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Mar 4
Spring Break
March 4-8: Spring Break. Classes do not meet.
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Mar 5
Bonsai Workshop
March 5, 12 and 19
noon-1 p.m.
Frances Plecker Education Center, Edith J. Carrier Arboretum
Arboretum grounds manager and bonsai master Mike Hott hosts this workshop in which participants create a “wee-tree” to enjoy at home or in the office. There is the option to pay a $35 fee, which covers all materials inclusive to create a bonsai tree or a $12 fee for the final session only for “wee-tree tune-ups” for prior workshop members. For information, visit http://www.jmu.edu/arboretum.
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Mar 12
Sing Out!
Kick
off Inauguration Week at JMU as the JMU Alumni
Association and the Harrisonburg Alumni Chapter invite you to Sing Out!
at the Forbes Center for the Performing Arts.
An
annual sellout event, Sing Out! showcases the musical talent of JMU's
student A Capella groups inside the university's state-of-the-art
performance venue.
The alumni association will host a pre-concert
reception at 6pm, complete with food, drinks and a live performance from
the Harrisonburg High School A Capella Group.
Doors for the show open
at 7:30pm, and the performance begins at 8pm.
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Mar 15
Inauguration Day Purple Out
In
honor of James Madison University's new president, Jonathan Alger, it’s
a Purple Out day!
Even if you can’t join us in Harrisonburg, wear
purple to help us celebrate this historic JMU occasion. For more
information on the inauguration, consult http://www.jmu.edu/inauguration/
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Mar 15
Inauguration of JMU President Jonathan Alger
Convocation Center
Join the JMU family in the
inauguration of Madison's sixth president, Jonathan Alger.
All alumni are welcome to attend. For more information, consult http://www.jmu.edu/inauguration/
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Mar 16
Expanding Your Horizons Conference
9:30 a.m.-3 p.m.
Memorial Hall
The Department of
Mathematics and Statistics invite young women in grades 7-10 and their parents
and teachers to explore math and science through hands-on workshops and a
keynote speech by a prominent woman scientist. For information, visit http://www.jmu.edu/mathstat/eyh/; advance registration required; free.
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Mar 18
New Image Gallery Exhibition
Noon-5 p.m. Monday-Thursday, noon-4 p.m. Friday and
Saturday
131 Grace St.
“Drawing More: An International Video Project” curated
by Anne Beck and Dietmar Krumrey of Lost Coast Culture Machine, Fort Bragg,
Calif. Opening reception, March 18
from 5 to 7 p.m.; free.
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Mar 18
artWorks Gallery Exhibition
Noon-5 p.m. Monday-Thursday, noon-4 p.m. Friday
and Saturday
131 Grace St.
This exhibition features work by JMU students
Jaclyn Smith, Braxon Congrove, Michael Draeger and Victoria Hall. Opening
reception, March 18 from 5 to 7 p.m.
For information, call (540) 568-7175; free.
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Mar 20
Opera Spotlight, Songs and Scenes from the World's Greatest Operas
8 p.m. Wednesday and Thursday
Concert Hall, Forbes
Center for the Performing Arts
Songs and scenes from the world's greatest
operas come alive in an enchanting evening that will dazzle audiences. Graduate
students from the JMU Opera Theater are poised to launch their careers, and
this event is your opportunity to see this amazingly talented core of future
stars perform. For tickets, check http://www.jmu.edu/jmuarts/ or call (540)
568-7000.
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Mar 21
Special Collections Brown-Bag Lunch Series
Noon-1 p.m.
Room 301, Carrier Library
Dr. Mark Peterson, archives specialist, libraries and educational technologies, and Lauren Fleming, a graduate student in the public history program at JMU, present “Printers & Readers in the Nineteenth Century.” Free.
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Mar 21
Opera Spotlight, Songs and Scenes from the World's Greatest Operas
8 p.m. Wednesday and Thursday
Concert Hall, Forbes
Center for the Performing Arts
Songs and scenes from the world's greatest
operas come alive in an enchanting evening that will dazzle audiences. Graduate
students from the JMU Opera Theater are poised to launch their careers, and
this event is your opportunity to see this amazingly talented core of future
stars perform. For tickets, check http://www.jmu.edu/jmuarts/ or call (540)
568-7000.
