conference players, head coach Tom Martin knew that his team certainly had their work cut out for them. To make matters worse, the team also sustained several injuries early in the season. We just didn t recover from those losses completely. And as a result, we started and ended well, but the middle of the season was weak for us, remarked Martin, You can ' t have all those things happen at once. Unfortunately we did. Despite all the forces working against the team, the men pulled off a winning 8-10-3 season, and finished in the middle of the Colonial Athletic Association (CAA) conference fifth out of 1 teams. Most coaches would consider this admirable, and while Martin remained enthusiastic, he insisted that, that ' s not where we wanted to be. With the loss of so many players from the previous year, an opportunity arose for many players to get playing time they may not have gotten otherwise. Among those who stepped up to fill in the gaps were seniors Ben Munro, Curt Nottingham, sophomore Max Lacy, and freshmen Stian Skaug and Dan Sheridan. All of a sudden these guys were thrust into playing a lot when they didn t even think they would have to, emphasized Martin. At the beginning of the season, the men ranked in the top 10 in the region after a gratifying win against Towson University. Returning players looked forward to playing Towson after being defeated by them last year. All-Conference senior Josh Kovolenko defended the goal with incredible consistency while seniors Ben Munro Senior Jukka Sundquist maneuvers around a defender during a late game.The Dukes kept the pressure on the Hokies all the way to double overtime. ■ Photo byMicah Crane and Patrice Filin each scored for the Dukes, finishing off the game at 2-0. The men ' s performance also qualified for the CAA playoffs. Co-captains Kovolenko and junior Rob Overton led the team to its winning season. With only three losses, most by a narrow margin, the men certainly rose to the occasion. It is important to me to have a one captain who is a senior and the other a junior, because the one can learn from the other and then he is able to do the same the following year, explained Martin. 280 sports Freshman Stian Skaug winds up to cross the ball during a home game. The Dukes ' constant ball movement helped them pick up a 2-0 win over Towson. ■ Photo byMicah Crane ichery ase a basketballcheerleadingcrosscotynfryfieldhockeyfoofba golf scoreba JMU - irHC Y1 1ESrY O TiU r i — i aruomj ouucv l scop tjjuau OPP 1 St. Francis 1 Temple 2 Le Salle 1 3 Army 1 California-Santa Barbara 3 1 St. Louis 3 Mount St. Mary ' s 1 Manhattan 1 1 Alabama A M 2 2 Virginia Tech 3 George Mason 3 1 William Mary 2 3 Radford 2 4 UNC-Wilmington 2 1 Virginia Commonwealth 2 1 Old Dominion 1 2 Delaware Towson 2 Hofstra 1 1 Drexel 1 Towson 3 spct rtSpofflghtspoti ritspotlight FRONT ROW: Denny Fulk, Zane O ' Brien, Kevin Trapp, Brandon Feather.Josh Kovolenko, Brant Bower, Elliott Jones, S tian Skaug, Max Lacy. MIDDLE ROW: Trevor Shea, Hart Van Santvoord, Chris Hogan, Joe Moss-Solomon, Richard Santana, Ralph Lee, Ben Munro, Christopher Pitt, Chris Naquin.Tom Sochacki, John Trice. BACK ROW: Keshav Singh, Daniel Gimenez, Bobby Humphrey, Mike Tuddenham, Patrice Filin, Grimur Gardarsson, Andrew Rutledge, Jukka Sundquist, Rob Overton, Andrew Walker, Danny Sheridan, Sean Young JOSH KOVOLENKO Senior Fairfax, VA Goalkeeper STATISTICS Games Played: 21 N Games Started: 21 Goals Allowed: 31 Shutouts: 5 5 HONORS 2002 All CAA Second Team 2001 CAA Tournament MVP 2000, 2001 All-CAA First Team 2000 All State First Team men s soccer 281 jymnastics acrosse swimming divingfenn strack field wresk:- women ' s soccer ir arrirRbrerri YYYRhf AWcY JMU OPP 5 Rutgers Richmond 1 3 Tulane 1 2 2 5 Pennsylvania Georgetown West Virginia Virginia Tech Penn State Towson 3 3 1 4 Old Dominion 3 Virginia Commonwealth Hofstra 2 2 1 2 Drexel Delaware 1 3 2 1 1 2 1 2 2 1 Virginia UNC-Wilmington George Mason Maryland William Mary Virginia Commonwealth William Mary George Mason Charlotte 7 2 4 1 Richmond 1 Sophomore Katy Swindells escapes her defender and looks for another player to pass the ball to. Swindells was named to the All-CAA first team. ■ Photo by Micah Crane Red Shirt Sophomore Christy Metjt battles Pennsylvania for control ol e ball. The women ' s team played to h defense which allowed them a win. ■ Photo by Micah Crane 282 sports 7irchery 9sei3a basketbaHcheerleadingcrosscotynfAyfieldhockeyfoofba golf poflghtSpof gf 7fspotlightspofflgfif TERI JOYCE Red-Shirt Senior Fairfax, VA Forward STATISTICS Games Played: 22 Games Started: 17 Goals: 4 Assists: 5 HONORS 2002 CAA Tournament MVP 2001 All CAA First Team 2001 Offensive MVP 2000 CAA All-Tournament Team CAA Scholar-Athlete Verizon Scholar-Athlete I F : ; ront Row: Teri Joyce, Kim Argy, Laura Roach, Casey Papa, Mandy Light, Emily Baskin. fiddle Row: Lindsey Warner, Kim Tingley, Deanna Saracino, Beth McNamara, Colleen Icllrath, Christy Metzker, Karly Skladany, Katie Cordova, Kara Dunston, Amanda Hutchings, LottGolay. Back Row: Ben McCrady.Greg Paynter, Jessica Hussey.Katy Swindells, Bryant srpinski, Abby Karpinski, Meredith McClure, Tiffany Killion, Katie Owings, Whitney srpinski, Kalyn Brady, Becky Pope, Jenn Ackerman, Carrie Proost, David Lombardo. reflections b alankaMBiz Head Coach Dave Lombardo had only two pairs of shoes to fill for the women ' s soccer team. Among the key players lost to graduation were goalkeeper Suzanne Wilson and defender Jamie Miller. Taking Wilson ' s place was freshman Jessica Hussey, the goalkeeper on the under- 19 Canadian national team. Hussey stepped up and set several records including the most shutouts (11) in a season. We played a slightly different formation from last year, Lombardo remarked. We reconfigured what our system was going to look like. To make up for other losses from last year, the women started with five of their seven seniors on the team. The team ' s tri-captain setup combined the talents of seniors Colleen Mcllwrath and Meredith McClure and junior Bryant Karpinski. The captains provided the team with enough combined leadership and skill to pull off an outstanding 13-8-3 season. The girls did not stop there, however. After defeating first-seeded William and Mary and second- seeded George Mason University, the Dukes went on to win the Colonial Athletic Association (CAA) championship, which was an automatic qualifier for the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) tournament. Out of 10 teams in the conference, only six qualified. The ladies ranked fourth. These vital wins earned them entrance into the NCAA tournament. The women were one of 64 teams selected out of 300 division-one schools across the country. In the first round of the NCAA tournament they defeated University of North Carolina Charlotte, ranked 13th in the country, and went on to advance to round two where they were eventu- ally defeated by University of Richmond 0-1. The height of the season was the semi-final game in the CAA tourna- ment when the women played William and Mary. This was definitely the most exciting game for everyone, Lombardo remarked. With a 1-1 tie on the scoreboard, and 37 seconds remaining, red-shirt senior Teri Joyce hit the game-winner to take the team into the finals. Joyce ' s game- winning goals were not unfamiliar to the team. Three days earlier she broke a tie game open with 27 seconds left in the game against Virginia Commonwealth University. William and Mary was a big-time rival, and it was what the girls needed to win the tournament, Lombardo said. Eventually taking them to the championship, Joyce was named the CAA tournament Most Valuable Player. We really missed the NCAA tourna- ment the past two years, said Lombardo. It was nice to get back in. The seniors really rescued the team. women s soccer 283 jcrossesoccer swimming divingtenn strack field wrestlingarcherty softball sooreboard9C reboarakxxebo0rd JMU OPP 5 Liberty 4 Liberty 2 Delaware 3 4 Delaware 4 Delaware 5 3 Virginia Tech 9 2 Virginia Tech 10 2 Drexel 1 7 Drexel 5 Drexel 3 Coppin State 2 8 Coppin State 1 Bridgewater 1 Towson 2 1 Towson I Towson 3 3 Virginia 2 1 Virginia 9 1 Hofstra 2 1 Hofstra 3 10 Norfolk State 2 UMBC 6 Cornell 8 7 Maine 6 Seton Hall 4 8 Mount St. Mary ' s 1 3 Mount St. Mary ' s 4 Seton Hall 3 4 North Carolina A T 6 9 Wright State 4 2 Eastern Illinois 3 7 Radford 1 .6 Radford 5 1 St. Francis 2 14 Md. Eastern Shore 8 lona 1 4 Binghamton 5 Stoney Brook 1 6 Lafayette 5 2 George Mason 5 George Mason 7 2 George Mason 3 o CAA Softball Championship s 3 Delaware 4 1 Drexel 5 George Mason 4 Towson 3 Season Record: 25-24 Sophomore prepares to field a grounder. Schwiad started all_49ga ies and led the team with 10 douHes. -Photo by Rachel Q ' Dom 284 sports irchej ieballbasketballcheerleadingcrosscotyr?fAyfieldhockeyfoofiba golfgymnastics j__ reflections by emily koch With an average height of 5 feet 6 inches, made up of mostly walk-on players, including 12 freshmen and two sophomores, the Softball team turned heads. The Dukes won 25 out of 49 total games in their first varsity season at the Division I level. Most first year teams hope to win half as many games, but the Dukes set their sights on a .500 season, though they had only one player with any collegiate experience. Early in the season, the team beat The University of Virginia and its All-American pitcher 3-2 after being down 1-0 going into the bottom of the fifth. Freshman Leah Conley pitched 1 1-7 against the nationally ranked team, lust three days later, the Dukes lost 2-1 to rival Hofstra after 12 innings, where Conlev pitched 11-8. Ranked fifth going into the Colonial Athletic Association (CAA) Championships, the Dukes finished third overall with a tournament record of 2-2. To be playing on Sunday in the final three in your first year of existence was really unexpected. It capped off a tremendous first season, commented Head Coach Katie Flvnn, who was assisted by Cheryl Denny and fanine Klein. Finishing 5-9 in the regular season in conference play, the team ranked second in pitching in the conference. Freshman Nikki Dunn made the CAA All Tournament Team, and Conlev was named to the CAA second team, along with freshman infielder Katie Jaworski and sophomore centerfielder Leah Evert. With strong pitching in place from the start, the Dukes had to focus on their offensive game. They had to get used to the level of pitching thev had to play against, said Flvnn. Quickl) enough, thev did. Evert led the team with 24 runs, 42 hits, three triples, 56 total bases and 1 3 stolen bases. Third baseman, sophomore Kara Schwind, let the team in at bats with 1 52 and doubles with 10. Freshman Ashlee Schenck finished the season with 1 4 runs, 40 hits, 24 runs batted in and 47 total bases. Schenck was named Most Valuable Player for the season, and Schwind received the Best Defense Award. Freshman Liz George took the Coaches Award, and sophomore Keri Schlosser won the Purple and Gold award for heart, determination and dedication. spotlightSpof gf 7fspotlightspof%lrt mi ii IE- II !■■■ ASHLEE SCHENK Freshman Nashville, TN Catcher STATISTICS Games Played: 49 Games Started: 49 Batting Average: .296 At Bats: 135 Runs: 14 Hits: 40 RBI ' s: 24 Stolen Bases: 9 10 Front Row: Keri Schlosser, Kara Schwind, Natalie Burd. Second Row: Head Coach Katie Flynn, Leah Conley, Lisa Perdew, Katie Jaworsky, Laura Hunt, Assistant Coach Cheryl Denny. Third Row: Nikki Dunn, Kristi Nixon, Alison Pardalisjeni Cox, Liz George. Back Row: Leah Evert, Kitska Swanstrom, Catherine Gilliam, Jesse Gump, Ashlee Schenk, Sarah Zook. softball 285 crossesoccersoftba t enn strac k f i el d wrestlingarc h swimming diving reflections by maureen mclain The determination of the women ' s team was proved in their sixth meet when the lady dukes won by a 104-point margin over Radford. At this victorious meet many swimmers placed even though it was the first time most of them had competed in their respective race. During the Old Dominion meet, senior captain Amanda Coyle received first place for both the 1000 and 500 yd. freestyle and newcomer Lisa Enders took first on both the one and three-meter spring boards. The combined victories or these two competitors counted toward the 1 wins for the Lady Dukes out of 13 events. The women ' s team set a pool record for the 200 yd. freestyle relay of one minute and 38.91 seconds. Freshman Megan Loucks, sophomore Christine Filak, senior captain Marie Hansbrough, who frequently swam on winning relay teams, and junior Mary Webber took first place against George Mason University with this time. Using the same lineup in the same event almost a month later at CAA championships, the team of four won third place with an improved time of one minute and 37.10 seconds. The other two senior captains were competitive in their events as well. Amanda Coyle took first in the 500 and 200 yd. freestyle and Rebecca Guy showed consistent success with the 200 yd. butterfly. Senior, Jessica Holm Dahl swam competitively in the 200 yd. breaststroke and medley relays. Throughout the season, junior, Mary Webber, took multiple first places wins, most of which were freestyle events and some in butterfly. The three captains of the men ' s team, Ryan Hegna, Brody Reid and Patrick Stockton, all seniors, had pre-season expectations of winning the 10th Colonial Athletic Association title in duke swimming history. With a season full of record- breaking swims, many of which were relay events, the dukes showed their competitiveness for the title. A record set in 1987 was broken during a home meet against O ld Dominion University. Juniors, Front Row: Brad Burton, Adam Gathman, Drew Jordan, Will Waite, Daniel Roach, Evan Carhart, Diving Coach Rhonda Kaletz. Second Row: Jeff Hicks, Geoff Meyer, Danny Gray, John McLaren, Brody Reid, Mark Depew, Randy Carroll, Asst. Coach Tommy Quimby. Back Row: Aaron Nester, Scott Moyer, Robert Smith.Tom Libretto, Greg Landrum, Brendan Cartin, RJ Dunn, Ryan Gerwig, Patrick Stockton, Adam Zurowski, Ryan Hegna, Coach Matt Barnay, Asst. Coach Rob Roy. Junior Mark Depew competes in the 100 meter backstroke. Depew was a CAA scholar athlete. The Dukes placed 2nd in the CAA championships ■ Photo by Micah Crane Freshman Megan Loucks swims ahead of the pack during a meet with George Washington. The Lady Dukes made a tremendous comeback later in the season. ■ Photo by Micah Crane m Geoff Meyer, Mike Nicholas, Jeff Hicks, and senior John McLaren won th 400 yard freestyle relay setting the new time to beat at three minutes and 5.62 seconds. Another relay record was broken during the CAA ChampionshipsI at George Mason University. Meyer, Nicholas and McLaren teamed up withli freshman, Danny Gray to take second place in the 200 freestyle relay with I time of one minute and 22.1 1 seconds. This broke a school record set almost two years prior. As his name consistently showed up in winning relay teams, McLaren, whd also took many first place wins in the 50 yd freestvle, stood out in his finall swim season. Swimming long-distance freestyle, Reid attained multiple first- place finishes in 2002-2003 and teamed up with fellow captain, Hegna I contribute to a first place win in the 200 yd. freestyle relay. The third captaiil Stockton, contributed speed and experience, according to an article on the athletic website, to the team in the 100 and 200 yd. freestyle event 286 sports weballbasketba lcheer eati ngcrosscountry1 ' e ti)r ockeyfootballgo gymnastics sooreboadSCOrBbOOrofsocrebcerd WOMEN 107 William Mary 133 119 George Washington 121 91 East Carolina 147 30 North Carolina State 65 44 Wilmington 62 168 Radford 62 68 Virginia Tech 147 113 Towson 128 106 Richmond 136 143 Old Dominion 81 91 George Mason 140 153 Delaware 139 CAA Championships: 5th MEN 138.5 WilliamS Mary 99.5 126 George Washington 101 90 East Carolina 153 39 North Carolina State 62 51 Wilmington 71 100 Virginia Tech 143 1 34 Towson 1 05 130 Old Dominion 86 1 34 George Mason 1 08 153 Delaware 113 CAA Championships: 2nd spoti tSpoZ A7fspotJghtspo«(SP« spcti tiSpoWghtspoti tepotBght JOHN MCLAREN Senior Virginia Beach, VA Freestyle Event HONORS 2001 CAA Champion in 50 yd. Freestyle 200 yd. Medley Relay 2003 CAA Champion in 100 yd., 50 yd. Freestyle 100 yd. Butterfly AMANDA COYLE Senior Marlton, NJ Freestyle Event HONORS 2001 2002 Scholar Athlete 2001 CAA Championships 2nd in 1650 yd. Freestyle 2003 CAA Championships 4th in 1 650 yd. Freestyle mMt Front Row: Student Asst. Kristen Gilman, Lisa Enders, Megan Loucks, Meri Page Downey, Sarah Jane Bova. Kristen lorio, Erin Simpson, Lauren Scott. Second Row: Laura Scheaffer, Jenny McCarthy, Erin Merritt, Allie Comstock, Sherin McGovern, Katie Rodger, Kim Bugachinsky, Mary Webber, Christin Gannon, Ashley Cook, Lisa Haystrand. Back Row: Coach Nancy Bercaw, Marisa Heluk, Jessica Holm Dahl.AJ Kass, Megan Liddell.Jamie Andrews, Rebecca Guy, Marie Hansborough, Amanda Coyle, Christine Filak, Diving Coach Rhonda Kaletz. swimming diving 287 wimming diving track field wresf ?garcherybaseballbasketballcl men ' s women ' s tennis ading reflections by alan kravetz In 1991. the men ' s tennis head coach, Stephen Secord, was on a doubles team with Marc Brix for the Dukes. The two men played naturally together and developed a lifelong friendship on and off the tennis courts. Several years later, after Secord had been hired to coach the men ' s team, Brix called from Germany and told him about Andrew Lux, a German student who was not only academically gifted but also talented on the court. Secord, interested, kept up with the student and eventually was able to meet him. Secord was impressed with the student, and recruited him for the team. During his four vears as a Duke, Lux excelled bevond anvone ' s expectations. Besides being a nationally ranked (singles, doubles) team captain, Lux was also the team ' s Most Valuable Player and the Student Athlete of the Year for the second year in a row. Mike Hendricksen, the number two seed player, also showed his leadership on the court. The players really liked him, and he was a natural leader, said Secord. Maria Malerba, women ' s tennis coach, experienced a season when the team stepped up and took control, in what she calls, one of the best matches I ' d ever seen. At the first round of the Colonial Athletic Association (CAA) Championships the Dukes took on the University of North Carolina Wilmington (UNCW). The match had started late due to a light rainfall and the teams plaved under the Front Row: Christy Michaux, Liz Simon, Spencer Brown. Back Row: Krista Verth, Margie Zesinger, Shell Grover, Rebecca Vanderelst. lights. Long after the sun had gone down the match was tied 3-3. Senior Liz Simon, the team captain, was the only plaver still on the court. As her match neared its end she was down in the third set 6-5, love-40. Losing the next point would have cost her the game, and cost her team the match, which would have taken them out of the CAA Championships. Simon was not about to let that happen. She tied the game up 6-6 and went on to crush UNCW out of the Championship, allowing her team to advance on to the quarterfinal round of the CAA Championships. It was this dedication and persistence that gave the women ' s tennis team a winning season. Simon was one of several leaders on the team. Sophomore Margie Zesinger, took the number one seed this vear and last. She was on the second team .All Conference singles in the CAA, and took home the coaches award at the end of the season. Sophomore Spencer Brown took home the MVP for winning more doubles and singles matches than anyone else. A very impressive display of leadership was also found in junior Michele Grover ' s absolute dedication to the team. In December, Grover had shoulder surgery and could no longer play competitively. Despite her condition, Grover still made it to even ' match and even the away games. She was really a big inspiration and a role model for the rest of the team. remarked Malerba. Front Row: Jose Acuna, John Snead, Mike Hendricksen, Michael McGettigan, Clint Morse Back Row: Matthew Chenault, Craig Anderson, Bryan Knehr, John-Alexander Janssen, Head Coach Steve Secord. 288 sports JalJadingcrosscotvnfAyfieldhockeyfoofba golfgymnasticslacrossesoccer potlightSpotf gftfepotlightspoffigM MARGIE ZESINGER Junior Erie, PA Georgetown 6-2, 6-4, W Delaware 6-2, 3-6, 10-8, W George Mason 6-2, 6-2 W Liberty 6-1 , 6-0, W UNC Wilmington: W, 6-0, 6-0 William Mary: L, retired spotlightSpof g 7fspotlightspoffiglif Taking charge of the match, junior Jose Acuna approaches the net in hopes of defeating his opponent. The men practiced hard each week to perfect their techniques. ■ Photo by Rachel O ' Donnell MIKE HENDRICKSEN Senior Lynchburg, VA Davidson 6-7, 6-2, 6-1 , W Holy Cross 6-1 , 6-3, W Liberty 6-3, 3-6, 6-2, W Old Diminion 2-6, 6-2, 10-4, W CAA ChamDionshiDS UNC Wilmington: L, retired men ' s women ' s tennis 289 )Wimming divingfe ?n s i resf Zngarcherybaseballbasketballchee! track field Senior Anthony Wallace puts forth tremendous effort to help move the Dukes up the leader board. Wallace placed fifth at nationals in long jump. ■ Photo by Rachel O ' Donnell Senior TraceyTowne shows her strength during the hammer throw on Godwin Field. Great strength and accuracy were needed to acheive the longest throw. ■ Photo by Rachel O ' Donnell V-- _- !!W :■ , , ' M. ' ' KJ ' V ! I ■3K3 3b3 t Front Row: Tim LeGendre, Brian Reutinger.Ted Herbert, Barry Rogers, Andrew Dunnum, Seth Kistner, Drew Stockdreher, Evan Kays. Second Row: Aaron Lindsay, Andy Screen, Ian Scott, Bill Meador, Alpha Kiflu, Steve Thorp, Mark Bahnuk. Third Row: Chris Willis, David Lewis, Rob Montgomery, Allan Carr, Scott Wallace, John Fraser, Salem Bush, Rees Kennedy. Fourth Row: Assistant Coach Tom Jeffrey, Roscoe Coles, Byron Dunham, Mike Washington, Eric Braxton, Ryan Slominski, Head Coach Bill Walton. Back Row: Richard Shawcross, Marques Hamilton, Phil Acosta, Anthony Wallace, Eric Post, Dwight Norris. Front Row: Jess Tussing, Sarah Kirkland, Beth Vigliotti, Cindy Dunham, Jennifei Lapetoda, Ashley Lehman, Claire Conron, Anna Turton. Second Row: Cat Seguin Germaine Schnieder, Lashaunda Jefferson, Michelle Gregory, Kelly Baker, Lisa Zimmerman, Jackie Bryan, Ashley Payne, Kim Hurney, Claire Wood, Shehara Chitt) Kelly Stemp. Third Row: Melanie Bryant, Jennifer Buff, Char Lewis, Lori Gaver.Erii Davis, Tracey Towne, Julie Nothenagel, Jo Fitzpatrick, Caroline Banks, Elizabeth Wore Back Row: Tiffany Hall, Alisha Lewis, Lauren Burowski, Cristol Clarke, Laurie Burke Michelle Smith, Mollie DeFrancesco, Emily Ural, Maria Thomas, Waynitra Thoma ' Brett Pomano, Sarah Burkett. 290 sports i _ tjhgcrosscountry fieldhockey bofiba golfgymnasticslacrossesoccer oftball reflections by sloveman The men ' s track season revealed a successful team that was not afraid to work hard. Although the season was hampered by various injuries, the team still managed to have a good sea- son. For the indoor season, the Dukes placed 12th out of 78 teams in the Eastern Championships and had one All American Winner, senior Anthony Wallace. According to head coach Bill Walton, The JMU Invitational proved once again to be a very successful meet. With approximately 750 competitors from schools including Penn State, Syracuse, Duke, Maryland, Pittsburgh, and other Big East Schools. The success of the outdoor season was due mainly to the 4x4 relay and the 4x8 relays, both or which placed highly. The Dukes ' most successful team member was Wallace. Wallace was one of the team captains and received All American and Eastern Champion honors. Wallace competed in sprints and was ranked among the top at the Eastern Championships in the 60 meter dash. But his best event was the long jump, in which he placed fifth at the national championship meet with a jump of 25 feet, 4 1 2 inches. The track season was also a good one for the Lady Dukes. Many accomplishments were made, both individually and as a team. The Dukes were tied for 2 1 st out of 45 scoring teams at the ECAC Championships in Boston, MA. and tied for 12th out of 50 scoring teams at the ECAC Championships in Princeton, N.J. The team was also ranked fourth in the Colonial Athletic Association (CAA) conference. Coach Gwen Harris was proud of her team, We finished 1 2th in the east, which was a very good season. In addition to the team ' s achievements, several individuals stood out. These women were Mollie DeFrancesco and Lauren Burawski. DeFrancesco was All American in several events including the 3,000m steeplechase and the 5,000m run (indoor track). She was also the ECAC champion for the 3,000m steeplechase and the CAA Track and Field Athlete of the Year. Her greatest accomplishment was being fourth in the USA Track and Field Championships (10:00.37). Burawski also had a good season, she qualified for several NCAA outdoor events including the 10,000m run (34: 1 8.45) and the 5,000m run (16:47.26). Burawski was also a runner up in the CAA championships. Senior Rob Montgomery makes his way through a pack of opponents in search of the win. The JMU Invitational brought together hundreds of competitors from the East Coast. ■ Photo by Rachel O ' Donnell Senior Marcus Hamilton prepares himself for the race ahead while waiting for the starting gun. A quick start made a difference in gaining a lead on the opponent. ■ Photo by Rachel O ' Donnell track field 291 tenn strack field wresf ngfarcheryibasejba basketballcheerleadingcrossc volleyball reflections by alan kravetz The women ' s volleyball team didn ' t seem to have a hard time recovering after losing their Most Valuable Player last year, Daniel Heinbaugh. Her vacancy left: an opening on the right side which senior outside hitter Larissa Daily- Winkler was ready to fill. Winkler, this year ' s team captain, led the team to incredible vic- tories this season. Head coach Disa Garner helped lead the team to have a winning season. This years team was wonderful. It was one of the best I ' ve ever seen said Garner of her champion- ship team. The Dukes can certainlv be proud of the teams performance this season. The women succeeded in an overall 21-10 winning season. Of those games, 16 were conference games. Out of the conference games, the women won 13, which put them in a position to play in the Colonial Athletic Association (CAA) tour- nament, in which only the top six teams are eligible to compete. In the tournament, George Mason (22-7) opened the match with a 30-18 victor) ' before the host Dukes (21-10) claimed the next two games by respective scores of 30-24 and 30-23. George Ma- son extended the match to the fullest with a 30-27 win in game four. The Patriots overcame a 6-3 deficit in game five and won 15-10, becoming the only CAA team to beat the Dukes on their home court in 1 1 matches this season. Making the Dukes the num- ber two finishers in the tournament. Freshman outside hitter Emilee Hussack said, Coming on to this team as a freshman, I was excited. The old players were great for the new guys, and the team was a lot of fun. With a winning season to put them into the CAA tournament, and a stunning performance in the tournament to put them into the number two spot in the finals, the women certainly had a lot to be proud of. 292 sports i4ieldhockeyfoofiba golfgymnastics acrossesoccer swimming diving Freshman Krysta Cannon sets up a fellow teammate during a match against George Mason. The Dukes would go on to win the match 3- 2. ■ Photo by Rachel O ' Donnell Freshman Blake Tyson takes a breather before the start of play. This was Tyson ' s first year with the Dukes, playing as a defensive specialist. ■ Photo by Rachel O ' Donnell SpOtlightspotlightspotlight Dana Jones Junior Fredericksburg, VA Middle Blocker Statistics Kills: 26 Digs: 20 Blocks: 10 Honors All CAA First Team All-Tournament CAA All-Tournament Marriott Sunset Showcase All-Tournament JMU Days Inn Classic 7th Division I JMU player to reach 1000 kills scoreba JMU ardSCOfeboarc sccrebcad OPP Santa Clara 3 California Irvine 3 3 New Orleans 1 1 Virginia 3 3 Campbell 2 Syracuse 3 1 Maryland 3 3 Liberty 3 William Mary 1 3 Virginia Commonwealth 2 George Mason 3 1 UNC Wilmington 3 3 Radford 3 Delaware 1 3 Towson 1 3 Drexel 3 Hofstra 1 3 Loyola 3 Virginia Commonwealth 3 3 William Mary George Mason 3 UNC Wilmington 2 Virginia Tech 3 3 Towson 3 Delaware 1 1 Hofstra 3 3 Drexel 1 2 CAA Tournament 3 t 4 1 % A?A AH L Wk It U 1 Mas W lLi I ' MJP Front Row: Blake Tyson, Lauren Ruzicka, Krysta Cannon, Nora Quish, Head Coach Disa Garner. Back Row: Asst. Coach Mary Tendler, Larissa Winkler, Dana Jones, Kate Fuchs, Emilee Hussack, Jessica Evers, Lacy Smith. volleyball 293 enn strack field archery aseM basketballcheerleadingcrosso wrestling reflections by alan kravetz Due to the Colonial Athletic Association ' s new structuring the Dukes had to face a larger and more competitive set of opponents. The coaching staff knew that they were going to have their work cut out for them, and new head coach Chris Elliott was ready. Elliott took control of the wresting program after the retirement of Jeff Peanut Bowyer who had coached the Dukes for the past 14 seasons. The squad ' s starters included several returning wrestlers including 2002 State and Colonial Athletic Association Champion, senior Seth Cameron (165 lbs.) with an 18-6 record. Also returning was 2001 CAA and State Champion, senior Dave Colabella (184 lbs.) with a 25-13 record; and 2000 CAA Champion, junior Jonathan Huesdash (133 lbs) with a 12-11 record. Rounding out the squad was senior Pat Diaz (141 lbs.) with a 24-14 record; and junior Steve Kodish (197 lbs.) with a 19-13 record. This years starters came together to form a pow erful squad for the Dukes. Elliott ' s debut as head coach was victorious as the squad took on American University with a 29-18 defeat. In the opening match. Senior Jon Huesdash (133 lbs.) pinned his opponent, in only one minute and 46 seconds. Senior Pat Diaz (141 lbs.) also won in a 8-3 decision to give the Dukes an early 8-0 advantage. The closest that the Eagles would get to the Dukes was within a gap of 1 1-9. Junior Steve Kodish won by forfeit to leave the match at a 29- 9 Duke advantage. The squad pulled together to leave the match with a feeling of victory that lasted through the entire season. Front Row: Jeff Jacobs, Josh Fultz, Jonathan Huesdash, Tom Homestead, Mark Minuto.Todd Schroeder, Matt Mueller, Brian Kibler, Chris Wilson, Brandon Keller. Second Row: Asst. Coach Chris Pirch, Steve Broglie, Brian Hanifin, Erik Kelso, Matt Martin, Steve Kodish, Justin Gronlie, Matt Coffey, Seth Cameron, Jeremy Rankin. Back Row: Kris Smith, Aaron Swift, Derek Dauberman, Brendan Whitaker, Brian Lambert, Dave Colabella, Brian Consolvo, Pat Diaz, Graig Sammis, Derick Schoenly, Head Coach Chris Elliott. scorebOc3JdSCOAaboarc scaeteard l American 18 I Franklin Marshall 22 !1 Virginia I Wagner 10 Sacred Heart I Binghamton 1 12 Boston University o Hofstra ! VMI I Appalachian State I Campbell y i Kent State 3 T Drexel Rider Millersville Tournament: 4th of 10 teams Virginia Intercollegiate State Championships: 5th of 6 teams spotightSpOf jg 7fepotiightspof«glit JON HUESDASH Senior Mt. Pleasant, PA 133 lbs. Weight Class HONORS Career Record: 47-42 CAA Scholar Athlete Verizon Academic Honore CAA 125 Champion 5th in Navy Tournament 6th in Orange Bowl Sunshine Open 3rd in State Tournament 12-11 overall,4-2 in dual matches 2-2 in CAA matches, 19-15 overall 294 sports fieldhockeyfootoa goffgymnastics acrossesoccer swimming diving Owning the mat during their home match against Duke, Senior Dave Colabella takes control. Colabella has a career record of 68-34. ■ Phoro by Morgan Riehl Taking charge Senior Seth Cameron pins his opponent down. Cameron is ranked second in theCAA ■ Photo by Morgan Riehl Senior Josh Fultz maneuvers his NC State opponent to the ground. Fultz is a CAA scholar athlete. ■ Photo by Morgan Riehl wrestling 295 ' ■ m r Alpha Kappa Lambda Celebrating its 1 5th anniversary last November, Alpha Kappa Lambda (AKA) was formed at the university on April 21, 1987. Since then they have endeavored to be well-rounded in all their academic, athletic, social and philanthropic efforts. Through out the year the group participated in many service projects, maintained high grades, and still found time for fun. With approximately 75 members, Vice-President Joshua Reinhard described the fraternity as diverse, fun-loving and wild. During the fall, AKA co-hosted their annual Turkey Trot Fun Run with Tri-Sigma. The 5k run took place on campus and to raise money for the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation. The brothers also helped out in smaller- scale local service activities and outside volunteer work. Perhaps their most visible and well attended event was AKA ' s annual spring Lombardi Gras Music Festival, which was also supported by UPB and ZetaTau Alpha. This all-day outdoor music festival raised money for the Vince Lombardi Foundation, which benefited cancer patients. For one fee, students were able to come and go as they pleased and see six bands play. High profile groups have played at Lombardi Gras in the past, including De La Soul, Fighting Gravity, KI: Theory, Emmett, Swimming, Georgia Avenue, Everything, Jimmies Chicken Shack and 2 Skinnee J ' s. The men of AKA stayed busy throughout the year, playing intramural soccer, basketball and Softball, having socials with sororities on campus, and participating in Greek Sing. In the past four years, they won Greek Sing three times and always put on a great performance. Academically, Alpha Kappa Lambda was one of the strongest fraternities on campus. They consistently ranked in the top three highest grade point averages of all the fraternities, taking great pride in that distinction. The bonds of friendship and brotherhood grew as the members of AKA worked together and played together. I joined Alpha Kappa Lambda to be part of a group of friends that have fun with each other, said Reinhard. We lead by example and show each other what it ' s like to always be there for each other. a bytoniduncan Front Row: Chris Laird, Steve Begg, Mike Genhile, Drew Lewis, Mario Palarca, Max Olson; Second Row:Eric Bardey, Joshua Buchanan, Gregory Hislopjustin Culbert, Scott Bruham, R.H. Stowell, Kyle Slusher; Third Row: Mike Fitzgereld, Scott Ewert, Zach Wheeler, Brian Austin, Bryan Kreter, Dan Zappala, Dominick Bruna, Dave Craig, Andrew Regen; Back Row: Sam Diehl, Hudson, Kyle Carlson, Kyle O ' Doyle.TIm Eisele, Pat Sheerin. Members of Alpha Kappa Lambda enjoyed spending time with their frat brothers. AKA offered rush twiceayear. ■ Photos courtesy of AKA 298 organizations C.A.R.E. Founded by four students in 1992, Campus Assault Response, known as C.A.R.E., assisted many primary and secondary victims of assault. Members ran a 24 hours a day, seven days a week help-line that provided a necessary and important service to the college community. With 40 trained members who were able to answer calls, they worked with their pager-voicemail system to provide this important sendee. They also held educational programs and demonstrations throughout campus. This meant that a person would call in and within 15 minutes a volunteer of C.A.R.E. would call them back to offer support or information. Members went through about 32 hours of training so that they could fully assist the callers. This service took dedication and commitment from its volunteers but they felt that was a wordiwhile use of their time. C.A.R.E. also put on their annual fall presentation of Rape is NOT Sex. This presentation raised awareness about sexual assault and its occurrence on the campus and nationwide. This presentaion, which was created and performed by students, was a huge success. In the spring, C.A.R.E. held its annual Take Back the Night presentation. This gave the opportunity for victims and survivors of sexual assault to speak out and reflect on their own stories of rape and violence was an important message. C.A.R.E. stressed the importance of speaking out and showing that people were not alone in their struggles. They passed out stickers with 1 in 4 written on them, symbolizing that 1 in 4 women would be sexuallv assaulted before they graduated. They also held events for sports teams, sororities and dorms. With its dedicated volunteers, C.A.R.E. helped many sexual assault victims and promoted a more educated campus. ■ by toni duncan Front Row: Jennifer Ward, Nicote DeGaetano, Dawn Kresslein, Leslie Vicale, Patty Huber, Lindsay Mahony, Erica Walter, Kim Winn, Gina Bondi, Michelle San Pedro, Naheed Ahmed, Melissa Diffley; Back Row: Sara Black, Sarah Hetrick, Courtney MacGregor, Kristin Damiano. Diana Smyth, Sarah Hodges, Michelle Dugent, Ashley Ballard, Carla Dellamore, Amanda Stroyd.Rachel Steinberg, Erin Blevins, Bridget Allen, Amanda Dean, Dante Ricci. Senior Melissa Duffy and Junior Kristin Damiano participate in a sticker demonstration. C.A.R.E sponsored many activities to promote awareness about sexual assault. ■Photo courtesy of CARE alpha kappa lambda 299 Contemporary Gospel Singers The mission that Contemporary Gospel Singers continually set out to accomplish was glorifving God through song and spreading His word throughout the university and to the Harrisonburg community. CGS was founded on campus in the 1 970 ' s bv 1 3 young men and women and grew to become a successful ministry with over 45 members. CGS president, senior Natasha Burke had nothing but words of praise for the ministry. I have been a member of the Contemporary Gospel Singers for five years and have been on the executive board for four consecutive years, Burke said. Of all my years of being a part of this ministry, I must say that this year has been one of the best. The most recent development in helping CGS to seek God was the addition of a sign-language and praise dance ministry. Some of the singers ' main events were in the annual Parents Weekend and Homecoming performances, both held in the Wilson Hall Auditorium. Parents Weekend is always a blessing because at the concert, we have a Parents Choir, ' Burke said. We have a parents social the morning before the concert which gives us time to fellowship with one another. At Homecoming, we have all the CGS alumni come back and sing with us at the concert. It ' s always great to have older members come back and share the experiences they had while being a part of CGS. The singers also took part in the Martin Luther King celebration held in January. Spring was a time ripe with CGS performances, as they held their Anniversary Weekend the first weekend in April. In that weekend they had various events planned such as the Christian Light Club banquet. Finally, CGS s Gospel Extravaganza consisted of various college choirs and church choirs from the area who came to share the message of God through song. Although this year CGS is smaller in number, I can truly say that we are as close of a family as I ' ve ever seen it, Burke said. The members are dedicated and are alwavs at all of the events we have. That is truly a blessing. ■ by garret hiller Front Row: Rasheeda Miller, Andrea Coleman, Justin Robinson, David Bilberry, Deanna Yville, Ebony Majors, Sally Appiah, Wanda Wright, Christina Chek; Back Row: Ashla C. Hill, Ashley Turner, Fred Piercey, Wendy Chambliss, Natasha Burke, Charlene Hall, Charmaine Wingfield, Robin Woodfolk, Megan Voss, Jessena Godfrey. Showing off the school colors, the Contempoary Gospel Singers performed. The group ' s goal was to glorify God through song ■ Photo courtesy of CGS 300 Alpha Phi Alpha Phi sisters Laura Teets, Christina Manz and Katie Tichauer pose during their semi-formal. ■ Members of Alpha Phi create their rush theme, Alpha Phi Co.  