Check out this incredible 360-degree campus video from JMU Alum David Bittner (Class of 2015). What is this witchcraft??? Just watch. Note: If you're watching on your phone, just move your phone around for the full effect. If you're on a laptop or desktop, click and drag to move. This mind-boggling video technique is done with a lot … Continue reading This Week: Best of the Web
Study Abroad Words of Wisdom
At JMU, students have a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to travel the world all while earning class credit—and summer is a prime time to do it! The Office of International Programs (OIP) offers 5 full semester, and 62 short-term programs in the summer alone! JMU offers extraordinary opportunities; it’s just up to up to you to go out … Continue reading Study Abroad Words of Wisdom
Best of the Web: Businessweek Ranking
It's a great time to be a Duke. With spring semester coming to an end, the 2016 college rankings are in. As you may have already seen on JMU's website, the College of Business was included in Bloomberg Businessweek's final rankings of undergraduate programs. On top of that, JMU was included in Times Magazine's list of 20 Public … Continue reading Best of the Web: Businessweek Ranking
Best of the Web: Student on the Voice
This week, we are featuring upcoming freshman Gina Castanzo (Class of 2020). In March, Gina was a contestant on The Voice where she nailed her performance of "Cecilia and the Satellite"by Andrew McMahon in the Wilderness. After the audition, Blake Shelton added her to his team of talented vocalists. Now, she is bringing her talents to Harrisonburg. … Continue reading Best of the Web: Student on the Voice
Wilson Cupola Bell Ringer Retires
Peyton Manning is not the only one who is hanging up his gloves in 2016. After 31 years, this is also the last ride for JMU legend “Coop” Payne. Coop is the Wilson Hall cupola bell ringer. Every day, his job is to ring the Wilson bells every hour, on the hour. Before he rides off … Continue reading Wilson Cupola Bell Ringer Retires
This Week: Best of the Web
For this week's edition, we are featuring an original video by Michael Jacobs, who led an Alternative Spring Break trip to Atlanta, Georgia this year. This awesome video is a true testament to the life-changing impact that ASB provides. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d1KFeNc0YU0&feature=youtu.be In 2016, about 395 students participated in Alternate Spring Break. A total of 28 … Continue reading This Week: Best of the Web
Not a [JMU Informational Email] Article
On a daily basis, JMU students have a tendency to wave-off the automatic emails from the university. Do I get annoyed when I open my inbox and seeing [JMU Informational Email]? Sometimes. Do I read those emails? Not always. Does the name Kathy White from Packsaddle Ridge Golf Club ring a bell? Before you disregard this … Continue reading Not a [JMU Informational Email] Article
10 Things I Learned from President Alger
Last Thursday, President Alger was the guest speaker at MADtalk, which is a monthly meeting organized by JMU's Honors Program. The event consisted of three students conducting an informal interview with President Alger. I compiled a list of the top 10 things I took away from this experience. Everyone wants a selfie - From the minute he … Continue reading 10 Things I Learned from President Alger
Best of the Web: JMU Ranks #6 for Safe Spaces
Diversity in colleges is more important now than it has ever been. To show support for the an inclusive and diverse community, college campuses across the country have instituted 'Safe Spaces' to encourage an environment where students of any race, gender, sexuality, class and ability can go to talk openly with others without any pressures of prejudice. This … Continue reading Best of the Web: JMU Ranks #6 for Safe Spaces
Top 5 Things I Will Miss About D-Hall
Our time with D-hall is coming to a halt. By Fall 2016, hungry JMU students will no longer flock to the circular building when the clock strikes 11 for lunch, or when the grills are fired up for the evening meal. Next year, all that will be left of D-Hall is an amazing legacy. Our memories on this sacred … Continue reading Top 5 Things I Will Miss About D-Hall