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Mar 21
New Voices in Dance, Featuring JMU's Contemporary Dance Ensemble
March 21-24
8 p.m. Thursday-Saturday, 2 p.m. Sunday
Mainstage
Theatre, Forbes Center for the Performing Arts
Featuring the best works
developed by students during the year, this concert is a catalyst for launching
future careers in dance. Come support these breakthrough artists perform jazz,
ballet and modern works, as well as a work by guest choreographer Julio Agustin
Matos Jr. inspired by the late director-choreographer Bob Fosse.
For tickets,
check http://www.jmu.edu/jmuarts/ or call (540) 568-7000.
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Mar 22
New Voices in Dance, Featuring JMU's Contemporary Dance Ensemble
March 21-24
8 p.m. Thursday-Saturday, 2 p.m. Sunday
Mainstage
Theatre, Forbes Center for the Performing Arts
Featuring the best works
developed by students during the year, this concert is a catalyst for launching
future careers in dance. Come support these breakthrough artists perform jazz,
ballet and modern works, as well as a work by guest choreographer Julio Agustin
Matos Jr. inspired by the late director-choreographer Bob Fosse.
For tickets,
check http://www.jmu.edu/jmuarts/ or call (540) 568-7000.
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Mar 23
Easter Egg Hunt
11 a.m.
Edith J. Carrier Arboretum
The Theta Nu chapter of Zeta Phi Beta are hosting an egg hunt for young children. The egg hunt starts in the pavilion. Cost per child information available at registration at http://www.jmu.edu/multicultural/icgc/chapters/zeta_phi_beta.shtml. For information, visit http://www.jmu.edu/arboretum.
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Mar 23
Anna Deavere Smith Speaker Series/Performance
8 p.m.
Concert Hall, Forbes Center for the Performing Arts
Hailed by Newsweek
as "the most exciting individual in American theater," Anna Deavere
Smith is an acclaimed playwright and performer who has created countless
memorable characters on television, in film and on stage. Featured on the
television programs "Nurse Jackie" and "The West Wing,"
Smith has also starred in several films, including "The American
President," "Philadelphia" and "Dave." Over the past
20 years, she has interviewed over 2,000 individuals for her series of solo
theatrical works called "On The Road: A Search for American
Character," which has been described as "a new form of theatre -- a
blend of theatrical art, social commentary, journalism and intimate
reverie." Without props, sets or costumes, she translates her interviews
into performances that represent the vast diversity, race and cultural identity
of both legendary and everyday people. For tickets, check
http://www.jmu.edu/jmuarts/ or call (540) 568-7000.
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Mar 23
New Voices in Dance, Featuring JMU's Contemporary Dance Ensemble
March 21-24
8 p.m. Thursday-Saturday, 2 p.m. Sunday
Mainstage
Theatre, Forbes Center for the Performing Arts
Featuring the best works
developed by students during the year, this concert is a catalyst for launching
future careers in dance. Come support these breakthrough artists perform jazz,
ballet and modern works, as well as a work by guest choreographer Julio Agustin
Matos Jr. inspired by the late director-choreographer Bob Fosse.
For tickets,
check http://www.jmu.edu/jmuarts/ or call (540) 568-7000.
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Mar 24
A Latte Jive, Alzheimer's Benefit 5K Run and Concert
1-3 p.m.
Edith J. Carrier Arboretum
Sigma Kappa sponsors an annual 5K benefit for the Central and Western Virginia Chapter of the American Alzheimer’s Association on the arboretum grounds. “A Walk You’ll Remember!” includes live music at the end of the 5K, coffee, tea and water served free compliments of JMU Catering. Automatic rain date April 7 announcement to post on Sigma Kappa website, http://www.jmu.sigmakappa.org. For information, visit http://www.jmu.edu/arboretum.
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Mar 24
New Voices in Dance, Featuring JMU's Contemporary Dance Ensemble
March 21-24
8 p.m. Thursday-Saturday, 2 p.m. Sunday
Mainstage
Theatre, Forbes Center for the Performing Arts
Featuring the best works
developed by students during the year, this concert is a catalyst for launching
future careers in dance. Come support these breakthrough artists perform jazz,
ballet and modern works, as well as a work by guest choreographer Julio Agustin
Matos Jr. inspired by the late director-choreographer Bob Fosse.
