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Put up you Dukes

For the JMU Centennial celebration, uniquely painted versions of the Duke Dog Statue will be on display throughout JMU and Harrisonburg. The JMU Alumni Association has three Duke Dogs in honor of our alumni on display in the Leeolou Alumni Center. Read about the Duke Dog statues

 

Senior Week

Don’t miss this week of activities celebrating your upcoming graduation and highlighting your JMU experience. Visit the Class of 2008 alumni page for more senior activities and information.

Monday, April 21
5:30-7pm, Donor Reception
Sponsored by: Madison Student Giving Campaign
Location: Festival Ballroom
If you have made a donation to the Student Giving Campaign we invite you to attend a reception with Dr. Rose. By invite-only, business casual attire.
For more information, please contact Christine Bilbrey at bilbrecm@jmu.edu or 568-8840.

Tuesday, April 22
3:30-7pm, “D-hall Dinner”
Location: D-Hall Entrance 5
Sponsored by: Madison Student Giving Campaign
The first 200 seniors will receive free admission!
For more information, please contact Christine Bilbrey at bilbrecm@jmu.edu or 568-8840.

Tuesday, April 22
4:30 pm, "Where in the World are JMU Seniors Going?"
Location: The Commons
Sponsored By: Student Ambassadors
After dinner at D-Hall, join us on the Commons for a fun, relaxed atmosphere and find out where seniors will be after graduation! There will be map of the U.S. and you get the chance to show everyone your new location!
For more information, please contact Christine Bilbrey at bilbrecm@jmu.edu or 568-8840.

Wednesday, April 23
4-7pm, Senior Class Picnic & Concert on the Commons
Sponsored by: YOUR Senior Class Council
Join us for a delicious cookout with your fellow senior classmates & relax and enjoy entertainment by "The Shoes!"
For more information, please contact the Senior Class Officers at CentennialDukes@gmail.com

Wednesday, April 23
7-9 pm, Senior Night at Buffalo Wild Wings
Sponsored By: The Graduate Duke Club
Join us at BW3’s for food and fun and learn how to stay involved with JMU Athletics through the Graduate Duke Club!
For more information, please contact Taylor Adkins at adkinstb@jmu.edu.

Thursday, April 24
3-6 pm, UREC "KICK THE CAN" Co-Ed Kickball Tournament
Location: UREC Turf
Sponsored By: University Recreation
Come out for one more Special Intramural Event for Seniors Only! Bring your friends and help out the local Mercy House with canned donations. Prizes will be awarded for the champions, as well as the team with the best theme and costumes! Register online at www.jmu.edu/recreation.
For more information, please contact Jordan Mole at molejw@jmu.edu.

Thursday, April 24
6pm, "Unconventional Wisdom: Dr. Warner's Parting Thoughts"
Location: Leeolou Alumni Center, Great Room 
Sponsored By: The JMU Alumni Association
JMU’s very own leadership guru, Dr. Warner, will help guide seniors as they prepare for graduation and what lies beyond with his unique blend of humor and wisdom.
For more information, please contact Sara Grey at greyse@jmu.edu or 568-8884.

Thursday, April 24
8pm, Senior Induction & Candlelighting Ceremony
Location: The Quad (rain location, Wilson Hall)
Sponsored By: The JMU Alumni Association
Celebrate your transition from a Madison Senior to a Madison Alumni with the JMU Alumni Association by participating in one of the oldest JMU senior traditions. Listen to JMU a cappella groups and enjoy a FREE reception after the candle-lighting ceremony.
For more information, please contact Sara Grey at greyse@jmu.edu or 568-8884

Friday, April 25
Time TBD, UREC Senior Send-Off Group Fitness Class
Sponsored by: University Recreation
Join us for an energetic workout led by our Group Fitness Seniors! Come thank them for the great classes you've taken from them! Register online at www.jmu.edu/recreation.
For more information, please contact Holly Wade at wadeha@jmu.edu.

Friday, April 25
6:30-8:30pm, JMU Alumni Senior Send-Off
Location: Clementine (153 South Main Street)
Sponsored by: The JMU Alumni Association
Take the first step in beginning your JMU Alumni Experience! Meet the JMU alumni leaders from across the country and fellow grads who will be living in your soon-to-be hometown. Join your Alumni Association for food, drinks, networking, and your 1st alumni experience!
For more information, please contact Gina Dowell at dowellgc@jmu.edu.

Friday, May 2
10am, Senior Breakfast
Location:  Festival Dining Hall, Lower Level
Sponsored by: The JMU Alumni Association
Join us for a free breakfast in celebration of your upcoming commencement, with featured speaker Andy Perrine, JMU Associate Vice President of University Advancement. All graduating seniors in attendance will receive a free gift! Register now.  


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