Photoscourtesyof Katie Tichauer While Alpha Phi owes its existence to 10 women at Syracuse University back in 1 872, it was the spirit, dedication and enthusiasm of the sisters on campus that made Alpha Phi such a well-rounded, diverse sororitv. The Theta Iota Chapter was founded in 1991. They worked diligently at upholding their ideals or womanhood, scholarship, service, sisterly love and kindness. Junior Rachel Seidenburg joined Alpha Phi her freshman year and felt like she grew because of her sisters. Alpha Phi has allowed me to become a leader, give back to the community, and form life long friendships, she said. The group of 150 sisters made a positive impact on campus and in the community. They raised monev for The Alpha Phi Foundation for Cardiac Care through their annual weeklong event, A-Phiasco, and also held a Halloween event for children. Normally the Halloween event was held at the Bull Pen mini-golf course, but due to inclement weather the event was moved inside the arcade AJaddins Castle. Members of Alpha Phi still dressed up and passed out candy to the children. Throughout the year, community service was strongly encouraged outside of planned sorority events. Many members went to the S.P.C.A. once a week to play with the animals, finding the experience to be enjoyable for both parties. Community service with Alpha Phi is always enjoyable because you get the chance to help others while having run with vour friends. Seidenburg explained. Alpha Phi also worked hard during Greek Week, which they won overall. Alpha Phi junior Lacy Daily won Best Soloist with her rendition or Peggy Lee ' s Fever. While they were very involved in charity work, these sisters made time tor tun as well. With semi-tormals, mixers and relaxing times in their basement, the girls built solid friendships. Junior April Amendola said, I consider it a true blessing to be a sister in Alpha Phi. Not only have I had the opportunity ' to take on a leadership role, but I have formed strong friendships based on trust, honesty, and especially love. ■ bytoniduncan Front Row: Rachel Hager, Kelly Feltonjenn Keegan.Jen Baldon,Erin Hill. Erika Davis; Second Row: Ashley McCarron, Jenny Essa.Tami Marron.Thursa La, Wendy Friedman, Jenna Paddol, Jen Desborough, Robin Quesenberry; Third Row: Kimm Mason, Catherine LaGarde, Katie Jansen, Hanieh Saberinia, Melissa Harris, Jenny Casey, Kristine Thompson, Noelle Stefanelli, Amy Butler, Rachel Seidenburg, Theresa Giasson, April Amendola, Deedee Jacobs, Laura Teets, Jennifer Ash, Mandie Castley, Meredith Phillips; Back Row: Erin Daly Laura Earnest, Bonnie Buchanan, Elizabeth Knutsen, Brooke Walger, Melissa Peters, Julia Simmons, Heather Storms, Kristin Naylor, Stacey Johnson, Katie Martz, Alissa Cross, Erin Walker, Chrissy Hagan, Angela Stellute, Lindsey Caldwell, Jen Neisser, Danielle Graaf. alpha phi 301 Alpha Phi Omega Based on three Cardinal Principles of leadership, friendship and service, members of Alpha Phi Omega gave back to the community and enjoyed themsek ' es at the same time. The service fraternity was initiated on campus in 1982 and made a large impact since then. With a service project every night of the week except Wednesday and Saturday, members found themselves very busy. It is awesome to help out the Harrisonburg community, said President junior Andrea Smith. You see how much of a difference your services make and this just makes you want to come back for more. Alpha Phi Omega volunteered in many ways throughout the year. During the Christmas season, they adopted a family with three children. One of the brothers found the family at the Salvation Army and, with the fraternity ' s help, moved them into the Mercy House. This impacted the family greatly, allowing the childten to attend school once they were settled in at Mercy House. One of Alpha Phi Omega ' s favorite service events was working with the Special Olympics. They helped the athletes during their swim races by staying in the shallow end with the less experienced swimmers. Others helped participate in the races by either swimming or keeping time. Members found their fraternity very rewarding through all the new friendships they made and from all of their experiences. Fulfilling their principles of leadership, friendship and service. Smith said you haven ' t really lived a perfect day unless you have done for someone who cannot repay you. ■ bytoniduncan During the homecoming game, Kathy Stupec and Leah Sandel paint Joe Woolf ' s face to show school spirit. The group contributed to Purple Out with shirts, beads and yellow faces. ■ Brothers and alumni bond at a picnic during homecoming week. The week was a fun opportunity for members to catch up with graduates. ■ Photos courtesy of Alpha Phi Omega Front Row: Jason Planakis, Lauren Underwood, Nikki Lamberson, Julianne Zavacky, Joseph Woolf, Allison McGehee, Jonathan Lewis, Jacqueline McCarthy, Josh Patterson, Scott Hoefke, Stephanie Strauss; Middle Row: Margaret Wasaff, Jena Persico, Renee Cipicchio, Christi Hess, Dan Eranchik, Erin Conley, Amylee Ray, Jenna Hinrichs, Andrea Smith, Angela Volk, Carin Mansfield, Katya Jafari, Amanda Berman, Megan Sheedfar, Christy Schoonmaker, Kathy Stupee; Back Row: Sara Hall, Katie Mills, Deanna Krise, Laura Anderson, Sarah Roberts, Emily Munson, Kim-Trang Nguyen-Dinh, Jennifer Kurbel, Ian Ryan, Andrew Thomosen.LeanneDesmond.Crystal Carter, Lori Phillips, Lauren Novia.KateColvin, Kerry Keegan.Sarah Bain, BeccaMoreau. 302 organizations ' 3DE Air Waste Management Association The Air Waste Management Association was a national organiza- tion which strove to expand knowl- edge about enviornmental fields and prepared students to work in the pro- fessional level of the environment. The mission of AKA was to cul- tivate and encourage high scholastic and ethical standards while promot- ing unit) 1 and friendship among col- lege women. The service-based Lambda Chi chapter was founded at the university in 1978. The professional business fraternity of Alpha Kappa Psi, chapter Nu Psi, was chartered in 1991. Individuals who be- lieved in the importance of business and learning the necessarv skills to advance in the business environment established the chapter. Jenna Bourne, Joseph Williams, Russel Meyer, Rebecca Blanchard. Alpha Kappa Alpha Front Row:Tabia Coles, Janiso Jones, Kristin Brown: President, Michelle Alexander, Lyndsay Gates, Back Row: Deveda Watkins, Charmaine Wingfleld, Frenita Wilson, Kandice Minor, Kelechi Ekeh, Stephanie Crute. Alpha Kappa Psi , Front Row: Autumn Emanuel, Brittany Holbrook, Nicole Buyalos, Cheryl Baranowski, Erin Lowrey; Middle Row: Cara Litoman, Katelynn Kern, Bryson Spurlock. Shannan Doherty, Sarah Noonan, Joanne Hobbs, Lauren Ayers, Natalie Whitehurst; Back Row: Marsha Shunk. Amanda Paoletti, Megan Ayers, Cara Murren, Shelley Jones, MarkCzajkowski.Cherrell Bates, Danielle Calloway, Judson Little, Justin Dinen, Michael McGoff.Joel Marable.Mike Hendricksen. nannan ittle, alpha phi omega 303 Alpha Sigma Alpha Focusing on intellectual, physical, spiritual and social growth, sisters of Alpha Sigma Alpha worked hard throughout the year. Each event they participated helped the sisters grow in one of the above ways. With the belief that every member makes a difference, these sisters created a support system for each other in addition to making an impact on campus. AZA members helped during the Special Olympics, one of their national philanthropies. The girls helped out with scoring, timing, and most importantly cheering for these special athletes. Their other philanthropy was the S. June Smith Center, a private non-profit agency that helped infants and children with developmental disabilities by providing early identification, education, training and therapy. They also assisted the disabled throughout Harrisonburg. By being mentors in the Big Brothers, Big Sisters program, assisting at the Boys and Girls Club, and helping the Harrisonburg Rescue Squad, these sisters stayed very busy. However, physical and social growth was important and AZA members also had fun. Many of the sisters participated in intramural sports competitions offered through UREC. They also had mixers with ftaternities, formals, and participated in Greek Sing. By creating a strong sisterhood, AZA was able to help each develop into a well-balanced woman. With the motto to Aspire, Seek, Attain, these sisters were able to achieve many things when they worked together. By growing intellectually, physically, spiritually and socially, sisters of Alpha Sigma Alpha improved themselves while serving the community. ■ by torn duncan Front Row: Angie Stender Cantje, Katie Shannon, Mandi Hubbard, Sarah Vikner, Jacqueline Betts, Laura Pillor; Second Row: Lauren Kalocay, Julie Peck, Kelly Sawyer, Sam Grayson, Karyn McNamara, Jen Keller, Megan Bruch, Sarah Gundlach, Lauren Manuwald, Katie Kowalski, Amanda Logsdon; Third Row: Kelly Harvey, Ashley Powers, Lauren Falkenhan, Ginny Gay, Amanda Bivins, Erin Curtin, Sarah Cannon, Brianne Carter, Jillian Kelleher, Tracy Hacker, Stephanie Houser, Nikki Boscarino; Back Row: Lindsay Loewer, Rachel Ingle, Carly Whiteside, Paige Slepsky.Alyson Mock, Ashley Mercer.LaurenGilmore.ChelseaDwyer, Ashley Westin.Christina Valenti, Brooke Thomason, Christina Meden.CathrynSoupios.LindseyMatese, Shannon Lillemoe. The sisters of Alpha Sigma Alpha felt that their sorority was as close as a real family. ■ During their senior rap rush, thegirls wowed the crowd with their outfits and performance. ■ Photos courtesy of Lindsay Gulley 304 organizations American Society of Mechanical Engineers Founded in the Spring of 2002, ASME sought to promote and enhance the technical competency and profes- sional well-being of its members, and through quality programs and activities better enable its practitioners to contrib- ute to the well-being of humankind. Front Row: Jen Desborough, Megan Inouye, Sarah Turse, Lauren Pederson, Jenna Bourne; Back Row: Brian Echols, Ron Javier, Matthew McHale, Dr. Karim Altaii, Ben Thomas. Animal Rights Coalition The Animal Rights Coalition, founded in 1 990, works toward educat- ing the university and Harrisonburg communities about animal rights and vegetarianism. ARC protests against fur, die meat industry, and circuses. Front Row: Starza Kolman: President, Ashley Herr, Abby Sullivan; Back Row: Suzanne Garrett, Nathan Rozsa, Allison Cook, Nancy Dicke. Association of Computing Machinery The Association of Computing Machinery ' s purpose was to provide speakers to enhance the background of students interested in computer science. Members visited their former high schools to tell students about being a computer science major. Front Row: Stephanie Engel, Seth Roach, Jason Calhoun: President, Steve Martin; Back Row: Scott Jones, Elizabeth Adams, Robert Burghurst, Shaun O ' Neill. alpha sigma alpha 305 Alpha Sigma Tau Alpha Sigma Tau promoted social, cultural, academic, and ethical values through commu- nity involvement and close sisterhood. AZT ' s Psi Chapter has initiated almost 2,000 members since its foundation in 1944. Since then Alpha Sigma Tau has become a large group of diverse sisters, who all participated in many events that gave back to the community. In April, AZT held its annual AIDS walk. The walk raised money to support the Valley AIDS Network and Camp Heartland. The event was very successful with many participants from outside the sororitv. In an attempt to increase AIDS awareness, .Alpha Sigma Tau also held events on the Commons prior to the walk. Sisters reached out to Harrisonburg community in other ways as well. Thev held a Halloween Part) 1 for the local Boys and Girls club and the sisters also volunteered with Big Brothers, Big Sisters, a mentoring program at local elementary schools. These women also got to know an elderly person in the Adopt-a-Grandparent program. Even ' week, sisters visited Sunnyside Retirement home, cheering up the residents. Sisters who could not go to Sunnvside made or bought cards that were passed out to the residents. AZT also participated in the Light the Night walk held in Northern Virginia. The event raised money for the Leukemia-Lymphoma society, and the sisters walked in memory of their late sister Sara Yakovac. While all their community service took up much of their time, AZT sisters found it worthwhile. I think that is important tor people to see the other side to sororities and not just the social aspect, said junior Deanna Rella. And I found that it is important to give back to the community, it makes you grow as a person. When they were not assisting the community, .Alpha Sigma Tau found other ways to have fun while promoting sisterhood. They participated in mixers, had ice cream socials during finals week, co-sponsored events with other sororities, and partook in Greek Week. Rella said, With approximately 140 unique people all wearing the same letters, we were able to accomplish so much together. ■ bytoniduncan Front Row: Amanda Skillen, Erica Selles, Laura Newton, Karen Agostisi, Rebecca Maas, Laura Eaton, Kristen Deaver, Sarah Washburn, Katie Franey.Jacquie Matthews, Katie Prin, Katie Sioss, Meghan Barr.Tina Radin, Jessica Clark, Lisa Nixon Second Row: Anne Worthington, Laura Neufeld, Elizabeth Villarroel, Latrisha Lamarina, Courtney Chandler, Caroline Roach, Ashlee Thomson, Jennifer Strand, Kristi Dunn, Laura Clark, Deanna Rella, Kathy Mooney, Jessica Guy, Dana Francis Third Row: Kim Masters, Amanda Castle, Whitney Prusek, AmandaJacob, Kirsten Wenzel, Kristin Bogdan, Kerry Mealia, Jordan Robinson, Casey Kegel, Amy Stanton, Renee Rufo, Erika Seberhagen, Rachel Shafer, Lauren Crews, Emily Graham Fourth Row: Casey Mills, Jessie Lish, Kelly Brentzel, Eliza Kane, Kat Deluca, Leah Hay, Meghan Maslanka, Melissa Perry, Alllison Shaffer, Lauren Culin, Darcy Swain, Marissa Alp, Jennifer Stone, Kathleen Gleason.Tara Smiley Fifth Row: Kelli Baker, Kate Rhodes, morgan Somerville, Katie Gray, Tessa Herland, Erin Camisa, Leslie Collins, Vail Thach, Kristin Townley, Sara Farley, Valerie King, Mara Hemmerly, Elizabeth Everett, Michelle Cary.Alyssa Kouzan, Kelsey O ' Neal, Ana Adinolfi, Stephanie Hennessey Sixth Row: Lindsay Larson, Krista Gallagher, Heather Markelz, Jamie Maclaughlin, Elizabeth Adolfie, Jill Koss, Kate Staab, Rachel Leyko, Jenny Manch, Jessa Mickelson, Meghan Ellis, Ingy El-Naggar, Katie Wilson Back Row: Clare Downey, Elizabeth Bartlett, Joanne Rupprecht, Dana Cox, Meghan Nichols, Kristen Cunningham, Jennifer Varrell, Rebecca Hart, Ashley Kline, Nicole Simone, Lindsey Reese AIT sisters show their colors in their green togas. Social gatherings were an important part of their sisterhood, a AST participates in a community service event. Giving back to the community was an important part of their mission. ■ Photos courtesy of AIT 306 organizations Mens Club Basketball The club basketball team was founded in the spring of 1999 and has been playing strong ever since. Its primary goal was to give students an opportunity to play competitive basketball against other schools but also to become involved in the communitv both on and off campus. The winter season ended with a win against both Virginia Tech and Hampton-Svdnev. In their seasons, club basketball competed against several club and some Division III teams. Dedication and practice contributed to the wins. Daily practices included running drills and shooting practice as well as scrimmages in the UREC gymnasium. Outside of the game, the team also worked together in the community. As they have in previous years, the team participated as a group in Relay for Life. During the holiday season, they took part in Warm-a- Winter- Wish, which donates gifts to families in need. The players were enthusiastic about their team. It ' s a great opportunity to play some ball with a good group of guys against quality competition from other schools, said junior NateTharp. by Jessie hanebury Front Row: Jeremy Carter, Kyle Proehl, David Cherry, Daniel Nemerow, Brandon Liburd, Nicholas Cook; Back Row: Ulriak Edmonds, Dru Jenkins, Jason McGraw, , Michael Ponds. Richard Tharp, Adam Young, Mark Dunevant. Team members gather to continue a scrimmage. The club basketball team practiced daily in UREC.b Photo courtesy ofMCB alpha sigma tau 307 Association of Women in Communication Founded at the university this year, AWC sought to champion the advance- ment of women across all communica- tions disciplines by recongnizing excel- lence, promoting leadership, and posi- tioning its members at the forefront of the evolving communications era. Front Row:Erin Henry, Tenley Hart.Kathryn Irwin, Christina Olson, Caitlin Butterworth, Cameron Adams, Jennifer Valle, Sara Cichocki, Rachel O ' Donnell, Katherine Snyder Second Row: Jess Beard, Tina LaStella, Melanie Hilldrup, Nicole Buyalos, Bryce Smith, Megan Bugbee, Elizabeth Lachman, Rachael Pierson, Nicole DeGaetano, Brittany Schaal Back Row: Katherine Lally, Jessica Fafara.Brandi Duck, Lizzie Jenkins, Lauren Crews, Leigh Giblin, Gaylen Craigin, Molly Brown.Tonya Holfield, Ashley Walkey B.O.N.D Brothers of a New Direction was a social and civic organization designed to promote unity amongst minority men. Members were also devoted to promot- ing leadership, scholarship and brother- hood to all. Front Row: Donell Owens, Carter Walton.Trey Lewis, Jeff Jackson; Back Row: Greg Cody, Anshawnti Harris, James Cottom, David Cherry, Joel Marable. Baptist Student Union 1 ■ ' nn ' JR J ti — — - ■ In connection with the Virginia Bap- tist Mission Board, the Baptist Student Union was established in 1934. Its pur- pose was to minister to the JMU com- munity by meeting needs and sharing God ' s love. Front Row: Miranda Baines, Laura Chick, Meagan Nicholas, Cary Crawford, Katie Thomas, Stephani Moore; Back Row: Amanda Hayes, Derek Mullins, Mary Breault, Luke DeJarnette, Lynn Allgood, Katie Sprinkel. — Pa 308 organizations Asian Student Union ASU members enjoy asian soul food night. The group enjoyed participating in such events that celebrated their culture. ■ Memebers participate in the annual ASU Culture Show. The Culture Show was attended by many students of different backgrounds. ■ Photos courtesy of Lona Tu. The Asian Student Union carried on its proud tradition of promoting various Asian-American cultures to the student body with manv exciting events and service projects throughout the year. ASU was formed 30 years ago as the China Watcher ' s Club. It has also gone by the name of Asian American Association. ASU involved itself with a number of communirv sen-ice projects. One such activity they took part in regularly was volunteering at the Harrisonburg Boys and Girls Club. ASU also sponsored some events with Asian American themes. On November sixth, they held Asia Pop 2K2 in which Asian pop music videos, sitcoms, and movies were put on displav. On November 1 9, the club hosted a performance by Yellow Rage, an Asian- American spoken word duo from HBO Def Poetry Jam. The organization ' s biggest event of all was its own creation, the annual culture show, titled GenerAsianz. Held on November 15. the program was an eclectic mix of cultural dances, singing, and a fashion show. The show attracted a large audience, including participants from student cultural organizations at other universities. ASU vice president, senior Odyssey Lopez, became involved with the organization her freshman year. ASU gave me the opportunity to encourage others to learn about my Filipino heritage. In addition I have learned a lot about other Asian cultures, Lopez said. The organization has opened my eyes to the diversity ot Asian culture as well as allowing me to meet and become such close friends with people on this campus. ■ by garret hitler Front Row: Carol Nguyen, Anita Tonakarn, Sharon Kim, Lana Tu, Ginger Whitaker, Grace Joo; Back Row: Angelica Atienea, Mary Phengsirthy, Sharon Warren, Brian James, Jason Garber, Long Nguyen, Angela Hang. asian student union 309 Dance Theatre Allowing students to pursue their passions, Dance Theatre gave dance majors and minors a niche in their department. With approximately 50 members of all years and experience, the club helped support each other. We understood each other best because our lifestyle is so similar, said senior President Ryan Chrisman. We are a strong unit of dedicated dancers, individuals striving towards similar goals. Each dancer brings qualities to the department that are refreshing and stimulating. Dance Theatre offered a mentoring program to its freshman members as well, helping to ease freshmen ' s transition from high school dancing to the collegiate level. Freshman members were given the chance to connect with an older member of the group, who helped explain the different dance programs. Dance Theatre gave its members the opportunity to perform in three ensembles. These were the Associate Dance Ensemble, which was the freshman ensemble, the Contemporary Dance Ensemble, which was an upperclass performing group, and finally a Virginia Repertory Dance Company, which was a pre- professional performing opportunity. Students produced, directed, performed, designed, lit and managed the Student Dance Concerts in both the fall and spring semesters. Preparing for all of these events required dedication from each of the members. With only quick breaks for lunch or dinner, they were often found dancing at Godwin as early as 9:30 on a weekend and well until 1 1 at night. Godwin became our second home, said Chrisman. When they were not dancing, members tried to benefit the community, working with the adult developmental health program and putting on shows around Harrisonburg. Dance Theatre was a close-knit group of performers who enjoyed themselves while lending each other support during those grueling hours at Godwin and also tried to give back to the community. ■ bytoniduncan Front Row: Dawn Marie Young, Jacqlyn Schneider, Renee Rufo, Pedro Batista, Tiffany Brooks, Michelle Grazio, Dana Lokitis; Middle Row: Keira Hart, Jessica Fanning, Molly Lehman, Emily Mlot, Ryan Chrisman: President, Amy Goss, Karen Jones, Whitney Heptinstall, April Gruber, Erica Mercke; Back Row: Lindsey Rutherford, Lauren Grice, Karen Mills, Sara Misiti, Amanda Lee, Holfie Pantano, Emily Hynes, Laura Atwood, Avi Leighton, Esther Gertin, Kara Priddy, Kathleen Ferraro, Sarah Richards, Sara Cart, Sara Hoke, Jessica Burgess, Sarah Heller. Molly Lehman, Jessica Fanning, Cara Goodwin, and Holly Pantano strike a pose. The four girls worked together on choreographing a dance for auditions. ■ Photo courtesy of Dance Theatre Si—i 1 Senior Becky Porter sets up for a shot. The club had a competitive year round schedule. ■ The girls break out in laughter during a break in the game. Fun and boding were an important aspect of the team. Photos courtesy of WCB 310 organizations Women ' s Club Basketball Women ' s Club Basketball maintained a proud tradition with competitive athleticism and enthusiastic sportsmanship. The team was founded in 1 998 and continued to be a dominant member of the East Coast Women ' s Basketball League every year since. The club team of 1 5 members expanded outside of their club league to challenge Division III varsity teams with much success. Extending its season over both semesters of the school year, Women ' s Club Basketball had a schedule that included about forty games. It was the team ' s most competitive and intense season in its history. With a 19-6 record, the women played the most games, went to the most tournaments, and had the most wins than any other season. Also, the team defeated the University of Virginia, its biggest rival, for only the second time in its history. Towards the end of their season, the team not only played club teams from colleges ranging from Princeton to UNC, but also played community colleges and a couple of varsity Division III schools. The lady Dukes ended the fall season of 2002 with their league championship at the University of Maryland in which after playing five games in 48 hours, they won third place. Aside from maintaining a year-round competitive basketball schedule, the team raised money and participated in community service events. The team was extremely proud of its current and former members pulling together to raise money and participate in a meaningful cause. In the winter, the team received a donation from State Farm and cleaned the Convocation Center to raise money for the following spring. Regarding social events, club president junior Megan Carney said, The team has become a very close group of friends. We enjoy mixers with other clubs and team dinners. We all play basketball for no other reason than we love it and enjoy the fun that being on a team brings. ■ by garret hitler Front Row: JeannieDanowitz, Amelia Khalaf, Kelly Flanigan, Jackie Knight, Rachel Cubas; Middle Row: Leslie Panagot, Katie Cranston, Megan Carney, Katrina Sanford, Kristi Doyle; Back Row: Branch Wright, Rebekah Porter, Liz Bowen, Mary Wilke, Kaitlin Porter. women ' s club basketball 311 The Bluestone Perhaps the most important keepsake of the college experience is the yearbook. It freezes in time our precious memories, collecting images of our friends and colleagues, and providing a written log of all the activities that we dedicated our energies toward. The staff or The Bluestone worked tirelessly year-round, adhering to principles of excellence. Senior Sally Duff assumed the formidable reins of Editor-in-Chief and enjoyed the process of working with a competent team that sought to put out the best product possible. I am so pleased to have such a hard working staff this year. A publication like this takes so much commitment and dedication to produce. A staff of 31 comprised The Bluestone, with several teams made up of editors, designers, photographers, and writers who worked on the various sections. The yearbook was assembled throughout the year with five major deadlines. The staff scrambled to meet deadlines, submitting about 100 pages to the publishing company at a time. The book ranges each year between 504 pages to 416 pages, with the number based on a particular year ' s budget. At each deadline, the editorial board spent twenty or more straight hours editing and revising stories up to six times, making sure design layouts were up to spec, and checking photography. Every edition of The Bluestone had a unique theme. Duff devised the theme and it met with the approval of the other editorial board members. The theme is something specific to every year, or just a message that you want students to identify with as they look through the book, Duff said. The Bluestone was nominated each of the past few years for the Gold Crown Award, which was the highest honor a college publication like the Bluestone could receive. Only five books were awarded this distinction from hundreds of books entered nationally. The Bluestone won three awards in the past, traveling to New York City to receive the honor, which was presented by the Columbia Scholastic Press. The Bluestone represents one year of history at this university and is something students will hold on to forever and will reopen again and again when they look back on their college years, Duff added. Just knowing that is why I love being a part of this organization. The Bluestone staff is truly creating a documentary of the events and people that they want their fellow students to remember after they leave the school. ■ by garret hiller Front Row: Micah Crane, Garret Hiller, Sal Leone, Alan Kravetz, Peyton Green; Second Row: Rachel O ' Donnell, Jen Carter, Sally DuffJessicaTaylor; Third Row: John Altice, Heidi He, Toni Duncan, Kari Deputy, Jeanette Shapiro, Gina Indellicate, Katy Kain, Morgan Riehl, Claire Burchard; Back Row: Jessy Hanebury, Liz O ' Neill, Jenny Brockwell, Alison Johnston, Katie Tichauer, Kristin Short, Maureen Doherty. Capturing the campus scene, junior Morgan Riehl snaps another shot. Bluestone photographers could often been spotted around the Quad. ■ The features team eagerly attempts a team exercise during orientation. Bluestone members arrived early to get a head start on yearbook activities. ■ Photos by Rachel O ' Donnell • 312 organizations During the Baseball Clubs fifth year as an official club sport, the team played against regional schools. Base- ball was one of the few sports clubs that played two seasons. The members shared a commitment to both the sport and the team. Founded over twenty years ago, BSA was created as a support group for African-American students. Yet by the 1 990s, it developed into a group dedicated to promoting diversity on campus. The College Republicans remained active at a local, state and national level by working with the Republican part) ' . They distributed literature, sent volunteers to the polls and supported right-wing election candidates. Club Baseball Front Row: Randy Mars, Andrew Hart, Billy Valoris, Tom Rice, Mike Goll, Zach Fettig, Joshua Steinberg, Anthony Venafro; Back Row: Ryan Miller, Kevin Dansereau, DarrickWickre.Jon Borchers, Donavan Almond, Steve Boyd, Robert Munson, Chris Stemp, Dan Russo, Sean O ' Hara, Kevin Gregg, Justin Williams. Black Student Alliance :e Front Row: Danielle Baynes, Chris Stoney, Latichia Fleming; Back Row: Rachelle Thompson, Danielle Calloway, Amanda M. Claytor, Cherrell Bates. College Republicans Front Row: Brian Lantz, Andrew Richards, Matthew Gray, Andrew Dudik: Chairman, Glenn Bukowski, Benjamin Gibson, Shane Seegers, Matthew Benjamin, Patrick Mcllwain, Middle Row: Lindsey Wilson, Amy DiGiovine, Stefanie Fortier, Ginger Whitaker, Melissa Laughner, Wesley Hedgepek, Lee Brittan, Melissa Marcucci, Scon O ' Brien, David Heishman; Back Row: Joshua Porter, Steven Kensinger, Michael Dickie, Cory W., Kevin Brennan.Tony Christ, Kristen Timmel, Jessica Gosnell, Melanie Brown, Elizabeth Weir. the bluestone 313 Boarderline While Boarderline had only been a club for rwo years, it quickly be- came one of the more popular organizations, boasting 175 members. Boarderline was created as a group where snowboarders or all abilities could meet and gain more knowledge of the sport. No matter the skill level — from first-timers to advanced members — Boarderline genuinely welcomed all people. It also allowed students a chance to ride the slopes at a cheaper rate as well as carpool, a huge bonus tor freshman without cars. With its weekly trips to Massanutten and other ski resorts, students began to hear about the club by word-of-mouth. As a result, more snowboard enthusiast began to join. Club president, junior Craig Williams, said he joined the club because he wanted to find other students on campus that enjoyed snowboarding as much as he did. I wanted people I could go on the trips with, he said. It was a lot cheaper with group rates and it was easier to work out rides when you have a lot ot people. By extending their knowledge and skills to the community, Boarderline was able to spread its love of their sport to others. With so manv members, their major community service project Boarderline s Bash at the ' Nut became more organized and popular. During this event, members of Boarderline taught the community basic snowboarding techniques at Massanutten Ski Resort. All of these lessons were free and eve ryone was welcome to come participate. The event also included contests, raffles and demonstration events. Unlike many sports clubs, Boarderline welcomed beginners. Many people came to campus without the chance to snowboard and Boarderline gave students the opportunity to learn how to do it or at least get the chance to try, said Williams. ■ bytoniduncan Membersof Boarderline help gather interest from students at Student Organization Night. The club snowboarded weekly at Massanutten and other ski resorts in the area.B Photo courtesy of Stephanie Sgroi Front Row: Wes Mason, Courtney O ' Malley, Ryan Cohill, Erin Close, Kevin Holmewood, Charlotte Gowen.Chad Horn, Adam Baird, Back Row: Max Heyworth, Chris Hortonjon Matthews, Kate Throo, Amanda Bochneak, Travis MacRae, Craig Williams, Brian Olaughlin, Jared Allport. 314 organizations I JL Delta Epsilon Chi Delta Epsilon Chi was founded in 1999 by a group of five students who wanted something different from other organizations on campus. In the following years, AEX grew to a size of nearly 60 members. The fraternity ' s primary purpose was to compete on the state and national level with business simulations in many different career areas. At these events, students participated in simulations, case studies, and presentations that were judged with the possibility of winning in their respective area. Topics ranged from food services to tourism to retail to design. Just about ever)- area conceivable was available for competition, so AEX was open to all majors. AEX president, senior Kris LoCascio, joined the organization because he was looking to become a part of something new. It wasn ' t your normal organization, LoCascio said. I could get something out of it that I couldn ' t get from odier organizations. AEX also operated differently than other clubs on campus. [Members are] able to take up an active role, LoCascio explained. Our organization is a proactive organization so our committees decide what we do instead of an executive board pushing decisions on down. The group actively participated in several community service events such as Relay for Life. LoCascio called the relay an opportunity for his organization to get together and support a good cause. AEX also took part in its annual fundraiser selling cookies at Zane Showker and ISAT, which helped support trips to state and national competitions, but the point of the sales is more to get the name of the organization out. Additionally, AEX kept in close contact with local high schools ' marketing classes so as to help out with their DECA conferences (the high school level of AEX ' s conference in business simulations). The relative youth of AEX compared to other groups also made the organization unique among others. While the state and national competitions were annual events, the fraternity also came up with new ideas including a semi-formal before winter exams and a seminar in the spring that helped members to better manage their time and priorities. LoCascio said, Being a new organization, we are open to new ideas and doing something new every year. ■ by garret hiller Front Row: Jen Priscandaro, Christine Greis, Laura Carpenter, John Alexander, Vicki Gincel.C hristina Mafalc, Kris Locascio, James Lonsford, Lauren McKay, Lindsay Mahony, Daniel Holtzman, Erin Dickey, Jessica Bramhall, Stephanie Nightlinger, Back Row: Patricia Ramirez. Kristin Morris, DianneVu,Cari Converse, Lauren Hall, Aran Gallagher, Jason Storms, Stacey Kretschy, Mike Shananigans, Ryan Charest, Brian Gist, Bill Williams, Christine Schnurman.Michelle Nurse, Helen Boter, Janet Sobel, Ed Brookover. Delta Epsilon Chi members Brian Gist and Lauren McKay pose with a member of another chapter a the national competition in Salt Lake City, Utah. ■ Photo courtesy ol ' AEX boarderline 315 Habitat for Humanity Habitat for Humanity members strove to eliminate poverty housing. With projects almost every weekend, Habitat offered students opportunities to educate the campus and community, raise funds to build homes in the area and create a partnership with commu- nity builders. Front Row: Erika Hoffman, Matt Grespin, Andrew Chudy, Sarah Marshall, Sarah Murray, Clare Burchard, Ellie Loveman, Katie Van Yperen, Jessica Levy; Back Row: Meredith Ligon, Danny Pham, Hunter PostGretchen Durant, Maureen Doherty. International Trumpet Guild Part of an international organi- zation, the university chapter of the Trumpet Guild strove to provide its members with additional trumpet and music-related opportunities. 1TG provided ceremonial music on September 1 1 on the Quad. Front Row: James Minnix, Brett Dodson, Matthew Vangjel, Josh Reed, Anne Kovasik; Middle Row: James Kluesner, Jason Dovel, Nicholas Harvey, Justin Camacho, Adam MacBlane, David Mayo; Back Row: John O ' Connell, John Lillard.Tim Murphy, Evan Salbego, Matt Ely, Joel Harshorn. Into Hymn Founded in the Spring of 2000, Into Hymn supplied the university with a capella gospel music. The all- female group was formed with the goal of having Jesus Christ as its main fo- cus while still providing another op- tion for a capella singers to showcase their talents. Front Row: Amanda Pouliot, Alexe Rockley, Megan Forrester, Elizabeth Gill, Allison Bouley.Trang Nguyen, Kristin Bouley, Lindsay Martin; Back Row: Jaime Price, Sarah Butler, Ashley Joyce, Whitney Beck, April Paynter, Laurie Brooks, Ellyn Galloway. Not Pictured: Heidi Guarino. 