For tickets,
check http://www.jmu.edu/jmuarts/ or call (540) 568-7000.
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Mar 26
Wampler Distinguished Scholar Lecture Series
5 p.m.
Location TBA
Drs. Melody and
Lanny Milbrant have collaborated for many years on their research devoted to
understanding the importance of creativity in art and education. They will be
presenting their research from their recent article, “Creativity: What Are We Talking
About?” which was published by the National Art Education Association and
selected for presentation at several conferences.
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Mar 27
Birding Workshop
noon-1:30 p.m.
Frances Plecker Education Center, Edith J. Carrier Arboretum
In partnership with Rockingham Bird Club, an avifauna notable and photographer of Blue Ridge and Shenandoah Valley avian species Diane Lepkowski lectures on songbirds to raptors. For information, visit http://www.jmu.edu/arboretum.
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Mar 28
Taste of the Forbes: An Arts and Foodie Event
6:30 p.m.
Forbes Center venues/Reception in Grand Lobby, Forbes Center for the
Performing Arts
Celebrate the arts in style with this new event that features
a complete evening of entertainment! This movable feast includes three
distinctive presentations in three Forbes Center venues, plus a reception that
will allow you to mingle with other arts enthusiasts. The event begins in the
Grand Lobby with appetizers and drinks. You will then move from venue to venue
to enjoy 20-minute music and theatre/dance presentations, as well as a
white-glove presentation highlighting hidden treasures from the Madison Art
Collection. Each presentation also includes a director/curator-led dialogue.
Dessert in the Grand Lobby tops off this magical night. For tickets, check
http://www.jmu.edu/jmuarts/ or call (540) 568-7000.
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Mar 31
Easter Sunrise Service
6
a.m.
Edith J. Carrier Arboretum
JMU RISE hosts the annual
inter-denominational Easter Sunrise Worship Service on the arboretum main lawn.
For information, visit http://www.jmu.edu/arboretum;
free.
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Mar 31
Easter Sunrise Service
6 a.m.
Edith J. Carrier Arboretum
JMU RISE hosts the annual inter-denominational Easter Sunrise Worship Service on the arboretum main lawn. For information, visit http://www.jmu.edu/arboretum; free.
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Apr 1
artWorks Gallery Exhibition
Noon-5 p.m. Monday-Thursday, noon-4 p.m. Friday and
Saturday
131 Grace St.
This exhibition features work by JMU students Jasmin
Ullah, Anna Bosshard, Sarah Mooradian and Paige Ramsey. Opening reception, April 1 from 5 to 7 p.m. For
information, call (540) 568-7175; free.
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Apr 3
JMU Wind Symphony and Symphonic Band
8 p.m.
Concert Hall, Forbes Center for the Performing Arts
For tickets, check
http://www.jmu.edu/jmuarts/ or call (540) 568-7000.
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Apr 5
Senior Capstone Symposium
9 a.m.-5 p.m.
ISAT/CS Building and Health and Human
Services Building
Seniors in the Integrated Science and Technology,
Intelligence Analysis and Geographic Science undergraduate programs and graduate
students in integrated science and technology present more than 150 projects,
which include design and creation of websites, interactive CD-ROMS, databases
and technology-based business plans that address issues in areas such as
energy, the environment, biotechnology, engineering and manufacturing,
information knowledge management, telecommunications, health, human-environment
interaction, geospatial technology, national security and defense intelligence.
For information, contact Fasha Strange at (540) 568-2790 or strangfx@jmu.edu; free.
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Apr 5
Julie Fowlis: Music of the Scottish Isles
8
p.m.
Concert Hall, Forbes Center for the Performing Arts
Featured in PIXAR's
animated film, "Brave," Julie Fowlis is a folk singer and
multi-instrumentalist who has won numerous awards for her peerless voice and
fine musicianship. Named by the Scottish Parliament as its first-ever Gaelic
Ambassador, Fowlis will present an evening of vibrant and moving Celtic music
with a first-class touring ensemble known for its expressive and high-energy
live shows. For tickets, check http://www.jmu.edu/jmuarts/ or call (540)
568-7000.
