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Same JMU THIRD THURSDAY Tradition -- NEW LOCATIONS!

Given that our tradition of having JMU alumni happy hours EVERY third Thursday is nearly 5 years old, we figured it's time to switch things up a little. While much is still the same --start time is 6:00, JMU ladies are lookers, and single guys are in high demand -- both the Virginia Beach and Norfolk locations are new! JMU people can always be counted on to be fun and friendly so why not come out and join us

May 15, Black Finn in Norfolk's Waterside, ($3 you-call-its - that's anything behind the bar AND complimentary appetizers!). Congrats class of 2008! Join us in welcoming new grads to the area.

June 19, Gordon Biersch , Town Center, VA Beach (extended happy hour specials for JMU alumni).

July 17, Black Finn in Norfolk's Waterside, ($3 you-call-its - that's anything behind the bar AND complimentary appetizers!).

Happy Birthday JMU
It's not too late to do an act of service in honor of JMU's 100th birthday! Be a "centennial supporter" of the Tidewater alumni chapter scholarship with a donation of $19.08, in honor of the year JMU was founded! To give, simply click on the following link and scroll down (http://www.alumniconnections.com/olc/pub/JMD/events/event_order.cgi?tmpl=events&event=2107948.0).
While you're there, be sure to check out the details on the 5th annual JMU Alumni Beach Party!

Chapter Planning Meeting - May 22nd, Ocean View Fishing Pier, Norfolk 6:00pm Get a sneak preview of our beach party location and watch the sun set over the water as we make final arrangements for our upcoming beach party. Volunteers needed to help plan kids games and to assist with the silent auction. Questions? Contact TidewaterChpt@yahoo.comp>

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5th Annual Tidewater Beach Party

Come enjoy some summer fun with fellow JMU alumni, family and friends!
Date: June 14, 2008
Time: 1:00PM - 4:00PM ET
Location: Ocean View Fishing Pier
400 W. Ocean View Avenue Norfolk, VA 23503

Click here to register


Adults $20 in advance (The price increases to $25 after May 9th and to $30 at the door.) Children (ages 12 -6) $6 (Children age 5 and under FREE)

Featuring a cookout on the deck (hamburgers/hot dogs/chicken & sides) and adult beverages (3 tickets good for beer, wine or well drinks), kids games, DJ entertainment, & lots of opportunity to hang out with DUUUUKES, who as you know, are always a good time! This is a ready-made opportunity for a reunion amongst old friends, teammates, roommates, sorors & frat brothers-- champion the idea of having them all gather this weekend at the beach!

This year's event will include a SILENT AUCTION so be sure to bring your checkbooks. (We won't have the ability to process credit cards on site.) Event held rain or shine. No refunds!

Being JMU's centennial year, we are increasing our efforts and raising our fundraising goals. The beach party is the sole annual fundraiser for the Tidewater Alumni Chapter Scholarship Fund, which we're hoping to endow when it reaches $25,000 and provide scholarships to financially assist students attending JMU from the Tidewater area.

Click here for directions

Thanks to our scholarship supporters:
Patti Plecker ('83)
Long John Silvers - David Grimm ('74)

If you are interested in becoming a sponsor or donating a prize (or know someone else who would be interested), please contact Alison Cooper at TidewterChpt@yahoo.com

Greater Hampton Roads Duke Club Spring Tour Social 2008
May 21st, Jillian's Waterside, 6:00 8:00pm. $40 per person (kids under 12 are $15) - includes drinks, dinner, dessert, Jillian's game cards and the opportunity to interact with and hear from JMU athletic staff and coaches. RSVP to Craig Stallings at Craig@stallingsandassociates.com


Duke Club Golf Tournament Thursday May 22nd
, 1:00 shotgun start, 5:30pm dinner & awards. Cahoon Plantation Golf Club, Chesapeake, $90 per golfer. For more information or to register contact the Duke Club at stevensb@jmu.edu

Black Alumni Chapter Summer Meeting and Class of 2012 Admitted Student Reception, Saturday, June 14th (Norfolk, VA) (just prior to the Tidewater Chapter JMU Beach Party - 1pm-4pm)
Location: Mary D. Pretlow Library
Address: 111 W. Ocean View Ave, Norfolk, VA 23503-1608
Time: 10:30am-12:30pm

Want to help with this year's JMU alumni beach party? We're still looking for a few good volunteers to help with kids games and registration. Also, if you own a business and want to make your product known, consider donating a silent auction item!