316 organizations Vice president, Butta shows the crowd exactly what can be done with a little practice. Many students signed up to join the popular club. ■ It ' s all a balancing act for freshman Justin Chastant. The breakdancers always entertained the crowd with their hip-hop music and infectious energy. ■ Photos by Rachel O ' Donnell Breakdancing Club Whenever and wherever they started to perform, they always created a commotion. With hip-hop blasted through the boom box along with flair-filled head-spinning moves made with, one could not help but to notice and appreciate the Breakdancing Club. Founded in 1997, this club grew to over 60 members, all filled with a passion to learn more skills and to perform. We got together because we either enjoyed break dancing or anv of the elements of hip hop, said junior Jamie Vigilotta, club treasurer. I saw people doing it at dances and clubs and thought it would be a lot of fun to try. Meeting every Tuesday and Thursday, they learned new moves and ideas from each other. However students not read} ' to perform were welcomed because one did not have to breakdance to be part of the club, observers were allowed. Many students first saw the Breakdancing Club during Organization Night, an event that attracted a majority of its new members. Members performed in front of many audiences during the year. At the end of each semester they performed with Madison Dance in Godwin Hall. They also held an annual event in March called Circles that grew bigger each year. All the proceeds from Circles went to a charity that was decided before the competition. Different breakdancers battled each other by attempting to outmaneuver one another. The event was judged and the best b-boy crew was rewarded with a prize. The competition was entertaining to watch, with crazy moves and an exciting atmosphere that even students who did not breakdance found enjoyable. Friendships were strong in this group and many of the members hung out outside of club events. I love it, it is so much fun. said Vigilotta. I am surrounded by a close group of friends and it was just fun to be out there in front of a crowd of cheering people doing what you love. ■ bytoniduncan Front Row: KatherineTheobalds, Sarah Poor, Devon Paruszewski.Kimzon, Buna; Second Row: Megan Castner, Geoff Troidl, Phil Yudson, Justin Hogan.Sean Hughes, Chino Rules Monteleon, Steve Tran, Raphael Villacrusis; Third Row: Sean Nyhan, Meghan Murtough, Jason Kimjustin Martin, DarioTadic, PJ Williamson, Dan Chong, Julie Stoessel, Justin Busacca; Back Row: Justin Chastant, Matt Molli, Victor Lim, Christopher West, Anand Kao, John Eppes, Kevin Johnson, Alex Esposito, Katie Beckman. breakdancing 317 Delta Delta Delta Delta Delta Delta (Tri Delta) had the distinction of being the newest sorority on campus, having been established in 1997. Tri Delta set out to establish a perpetual bond of friendship among its members, help them develop a stronger and more womanly character, broaden their moral intellectual life, and assist them in every possible way. The Gamma Tau chapter of the sorority, numbering 140 sisters, was also proud to carry the honor of having won Delta Gamma ' s Anchorsplash lor four consecutive years. In addition, Tri Delta has had the highest grade point average on Greek Row lor the past seven consecutive semesters. A big part ot the sisters ' commitment to Tri Delta included their service work. The sorority co-sponsored Hoops for Kids ' ' with Sigma Nu. Tri Delta ' s philanthropy event was the Delta Dating Game. All the money raised from the event went to St. Jude ' s Research Hospital. The women of Tri Delta brought enthusiasm to campus through all ol their activities, academic, social and community-oriented. ■ by garret hitler : Front Row: Jennifer Asher, Lindsay Stander.ShannonQuantock, Meghan Curran, Jessica Schafer, Felicia Dougherty, Cerys Brown, Olivia Longest, Lindsey Jones, jane Pryor, Lauren Rosennah, Lisa Germani, Michelle Birk Cassie Ingram, Joy Dzurovcik, Sarah Corley, Alliz Mann, Sarah Gavy, Molly Sanyour, Barbara Shockley, Christine Keogh, Tiffany Richardson, Lina Ciarleglio, Missy Boss, Cheryl Bishop, Beth O ' Brien, Lauren Gardner, Jaime Kaley, Stephanie Murray, Talley King, Jennifer Hashagen, Meri Price, Jackie Fennessey, Corrie Meadows, Sarah Shue, Erica WaltenFourth Row: Maria Razos, Traci Shannonhouse, Jenny Logan, Kristen Altobello, Julie Gross, Rhonda Downham.Kristen Cox, Lesley Pinkerton, AleksKrzanowski, Christine Saunders, Tracy Black, Christina Boubas.Erin Walsh, Courtney Duanl.Fifth Row: Jennifer Rubino, Jennifer Dorrell, Jenna Roberts, Kristin Sofield, Kerri Potestio, Jen Bloomer, Kathryn Ward, Holly Arnould, Lauren Castellano, Jerianne Lilore, Cathrine Whelan, Ashley Utsch.Sixth Row:Dana Edwards, Jennifer Kies, Kyra Papfie, Whitney Markowitz, Anna Baumgartner, Alison Maedge, Amber Acree, Jessica Oravec, Julie Strait, Kate Donahoe, Tori Doyle, Gina Santucci, Katie Dillon.Back Row: Kristen Jeremich.Tracey Brooks, Erin Maloney, Meghan Thomas, Kerri Conning, Alison Garber, Beth McBroom, Amanda Phelan, Lexi Pen, Katie Johnson, Ashley Barrow Tri Delta participates in Relay for Life. ■ Tri Delta sisters join together in the UREC pool with cheerleaders at Anchor Splash. The sorority was active in a number of activities. ■ Photos, courtesy of - m 4 % 1% 318 organizations The purpose of the Honors Society was to recognize and promote academic achievements in I SAT. Only I SAT ma- jors with a 3.25 major GPA were eligible to be in the society. Members provided tutoring services to students in founda- tion science and technology classes. The Women ' s Lacrosse Club was committed to providing members with a friendly atmosphere for competition and skill improvement. Members also provided in fund raising activities to support the organizations annual tour- ISAT Honors Society The fraternity of Kappa Delta Rho strove to attain the goals of fellowship, leadership, scholarship and service and to instill its values in new chapter mem- bers. Founded in 1905, the fraternity- was chartered at the university in 1 99 1 . Kappa Delta Rho Front Row: Alexander Blood, John Weatherlet, Jonny Finity, Jonny Mack, Scott Weckstein, John Calaflore.Tip O ' Neil, Michael Broon, DCarr, Kyle Park. Logan Wood, Zach Logan, Kris Olin, Ratty Ratcliffe, Rob Adams, Andy Kean; Not Pictured: Ryan Price, Jimbo Sheasley, Timothy Reginald Bambara. Women ' s Club Lacrosse Front Row: Lauren Owen, Molly Sanyour, Alicia Simone, Lex Gilbert; Middle Row: Stefanie Sidlow, Lauren Dickey, Lauren Mazzotta, Jenifer Huber, Abby Mumford, Elizabeth Bens: Back Row: Katelyn Clarke, Jodi Graul, Jessica Gosnell, Kristen Finsness.Vicki Ewing.Lindsey White, Shannon Evenstad. delta delta delta 319 Delta Gamma Celebrating their 20th anniversary on campus. Delta Gamma (AD commemorated two successful decades. Based on the principles of personal integrity, personal responsibility and intellectual honesty; Ar worked on strengthening their friendships as well as promoting educational and cultural interest through out the Harrisonburg community. This diverse group of 1 00 women were extremely involved around campus, while still participating in social events that promoted sisterhood. Every year Ar sponsored Anchor Splash, a week-long fundraiser that raised money for Service of Sight, their national philanthropy as well as the Virginia School tor the Deaf and Blind. President Laura McRoberts said that she was proud of Anchor Splash because, it has been successful year after year in raising thousands of dollars. Teams from other Greek organizations and the SGA competed and assisted with the events. There were basketball and volleyball competitions between the organizations and pool games at UREC. There were also penny wars on the Commons, where students dropped their change into jars labeled lor a each different Greek organization. Each organization wanted to be the one with the most money, to show that thev had the most support. The week concluded with a pageant, a favorite ol many in which all of the Greek organizations showed off their respective talents. Delta Gamma also partook in social events around campus. Thev helped other groups ' philanthropies, held sisterhood retreats every semester where they get to know their sisters better and created stronger friendships, had mixers and they also participated in the annual Greek Week. Basically we try to make even-thing we do fun — even the business meetings, said McRoberts. To help promote academics in their organization, they formed study groups that allowed sisters to tutor each other. They also participated as a group in intramural sports through UREC. These women became genuine friends and had a house full of happy sisters, McRoberts said. There are strong bonds between our sisters that continue to grow all the time. ' ubytoniduncan Celebrating at the Anchor Ball, sisters of Delta Gamma show off their best style. ■ During Homecoming the girls pose with a frat member who had just been pushed into Newman Lake.B Photo courtesy of Kendall Helton Front Row: Cassie Pack.Rachel Comer, Susan Walsh, Amanda Day.Tara Yancey, Laura McRoberts, Lindsay McGahuey, Julie Thacker, Laura Hinson, Allison Downing, Beth Mast, Middle Row: Jacqueline Buccarelli, Caroline Smith, Ginni Brazaditis, Jennifer Bissett, Alison Cowie, Leigh Gurke, Heather Harrison, Sarah Sample, Kerri Aliprantis, Angelica Atienza, Back Row: Kristen Gary, Lauren Larkin, Dani Jennife r Tyree, Jackie DaSilva, Amanda Phillips, Caitlin Fox, Jessica Robertson, Kelly Morris, Denise Hansen, Cory McCann, Ashley Easome, Sarah Yates. 320 organizations r Delta Sigma Pi Delta Sigma Pi, the country ' s foremost professional business fraternity, was founded on November 7, 1907 at New York University ' . AZFl fostered the study of business in universities and brought students of commerce closer to the commercial world around them. AIXI. The Iota Kappa chapter was founded on April 21, 1974 at Madison College in Harrisonburg, VA. The Iota Kappa chapter of AZn, approximately 75 members strong, prided itself on being a close-knit brotherhood of business majors. These brothets shared common goals and values, and they strived together for success both during and after college when they would be immersed in the business world. The Iota Kappa Chapter held an annual Seesaw-A-Thon each fall to raise money tor the American Cancer Society. No matter how rainy or cold it got, brothers rode the seesaw on the Commons for seven days straight, twenty-four hours a day. The fraternity also awarded a scholarship to a business student each year in honor of AXIl brother Michael Matthew Brown who died of cancer in 1 992. In the spring, ASXI sponsored a 5K run to raise money for the American Cancer Society. The brodiers incorporated their ideals into each activity the}- undertook, growing in their brotherhood throughout the year. ■ by garret hiller Front Row: Shannon McQuary, Joyce Guthrie, Megan Luttner, Kristina Webster, Michelle Heim, Bryan Hickman.Scott Swisher, Courtney Langhauser; Back Row: Ellen Roberts, Abby Coyle, Robby Wood, Bobby Suthard, Steven G., Dr. Jonathan Taylor. Members Laura Karrasweski, Belen Chriiboga and Julie Berder help out with concessions for a football game. The business fraternity participated in many service events. ■ Photo courtesy of Delta Sigma Pi delta gamma 321 Equestrian Club Although the Equestrian Club started onlv four years ago, thev have had much success, winning three national titles and a cacchione cup. With approximately 60 members, from beginners to advanced, the Equestrian Club encouraged and developed equestrian abilities and promoted activities that dealt with both horses and competitive riding. Competing against area schools like Radford, University of Virginia and Washington and Lee, the Equestrian Club held its own and often came out on top. We have sent 1 1 riders to Nationals and we made up half of the Zone Ail-Star team, said vice president senior Jamie Auletto. All riders were encouraged to compete as much as the} ' could on whatever level they could. The teams were judged on a point system, with each level receiving points that were then totaled in the end, this made beginners as important to have as experienced riders. When they were not competing, community sen-ice played a large role in the Equestrian Club. They had collected over 900 cans of food that was donated to the local food bank. They also assisted in Horses Christmas along with Bridgewater College. Horses Christmas was an event in which all area school children were invited to watch a costume contest involving the horses. The horses were paraded around and candy was given to the children. Both Mr. and Mrs. Claus made an appearance as well. The club also participated in UREC ' s Warm-A- Winter Wish program. The club shared a strong passion for horses because many members had been riding for a long time. We love horses and ride for the pure enjoyment of it, said president, senior Maria Sinopoli. Every member of the club was brought together through this shared passion and have bonded in ways that were horse-related and not. This bond was shown through the amount of time they spent together outside of practice. They participated in UREC fitness classes, bowling and other social gatherings. Still a relatively young organization, the Equestrian Club ' s past success pointed toward an even brighter future. ■ bytoniduncan ■ s r n M jwu k } . ' -fiSH Jf , W 1 James Madison B KjJ 1 EQUESTRIAN 1 Front Row: Natalie Drakulich, Alyson Pridgen, Emily Just, Kerrie LaFleur, Laura DeAngelo. Kim Rill, Saidee Gibson, Jen Ross, Maria Sinopoli. Jaime Auletto, Stephanie McKaughan; Second Row: Ashley Johnson, April Burgess.Chelsea Stone, Jaime Newbill.Cheryl Mazarowski, Amanda Sims, Jessica Norris, Brittany DeLorme, Jessica Sanaie, Alexis Kepler; Third Row: Sara Jett, Genevieve Speese, Amanda Phillips, Katherine Fox, Alaina Clements, Caitlin MacRae, Amy Brown, Joanna Mitchell, Jamie Page, Michelle Boes, Laura McCann; Back Row: Molly Little, Owen Highfill,AlisonBredthauer,KaitlinMiller,Darcy Swain, Ryan Cohill.Tracy Malcolm, Sarah Axelson, Lucie Horn, Brittany Sonnenberg, Meghan Jones. Senior Jamie Auletto competes at a show in Radford, Virgina. ■ Equestrian team members show off their variety of ribbons after their competition. ■ Photos courtesy of Maria Sinopoli Ffr- 4 B ?_ 322 organizations IKT Latter-Day Saints Student Association Latter-Day Saints Student Associa- tion was a group that sought to uplift students spiritually and to provide wholesome activities. The primary purpose of Low Key was to promote a cappella music throughout the university and Harrison- burg communities. The group was founded in the fall of 2000 and partici- pates in annual events such as Camp Heartland Halloween Concert, Opera- tion Smile, and Operation Santa Claus. The Madison Dance Club pro- vided a creative outlet for dancers to express themselves through several genres of dance including jazz, hip-hop and lyrical. Front Row: Julie Pressimone. Lorena Whalan, Leslie Taylor, Liz Maze; Back Row: Elder Turner, Alex Haueter, Shane Richardson, Elder Bridge Low Key Front Row: Scott Bourdeau, Karen Roberts, Allison Firster, Rebecca Maas, President, Lindsey Gibbons, Justin Chastant; Middle Row: Drew Showalter, Susan Clark, Wesli Spencer, Keith Mann, Courtney Delk, Jeskuh Borash; Back Row: Austin Robbs, Meredith Welsch.Timothy Eberts, David Taylor, David Strawsnyder, Chris Scruggs. Madison Dance Club Front Row: Melissa Evanskey, Stephanie Nightlinger, Lisa Thomasson, Meredith Geary, Christine Chin, Sarina Anch, Heather Gilbert, Maureen McLoughli Jenna Roberts; Back Row: Melissa Barbour, Johanna Somers, Heather Klalter, Ashley Sumner, Shannon Routzahn, Amanda Dean, Jerianne Lilore, Heather Hall, Ashley Parks. Katie Lally, Sage Lipkin, Lauren MacMillan, Katie Williams, Amanda Lee, Erica Mereke, Natalie Lee. equestrian club 323 Eta Sigma Gamma Eta Sigma Gamma was the National Health Science Honotaty. The primary purpose of EETwas to provide an opportunity for members in che Health Science field, to become acquainted with and enjoy the fellowship of students and faculty whose professional interests were in the health science discipline. This was achieved through learning, research, service and teaching. EZrhas grown, and currently has about 60 active members. Rectuitment takes place every fall and initiation is held in the middle of the spring semester. The pledge period is a time for new members to bond through participating in various service activities. The university ' s chapter of EST was very active in the area of service. The organization participates in the MS Walk and Relay tor Life every year. In the most recent year, EZr planned on hosting a concert to benefit Opetation Smile, and also to host a drug and alcohol free dance for an area middle school. In addition to theit weekly meetings and service events, time was set aside for social events that gave members an opportunity to further bond. The leaders of EST felt that they could be more effective as an organization if they had a closet bond, and the social events provided them with the means to that end. These events ranged from the homecoming patade, to ice cream socials, to pizza parties, and even semi-fotmals. Being in EZrhas made it so much easiet to get to know students in my major and also get to know teachers, which has been very beneficial to me, ELY Treasurer Molly Roberts said. I feel so blessed to be a part of this organization, EZrPtesident Erin Blevins said. It has opened my eyes to the needs of the community and has given me an oppottunitv to give back. It is wondetful to have an otganization to unite students and faculty who want to spread awareness of current health issues throughout the community ' . ■ by garret hiller Erin Belvins, Kierra Beals, and Tiffany Tomlinson prepared for the homecoming parade. Besides the parade, the girls were involved in many communty service activities. ■ Members of Eta Sigma Gamma pose in front of their Homecoming float.The students were excited to show their spirit even though it was raining. ■ Photos courtesy of E2X Front Row: Kiera Beals, Kristen Timmel, Danielle Rackers, Michelle Klima, Jennifer Carter, Sarah Lothrop, Michelle Sealock, Kimberly Rogers, Middle Row: Laura Gendreau.Tiffany Tomlinson, Kelley Boom, Kara Simons, Molly Roberts, Erin Bleuins, Kelly Abernathy, Laura Arm, Carolyn Todd, Back Row: Dana Dabbenigno, Katie lacuzio, Kathy Mooney, Catherine Knox, Ginger Pettengill, Robin Yuspen, Kathryn Malarkey, William Daily, Debra Sutten, Meredith James, Amy Shifflett, Carrie Plott, Molly Ashby, Jenifer Newnam, Elise Maacchio, Angela Kehler. 324 organizations Delta Sigma Theta Focused on sisterhood, scholarship and service, members of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Inc. lota Alpha chapter assisted the community. This sorority was mainly service based. President Claytor said. I wanted to part of this group because it focused on community outreach. Chartered on December 11, 1971, this organization has worked hard at upholding its ideals of service. Delta Sigma Theta went into the Harrisonburg community, offering their services where needed. At the Boys and Girls Club, they played with children and assisted with activities. Twice a semester, the sisters helped clean up a stretch of highway through the Adopt A Highway program. In addition, they could be found in the soup kitchens on the first Wednesday of even, ' month. They helped in preparing the dining areas, making and serving the food. Throughout the year they also tried to make the university a better place, holding Delta Focus discussions open to anyone and everyone. In these talks people would discuss many different issues; one included a talk on fitness that took place at UREC. Participating in the step show and hosting a Chose Your Flavor date option, these sisters added to the run atmosphere on campus. They also hosted their annual party in the P.C. Ballroom. This year ' s theme was the 80s, and everyone on campus was welcome to attend. I have been empowered by this movement, said Claytor. I was able to do so much with the help of all my girls. AZT accomplished a great deal, creating long-lasting positive benefits to the community and campus. ■ by toni duncan Front Row: Latichia Fleming, Stacy Yvonne Claytor, Leslie Corridon, Charlene Hall, Chandra Cooks, Back Row: Christa Rasberry, Kristie Fleming, Renita Johnson, Amanda M. Claytor: President. Kristin Parker, Tennille Bowser. 325 Club Field Hockey Affiliated with the National Field Hockey League, Club Field Hockey was founded to provide interested girls and guys the opportunity to play field hockey without the time commitment demanded by plaving at the varsity level. This student-coached group had a two-fold purpose: to improve their field hockev skills and to form friendships. The team was very competitive and they had a verv successful year. Plaving in games and tournaments throughout Virginia, North Carolina and Maryland, these girls came out on top. Having played amazingly well, they qualified for the Final Four Tournament by winning the Southern Division. We worked hard all season long and offseason too. The Final Four was always our goal and it took the entire team for us to get there. It was amazing to see all that hard work pay off when we got to that level, said president junior Carrie Moser. In the spring they also hosted a tournament. When they were not practicing, this club tried to give back to their community by participating in various service events. Last winter they participated in UREC ' s Warm a Winter Wish program, in which they adopted a family for Christmas. They also made Christmas cards and Valentines for nursing home residents. The service they were most proud of was cooking dinner for the residents of Mercv House, every week. With a group that was together a large portion of their day, strong friendships grew between the 60-70 members. Supporting each other before even ' game, they held team dinners, pasta or pizza parties and had secret buddies. During their away games, it was tradition for them to go out to eat together. They also enjoyed social events with members of other club teams. With great attitudes, dedication and the desire for excellence, the Field Hockey Club ended their season with great playing and stronger friendships. Said Moser, We did real!} ' great and we had a lot of fun. ■ bytoniduncan From Row: Ginni Brazditis, Carrie Moser.Katie Lucas, Christina Kim, Britini LaBrie, Heather Hall, Catherine Garvey.Tara Baldwin, Middle Row: Erin Magnor, Leigh Morris, Stephanie Cherrezian, Carla Cofrancesco, Kristin Howard, Becca Mihalick, Kati Magaw, Jessica Pierson, Kelly Heindel, Back Row: Ashlee Healey, Julianne Stilwell, Jennifer Gray, Melissa Tenenini, Kate Yurgelun, Katie Farmer, Catherine Ruhland, Megan Cech. Club Field Hockey members take a break from practice on the UREC turf to pose for a quick picture.The group put many hours into their strategies and love of hockey. ■ Photo courtesy of Club Field Hockey 326 organizations Exit 245 Beginning the concert by rapping to Eminem ' s Lose Yourself, Exit 245 ' s Brian King proves his ability as a crowd- pleasing performer. King also sang I Just Died in YourArmsTonighf ' which featured him on the main vocals. ■ Photos courtesy of Exit 245 While lights reading ' exit shine brightly in the background, members of Exit 245 give their last concert of the semester in P.C. Ballroom. Although the concert was short, it was well attended and given good reviews by its dedicated audience. The concert concluded with Celebration by Kool and The Gang and She ' s Out of My Life by 98 Degrees Delighting students and the Harrisonburg community with their vocal prowess and harmonizing abilities, all-male a cappella group Exit 245 was just doing what came naturally to them. They were entertaining people by sharing their love of music. The group was founded in 1998, and in 2003 still counted in its ranks two of its original members. Since the creation of the group. Exit 245 has grown from 14 to 19 members. The men of Exit 245 prided themselves on being a very casual and approachable group. They also tried to do as many concerts as they could so as many people as possible would have the opportunity to see them perform. Exit 245 traveled tar and wide to expose people to their gift of song by partaking in two or three big road trips a year. Exit 245 business manager, senior Steven Clark enjoyed the travels with his fellow group members. Part ot the fun [or being in Exit 245] is getting to hang out and bond with the others guys on the trips, Clark said. Exit 245 performs annually lor multiple causes including Camp Heartland, Zeta Tau Alphas concert for breast cancer awareness, and Operation: Santa Claus. Some of the members ' favorite shows included their visits to elementary and middle schools because there they were able to interact with the kids and conduct mini-workshops that got the kids onstage to sing along with the group. In addition, it was not unusual to find the group throughout the year serenading lucky students in the residence halls with Happy Birthday. One of the big projects for Exit 245 this year was the making of their third CD, released in May. Clark said that Exit 245 members chose songs thev would like to be on the CD, arranged them, and then the whole group collectively voted on which songs would make the cut. The CD contained the group ' s versions of such classics like Jesse ' s Girl and Freshmen, as well as popular contemporary songs by Custer and Eve 6. ■ by garret hiller Front Row: James Lunsford, Steven Clark, Cortland Moore, James Minnix, Brian King; Middle Row: Jared Wilmer, Jason Robey, Michael Ozment, Jason Ratliff, Ryan Ostrender, Kevin Ker; Back Row: Gavin Wade, John Birkhofer, Jon Williams, Dave Cowell.Nate Miller, Michael Harrison, Danny Ozment. exit 245 327 Fencing Club Students wanting the unique opportunity to learn the basics of the sport of fencing, found a home with the Fencing Club. Holding meetings almost every night of the week, each night corresponding to different levels of fencing, these students increased their skills all while having fun. With a focus on teaching and competing, the Fencing Club grew to about 40 members. Members had the opportunity to learn three weapons. Beginners started off with the Foil. This weapon was probably one of the most complicated because there were many rules to be followed. When one used the Foil, they could only be hit from the ground to their shoulder and not their arms. The second weapon was the Epee. This was sturdier and the whole body was the target area. Finally, the third weapon was the Saber, which only allowed waist-up hits. While they were still hoping to get their own coach, the members of the Fencing Club helped teach each other. They participated in the U.S. Fencing Association competitions, allowing them to compete against other schools and clubs. Fencing is an individual sport, said president, senior Leah McCombe. But we always cheered each other and supported each other. The Fencing Club represented their Duke dog pride at these competitions, always wearing one purple sock and one gold sock. Understanding the benefits of community service, each of the members were required to participate in at least one event a semester; however, many chose to do more. Members volunteered at the Society for the Prevention of the Cruelty to Animals, the Little Grill Soup kitchen. Warm a Winter Wish, and Relay for Life. As a group, thev volunteered at a WVPT fundraiser for public television during their fine arts auction. The Fencing Club assisted by carrying out paintings and answering phones. They also participated with the Valley Voice, which is a radio and television service for the blind. With all of their practices, competitions and volunteer work, this group grew close. These people were awesome, said McCombe. They were the most interesting people I have ever met, I have learned a lot from them and it has been a great experience. ! bytoniduncan Fencers practice their skills before their next tournament. Fencing required concentration, dedication and practice. ■ The club fencing team celebrates their participation in the beginner ' s tournament. The fencing club enjoyed both the competition and social aspects of the team. ■ Photos courtesy of the Fencing Club Front Row: Heidi Hiller, Leah McCombe, Kenny Ward.Tess Wardell, Meghan Hochkeppel, Karen Early; Middle Row: Joanna Mirsky, Lindsey Wilson, Willie Easton, Amanda Grider, Evan Garrison; Back Row: Michael Palfrey, Scott Jones, Andrew McKeegan.Ben Chambers, Sachin Kori, Kevin Wisener. 328 organizations International Circle K It - A With a strong commitment to community service, Circle K International Service Organization gave back to the Harrisonburg community. Circle K is part of the K-family, said club president, junior Latrisha Lamanna. There is the Kiwanis branch that business persons partake in to help with betterment projects, there is Key Club for high schoolers, Builders Club for middle school and kids and K-Kids for elementary kids and then there is us. By promoting leadership and innovation, Circle K employed many- creative ways to aid the community through out the entire year. With 40 active members willing to go out and serve the community, Circle K successfully completed many projects. They participated in the Adopt-A-Grandparent program at Sunnyside Nursing Home. They also assisted Camelot Nursing Home with various activities. They helped with bingo, they wheelchair square- danced, and distributed homemade cards. Circle K members also went to the local SPCA and gave the animals some tender loving care. Members also assisted at the Boys and Girls Club, Social Services, Salvation Army, Mercy House, Valley Voice, Animal Rights Coalition and Valley AIDS Network. The Special Olympics was another organization that Circle K helped. They assisted with all of the sports such as track and field, volleyball and basketball by keeping score, clocking times, helping with the set up or by cheering on these special athletes. Circle K also corresponded with fifth graders at a nearby elementary school. My favorite activity we did was writing to the fifth graders, said junior Shannon Laily. We got the cutest letters back and you felt like you had impacted them in some way. At the end of the year we had a big party and we got to meet them for the first time. Through all of their hard work. Circle K upheld their mission of providing lifelong commitment to community service by giving their time, skills and endtusiasm to the Harrisonburg community. ■ bytoniduncan Front Row: Tashyan Pitter. Ellen Luckring, Elizabeth Wenger, Latrisha Lamanna, Lindsay Agricola, Shannon Lally, Middle Row: Sarah Yates. Heather Forrester, Christine Brindza, Elizabeth Carter, Jennifer Omartian, Deanna Rella, Kari Cerminaro, Back Row:Amy Carthew, Brian James Hannon, Sarah Kozup, Drew Dickinson, Jennifer Warthan, Crystal Richards, Eleni Zavros. Junior Kari Cerminara of Circle K recruits new members at Student Organization Night. Circle K was commited to community service an was also a branch of the Kiwanas Club. ■ Photo byGina Indellicate 329 Mi adison Marketing Association X H in BB ■ 1 ' AS , 1 Front Row: Ryan Mannion, Amanda Webb, Bob McMillen, April Harris, Steven Gunelin, Annalisa Berryhill, Jennifer Oobberfuhl, Kristen Acuto, Ryan Fagen, Chip David; Middle Row: Patrick Donahoe, Lindsey Buck, Kelly Corbin, Michael Sullivan, Melissa Tenenini, Canessa Simmers, Lauren Schuman, Lori Mickelson, Rachel Whitwell, Norma Craft; Back Row: Kelly Hoffman, Kathleen Krohn, Lauren Lowman, Kathleen Landy, Kristin Hanson, Jamie Doescher. Madison Outing Club Front Row: Jamie VanDevander, Megan Shkor, Brad Galorenzo, Heather Horan, Sheila DiCostanza; Back Row: Katie Knapp, Elicia Ausberry, Andrew Gray, Sara Slough. adison Review Front Row: Benjamin Gibson, Joshua Porter, William Roy; Back Row: Lindsey Wilson, Michael Dickie, David Heishman, Amy DiGiovine; Not Pictured: Daniel Lauro, Shane Seegers, Scott O ' Brien, John Leonard, Michael Seder. The Madison Marketing Association was a non-profit organization that provided students the opportunity to receive mar- keting education, as well as build both professional and marketing skills for their future. MMA was founded in 1982 as a collegiate chapter of the American Marketing Association. The primary purpose of the Madison Outing Club was to provide fun and exciting oppormnities for studen ts to experience outdoor sports. These sports included paint-balling, hiking, sky diving, snow tubing, snow skiing and white water rafting. The Madison Review provided an alternative source of news and opinion in its monthly publication. The review was an open publication, inviting students to discuss campus and national issues. organizations Hillel Members stood in warren hall to promote an upcoming event. Hillel made an effort to expand campus knowledge of their faith. ■ Members of Hillel attempt to make the Star of David. Fun was a focus for the group. ■ Photos courtesy of Hillel Established in the late 1970s, Hillel participated in educational, religious and social events, all with a Jewish focus. The organization welcomed all denominations of Judaism as well as people who were just interested in Judaism. They gave back to the campus and the community through both religious and non-religious means. They participated in the Interfaith September 1 1 service, a prayer service hosted by many different religions, held in remembrance of the victims and their families of the September 1 1 terrorist attacks. They participated in the Interfaith Thanksgiving sen ice and supper as well. Members of Hillel also had coffee talks with Rabbis and partook in religious services for High Holidays. Collecting food for the hungry was another event for which they volunteered their time. Thev also participated in V-Day, the campus-wide volunteer dav. In an attempt to help high school seniors with the difficult decision of where to go to college, they assisted prospective Jewish students by offering to give tours. With a consistent membership of around 20, members enjoved spending time with each other, and did so frequently outside of meetings. I really enjoyed Hillel because it gave me an opportunity to spend time with and meet other Jewish college students, said president, senior Amanda Wattenmaker. I have met some incredible friends through Hillel, friends like I never imagined I would ever have. Members got together for a back to school ice cream social, giving them the opportunity to catch up with their old friends. During the winter months they went snow tubing and ice skating. Hillel members also went to a semiformal for all Virginia college Hillel branches. Hillel was a wonderful place to be because of the people in it — everyone has so much heart, said Wattenmaker. Through the support of their peers, members ot Hillel grew spiritually and provided a positive impact on campus. ■ bytoniduncon • i I k m m Front Row: Amanda Wattenmaker, Stacy Miller, Gabrielle Lake, Daniel Lovinger.Evan Schwartz, Daniel Teweles, Nicolette LeBlanc, Jennifer Redmore, Alison Fargo; Back Row: Hilary Oskin, Elissa Berger, Jessica Norman, Amy Feinberg, Erin Simon,LindseySteinberg,JackHirsch,Brandon Walker, Alex Welch, Wendy Friedman, Maryn Soroka, Kim Witt. hillel 331 Inline Hockey The Inline Hockey Club strived to promote social and competitive relationships within the school community, stressing team building, and supporting the community through various service activities. The club or about 40 members, has a very proud history having placed high in the Eastern Collegiate Roller Hockey Association (ECRHA), and even graduated one of the league ' s first Most Valuable Players. In addition, they have strong alumni support, and earned bids to Nationals twice in the last five seasons. This past year, the club earned a bid to winter nationals. The team members had a deep commitment to giving back to the community and were rewarded for their service. Last season they earned the ECRHA league-wide community service award. Club president Gary LaBelle led the team and it proved to be a rewarding experience. This year we have worked hard, forming tremendous bonds. Many of the players will be living together next year, LaBelle said. This is a testament to the example set by our predecessors, who worked hard to build a highly social club, with tight interpersonal relationships. The competition is fierce, and the friendships are phenomenal. ■ by garret hitler - g 9 © © Front Row: William Tragert, Robert Babusci, Michael Gottschalk, Andrew Morris, Ryan Allen, Tim Pitkewicz, David Norman, John Aurrichio.Thomas Imbrigiotta, Keith Fuller, Jonathan Vu, Anthony Trzeciak, Ricky Freudenfels, Bourgue Heller, Nicholas Dzeudzel, Brad Fairbanks, Gary LaBelle, Jason Fox, Christopher McGrath, Jesse Horneber, Brett Bovio, Matt Pitkewicz, Matt Perticone. organizations Math Clubs primary pur- pose was to promote interest in mathmatics at the university and social interaction among students and faculty. The three main purposes of the National Honor Society of Collegiate Scholars was to promote leadership, scholarship and service. The society contributed enormous amounts of community service throughout the local, state and national levels. The Nursing Student Associa- tion was formed to enhance nurs- ing students ' experiences in school through professional and educa- tional opportunities. Math Club Front Row: Matthew Downey, Kelly Dickson, Mary Lee, Cassandra Dodson; Back Row: Carolyn Miller, John Marafins, Peter Kohn, Nathan Smith, Eva Goedhart, Judith Prewitt. National Society of Collegiate Scholars Katie James, Kristine Thompson, Shannon Willison, Alysha Akbar. Nursing Students Association Front Row: Laura Erickson, Annmarie Breen, Rhonda Frazier, Leslie Smith, Cecila Heneberrry, Sarah Abetti, Lorena Whalan, Terry Altobello, Leslie Sensabaugh, Allison Johnson. ■ inline hockey 333 Kappa Kappa Psi was founded in 1 980. They assisted both the music program and the community through their services. The co-ed honorary service fraternity ' s primary purpose was to serve the college band by assisting during pre-game and post-game events. With approximately 40 members, there were many hands willing to serve. Members participated n a Wampler Shift where they helped out the music office for one hour, performing any activities that the music department needed them to do. During football games, members of this fraternity were often behind the scenes, helping out in the band pit. They cleaned up the area, supplied water and supported the band with their enthusiasm and spirit. They also ushered during music recitals and helped with band camps. Kappa Kappa Psi also participated in the Relay for Life, Adopt-A-Family and Adopt-A-Highway programs. In order to join the fraternity, each brother had to be in a band program for at least one semester. This love of music bonded the members together, creating a close-knit group. This group created a home or me, said club historian, senior Michael Jenkins. This was a place where I could go and they always ccepted me. While the main purpose was for service to the band, the group created strong friendships through ocial events. The organization was broken up into five families, all descending from the founding fathers, to help members get to know one another better. They also held progressive dinners with different brothers cooking. Those were really fun, you got to know everyone much better afterwards, said Jenkins. During the holiday season they had a gift exchange between the brothers. Their passion for music brought these brothers together, but it was through their service and social events that they became as Jenkins describes one big happy family. ■ by toni duncan Front Row: Sara Perron, Cecilia Heneberry, Beth Schroeder, Mike Jenkins, Steven H., Katie Baynor; Middle Row: Breanne MacFarland, Kimberly Wagner, John Zannino, Kristen Minerd, Samantha Kaplan, Heather Bennett, Erin Cooper, Jared Shenk; Back Row: Tara Lowrie, Carly Crockett, Brandon Fish, Doug Roberts, Gean Barron, Brandon Hamrick, Shannon Doran, Ben Silber. 