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Apr 6
Evelyne Brancart, piano
Recital Hall
A world-renowned pianist and teacher, Evelyne Brancart will perform Beethoven’s Sonata Op. 53, Schumann’s Sonata Op. 11 and Chopin’s Etudes Op. 25.
Learn more information
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Apr 9
JMU Brass Band
8 p.m.
Concert Hall, Forbes
Center for the Performing Arts
For tickets, check http://www.jmu.edu/jmuarts/
or call (540) 568-7000.
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Apr 12
Paula Robison Performance
8 p.m.
Concert Hall, Forbes Center
for the Performing Arts
Called "the first lady of the flute," Paula
Robison is "a rare artist who can make the flute sound both sensuous and
classically pure," according to The New York Times. Robison has enjoyed a
career that has spanned over four decades, performing at the United Nations,
the White House, on television's "Live from Lincoln Center" and
"The Today Show," and at major concert halls and music festivals in
the U.S. and abroad. For tickets, check http://www.jmu.edu/jmuarts/ or call
(540) 568-7000.
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Apr 14
Mozart Requiem Mass in D minor
2 p.m.
Concert Hall, Forbes Center for the Performing Arts
Featuring JMU's Chamber Orchestra, Madison Singers and Chorale
Experience the sublime and quiet majesty of one of Mozart's most popular vocal
works. It is fueled by a dark and furious energy that audiences find
captivating. For tickets, check http://www.jmu.edu/jmuarts/ or call (540)
568-7000.
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Apr 15
JMU Jazz Band
8 p.m.
Concert Hall, Forbes Center for the
Performing Arts
For tickets, check http://www.jmu.edu/jmuarts/ or call (540)
568-7000.
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Apr 17
Spring Student Dance Concert
April 17-20
8 p.m.
Wednesday-Saturday
Earlynn J. Miller Dance Theatre, Forbes Center for the
Performing Arts
For tickets, check http://www.jmu.edu/jmuarts/ or call (540)
568-7000.
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Apr 18
Spring Student Dance Concert
April 17-20
8 p.m.
Wednesday-Saturday
Earlynn J. Miller Dance Theatre, Forbes Center for the
Performing Arts
For tickets, check http://www.jmu.edu/jmuarts/ or call (540)
568-7000.
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Apr 18
Gilbert and Sullivan's "The Pirates of Penzance," JMU Opera Theater
8 p.m.
Concert Hall, Forbes
Center the Performing Arts
Featuring the JMU Opera Theater
"The Pirates of Penzance," one of the
most popular comic operas of all time, is a treasure-filled musical
extravaganza teaming with dazzling damsels in distress, rugged rogues and
swashbuckling pirates. A tempest begins to brew and mayhem reigns when Frederic
falls for the lovely Mabel, the daughter of the "very model of a modern
Major General." For tickets, check http://www.jmu.edu/jmuarts/ or call
(540) 568-7000.
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Apr 19
Madison Singers and Chorale
8 p.m.
Concert
Hall, Forbes Center for the Performing Arts
For tickets, check
http://www.jmu.edu/jmuarts/ or call (540) 568-7000.
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Apr 19
Spring Student Dance Concert
April 17-20
8 p.m.
Wednesday-Saturday
Earlynn J. Miller Dance Theatre, Forbes Center for the
Performing Arts
For tickets, check http://www.jmu.edu/jmuarts/ or call (540)
568-7000.
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Apr 20
Spring Student Dance Concert
April 17-20
8 p.m.
Wednesday-Saturday
Earlynn J. Miller Dance Theatre, Forbes Center for the
Performing Arts
For tickets, check http://www.jmu.edu/jmuarts/ or call (540)
568-7000.
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Apr 20
Gilbert and Sullivan's "The Pirates of Penzance," JMU Opera Theater
8 p.m.
Concert Hall, Forbes
Center the Performing Arts
Featuring the JMU Opera Theater
"The Pirates of Penzance," one of the
most popular comic operas of all time, is a treasure-filled musical
extravaganza teaming with dazzling damsels in distress, rugged rogues and
swashbuckling pirates. A tempest begins to brew and mayhem reigns when Frederic
falls for the lovely Mabel, the daughter of the "very model of a modern
Major General." For tickets, check http://www.jmu.edu/jmuarts/ or call
(540) 568-7000.
