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

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•delta Sigma theta sorority, inc. Sharing memories, a scrapbook displays Delta Sigma Theta ' s red and black colors The book was one of many scrapbooks available for viewing at the Delta Sigma Theta luncheon. Photo by jewels Cundrum Enjoying time with sisters, alumna Marcma Williams dmes at the Delta Sigma Theta lun- cheon for alumnae and cur- rent members. The luncheon was held in the Highlands Room and celebrated the sorority ' s 35th anniversary. Photo by jewels Gundrum Performing during a step show, members of Delta Sigma Theta incorporate their Supergirl theme The sorority was founded in 1913 at Howard Univer- sity by 22 women. Photo by Mmdi Westhoff Front row: Kanieron Spencer, Chiquita Cross. Linia Duncan. Circle K Circle K was started in 1936 by Ki- wanis International and became the largest collegiate service organiza- tion in the world. The organization performed service projects through- out the communit ' to promote service, fellowship and leadership. Front row; BlII.i Taul. |,iiiiu- t iiiiiui, Al.iiii.i iii.niu. lUliia Paul. ,S( ' iii .i Dtsai; Second row: Linda Laarz. Mamit- SiU-n. Jcniiilci Sthwarl , Emily Thornton, .Allison Forrest, Snzanne Fleming; Back Row: Parag I ' ai ikh. Meredith Wessels, .Avery Daugh- ert . Holly Boiling, Matthew Sears, 1 262 I Organizations

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' ' f ? ( • -1J ' : Dancing during Tri Delta ' s Deltas Gone Wild routine, junior entertains the crowd with her moves. The Tri Delta Executive Office recognized the Gamma Tau chapter for its accredita- ;4, ' mi f ' n r a i tion plan, a report on the operations of the chapter. Photo by Mindi Westhoff Ab jflL ' f A 1 Adding to the dancers ' per- ■ - ' :- - ■ M ■ formance, the hands section ' ' ip J j H I performs choreographed, synchronized background motions. The hands section practiced twice a week for the majority of spring semes- ter leading up to Greek Sing. Photo by Mindi Westhoff Front row: Allison Garfield. Sara Wist, Meagan Mihaiko, Tami Torano, Megan Johnson, Melissa VVoolson: Second row: Amanda Deutinger, Beth Cromwell. Heather Hussey, Priyanka Bhatia, Ariel Greenlee, Rachel Barker, Beth Vahabzadeh, Adriane Mullins, Sara Borsari, Lindsay Campbell, Amy Breeding, Rachel Couchenour, Sydney Paul; Third row: Kate Cogswell, Sarah Johannes. Heather Denucce, Stephanie Marino, Amanda Bornarth, Kimberly Simmons, Charlotte Claflin, Katie Bennett, Lindsey Troup, Carla Blumenthal, Katherine Cestare, Kim Fuhrmeister, Jaime Benator, Shannon Thacher; Fourth row: Laura MacNaughton. Lauren Hoffman, Kristin Birk, Emily Johnson, Michelle Panasie- wicz, Beth Cipollo. Beth Foster. Stephanie Graves. Elizabeth Wilkins.Juli Jacobs. Becca Webb, Caitlin Kuzma, Briana Marcantoni. Rebecca Trudel, Cristen Cravath; Fifth row: Ashley W ' hite, Li Mcintosh, Katie Shaffer. Whitney Seulke, Heather Cote, Eve Brecker, Ashley Oakey, Lauren Maggitti, Erica Calys, Mary W augaman. Stephanie Scamardella, Sara Shell, Ally Goff. Kristin Halberstadt, Kate Kennedy; Back row: Erica Walker, Grace O ' Sullivan. Anne Blessing, Alii Marshall. Lauren Coble, Stephanie Galing, Lyndsay Hooper, Ashley Garcia, Alison Malinchak, Maggie Guy, Tamara Kinney, Sarah Fuchs, Danielle Buckley, Dana Vetter, Jackie Cole, Kim W inters. Front row: Traise Rawlings. Molly Campbell. Jennifer Bishop, James Loizou, Morgan DeHaven, Danielle Fowler, Daniel Jurich, Christine Smith; Second row: Lauren Mur- phy, Jessi Lewis, Mike Fletcher. Anne Feild, W ' ill Martz, Eric W ' uestewarld, Corbin Craft, John Pierce; Back row: Garrett Johnson. Will Fawlev, Andrew Williams. Ryan Hoiman, Drew Massengill, Robert Gordon, David Garland. Cinemuss Cinemuse was the university ' s pre- mier film club that aimed to educate the community about classic, inde- pendent and foreign films through exposure, discussion and analysis. The group was founded in 2005 and hoped to help aspiring directors, screenwriters and actors come togeth- er to explore their interest in film through various activities and events. Delta Delta Delta 126!