334 Interfraternity Council The second round of fraternity rush on the Commons brings many prospective students despite the cold weather. The Interfraternity Council was the source of all events planned to promote the 14 chapters on campus. ■ Photos by Rachel O ' Donnell The Interfraternity Council (IFC) was the governing bodv for the men ' s fraternities on campus. The mission of the IFC was to create a system of continuity and to provide general guidelines for all of the fourteen chapters recognized at the university. The mission was met by the IFC providing a forum for discussion between chapters and by fostering spirit, encouragement, and growth within chapters. The 14 IFC-recognized fraternities accounted for approximately 800 fraternity men at the university. Two delegates from each chapter, making 28 total, were appointed by their chapter as representatives at weekly delegate meetings. IFC also worked closely with their sorority counterpa rt, the Panhellenic Council, to unify the entire fraternity sorority community. The IFC Executive Board was the administrative body of the Council. The Board consisted of 1 elected leaders from various fraternities. The board ran weekly delegate meetings chaired bv the president. Like the American government, the IFC was comprised of three branches: Executive, Legislative, and Judicial. The executive board governed the council, the weekly delegate meetings served as the legislative body, and the judicial system held the member chapters accountable. President s Meetings wete conducted everv other week bv the IFC president. These developmental meetings led to a fraternity system in which the presidents felt comfortable speaking candidlv to one another, and most importantly, learned from the successes and failures of one another. The IFC also worked with individual fraternity and sororitv chapters to complete community service projects for their own chapters. The Community Service Chairman was a valuable resource for the individual chapters. Senior Scott Ewert served on the IFC executive boatd for two years, one as Judicial Chairman and the other as President. Being a member of the IFC executive board has been one of the most rewarding experiences I have had, Ewert said. I have made lifelong friends in each of our fraternities and sororities that I would not have met had I not been a part of the IFC. I feel confident that I have left the IFC and our fraternity system stronger than when I came into office two years ago. ■ by garret hiller Front Row: Jack Litzenberger, Alan Smith, Scott Ewert: President, Ross Airington, Andrew Chamaj, Nick McCarter, David Krause, William Bogard, Brian Casten. interfraternity council 335 Madison Project Founded in 1 996 as the university ' s first all-male a cappella group, Madison Project amazed audiences with their blended voices and eclectic sound. Wearing their traditional uniform of a shirt, tie and khakis, the guys performed steadily throughout the year. While their voices were amazing, it was often their stage presence that audiences. They always appeared to be having fun and getting into their music. That ' s the reason I joined Madison Project, said president senior Adam Suritz. Those guys always looked like they were having fun on stage and I wanted to be part of that. They closed Sunset on the Quad, receiving two encores from a very enthusiastic audience. Singing favorites like Take me Home Tonight and Out of Africa, the audience refused to let them leave. They performed at many other events, including Zeta Tau Alpha ' s Breast Cancer Benefit Show, Operation Santa Claus, CASA Mercy House benefit, Guardian Angel School fundraiser and the Virginia Silhouettes Megan Stoker Leukemia Benefit. Since their shows brought big crowds, Madison Project helped to raise a substantial amount of money each year. Madison Project also made dorm appearances and performed special for special friends ' birthdays. With such a busy schedule, it was a surprise that the guys had time to go back to the studio to record a new CD. However, their new album, entitled Rock Star, was released January 28. Titles on the CD included popular songs from all different music genres like, Take me Home Tonight, Your Body is a Wonderland, Your Song, and Livin on a Prayer. Suritz said, This CD took twice as long as the others to make, but it is definitely our best one. We have some really awesome songs on there. Through all their performances and their dedicated work on their CD, these guys became a closer-knit group. Said Suritz, We are brothers, friends, band mates. This is one of the most fun things I have done in college. ■ bytoniduncan Madison Project performs at the Convocation Center during the Midnight Madness special event. The Duke Dog helped the guys by holding their microphone during their performance. ■ Traveling to Alden Theatre outside of D.C. was no problem for the enthusiastic guys of Madison Project. It was their first performance at the concert sponsored by Alumni Relations. ■ Photos courtesy of Madison Project Front Row: Adam Suritz, Kyle Busey, Ryan McAllister, Graham Cochrane, Andrew Rozier- Smolen, Broderick Bond; Back Row: Chuck Stollery, Jordon Herzog, Keith Kohr, Paul Puckett, Benny Tomko, Matt Harrison, Andy Price. 336 organizations PRO Motion The P.R.O. Motion mission was to act as agents for change by exciting, motivating and empowering students toake positive lifestyle choices. The or- ganization put on programs for groups of students of all ages throughout the community that boosted students ' self- esteem and increased their awareness of the importance of physical fitness. Phi Epsilon Kappas main purpose was to promote friendship among Ki- nesiology, Recreation, and Health Sci- ence students and staff while making a good name for these departments in the eves of the school and community. Pi Sigma Epsilon was a professioanl coed sales and mar- keting fraternity, participating in a variety of projects both business- and communitv-oriented. Front Row: Kate Loughney, Becky Holt, Becky Breinig, Amber Krause, Sandy Lantz, Helen Schubert; Back Row: Kim Winn, Vanessa Langhoiz, Christopher Baidoo, Mary Phillips, Lisa Angely. Phi Epsilon Kappa Front Row: Courtney McLaughlin, Brooke Hirsch, Meghan Young, Christine Berg, Ryan Kahl, AJ Kass, Kate Parker, Carter Walton, Kara Kauflin, Anne Valeant, Jaime Aulerto, Christian Delariva, Karen Kupelian, Lindsay Hazeiette, Dana Gutshall, Jeremy Bullock, Jason Aughey. Stacey Woodson, Michelle Poindexter, Leslie Stone, Molly Roberts. Pi Sigma Epsilon Front Row: Cody Barner, Kelly Williamson. Jennifer Pavell, Alison Creszynski, Lauren Eaton, John Oalton, Erin Graves, John Braun, Jeremy Golis. Philip Smiley, Aimee Fawley, Jenna Galloway, Jennie Reed, Michelle Jones, Scon Sprouse, Shannon Lowery, Erin Santanello, Joe Frisbie, Barb Barron, Wendy Chambliss, Elizabeth Livesay, Sarah Schambach, Jessica Price, Vicki Ewing, Matthew Navitsky, Lee Hallberg, Brian Millard, Brandon Pagelow. Jen Cook, Karen Goodwin, nana Guiney, Courtney Smith. madison project 337 Kappa Pi Kappa Pi, the international art and art history honor fraternity, has been building friendships and promoting service since the 1 980s. The fraternity provided opportunities for brothers to enrich the community through volunteer and art-related activities. With 60 members and a large pledge class, president senior Emily Smith described her brothers as, caring, creative and enthusiastic. Every spring, Kappa Pi held their Very Special Arts Festival, which was a day of arts and crafts for special education children. They set up tables with different activities for these children to participate in, including basic arts and crafts such as macaroni necklaces and making shapes out of clay. Other organizations, such as dance groups, got involved in this event as well. Kappa Pi also tried to assist their fellow art students. In the spring semester they sponsored the Student Art Show Sale featuring only student art. They also held their first ever used art supply sale, which they hoped to make an annual event. Art supplies were very expensive, so it was a great way for art majors to save on materials required for their classes. Brothers also had the opportunity to assist the university in portfolio reviews. High school seniors who were considering art as a major brought their portfolios in during the months of November, December and January to have the brothers of Kappa Pi look over them and make helpful suggestions. Smith felt that the brothers became closer then they had been in previous years. Since many seniors graduated last year, we had a smaller group and as a result we knew each odier better. We had parties and most of us hung out outside of the meetings and events. Through this support and friendship, the brothers of Kappa Pi better served die community with dieir artistic talents. ■ by toni duncan Front Row: Erin Johnson, Lydia Powers, Emily Smith, Lisa Moore, Emily Antanitus, Rebecca Hedger, Leah Jester, Katherine McDonald; Back Row: Amber Lantz, Kirstin Juul, Sommer Sasscer, Rachel Buchholz, Aaron Gibson, Rachel Eisley, Pat Bredland, Renee Decker, Katie Adams. Seniors from Kappa Pi pose for a group picture. Kappa Pi, an international Art and Art History honor fraternity, spread their love of art to the surrounding communities through service activites and enthusiasm for art. ■ Photo courtesy of Kappa Pi $TEV E 338 organizations New and Improv ' d perform on stage to a delighted crowd. New and Improv ' d participated in many fundraisers to raise money for local charities. ■ Members of New and Improvdjokeabout their performances with each other at the organizations fair. At the fair, students that were interested in the organization could ask their questions. ■ Photos by Jess Hanebury and Gina Indellicate K UT : -pr tf „ a nd imP 1 ' ' y V 1 i i New Improvd New and Improv ' d delighted audiences for yet another year with their original brand of improvisational comedy. The group performed at many events and fundraisers on campus, creating greater demand for their act and solidifying an already impressive reputation. New and Lmprov. ' d Vice-President and Director, senior Steve Jacobs said, We ' ve done a few shows to raise money for charitable causes, which is also a lot of fun. Performing for good causes makes me feel warm and fuzzy, as I ' m sure it does the rest of the group. Though New and Improv ' d was often called in to assist other organizations with their fundraisers, the group still produced their annual spring charity event: Improv Bowl. This event, which took place just after the Super Bowl each year, involved a competition-style improv gala fun- fest, with all of the resulting proceeds distributed to a local charity. Jacobs said, Lately, we ' ve been trying to break away from the mentality that every improv group is like Whose Line Is It Anyway. I don ' t know if we really did it, and people might just see us as TV clones, but at least we felt a little better about ourselves. Jacobs looked back on his tenure with New and Improv ' d with fond memories. My last two years in the group have been awesome, and I ' m gonna miss it when I graduate this May. Of all of our shows so far this year, I think I liked the freshman orientation show best, he said. Grafton- Stovall was packed, and we had a good night. Nothing beats the feeling of making 600-something people laugh out loud. ■ by garret hiller Front Row: Steven Jacobs, Kimberly N. Esp, Daniel Hodos, William Ogle; Back Row: Blisa Blaikman, Christina Boucher, Douglas Woodhouse-Ricks, Diane Elizabeth Jenkins, Portishead Wilson. new and improv ' d 339 Optimist Kids ' Klub The Optimist Kids Klub was unique among the university ' s student organizations in that it was devoted entirely for the children of Harrisonburg. The club provided positive role models and benefited the children in anv way they needed. The club was founded in 2000, and in the past vear added Kids ' Klub to its previous name of Optimist in order to further the university ' s awareness ol its purpose. Forty-members strong, the club lived up to its purpose by participating in many service projects benefiting kids in Harrisonburg. From Kids ' Day at the Ballpark to Monster Mash at the Valley Mall to Make Someone ' s Dav Great, Optimist Kids ' Klub made its presence felt. In Kids ' Day at the Ballpark, kids got their faces painted and enjoyed a ball game. During Monster Mash at the Valley Mall, the club helped a local organization with a costume contest and dance events on Halloween. Make Someone ' s Day Great was an event that allowed a committee of the club to spread inspiration and joy to individuals. Optimist Kids ' Klub Co-President, Maria Debeauvernet said, Kids ' Klub gives me a little escape back into the world of children. At college you do not get many opportunities to play with kids. The children we work with are great, they make my week every time I see them. ■ by garret hiller Front Row: Danielle Vozza, Sarah Baughan, Maria DeBeauvernet, Michelle McDaniel, Sarah Stanitz, Alison Burdo, Julia Braden, Katheryne Fink, Jessica Maupin. Katie Fink, a member of the Optimist Kids ' Klub, helps out with the children that attended the Monster Mash at the Valley Mall. Children came in costume and participated in the many activities that the event provided such as face painting A member of the Optimist Kids ' Klub works the table for the organization at an informational fair. Candid pictures of service events helped to inspire volunteers to make a difference in children ' s lives. ■ Photos by Gina Indellicate and courtesy of the Optimist Kids Club 340 organizations Established in 1992, the Pie-Physical Therapy Society was a student-run organization whose purpose was to inform students about the physical therapy occupation. Psi Chi was a National Honor Society in Psychology whose purpose was to encour- age, stimulate and maintain excellence and scholarship in all fields of psychology. The Psychology Club en- abled all students interested in psychology to take an active roll in education and commu- nity service. They sponsored Race for Relief, a 5K race to raise money for the Red Cross, as well as volunteering at West- ern State Psychiatric Hospital. Pre-Physical Therapy Front Row: Amy Willard, Kandice Minor, Jennifer Stone, Shannon Kennedy; Back Row: Kimberly Rogers, Karen Hanline, Jenifer Newnam, Sofia Anagnos, Anna Black, Molly Shepherd, David French, Luke Barbier, Amanda Lee; Not Pictured: Andrea Tippett. Psi Chi Front Row: Matt Thomas, Betsy Williams, Jenna Meshanko, Megan Forrester, Amy Opilla, Lauren Larkin, Jennifer Capito, Katherine Hughes, Meredith Callaway, Kathleen Holmes, Denise Zannino, Mary Huntsberry, Melissa Shulleeta; Back Row: Johanna Smith, Johnna Manchester, Mary lampietro, Elizabeth Betts, Carrie Reynolds, Amanda Sawetz-Glasener, Anne Hardey, Shannon Willison, Carey Caughlin, Melissa Depman, Jennifer Thomas. Psychology Club Front Row:KellyCanavan,LindsayBarnett, Erin CundiffJaninaCastiglia.Erin Close, Lisa Thompson; Middle Row: Kern Aliprantis, Erin Prendergast, Farrah Gulum, Caitlin Corcoran, Christine Yip, Deanna Rella, Kim Nguyen; Back Row: Amanda Grider, Katherine Baird, Ashley McLaughlin, Jen Burnett, Marianne Lattiak, Jessica Norman, Laura White, Jaime Babich, Riya Mehta. optimist kids ' klub 341 Latino Student Alliance Latino Student Alliance reached out to Hispanic students and students interested in Latin American culture in order to heighten awareness of this growing ethnicity on campus. Former grad student Chris Diaz created Club Latino in 1995 with the hope of uniting Latino students on campus. Since its founding, the organization evolved from a small group of friends into an organization that strived to unite all students on campus. The activities that the members participated in included Migrant Education, Salsarengue, Celebracion Latina, Organizational Roundtable, and more. The members of the club continually worked hard to get their name out in order to provide more community-wide awareness of Latino populations both on campus and in the Harrisonburg area. As LSA was the only organization on campus open to everyone interested in Latin American cultures, it attracted many types of people with varying levels of proficiency in Spanish. This in turn led to the club being contacted by outside organizations to volunteer in the Hispanic community. LSA planned many events that increased awareness and education about the Hispanic community ' among students and the general public. Shadow-for-a-Day brought area high school students to the university to shadow club members and gain insight into college life. The club also sponsored Salsarengue, a Latino-style dance party. Members taught the merengue, salsa, and bachata informally for the first hour and students from other universities and the community were encouraged to attend. LSA remained steadfast in dieir community service commitments throughout the year, helping others learn more about Latino culture. ■ by garret hiller Front Row: Claudia Orellana, Jessica Puentes, Jose Marti, Ximena Sandoval, Wilvia Espinoza; Middle Row: Daniel Fernandez, Paty Ramirez, John Gullicksonjuan Fransisco Hernandez, Naomi Estella, Ana Bravo-Morales; Back Row: Marie Rosado, Erick Rodriguez, Claudia Pirela.Juan Kuilan. Saul Cruz. 342 Overtones r J %, Singing solo, Matt Wackley performs one of many crowd pleasing songs, the Overtones released their third CD in May 2002. ■ Members of the Overtones Sara Tomko and Kerry Johnson shine during their solos at the Alternative Spring Break event. The group sang many popular songs, including their version of Sweet Home Alabama during the all night event. ■ Photos by Liz O ' neill 1 w L 1 ■ ,0 nlft J H - • 1 fi Hi — - The university ' s first co-ed a cappella group, the Overtones performed throughout the year, delighting many diverse audiences with their blended voices and unique choice of songs. I really thought their sound was mature so I was excited about joining them, said sophomore Sara Tomko. I felt like I could go the farthest with them and learn so much. The Overtones performed many crowd-pleasers such as Jagged Edge ' s Where the Parry- At, U2 ' s Sweetest Thing and Lynyrd Skynyrd ' s Sweet Home Alabama. Their third CD was released the first week of May, an accomplishment of which they were very proud. The group also performed for many fundraisers on campus. They helped raise money for Camp Heartland, Eating Disorder Awareness and Breast Cancer Awareness by singing at benefit concerts. They also performed off campus, sharing their talents with the Harrisonburg community. They sang at elementary schools, retirement homes and business functions. With a group of 17 members, the Overtones were very close- knit. We are a great big family, said junior Hilary Davies. We had a retreat at my house in Baltimore, all of us went and we got to really bond with each other. Alumni stayed in touch and got together over the Thanksgiving holidays. The Overtones also kept up certain traditions through out the year. They always screamed out a cheer before performing at a concert. The girls also got for concerts ready together, applying their trademark glitter. While it was the love of music that brought this group together, it was their positive attitudes and fun spirits that made the Overtones a group of friends. I joined my second week of freshman year, these people have made my college experience, said Davies. ■ bytoniduncan Front Row: Matt Liberati, Jabarie Brown, Russell Silber, Sara Tomko, Ashley Moore, Matt Wackley, Kerry Johnson, Tim McCleeney; Back Row: Hilary Davies, Erin Chicosky, Andrew Hart, John Curtis, Lisa Rezner, Sharon Ryder, Justin Senense. overtones 343 Panhellenic Council The Panhellenic Council was the governing body of the eight sororities at the university. Its purpose was to promote fraternity relations, to further scholarship, and maintain high social and moral standards. Panhellenic had its own creed, constitution, and by-laws that determined how their organization operated, as well as how all the sororities should operate. The organization had 10 elected executive members, one from each sorority, and a president and president-elect. In addition to their governing duties among the Greek associations, Panhellenic also participated in community service. The council sponsored two blood drives even ' year. Members also helped to create New Member Education Day in the tall of 2002 in which even ' member of a sororirv or fraternitv participated in several educational seminars about campus and community laws, eating disorders, and leadership. Panhellenic supported all sorority philanthropy events and strove to make positive changes both in sorority life and that of the surrounding community. ■ by garret hiller Thr ee members of Panhellinic Council pose for a quick picture before an event promoting fraternity relations. ■ The members of Panhellenic areall smiles as they pose for a picture composed of ten elected executive members.one from each sorority. Panhellenic Council was the governing body over the eight sororities on campus. ■ Photos courtesy of Panhellenic Council Front Row: Litzie Hassell, Shannon McClure, Amie Jo Close, Sarah Gundlach, Abbe Schubert, Charity Miller, Carrie Smithwick, Back Row: Laura Clark, Ashlee Thomson, Julie Thacker. 344 organizations Psychology Peer Advisors Created in 1991, the pur- pose of the Psychology Peer Advisors was to train the stu- dents to become knowledge- able in all areas of academic policies as well as department procedures. Through the relationship with the Harrisonburg Rotary Club, the Rotaract Club provided information on internship op- portunities and job searches. The club was founded in 1995 and was open to all majors. Founded in 1985, Sigma Tau Delta recognized out- standing studnets of the En- glish language literature. The group sponsored various visit- ing scholars, authors and lec- ture series. Front Row: Erin Wilkinson, Nikki Boscarino, Katie East, Dana Edwards, Jenny Hunnius, Amanda Sawetz-Glasener, Kristin Sofield, Katie Saunders, Mary Huntsberry.KathrynDengler.TimPitkewicz; Back Row: Katie Welbornjayme Saxon, Amy Opilla, Beth Mold, Allison Eggleston, Anne Hardey, Bill Evans, Glenn Spitler, Lindsay Brannan, Ashleigh Adams, Courtney Heising, Deanna Rella. Rotaract Club Amy Wagner, Alysha Akbar.Katrina Purcell, Diana Brookes, Jen Desborough, Jessica Fafara. Sigma Tau Delta Carrie Weaver, Sarah McMichael, Ruth Harin, Travis Rountree, Jeff Covington panhellenic council 345 Club Softb all I The main purpose of Club Softball was to provide a fun and competitive environment for women to play fast pitch softball. Through out the year, the club also worked with the Boys and Girls Club with vari- ous activities. Front Row: Beth Woodworth, Jeremy Bullock (3rd Base Coach), Jason Aughey (Head Coach), Ryan Sorrell (1 st Base Coach), Katie Grim, Jessica Plank, Sarah Kelbaugh, Anne Valeant, Lauren Schuman.DeniseWampler, Leigh Ann White, Danielle DeSilvis, Katie Moran, Lauren Esposito, Ashley Moyer, Jessica Hogg, Anna Bauengastner, Jennifer Rudy. Sports Club Council Executive Committee The organization was re- sponsible for running the Sport Club Program. The Sports Club Council Executive Committee made sure all pa- perwork was completed cor- rectly, ensured that each sport club has a functioning budget, and also helped each of the 34 sport clubs run their teams. Jeff Burke, Lauren Hospital, Jess Wennersten.Timothy Brooks . Student Athletic Trainers The Student Athletic Trainers strove to learn about and participate in athletic training activities on camptis. They traveled to numerous conventions to spread the word about their program. Front Row: Holly Hewitt, Becca Richardson, Michelle Alexander, Katie Gannett, Maura McGovern, Katie Peacock; Back Row: Jason Hollar, Sharon Creamer, Christine Berg, Akiko Ogawa, Daria Oiler, Jon Vaughan, Jason Hand. organizations Phi Sigma Pi Seniors Matt Brownlee and James Chumley help raise money for the American Cancer Society at Relay for Life. ■ Seniors Johanna Smith, Kit Wargo, Melissa Wilkerson, April Vaughaan, and junior Emily Ritchwine sing at an MS fundraiser. ■ Photos courtesy of Johanna Smith Nationally founded in 1916, Phi Sigma Pi was establi shed in 1996 on campus. With requirements of at least a 3.0 GPA and dedication to service, Phi Sigma Pi attracted many bright, spirited and devoted members. Since Phi Sigma Pi was one ot the largest honor fraternities on campus, they were able to sponsor and assist with many service projects. Members of Phi Sigma Pi worked to excel in the areas of scholarship, leadership and fellowship. This group encompasses so many different aspects of school, said senior Sarah Grady. Their dedication to community service was shown throughout the year. They held a 5k run in the fall that raised more than $2000 for Multiple Sclerosis. With over 200 participants, the event was very successful. The brothers also continued their sleep out on the Commons event, that helped to raise money for and awareness of Multiple Sclerosis. They also sponsored blood drives, tutored at a local elementary school and participated in the Adopt-A-Highway program as well as Relay for 1 ,ife. Even though they were very busy, they found time to work on a new project during the year, a scholarship foundation in remembrance of Meghan Stidham, a former Phi Sigma Pi member. While service was their primary focus, they did take time off to have fun. They held formals and socials at Melrose. During the winter months they went snow tubing at Massanutten, while during the warmer months some members went sky diving and camping. A trip to Mardi Gras was also enjoyed. I love being in Phi Sigma Pi, said Grady. Everyone is so diverse. I was able to learn so much about leadership and the Harrisonburg community all because everyone had something different to offer. ■ by garret hitler Front Row: Bruno Dieseldorff, Megan Inouye, Jennifer Lansing, Jennifer Adu, Denise Wampler, Jessica James. Lindsay Crouch. Allison Crawford, Whitney Atkins, Chris South; Second Row: Michelle LaCariaJenDascher. John Ellison, Emily Richwine.StarzaKolman.GergoryMathurin, Bridget Dougherry.Third Row: Melissa Wilkerson, Katie Beiderman.Cristin Grady, Peter Salmon, Meredith Geary. Rachel Dunn, Cherie Brown, liana Roth, Melissa Ronen, Kimmie Dacey, Jeana Upschulte, Kate Gross, Megan Capasso, Erin Lee; Fourth Row: Xavier Showgun, Renita Johnson, Sarah Grady, Beth Bardeau, Krishna Austin, Beckie Boldyc, Johanna Smith, Jessica Tinsley, Kitrina Wargo, Lisa Thomasson, Amy Faulconer, Dan Kollros, Jen Greenleaf, Ester Gertin; Back Row: Kisoo Sung, Sara Jenkins, Ashley Harding, Rebekah Bell, Kyle Barss, Michael Hollandsworth, Jason Sapp, Matt Brownlee. Jeff Palazzolo, Jason Aulffo, Chris Haynes.Jared Schwartz, Nathan Charles, Allison Cleland, Cathy Rodgers.Will Camnitz. phi sigma pi 347 Sigma Kappa Uniting its members through sincere friendships, Sigma Kappa promoted strong character by being active in both community and social projects. The Delta Rho chapter or Sigma Kappa was rounded in 1959 and strove to follow the national tradition of one heart, one way. ith 147 members, Sigma Kappa remained very active in community service. They mainly supported three organizations: Gerontology, Alzheimer ' s Association and the Maine Sea Coast Mission. Their aid to Gerontology consisted of volunteering at the Bridgewater Nursing Home as well as participating in the Adopt-A-Grandparent program. In addition to helping their philanthropies. Sigma Kappa also assisted in other community events. I love Sigma Chi ' s Derby Days, said senior Rvan Chrisman. We all reallv got into it, we participated in the dances, penny wars, the games and all the money went to the Boys and Girls Club. Sigma Kappa also focused on scholarship. Each sister was encouraged to excel academicallv. At the end of the semester sisters held the traditional Chicken, Steak and Bean scholarship program to recognize sisters who earned high grade point averages for the semester. Being a social sorority, these girls had fun and built long-lasting friendships. We are a reallv diverse group of people, said Chrisman. Everyone contributes to different areas. These people are my best friends and have made some of mv greatest memories. I ' m going to be proud to look back and say I was a Sigma Kappa. ■ bytoniduncan FrontRow:CSkur da.A_Parsons.CWilson.J.Peny.K.Stitt.V.Caveney,V-Kreshou«.J.N3talie.J.Fiore.M.Phipps.CScooel.K.Binns, C Price. M. Marino: Second Row: S Higgins.CSmith wick. A. Goss.L Brooks, BTraynham.R. Chrisman. T.O ' Bhen. A. Sawetz-Glasener L Kasper, J. Harris. A. Buckwalter. C Rannells. A. Newell. E. Fairdolh. E- Lundell. J. Blume. J. Boyd. N. Kaminowitz. Third Row: M Wolfrey. LWorthmgton.T. Nemeth. K. Keller, R. Zevallos. S. Silvester. J. Monahan. P. Gallagher. M. Christian. C Vu-Do. K. Kosloff. K. Kammier, J. Macey. A. Rens, A. Schmitt. A. lnnes.DDimarco.CHomowski.K.Toomey: Fourth Row: L Portugal. S.Ctaus.W Allen, L Jenkins, ICGrochmal. J. Goodall, A. Moniodis.M. Ferguson. I. Sey, A Delnego.CKnoop.B.Snowden.C Morris. LDantzler, A. Bahr.D. Hangen. K. Ba rnes. LCordell. J. Holman, Fifth Row: J. Long, N. Davidman. A. Laufer. M. Salisbury. A Pedon, A. Grenados. L Oelreigo. M. Litz. T. Cobban. A Johnson. A Mills. J. Ruel-Bergeron. B. Nardi. E. Hass. K. Captain. J. Dibella. P Huber. S. Graves. C Duncan. A Citrenbaum.C Belmosto. J, Costello, L Sanzari. S Dadjou K. Murphy, K. Leftwich; Sixth Row: D Leftwich. S, Elcesser, A Ground. E Costello. E Burgdorf, A Bush, M Jones. K. Burgess, T Coronado. K. Noll. KGnmes. M. Sloan, D.Mayer-Ashoff.C Platz. D. McGmley. E Wilson. C Reustte. S. Morns. S. Schreibman, A Kamps Kramer. A Vachnavetski, J. Vaughn. Back Row: D. Rocco. B. Amedeo. M GcienteK.Carter.MWesLBShapalis.CAnderson.M( jwr .CJacl ' Aon.S. Austin. AMcDonakl K. Morrone. N. Herttua. I. Baumann.C. Fritz. K. Humey, C Rahl, B-Henlich.C Petri ne. L Miller Pulling the tope with all their might, sisters of Sigma Kappa attempt to win the tug-o-war contest during Greek Week. The week was a great bonding experience for the the girls and they placed second overall. ■ The ladies of Sigma Kappa pose for a quick picture at the Memory Walk.The annual activity tookplace at Purcell Park and raised money for the Alzheimer ' s Association. ■ Photos courtesy of Sigma Kappa 348 organizations Madison Motorsports lar enthusiasts bonded through Madison Motorsports. a new organization this year. I joined because I wanted to find people who were as into cars as I was, said Vice President sophomore Hunter Brown. Members participated in auto crossing, flagged for races, spectated races as well as hosted a car show. Auto crossing was one of the more popular events. A parking lot was rented and closed off so that an intricate course or cones could be set up. Participants would then drive through the course trying to keep a fast pace while working on their accuracy. The course was timed, and die person with the lowest time was the winner. The cars reached speeds up to about 70 mph. With a membership ot about 100 people, Madison Motorsports did a lot of traveling as a group. They went to Summit Point, West Virginia, Virginia International Raceway in Danville, and Richmond International Raceway in Richmond, Virginia to spectate and flag at races. One of their biggest on-campus events was their annual car show. Held in the Spring, there were more than 40 cars of all genres. This event allowed students to learn more about cars and helped to build interest in the club. The club also held tech days where members shared tools and taught each other about various car maintenance issues. Meeting ever) ' two weeks, members enjoyed dinners together and hanging out in their spare time. These guys are lots of fun. ' said Brown. We have similar interests so we get along really well. With popularity growing throughout the year, Madison Motorsports was able to participate in many events and educate members on all the fine points of racing cars. ■ bytoniduncan 349 . Madison Society Members of Madison Society accomplished many of their goals this year and grew closer as a group. Based on their principle, spirit through tradition, tradition through spirit, members promoted school spirit during athletic events as well as Madison Week. This year marked their fifth anniversary. Members were seen enthusiastically cheering on the Dukes at athletic events. They also made the purple and gold balloon archways at both the football and basketball games. Two to three hours before a game they took hundreds of balloons, a helium tank and fishing wire and got to work creating their masterpieces. It ' s a lot of work, but people really seem to like it and they turn out great, said Conley. Their assistance during Madison Day and Madison Week was very beneficial to the school. Madison Society acted as the student voice on committees, informing the panels what students wanted to participate in. In the spring, Madison Society worked hard to create Project Paws. Their vision was to have painted Duke Dog paw prints around campus — each one sponsored by separate clubs. Many schools show their spirit in this way and I think it would add something to the campus, said Conley. By promoting the traditions and history of the school, Madison Society helped to create a more spirited campus and encourage students to be proud of their university. ■ by toni duncan Front Row: Elizabeth Martin. Erin Conley; Middle Row: Sarah Yates. Kellye Parker, Ashley Brady, Jonathan Glass; Back Row:Travis Garlock, Leighann Whitley. Members of Madison Society work at their JMU Trivia contest table on the Commons during Homecoming week. Madison Society helped promote the university ' s spirit and traditions during the year. ■ Photo courtesy of Erin Conley 350 organizations Sigma Nu Protecting his big brothers of Sigma Nu, freshman Matt Arrendall poses as the fraternity ' s bouncer. Many strong friendships were made by all the brothers through service projects and events ■ Photo courtesy of Ross Airington The brothers of Sigma Nu take great pride in there unity and fellowship. The fraternity continued to volunteer at a local elementary school and played intermural sports during the year. ■ Photo courtesy of Ross Airington Established in 1869, Sigma Nu celebrated their 30th anniversary on campus last fall. With a strong brotherhood promoting their ideals of Love, Truth and Honor, Sigma Nu gave back to their community and enjoyed their year. Describing his brothers as friendly, smart and respectful, senior Stephen Mathieu explained that he had grown from being in Sigma Nu through the services and friendships. Sigma Nu took great effort in helping those in need throughout the community. Sigma Nu raised money for Make-A-Wish in their annual Hoops for Kids program. They worked with Delta Delta Delta to make their basketball marathon a success, raising over $2000 in all. The brothers also volunteered at a local elementary school where they created an art workshop with many different stations. Classes would take turns going to the workshop where the children could do spin art, Egyptian art and other various projects. Although community service was very important to them, Sigma Nu also dedicated their time to promote stronger friendships by participating in many social events. They created a team and played in the intramural sports like football, soccer, basketball and volleyball. They also took trips up to Massanutten to go tubing and hosted barbecues. Leadership and scholarship were also encouraged. Brothers supported one another in their endeavors. I have found that Sigma Nu gave me an opportunity to become a leader, said junior Andy Pak. I have seen our fraternity move into the right direction with our community service and just with each other. With members continuing to push themselves to be better men, Sigma Nu upheld their ideals and impacted the community in a positive wav. ■ by toni duncan Front Row: Steve Martin, Aaron Rinaca, Eric Thompson, Andy Pak, Josh Coder, Thomas Girardi, Shane Symerlon, Jonathan Owens, Mai Higgins, Robert Bernard; Middle Row: Alex Due, Matthew Bishop, Brandon Batly, Luke Watson, Brian Moyer.Shamel Rodriguez, Roswell Airington, Mark Klinker, Alfred Wanderlingh, Bryan Lynch; Back Row: Andrew Ferrara, Greg Zahn, Evan Livick, Bill Brennan, Nato Elliott, Billy Scott, Chris Conquest, Russell Hammond, Chris Rohr.Tim Carroll, Elliot Perkins. sigma nu 351 Sigma Sigma Sigma Sigma Sigma Sigma was founded at Longwood College in 1 898. There were eight original founders and the open motto of the sorority was Faithful Until Death. Sigma Sigma Sigma strove to promote community service through their philanthropy, Sigma Serves Children. The sorority promoted strong womanly character and sistethood with everything they engaged in. Tri Sigma President, senior Jessi Fulton spoke with praise about the women of her sorority and the bonds they created with each other. Our organization consists of 160 very diverse, talented and enthusiastic women of the JMU community, Fulton said. Although we have all joined Tti Sigma for different reasons, it is a safe bet that after being initiated, almost even ' woman will say that the most impottant aspect of this sorority is the friendships she has made within the Tri-Sigma sisterhood. Fulton also recounted the admirable charity efforts of Tri Sigma. We take great pride in our annual Cake Walk to raise awareness for eating disorders and our Kickball Tournament, which is open to the entire student bod} ' , for our National Philanthropy - Robbie Page Foundation for children ' s play therapy, Fulton said. Involving our sorority in the philanthropic events of other chapters on this campus is another great way for our sisterhood to grow stronger, as well. Greek Week and Greek Sing are a passion - not just a hobby - for Tri-Sigma. ■ by garret hitler Posing with their elderly companion are Jen Masi and Amanda Dean. Along with Sigma Chi, Tri-Sig participated in wheel chair square dancing at a local retirement home. ■ Tri- Sig members Ellen Hyman, Amanda Dean, Jess Miller, Kara Kernus and Katie Gannett show off their smiles at Greek Sing 2002. The girls competed with their theme of sigma Safari. ■ Photos courtesy ofTri-Sig A,nAr L r «f ? f !pMt ft ' ? I . J l Front Row: Kara Kernus, Erin Ward, Libby Luck, Kendall Rice, Jessi Fulton, Lindsey Read, Adrienne Lawrence, Jennifer Masi, Second Row: Boupha Soulatha, Janice Rafferty, Andreya Czuwak, Caitlin Gi bson, Amanda Dean, Angie Hawley, Stephanie Panichello.Amy Underwood, Jessica Happick, Katie Sendak; Third Row: Stephanie Labuz, Michelle Sealock, Jenn Rosinski, Katie Mooney.MandyWilliams.Courtney Walsh, Hillary Zelnick, Katie Raponi, Leigh Giblin, Elizabeth Anderson, Leslie Vicale, Jami Flyzik, Lindsey Hayes; Fourth Row: Linsey Wunderlich, Melissa Twardzik, Shelby Foster, Amy Simpson, Jackie Kershis, Brynn Cramer, Amy Passero, Courtney Frick, Alexis Hendrix, Elaine Sullivan, Lauren Connor, Serena Maietta, Jennifer Walker, Erica Schomo; Back Row: Roxanne Bayan, Ashley Dorey, Erika Blinstrub, Hali e Glick, Ashley Polo, Brook Berger, Molly O ' Brien, Jennifer Barren, Lindsay Burgess, Katie Oates, Megan Erhardt, Allie Crouch. Chrissy Hernandez, Sarah Barrett, Lindsay Rosser, Lindsay Cranwell, Erin Kelly, Natalie Dubanowitz. 