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Apr 21
JMU Symphony Honors Concert
2 p.m.
Concert
Hall, Forbes Center for the Performing Arts
Experience the excitement as the
JMU Symphony Orchestra accompanies the winners of the prestigious School of
Music Concerto Competition. For tickets, check http://www.jmu.edu/jmuarts/ or
call (540) 568-7000.
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Apr 22
artWorks Gallery Exhibition
Noon-5 p.m. Monday-Thursday, noon-4 p.m. Friday
and Saturday
131 Grace St.
In conjunction with the 2013 Undergraduate Awards
Ceremony for the School of Art, Design and Art History, this exhibition will
feature work by JMU students throughout the program. The exhibition is an
annual event and works are selected by a guest juror. Opening reception, April 22 from 5 to 7 p.m.; free.
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Apr 22
JMU Percussion Ensemble
8 p.m.
Concert Hall,
Forbes Center for the Performing Arts
For tickets, check
http://www.jmu.edu/jmuarts/ or call (540) 568-7000.
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Apr 23
"Romeo and Juliet" by William Shakespeare
April 23-28
8 p.m. Tuesday-Saturday, 2 p.m. Sunday
Mainstage Theatre,
Forbes Center for the Performing Arts
One of the greatest love stories ever
told, Shakespeare's classic tragedy about star-crossed lovers in the midst of a
violent family feud has been entertaining audiences for over 400 years. Romeo
and Juliet is a play that questions what every generation and every age holds
most dear. Features students from JMU's School of Theatre and Dance.
For
tickets, check http://www.jmu.edu/jmuarts/ or call (540) 568-7000.
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Apr 24
Bluestone Reunion 2013
Bluestone Reunion 2013 Schedule
Class of 1963 50th Reunion
Reunions for the Classes of 1938, 1943, 1948, 1953 and 1958
Wednesday, April 24 - Friday, April 26:
Morrison Bruce Center Alumnae Health and Fitness Program
Wednesday, April 24: (afternoon) Bone Mineral Density Scan and Questionnaires
Thursday, April 25: Blood Work, Breakfast, Fitness Testing, Lectures, Lunch, Workshops and Group Dinner for participants and guests
Friday, April 26: (8-11am) Morning walk around campus, exercise testing and prescription plan and workshop
For more information and to register for the Alumnae Health and Fitness Program, please contact Layne Eidemiller at morrisonbrucecenter@jmu.edu or 540.568.4348, ext. 3.
Thursday, April 25:
All Day: Reunion Memorabilia & Memorials
If you have any memorabilia at home (May Day gowns,
sorority/fraternity apparel, beanies, call-down reports, etc.), let us
know and we will display the items throughout the reunion weekend. "In
Memory" boards will also be on display with photos and full names of
those classmates who have passed.
10am – 4:30pm: Tour of Montpelier with the Alumni Association Board of Directors
5:30pm: Dinner with the Alumni Association Board of Directors, Transitions, Warren Hall
8pm: Forbes Center for the Performing Arts: “Romeo and Juliet", Mainstage Theatre
Friday, April 26:
All Day: Reunion Memorabilia & Memorials
8am – 5pm: Check-In, Courtyard by Marriott Lobby
9am: Continental Breakfast, Leeolou Alumni Center Great Room
10 - 11:45am: Special Collections Presentation, Taylor Hall 404
12 - 1:30pm: Lunch and presentation on Alternative Break Programs, Taylor Hall 405
2 – 3pm: The Madison Confessional, Leeolou Alumni Center Great Room
3 – 4pm: Memorabilia Room Mingling, Leeolou Alumni Center Great Room
5:00 – 6pm: Reception for the Class of 1963, Montpelier Room Foyer, East Campus Dining Hall
Hosted by President and Mrs. Alger
6pm: Class of 1963 Dinner, Montpelier Room, East Campus Dining Hall
6pm: Class Dinners – Classes of 1938, ‘43, ‘48, ‘53 & ‘58, Festival Conference and Student Center
8pm: Senior Candlelighting Ceremony, Alumni Association Centennial Park
Class of 1963 - join the JMU graduating class of 2013 as they are inducted into the Alumni Association!
