Fall 1997

In Every Issue

Dukes Digest

• Football Guide Wins National Recognition
• Haley Retires; JMU Rookie Trio Seeks Spots
• Dillard's Dukes Third in Preseason
• Childers Seeks the Right Blend
• Schroeder Wins National Award

Alumni News

• Dan Lynch Joins Alumni Board of Directors
• Ex Libris - Books by JMU Alumni
• Catch a Wave
Features

On Top Again

US News and Money magazines have again rated JMU among the top universities in the country.

The Writer's Block

Books by JMU professors.

A Catching Tune

JMU song's a favorite for Virginia state anthem.

Mr. Romeo's Opus

Jonathan Romeo ('86) has gone from JMU music major to internationally recognized composer.

Ambassadore di Opera

Professor Hamlet-Metz opens the doors to Europe and 'everyone's music.'

CD-ROM

JMU professors and students are using technology to captivate the attention of young students. JMU's John Woody and the Center for Multimedia created Explorer, a CD-ROM that gives middle school students across the state a better look at the Virginia General Assembly.

Clowning Around is Serious Business

Life is literally a three ring circus for JMU graduate Lisa Chapman ('92).

Bluestone Journal

JMU the way it used to be.
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Montpelier is an official publication of James Madison University. It is produced quarterly for JMU faculty and staff members, alumni, parents of JMU students, donors, and friends of the university. The publication is named for the home of James and Dolley Madison. Montpelier is produced by the Division of University and Constituent Relations. Editorial and advertising offices are located at 12 Medical Arts East MSC 5701, James Madison University, Harrisonburg, VA 22807.

Editor, Pam Brock • Art Director, Ann Hess • Production Assistants, Catherine Martin ('97) and Kristy Weeks ('98) • Webmaster, Valerie Kramer

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