352 r Mt£ J I B W Slj Plf r ■W- v kr5 WF ™J J iV f r L ' r ' ' F m fV u m Hi Mr - 1 m. ' A ■■jjBjjfljjVjVjM lKLEl ? mmI organizations Note-oriety Note-oriety, the university ' s premier all-female a cappella group, completed another successful year of mesmerizing audiences with their vocal prowess and engaging harmonies. Their concerts were not merely work for them, but opportunities that displayed the level of love and pride that went into their craft. Note-oriety was established in 1 998 and has covered songs by such artists as Whitney Houston and Tori Amos. Every year the group sought to develop an entirely new repertoire. Note-orietys most recent CD was tecorded in December of 2001, with the group typically recording one album every two years. Because the group enjoyed performing so much, they put on dozens of concerts in the span of a year. Among these concerts were their annual ZTA Breast Cancer Awareness Concert, and the Camp Heartland Halloween Benefit Concert. The group also gave a Christmas show and an End of the Year performance. Junior Pamela Hoover, Business Manager of the all-female a cappella group said, Note- oriety has given me, and dozens of other girls, the opportunity to share in music, performance, and friendship. From the time I auditioned, to now, the second semester of my junior year, I have felt a unique connection to these girls that is unlike any other group experience I ' ve had. We are a diverse group of girls that share the same values and goals, which motivates us greatly during our rehearsals and concerts to work our hardest and to show the community ' what we ' ve got! ■ by garret hiller Front Row: Jillian Kelleher, Deena Khalil, Colleen Burke, Nicole Morris, Rhea Hesse, Melinda Nester, Ashley Butala, Laurel Pipkin; Back Row: Erin Wilkinson, Katie Coleman, Heather Glynn, Jessica Price, Elizabeth Bour, Sarah Petersen, Shelly Milam, Pam Hoover. The girls from Note- oiety chow down on delicious food at a social event. Occasions like this one allowed the members to bond and enhanced their musical performances. ■ Photo courtesy of Pam Hoover sigma sigma sigma 353 Student Ambassadors The Student Ambassadors made a significant and positive impact on campus. Giving about 2,500 tours to 30,000 people, the Student Ambassadors were a very well known presence at the university. The responsibility of giving tours was a large one since 32% of college freshmen said that the tour given at a college made a big impact on where they chose to attend. Student Ambassadors held their annual Operation Santa Claus (OSC) to collect money and toys for Harrisonburg children during the holiday season. This popular event included a screening of the animated The Grinch Who Stole Christmas, door prizes and performances by a cappella groups. OSC raised more than $1500 and collected more than 300 toys. Ambassadors ' genuine love for their school helped bring the members closer together. In an organization with 100 to 150 members, they made families with bigs and littles so new members felt welcomed. They also held Halloween and St. Patricks Day parties along with semi-formals each semester. An overnight retreat also helped to bring the ambassadors closer together. These people are my best friends, said senior Stephen Clark. We hang out together a lot outside of designated ambassador events. Student Ambassadors partook in homecoming festivities, had tailgate parties before football games and enthusiastically cheered on the dukes at sporting events. The Student Ambassadors represented their school proudly and positively through service projects, positive attitudes and spirit, mbytoniduncan , 4 IU£iIk2L£tir Front Row: Gina Anzuini, Sarah Wylly, Erin Elisabeth Jones, Chrissy Deery, Laura Tarrant, Melissa Tait, Laura Coehran, Meghann Fee; Second Row: Krystal Garrett, Britt Schaal, Stephanie Wallis, Jessica Norris, Meghan Baillargeon, Melissa Dzbynski, Jennifer Nelson, Donalda Harding, Katie Taylor; Back Row: Brian King, Hectorious Salazar, Frank Smith, Will Tragert, Will Camnitz, Mike Nav, Tom McCaffrey, Jared Schwartz, Dave Ursofine, Howie Krasilovsky; Not Pictured: Lauren Alfonso, Maureen McLoughlin, Nedda Mansy. Pretending they are part of the team, Meg Fee and Betsy Wachendorf si t on the bench. The Student Ambassadors traveled to museum as part of a team builder. ■ Hanging out is one of the favorite pastimes shared by members of Students Ambassadors. ■ Photos courtesy of Student Ambassadors 354 organizations Tau Sigma The purposeTau Sigma was to promote successful tran- sition into student life at James Madison University and con- tinual dedication to scholar- ships. Front Row:JillMisurda,KristenWhitley,Sunny8oyce;Back Row: Ryan Fagan, Darcy Swain, Lauren Zaccagnino. Triathlon The Triathion Club pro- motes athletic involvement in swimming, biking and run- ning areas. The club impacts the local community by join- ing with local citizens for both workouts and races. 1 ' . ' ■— — - BKbop L r «r r 0k ' ■ tkiZk L? ■ ■ «■ ' ' ♦ r -- -• -•jsai an v imI Q TBI , •) MW4 Front Row: Erin North, Rebecca Moore, Jeff Mundt, Sara Hawkins, Kirk Hetherington, Jeff Burke: President, Jo Fitzpatrick, Bryan Hickman, Emily Cuenin, Joanna Mitchell, Hal Wilkins.ThomasTyler, Jakob Barnett, Sheila Ernst, Alan Kravetz.ChrisBabb, Andy Blatecky, Joshua Grainer, Ryan Stava, Amanda Lee, Cheyanne Vickup. Virginia Biotechnology Association The purpose of the Vir- ginia Biotechnology Associa- tion is to promote the field of biotechnology within the Uni- versity and the community through a series of seminars, speakers, and various activities. Front Row: Megan Barber, Clare Stewart: President; Back Row: Jessie Lish, Nate Auchior, Ronald Riaab. student ambassadors 355 Commited to the five values of friendship, knowledge, service, morality and excellence, the brothers of Phi Gamma Delta worked hard to uphold their valued traditions that dated back to the national founding in 1848. Colonized on campus in 1993 and chartered in 1994, the Mu Chi chapter of Phi Gamma Delta, also known as FIJI, created a strong brotherhood and has continually made a significant impact on campus. Service was a high priority among the brothers, shown through their dedication to helping the community. Members participated in Shots for Tots, which raised money to help combat multiple sclerosis in children. Phi Gamma Delta also assisted the Harrisonburg community, volunteering at die Salvation Army and Mercy House. They took time out of their day to visit residents at Sunnyside Retirement Home as well. Being a social fraternity, FIJI planned many fun events throughout the year. They hosted and participated in many mixers and parties. The brothers also put together an intermural football team, strengthening their bonds through sports. With prominent Phi Gamma Delta graduates like Johnny Carson and Phil Knight, president of Nike, it was no surprise that these brothers worked hard and excelled in their endeavors. However, most members would agree that it was the friendships and their room to grow which made being in FIJI worthwhile. The work we put into upholding our values makes us better men, said senior Historian Bobby Dozier. What more can you ask from a fraternity like that? ■ bytoniduncan Front Row: Greg Kruger, Melissa Wyman (Sweetheart), Bobby Dozier, Brian Garrett, Arthur Trusler, Matt Fortner, Stuart Shroff, Josh Brick; Back Row: Anthony Selbe, Nick Fite, Brian Glass, Glenn Bukowski, Mike Sacks, Daniel Reynolds, Andrew Boyd, John Leonard, Kevin Brennan, Kevin Ask, Andrew Bunn, Morgan Dowell, Ben Dickey, Jason Hart, Brendan Quirk, David Lingebach. 356 Student Duke Club Duke Club members show off their painted bodies at the first football game of the year. The club was known for their immense support of the university ' s sports teams and never missed an event. ■ On Student Organization Night, Jeremy Bullock and President Mark Hoskins engage in pleasant conversation with prospective members. The club raised money at many sporting events and went to all the football team ' s away games. ■ Photos courtesy of Lindsay Crouch Boasting nearly 500 members, the Student Duke Club has come a long way since its founding in 2000. It began with only 17 members, their ranks growing substantially larger every year. SDC promoted school spirit as well as support for the athletic teams through their activities. Cheering at football and basketball games, this group made their presence known. They wore matching shirts and chanted the fight song, encouraging their team as loudly as they could. They also attended many or the women ' s and men ' s soccer games. SDC went beyond sideline cheers, they also helped to organize social events at the games. They gave out hot chocolate at field hockey games and had a big baseball cookout. SDC also enjoyed tailgate parties outside or football games and road trips to give the Dukes some long distance support. Anyone and everyone was welcome to join the club. Each member paid $25 in dues that went to the club ' s Endowment Membership Fund to provide scholarships for student athletes. They also participated in fundraisers such as distributing programs before home football games. While meetings were not mandatory, SDC met as a group bimonthly. At most meetings a guest speaker, normally a coach of one of the sports, spoke to the members. While this group was large, they tried to get together to participate in other events to build strong friendships. They were involved in UREC ' s various intramural sports and also had two teams walk in Relay for Life. Members found that this club was a worthwhile experience. I joined when I was a sophomore, said President senior Mark Hoskins. I saw all the members and they looked like they were having fun. I wanted to get involved and I loved athletics, this club was perfect tor me. ■ bytoniduncan Front Row: Sara Cichocki, Brycie Smith, Kelly McCormack, Ellie Loveman, Kate Parker. Shannon Doherty, Rebecca Richardson, Marcus Carter, Aaron Bowman, Matt Sutor, Jon Kagarise, Doug Ley. Jimmy Kelly:Second Row: Katie Freind, Meredith Funsten, Lauren Myers, Christopher Nahuk, Ashley Sumner. Lindsay Crouch, Mark Hoskins, Blair Goodman. Ryan Sorrell, Jeremy Bullock, Laura Cilmi, Mindy White, Third Row: Eva McCord. Erin Conley. Kellye Parker. Ashley Brady, Jason Planakis. Martin Pounds. Zac Price, Tom Cialino, Steven Gaberdiel, Chris Conaway, Lauren Gardner, Patrick Hare, Amanda Lee, Wendy Friedman, Kim Broas, Leslie Sensabaugh, Kristin Howard. Andrea Tippett, Robyn Smith, Amanda Stokes, Kimberly Ouerbeck, Kristen Madairy; Back Row: Colette Kemler, Adam Suritz. Leanne Chambers, Cherie Brown, Heather Horan, Melissa Ronen.Candace Fletcher. Lisa Clemente, Kathleen Lemker. Lizabeth Workman, ChrisComerford student duke club 357 Student Government Association The members of Student Government Association had another intense year grappling with important issues facing the university ' s community of students, faculty, and surrounding Harrisonburg residents. Among some of the most significant matters were the debate over providing front-end budgeting to student organizations like Black Student Alliance and National Association for the Advancement of Colored People, the voter registration drives and rallies for the bond referendum, and the mid-year increase in tuition. The SGA was the voice of the student body, representing the student perspective and working together to bring about positi ve changes for the school. The SGA was composed of five branches: The Executive Council, The Student Senate (including the Senate Standing Committees), Class Council, University Commissions and Committees, and a new leadership program: Students Educating And Leading Students (SEALS). All five branches were composed of elected and student-appointed members and operated entirely under student leadership. The SGA Constitution, created in 1976, was the framework by which the organization operated. The four executive council officers were elected in the spring of 2002 to serve a one-year term for the following school year. Junior Andrea Fischetti served as the Vice President of Administrative Affairs, the position directly underneath the president. In this position I am responsible for appointing roughly 30 students to various commissions and committees within the university, Fischetti said. I also coordinate student organization field requests, special events, etc. Informally, I serve as a direct link to bringing student concerns directly to the administration and communicating these effectively and honestly. Like all of the elected members of the SGA, Fischetti understood what an important role she was serving and worked diligently to represent her constituents. I try my best to take this job seriously and treat it professionally; it is not unusual for those in my classes to see me dressed-up at least 3 or 4 days a week because many of the meetings I attend fall during the school day, between my classes, with administrators, faculty, and other students, she said. I think Student Government provides a great outlet for students interested in the decision-making process of the university. ■ by garret hitter Front Row: T. Culligan, K. Thorn, M. Sette, M. Gray, A. Fischetti, J, Lumsden, L Stoney, L. Walther-Thomas, T. Brooks, J. Misner, M.Woodfield, E.Hoffman; Second Row: A House. T. Houser, K. Gray, L. Boote, M. Sick, B. Rudolph, K. Freind, S. Shue, N. Garcia, D. Rettinger, K. Landi, K. Ferguson, J. Brockwell, K. Petzold, I. Manilli, G. Maurone, A. Morris, C Maxwell, S. Fortier, A. Wilson, R. Anderson, L Formagus, A Laputka, A. Atienca; Third Row: S Reynolds, M Baitch, J. Moreien, K. Morse, P. Mooney, C. Britton, A. Wilkins, L Wilson, K. Pallnoh, D. Dunlap, M. Laughner, B. Mido, T. Weaver, D. Clements, K. Smith, L. Drummond, C. Perez; Fourth Row: K Throo, B. Hanifin, J. Lachman, J. Porter, A. Dudik, A. Wiley Holman, K. Winters, D, Perry, T.GIotfelty, J, Burke, S.Harshbarger,W.Hedgepeth,D. Wetzel, K.Schnebel, J, Montgomery, R.Pineres.M. Taylor, R, Armstrong, S. Schroff, Back Row: J Hill, W Spencer, B. Brown, B Austin, M, Benjamin, M. Davis, J. Specht, B. O ' Dwyer, C Winter, R, Thompson, C Crawford, R, Strother, D Crain, J, Taylor. M, Goodman, D, Bermi Graduate student Peter Swerdzewski explains Senate Bill 11 10 to Blue Ridge Senator Lauren Broussard and the rest of the SGA members. ■ SGA members went lobbying in January in regards to higher education issues on behalf of the university. ■ Photos courtesy of Jenny Brockwell 358 organizations Committee Chairs Front Row: Jenny Brockwell.KrissySchnebel.Connie Maxwell, Adrianne Laputka; Back Row: Mike Goodman, Kevin Winters, Jamie Specht, Stuart Shroff, Brian Nido. Executive Council Support Staff 4M k jV A m V Hi ■ill Pea fcii mi im Front Row: Jess Lumsden, Lyndsey Walther-Thomas.Tim Brooks, Megan Sette; Middle Row: Evan Hoffman, Mandy Woodfield, Jess Misner, Andrea Fischetti; Back Row: Kevin Thorn, Matt Gray, Levar Stoney: President, Tom Culligan. Class Councils Front Row: Sarah Shue, Jennifer Lachman, Nathalie Garcia. Adrianne Laputka, Liza Nixon, Stacey Henning, Desiree Clements, Kimberly Petzold, Brian Hanifin, Michael Davis, Brian Austin, Justin Solomon, Wesli Spencer. sga 359 Swim Club A strong love and dedication to the sport of swimming brought the co-ed Swim Club together and led them to a great season. Swimmers of all levels were welcomed to participate in practices and some chose to compete. They traveled and competed against schools such as University of Virginia, William Mary, Virginia Tech, University or Maryland and University of Pennsylvania. The Swim Club also hosted a meet each semester. I joined the club and decided to become president because I wanted to belong to an organization that involved something I love, with great people, that did amazing things for not only the school but also the community, said president junior Katie Mooney. Many members agreed that thev joined because they wanted to keep up their level of swimming and compete; however, they did not want to commit to the time that a varsity level sport demanded. The Swim Club met four davs a week, Monday through Thursdav, each practice led by a different officer. At each practice you get in to the lane based on your ability, said junior Jennifer Jackson. You learn a lot; it ' s just not as strenuous as a varsity swimming. Outside the pool, these athletes served the Harrisonburg community. They participated in the Multiple Sclerosis walk last fall. In the winter they supported a family through UREC ' s Warm-a- Winter- Wish program. During the spring, they created a team to partake in Relay for Life, a all-night walk to raise money for cancer research. We work hard, said Jackson, but we always have fun. We do lots of team dinners. These dinners allowed the athletes to bond and psych each other up tor upcoming competitions. The swim club is an amazing place to meet some of your best friends, all while being able to compete in the sport you love, said Mooney. ■ bytoniduncan Participating in 4 Square for Valley AIDS.seniors Jess Hanebury and Colleen Newman and sophomore Jen Makersky pass the ball. Swimmers participated in many activities outside of the pool. ■ After a home meet, the team celebrates together. Swim Club hosted a home swim meet in spring semester. uphotos courtesy of jess hanebury. Front Row: George Rector, Matt Tremonte, Middle Row: Lee Brittan, Lauren Stilwell, Katie Mooney, David French, Jess Hanebury, Kristen Ficca, Jason de la Bruyere; Back Row: Jenny Piantedosi, Megan Putt, Signe McLaughlin, Jennifer Jackson, Andrea Tippett.Toni Vogel, Erin Sochaski. 360 organizations Sigma Alpha Iota Mgma Alpha Iota was an international women ' s music fraternity involved in furthering music in the communitv. promoting arts, and encouraging others in their musical endeavors. The local college chapter or SAI was the 1 2 1 st chartered, and was formed December 7, 1958. In fall 2002, this chapter initiated its largest class in recent memory with the induction of 1 9 young women. Standing 42 members strong, the sisters performed in such activities as singing the national anthem at football games, and helping with the School of Music auditions. The sisters of SAI also participated in a number of other sen ice projects and fundraisers. These included dinners tor facultv and visiting guests, various food, clothing, and book drives, volunteering at local animal shelters, ushering concerts, and performing throughout the community. ■ by garret hiller Front Row: Melissa Heath, Lisa Hagen, Erin Driscoll, Molly Breffitt, Amanda Bowser. Kristen Hammerston, Kate Preston; Middle Row: Jeanne Ciarlo.Kathy Hallock. Sarah Frank. Adrienne Issi, Kim Witt, Laura Chick, Ashley Trumpler; Back Row: Colleen Burke.CassieTurekJenny Howard, Jessica Glendinning, Sarah Stahler, Jennifer Converse. Sigma Alpha lota members hang out together while posing for a picture. An international women ' s music fraternity, Sigma Alpha lota was involved in spreading their love of music to the surrounding community- Pfioro courtesy of Sigma Alpha lota swim club 361 Women ' s Club Volleyball fi p. ft A Aifi The Women s leyball provided players a chance to compete and travel to many other colleges and cites. The club also sponsored several car washes, went camp- ing, held a semiformal and vol- unteered with Special Olym- pics. Front Row: Gillian Ginter, Liz Moore, Lindsey Augustine, Tabitha Jones, Courtney Parmelee, Erin Nixon, Maureen Geis, Lindsay Rinker, Denise Machonis, Sarah Gigantino, Heather Hickcox, Brittney Potter, Melissa Burlovich, Aran Gallagher, Lauren Maestranzi; Back Row: Jessica Taylor, Jessica Zetelski, Caroline Boyd, Kathryn Wright, Karla Gessler, Katy Zibell, Brooke Ashcraft, Lindsay Streeper, Erin Frahm. Women ' s Club Water Polo The primary function of the Womens Water Polo team was to provide an opportunity for university students to par- ticipate in water polo and stay active while having fun. The team was also involved in vari- ous community service events. Front Row: Jennifer Desrosiers, Katie Clark, Jill Munas, Mollie Greer, Chelsea Skotchdopole; Back Row: Susie Welsh, Annalyn Hoopengardner, Esther Gertin, Nicole Nadal, Kerry Williams, Emmy Hewitt, Bonnie Jeanne Savon, Ashley Cavell, Lindsay Keifetz, Meghan McAteer, Lacey Rainwater, Lindsay Haus, Jen Tessino, Jen Morelli, Olivia Ting, Shaina Ambrose. Women of Color Women of Color sup- ported female students of color and provided programs to edu- cate the university about their concerns. The group hosted Women of Color Week in March and a Breast Cancer Awareness pragram in October. Front Row: Catrina Sims, Jennifer Johnson, Tracie Evans, Kristie Fleming, Ashla Hill, Charmaine Wingfield, Victoria Jessie, Jasmine Lewis; Back Row: Jaime Robinson, Stacey Carter, Merrick Morris, Natasha Burke, Brittany Williams, Lynsie Lewis, Kim Glenn. 362 organizations Tae Kwon Do Riya Metha, Jessica Puentes and Heather Ardnt take a break from their strenuous practice. Each practice, members strove to improve their technique and skill. ■ Tae Kwon Do participants Gregory Asmay, Joey Pernia and Jessica Puentes proudly display a certificate awarded to them at an event the organization attended. ■ photos courtesy of Jessica Puentes The members or Tae Kwon Do Club set out to stimulate interest in their organization among students, faculty, and staff members as an art, a sport, and a means of self-defense. The Tae Kwon Do Club was established in 1981. Back then the club used a little corner in Godwin Hall to conduct their meetings. Over 20 years later, Tae Kwon Do had become a burgeoning sports club with upwards of 75 members. Among the incentives offered to the students of Tae Kwon Do were uniformed club certificates and the opportunity for advancement in rank. Students progressed based on their attitude, knowledge of TKD history, perfection of foundation, mastery of authentic TKD forms, knowledge and application of techniques, and completion of attendance requirements. The club also took time during the school year to participate in community service events and fundraisers. These events included Warm- a-Winter-Wish which the club participated in every year through the Sports Club Council, and Relay for Life where the team raised over Si 000 for cancer research. TKD also joined together in various other community service programs to help the univ ersity such as ROTC and self-defense classes. Tae Kwon Do Club President, junior Christina Graven said, there are a lot of different levels in the club, based on experience, and it takes a lot [to get through them all]. The club has a lot of camaraderie - it ' s like one big family. ■ by garret hiller Front Row: Jessica Puentes. Christina Graven, Jenny Muth, Riya Mehta, Jonathan Price, Michael Foulger; Second Row: Diana Aldrich, Christina Zafiris, Kim Tashner.Tazzie Howard, Summer Shannon, James Doherty, Kyle Adams, Heather Arndt, Lisa Santra, Germaine Schneider, Caitlin Fitzpatrick, Kristen Donnelly, Megan Scott, Melissa Hugill, Katie Bruder, Bonnie Buchanan, Kimberly Ortiz, Brad Martelo, Greg Miller, Ron Bartolo, Tiffany Grant, Ryan Eades, Lindsay Wade, Greg Asma, Nick Gregwave.Masood Habib, John Landry. Jamie Mickelson, Suzanne Fluty, Becka Thacher, Jeff Muller, Bryan Driskell, Nick Cormier, Derek Litchfield, Dan Prockton, Tony Martinez, Nick Bernasconi, Patrick Marquardt, Eric Dircken, A. Raleigh Marshall, Ryan Merriam, Grant Putnam. Sean Schatte. Karen Heely, Mike Flippin. tae kwon do 363 The Breeze Students always looked forward to Monday and Thursday mornings, as that was when new editions of the university ' s twice-weekly newspaper, The Breeze, were distributed across campus. The publication celebrated its 80th year of existence and was as popular as ever among students with such enduring features like Darts and Pats and Campus Spotlight. Prominent news items this past year included coverage ot the bond referendum and the mid-year tuition increase. The campus newspaper boasted a staff of 18 editors, about 20 advertising members, three full-time staffers, and approximately 200 senior, staff, and contributing writers. New writers were encouraged to submit their work and suggest fresh, original ideas for stories. Writing workshops were regularly held and conducted by the various editors to hand out writing assignments and to offer tips on how to properly write for The Breeze. Editor-in-Chief, senior Jeanine Gajewski said one of her goals for the year was to hold, a big recruitment drive to get our name out there through fliers and open houses. It looks like it worked because now I get complaints about how there are too many writers. The Breeze staff worked many long hours in the stuffy basement of Anthony- Seeger but took pride in their efforts based on response by the student body. News Editor, junior Khalii Garriott said, A lot ot work and a lot of hours go into making the Breeze but it ' s worth it. The work comes together and students seem to enjoy it. ■ by garret hitler Senior copy editors Lucia Lodato and Lauren York review a page. Copy editors checked for grammar.spelling.and syle errors. ■ Junior Khalii Garriot designs the news section. The Breeze contained news, opinion, focus, style and sports sections. ■ Photo by Jess Hanebury Front Row: Lauren York, Lisa Marietta, Kristy Nicolich, Kyra Papafie, Brenna Walton, Alison Fargo, Lucia Lodato, Brandon Pagelow, Jennifer Valle, Jess Hanebury, Jeanine Gajewski, Travis Clingenpeel, Sarah Stanitz, Rachelle Lacroix, Richard NoTharp, Carly Medosch, Gail Chapolini, Lauren Kinelski, James Matarese, Khalii Garriott, Laura Dean, Dan Bowman, Drew Wilson. 364 organizations Sigma Iota Alpha As the university ' s first Latino sorority, die Alpha Epsilon chapter of Sigma Iota Alpha worked hard to spread diversity through their community services. Founded in the spring of 2000, die sisters strove to uphold their ideals of Solidarity, Inspiration and Friendship. Sigma Iota Alpha achieved their three goals: to increase awareness of Latino cultures, promote sisterhood and leadership and serve as models of excellence in academics and achievements by becoming role models throughout the university and Harrisonburg community. The ladies of Sigma Iota Alpha all took leadership roles. 1 gained so much leadership experience, said founder senior Naomi Estela. I learned how to get things accomplished and a lot about the community. The sisters were extremely dedicated to community service. In the fall, Sigma Iota Alpha held a baby supply drive outside K-Mart. With all the supplies diey acquired they threw a baby shower for Hand-In-Hand which supports pregnant teens. At the baby shower they had games, prizes and food. The} ' also hosted a Halloween party for the children in the Valley View mobile home community. Everyone got dressed up and they passed out candy to the children. They had games and face painting as well. Sigma Alpha Iota also co-sponsored Celebracion Latina with the Latino Student Alliance with all the proceeds going to charity. It was held in the Grand Ballroom and there was a band, dancing and lots of Latino food. This helped to raise awareness or the Latino culture as a whole and in the Harrisonburg community. To many of the members it was the friendships and the ability to learn more about the Latino culture that brought these women together. We felt the need to learn more about the Latino culture and we all wanted to make a difference in some way. I believe we are a family now, said Estela.B bytoniduncan Front Row: Kat Milloy, Vicki Winn, Megan Beazley, Lindsay Rose.Middle Row.Jessica Lumsden, Jeni Cox, Anne Valeantjanine Klein, Andrea Taliaferro.Maggie Dean, Becky Rice. Back Row: Leah Evert, Caitlin Danahy, Christine Baker, Sarah Zook. Cesey Quinn, Michelle Colligan. A • )H ■ |£ Mm nM Naomi Estela, Jessica Puentes, Lisa Marshall, Marie Rosado, Patricia Guzman and Wilvia Espinoza give back to their community. The organization performed service to the neighboring communities by collecting baby supplies for pregnant teen mothers. ■ photo courtesy ofJessico Puentes the breeze 365 Ski Club ■ The Ski Club was the university ' s premier organization for students devoted to the sport of skiing for recreation. Although having only completed its second year in existence, the club had already attracted much interest by the student body. The Ski Club earned official recognition by the Sports Club Council in Spring 2002. The club did not compete in races or hold practices, but was strictly recreational in nature. As the organization was still in the early phases of branching out, it had not done much in the way of community service. However, the club still participated with the University Recreation Center in Warm-A- Winter- Wish, gathering clothing and food for a family in need. The Ski Club was also planning to host more events similar to Warm-a- Winter- Wish in the coming years. Students enjoyed the opportunity to ski for pleasure while meeting new friends with similar interests. I decided to join because I love to ski, said Ski Club Executive Secretary, sophomore Whitney Taylor. I was walking around campus last year and when I walked up to the entrance of my dorm, I saw a flyer for Ski Club. It was going to be new because there was only a ski racing club and people wanted to create something for recreation only. The Ski Club looked forward to sharing the fun and excitement of this winter sport with many new members in the future.! by garret hiller Front Row: Ashley Brady, Heather Rabinowitz, Whitney Taylor; Back Row: Jason Ray, Jerad Hanlon, KateTraubert. The executive members of the Ski Club gather together for a picture. Jerad Hanlon, Ashley Brady, Rebecca Macvittie, Rachel Vitagliano, Patrick Have and Whitney Taylor worked hard to recruit new members throughout the year. ■ photo courtesy of Joson Ray 366 organizations Mark Johnson, Paul Rukenbrod and Mike Fry warm up before a tournament against The University of Virginia. ■ During the tournament at UVA, the guys put up a good defense. The team practiced eight hours a week in addition to other outside practices to improve their skills. ■ Photos courtesy of Men ' s Water Polo Men ' s Club Water Polo Being a part of the Mens Club Water Polo was more than just being on a college athletic team. The members of this cohesive group shared a very close bond as they lived, studied and parried together. Club President Mark Johnson said, Men ' s Club Water Polo is a tightly knit group. We are in the pool together eight hours a week and out of the pool together for several more hours. The club provided the opportunity for people of various experience levels with an interest in water polo to learn the sport, compete in tournaments with othet universities, and most importantly, have a lot of fun. Club Water Polo was founded in 1994 and was a co-ed team until 1998. When not playing in the pool, the club members participated in a number of sendee projects including working concessions at several college football and basketball games. The team was also proud of its involvement with the Warm-a- Winter- Wish sendee project during the Christmas season. Johnson said, Another big part of the team is fundraising. We are always serving refreshments, or cleaning the Convo or stadium to fund events like spring tournaments in Timpa, FL and Chapel Hill, NC. We take part in Warm-a- Winter- Wish in the winter, and help out with a local element.irv school program in the spring. Of the most recently concluded season, Johnson said the games have been disappointing, but successful. We finished with a 6-6 record in the Atlantic Conference, only losing one game by more than three goals. During the first tournament, we played eventual conference champion Georgetown into 3 overtimes. Describing our team ' s performance with one word... competitive, very competitive. ■ by garret hiller Front Row: MarkTunstall, Jamie Specht, Kevin Murphy, Mark Johnson: President, JaimieLundy, Erik Linnekin.Back Row: Rob Oeaderick.MichaelCunniff, Brian Johnson, Jason Sapp, Jim Velesz, Bart Loeser, Mikey Fry, Jon Noeth, Mike Engelson, Peter Day, Hunter Dunlo. men ' s water polo 367 WXJM WXJM was the student-operated radio station servicing the university and the Harrisonburg community. The station first hit the airwaves on October 1 , 1990 and continued to provide students with opportunities to practice their broadcasting skills. WXJM broadcasted 24 hours a day during the academic year at 390 watts of power to an audience of about 90,000 potential listeners. WXJM featured a wide variety of programming under an educational broadcasting license. Students produced and hosted programs covering a wide range of music styles including progressive, world and Americana. The station also featured talk specialty shows covering the latest news or popular topics of interest to listeners, offering fans the opportunity to call in and share their opinions. WXJM also worked during the school year to expose students to live music and new, promising music acts. On February 5, 2003, the station succeeded in bringing together singers James Mercer, Sam Beam, Sam Jayne, and Rosie Thomas to perform at Court Squate Theatet in downtown Harrisonburg. WXJM also put together its annual college radio music conference, MacRoCK 2003, on April 4th and 5th. The two-day long affair took place at various venues throughout Harrisonburg, bringing together many popular bands. ■ by garret hiiler Entertaining the ladies of yearbook, WXJM members begin interviews during their Wednesday night show. Each night was a different show with outstanding personalities that captured the local listeners ' attention.B Posing with Ludacris, Casey Jensen, Andy Lynch, Adrian Barojas, Alex Meghdessian, and Brendan Adams meet with the man himself before the show. The guys interviewed him before his performance at the Convocation Center last spring. ■ Photos courtesy of Adrian Barojas Front Row: Emily Dursa, Christina Tiffany, Dan Jensen, Lindsay Perry, Lindsey Miner, Kat Burden, Elisabeth Hull, Kristen Perkey; Back Row: Jess Woodward, Justin Bridgewater, Bridget Hardcore, Drew Pattison, Wes Webb, Dave Massey, Ryan Walker, Brendan Crowe, Katherine Davidson, Sarah Palumbo. 368 organizations Club Tennis The Tennis Club served as an outlet for students who wanted to play competivelv but not commit all their time to a varsity sport. Initiated in 1997, Club Tennis strived to provide a fun, competitive atmosphere for tennis lovers. While these students improved their tennis skills, they also learned the values of sportsmanship and friendship. I joined back in freshman year because I wanted to keep playing but varsity was too high of a level, said junior Khalil Garriott. This club was a good fit for me — we play competitively and we have fun. Boasting about 90 members, the tennis club offered optional practices and meets. ' The matches are fun, said club president, junior Evan Schwartz. 1 love to compete. We got to travel and play against some really great players. Both the men and women ' s teams competed against the University of Virginia, William and Mary, Virginia Tech, University of North Carolina, North Carolina State, Penn State, and Cornell. Eight members, four guys and four girls, also traveled to the national championships match held in Texas. Members also worked together to improve their community. They participated in die Adopt- A- Street program in which they were required to clean their street at least three times a year. They also cleaned the Convocation Center and Bridgeforth Stadium to raise money for their club. Through their love of tennis, members formed solid friendships. After practices they often ate together tat D-hall. The night before matches they held a pot luck dinner, allowing members to get each other pumped up for their big day. They also held parties throughout the year. I have met a lot of people through tennis, said Garriott. We work hard together but we also had fun. I was able to form many great friendships. ■ by garret hiller Front Row:Tessa Herland, Jessica Boyd.Helen Boter, Chris Triolo, Greg Harms, Bobby Newman, Alex Echols, Charlotte Gowen, Stephanie Ackerman; Back Row: Denise Hansen, Kelley Boom, Whitney Taylor, Evan Schwartz, Khalil Garriott, Felix von Lepee, Ronald Black, Wagas Majeed, Bob Allensworth.Julie Taegel. wxjm 369 Ultimate Frisbee The purpose of the Men ' s and Women ' s Ultimate Frisbee teams was to promote good sportsmanship and wellness through active participation in frisbee-related practices and tournaments. The teams continually met this goal, showing their passion for the sport and their sense of fun at the same time. The sport of ultimate frisbee required athleticism and coordination, but was not overly difficult to learn. For those that really enjoyed playing ultimate, summer league was a great way to stay involved while school was not in session. Summer league improved their game since athletes were able to play co- ed with experienced players of all ages. Winter league was also available, though summer league proved more popular. Within the local region, the team mosdy played against William and Mary, University of Maryland, University of Virginia, Richmond and Towson, but their range was unlimited. They also had invitations extended from Washington D.C., Pennsylvania, North Carolina and Florida teams. The men ' s team formed in 1 997 and was originally co-ed. The Women ' s Ultimate Frisbee Club was officially founded in the spring of 2002 after more women became interested in the sport. The women ' s team, affectionately called the Bitchmonkeys, had their official debut in the fall of 2002. During that semester, the team of 12 women played in fall sectionals in Northern Virginia and a few scrimmages within die region. In the most current ranking, the club placed 100th in women ' s collegiate ultimate. The 32-member men ' s team, known to each other as the Flying Hellfish, also had a successful season. Women ' s Ultimate Frisbee club President, senior Lilyan Beckwith had high aspirations for her team. I would like to increase the number of tournaments and scrimmages we play in, as well as step up our recruiting efforts, she said. Being a relatively new club, we have a long way to go in establishing ourselves as a serious sports team... but I remain optimistic that the club will incrementally become better and better and will eventually become a contending ultimate team in our region. ■ by garret hiller Front Row: Ali Davis, Lindsay Adrean, Johanna Sharrard, Lily Beckwith, Peter Anderson, Dave Stack, Jeff Briggs, Ellie Loveman, Karen Hanline, Abby Ahern, Ashley Nimmo, Kiki Holl, Joe Davison, Andrea Holden, Allie Blatch; Back Row: PJ Williamson, Adam Clawson, Reid Attaway, Colin Armstrong, Nathaniel Clarkson, Matthew Eddy. After scrimmaging at William Mary, members of the women ' s ultimate frisbee club hang out together on the field. After a tough game, the team took the time to relax and enjoy theTribe ' s campus. ■ Photo courtesy of Ultimate Frisbee 370 organizations The executive members of ZTA show their pride by wearing their letters. Zeta focused on their philanthropy, with their biggest commitment being to Breast Cancer Week and the Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation. ■ The 2001 pledge class poses for a picture. Newly inducted members were excited to join the social sorority and get involved in the community service it supports. ■ Photos courtesy of Zeta Tau Alpha Zeta Tau Alpha The mission of Zeta Tau Alpha was to provide support for educational and philanthropic programs, and to always be responsive to the needs of a changing society. The Gamma Kappa chapter was founded in 1949 and was recently honored with the Crown Chapter award by ZTA for the third consecutive year. Sorority sisters strove to further enhance ZTAs leadership position in the Greek community and its influence in the world. ZTA was deeply committed to promoting Breast Cancer Awareness Week. The week served as a fundraiser for the sorority ' s philanthropy, the Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation. All 135 sisters of the sorority remained extremelv dedicated and passionate about their philanthropy. This year marked the second anniversary of the Breast Cancer Awareness Week fundraiser. ZTA surpassed their goal of raising Si 0,000 for the Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation through a series of events. These events included a benefit concert with the university ' s student a cappella groups, a Survivor Night Speak-Out, a benefit show with New and Improv ' d, and the main event: a 5k race for Komen. ZTA also handed out nearly 2000 pink ribbons to promote awareness about breast cancer. Through excellence in service, commitment to a cause, and the strong bonds of sisterhood, ZTA sisters were successful in bettering their community and building character in themselves. ■ by Garret Hitler Front Row: Emily Green, Lindsay-Anne Whitaker, Michele Hargrave, Christine Davis, Diana Smyth, Emily Baker, Lauren Alfonso, Lauren Slade, Kristin Rushing; Middle Row: Emily Orrell, Stacey Armstrong, Cartney Gold, Amy Hammaker, Emily Scon, Katie Coleman, Courtney Sullivan, Candace Larsen, Lisa Clarke, Sara Gertler, Laruen Kinelski, Lauren Tobias; Back Row: Stephanie Carper, April Bunn, Carli Devir, Jennifer Morein, Rachel Gittler, Lindy Brown, Whitney Stratton. Hillary Huot. Kaitlyn Hackett, Maureen Whitehead, Katie Miller, Allison Bacon, Meghan Hausner, Jenna Fogel, Anna Willard, Carrie Rhodes. 