Saturday, April 27:
All Day: Reunion Memorabilia & Memorials
8:30 - 9:45am: Breakfast, Forbes Center for the Performing Arts Grand Lobby
10 – 11:45am: Performance from the Madison Singers and Tour of the Forbes Center for Performing Arts
12 – 1:30pm: Lunch and Class Photos, Festival Conference and Student Center, Grand Ballroom
1:45 - 3:45pm: Afternoon Activities
Full Campus Tours
- Bus and walking tours of the JMU campus. The tour will start on the
Quad where you can get out and walk around and will end at the on-campus
bookstore.
OR
Bookstore Runs - use your 20% off coupon!
6pm: Bluestone Society Reception, Festival Conference and Student Center
6:30pm: Bluestone Dinner and Induction Ceremony, Festival Ballroom
Sunday, April 28:
9am – Noon: Reunion Memorabilia & Memorials, Leeolou Alumni Center Great Room
10am: Class of 1964 Reunion Committee Meeting
Schedule of events and times are subject to change.
Registration will close on Friday, April 12th, 2013 at 5pm. There will be no refunds after this date.
Don't forget to send in your Biographical Form no later than Monday, March 11, 2013. Include a current photo if you wish for it to be included on your page.
Questions, dietary concerns or disability needs? Contact the JMU Office of Alumni Relations at 1.888.568.2586.
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Apr 24
Bluestone Reunion 2013
Bluestone Reunion 2013 Schedule
Class of 1963 50th Reunion
Reunions for the Classes of 1938, 1943, 1948, 1953 and 1958
Wednesday, April 24 - Friday, April 26:
Morrison Bruce Center Alumnae Health and Fitness Program
Wednesday, April 24: (afternoon) Bone Mineral Density Scan and Questionnaires
Thursday, April 25: Blood Work, Breakfast, Fitness Testing, Lectures, Lunch, Workshops and Group Dinner for participants and guests
Friday, April 26: (8-11am) Morning walk around campus, exercise testing and prescription plan and workshop
For more information and to register for the Alumnae Health and Fitness Program, please contact Layne Eidemiller at morrisonbrucecenter@jmu.edu or 540.568.4348, ext. 3.
Thursday, April 25:
All Day: Reunion Memorabilia & Memorials
If you have any memorabilia at home (May Day gowns,
sorority/fraternity apparel, beanies, call-down reports, etc.), let us
know and we will display the items throughout the reunion weekend. "In
Memory" boards will also be on display with photos and full names of
those classmates who have passed.
10am – 4:30pm: Tour of Montpelier with the Alumni Association Board of Directors
5:30pm: Dinner with the Alumni Association Board of Directors, Transitions, Warren Hall
8pm: Forbes Center for the Performing Arts: “Romeo and Juliet", Mainstage Theatre
Friday, April 26:
All Day: Reunion Memorabilia & Memorials
8am – 5pm: Check-In, Courtyard by Marriott Lobby
9am: Continental Breakfast, Leeolou Alumni Center Great Room
10 - 11:45am: Special Collections Presentation, Taylor Hall 404
12 - 1:30pm: Lunch and presentation on Alternative Break Programs, Taylor Hall 405
2 – 3pm: The Madison Confessional, Leeolou Alumni Center Great Room
3 – 4pm: Memorabilia Room Mingling, Leeolou Alumni Center Great Room
5:00 – 6pm: Reception for the Class of 1963, Montpelier Room Foyer, East Campus Dining Hall
Hosted by President and Mrs. Alger
6pm: Class of 1963 Dinner, Montpelier Room, East Campus Dining Hall
6pm: Class Dinners – Classes of 1938, ‘43, ‘48, ‘53 & ‘58, Festival Conference and Student Center
8pm: Senior Candlelighting Ceremony, Alumni Association Centennial Park
Class of 1963 - join the JMU graduating class of 2013 as they are inducted into the Alumni Association!
Saturday, April 27:
All Day: Reunion Memorabilia & Memorials
8:30 - 9:45am: Breakfast, Forbes Center for the Performing Arts Grand Lobby
10 – 11:45am: Performance from the Madison Singers and Tour of the Forbes Center for Performing Arts
12 – 1:30pm: Lunch and Class Photos, Festival Conference and Student Center, Grand Ballroom
1:45 - 3:45pm: Afternoon Activities
Full Campus Tours
- Bus and walking tours of the JMU campus. The tour will start on the
Quad where you can get out and walk around and will end at the on-campus
bookstore.