2nd Annual Cinco De Mayo edition of the Hampton Roads College Alumni Network Mixer - May 8th
It's that time of year again! The 2nd Annual Cinco De Mayo edition of the Hampton Roads College Alumni Network Mixer will be happening on Thurs., May 8th from 6 to 10 PM @ Guadalajara in the VA Beach Town Center(4611 Columbus St)! Attendance is free as usual! There will be drink specials and free appetizers!! The last 7 mixers have all been great successes having an average attendance of over 100 people!! Especially, the most recent 2nd Annual Mardi Gras Mixer @ Blackfinn's in Norfolk's Waterside, 2nd Annual Holidays Mixer @ Guadalajara(Town Center-VB) and Oktoberfest mixer @ Gordon Biersch...all averaging 150 alumni or more!! Alumni from various schools such as CNU, Clemson, ECU, GMU, Georgia Tech, Hollins, JMU, Longwood, Mary Baldwin, Marymount, Mary Washington, NC State, Ohio State, ODU, Radford, R-MC, Shenandoah, Sweetbriar, UNC, U of R, U of TX, UVA, VCU, VT, VA Wesleyan, W&M, etc. have been in attendance!! As always, its a great opportunity for your alumni to network with or make new friends with people who are also college graduates! For more information, contact Zack Mansell at zackmansell@yahoo.com

CONNECT WITH JMU ALUMS! It's now easier than ever to stay connected with JMU! Follow the instructions below to join the JMU Alumni Association on Facebook, LinkedIn and MySpace. It's the perfect way to network with Alumni across the globe and get the latest in JMU updates and events. For more information or to contact the JMU Office of Alumni Relations, visit www.jmu.edu/alumni or call 888.JMU.ALUM.

Join our group on LinkedIn.com!
Go to:
http://www.linkedin.com/e/gis/50278/7C36687C2EE6

If you are a member of LinkedIn, simply login and request to join the Alumni group.

If you are not a member of LinkedIn:
Click "Join Linked In now" and follow the steps to register for LinkedIn
Once you have registered, a group request will be sent to join the Alumni group.


Join our group on Facebook!
Go to:
http://jmu.facebook.com/group.php?gid=5581652852

If you are a member of Facebook, simply login and click Join Group on the right side of the page, under the Alumni Association logo.

If you are not a member of Facebook:
Follow the link and register for Facebook.
Once the registration process is complete, return to the link to join the Facebook group.


Add us as a friend on MySpace.com!
Go to:
http://www.myspace.com/jmualum

If you are a member of MySpace, simply login and click "Add to Friends" on the left side of the page.

If you are not a member of MySpace, go to:
www.myspace.com and click "Sign Up"
Once the registration process is complete, return to the link to the Alumni Association Profile and click "Add to Friends".

Get Involved - Nominate Yourself for a Tidewater Alumni Chapter Leadership Position!


The Tidewater Chapter is in need of volunteers just like you to help organize and lead other chapter activities. If you are looking to get more involved with JMU activities in the Tidewater area, this is your chance!

Nominations for next year's (starting in July 2008) term are being sought! Chapter positions are a great way to develop leadership experience and stay connected to your alma mater. Please consider nominating yourself for one of the following chapter positions:

  • Chapter President
  • Chapter President-Elect,
  • Outreach and Volunteer Management
  • Web/Communications

The Chapter President is responsible for:
+ representing JMU in the chapter area
+ setting the agenda and presiding over monthly chapter meetings
+ facilitating necessary planning for events, meetings, and chapter functions
+ working with enthusiastic committee members
+ attending the annual JMU Alumni Leadership Conference and
+ being the liaison (including completing and submitting an annual report) to the Office of Alumni Relations.

If you're interested, please e-mail TidewaterChpt@ yahoo.com

The Tidewater Chapter is looking forward to an exciting and fun year with you!

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