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Milestone. editorial board features classes sports organizations editorial board features cla The features team hard at work... m$ m ■ 384 the staff Morgan takes shots of water like a pro! Jen Sally livin it up on Bourbon Street. the editorial board sally jen rachel jess Jessie sally jen rachel jess Jessie sally jen rachel jess Camera-shy photog John Altice. Gina, Katie Maureen, during the workshop 385 j £cf y £ final thoughts Q e ol Jt Qo  A love-hate relationship would best define my experience this past year. I can honestly say that working on this publication and serving as editor has been the highlight of my years at James Madison. Then again, the 22-hour deadlines and 30-hour weeks would have to be the low- point. I did not do any of this alone and was fortunate enough to have a great editorial board and wonderful staff at my side. I never thought when I first applied to staff as a freshman that I would have the opportunity to do this, but it is something that I will never forget and something that has taught me a lot more than I have learned in class. I am forever grateful tor the support and encouragement of the following friends, family, and co-workers. First and foremost, I have to thank the Editorial Board: Jen, Rach, Jess and Jessie. I think we pulled this whole Bluestone thing off reallv well, whether we knew what we were doing or not. Thank you for all your dedication, this book would be nothing without all of you. The deadlines were rough to say the least ( I promise we will be done by 3 a.m. this time. ..! ), but I hope you all got as much out of this as I did. This was our baby, and look what it has become. I am so lucky to have you all as co-workers and friends. I better see each of you in New York next March to claim the Gold Crown that we know is ours. We have had a lot of fun this year, but I can ' t say that I will miss being in the office at all. I love you all and I wish each one of you the best tor next year. The Bluestone staff: I hope this book is everything you expected it to be, I know it is certainly more than I expected, and I have each one of you to thank for that. I hope you all can say that you were proud to be a part of the Bluestone 2003 because it looks amazing. Thank you so much for all that you all have done, and I hope we haven ' t turned you off to coming back on staff next year! It was wonderful to get the chance to connect with such a diverse group of people. Thank you for trusting me with the creation of this book. To Jerry Weaver: Thank you tor all of your advising! I don ' t know what I would have done without you when I had no one else to turn to. I hope I haven ' t been too much of a pain this year... don ' t worry, you haven ' t been that bad either! P.S.- Bet you thought I wouldn ' t actually publish the hat picture. ..see below-! Haha. To Brian Hunter Glenn Russell of Taylor Publishing: Thank you so much for working with me to produce this wonderful book! Taylor always does such an amazing job, and this is no different. Brian, thank you especially for all the support and phone calls along the way. Glenn, thanks for re- proofing and then re-re-proofing again and again for me! It has been such a pleasure to work with you both. Thanks tor another fabulous book. To Kurt Marti at Candid Color: Thanks for everything, the pictures look great. Thanks for all the hard work and working with us during the fiasco ot orgs pictures! Two great editors, Allison I posing on the Quad last fall, (below) ■ Honorary Bluestone member Marshall I out on the town, (right) ■ 386 sally ' s page j Ck, 1 final thoughts The Bluestone Alumni: Jen-no, Liz, and Allison; How could I have done ANY of this without vou girls. I have missed you all so much this year. The office was so different without you all here, especially without having the official deadline F list. I hope you approve of my book and that it is up to par with past Bluestone standards. (And to honorary Bluestone Alumnus, Marshall: Thanks for the visits during deadline and all the phone calls... the deadlines were different without John Mackey and Satisfaction Jackson, but you still managed to make me smile!) To Grant Clarke and Renee Herrell: Thank you both so much tor everything you have done for me at JMU. I might still be here next year next year if it wasn ' t for your endless support. I am fortunate to have gotten the chance to know you both. To my professors: I am sorry for skipping classes and for handing in late work. Please know that it was not because I thought your lectures were boring! Putting together a book like this and taking 18 hours is not as much fun as I thought it would be! To my parents: I am convinced that I am the luckiest daughter in the world. I have two wonderful parents that encourage me in whatever I do; it doesn ' t get much better than that. I hope you both know how grateful I am to have you. Thank you for always supporting but never pushing me. I told you I would make it out in four years, didn ' t I? Matty: I didn ' t forget about you. ..thanks for theme inspiration, bro. Love you! To Glen: I don ' t know how many times I told you I wanted to quit, but you never let me give up. You have been there for me throughout this whole expei ience. 1 hank you for simply listening to me and gi ing me encouragement hen 1 was ha ing a had day. 1 love mi •- you. « _ « f|] To Jess (aka Moosh): You are the one person that has always been on my side since day one ot freshman year, seems like we have known each other much longer than only four short years. I can ' t believe how much we have growi since the days of Chesapeake, look at us now. The memories we have made together are something that I will always cherish. My roommates: Jess, Jane and Alison; I love you all so much, and I don ' t think 1 will ever have quite the same living experience with anyone else again. Thanks tot being such good roommates and triends. I will miss living with you all next year. . .1 think?! Haha. To Gina: I am fortunate to have you as Editor for next year. I know you will do a terrific job, as you have these past two years on staff. Carry on the tradition! And finally, to the students of James Madison Univetsity: This book is for you. 1 hope this is an accurate reflection of your JMU experience. It has been a privilege to say that I attended JMU, and even more of a privilege to create a document of this year for you all. I wish all of my fellow Dukes the best for the future. It is so hard to sav goodbye to something that I have dedicated a year ofmi ' life to. This was definitely a learn that I will always treasure. I absolutely loved creating this book, and I hope thabsMCTyone elsjaiinQs,it as amazing as I do. My parents, what a lovely couple! « My adivsor Jerry and I last year in New York, Burberry hat twins. Sorry Jer, this had to beused as some form of blackmail. sally ' s page 387 £ final thoughts Even though I can ' t wait to see what the future holds for me, I am finding it hard to say goodbye to the people and the memories I have made here at JMU. Coming here four years ago I could have never imagined how great it would be, and how fast it would fly by. I have found true friendships, made memories to last a lifetime, and discovered so much about myself. I can honesdy say that working on the Bluestone has had its ups and downs. However, thanks to great stafFand editorial board, the positives far outweigh all the stress and difficulties we encountered. I would like to thank everybody on staff this year who worked so hard to produce such an awesome book. Of course I would also like to give huge thanks to the ed board girls, for not only doing such a good job, but for being such good friends. There has been so many memories and fun times, even through the torture of deadlines got crown?! All the laughter and craziness made the YB mara- thons fun (or at least bearable!). The Orlando conference was so much fun, getting crazy in Paradise Island, and Disney World. The trip to New York was also awesome hope to see you girls there next year! I love all you girls, and wish you only the best of luck in the future! Sally: We had so much fun in New Orleans this summer Am I going to die? and of course Orlando, I don ' t really remember Orlando, but I remember the BET club! Without your leadership we would have never made any deadlines, you really held us together. ( What is this fuzziness? Please remove! ) Jessie: The only girl I know who vould earn ' a backpack of Rolling Rock through the airport! Thanks for the talks, and all the laughs. Jess: I know you probably never want to read a yearbook story again, but you did a great job! Enjoy next year, and I know you ' ll do an amazing job at the Breeze. And of course my Rachie, the YB horror! You have become one of my dearest and most treasured friends. Thanks for always being there for me, for always supporting me, and for always being on my side. We were destined to be friends forever, I wi ll be there for you anytime you need me, even if you just wanna talk about your butt:) So many of my best JMU memories come from girls I have lived with. Kate, Kelly, Casey, and Kristy. . ..thanks for the good times always. I will never forget our spring break trip to Miami and all the good times in Ikenberry. Of course I could never forget my Princess-in-Crime Jess! Jess, you have an amazing ability to turn my frown upside down, you always help me to see the best in every situation. You have gotten me through the past year, and I could never thank you enough. I know you will find great success and happiness in the years ahead. Always remember, we are fabulous because our thighs touch. ...all the way! I could never forget my Herndon crew, who has been a big part of my college experience, even if they don ' t realize it. Love to all, especially ' ray PPG Linds and Jenny, you girls are the best! Cabin boys Mattie and Marv, thanks for the laughs, even if the) ' are usually at MY expense! My shopping girls and Queen Sarah, truly my clones. And last but not least, thanks to my parents, for always supporting me, no matter how stubborn I got and no matter how many times I failed physics I love you. I may not remember every little thing I learned in my classes, and I may not even remember all the fun times I ' ve had here at JMU but I will NEVER forget the amazing friends I have met, and the way they ' ve helped me grow. I have met some of the most sincere and thoughtful friends in my four years here.. . .I ' ve had the time of my life. ■ J-e i9 « ?« %T ' .■J r- , 2 Lindsay, Marvin, Brian, Matt, Dana, Camron, James, Jenny, and Jen after Brian ' s baptism, (above) ■ Lindsay, Jen and Jenny (the PPG) at the beach! (above right) ■ Jen and Marvin at the Homecoming game 2002.(right) ■ 388 jen s page vsife ' , Jen, Kristy, Kate, and Kelly on Halloween 200C (above left) ■ Jen and her family, (left) ■ Miss Liz, Mis Eleni, Queen Sarah, and Princess Jen.... Nysmith Summe Camp what?! (above) ■ -t c n C- £ final thoughts Adventure is worthwhile in itself... Amelia Earhart. And that is definitely what college has been for me! I will aJways remember all the fun times along with all the hard times, long nights of studying, crazy stories, beautiful sunsets and countless memories shared with some of the most amazing people I ' ve ever met... Becoming a part of the yearbook staff was a huge opportunity for me and I am so glad that I had the chance to work with such a dedicated group of people for the past three years! Our staff has always seemed to pull togerher and get things done- thanks to all my photogs this year for helping to capture the true essence of JMU! Good luck to the staff next year, you ' ll do great! Along with all the hard work I still had many fun times with my Yearbook hoochies- Sally, Carter, Jessie, and Jess: a.k.a. The Ed Board . We managed to pull through despite all the long, hard 22 hour plus deadline marathons! Thanks for my very first flying experience- air virgin no longer! Orlando and New York - Got gold Crown? were both amazing. Sally- you ' ve done an excellent job managing this year ' s staff and keeping us on task! Can ' t wait for New York- ir will be an amazing experience! ps... thong th-th-thong thong! Jessie- thanks tor making our Tuesday night office hours so much fun and giving me shout outs on the scurrry boys ' radio show! Remember: Some birds aren ' t meant to be caged, their leathers are just too bright... Jess- your grammar expertise was excellent and greatly appreciated! Good luck next year and cherish every moment! p.s. I ' m sorry I forgot to write my Foxfields story in past tense! Carter- my Miss Jennie on the block... how do I thank you for so much... thanks tor listening when I needed to talk or have my frown turned upside down! Yearbook would not have been the same without you- Chick-fil-a and pretzel sandwiches, dancing to Justin ' s songs, threatening Sally that we ' d quit, and remember. . .WE are the sports team! My roomies- Jen, Tay, Hads, Elise and our adopted couch ragamuffin Erin- you girls have made my college experie nce more than interesting and I don ' t think I could have taken more pictures if I had tried! I ' ll never forget freshman year- snowy nighrs in tank tops, footloose and risking the train to make it to D-hall! Sophomore year- always being the loudest table at Festival and waiting tor someone to amuse us by falling down the stairs! No longer stuck in our freshman phase we finally realized we didn ' t need to wear black pants to go out! Junior year- living in the Ghetto apartment and the beginning ot the Friends Seinfeld dinner tradition! Senior year- the loud bass and vibrating floors thanks to our part)- animal neighbots, getting hooked on all the reality TV shows, and digging ourselves out of the snow storm! Jen- my long lost Aquarian sista! So many fun times! Thanks for always being there to listen and support me the entire time! Tay- everytime I watch an episode ot Seinfeld I will forever think ot you... Thanks for all the fun and crazy times Weezer! Tippieee Toe! Hads- our D-hall frospies and road trips ro Charlottesville tor shows- so interesting and much tun! Special shoutout to my Lisa Lisa and the boyz- Alexis will miss you! Matthew- since our first encounter dancing and the 1 a.m. car wash you have filled my life with much happiness... our long ralks... Panama City ' 02... New York carriage ride... Serendipity... countless road trips... pancakes, Ramen, and blizzards... comedies and a little romance... 23 2 are magical numbers... thank you tor capturing my heart... Thanks to all my friends and family, especially my grandparents and my Nana who wrote me weekly so I would have something to look forward to in my mailbox! My girlsssss trom home: Ellen, Kelly. andT... I am so happy that we have stayed in touch even after highschool... our specatular summers and friendship have been the BEST! My wonderful parents- your encouraging support and love has meant more than you could ever imagine... I love you with all mv heart and thank you for this wonderful adventure! There are experiences you go through and momenrs you live tor and through it all you have all been there... it has all gone by in the blink of an eye, but it will remain in mv heart forever.. .xoxo ■ I 2oo3 Nothing you love is lost; not really. Things, people-they always go away, sooner or later. You can ' t hold them anymore than you can hold moonlight. But if they ' ve touched you, if they ' re within you, then they ' re still yours. The only things vou ever really have are the ones vou hold inside vour heart... rachel ' s page 389 £ final thoughts 7i f- Dad and me in Atlanta. I think I must have been on something when I volunteeted for this job. Oka)-, not really. I knew it would be a lot of work when I signed up, and it has been. But it ' s been a lot of tun too, and I ' m grateful for all I ' ve learned this year and the people I ' ve been privileged to meet. Thank you to the rest of the Ed Board: Sally, Rachel, Jen and Jessie. For helping me learn the ropes, being patient with me, and all the fun times. You ' ve passed on a lot of knowledge and advice probably without even knowing it, about professors, friendships, guys, and life in general. It ' s been great getting to know each or you this year. I wish vou the best as vou graduate and go vour separate ways. Please keep in touch! To the deadline crew: Gina, Jeanette, Kari, Clare, and others. Thank vou so much for all your hard work and moral support. You went above and beyond your duties to make this book something special (and keep us from insanity on those long nights!). I ' ll always re- member sitting around the purple table together at 6 a.m., staring blankly at each other and wondering it the printer would ever spit out that last spread. It ' s been wonderful to work with such dedicated people. Thanks also to the lovely ladies of the Classes section, who always brightened up my Wednesday nights. Whether brainstorming stories, writing cornv (but good!) headlines, ioining the WXJM crew on the air, or taking a million shots of your bridesmaid pictures, it was always a good time. Katie, thanks for helping me get through Web Design in one piece. Good luck in Chicago — you ' ll be awesome! Gina (my Hanson. SMAD and yearbook buddy since freshman year), thank you for being a great friend and tor all the care and effort you put into everything you do — I know vou ' U be a wonderful Editor-in-Chief! To the rest of the staff: thank you for your hard work and all the time that I know has gone into making this a qualitv production. Especially to the writers: you are all wonderful, and I greatly appreciate the many hours you spent contacting sources (over and over) and writing stories. Thank vou for sharing vour talent with the Bluestone, getting things in on time, and making my job a little easier. A huge thank you to my roommates, the girls of 1315 E. Calley, Sara and Erin, you guys have been so supportive and have made this year so much fun. Thanks for always being there to talk and for putting up with my grumpiness during deadlines. I loved movie nights, watching Mopar be dumb, the infamous Quote Book, our late night talks and random workout sessions. You ' ll always have a special place in my heart. I also want to thank Shannon and the small group girls for an awesome year — I ' ve loved our Bible studies, line dancing, retreats (the shack), the sleepover, and the Wal-Mart scavenger hunt. Thank you all for being part of my life this year. To Mom, Dad and Andrew: I am so blessed to have you. Thank you tor vour constant love, encouragement and prayers. Thank you for giving me the opportunity to be here and find out what life is all about; for pointing me in the right direction but also giving me room to make my own choices. And most of all to the Lord; you are the reason I ' m here. May the words of my mouth and the meditation of my heart be pleasing to you (Psalm 19: 14). To next year ' s staff: be prepared for some long nights, but also a lot of good memories. Have fun and don ' t take things too seriously. Thank you in advance for continuing the Bluestone tradition of excellence. It ' s a lot of work, but it ' s worth it in the end. I hope that you 11 enjoy it as much as I have. ■ 390 jesss page r- ejjJz £ final thoughts What a long, strange trip it has been. Who would have ever thought that Jessica Cino would end up on the Ed board of anything, but I am certainly grateful to have been given such an awesome opportunity, although I honestly didn ' t know what I was getting myself into. Monthly deadlines had become mv arch nemesis, but honestly if being trapped in the yearbook office with good music, great friends, and a bottle of O.E for twenty-two hours straight is work... then dad, I take it back, I may reconsider this whole job thing. Besides all the free office equipment and supplies I stole, the best perk of having this job was getting to go to Orlando. There is nothing better then being dropped off at the nicest hotel in the whole city and then being relocated to the most crapptastic one. But of course, we made the best of it. . .chilling in the Sam Adams airport lounge, sleeping through conferences, hot tub after hours, Halloween at pleasure island, and of course the BET club. Troy if you are out there, thanks for helping a white girl out. But seriouslv folks, looking back on it, I wouldn ' t have changed a thing. O captain, my captain. . . [Sallv] I owe a special thanks to vou tor taking a chance on me, even though vou are a horror and vou slept way to close to me in Florida. You are very talented, and I am positive that you will be successful in all you do. [Jen] you are one of the most sarcastic princesses I have ever met. Even at the most stressful times, your comments kept me laughing. Thank you for some great conversations, and good luck in grad school!! [Jess] you are an editting machine! It was so nice getting to know vou. It was fun brainstorming with you on design ideas. Good luck with yearbook next year!! [Rachiepoo] it has been fun plaving office hours with you on the same night, doing type projects late into the PM, and being scurred bv the sports guvs!! You have been a great friend to me, thanks for listening and under- standing. Good luck with all you do!! P.S. Your BET dancing skills... AMAZING!! From Jerz, to UDEL, to the dirty south, my friends and family have been there for me even - step of the way. Life I love vou, all is grooooow!!! PIECE OUT P.S. Two words: unitemized receipts ■ Sally and I about to take a voyage to the top . of the Epcot dome, (and yes....PHOTO BY rhis would be me at a 3en and Jerry ' s at Long jffQ 3each. pumping the row for all he ' s worth. ■ Halloween at University bf Delaware, (below) i Ferry on the Hudson River, later that day I decided to jump. ■ jessies page 391 features katy jeanette leanne jenny morgan charlotte Greetings from the Features section! Here ' s a few things we would like to mention... First there ' s Charlotte, who ' s kind or quiet. But good gracious, can she sure write! There there ' s Leanne who got to hang on a bus with Howie Day, And then there ' s S.G.A Jenny who ' s usually M.I.A. One day Morgan ' s photos will make her quite a penny, Oh and just kidding, we love you Jenny! There there ' s Katy who ' s the Feature ' s Producer, Her highlight was interviewing Hooba ' And lastly there ' s Jeanette, who ' s a smart ass and likes to shake her fist, there were two more but now they ' re nonexistent. Well that ' s our team, hope you liked our poem, We had a great year and will always remember to reflect forward! sports jen peyton John micah sal allan In her second year as head coach, senior Jen Carter had lots of new talent to help her put together the sports section. Returning to the squad was senior photography editor Rachel O Donnell who used her expertise to lead two new photographers along with senior John Altice who was previously of the organization section. The two new photographers, junior Sal Leone and senior Micah Crane were enthusiastic at the beginning of the season, although the heavy practice schedule soon wore them out. Transferring to the team mid-season, was freshman writer Alan Kravetz, who helped pull the team out of an early season slump. How- ever, the team managed to pull off a victor} ' at the end of the yearbook season thanks to senior designer Peyton Green. Many long hard hours were spent in Anthony Seeger 217 strategizing and perfecting the game plan. At the end of the season Green and O ' Donnell were given most valuable player awards, while coach Carter won coach of the year, as voted on by her peers. Gina, expert photog. 392 The ladies of Orgs. section pages Katie will do anything for the Bluestone.... including bobbing for pickles katie clare maureen gina alison kristin classes Always bridesmaids, never brides (with the exception of Kristin of course), the classes section, after looking through thousands of class portraits, still managed to get through each deadline, although unable to find one single Prince Charmin ' (even though Maureen called a few!) However, when Kristin walked into the office with her shiny new ring, we were suddenly blinded by the bling-bling, and from then on our yearbook lives changed forever. As the planning began, living vicariously through Kristin, we started our search for something old. Luckily, we found the old in returning staffers, Gina and Katie, the old fogies who just couldn ' t get enough of each other (Columbian coffee, say what?!) Next we looked for something new and found the new funkay ' n ' fresh designs by Clare and All ' s rockin ' photo skillzzzz. Finding something borrowed was easy. We borrowed, or rather stole airtime on WXJM. No one, and we mean no one knows Christina Aguillera quite like we do. Lastly, we needed something blue. We didn ' t have to look very far (note the name on the cover!) After all was collected, we set the wedding date for Wednesday night before American Idol and The Bachlorette. When asked, Do you promise to never wear your hair in a ponytail, dress in John Deere overalls, hold a Popple, or show too much cleavage in your class portrait? we all simultaneously said, I DO! ■ kari heidi toni garret (esse liz orgs The first time we got off Exit 245, not one of the six of us realized the B.O.N.D we ' d soon form. Working on the organizations team was anything but a Breeze. But even though we were pushed to the Boarderline of our patience and some clubs seemed like they wanted us to shut our Phi Sigma Pi holes, we managed to survive. And why? Because we C.A.R.E. We walked in the snow, up Hillel both ways just to get to the office for deadline. We sent out massive amounts of E-mails, made what seemed like a million phone calls and still found ourselves sans photos. We were different, some of us Low Key and some bound for Note-riety. Kari was always the Optimist. Toni was AKA Hi, my name is Toni, I ' m from the Bluestone. Heidi our designer made this her Madison Project. Liz is the one who actually took pictures and Jess H. was in a box. And of course there was Garret . . . and we were all Into Hymn. OK, bye. P.S. All of the organizations that never wrote us back — you can all go to Hellenic ' A rare photo of the sports boys actually in the office. The features gals. section pages Jesse interviewing Sally after being egged by her staff. 393 index madisonpatrons Mr. G. Benedetto Dr. L. Benedetto South Glastonbury, CT Pamela David Bordsen South Hill, VA Linda David Buckingham Chesapeake, VA Wayne H. Patricia R. Duff High Point, NC Charles M. Guthridge Linda Jerry Jewell Phoenixville, PA —a All photos by Rachel OVonnell Morgan Riehl Abernathy, Kelly. 324 Abetti, Sarah 333 Ackerman, Jen 222, 283 Ackerman, Stephanie 367 Acosta, Phil 2% Acree, Amber. 318 Acuna.Jose 288-289 Acuto, Kristen A 189, 330 Adams. Ashleigh B 203, 345 Adams, Cameron 308 Adams, Elizabeth 305 Adams, Katherine V. 21 1 Adams, Katie 338 Adams, Kyle 361 Adams, Rob 319 Adcock, Shannon 185 Adeniji, Akin 225 Adinolfi.Ana 306 Adler.Josh 211 Adolfie, Elizabeth 306 Adrean, Lindsay. 233. 368 Adu, Jennifer 347 Agostisi, Karen 306 Agricola, Lindsay. 329 Agustin, Peter R 189 Ahem.Abby. 368 Ahmed, Naheed 299 Aikens, Jason C 189 Air Waste Management. ...303 Airington, Ross.. ..300, 335, 351 Akbar. Alysha 345 Aldrich, Diana 361 .Alexander, John T. 21 1,315 Alexander, Joseph W. 189 Alexander, Krisry L 211 .Alexander. Kristy M 189 .Alexander, Michelle J 211,303,346 .Alfonso. Lauren J. ...63, 171, 369 Aliprantis, Kerri 320, 341 Alisuag, Tracy L 171 Allen, Betty B 203 Allen, Bridget 299 Allen, David 261,349 Allen, Don K 211 Allen, Ryan E 238, 332 .Allen, Shannon 191 Allen. Whitney. 348 Allensworth, Bob 367 Allgaier. Eric M 211 Allgood, Lynn E 171, 308 Allport, Jared E 189, 314 .Almond, Donavan 313 Alp, Marissa 306 Alpha Kappa Alpha 303 Alpha Kappa Lambda 298 Alpha Kappa Psi 303 ■Alpha Lambda Kappa... 142, 144 Alpha Phi 142-143, 145. 301 Alpha Phi Omega 302 Alpha Sigma Alpha 209, 304 Alpha Sigma Tau 306 Altice.JohnA 189,312 Altig. Amy 279 Altizer.Jon 238 Altobello, Kristen 318 Altobello. Terry A 21 1, 333 Uvarenga, Abraham 1 238 Amarnani, Dimple V. 189 Amamcci, Laura M 1 1 Ambrose, Shaina 360 Amedeo, Beth 348 Amendola, April 301 American Society of Mechanics 305 Amico, Lori 271 Aminal Rights Coalition 305 Anagnos, Sofia 341 Anastasia, Lawrence 300 Anch, Sarina 323 .Anderson, Carrie 348 Anderson. Chad A 203 .An derson, Craig 288 .Anderson, Elizabeth B 203,352 Anderson, Laura 115, 302 Anderson, Nelly. 268 Anderson, Peter. 368 Anderson, Rebekah 356 Anderson, Sara E 189 Anderson, Scott H 171 .Andrews, Jamie L 211 Ange, Donald L 189 Angely, Lisa 337 Antanitus, Emily. 338 Antinarella, Casey. 271 Anzuini, Carolyn R 238 Anzuini, Gina M 211, 354 Aoh.JaeM 171 Appiah, Sally. 300 Apseloff, Natalie C 252 .Archery. 261 Argy, Kim 282-283 Arm, Laura B 211, 324 Armentrout, Tara R 238 Armstron, Anastasia J 21 1 Armstrong, Colin 368 Armstrong, Robert 356 Armstrong, Stacey. 369 Arndt, Heather 361 Arnold, Charles W 225 Arnould, Holly. 63, 318 Ash, Jennifer. 26, 301 Ashby, Molly. 324 Ashcraft, Brooke N 203, 360 Asher, Jennifer 318 Ashley, Stephanie 213 Asian Student Union 309 Ask, Kevin 356 Asma, Greg 361 Assad, Mary N 203 Assoc, of Computing Machinery. 305 Assoc, of Women in Communication 308 Atienza, Angelica 309,320,356 Atkins. Sarah B 238 Atkins, Whitney C 238, 347 Atkinson. Asha T. 238 Attaway, Reid 368 Atwood, Laura 310 Auchior, Nate 3 s Auerbach, Karen 261 Aughev. Jason R....203. 337, 346 Augustine, Lindsey. 360 Auletto. Jaime L....203, 322, 337 Aulffo, Jason B 211,347 Aurrichio, John 332 Ausberry, Elicia 330 iiMin. Brian 298,356-357 Austin. Kristina 34 Austin, Sarah 348 Avison, Jess 261 Axelson. Sarah 22 Avers, Lauren 303 Avers, Megan 303 Azangulova, Rezeda 7 -b- B.O.N.D 308 Babb, Chris 238, 355 Babich, Jaime 341 Babusci, Robert 332 Bace, Katie 154 Bacon, Allison 369 Baden, Kelly D 189 Bahnuk, Mark 268, 290 Bahr, Anne 348 Baidoo, Christopher. 337 Baier, Corrie E 1 89 Bailer, Laurie N 171 Bailey, Jennifer L 171 Bailey, Laura A 171 Baillargeon, Meghan Y. 171,354 Bain, Sarah 302 Baines, Barry R 211 Baines, Miranda C 238, 308 Baird, Adam 314 Baird, Katherine 341 Baitch, Megan 356 Baker, Christine....325, 329, 363 Baker, Emily. 63, 369 Baker, Kelli 306 Baker, Kelly. 268, 290 Baker. Mary-Ashley. 203 Baker. Trinity K 171 Bakes, Elizabeth V. 171 Baldon. Jen 301 Baldwin. Tara 326 Ball. Bern- C 171 Ballard, Ashley. 299 Ballard, Kelly. ' . 230 Ballowe, Steve 262 Balun.JodiL 238 Bambara, Tim 48 Bandv, Kenneth E 211 Banks, Caroline 290 Baptist Student Union 308 Baranowski, Cheryl 303 Barber. Megan 355 Barbier, Luke 341 Barbour, Melissa 323 Bardeau. Beth 189, 347 Bardey, Eric 298 Barillas, Emersson J 171 Barlow, Christina A 203 Barnard. Robert 300 Barner, Cody. 337 Barnes, Kayce 348 Barnett. Jakob 355 Barnett, Lindsay. 341 Barr. Meghan 306 Barrett, A. Rebecca 211 Barrett. Jennifer. 352 Barrett, Man ' K 1 1 Barrett, Matthew T. 1 1 Barrett, Sarah 352 Barron, Barbara L 171, 337 Barron. Gean 334 Barrow, Ashley... 318 Barss,Kyle 347 Bardett, Chuck 262 Bartlett, Elizabeth 306 Bartolo, Ron 361 Barton, Irma R 211 394 index index Baseball 263 Basketball, men ' s 265 Basketball, women ' s 267 Baskin, Emily. 283 Batenic, Melissa A 21 1 Bates, Cherrell 303, 313 Batista, Pedro 310 Batly, Brandon 351 Battles, Kristen M 238 Battueilo, Tina L 21 1 Bauengastner, Anna 346 Baughan, Sarah 340 Bauman, Chtistina A 21 1 Baumann, Isabelle 348 Baumgartner, Anna 318 Bayan, Roxanne 352 Baynes, Danielle 313 Baynot, Katie 334 Beals, Kiera 324 Beard, Jessica 279, 308 Beasley, Devin 96 Beasley, Natalie M 189 Beat} ' , Kara 279 Beauchesne, Cheryl A 171 Beavers, John D 189, 252 Beazley, Megan L 252,325,329,363 Beck, Heidi 271 Beck, Whitney. 316 Beckman, Katie 317 Beckwith, Lily. 368 Begg, Steve 298 Beiderman, Katie 347 Beidler, Katie C 189 Belfor, Lindsay M 171 Bell,Rebekah 347 Belmosto, Cara 348 Benjamin, Matthew. 313, 356 Bennett, Heather L 211, 334 Benson, Leah M 21 1 Bentgen, William 300 Berg, Christine 337, 346 Berger, Brook 352 Berger, Elissa 331 Berini, Dario 356 Berman, Amanda 302 Bernacki, Steven M 225 Bernard, Robert 351 Bernasconi, Nick 361 Bernhardt, Christina R 203 Bernier, Elise 279 Berry, Victoria R 189 Berryhill, Annalisa M....189, 330 Bertram, Kristen A 171 Betar, Elissa A 211 Berts, Elizabeth 319, 341 Berts, lacqueline 304 Bianchet, Lori M 189 Bilberry, David ....300 Billari, Sara L 238 Binns, Kristin 348 Birdsong, Patti 1 15 Birk, Michelle 318 Birkhofer, John S 189,327 Bishop, Cheryl 318 Bishop, Matthew. 351 Bissett, Jennifer. 261, 320 Bivins, Amanda 304 Black, Anna E 211,341 Black, Ronald 367 Black, Sara 299 Black Student Alliance 313 Black, Tracy L 211,318 Blaikman, Blisa 339 Blair, Susan E 21 1 Blaker, Colleen M 203 Blanchard, Katie R 203 Blanchard, Michael 1 189 Blanchard, Tracy E 21 1 Blankenship, Lindsay N 238 Blatch, Allie 211,368 Blatecky, Andy. 355 Blevins, Erin 299, 324 Blinstrub, Erika 352 Bloczynski, Danie 142 Blonkowski, Kathyrn H 171 Blood, Alexander. 319 Bloomer, Jen 318 Bluestone, The 312 Blume.Jaci 348 Boarderline 314 Bochneak, Amanda 314 Bocko, KyleT 189 Boehm, Allison M 238 Boehm, Jennifer E 171 Boes, Michelle 322 Bogard, William 335 Bogdan, Kristin 306 Bogenshots, Billy. 300 Boldyc, Beckie 347 Bolton, Elizabeth A 238 Bond, Broderick 336 Bond, Carrie M 171 Bondi.Gina 299 Bonilla, Ludwin A 171 Boom, Kelley. 324, 367 Boote, Lauren K 189, 356 Borash, Jessica R PI. 323 Borchers, Jon 313 Boscarino, Nikki 304, 345 Boss, Missy. 318 Boter, Helen 315,36? Botsolas, La uren 254 Boubas, Christina 318 Boucher, Christina 339 Bouley, Allison 316 Bouley, Kristin S 211, 316 Bounds, April E 171 Bour, Elizabeth 353 Bourdeau, Scott 323 Bourne, Jenna E 211,305 Bovio, Brett 332 Bowden, Chris 249 Bowdler, Kristin M 203 Bowen, Liz 31 1 Bower, Brant 281 Bowers, Leigh E 189 Bowker, Megan 260, 261 Bowles, Marshall W. 211 Bowman, Aaron 357 Bowman, Benjamin A 203 Bowman, Daniel H 171, 362 Bowman, Dustin 262 Bowman, Timothy A 1 1 Bowser, Amanda S 171, 359 Bowser, Tennille 171, 325 Boxeth.Tim 195 Boyce, Sunny. 355 Boyd, Andrew. 356 Boyd, Brian C 171 Boyd, Caroline 360 Boyd, Jenny. 348 Boyd, Jessica 367 Boyd, Steve 313 Boyers, Karen 182 Boys Girls Club 142 Braden, Julia 340 Bradford, Scott 349 Bradley, Brent M 211 Bradley, Corianne 239 Bradley, Rondell 272, 273 Brady, Ashley M 211 , 350, 357 Brady, Kalyn 283 Brady, Kate 271 Brady, Molly M 211 Bramhall, Jessica N 211,315 Brandt, Trudy. 171 Bran nan, Lindsay. 345 Braun, John 337 Bravo- Mo rales, Ana 342 Braxton, Eric 290 Bray, Patrick B PI Brazaitis, Virginia M 239,320,326 Breakdancing Club 94-97, 317 Breault, Mary V. 252, 308 Brediand, Patrick 200, 388 Bredthauer, Alison 322 Breeden, Tara E 21 1 Breen, Annmarie 333 Breeze, The 362 Breffitt, Molly A 189, 359 Breinig, Rebecca S 21 1, 337 Brennan, Bill 300, 351 Brennan, Courtney P. 203 Brennan, Kevin 313, 356 Brentzel, Kelly L 171, 306 Brick, Josh 356 Bridge, Elder 323 Bndgewater, Justin 366 Briggs.Jeff. 368 Brindza, Christine K 171, 329 Brisbin. Lauren A 203 Bristow, Leslie E 21 1 Bristow, Stephanie L 189 Brittan, Lee 313, 358 Britton, Chantelle 356 Broas, Kim 357 Brockwelljenny.....l20, 312, 356 Broderick, James M 189 Broker, Crisuna H 171 Bronridge, Jessica 2 l Brookes, Diana 345 Brookover, Ed 315 Brooks, Jessica L 203 Brooks, Krystal 267 Brooks, Lauren S 171, 348 Brooks, Laurie 316 Brooks, Tiffany. 310 Brooks, Timothy....346, 356, 357 Brooks, Tracey. 318 Broon, Michael 319 Brophy, Carolyn 279 Broughton, Kristin M 171 Brown, Alexis T. 189 Brown, Amanda M 203 Brown, Amy. 322 Brown, Amy E 21 1 Brown, Andy. 186 Brown, Bellamy. 356 Brown, Cerys 318 Brown, Cherie 347, 357 Brown, Douglas 72 Brown, Hunter. 349 Brown, Jabarie 343 Brown, Jennifer M 252 Brown, Kristin 303 Brown, Lindy. 369 Brown, Melanie 313 Brown, Molly M 171, 308 Brown, Rebecca 205 Brown, Rebecca L 203 Brown, Spencer. 288 Brownlee, Matt 347 madisonpatrons Rick Sharon Mast Rockbridge Baths, VA Mr. Mrs. Robert B. Mathews Melody L. Mathews Williamsburg, VA Marc Stacey Posner Glenn Allen, VA Robert Joanne Ramsey Richmond, VA Dr. Stephen Valenti, Dr. Elizabeth Kingsley, Mr. Mrs. Randy Coburn Arnold, MD James Patricia Walton Middletown, NJ index 395 index Brownlee, Ryan 262 Broyles, Dwayne 264 Bruch, Megan 304 Bruder, Katie 361 Brueggemann, Benjamin 189 Bruham, Scon 298 Bruna, Dominick 298 Brunner, Ben 92 Brunner, Erin L 252 Bryan, Jackie 290 Bryant, Melanie 290 Bsumek, Pete 99-100 Buccarelli, Jacqueline 320 Buchanan, Bonnie 301, 361 Buchanan, Joshua 298 Buchholz, Johanna 279 Buchholz, Lucas 276 Buchholz. Rachel 338 Buck, Lindsey. 330 Buckingham, K. Paxton 171 Buckley, Leigh 173 Buckwalter. Amy. 348 Buell, Jessica L 252 Buell, Sarah 252 Buenafe, Suan Q. 239 Buff. Jennifer. 290 Bugbee, Megan T. 171, 308 Bukowski, Glenn 313, 356 Bulala, .Ashley. 353 Bullock. Jeremy T. 203, 337, 346, 357 Bunch. .Andrea L 21 1 Bunn, .Andrew. 356 Bunn, April 369 Burawski, Lauren 291 Burchard. Clare E 239,312,316 Burcroff Shannon L 21 1 Burd, Natalie 285 Burden. Kat 366 Burden, Steve 109 Burdo, .Alison 340 Burgdorf, Emily. 348 Burgess, April 322 Burgess, Jessica 310 Burgess, Kara 348 Burgess, Lindsay. 352 Burghart. Robert S 211 Burghurst, Robert 305 BurL. Colleen 353, 359 Burke, Jeff 346, 355-356 Burke. Jeffrey A 172 Burke, Laurie 290 Burke, Melissa L 172 Burke, Natasha 300. 360 Burker, Michael 211 Burkett, Jonathan H 239 Burkert, Sarah 290 Burlovich, Melissa 360 Burnett, Jen 341 Burowski, Lauren 290 Busacca, Justin 200, 317 Busey.Kyle 336 Bush. .Adina 348 Bush, Salem 290 Butia.Mike 262 Butler. -Amy C 22 , 301 Butler, Sarah 1 203. 316 Butterworth. Caitlin A... 172. 308 Burzel, Eric 189 Buyalos, Nicole 303. 308 Byrne, Jennifer R 211 Byraside, Daniel 349 — c Cahill, Casey. 271 Cain, Erin A 172 Caiozzo, Lisa M 211 Calaflore, John 319 Caldwell, Lindsey. 301 Calhoun, Jason 305 Calica, Guillermo S 239 Callahan, Doug 252 Callaway, Meredith 341 Calloway, Danielle E 225,303,313 Camacho, Justin 316 Cameron, Seth 294 Camisa, Erin 306 Cammarano, Crystal M 225 Camnitz, Will M 88,211,347,354 Campbell, Amy L 203 Campus Assault ResponsE 299 Canapa, Andrew. 159 Canatsey, Jennifer C 252 Canatsey, Katherine M 239 Canavan, Kelly A 203. 34 1 Cannon, Katrina A 189 Cannon, Krysta 293 Cannon, Sarah 304 Capasso, Megan 347 Capito, Jennifer A 203, 341 Captain, Kristin 348 Carbaugh, Jeremy A 21 1 Carbon Leaf. 154 Cardone, Jeffrey M 189 Cartagno, Guiseppe V. 172 Carl, Christine P. 211 Carlson, Christopher J 239 Carlson, Kyle 298 Carlton, Kevin S 212 Carney, Megan 31 1 Carpenter, Laura 315 Carper, Stephanie 369 Carr. .Mian 290 Carr, Brian C 189 Carr, Joe W. 239 Carroll. Tim 351 Cart, Sara 310 Carter, Brianne 304 Carter, Christina L 203 Carter, Crystal 302 Carter, Elizabeth 329 Carter, Jacqi 144 Carter, Jennifer R 212,312,324 Carter, Jeremy. 307 Carter, Katie 348 Carter, Marcus 357 Carter, Rebekah 214 Carter, Sarah E 203 Carter, Stacey. 