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onorabe n ov t n f n -jf J r ir i i r x r y by Brianne Beers DST members participate in events like Adopt- A- Highway to better the community. Y r Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. strove to make a difference at the university on the basis of schol- arship, sisterhood and service. As the first Black Greek organization chartered on campus, the Iota Alpha chapter was private and nonprofit. Delta Sigma Theta ' s most important principle was to offer both assistance and support through its reputable programs in the community. The orga- nization established a five-point thrust system that served as the root of these programs. The fi ve-point thrust consisted of economic development, educa- tional development, international awareness and involvement, political awareness and involvement and physical and mental health. Our main goal was service to our surrounding community and fellow peers, said senior Chiquita Cross. The members of Delta Sigma Theta worked ex- tremely hard to contribute as much as they could to both the campus and the community. This included church clean-ups and the Adopt-A-High- wa)- program. On Saturdays, the sorority mentored local girls aged 11-14 as part of a program known as Delta Academy. The girls were tutored in the areas of technology, self-esteem and academic suc- cess. The sorority ' s Miracle on 35th Street toy drive provided 75 children at the Boys Girls Clubs of America with a day of fun activities. Every child received a gift from the drive. Delta Sigma Theta started the year with its an- nual back to school barbecue before classes started. It was an opportunity for incoming freshmen to mingle with and meet other students. The chapter commemorated its 35th anniversary in 2006 and members organized a weekend of activi- ties. Many chapter alumnae attended the celebration, including eight of the 1 1 charter members. The sorority and its members were awarded manv honors. Senior Linia Duncan, vice president, won the coveted honor of Ms. Madison during Homecoming. One of the biggest accomplishments for Delta Sigma Theta was winning the Center for Multicultural Student Services-sponsored Home- coming step show competition. The women not only placed first, but also received Best Costume and Best Entrance recognitions. We work very hard to balance schoolwork, jobs, executive board positions in other organizations, a personal life, and Delta Sigma Theta, and we usually excel in all areas, said junior Tiffany Griffin. Delta Sigma Theta joined with Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc., to plan Code Red Weekend, an event that raised money for the Valley AIDS Network. Sev- eral exciting events took place, including the Blackout Party, which was co-sponsored by the Black Student Alliance. One of the sorority ' s main events was its an- nual date auction, called Choose Your Flavor. The members of Delta Sigma Theta worked to- gether diligently to accomplish their goals while mak- ing a positive difference. I love being a Delta and furthermore a Delta in this chapter. We do so much, and it is time consuming, yet it is so rewarding to know that you helped to make something happen on this campus, said Cross. Every day, we ' re out there representing those letters Delta Sigma Theta, trying to help those who may not know or understand who we are or what we ' re about. We knew this wasn ' t go- ing to be easy when we decided to become members, but nothing worth being a part of ever is easy. Club Swimming Club Swimming allowed students of all levels to develop their swimming skills while making new friends. The club held two-hour practices five days a week and students could compete in swim meets. Front row: Meghan Uncapher, Will Waite, Theresa DeCoursey, . udra Socinski, Emily Braun, Emily Barker, Dana Humbert, Mandi Reeder: Second row: Molly McHarg, John Gullickson, Megan Kennedy, Jessica Novak, Katelyn Hodges, Sarah Bowling, Courtney Rejzer, Christa Samaha; Back row: Melissa Dunn, Beth Strickler, Pat Allgier, Annie Marks, Kelly Patullo, Molly-Armine Manwaring, Adrienne O ' Rourke. Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. 1 263 I