360 Carthew, Amy. 329 Caruso, Jennifer A 189 Cary, Michelle 306 Casana, Seth J 172 Cascio, Paul K 172 Casey, Jennifer A 239, 301 Caskili.Ian 264 Cassell.Josh 254 Castagna, Melissa A 1 89 Castellano, Lauren 318 Casten, Brian 335 Casterline, Kathryn B 2 2 ( lastiglia, Janina 341 Castiglione, Chris M 155. 172 Castle, Amanda B 239, 306 Castlev, Mandie 301 Casmer, Megan $17 Caughlin, Carey B 203,341 Cuilficld. Shannon R 172 Cavell, Ashley. 360 Caveney, Val 348 Caving Club 248 Cecchini, Lisa 213 Cech, Megan 326 Cecil, Adrienne M 203 Cembrinski, Stephen M 189 Cerminaro, Kari 329 Cernosek, Julie A 212 ChafTe, Laura C 203 Chamaj, Andrew J 212, 335 Chambers, Ben 328 Chambers, Leanne 239, 357 Chambliss, Wendy R 189,300,337 Champion, Jennifer D 212 Chandler, Courtney K 189,306 Chanllinor, Katie F. 239 Chantler, Erin 279 Chapolini, Gail 362 Charest, Ryan W. 239, 315 Charles, Nathan S 212, 347 Chastant, Justin 317, 323 Cheerleading 269 Chek, ChristiniaM....172, 300 Chellini, RicardoA 172 Chenault, Matthew. 288 Cheng, Gui 172 Cherrezian, Stephanie 326 Cherry, David 307, 308 Chiao, Rebecca S 189 Chick, Laura L...P2, 308, 359 Chicosky, Erin 343 Childers,Bud 209 Chin, Christine 323 Chirty. Shehara 290 Cho, Sung Sill 189 Chong.Dan 317 Chrisman, Ryan 310, 348 Christ, Tonv. 313 Christian, Molly. 348 Christy, Hunter 50 Chudy, .Andrew. 316 Cialino, Tom 357 Ciarleglio, Lina N 110,212,318 Ciarlo, Jeanne 359 Cichocki, Sara 308, 357 Cichowicz, Jessica 212, 267 Cilmi, Laura 357 Cipicchio, Renee 302 Citrenbaum, Anna 348 Clancy, Kathy. 93 Clark, AmyC 172 Clark, Jessica 306 Clark, Katie 360 Clark, Kelly. 261 Clark. Laura 306, 344 Clark, Maegan B 172 Clark, Matthew R 189 Clark, Raymond S 228 Clark, Stephen M 62, 172,327 Clark, Susan 323 Clark. Terry. 154 Clarke, Chris 1 2 Clarke, Cristol 290 Clarke, Katelyn 319 Clarke, Lisa 369 Clarke, MargoS 212 i. Uarkson, Nathaniel 368 Class Councils 357 Claus, Sarah 348 Clawson, Adam 368 Clayton, Jennifer M 239 Clavtor, Amanda M 396 index index 172,313,325 Cleland, Allison W. 212, 347 Clemens, Erin E 189 Clemente, Lisa 357 Clements, Alaina 322 Clements, Desiree 356, 357 Clementson, David £...161, 172 Clendaniel. Sarah 190 Cline, Brandon M 228 Clingenpeel, Travis 362 Close, Erin 314, 341 Close, Kenny. 172 Club Baseball 313 Club Basketball, men ' s 307 Club Field Hockey. 326 Club Softball 346 Club Tennis 367 Cobb, Dana J 172 Cobban, Tara 348 Cobbs, Ginny C 203 Cochran, Chris 262 Cochran, Laura 63 Cochrane, Graham 336 Codd, Maureen E 252 Coder, Josh 351 Cody, Greg 308 Coehran, Laura 354 Coffman, Lindsay. 271 Cofrancesco, Carla 326 Cohen, Elizabeth 1 203 Cohen, Rick 300 Cohen, Valerie A.. .212, 270-271 Cohill, Ryan 314, 322 Coker, Brian L 212 Colabella, Dave 294 Colangelo, Erin L 203 Cole, Dr. Welter. 110 Coleman, Andrea 300 Coleman, Katie 353, 369 Coles, Roscoe 290 Coles, Tabta 303 College Republicans 313 Colligan. Michelle 325,329,363 Collins, Denise M 190 Collins, Jesseca 279 Collins, Leslie 306 Collins, Michael 199, 349 Collins, Tom L 212 Colvin, Kate 302 Comer, Rachel 320 Comerford, Chris 357 Comic Book Club 200 Committee Chairs 357 Conaway, Chris 357 Condon, Dennis M 190 Conduragis, Peter 276 Conley, Erin M 172,302,350,357 Conley, Leah 285 Connelly, Brett E 172 Connelly, Rob 239 Conning, Kerri 318 Connor, Lauren 352 Conquest, Chris 351 Conron, Claire 290 Contemp. Gospel Singers 300 Converse, Cari 315 Converse, Jennifer. 359 Cook, Allison 305 Cook, Jen 337 Cook, Nicholas 307 Cooke, Emily M 190 Cooke, Jayson 273 Cooks, Chandra 325 Cooper, Erin C 31, 239, 334 Corbin, Kelly. 330 Corcoran, Caitlin 341 Cordell, Liz 348 Cordes, Amy. 271 Cordova, Katie 283 Corl, Christine P. 212 Corley, Sarah 318 Cormier, Nick 361 Cornwell, Brandon 262 Coronado, Tracey. 348 Corridon, Leslie E 190,325 Cosner, Traci E 203 Costello, Emily. 348 Costello, Jennifer 348 Costley, Amanda N 172 Cotroneo, Mike 300 Cottom, James 308 Cotton, Laura T. 172 Cotton, Lisa M 212 Couch, Laura L 228 Covington, JefT. 345 Cowell, Dave 327 Cowie, Alison 320 Cowley, Lauren E 172 Cox, Dana 306 Cox, Jeni 285, 325, 329, 363 Cox, Kristen 318 Coyle.Abby. 321 Coyle, Amanda A 203, 286 Crabtree, Amy L 212 Crabtree, Cristen 125 Craft, Norma L 190, 330 Cragin, Gaylen D 116, 172, 308 Craig, Dave 298 Crain, David J 172, 356 Cramer, Brynn 352 Crane, Gordon T. 212 Crane, Micah 312 Cranston, Katie 31 1 Cranwell, Lindsay. 352 Crawford, Allison 347 Crawford, Brooke 279 Crawford, Cary. 308 Crawford, Christopher 356 Creamer, Sharon 346 Crenshaw, Karen L 203 Creszynski, Alison 337 Cretz, Gabrielle 240 Cretz, Jeffrey M 172 Crews, Lauren 306, 308 Crider, Jennifer N 172 Criner, Dalesha D 172 Crockett, Carly E 240, 334 Crooks, Katelyn 54 Crooks, Katherine M 228 Cross, Alissa 301 Cross Country. 268 Cross, Lee M 172 Crosson, Julie C 240 Crouch, Allie 352 Crouch, Lindsay M 228, 347, 357 Crouse, Michelle 252 Crowe, Brendan 366 Crute, Stephanie D 190, 303 Cruz, Saul 342 Cubas, Rachel 311 Cuenin, Emily. 355 Gilbert, Justin 298 Culin, Lauren M 228, 306 Cuilen, Eric T 252 Culligan, Tom 356, 357 Culpepper, Erin E 240 Cundiff, Erin E 228, 341 Cunningham, Kristen 306 Cunningham, Marie E 172 Cunningham, Mary E 225 Cunningham, Pat 262 Curley, Erin M 240 Curran, Meghan 318 Currence, Gina 240 Curtin, Erin 304 Curtin, Laura 68 Curtin, Patrick A 252 Curtis, John 343 Curtis, Paul R 172 Cushman, Jason 262 Czajkowski, Mark 303 Czuwak, Andreva 352 -d- Dadjou, Sally. 348 Dahlkemper, Christy. 348 Daigneau, Emily J 240 Daily, William 324 Daily- Winkler, Larissa 292 Dale, Heather D 190 Dalton, Adam 31 Dalton, John 337 Daly, Erin 301 Damiano, Kristin 299 Danahy. Caitlin 325, 329, 363 Dance Theatre 310 Daner, Rebecca H 225 Dang, Khang 190 Daniels, Alyson J 172 Daniels, Jeremiah C 172 Danowitz, Jeannie 311 Dansereau, Kevin 313 Dantzler, Laura 348 Dardine, Ashley. 279 Darlington, Jeanie A 172 Darrow, Tom 182 Dascher, Jennifer R 240, 347 DaSilva, Jacqueline L 252, 320 Dauberman, Derek R 212 Daughtrey, Marlene R 172 Davelaar, Sarah 182 David, Chip 330 Davidman, Niki 348 Davidson, Katherine 366 Davies, Hilary-. 343 Davis, Ali 368 Davis, Beth 279 Davis, Bryer. 279 Davis, Christine 369 Davis, Colleen E 240 Davis, Erika 301 Davis, Erin 290 Davis, Jennifer E 212 Davis, Michael 356-357 Davis, Stephen 70 Davis, Tanya R 240 Davison, Joe 368 Day, Amanda 320 de la Bruyere, Jason 358 Deagan, Jacqueline A 190 Dean, Amanda G 28,299,323,352 Dean, Laura 362 Dean, Maggie 325, 329, 363 DeAngelo, Laura 322 Dean-, Tom 173 Deaver, Kristen 306 Deavers, Dorothy M 203 DeBeauvernet, Maria 340 DeCecco, Hollie 271 Decker, Gail 279 Decker, Renee 338 diamondpatrons Gary Heidi Bowers Prince George, VA Jamie Clark Boyer Stephens City, VA Scott Sharon Boyer Bridgeton, NJ Frank Pamela Buell Ashburn, VA Mike Cathy Burgess Danville, VA B.B. Bristow Sabrina Bristow Shacklefords, VA Warren Denise Carey Roanoke, VA Lynn c Kirk Carpenter Vienna, VA index 397 index diamondpatrons Quen, Tom Kathryn ChafFin Lynchburg, VA Bob Donna Cicchino Blairstown, NJ Richard Shauna Colella Reston, VA David L. Stacy J. Connelly Columbus, OH Michael Pat Crawford Crozet, VA Bob Wanda Daniels Williamsburg, VA Carol Jose Delfaus Virginia Beach, VA Dr. William C. Dempsey AiNSt- « .Deery, Christina K 240, 354 DeFrancesco, Mollie....268, 290 DeGaetano, Andrea G 225 DeGaetano, Nicole 299, 308 Dejarnette, Luke D 228, 308 Delancey, Chris 300 Delariva, Christian 337 DeLizzio, Amanda R 212 Delk, Courtney. 323 Delk, Lauren A 252 Dellamore, Carla 299 DeLorme, Brittany. 322 D ' Elosua, Crystal 222 Delreigo, Lindsay. 348 Delriego, Alexis 348 Delta Chi 142 Delta Delta Delta 318 Delta Epsilon Chi 315 Delta Gamma 144, 320 Delta Sigma Pi 240, 321 Delta Sigma Theta 325 Deluca, Kat 306 DeNeal, Joseph M 190 Dengler, Kathryn 222, 345 Denny, Cheryl 285 Denoff, David A 172 Depman, Megan T. 190 Depman. Melissa M....203, 341 Deputy, Kari E 253, 312 Der, David 230 DeRoche, Megan J 172 DeRusha, Christopher J 190 Desborough, Jennifer L 228,301,305,345 DeSilvis, Danielle 346 Desmond, Leanne 302 Desrosiers, Jennifer. 360 Detveilet, Todd 213 Deuchler, Matt 262 Deutsch, Benjamin P.... 190, 240 Deutsch, Chris R 172 Devir.Carli 369 Devivi, Ian 261 De Young, Laura 271 Dharamsi, Urmil K 212 Diaz, Pat 294 Diaz.Zach 217 Dibella, Julie 348 Dicke, Nancy. 305 Dickens, David J 175 Dickerson, Carolyn M 212 Dickey. Ben 356 Dickey, Erin 315 Dickey. Lauren 319 Dickie, Michael 313, 330 Dickinson, Drew. 329 Dickinson, Sara L 240 Dickson, Kelly 1 225,333 DiCostanza, Sheila 330 Diehl, Bethany T. 175 Diehl.Sam 298 Dieseldorff, Bruno 347 Dievina, Ryan 300 Difiley, Melissa 299 DiGiovine, Amy. 313, 330 Dill, Andrew T. 240 Dillard, Sherman 209, 264 Dillon, Katie 31 S Dimatco, Dana 348 Dinen, Justin M 190, 303 Dinizo, Lauren T. 175 DiOrio, Janelle 276-277 Dircken, Eric 361 Dix, Jennifer L 175 Dmuchowski, Denise M 190 Dobbcrfuhl, Jennifer K 190,330 Dodson, Brett 316 Dodson, Cassandra 333 Doescher. Jamie 330 Doggett, Rachael M 212 Doherry, James 361 Doherty, Maureen E 240,312,316 Dohertv, Shannon K 190,303,357 Dole, Tiffany A 203 Donahoe, Kate 318 Donahoe, Patrick 330 Donahoe, Patrick K 190 Donnelly, Kristen 361 Donohue, Bridget M 190 Donohue, Mike 214 Dopieralski, Lauren M 240 Doran, Shannon M 212, 334 Dorey, Ashley. 352 Dorfman, Jessica L 190 Dorosewicz, Jessica R 203 Dorrell, Jennifer 318 Dorsey, Samantha H 253 Dosch, Abigail M 212 Dougherty, Bridget 347 Dougherty, Elizabeth S 203 Dougherty, Felicia 318 Douglas, Chastity C 190 Dovel, Jason 175,316 Dowell, Morgan 356 Dowling, Ashley. 271 Dowling, Conor M 175 Downey, Clare 306 Downey, Matthew 333 Downey, Megan 348 Downham, Rhonda 318 Downing, Allison 320 Doyle, Jared 262 Doyle, Jerry. 195 Doyle, Kristi 311 Dovle, Nathan 262 Doyle, Tori 318 Dozier, Bobby. 356 Drakulich, Natalie 322 Drinkard, Janie R 240 Driscoll, Erin 359 Driskell, Bryan B 212, 361 Droms, Carl 248 Drummond, Lindsey. 356 Duanl, Courtney. 318 Dubanowitz, Natalie 352 Duck, Btandi 308 Dudick, Andrew J 175,313,356 Due, Alex 351 Duesterhaus, Lynn M 175 Duff, Sarah E.. ' . 175,312 Duff) ' , Kate 234 Dugent, Michelle 299 Duncan, Cate 348 Duncan, Toni 228,312 Dunevant, Mark 307 Dungan, Jarrod D 175 Dunham, Byron 290 Dunham, Cindy. 268, 290 Dunlap, Daniel 38. 356 Dunn, Kristi 306 Dunn, Matthew A 225 Dunn, Nikki 284-285 Dunn, Rachel E 190,347 Dunnum, Andrew. 290 Dunston, Kara 283 Durant, Gretchen R 253, 316 Dursa, Emily. 366 Dwver, Chelsea 304 Dye, Derek 109 Dzbynski, Melissa S 175, 354 Dzeudzel, Nicholas 332 Dzurovcik, Joy E....175, 18, 241 — e— Eades, Ryan , 361 Eakle, Amanda J , 175 Early, Karen 328 Earnest, Laura 301 Easome, Ashley. 320 East, Katie 345 Easton, Jessica A 190 Easton, Willie 328 Eaton, Laura 306 Eaton, Lauren M 190, 337 Ebaugh, Travis 262 Eberts, Timothy. 323 Echalar, Ricardo H 228 Echols, Alex 367 Echols, Brian 305 Eckert, Lauren 190 Eddy, Matthew. 368 Edmonds, Joshua S 175 Edmonds, Ulriak 307 Edmunds, Easley. 190 Edwards, Dana L....203, 318, 345 Edwards, Erin L 225 Edwards, Jennifer R 253 Edwards, Mary P. 241 Edwards, Scott M 190 Eggleston, Allison 345 Ehlers, Mark F. 91,241 Eisele, Timothy M 190, 298 Eisley, Rachel 338 Ekeh,Kelechi 303 El-Naggar, Ingy. 306 Elcesser, Sarah 348 Elder, Carri 276 Elder, Katie 276 Elder, Sarah E 204 Elisabeth, Erin Jones 354 Elizabeth, Diane Jenkins 339 Elliort, Chris 294 Elliott, Nato 351 Ellis, Lindsay. 76 Ellis, Meghan 306 Ellison, John 347 Elm, Caren 212 Ely, Matthew F. 241, 316 Emanuel, Autumn L 190, 303 Emmet, Timothy E 190 Ernst, Sheila 355 Emswiler, Michael P. 241 Enders, Lisa 286 Engel, Stephanie F. 212, 305 English, Emily. 182 Ensor, Theresa J 241 Eppes, John 317 Equestrian Club 322 Er.Elif. 190 Eranchik, Dan 302 Erhardt, Megan 352 Erickson, Laura E 212, 333 Esp, Kimberly N 175, 339 Espinoza, Ann E 228 Espinoza, Wilvia 342 Esposito, Alex 317 Esposito, Lauren 346 Essa, Jenny. 301 Estella, Naomi 342 Estes, Suzanne H 241 Eta Sigma Gamma 324 Ethridge, William C. II 212 Eubank, Matthew D...95-96, 228 398 index index Eubanks, Lindsay M 175 Eustis, James N 175 Evans, Bill 345 Evans, Courtney R 241 Evans, Kathryn 182 Evans, Kristen G 57, 190 Evans, Michael 182 Evans, Trade 360 Evanskey, Melissa 323 Evenstad, Shannon 319 Everett, Elizabeth 306 Evert, Leah 285, 325, 329, 363 Ewert, Scott 298, 335 Ewing, Victoria L 190,319,337 Executive Council 357 Exit 245 327 -f- Faber, Linda 190 Fabian, John E V. 241 Fafara, Jessica 308, 345 Fagan, Ryan 330, 355 Fairbanks, Brad 332 Faircloth, Emily. 348 Falcon, Christopher J 190 Falke.JackN 175 Falkenhan, Lauren 304 Falls, Tori A 175 Fanning, David 264 Fanning, Jessica 175, 310 Fargo, Alison 331, 362 Farino, Michelle 222 Farley, Sara 306 Farlow, Chad 175 Farmer, Katie 326 Faulconer, Amy. 347 Fawley, Aimee 337 Feather, Brandon 281 Fee, Meghann 354 Feerst, Rob 349 Feinberg, Amy. 331 Felton, Kelly. 301 Felvey, Elizabeth Marshall 246 Fencing Club 328 Fennessey, Jackie 318 Ferguson, Katherine 356 Ferguson, Katherine E 175 Ferguson, Katherine M 241 Ferguson, Meghan 348 Ferguson, Morgan L 253 Fernandez, Daniel 342 Ferrara, Andrew. 351 Ferraro, Kathleen 310 Ferrell, Jason T 204 Ferrer, Jamie 186 Fessler, Katherine E 190 Fettig, Zach 313 Fiala,Brad 260 Ficca, Kristen 358 Field hockey. 271 Filak, Christine 286 Filin, Patrice 280-281 Finiry, Jonny. 319 Fink, Katheryne 253, 340 Finley, Kevin C 190 Finsness, Kristen 319 Fiore, Jen 348 Firster, Allison 323 Fischetti, Andrea 356-357 Fish, Brandon C 212, 334 Fite.Nick 356 Fitzgerald, Erin 276 Fitzgereld, Mike 298 Firzpatrick, Caitlin 361 Fitzpatrick, Jo 290, 355 Flack, Gretchen A 175 Flanigan, Kelly. 31 1 Flanigan, Kelly E 253, 31 1 Fleenor, Erin M 241 Fleischman, Jeffrey. 205 Fleming. Kristie 325, 360 Fleming, Latichia 313, 325 Fletcher, Candace P. 228, 357 Fletcher, Laura M 175 Fletcher, Sarah 222 Flippin, Mike 361 Fluty, Suzanne 361 Flynn, Katie 285 Flyzik, Jami 352 Fogel, Jenna 369 Foose, Daniel V. 175, 163 Football 273 Footland, Andra P. 212 Ford, Amanda A 212 Formagus, Laura 356 Forman, Julia C 212 Forrester, Heather 329 Forrester, Megan 316, 341 Fonier, Chris 121 Fortier, Stefanie 313, 356 Former, Matt 356 Foster, Shelby. 352 Fori, Chad R. 212 Foulger, Michael 361 Fowler, Jennifer L 175 Fox, Caitlin 320 Fox, Jason 332 Fox, Julie 369 Fox, Katherine 322 Fox, Thomas P. 241 Frahm, Erin 360 Fraker, Matthew S 175 France, Christopher C 175 Francis, Alison A 204 Francis, Dana 212, 306 Franey, Katie 306 Frank, Courtney E 212 Frank, Sarah 359 Franklin, Melissa S 190 Fransisco, Juan Hernandez. ...342 Franz, Alicia L 204 Franz, Kimberly D 22S Fraser.John 290 Frayer, Melissa L 190 Frazier, Matt 230 Frazier, Rhonda L 212, 333 Freed, Julia T. 212 Freeman, Daniel 264 Freind, Katie 356-357 French, David 341, 358 Freudentels, Ricky. 332 Frick, Courtney. 352 Friedman, Wendy M 253,301,331.357 Friend, Elizabeth L 173. 229 Friend, Kristen P 253 Frisbie, Joe 337 Fritz, Caroline 348 Fulciniti, Branden A 225 Fulk, Denny. 281 Fuller, Keith 332 Fulton, Jessica C 190,352 Fultz, Joshua E 190 Funsten, Meredith 357 -g- Gabbin, Joanne 125 Gaberdiel, Steven 5 Gaiser, Jake 262 Gajewski, Jeanine 362 Gallagher, Aran 315, 360 Gallagher, Kona E 175 Gallagher, Krista 306 Gallagher. Pam 348 Gallahan, Brian P. 22 l ) Gallon, Liz C 253 Galloway, Ellyn 222, 316 Galloway, Jenna .....337 Galorenzo, Brad 330 Gannett, Katie 346 Gannon, Christopher R 1 Garber, Alison 318 Garber, James T 175 Garber, Jason M 175, 309 Garcia, Nathalie 356-357 Gardarsson, Grimur 281 Gardner, Amanda M 253 Gardner, Lauren T 241,318,357 Garfield, Chelsea 2 1 Garlock, Travis 350 Garman, Cambria W. 225 Garmiria, Kevork 96 Garner, Brooke M 193 Garner, Disa y 2 Garrett, Brian 356 Garrett, Crystal X 1 93 Garrett, Jason A 22 Garrett, Krystal 63, 354 Garrett, Suzanne 305 Garriott, Khalil P...229, 362. 367 Garrison, Evan 328 Garvey, Catherine 326 Gary, Kristen M 212, 320 Gates, Lyndsay. 303 Gaver, Lori 290 Gavy, Sarah 318 Gay, Ginny 304 Geary, Meredith K 204,323,347 Geis, Maureen 360 Gendreau, Laura B 212, 324 Genhile, Mike 298 Gentry, Summer 154 George, Aaron 255 George, Liz 285 Georgia Avenue 144 Gerein, Gina E 193 Gerlach, Bryce 48 Germani, Lisa 318 Gertin, Esther. 310, 347,360 Gertler, Sara 369 Gessler, Karla 360 Ghanaim, Nadia M 193 Ghauri, Omar. 193 Gho, Hannah S 175 Gi, Caitlin bson 352 Giasson, Theresa 241, 301 Gibberman. Ellie R 2 2 Gibbons, Lindsey. 323 Gibert, Sarah T 175 Giblin, Leigh A 175, 308, 352 Gibson, Aaron C 175. 338 Gibson, Benjamin C 175,313,330 Gi bson, Carrie T. 229 Gibson, Saidee 322 Gibson-Reinemer, Dan K 225 Giel, Lindsay M 253 Gigantino, Sarah 360 Giglio, Joy, 241 diamondpatrons Mr. Mrs. Allen G. Dorin, Jr. Glen Allen, VA Mark Carol Duckworthy Chesterfield, VA Mr. Mrs. Lawrence Durso Middletown, NJ Stuart Elkin Spotsylvania, VA David Lisa Fleming Powhatan, VA Mr. Mrs. John L. Geis Wantagh, NJ James Tuyet-Hong Hales Springfield, VA Gail Sullivan Howell Clifton VA index 399 index diamondpatrons George Pat Jacobs Woodbridge, VA Dan Barbara Kosky Allendale, NJ Dan Zorina Lally Woodbridge, VA Robert J. Mary Anne Liddell Burke, VA Michael Christine Macke Fairfax Station, VA Mr. Mrs. Michael E. Magnor Jr. Southhampton, NY Phil Shay Manuel Dumfries, VA Mr. Mrs. Donald L. Martin Burke, VA Giguere, Molly E 212 Gilbert, Heather. 323 Gilbert, Lex 319 Gilchrist, Timothy J 204 Gill, Elizabeth 316 Gillenwater, Rebecca C 204 Gilliam, Catherine 285 Gilmore, Lauren 304 Gilstrap, Laura 177 Gimenez. Daniel 281 Gincel.Vicki 315 Ginter, Gillian 360 Gipe, Russell 204 Girardi, Thomas 351 Girvin, Camm 253 Gisr, Brian 315 Gittler, Rachel 369 Glass, Brian 356 Glass, Jonathan D 193. 350 Gleason, Kathleen 306 Gleason, Virginia 206 Glendinning, Jessica A 175,359 Glenn, Andrew M 212 Glenn, Kim 360 Glick, Halie 352 Glotfelty, Ted 356 Glotfelty, Thaddeus J 175 Glynn, Heather 353 Godfrey, Jessena S 175,300 Goedhart, Eva G 225, 333 Goeller.CJ 214 Goerke, Morgan 348 Goins, Brannon 273 Goins, Lisa J 175 Golay, Scott 283 Gold, Cartney. 369 Golden, Johnalex 241 Golis. Jeremy. 337 Goll.Mike 313 Golub, Eric 231 Gonitzke, Tricia R 175 Gonzalo, Adrienne G 229 Goodall, Jessica 348 Goodine, Kristin 242 Goodman, Blair. 357 Goodman, Mike 356-35? Goodwin, Josh 276 Goodwin, Karen 337 Gordon, Douglas L 175 Gordon, Dustin 300 Gordon, Jenna L 253 Gosnell, Jessica 313, 319 Goss, Amy J 212,269,310,348 Gottschalk, Michael 332 Goudswaard, Veerle 270, 271 Gouldin. Haley E 176 Gouzd, John 262 Gowen, Charlotte 314, 367 Graaf, Danielle E 242, 301 Graduation 69 Grady, Cristin 347 Grady, Sarah M 193, 347 Graham, Emily. 306 Graham, George C 176 Graham, Lyndsay. 279 Grainer, Joshua 355 Granito, Jennifer A 229 Grant. Tiffany A 176,361 Graul.Jodi 319 Gravatt, Catherine A 204 Graven, Christina S 212, 361 Graver, Joshua 235 Graves, Erin 337 Graves, Sarah 348 Gravett, Carter. 154 Gray, Andrew. 330 Gray, Danny. 286 Gray, Jennifer 326 Gray, Jennifer L 229 Gray, Justin 217 Gray, Katie 306, 356 Gray, Matthew. 313, 356-357 Grayson, Sam 304 Grazio, Michelle 310 Green, Emily. 369 Green, Paula E 176 Green, Peyton 176, 312 Greene, Cynthia H 176 Greene, Stephanie M 176 Greenfield, Lauren 217 Greenleaf, Jen 347 Greer, Joanna L 176 Greer, Mollie 360 Gregg, Kevin 313 Gregor, April C 181, 204 Gregory, Michelle 290 Gregwave, Nick 361 Greis, Christine 315 Grenados, Alicia 348 Grespin, Matt 316 Grice, Lauren 310 Grider, Amanda 328, 341 Grieco, Lee W. 212 Griffin, Michelle 193 Grigsby, Julie L 212 Grim, Katie 346 Grimes, Kelly. 348 Grochmal, Kerry. 348 Groom, Lori A 176 Grooms, Lauren E 57, 193 Gross, Julie 318 Gross, Kate 347 Ground, Amy. 348 Grover, Michelle L 213, 288 Grubbs, April E 213 Gruber, April 310 Guenthner, Rebecca A 242 Guiney, Briana C 193, 337 GuIIey, Casey E 176 Gullickson, John M 242, 342 Gulum, Farrah 341 Gump, Jesse 285 Gundlach, Sarah H 204,304,344 Gunelin, Steven 330 Gurke, Leigh 320 Guss, Amanda E 253 Guss, Katherine M 229 Guthrie, Joyce 321 Gutshall, Dana M 204, 337 Guy, Jessica 306 Guy, Rebecca S 204, 286 Guy, Stephanie R 176 Gwaltnev, Megan 244 -h- Habib, Masood 361 Habitat tor Humanity. 316 Hacker. Tracy. 304 Hackctt. Kaitlyn 369 Hagan, Chrissy 301 Hagan, Lisa M 176, 359 Hager. Rachel W. 229. 301 Hales, Michael A 193 Hall.Alyssa 213 Hall, Charlene R...229, 300-325 Hall, Heather 323,326 Hall, Lauren 315 Hall, Sara 302 Hall, Tiffany. 290 Hallberg. Lee 337 Hallock, Katherine M...242, 359 Hally, Carolyn 213 Halterman, Harold 89 Hamby, Hilary M 213 Hamill, Margaret 213 Hamilton, Marcus 290-291 Hammaker, Amy. 369 Hammer, Christina E 214 Hammerston, Kristen 359 Hammond, Russell J 176,300,351 Hamrick, Ashley K 253 Hamrick, Brandon 334 Hamshar. Shanon L 204 Hamson, Stephanie 2Ss Hancock, Georgia V. 176 Hancock, Kevin J 214 Hand, Jason 346 Hanebury, Jessica M 176,312,358,362 Hang, Angela T. 193, 309 Hangen, Dani 348 Hanifin. Brian J 242, 356-357 Hanline, Karen R 242,341,368 Hanlon, Jerad M 214 Hannemann. Brendan B 214 Hannon, Brian J 229 Hannum, Megan 279 Hansberry, Jamie 262 Hansbrough. Marie 286 Hansen, Denise F. 254,320,367 Hansen, Hilary C 193 Hanson, Kristin 330 Happick, Jessica 352 Hardcore, Bridget 366 Hardey, Anne 341, 345 Harding. .Ashley. 347 Harding, Donalda 354 Harding, Kelly. 178 Hare, Patrick 357 Hargrave, Michele L 225, 369 Hariu, Ruth A 176,345 Harkness. Jessica L 214 Harlan, Alyse N 214 Harman, Anne K 193 Harman, Cheryl C 204 Harms, Greg 367 Harold, Joshua M 176 Harper, Erik 1 1 5 Harrell, Katherine S 176 Harrington, Summer D 204 Harris, Anshawmi 308 Harris, April 330 Harris, Gwen 291 Harris, Jennifer 348 Harris, Melissa 301 Harris, Steven F. 176 Harrison, Heather. 320 Harrison. Matt 336 Harrison, Michael 327 Harsh. Jeremy D 1 6 Harshbarger. Sabrina K 225,356 Harshorn, Joel 316 Hart, Andrew. 313. 343 Hart, Jason 356 Hart, Keira 310 Hart, Laura R 176 Hart. Rebecca 306 400 index index Harr, TenleyA 176.308 Hartigan, Kelly L 242 Hattin, Scott C 176 Hartley- Wetnet, Seth 242 Harvey, Kelly. 304 Harvey, Nicholas 316 Hasenauet, Jamie M 193 Hash, Tiffany N 229 Hashagen, Jennifer. 318 Hass, Erin 348 Hassell, Litzie 344 Hatchet, Erin R 176 Hattet, Charlie 264 Hauetet, Alex 323 Haus, Lindsay. 360 Hausner, Meghan 369 Hawkins, Sara 355 Hawley, Angie 352 Hawthorne, Leslie J 204 Hay, Leah 306 Hayden, Jennifer L 176 Hayes, Amanda L 229, 308 Hayes, Lindsey. 352 Haynes, Chris 347 Haywood, Courtney. 195 Hazelette, Lindsay L....204, 337 He, Heidi 193,312 Healey, Ashlee 326 Heath, Melissa L 215, 359 Hedgepeth, Wesley. 313, 356 Hedget. Rebecca... 222, 234, 338 Heede, Warten W. 204 Heely, Karen 361 Hegna, Ryan 286 Heil. Jeffrey E 242 Heim, Michelle L 193, 321 Hein, Kevin M 204 Heindel, Kelly M 193, 326 Heisey, Christophet P. 215 Heishman, David W. 193,313,330 Heising, Courtney 345 Helbing, Stacy E 193 Helfgott. Jeffrey D 193 Heller, Bourque 332 Heller, Caleb 261 Heller. Larissa R 215 Heller. Michael J 215 Heller, Sarah 310 Heller, Sheila R 215 Heising, Samantha 253, 256 Helsley, Keisha B 229 Helsley, Megan M 242 Helsley, Valerie M 176 Hemmerly, Mara 306 Henderson, Sarah N 242 Hendrick, Ausrin C 254 Hendrick, Christopher T.....229 Hendricksen, Mike 193,288-289 Hendrix, Alexis 352 Heneberry, Cecilia 333-334 Hennessey, Stephanie 306 Henning, Leanne M 242 Henning, Stacey. 357 Henry, Erin D 176, 308 Henry, Lauren D 176 Heptinstall, Whitney. 310 Hetbett, Ted 290 Herce, Clarita M 176 Herland, Tessa 306, 367 Hernandez, Chrissy. 352 Herr, Ashley. 305 Herring, Elizabeth M 193 Herrlich, Bridget 348 Hetttua, Nikki 348 Herzog, Jordon 336 Hess, Christi 302 Hesse, Rhea 353 Hethetington, Kirk 355 Hettick, Sarah 299 Hewirt, Emmy. 360 Hewitt, Holly. 346 Hey, Karen A. 193 Heyworth, Max 314 Hibbitts. Harry A 215 Hickcox, Ashley 204 Hickcox, Heathet. 360 Hickman. Bryan M 193,321.355 Hicks, Jeff. 286 Hicks, Lindsey. 181 Higgins, Andrew J 193 Higgins, Ashley R. 254 Higgins, Mai 351 Higgins. Matthew L 193 Higgins, Satah 348 Highfill, Catherine 254 Highfill. Owen 322 Hill, Ashla C 215, 300, 360 Hill, Erin 301 Hill, Joe 356 Hill. Ryan S 193 Hilldrup, Melanie 308 Hillel 331 Hiller, Garret D 176, 312 Hillet. Heidi 328 Hines, Raymond 273 Hinrichs, Je nna 302 Hinson, Laura 320 Hipp. Ryan 271 Hirsch, Brooke 337 Hirsch, Jack 33 1 , 349 Hislop, Gregory. 298 Hobbs, Joanne K 225, 303 Hochkeppel. Meghan K 242,328 Hodermarsky, Dan 91 Hodges. Elizabeth K 193 Hodges, Satah 299 Hodos, Daniel 339 Hoefke, Scott 302 Hoffman, Brian 52 Hoffman. Carolyn W. 215 Hoffman. Erika M 215. 316 Hoffman, Evan Z 242,356-357 Hoffman, Kelly. 330 Hoffmann, Jamie T. 242 Hogan, Chris 281 Hogan, Justin 317 Hogg, Jessica 346 Hoke, Sara 310 Holbtook, Brittany. 1 14, 303 Holden, .Andrea 368 Holfield, Tonya 308 Holl, Christine K 254 Holl.Kiki 368 Holland, Elizabeth S 204 Hollandswotth, Michael 215,347 Hollat, Jason 346 Holler, Matthew S 176 Holley, Regina L 215 Holm Dahl, Jessica 286 Holman, Jamie 348 Holman, Joanne 1 17 Holmes, Kathleen 341 Holmewood, Kevin 314 Holt, Becky. 337 Holt, Jonathan E 193 Holt, Matthew A 176 Holtzman, Daniel S 193. 315 Honec, Robert B. IV. 230 Hood. Molly E 176 Hoopengatdnet, Anna Lyn 204,360 Hoover, Pam 353 Hoppe, Erin T. 243 Hoppes, Pamela D 215 Horacek. Denise G 193 Horan, Emily L 176 Horan. Heathet. 330, 357 Horn, Charles D 254, 314 Horn, Lucie 322 Horneber, Jesse 332 Hornowski, Charlotte 348 Horrell, Stacie E 176 Horton, Chris 314 Horvat, Irene 270-271 Hoskms. Mark 209, 357 Hospital, Lauten D 204, 346 Houlihan, Michael G 204 House, Amie 356 Housenger, Justin 196 Houser, Stephanie 304 Houset, Terry. 356 Houston. Ashley B 254 Howard. Jenny. 359 Howard. Kristin 326, 357 Howard, Tazzie 91, 361 Hubbard. Mandi 304 Hubbard, Marcus C 230 Huber, Jenifer. 319 Hubcr. Parry. 299. 348 Huegelmeyer. Ann A 176 Huesdash, Jonathan A 215.294 Hughes. Katherine N...204, 341 Hughes, Sean T. 243. 517 Hugill, Melissa 361 Hulfish, Davidson M 254 Hull, Elisabeth 366 Human Condition 1 52-153 Humphtey. Bobby. 281 Hunnius, Jennv G 204, 345 Hunt, Brent M 193 Hunt, Lauta 285 Huntsbetty, Mary. 341, 345 Huot, Hillary. S(, ' Hurney. Kim 290, 348 Hussack. Emilee 292 Hussey, Jessica 283 Hutchings, Amanda 283 Hutchinson, Ketti L 178,193 Hynes, Emily. 310 diamondpatrons Allen Kathy Mason Onancock, VA Sharon B. Mathey Sterling, VA Clinton Maxwell Roanoke, VA Robert Cheryl McClintock Woodbury Hts., NJ Amerah Mc Dougal Johns Island, SC Pamela McMahon Milford, NJ Lauren E. Menzies Harrisonburg, VA Calvin C. Veronica S. Minor Fairfax, VA Iacuzio, Katie 324 Iampietro, Man-. 341 Idoni, Mara E 204 Imbrigiotta, Thomas 332 Indellicate, Cina 230, 312 Ingle, Rachel 304 Ingram, Cassie 318 Inline Hockey. 332 Innes, Andrea 348 Inouve, Megan C 230, 305, 347 Interfrarerniry Council 335 International Circle K 329 index 401 index Int ' l Trumpet Guild 316 Inter Varisty. 214 Into Hymn 316 Iochi, Rie 176 Iorio, Chris 273 Iovino. Christine M 176 Irish, Cynthia L 230 Irish, Gerald 199, 349 Irwin, Kathryn W. 176, 308 1SAT Honors Society. 319 Isenberg, Kurt 262-263 Isidoridy, Katharine H 176 lsom, Jenny. 243 Issi, Adrienne 359 J Jackson, Caitlin 348 Jackson, Elise 54 Jackson, Jeff. 308 Jackson, Jennifer. 358 Jackson, Jennifer L 230 Jackson, Kelvin A 176 Jackson, Kirkland A 176 Jackson, Nina 240 Jacob, Amanda 306 Jacobs, Deedee 301 Jacobs, Rachel 110 Jacobs, Steven 339 Jacobson, Melody. 279 Jacoby, Keith A 204 Jafari, Karya 302 Jaffe, Dana A 204 JafTe, Lauren M 204 Jaggard, Katherine M 193 James, Brian 309, 329 James, Jessica 347 James, Mary Beth 204 James, Meredith 324 James, Randall D 193 Janney, Amanda 270-271 Jansen, Katie 301 Janssen, John-Alexander 288 Javaid, Sarah 225 Javier, Ronald-Paul O 215,305 Jaworski, Katie 285 Jay, Krisha N 204 Jaycox, Michael 195 Jeanne, Bonnie Savon 360 Jefferson, Lashaunda 290 Jeffrey, Tom 290 Jeffry, Pamela D 225 Jenkins, Dm 307 Jenkins, Justin C 254 Jenkins, Lizzie 308, 348 Jenkins, Mike 334 Jenkins, Sara 347 Jenks, Zach 53, 55 Jensen, Daniel M 230, 366 leremich, Kris ten 318 Jessie, Victoria 360 Jester, Leah 338 Jett, Sara 322 Jewell, Christopher T. 243 Jo, Amie Close 344 Johnson, Allison 333 Johnson, Allison D 215 Johnson, Allison L 21 5 Johnson, Ashley. 322. 348 Johnson, Courtney. 178 Johnson, Courtney D 204 Johnson, Erin 338 Johnson, Jennifer C 193, 360 Johnson, Katie 318 Johnson, Kerry. 343 Johnson, Kevin 317 Johnson, Mark 193 Johnson, Renita A 193,325,347 Johnson, Stacey A. 243, 301 Johnston, Abigail V. 254 Johnston, Alison 243, 312 Jolly, Caroline W. 204 Jones, Dana 293 Jones, Dane M 193 Jones, Elliott 281 Jones, Janiso 303 Jones, Janna 90 Jones, Karen 310 Jones, Lindsey. 318 Jones, Meghan 322, 348 Jones, Michelle 337 Jones, Scott 305, 328 Jones, Shelley N 193, 303 Jones, Tabitha 360 Jones -Recorder, Larry. 300 Joo, Grace 309 Jordan, Daniel A 215 Josephson, Jeni J 215 Jourden, Nicole D 179 Joy, Desiree N 193 Joyce, Ashley. 204, 316 Joyce, Teri 283 Just, Emily. 322 Justice, Cynthia M 194 Juul, Kirstin 338 -k- Kacho, Alexis 177 Kaczmarek, Jennifer L 230 Kagarise, Jon 357 Kahl, Ryan C 204, 337 Kain, Katherine N 146, 148, 179.312 Kaley, Jaime 318 Kallenborn, Jennifer A 254 Kalocay, Lauren 304 Kam, Stephen H 215 Kaminowitz, Nealy. 348 Kammier, Kara 348 Kamps, Ann Kramer. 348 Kane, Eliza 306 Kane, Liam H 204 Kao, Anand 95,317 Kapetanakis. Angela 225 Kapinos. Elizabeth A 179 Kaplan, Samantha 334 Kappa Alpha 142 Kappa Delta Rho 142, 319 Kappa Kappa Psi 334 Kappa Pi 338 Kappa, Sigma 142 Karim, Dr. Altaii 305 Karlicek, Emily J 179 Karpinski, Abby A 230, 283 Karpinski, Bryant A 230, 283 Karpinski. Whitney 283 Karras, Justin 230 Kasper. Leslie A 194,348 Kass.AJ 337 Kaufiin, Kara J 204,337 Kays, Evan 290 Kean, Andy. 319 Keck, Betsy. 222 Keefer, Robert 218 Keegan. Jenn 301 Keegan, Kerry. 302 Keener, Heidi J 194 Kegel, Casey. 306 Kehler, Angela 324 Keifetz, Lindsay. 360 Kelbaugh, Sarah 346 Kelleher, Jillian 304, 353 Keller, Jen 304 Keller, Krisra 348 Keller, Lindsey. 271 Keller, Virginia L 178, 215 Kelly, Erin 352 Kelly, Jimmy. 357 Kelly, Melissa L 230 Kelly, Scott 112 Kem, Katelynn 194 Kemler, Colette 357 Kennedy, Rees 290 Kennedy, Robert N 230 Kennedy, Shannon 341 Kensinger, Steven 313 Keogh, Christine 318 Kepler, Alexis 322 Ker, Kevin 327 Kem, Katelynn 303 Kernus, Kara 352 Kershis, Jackie 352 Kevorkian, Sarah 159 Keyes, Krista A 179 Khalaf, Amelia 311 Khalil, Deena 353 Khalil. NylaM 179 Khan. Ayesha 1 179 Kidd. Jason D 215 Kidd, KeriT. 215 Kies, Jennifer M 179, 318 Kiflu, Alpha 290 Killion, Tiffany. 283 Kim, Brandon J 179 Kim, Christina 326 Kim. Eddie 262 Krm. James 261 Kim, James T. 215 Kim, Jason 317 Kim, Miriam 204 Kim, Seong H 230 Kim, Sharon 309 Kimball, Nichole B 243 Kinch, Jenny E 179 Kinelski, Lauren 362, 369 King, Brian 327, 354 King, James 260 King.Talley. 318 King, Valerie 306 Kinsey, Katherine P. 243 Kirk, Andrew M 194 Kirkland, Sarah 290 Kirsch, Jennifer E 204 Kistler, David A 194 Kistner, Seth 290 Kitamura, Emily S 243 Kittredge, Justin 300 Klalter, Heather. 323 Klein. Alexandra J 194 Klein. |anine...285, 325, 329, 363 Klein, Sarah 256 Kleiza, Lynette T. 243 Klima. Michelle C 215,324 Kline, Ashley. 306 Klingler, Maureen 271 Klinker, Mark 351 Kluesner, James 316 402 index index Knapp. Katherine L 230, 330 Knehr, Bryan 288 Knickrehm, Steve 123 Knight, Jackie 311 Knight, William B 230 Knoop, Cassie 348 Knott, Jessica M 179 Knox, Catherine 243, 324 Knutsen, Elizabeth 301 Koch, Emily B 179 Kodish, Stephen R. 204, 294 Koehler, Audrey E 243 Koerner, Philip D 179 Kohn, Peter. 333 Kohr, Keith 336 KoUros, Dan 347 Kolman, Starza 305, 347 Koon, Christopher A 254 Kori, Sachin 328 KoslofF, Kristen 348 Koss,Jill 306 Kossepka, Ulrich 264 Kouzan, Alyssa 306 Kovasik, Anne 316 Kovener, Lisa B 215 Kovoienko, Josh 281 Kowalski, Katie 304 Kozup, Sarah 329 Kramer, Steven T. 207 Krasilovsky. Howard S 207,354 Krause, Amber B 215, 337 Krause, David 335 Kravetz, Alan 1 254, 312, 355 Krempasky, Laura P. 179 Kreshouer, Vanessa 348 Kresslein, Dawn 299 Kreter, Bryan 298 Kretschy, Stacey L 194, 315 Krise, Deanna 302 Krohn, Kathleen 330 Krohn, Kelly. 178 Kruger, Greg 356 Krzanowstd, Aleksandra 179,318 Kubich. Dena L 230 Kublan, Andrei J 179 Kuilan, Juan 342 Kulkin, Joanna A. 179 Kupelian, Karen 337 Kurbel, Jennifer. 302 Kurland, Alex 1 182, 254 Kurrz, Peter. 225 Kurzban, Amy 1 179 Kutsukake, Haru 95 Kwak, Marie H 194 -1- La, Thursa 301 La Croix, Lauren M 243 La Fluer, Kerrie 322 LaBelle, Gary. 332 LaBne, Britini 326 Labuz, Stephanie 352 LaCaria. Michelle 347 Lachman, Elizabeth A. 179.308 Lachman, Jennifer. 356-357 Lacroix, Rachelle 362 Lacrosse 279 Lacy, Max 280-281 LaGarde, Catherine 301 Laguardia, Jose R 194 Laguzzi, Maria L 225 Laird, Chris 298 Laird, Corinne A 179 Lake, Gabrielle 331 Lally, Katherine 308, 323 Lally, Shannon 329 Laly, Erin M 194 Lamanna, Latrisha 306, 329 Lamberson, Nikki 302 Lambert, Sean D 81, 243 Lambert, Travis 268 Lamldn, Christina E 179 Landi, Katherine 356 Landry, John 361 Landy, Kathleen 330 Lane, Rebecca B 207 Langfitt, Allison C 207 Langhauser, Courtney. 240,321 Langholz, Vanessa 337 Langlais. Darcy. 70 Langley, Katie E 215 Lansing, Jennifer 347 Lanteigne, Ashley L 215 Lanrz, Amber N 231,338 Lanrz, Brian 313 Lantz, Sandy. 337 Lapetoda, Jennifer 290 LaPlante, Michelle R. 194 Laputka, Adrianne R 231,356-357 Larkin, Lauren A. 207,320,341 Larman, Sarah E 179 Larsen, Candace 369 Larson, Lindsay. 306 LaScella, Tina 308 Latino Student Alliance 342 Latter-Day St Assoc 323 Lattiak, Marianne 341 Lauder. David J 179 Laufer, Alexis 348 Laughner, Melissa 313, 356 Lauro, Daniel R 194, 330 LaVoy, John K 194 Lawrance, Meredith 270, 271 Lawrence, Adrienne K 179,352 Lazenby, Kimberly L 207 Leahey, Lisa C 207 Leatherwood, Brian 262 LeBlanc, Nicolette 331 Lee, Amanda 310,323,341,355 Lee, Amanda M 243 Lee, Andrea E 207 Lee, Annie T 215 Lee, Brenda H 194 Lee, Elisa H 194 Lee, Erin 244, 347 Lee, Jason P. 244 Lee, Julie 240 Lee. Kristin L 254 Lee, Mary R. 225, 333 Lee, Natalie 323 Lee, Ralph 281 Lee, Sarah B 244 Lee, Steve 300 Lees, Kelly K. 207 Lefler, Jessica G 194 Leftwich, Dawn 348 Leftwich, Kim 348 Leftwich, MaryC 179 LeGendre,Tim 290 Leher, Mindy. 279 Lehman. Ashley. 290 Lehman, Molly. 310 Leigh ton, Avi 310 Leighty, Justin D 244 Leking, Mike A. 231 Lemker, Kathleen 357 Lemley. Jennifer L 194 Leonard, John 330, 356 Leone, Sal 244, 312 Leonetti, Melissa L 215 Lermitte, William H 194 Levy, liana M 194 Levy, Jessica 316 Lewis. Alisha 290 Lewis, Barbara 234 Lewis, Char B 194, 290 Lewis, David R. 194, 290 Lewis, Drew. 298 Lewis. Jasmine 360 Lewis, Jessica W. 194 Lewis, Jonathan 302 Lewis, Lynsie 360 Lewis, Mart 300 Lewis, Renee N 179 Lewis, Trey. 308 Ley, Doug 357 Leyko, Rachel 306 Liberati, Matthew G....215. 343 Liburd, Brandon 30 Liburd, Lynn 26 Liedel, Victoria E 215 Light. Mandy. 283 Ligon. Meredith 316 Lillard.John 316 Lillemoe. Shannon 304 Lilor e, Jerianne 318. 323 Lim, Victor. 31 Lindamood, Rozine 244 Lindberg, Amanda 80 Lindsay, Aaron 290 Lindsey, Alan 262 Lineberry, Tara N 179 Lingebach, David 356 Lipkin, Sage L 254, 323 Lish, Jessie R 215,306. $55 Liskey, Annika R 21 Litchfield, Derek 361 Li toman, Cata 303 Litten, Angela J 207 Little, Judson 303 Little, Molly. 322 Little. Robert J 194 Litz. Morgan 348 Litzenberger, Jack 335 Livesay, Elizabeth 337 Livick, Evan 300, 351 Locascio, Kris 315 Locke, Angela D 207 Lodato. Lucia 362 Loder, Jennifer A 225 Loewer, Lindsay. 304 Loftus, Christopher J 194 Logan, Jenny L 231, 318 Logan, Zach 319 Logsdon, Amanda 304 Lokitis, Dana 310 Lombardi, Brooke E 179 Lombardi, Nick 155 Lombardo, Dave 283 Long, Jamie 348 Long, Sara J 194 Longest, Olivia 318 Lonsford, James 315 Looney. Kathryn C 194 Loso, Sean 262 Lothrop. Sarah E 231, 324 Lotts, Mark E. II 215 Loucks, Megan 286 index 403 index Loughney. Kate 337 Love. Tianna M 194 Lovcll, Jennifer R 207 Loveman, Ellie E 244,316,357,368 Lovinger, Daniel 331 Low Key. 323 Lowdan, Brett J 179 Lowery, Shannon 337 Lowman, Lauren 330 Lowrance, Meredith 270 Lowrey, Erin M 194, 303 Lowrie, Tara 334 Lu, Amy. 207 Lucas, Katie 326 Luck, Libby. 352 Luckting, Ellen M 225, 329 Ludlow, Ashley C 231 Lumsden, Jessica 75, 325. 329, 356-357, 363 Lundell, Ericka 348 Lundy, Ben 159 Lunn, Dara E 194 Lunsford, James K. 179, 327 Luttner, Megan G 194, 321 Lux, Andrew. 288 Lyddane, William T. 215 Lyden, Brian 262 Lvle, Timothy S 215 Lynch, Brian C 231 Lynch, Bryan 351 Lynch, Caroline B 179 Lynch. Heather M 194 Lynch. John E. Jr. 207 Lvon. Kelly A 179 m— Maas, Rebecca 306, 323 MacBlane, Adam 316 Macchio, Elise J 215. 324 Macey, Jillian 142,348 MacFarland, Breanne M 244,334 MacGregor, Courtney. 299 Machonis, Denise 360 Mack,Jonny. 319 Maclaughlin, Jamie 306 MacLeod, Brian M 21S MacLeod, Bruce A. 194 McMillan, Lauren 323 MacRae, Caidin 322 MacRae, Travis 314 MACRoCk 64 Madairy, Kristen 357 Madden, Timothy M 194 Maddux, Joel 300 Madison Dance Club 323 Madison Mk ' t Assoc 330 Madison Motorsports 199,349 Madison Outing Club 330 Madison Project J36 Madison Review 330 Madison Sociery. 350 Maedge, Alison 318 M.Kstranzi. Lauren 360 Matalc, Chri stina 315 Magaw, Kati 326 Magnor, Krin 326 Mahony. Lindsay. 2 ( l ). 315 Mahr, Valerie 100 M.m-tta, Serena 352 M.uorana. Corinne E 207 Majeed, Wagas 367 Majors, Ebony S 255. 300 Makowka, Heather N 215 Malarkev. Kathryn 324 Malcolm, Tracy. 322 Malerba. Maria 288 Malewski, Laney M 194 Maley, Mitch 262 Mallory, Jason 273 Malo, Kathleen R 231 Maloney, Erin 318 Manch, Jenny. 306 Manchester, Johnna 34 1 Mandt, Kehl R 207 Manilli, Laura 356 Mann.Alliz 318 Mann, Jennie 178 Mann. Keith 323 Mannion, Daniel P. 194 Mannion, Ryan 330 Mansell, Zacharv M 215 Mansfield, Carin 302 Manuwald. Lauren 304 Manz, Christina 213 Marable, Joel 303, 308 Marafins, John 333 Marcantonio, Michael J 194 Marchegiano, Anthony C 179,217 Marching RovaJ Dukes 31 Marcucci, Melissa 313 Marcus, Holly N 179 Marcus, Robin M 244 Margeson, Sarah E 207 Marie, Dawn Young 310 Marietta. Lisa 362 Marinak, Kevin G 244 Marino, Mary. 348 Markelz, Heather. 306 Markham, Sara A 244 Markowitz, Whitney B 255,318 Marks, Jennifer J 179 Marquardt, Patrick 361 Marras, Jennifer J 179 Marron, Tami 301 Mars, Randy. 313 Marsano, Jaclyn E 215 Marshall, Lisa E 225 Marshall. Raleigh 244 Marshall, Sarah 316 Martell, Kari 279 Martelo, Brad 361 Marti, Jose 342 Martin. Chris 262 Martin, Elizabeth 350 Martin, Elizabeth E 179 Martin, Justin 317, 349 Martin, Justin S 244 Martin, Leah E 215 Martin, Lindsay 316 Martin, Steve 305.351 Martin, Susan E 225 Martin, Tom 280 Martinez. Tony. 361 Martone, Susanna C 179 Martz, Amy R 215 Martz, Katie 301 Mas, Tami 76 Masi, Jennifer. 352 Maskey. Beth 177 Maslanka, Meghan 306 Mason, Christopher A 179 Mason, Kimm 301 Mason, Melissa J 179 Mason. Wes 314 Masone, Diane M 207 Massey, Dave 366 Mast, Beth 320 Masters. Kim 306 Matarese, James 52, 362 Matese, Lindsey. 304 Math Club 333 Matheny, Melody S 179 Mathews, Jamie L 207 Mathews, Mallory J 215 Mathews. Melody L 179 Mathieu, Stephen M 215 Mathurin, Gergory. 347 Matis, Matthew J 180 Mattar, Caroline M 194 Matthews, Jacqueline A 194,306 Matthews, Jon 314 Matthews, Mickey. 273 Martson, Katie E 180 Mauer, Jacquelyn E 180 Maupai, Danielle L 180 Maupin, Jessica 340 Maurone, Gina 356 Maxwell, Clinton S 194 Maxwell, Connie 356-357 Mayer-AshofT, Dana 348 Mayo, David 316 Mays, Jessica L 207 Mays, Lori 255 Mazarowski, Cheryl 322 Maze, Liz 323 Mazzotta, Lauren 319 McAllister, Ryan 336 McAteer, Meghan 360 McBrair, Caitlin A 180 McBroom, Beth 318 McCaffrey, Thomas D 180,354 McCahill, Kerry. 20 McCann, Cory. 320 McCann, Laura 322 McCaxron, Ashley 301 McCarter, Nick 335 McCarthy, Jacqueline 302 McCarthy, Megan 231 McClain, Maureen E 180 McCleeney Tim 343 McClintock, Susan 1 180 McClure. Meredith 283 McClure, Shannon K 215,344 McCombe, Leah C 180, 328 McCord.Eva 357 McCormack. Kelly. 357 McCrady.Ben 283 McCray, Kimberly L 255 McCray, Rachel 214 McDaniel, Michelle 340 McDonald, Ashleigh 348 McDonald. Erin E 244 McDonald, Jason A 244 McDonald, Katherine L 180.338 McDonnell, Behvin 155 McEleney. Elizabeth M 231 McElroy, Kevin J 215 McFarland, Spanky. 262 McGahuey, Lindsay. 320 McGann, Patrick S 207 McGee, K.ue M 216 McGehee. Allison 302 McGeheeJolie 205 McGettigan, Michael 288 McGinlcy, Devon 348 404 index index McGoff, Michael 303 McGovern. Kate A 194 McGovern, Maura A. ...216, 346 McGrath, Christopher. 332 McGrath, Erin E 244 McGraw, Jason 307 McGurk, Bridget M 180 McHale, Matthew G....216, 305 McHugh, Jane M 216 Mcllvaine, Abigail C 180 Mcllwain, Patrick 313 Mcllwrath, Colleen 283 McKaughan, Stephanie 322 McKay, Jessica 255 McKay, Lauren M 245, 315 McKeegan, Andrew. 328 McKernan, Rich 262 McLaren, John 286-287 McLaughlin, Ashley. 341 McLaughlin, Courtney. 337 McLaughlin, Signe 358 McLoughlin, Maureen E 180,323 McMahon, Pamela C 180 McMichael, Sarah 345 McMillen.Bob 330 McNabb, Emily. 276 McNair, Kelly L 194 McNamara, Beth 283 McNamara, Joanna M 180 McNamara, Karyn 304 McNamara, Kerry A 180 McNeish, Richard K 216 McQuary, Shannon 321 McRoberts, Laura 320 Mc Williams, Ryan 47-48, 51 Meador.Bill 290 Meadows, Carrie V G 231 Meadows, Corrie 318 Mealia, Kerry. 306 Meden, Christina 304 Medes, Jordan 154 Medosch, Carly. 362 Meeker, Amanda L 245 Mehta, Riya R 207, 341, 361 Meiburger, Joseph A 225 Meliagros, Christina 1 197 Mellard, Caroline C 225 Mendez, Erika M 197 Mendys, Meghan 348 Mengel, Craig P. 245 Menzies, Lauren E 245 Mercer, Ashley. 304 Mercke, Erica 310, 323 Merke, Kate 70 Merriam, Ryan 361 Mertz, Melinda R. 207 Meshanko, Jenna 341 Messina, Tracey C 225 Metheny, Brent 262 Metz, Craig R 197 Metzker, Christy. 282-283 Meyer, Dan 262 Meyer, Geoff. 286 Meyer, Russell M 216 Michaux, Christy. 288 Mickelson, Jamie 361 Mickelson, Jessa 306 Mickelson, Lori 330 Mido, Brian 356 Mihalick, Becca 326 Milam, Shelly. 353 Miles, Kimberly E 231 Miles, Peter J 216 Millard, Brian 337 Miller, Brian 191 Miller, Carolyn 333 Miller, Charity L 197, 344 Miller, Chris M 231 Miller, Dana N 180 Miller, Elizabeth 348 Miller, Elizabeth A 207 Miller, Greg 361 Miller, Jessica N 216 Miller, Josh 261 Miller, Kaidin 322 Miller, Katie 369 Miller, Lindsay N 255 Miller, Maggie E 255 Miller, Megan A 245 Miller, Nate 327 Miller, Rasheeda 300 Miller, Ryan 313 Miller, Stacy. 331 Miller, TaraN 216 Miller, Wes 264 Milleson,JulieA 197 Milloy, Kat 325, 329, 363 Mills, Ashley. 348 Mills, Casey. 306 Mills, David 36,39 Mills, Karen 310 Mills, Katie 302 Milstead, Scott 154 Mimm, Kristin M 255 Miner, Lindsey. 366 Minerd, Kristen 334 Minnix, James 316, 327 Minor, Kandice N 216,303,341 Mintzer, Eric D 197 Minuto, MarkR 197 Mirsky, Joanna 328 Misiti, Sara 310 Misner, Jessica 356-357 Misurda,Jill 355 Mitchell, Joanna 322,355 Mitchell, Pat 264 Mlot, Emily A 180,310 Moafi.TarikJ 197 Mock, Alyson 304 Moffett, Daniel S 180 Mogilefsky, Joshua 1 197 Mohring, Eric H 207 Mold, Beth 345 Molli.Matt 317 Molloy. Lindsay C 245 Molloy, McNevin 279 Monahan, Jen 348 Moniodis, Angie 348 Monroe, Jessica L 255 Monsalve, Maria L 180 Montgomery, Jessica 356 Montgomery, Melissa C 216 Montgomery, Rob 290-291 Mooney, Katherine E 231 Mooney, Kathy. 306, 324 Mooney, Katie 352, 358 Mooney, Pamela 356 Moore, Ashley. 343 Moore, Cortland 327 Moore, Daniel T. 245 Moore, Jonathon S 180 Moore, Lauren A 216 Moore, Lisa M 180, 338 Moore, Liz 360 Moore, Rebecca 355 Moore, Stephani 308 Moore, Towana 36 Moran, Katie 346 Moreau, Rebecca A 255, 302 Morehouse, Alexis J 231 Morein. Jennifer 356, 369 Morelli.Jen 360 Moreno, Mickey S 197 Moret,Todd 264 Morgan, Nadine 267 Mornza, Leslie 178 Morris, Andrew. 332 Morris, Ashley. 356 Morris, Caroline A 255 Morris, Chelsea 348 Morris, Josh J 197 Morris, Kelly. 320 Morris, Kristin 315 Morris, Leigh 326 Morris, Merrick. 360 Morris, Nicole E 225,353 Morris, Sam 348 Morris. Whitney R 255 Morrison, Colleen C 207 Morrison, Jennifer L 216 Morrone, Kristy. 348 Morse, Clint 288 Morse, Kathryn 356 Moruza, Leslie P. 180 Moseley, Johanna P. 207 Moser, Carrie 326 Moss-Solomon, Joe 281 Moulton, Michael M 197 Mowad, Tony A 197 Mover, Ashley. 346 Mover, Brian 351 Muller. Jeff 361 Mullins, Derek N 245. 308 Mumlord, Abigail C...180, 3I '  Munas, Jill 360 Mundt.Jeff. 355 Munro, Ben 280-281 Munson, Emily. 302 Munson, Robert 313 Murphy, Katie 52, 55 Murphy, Kendall 348 Murphv. Rvan F. 216 Murphy. Theresa 254 Murphy. Tim 316 Murray, Sarah I Murray, Stephanie 31S Murren, Cara J03 Murshid, Nadine 197 Murtough, Meghan 1 Musser, Andrew F. 20 Muth, Jenny L 231,361 My Blue Pill 15S Myers, lames A 255 Myers, Laura L 180 Myers, Lauren 357 — n— Nadal, Nicole 360 Nagel, Julie 213 Nahlik, Christopher..... 185, 357 Nakles, Rebecca E 255 Naparlo. John 264 Naquin, Chris 281 Nardi. Brooke 348 Natalie, Julie 348 Nat ' l Society Coll. Scholars 333 Navarrete, Michael R...197, 354 Navitsky. Matthew. 337 Naylor, Kristin 301 Neal, Kathryn S 180 Neary, Shelia A 207 Neisser, Jennifer D 245. 301 Nelson, Jennifer N 207, 354 diamondpatrons Lee Anne Jack Steffe Bob Janelle Swensson Vienna, VA Mr. Mrs. Raymond Swisher Birdsboro, PA Art Marcia Talboo Nesconset, NJ Mr. Mrs. John R. Tanner Hewitt, NJ Leslie Ed Tourigny Annandale, VA Dennis Marilyn Weatherby Linwood, NJ RADM Mrs. Christopher Weaver Washington, D.C. index 405 index diamondpatrons Judge Mrs. John E. Wetsel Jr. Winchester, VA Bill Cheryl Wilburn Warrington, PA Mr. Mrs. Timothy M. Williams Great Falls, VA Mr. Mrs. James J. Wilson Richmond, VA Martha Doug Wood Heathsville, VA Mr. Mrs. Herman Wright Farmville, VA Sarah H. Wright Virginia Beach, VA Mr. F. Wunder Albany, NY Nelson, Robert L 197 Nemerow, Daniel 307 Nemeth, Tara 348 Nesbitt, Greg 262 Nester, Melinda B 216, 353 Neufeld, Laura A 207, 306 New 6c Improve! 339 Newbill, Jaime 322 Newby, Brian R 197 Newell, Alison M 207, 348 Newman, Bobby. 367 Newman, Colleen P. 207 Newman, Jon 88 Newman, Lesley P. 1 80 Newnam, Jenifer A 216,324,341 Newton, Laura 306 Nguyen, Carol 309 Nguyen, Carol L 245 Nguyen, Carolyn L 225 Nguyen, Kim 341 Nguyen, Long 309 Nguyen, Long H 216 Nguyen, Thi N 216 Nguyen, Trang 316 Nguven-Dinh, Kim-Trang...302 Ngyuen, John 93 Nicholas, Meagan A 232,306,308 Nicholas, Mike 286 Nicolich, Krisry. 362 Nido, Brian 357 Nielson, Jesse S 216 Nighdinger, Stephanie A 180, 192,315,323 Nimmo, Ashley. 368 Nixon, Erin 360 Nixon, Kristi 285 Nixon, Lisa 306, 357 No, Yoojung 180 Noe.Nick 268 Noll, Kendra 348 Noonan, Sarah 303 Norcross, Kara K 216 Nordgren, Blu A 232 Norell, Sonja C 216 Norman, Colleen M 207 Norman, David 332 Norman, Jean Marie 197 Norman, Jessica L 255,331,341 Norris. Dwight 290 Norris, Jessica J 180,322,354 Norris, Jonathan E 180 North, Erin 355 Northcroft, Sally. 270-271 Note-oriery. 353 NoTharp, Richard 362 Nothnagel, Julie M 207, 290 Nottingham, Curt 280 Novia, Lauren 302 Nunnally, Erin E 255 Nurse, Michelle 315 Nursing Students Assoc 333 Nyguen, Trang 222 Nyhan, Sean 317 — o- Oatcs. Katie 352 O ' Brien, Beth 318 O ' Brien. Elsbeth A 180 O ' Brien, Jennifer A 197 O Knen, John C 180 O ' Brien, Megan J 207 O ' Brien, Molly. 352 O ' Brien, Nancy A 216 O ' Brien, Scott K 180,313,330 O ' Brien, Tracy. 348 O ' Brien. Zane 281 O ' Connell, John 316 Odagawa, Satoko 207 O ' Donnell, Rachel R. 180.308,312 O ' Doyle.Kylc 298 O ' Dwyer, Brian 356 Ogawa, Akiko 207, 346 Ogle, William 339 Oglesby, Melanie C 232 Oh, Joanna H 180 O ' Hara, Sean 313 Olaughlin, Brian 314 Oldham, Kristen A. 180 Olin.Kris 319 Olivo, Jessica L 1 80 Oiler, Daria 346 Olson, Amelia C 255 Olson, Christina 308 Olson, Max 298 O ' Malley, Courtney. 314 Omartian, Jennifer. 329 O ' Neal, Kelsey. 306 O ' Neil.Tip 319 O ' Neill, Kathryn E 245 O ' Neill, Liz 312 O ' Neill, Monica L 197 O ' Neill, Shaun 305 Opala, Joseph 124-125 Opilla, Amy. 341,345 Opitz, Craig E 197 Optimist Kids ' Klub 340 Oravec, Jessica 318 Orellana, Claudia 342 Oribello, Jennifer M 180 Orrell, Emily. 369 Ortiz, Kimberly. 361 Osbourne. Janet N 197 Oskin, Hilary. 331 Osl, Emily Marie 216 Ostrander, Ryan 206, 327 Ouerbeck, Kimberly. 357 Overstreet. Katie E 207 Overton, Rob 280-281 Overtones 343 Owen, Lauren 319 Owens. Christopher M 197 Owens, Donetl 308 Owens, Jonathan 351 Owings, Katie 283 Ozment, Danny. 327 Ozment, Michael 327 -P- Pabis, KariC 207,279 Pack, Amy C 180 Pack, Cassie 320 Pack, Whitney A 180 Packard, Angela D 207 Paddol.Jenna 301 Page, Jamie 322 Pagelow, Brandon 337, 362 Painter, Tiffany A 232 Pak,Andy. 351 Palarca, Mario 298 Palazzola. Jeffrey D 232. 347 Palfrey. Michael 328 Pallnoh, Kathryn 356 Palumbo, Sarah 366 Panagot, Leslie 31 1 Panhellenic Council 344 Panichello, Stephanie 352 Pantano, Holiie E 180, 310 Panus, Staci L 208 Paolctti, Amanda 303 Papa. Casey. 283 Papafil, Kyra 318, 362 Pappicco, Matthew D 216 Paradise, Lauren 48, 51 Pardalis, Alison 285 Park, Christy J 183 Park, Eunsun 197 Park, Kyle 319 Parker, Kate 337, 357 Parker, Kathleen M 232, 337, 357 Parker, Kellye A...183, 350, 357 Parker, Kristin 325 Parks, Ashley. 323 Parmelee, Courtney. 360 Parrish, Kim 23 Parsons, Alison 348 Paruszewski, Devon 317 Pascal, Matthew B 245 Passero, Amy. 352 Patterson. Diana P. 197 Patterson, Josh 302 Patterson, Lindy M 216 Pattie, Lori 348 Pattison, Drew. 366 Patton, Ian C 183 PaulyDanni 91 Pavel, Jade P. 216 Pavell, Jennifer 337 Pawluch, Andrea L 197 Payne, Ashley. 290 Payne, Ashley M 256 Paynter, April 316 Paynter, Greg 283 Pazdan, Kate 186 Pazmino, Jennifer L 216 Peace, Jason 228 Peace, Laura A 197 Peacock, Benjamin T. 216 Peacock, Katie 271, 346 Peck. Julie K 183,304 Pecoraro, Bryan A 159,208 Pederson, Lauren 305 Pedon, Amy. 348 Pen.Lexi 318 Pepin, Ashleigh C 256 Pequignot, Adam H 197 Perdew, Lisa 285 Perdue, Elizabeth N 197 Peretich, Melissa 1 232 Perez, Cartney. 356 Perkey, Kristen 366 Perkins, Elliot 351 Perlis, Janelle 270-271 Perrine, Courtney. 348 Perron, Sara 334 Perroy, Alexander R 183 Perroy, Andrew T. 197 Perry, Dodge 356 Perry, Doug 23 Perry, Jess 348 Perry, Lindsay. 366 Perry, Lindsey A 183 Perry, Melissa N 197, 306 Perry. Shannon 256 Persica, Dan J 197 Persico, Jena 302 Perticone. Matt 332 406 index index Peters, Melissa 301 Petersen, Sarah 254, 353 Pettengill. Ginger R 232, 324 Perzold, Kimberfy. 356-357 Pfahler, Maureen 271 Pflueger. Sean M 183 Pham, Danny. 316 Phelan, Amanda 318 Phengsitthy, Mary. 309 Phi Epsilon Kappa 337 Phi Gamma Delta 356 Phi Sigma Pi 347 Phillips, Amanda 320, 322 Phillips, Blair N 245 Phillips, Bryant C 216 Phillips, Carrie 270-271 Phillips, Lori 302 Phillips, Mary. 337 Phillips, Meredith 301 Philpott, Al 161. 163 Phipps, Megan 348 Pi Sigma Epsilon 337 Piantedosi, Jenny. 358 Pic, Jennifer N 256 Pierce, Jessica E 216 Piercey, Fred 300 Pierson, Jessica 326 Pierson, Rachael....l 17, 119,308 Pillor, Laura 304 Pineres, RJcardo 356 Pinkerton, Lesley. 318 Pino, Brian N 152-153, 216 Pinter, Angela M 245 Pipkin, Laurel 353 Pirela, Claudia 342 Pitkewicz, Matt 332 Pitkewicz, Tim 332, 345 Pitt, Christopher. 281 Pitter, Tashyan 329 Planakis, Jason M 232,302, 357 Plank, Jessica 346 Platz, Christine 348 Plefka.Jon 264 Plott, Carrie 324 Poerstel, Brooke 177 Poindexter, Michelle 337 Poindexter, Teresa M 208 Polak, Kristin 279 Polansk, Matthew E 197 Polansky. Ross D 197 Polo, Ashley. 352 Pomano, Brett 290 Ponds, Michael 307 Poor, Sarah 317 Pope, Becky. 283 Porter, Amy L 197 Porter, Joshua 330, 356 Porter, Kaitiin M 256, 311 Porter, Joshua 313 Porter, Rebekah A 183, 31 1 Porter, Virginia 178 Portugal, Lindsay. 348 Post, Eric 290 Post, Hunter 316 Posthumus, Jonathon B 225 Potestio, Kerri 318 Potter, Brittney. 360 Pouliot, Amanda 316 Poullath, Renata K. 197 Pounds, Martin T. 232, 357 Pournaras, Vasilios A 183 Powell, Amy M 216 Powell, Jennifer L 197 Powell, Megan 178 Powell, Meghan 369 Powers, Ashley. 304 Powers, Lydia C 183, 338 Pre-Physical Therapy. 341 Prebeck, Hannah 255 Preddy, Alena F. 216 Prendergast, Erin 341 Pressimone, Julie 323 Preston, Channing 199 Preston, Kate 359 Prewitt, Judith 333 Pribbenow, Albert E 183 Price, Andy. 336 Price. Caitlin 348 Price, Jaime 316 Price, Jessica L 216, 337, 353 Price. Jonathan 361 Price, Kelly E 183 Price, Meri 318 Price. Rebecca J 216 Price, Shanna 267 Price, Zac 357 Priddy. Kara 310 Pridgen, Alyson 322 Prin, Katie 306 Priscandaro, Jen 315 Pritchett, Meghann 369 Privett, Barry. 154 Prockton, Daniel 254, 361 Procopio, Chris 349 Proehl.Kyle 307 PROMotion 337 Proost, Carrie 283 Prousalis, Hollymarie 183 Provencher, Annie 222 Pruiett, Cheryl T. 225 Prusek, Whitney. 306 Pryor.Jane 318 PsiChi 341 Psychology Club 341 Psychology Peer Advisors 345 Puckett, Andy. 261 Puckett, Paul 336 Puentes, Jessica 342, 361 Purcell, Katrina M 232, 345 Pustay, Kevin C 197 Putnam, Grant 361 Putt, Megan 358 PycJefferyA 197 Pylypchuk, Steph 261 q Quantock, Shannon 318 Quesenberry, Alisa A 245 Quesenberry, Robin 301 Quinn, Cesey. 325, 329, 363 Quinn, Jessica 60 Quirk, Brendan 356 — r— Rabie, Tariq A 216 Rackers, Danielle 324 Radin, Tina 306 Rafferry, Janice 352 Raffo, Kiernan 270-71, 279 Rahl.Chrisie 348 Raider, Ed 90 Railan, Puneel R 216 Rainbolt, Jim 261 Rainwater, Lacey. 360 Raleigh, A. Marshall 361 Ramirez, Parricia 315, s-i2 Ramlall, Nitin N 19 Ramont, Mac Vicar A 197 Ramos, Isabel R, 245 Rankin. Jennifer N 225 Rannells, Carlene 348 Rapagna, Darren R 197 Raponi, Katie 352 Rasberry, Christa 325 Rasper, Erica L 183 Rastogi, Akhil 22 Ratcliffe, Rarty. 319 Ratliff, Jason 327 Ray, Amylee 302 Ray, Jason 349 Raye.Janell 183 Raynes, Danielle J 183 Razos, Maria 318 Read, Lindsey A 198, 352 Reagan, James B 232 Reamer, Jesse 161 Reavis, Amy M 198 Rector, George 358 Redden, Julia 48. 1 23 Redmore, Jennifer. 331 Reed. Jennie 337 Reed. Josh 316 Reed. Kristen L 198 Reed, Patrick M 246 Reese, Lindsey. 306 Regalado-Lopez, Tomas 242 Regen, Andrew. 298 Register. Lewis 300 Reia, Barry. 254 Reid. Brandon H 183 Reid. Brody. 286 Reid. George R 208 Reinhard, Joshua 298 Rella.Deanna 306, 329, 341, 345 Rens, Alison 348 Rentz, Ashley K 183 Repp, Kristi N 232 Retringer, Donna 356 Reustle. Christine 348 Reutinger, Brian.. 290 Reves. Nicole R 183 Reynolds, Canie 232. S41 Reynolds. Daniel 356 Reynolds. Stephanie 356 Rezner, Lisa 343 Rheault.John 110-111 Rhodes, Carrie 369 Rhodes, Kate 306 Riaab, Ronald 355 Ricchiuti, Chrisrina M 183 Ricci, Danre 299 Rice, Becky. 325. 329, 363 Rice, Kendall 352 Rice, Stephanie L 183 Rice, Thomas H 198, 313 Richards, Andrew. 313 Richards, Crystal 329 Richards, Sarah 310 Richardson, Andrew S 183 Richardson, Heather P. 198 Richardson. Rebecca A 216,346,357 Richardson, Shane 323 Richardson, Tiffany. 318 Richardson, Tim 93 index 407 index Richwine, Emily. 347 Ricketts, Lawson 60, 246 Riehl, Morgan 312 Riesenfeld, Katie 279 Rigley, Kriscine 369 Rigsby, Mitch 262 Riley, Courtney H 256 Riley, Lauren M 216 Rill, Kim 322 Rinaca, Aaron 351 Ringler, Nicholas S 216 Ringler, Sarah L 225 Rinker, Dave 268 Rinker, Lin dsay. 360 Ritchie, Sarah R 232 Roach, Caroline] 183, 306 Roach, Laura 283 Roach, Seth 305 Robbins, Brandon P. 246 Robbins, Carrie E 216 Robbs, Austin 323 Roberts, Doug 334 Roberts, Elicia N 183 Roberts, Ellen 321 Roberts, Jenna 318, 323 Roberts, Justine E 198 Roberts, Karen 323 Roberts, Molly M 216, 324, 337 Roberts, Sarah 302 Robertson, Jessica 320 Robey, Jason 327 Robinson, Jaime 360 Robinson, Jordan 306 Robinson, Justin 300 Rocco, Diana 348 Rockley, Alexe 316 Rodgers, Catherine H 183,347 Rodrigo, Sandra R 183 Rodriguez, Erick 342 Rodriguez, Jill L 256 Rodriguez, Shamel 351 Rogers, Barry. 290 Rogers, ChetN 198 Rogers, Kimberly J 246,324,341 Rohr, Chris 351 Rohrer. Amy. 178 Ronen, Melissa R 198,347,357 Rooney, Pat 77 Rosado, Marie 253, 342 Rose, Linwood 22-27,80,134 Rose, Lindsay. 325, 329, 363 Rosennah, Lauren 318 Rosenthal, Ellen K 225 Rosenthal, Josh 97 Rosinski, Jenn 352 Ross, Jen 322 Rosser, Lindsay. 352 Rossettini, Timothy J 183 Rossi, Allison K 256 Rotaract Club 345 Roth, liana 347 Rothrock, Meredith J 256 Rotz, Rebecca K 256 Rountree, Travis 345 Rouse, Amanda R 183 Routzahn, Shannon 323 Rovansek, Elizabeth K 246 Rowe, PaulS 183 Rowland, Arthur J 198 Roy, William H 183.330 Rozier-Smolen, Andrew. 336 Rozsa. Nathan 305 Rubino, Jennifer. 318 Rudman, Sarah J 183 Rudolph, Beth 356 Rudy, Jennifer 346 Ruel-Bergeron, Julie 348 Rufo, Renee 232, 306, 310 Ruhland. Catherine 326 Rules, Chino Monteleon 317 Rumbley, Sara E 216 Runion, Brad 161 Rupprecht, Joanne E 256,306 Rurie, Michelle L 198 Rushing, Kristin L 233, 369 Russell, Felicity S 183 Russo, Dan 313 Ruthetlord, Lindsey. 310 Rutledge, Andrew. 281 Ryan, Chris 109 Ryan, Ian 302 Ryan, Krisitina L 183 Ryder, Bob 261 Ryder, Sharon 260-261. 343 — s — Saberinia, Hanieh 301 Sacher, Eric A 183 Sacks, Mike 356 Sadick, Alaina 186 Sager, Lisa M 216, 279 Saholsky, Julie E 198 Sajko, Gina M 208 Salazar-Salame, Hector. 60,62,354 Salbego, Evan E 256, 316 Salisbury, Mary- Paige 348 Salmon, Peter G 216, 347 Sample, Sarah 320 San Juan, Michelle M 233 San Pedro, Michelle 299 Sanaie, Jessica 322 Sandel,Leah 302 Sander, John 161 Sanders, Brad S 208 Sanders, Harold D 208 Sandoval, Ximena 342 Sanford, Jenny. 183 Sanford, Katrina 311 San tana, Richard 281 Santanello, Erin 337 Santanna, AJissa 270-271 Santra, Lisa 216, 361 Santucci, Gina 318 Sanyour, Molly. 318, 319 Sanzari, Lisa 348 Sapp, Jason 347 Sappington, Rachel 279 Sappio, Kristin E 208 Saracino, Deanna 283 Saraiva, Gruschenka M 183 Sasscer, Summer M 183, 338 Saunders, Bethany A 256 Saunders, Christine 318 Saunders, Emily M 198 Saunders, Katie S 208, 345 Saunders, Shannon 268 Sawetz-Glasener, Amanda 208,341,345,348 Sawyer, Kate K 256 Sawyer, Kelly. 304 Saxon, Jayme M 208, 345 Sayler. Cassandra M 216 Scalone, Joseph L 198 Schaal, Brittany T. 183,308,354 Schafer, Grant 252 Schafer, Jessica 318 Schak, Colleen D 198 Schambach, Sarah E 198, 337 Schatte, Sean 361 Schenk, Ashlee 285 Scherer, Devin T. 225 Schlosser, Keri 285 Schmalenberger, Whitney A 216 Schmitt, Allison 348 Schnable, Matt 64 Schnebel, Kristen A 246,356-357 Schneider, Germaine 361 Schneider, Jacqlyn 310 Schneider, Stephanie 246 Schnieder, Germaine 290 Schnurman, Christine 315 Schoemer, Amanda M 246 Schomo, Erica 352 Schoonmaker, Christine M 225,302 Schreibman, Stephanie 348 Schrock, David 192 Schroeder, Beth 334 Schroeder, Todd J 233 Schroen, Mariah 206 Schroff, Stuart 356 Schubert, Abbe 344 Schubert, Helen 337 Schucker, Matthew B 256 Schulrz, Hans 45 Schuman, Lauren 185,330,346 Schumin, Ben F. 183 Schuster, AJ 233 Schutte, Sean 199, 349 Schwartz, Allison J 183 Schwartz, Evan 233,331,367 Schwartz, Jared 347, 354 Schwind, Kara 284-285 Sciarini, Kathleen M 217 Scott, Ben 151-152 Scott, Billy. 351 Scott, Emily. 369 Scott, Ian 290 Scott, J.J 184 Scott, Megan E 256, 361 Scott, Pamela R 208 Scouel, Cate 348 Screen, Andy. 290 Scruggs, Chris 323 Seager, Lauren E 246 Sealock, Michelle R 233 ,324,352 Seamans, Jessica R 184 Seberhagen, Erika 306 Second, Steve 288 Seder, Michael 330 Seegers, Shane 313, 330 Seguin, Cat 290 Seidell, Bridgette M 217 Seidenburg, Rachel 301 Seiler, Marcus 119 Selbe, Anthony. 356 Sell. Amy M 198 Selles, Erica 306 Semenov, Alyona 184 Semon, Lindsey D 217 Scndak, Katie 352 408 index index Senense, Juscin 343 Sensabaugh, Leslie A 233,333,357 Scnseny, Jennifer E 217 Serkes, Allison C 208 Serraino, Kathy. 177 Sette, Megan 356-357 Seward, Elizabeth W. 198 Sexton, Carrie A 184 Sey.Ida 348 Seymour, Chip F. Jr 217 Shafer, Rachel 306 Shaffer, AllHson 306 Shananigans, Mike 315 Shannon, Katie 304 Shannon, Summer. 361 Shannonhouse, Traci L 217,318 Shapalis, Becky. 348 Shapiro, Jeanette M 233, 312 Sharrard, Johanna 368 Shawcross, Richard 290 Shayesteh, Yassaman 218 Shea, Colleen B 233 Shea, Trevor. 281 Shean, Ryan 270-271 Shear, Lauren B 218, 276 Sheediar, Megan 302 Sheerin,Pat 298 Shehan, Maryann E 218 Shehan, Tricia J 256 Shelton, Keisha M 218 Shen, Yu-LiA 256 Shenk, Jared 334 Shepard, Steven B 184 Shepherd, Molly. 341 Shepherd, Samantha E 218 Sheridan, Danny. 280-281 Shifflett, Amy. 324 Shinault, Hannah L 256 Shipplett, Sarah C 218 Shirafkan, Makan 198 Shlcor, Megan E 233, 330 ShockJey, Barbara 318 Shore, Natalie 279 Shores, Michelle E 246 Short, Kristin N 233, 312 Showaker, Allison N 246 Showalter, Drew. 323 Showgun, Xavier. 347 Shreve, SethA 218 Shroff, Stuart 356-357 Shue, Sarah 318, 356-357 Shulleeta, Melissa 341 Shultz, Elizabeth B 233 Shultz, Gillian P. 183 Shultz, Marvin M 183 Shunk, Marsha 303 Sibson, Sean D 184 Sick, Matt 356 Sidlow, Steranie 319 Sigma Alpha Iota 359 Sigma Iota Alpha 363 Sigma Kappa 348 Sigma Nu 142,351 Sigma Sigma Sigma 144, 352 Sigma Tau Delta 345 Silber, Ben 334 Silber, Russell 343 Silvester, Sara R 225, 348 Simek, Jacqueline 198 Simmers, Canessa N....233, 330 Simmons, Julia 301 Simon, Erin 331 Simon, Liz 288 Simone, Alicia 319 Simone, Nicole 306 Simons, Christopher R 218 Simons, Kara 324 Simpson, Amy. 352 Simpson, Jessica 1 12 Sims, Amanda... 322 Sims, Catrina M 208, 360 Sims, Stacy. 198 Singh, Kathryn K 184 Singh, Keshav. 281 Sinnott, Raymond J 184 Sinopoli, Maria C 223, 322 Sioss, Katie 306 Skaug, Stian 280-281 Skillen, Amanda 306 Skladany, Karly. 283 Skotchdopole, Chelsea 360 Skunda, Courtney. 348 Slack, Lauren M 123,246,369 Slayer, Abbie L 184 Slepsky , Paige 304 Sloan, Meghan 348 Slominski, Ryan J 246,290 Slough, Sara 330 Slusher, Kyle 298 Smalls, Spaulding 300 Smarr, Christina E 218 Smiley, Philip 337 Smiley, Tara 306 Smith, Alan E 198, 335 Smith, Andrea 302 Smith, Bryce 308, 357 Smith, Caroline 320 Smith, Carrie 271 Smith, Charles W. II 208 Smith, Courtney R 198, 337 Smith, Craig 222 Smith, Donald C 208 Smith, Emily. 338 Smith, Frank 354 Smith, JeddH 198 Smith, Johanna M 208,341,347 Smith, Kelly. 356 Smith, Laura N 184 Smith, Leslie 333 Smith, Michelle 290 Smith, Nathan 333 Smith, Robert 264 Smith, Robyn M 184, 357 Smithwick, Carrie L 218,344,348 Smolin, Peter A 208 Smyth, Diana M 184,299,369 Snead.John 288 Snowden, Bahar. 348 Snyder, Carry S 246 Snyder, Jenny. 160 Snyder, Jessica A 256 Snyder, Katherine E 184, 308 Sobel, Janet D 218,315 Soccer, men ' s 281 Soccer, women ' s 283 Sochacki, Tom 281 Sochaski, Erin 358 Sofield, Kristin 318, 345 Softball 284 Sohus,Endre 198 Sokolowski, Mary K 223 Solomon, Justin 357 Somers, Johanna 323 Somerville, Morgan 306 Sommer, Valerie M 218 Sondermann, Kristen 271 Sonnenberg, Brittany. 322 Sorem, Justin P. 198 Soroka, Maryn 246, 331 Sorrell, Ryan 346, 357 Sorrentino, Joseph.... 51 Sorrentino, William A. Ill 184 Soulatha, Boupha 352 Soupios, Cathryn 304 South, Chris 347 Southall, Adam R 233 Southern, Jerame 272 Sparrow, Beth 222 Specht.JamesJ 198,356-357 Speese, Genevieve 322 Spencer, Jordanna J 184 Spencer, Wesli 323, 356-357 Spicer, Catherine A.. 233 Spider, Glenn 345 Sports Club Exec. Com 346 Spray, Amanda 80 Sprinkel, Katie 308 Sprouse, Sara M 208 Sprouse, Scott 337 Sputlock, Bryson 303 Spurlock, Catharine B 198 St. Clair, Patricia A 177 St. Jacques, Gregory J 198 Staab, Kate 306 Stack, Dave 368 Stacy, Brandon S 233 Staedt, Lisa 279 Stagliano, Brian M 198 Stahler, Sarah L 184, 359 Stander, Lindsay. 318 Stanitz, Sarah 340, 362 Stanley, Aaron 152 Stanley, Lauren E 184 Stannard, Kelly. 178 Stanton, Amy. 306 Stathis, Chris J 246 Stava, Ryan 355 Stetanelii, Noelle 145, 301 Stein, Melanie E 219 Stein, Scott M 208 Steinberg, Joshua 313 Steinberg, Lindsey. 331 Steinberg, Rachel 299 Steinhoff, Jessica 349 Steinhoff, Lisa L 184 Stellute, Angela 301 Stemp, Chris 313 Stemp, Kelly. 290 Stender, Angie Cantje 304 Stephenson, Gregory S 208 Stephenson, Stephanie B 208 Sterlacci, Brett 185 Steward, Kathryn E 247 Stewart, April M 247 Stewart, Clare 355 Stilwell, Julianne 326 Stilwell, Lauren 358 Stitt, Kristin 348 Stockburger, Katherine D 219 Stockdreher, Drew. 290 Stockton, Patrick 286 Stoessel, Julie 317 Stokes.A. 123,158, 279,357 Stollery, Chuck 336 Stone, Chelsea 322 Stone, Jennifer 306, 341 patrons Mr. Mrs. D.W. Ferguson Mike D. Field Granville Teresa Fields Mike Sharon Garber Rondald E. Beth P. Kahl Bob Jana Klass Dr. Mrs. Frieder Martina Klein Rocky W. Betty J. Gary Mr. Mrs. Charles E. Green III i j ;.: n.- fo -ini Vim . « index 409 index patrons Ashton Marita Hardy Jennifer Hawkins Clarita M. Herce Gordon Jeanne Heyworth Robert Jennifer Humphrey Frank Monica Kiley Daniel Zorina Lally Francis C. Lourdes A. Mac Donald Mike Jill Mathieu Jean Bill Martin Solomon, Martin 218 Stone, Leslie D 208, 337 Stonev, Chris 313 Stoney. Levar. 356-357 Storms, Heather. 301 Storms, Jason 315 Storus, Jaclyn 256 Stough, Ashley L 247 Stowell, R.H 298 Strait, Julie 318 Strand, Jennifer. 306 Strano, Laura A 223 Strasbaugh, Jennifer L 219 Stratton, Whitney. 369 Strauss, Stephanie 302 Strawsnyder, David 323 Stream, Amanda B 198 Streeper, Lindsay. 360 Street, Susan L 208 Stregerjill 184 Strong, Dave 155 Sttother, Roger. 356 Stroyd, Amanda 299 Stuart, Peter E 208 Student Ambassadors 354 Student Athletic Trainers 346 Student Duke Club 357 Student Government Association 22, 356 Smpec, Kathleen J 219, 302 Sullivan, Abby. 305 Sullivan, Courtney B 198, 369 Sullivan, Elaine 352 Sullivan, Ian C 234 Sullivan, Michael 330 Summers, Kattina D 219 Sumner, Ashley B 247, 323, 357 Sundquist, Jukka 280-281 Sung, Kisoo 347 Surace, Michael J 196, 234 Suritz, Adam M....184, 336, 357 Suter, Cory A 256 Suthard, Robert L 198, 321 Sutor, Matt 357 Sutten, Debra 324 Swain, Darcy. 306, 322, 355 Swan, Donald J 219 Swank, Elizabeth K 184 Swanstrom, Kitska 285 Sweeney, Richard S 219 Swenson, Sheryl L 234 Swensson, Erik L 219 Swim Club 358 Swimming Diving 286 Swindells, Katy. 282-283 Swing Club 1 12 Swisher, Scott 321 Symerlon, Shane 351 Szabo, Karen L 256 Szott, Lisa A 208 -t- Tadic, Datio 317 Tae Kwon Do 361 Taegel, Julie 367 Taggart, Sarah W. 219 Tagye, Carrie 62 Tahmassian, Sevana 219 Tait, Melissa M 198, 354 Taliaferro, A 325, 329, 363 Tangchittsumtan, Cattina H...184 Tarrant, Laura 354 Tarrant, Suzanne E 247 Tashner, Kim 361 Taverna, Julie A 184 Taylor, David 323 Taylor, Gayle A 184 Taylor, Jessica 312, 360 Taylor, Jessica L 234 Taylor, Joe 356 Taylor, Jonathan 321 Taylor, Katie 354 Taylor, Leslie 323 Taylor, Matthew C 256, 356 Taylor, Whitney. 367 Teats, Rachel L 184 Teets, Laura 301 Templin, Kathenne E 184 Tenenini, Melissa 326, 330 Tennis 288 Terminella, Adam C 198 Tessier, Dorothy G 208 Tessino, Jen 360 Teweles, Daniel 331 Thach,Vail 306 Thacher, Becka 361 Thacker, Julie A....223, 320, 344 Tharp, Richard 307 Thaxton, Cynthia D 208 Theobalds, Katherine 317 ThetaChi 142, 144,213 Theurer, Kendra M 219 Thomas, Benjamin C...219, 305 Thomas, Erik K 219 Thomas, Jenna L 184 Thomas, Jennifer A 208, 341 Thomas, Katie S 208, 308 Thomas, Maria 290 Thomas, Matt 341 Thomas, Meghan 318 Thomas, Sarah M 184 Thomas, Waynitra 290 Thomason, Brooke 304 Thomasson, Lisa C 208,323,347 Thomosen, Andrew. 302 Thompson, Cristy N 234 Thompson, Eric 351 Thompson, Kristine M 184,301 Thompson, Lisa 341 Thompson, Matthew A 184 Thompson, Rachelle L 184,313 Thompson, Ryan 356 Thomson, Ashlee 306, 344 Thotesen, Katherine E 247 Thormahien, Adam R 198 Thorn, Kevin 356, 357 Thornton, Megan K 184 Thotp, Steve 290 Thrift. Sarah E 198 Throo, Kate 314,356 Tibbs, LisaC 219 Tichauet, Kate H 184,312 Tietney, Amy K 184 Tiffany, Christina 366 Timmel, Kristen 313, 324 Ting, Olivia 360 Tinglev, Kim 283 Tinnell, Amanda R 219, 257 Tinsley, Jessica 347 Tinsley, Robert L 198 Tippett, Andrea N 208,357-358 Tobias, Lauren 369 Todd, Carolyn L 219, 324 Tolliver, Whitney L 184 Tomko, Benny. 336 Tomko, Sara 343 Tomlinson, Tiffany. 324 Tonakarn, Anita 219, 309 Toomey, Katie 348 Topper, Cameron S 257 Towne, Tracey. 290 Townley, Kristin 306 Townshend, Carrie L 219 Towsey, Jessica L 257 Track Field 290 Tragert, William 332, 354 Tran, Steve 317 Tran,Thai 198 Tran, Tram H 234 Trapp, Kevin 281 Traynham, Beth 184, 348 Tremonte, Matt 358 Triathlon 355 Trice, John 281 Trigger, Laura S 247 Trigilioi, Bethany. 178 Triolo, Chris 367 Troidl, Geoff. 317 Truell, Kristin 178 Truitt, Alex L 257 Ttumplet, Ashley. 359 Truster, Arthur. 356 Trussell, Mike 262 Trzeciak, Anthony. 332 Tu, Lana 309 Tucker, Rhonda J 219 Tuddenham, Mike 281 Tulley, Erin 63 Turek, Cassie 359 Turlip, Shannon L 219 Turner, Ashley. 300 Turner, Eldet 323 Turner, Meg K 219 Turse, Sarah M 219, 305 Turton, Anna 290 Tussing, Jess 290 Twardzik, Melissa 352 Tyler, Thomas 355 Tyree, Jennifer. 320 — u Ulelha, Jennifer 279 Ulky.Attila 257 Ultimate Frisbee 368 Underwood, Amy. 352 Underwood, Lauren 302 University Program Board 217 Upschulte, Jeana L 208, 347 Ural, Emily. 290 Urso, David J 60, 184, 354 Utsch, Ashley. 318 Utc.TysonJ 219 Utz, Matthew. 184 Uvena, Matthew. 234 —v— Vachnavetski, Anne. 348 Valeant. Anne 325,329,337,346 Yak-mi, Christina 304 410 index index Valle, Jennifer N 117-18, 184,308,362 Valoris, Billy. 313 Van-BaJlegoogie, Elizabeth.. ..270 VanAcker, Taylor N 208 VanAuken, John B 219 Van Santvoord, Hart 281 Van Yperen, Kathryn 316 VanDerander, Jamie 330 Vanderelst, Rebecca 288 VanDevander, Jamie V. 234 VanDyke, Marisa N 198 Vangjel, Matthew 316 VanLuvanee, David R 219 Varner, Amy K 223 Varrell, Jennifer 306 Vaughan, Jon 346 Vaughn, Dana L 257 Vaughn, Jamie 348 Vaught, Daniel J 257 Vazquez, Balmary. 223 Venafro, Anthony. 313 Veness, Megan B 184 Verth, Krista 288 Vesey, Caleb 155 Vicale, Leslie 299, 352 Vickup, Cheyanne 355 Vigliotta, Jamie 97 Vigliotti, Beth A 219,290 Vikner, Sarah 198, 304 Villacrusis, Raphael 317 Villarroel, Elizabeth 306 Virginia Biotech 355 Vogel, Toni 358 Vogl, Alexis J 219 Voigt, David G 198 Volk, Angela 302 Volleyball 292 von, Felix Lepee 367 Voss, Megan 300 Vozza, Danielle M 198, 340 Vu, Dianne N 201, 315 Vu, Jonathan D 247, 332 Vu-Do,Chloe 348 Vuono, Emily. 1 10 — w— Wachendorf, Elizabeth T. 201 Wackley.Matt 343 Wade, Gavin 327 Wade, Lindsay. 361 Wade, Matt G 184 Wagner, Amy. 345 Wagner, Kjmberly 334 Walfish, Leslie S 184 Walger, Brooke 301 Walker, Andrew. 281 Walker, Brandon 331 Walker, Erin J 247,301 Walker, Hudson C 201 Walker, Jennifer 352 Walker, Robert L 152, 187 Walker, Ryan 366 Walkley, Ashley E 117-118,187,308 Wallace, Anthony. 290-291 Wallace, Lauren N 257 Wallace, Meghan J 247 Wallace, Scott 290 Wallenhorst, Jason A 219 Walling, Kyle 262 Wallis, Stephanie 354 Walsh, Couttney A 187, 352 Walsh, Erin 318 Walsh, Jason C 1 87 Walsh, Michael J 208 Walsh. Sean M 223 Walsh, Susan 320 Walter, Erica 299,318 Walthet-Thomas, Lyndsey. 356-357 Walton. Bill 290-291 Walton, Brenna R 187, 362 Walton, Carter. 308, 337 Wampler, Denise 346-347 Wanderlingh, Alfred 351 Wange, Jennifer L 201 Ward. Elizabeth 290 Ward, Erin 352 Ward, Jean N 219 Ward, Jennifer. 299 Ward, Kathryn 318 Ward. Kenny. 328 Wardell, Tess 328 Wargo, Brett 276 Wargo. Kirnna L 223, 347 Warner, Arianna 48 Warner, Lindsey. 283 Warner. Samantha 279 Warren, Sharon H 257, 309 Warthan, Jennifer 329 Wasaff, Margaret 302 Washburn, Sarah 306 Washington, Mike 290 Waters, R. Logan 187 Waters, Ryan C 208 Watkins, Deveda 303 Watson, Erin T. 187 Watson, Luke 351 Wattenmaker, Amanda B 187 Weatherlct. John 319 Weaver, Carolyn S 187 Weaver, Carrie 345 Weaver, Dana 271 Weaver, Lauren M 219 Weaver, Stephanie L 223 Weaver, Tiffany. 356 Webb, Amanda 330 Webb, Jennifer R 201 Webb.Wes 366 Webber, Elizabeth A 247 Webber, Mary. 286 Weber. Willis 214 Webster, Kristina 321 Weckstein, Scott 319 Weir. Elizabeth 313 Weiss, Adam R 208 Welborn, Katie 345 Welch, Alexander J 19, 331 Weldon.ArinL 187 Welsch. Meredith 323 Welsh, Susan A 187, 360 Welti, Andrew R 219 Wenger, Elizabeth 329 Wennersten, Jess 346 Wenzel, Kirsten 306 Werner, Andiew W. 223 Wesolowski, Kristeri L 201 West, Christopher C 187, 317 West, Meredith 348 Westcott, Kathryn J 201 Westin, Ashley 304 Wcstrick. Heather A 208 Wetzel, Diane 356 Whalan. Lorena K ,.219, 333 Wheatcroft, Adam 261 Wheeler, Amy. 234 Wheeler, Wendy K 187 Wheeler. Zach 298 Whelan, Cathrine 318 Whitaker, Ginger 309, 313 Whiiaker, Lindsay-Anne 369 White, Amanda L 201 White, Andrew. 49-50 White, Laura 341 White, Leigh Ann 46 White, Lindsey H 187, 319 White, Mindy. 357 Whited, Brian C 219 Whitehead, Kenny. 264 Whitehead, Maureen 369 Whitehurst, Natalie L 201, 303 Whitesell, Gteg 269 Whiteside, Carly. 304 Whiteway, Kendall 248 Whitfield-Clark, Philip 205 Whitley, Kristen 355 Whitley, Leighann M 247, 350 Whitney, Bill 1 52 Whitney, Sara 234 Whitten, Matt 161, 163 Whirwell, Rachel 330 Wickre, Darrick 313 Wiehn, ElissaA 187 Wienheimer, Donnie J 201 Wiest, Calley. 186,205.234 Wiggs, Carly F. 247 Wilcox, Brian 96 Wiley-Holman, Anita 356 Wilfong, Brian 1 201 Wilke, Mary K 247, 31 1 Wilkerson, Lori A 201 Wilkerson, Melissa 347 Wilkins, Alstongabrielle 356 Wilkms.Hal $55 Wilkins, Stephanie A 223 Wilkinson, Erin 345, 353 Wilkinson, Evan L 247 Wilkinson, Raven L 234 Willard, Amy. 341 Willard.Anna 369 Williams, Aaron 1 219 Williams, Adrienne J 257 Williams. Audrey T. 1 87 Williams, Betsy 341 Williams, Bill 3 1 5 Williams, Brittany. 360 Williams, Chris... ' 264 Williams, Courtney K 187 Williams, Craig 314 Williams, Jon 327 Williams, Justin 313 Williams, Katie 323 Williams, Kerry V. 219, 360 Williams. Mandy L 201, 352 Williams. Marhonda Y. 219 Williams. Pam 1 59 Williams, Sara R 201 Williams, Stephanie J 187 Williamson, Kelly E 201, 337 Williamson, PJ 317. 368 Willis, Chris 290 Willison, Shannon 341 Wills, Amber N 201 Willson, Iaura M 201 Wilmer.Jared 327 Wilson, Aaron 208 Wilson, Ashley. 356 Wilson, Charles A 234 Wilson, Christina 348 Wilson, Danielle D 234 Wilson, Drew. 362 index 411 index patrons Arleieh Katherine Rice Tom Janis Snead Jeff Wendy Steinhoff Jean B. Turlington Robert B. Tyson Mr. Mrs. James H. Walsh Mr. Mrs. Christopher S. Werner Gail C. Williamson Richard D. Winkler Dr. Vella South Wright Robert Paulette Zottig Wilson. Erin 348 Wilson, Frenita 303 Wilson, Katie 306 Wilson, Laura A 208 Wilson, Leslie A 257 Wilson, Lindsey. 313,328,330,356 Wilson, Maria A 187 Wilson, Mia 51 Wilson, Portishead 339 Windham, Joseph C 201 Wingfield, Charmaine L 234, 300, 303, 360 Winn, Kim 299, 337 Winn, Vicki 325, 329. 363 Winter, Cory S 257, 356 Winters, Kevin M 187, 356, 357 Winters, Ryan M 219 Wise, Candice E 219 Wisener, Kevin 328 Wist, Caroline C 208 Witt, Kim 331, 359 Wolfrey, Michelle 348 Woltz, Ryanne M 201 Women of Color. 360 Women ' s Club Basketball 311 Women ' s Club Lacrosse 319 Women ' s Club Volleyball 360 Women ' s Club Water Polo 360 Women ' s Lacrosse Club 319 Wong, Kim L 201 Wood, Alex 247 Wood, Claire 290 Wood, Diana M 234 Wood, Logan 319 Wood, Robby. 321 Woodfield, Amanda M 38,248,356,357 Woodfolk, Robin 300 Woodhouse, Douglas T. 235, 339 Woods, Nikki P. 219 Woodson, Stacey L 208, 337 Woodward, Jessica L 248, 366 Woodworth, Beth 346 Woolf, Joseph 302 Workman, Lizabeth 357 Worster, Elizabeth A 178, 219 Worthington, Anne C 235, 306 Worthington, Lauren 348 Wrestling 294 Wright, Brandi 31 1 Wright, Brandon M 187 Wright, Jenna A 187 Wright. Kathryn 360 Wright, Krisroffer P. 235 Wright, Melanie N 187 Wright, Wanda 300 Wunderlich, Linsey. 352 WXJM 64,366 Wyatt, Amber L 187 Wylly, Sarah A 235, 354 Wyman, Emily J 201 Wyman, Melissa D 187. 356 X Xia, Nan 219 -y- Yeatman, Tiffany D 257 Yemisci, Tuna 235 Yip, Christine 341 York, Lauren 362 Yost, Adam E 187 Young, Adam 307 Young, Meghan 279, 337 Young, Sean 281 Younger, Doug 88 Yowell, Sherri L 235 Yudson.Phil 317 Yunker, Melanie D 201 Yurek, Christopher A 248 Yurgelun, Kate 326 Yuskavage, Julia K 257 Yuspen, Robin 324 Yville, Deanna 300 Yvonne, Stacy Claytor 325 Zabadoski, Jennifer E 219 Zaccagnino, Lauren A 187, 355 Zafiris, Christina 361 Zahn, Greg 351 Zannino, Denise A 223, 341 Zannino, John 334 Zappala, Dan 298 Zavacky, Julianne 192, 235, 302 Zavros, Eleni N 223, 329 Zellner, Alexis H 208 Zelnick, Hillary. 352 Zerby, Nicholas M 219 Zernhelt, John 273 Zesinger, Margie 288 Zeta BetaTau 142 ZetaTau Alpha 144,369 Zetelski, Jessica 360 Zevallos, Rosemarie 348 Zibell, Katy. 360 Ziberna, Brian A 248 Zidzir, Kristina 208 Zimmerman, Lisa 290 Zimpel, Molly R 219 Zobelsky, Mike 300 Zook, Sarah 285, 325, 329, 363 Zottig, Vanessa M 201 Yancey, Lydia D 223 Yancey, Tara 320 Yang, Ji Sun 201 Yates, Sarah 248, 320, 329, 350 Yeager, Kyle R 219 412 index christina m. massa jared b. neville thomas j. gowen III Photo by Morgan Riehl memoriam 413 thecolophon The 2003 Bluestone, volume 94, was created by a student staff and printed by Taylor Publishing Company in Dallas, TX. The 416 pages were submitted on disk using Macintosh versions of PageMaker 6.5, Adobe PhotoShop 6.0, Adobe Illustrator 9.0 and Microsoft 98. Brian Hunter served as publishing representa- tive and Glenn Russell as account executive. The theme was developed by Jen Carter, Jessie Cino, Sally Duff, Rachel O ' Donnell and Jessica Taylor. Jessie Cino designed the opening and closing sections. Clare Burchard, Jessie Cino, Sally Duff Peyton Green, Heidi He and leanette Shapiro designed each of the other four sections. The featured groups purchased pages within the organization section. All university organizations were invited to purchase coverage with the options of two-thirds of a spread, one-third of a spread or an organization picture. Members of the staff wrote all copy, students enrolled in SMAD 295 C and 395 C journalism practicums and volunteer student writers. The copy editor, managing editor and editor-in-chief edited all copy. Unless otherwise noted, all photographs were taken by the Bluestone photography staff Portraits in the classes section were taken by Candid Color Photography of Woodbridge, Va. All athletic team photos were taken bv staff photographers or provided by JMU Photography Services. Organization candid photos were taken by the Bluestone photographers or provided by the organiza- tion. All color film was developed and printed by Wal-Mart Photo Labs. All black and white film was developed and printed by King 1-Hour Photo. Designed by Sally Duff, the cover is Black Matte material with Tan 887 silkscreen applied. Type styles include- body copy: 10 pt. Agaramond; captions: 7.5 pt. Myriad Roman. Headline treat- ments include- dividers: Cezanne, Cambridge and Agaramond; features section: Cambridge and Arial; classes section: Casalon and Agaramond; sports section: Helvetica; organizations section: Agaramond. Editorial content does not necessarily reflect the views of the university. The editor-in-chief accepts responsibility for all content in this book. The Bluestone is distributed on campus at the end of the spring semester to any James Madison University undergraduate student at no charge with the presentation of their JMU Access Card; however, the number of books is limited to 7000 copies. The Bluestone office is located in Anthony Seeger Hall, room 217. The staff can be contacted at MSC 3522, Harrisonburg, Va. 22897; (540) 568-6541; fax (540) 568-6384; www.jmu.edu thebluestone; www.jmu.edu thebluestone; email: the_bluestone@jmu.edu. ■ 414 colophon speclalthanks our families jmu administration Carter Family Dr. Linwood Rose Cino Family Dr. Richard Whitman Duff Family Jerry Weaver Taylor Family Cindi Dixon O ' Donnell Family Media Board Members taylor publishing company blue-stone alumni Brian Hunter Melissa Bates Glenn Russell Marshall Farris Frank Myers Jennifer Hawkins Allison Miracco university photograph) ' sen ices Glen Nicol Diane Elliot Elizaberh Parsons Cathy Kussner university organizations sports media relations The Breeze Curt Dudley WXJM Milla Sue Wisecarver UPB candid color photography postal services Kurt Araujo JMU Postal Services Dave Kuhn Federal Express John Bechet US Postal Services Marti Cook local photography companies computer services WalMart Photo Lab Chrisropher Steckroth King 1-Hout Photo Eric Tanks Glenn ' s Fair Price Stote local busine WalMart Kinko ' s Staples Friendship Industries events conferences Connie Kerlin Mark Cline Debbie Miller university faculty cv staff Tara Armentrout Diane Hamilton-Puffenbarger Sherry Hood Connie Minnick Bill Posey Donna Sharp Katie Morrow Wendy Jaccard Flip DeLuca Donna Dunn university services Anthony-Seeget Housekeeping Staff Recycling Center Warehouse Complex Financial Aid Scholarships Accounrs Payable i Photos by Bluestone staff special thanks 415 i Photo by Brian Coker 416 the end