OR
Bookstore Runs - use your 20% off coupon!
6pm: Bluestone Society Reception, Festival Conference and Student Center
6:30pm: Bluestone Dinner and Induction Ceremony, Festival Ballroom
Sunday, April 28:
9am – Noon: Reunion Memorabilia & Memorials, Leeolou Alumni Center Great Room
10am: Class of 1964 Reunion Committee Meeting
Schedule of events and times are subject to change.
Registration will close on Friday, April 12th, 2013 at 5pm. There will be no refunds after this date.
Don't forget to send in your Biographical Form no later than Monday, March 11, 2013. Include a current photo if you wish for it to be included on your page.
Questions, dietary concerns or disability needs? Contact the JMU Office of Alumni Relations at 1.888.568.2586.
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Apr 24
Bluestone Reunion 2013
Bluestone Reunion 2013 Schedule
Class of 1963 50th Reunion
Reunions for the Classes of 1938, 1943, 1948, 1953 and 1958
Wednesday, April 24 - Friday, April 26:
Morrison Bruce Center Alumnae Health and Fitness Program
Wednesday, April 24: (afternoon) Bone Mineral Density Scan and Questionnaires
Thursday, April 25: Blood Work, Breakfast, Fitness Testing, Lectures, Lunch, Workshops and Group Dinner for participants and guests
Friday, April 26: (8-11am) Morning walk around campus, exercise testing and prescription plan and workshop
For more information and to register for the Alumnae Health and Fitness Program, please contact Layne Eidemiller at morrisonbrucecenter@jmu.edu or 540.568.4348, ext. 3.
Thursday, April 25:
All Day: Reunion Memorabilia & Memorials
If you have any memorabilia at home (May Day gowns,
sorority/fraternity apparel, beanies, call-down reports, etc.), let us
know and we will display the items throughout the reunion weekend. "In
Memory" boards will also be on display with photos and full names of
those classmates who have passed.
10am – 4:30pm: Tour of Montpelier with the Alumni Association Board of Directors
5:30pm: Dinner with the Alumni Association Board of Directors, Transitions, Warren Hall
8pm: Forbes Center for the Performing Arts: “Romeo and Juliet", Mainstage Theatre
Friday, April 26:
All Day: Reunion Memorabilia & Memorials
8am – 5pm: Check-In, Courtyard by Marriott Lobby
9am: Continental Breakfast, Leeolou Alumni Center Great Room
10 - 11:45am: Special Collections Presentation, Taylor Hall 404
12 - 1:30pm: Lunch and presentation on Alternative Break Programs, Taylor Hall 405
2 – 3pm: The Madison Confessional, Leeolou Alumni Center Great Room
3 – 4pm: Memorabilia Room Mingling, Leeolou Alumni Center Great Room
5:00 – 6pm: Reception for the Class of 1963, Montpelier Room Foyer, East Campus Dining Hall
Hosted by President and Mrs. Alger
6pm: Class of 1963 Dinner, Montpelier Room, East Campus Dining Hall
6pm: Class Dinners – Classes of 1938, ‘43, ‘48, ‘53 & ‘58, Festival Conference and Student Center
8pm: Senior Candlelighting Ceremony, Alumni Association Centennial Park
Class of 1963 - join the JMU graduating class of 2013 as they are inducted into the Alumni Association!
Saturday, April 27:
All Day: Reunion Memorabilia & Memorials
8:30 - 9:45am: Breakfast, Forbes Center for the Performing Arts Grand Lobby
10 – 11:45am: Performance from the Madison Singers and Tour of the Forbes Center for Performing Arts
12 – 1:30pm: Lunch and Class Photos, Festival Conference and Student Center, Grand Ballroom
1:45 - 3:45pm: Afternoon Activities
Full Campus Tours
- Bus and walking tours of the JMU campus. The tour will start on the
Quad where you can get out and walk around and will end at the on-campus
bookstore.
OR
Bookstore Runs - use your 20% off coupon!
6pm: Bluestone Society Reception, Festival Conference and Student Center
6:30pm: Bluestone Dinner and Induction Ceremony, Festival Ballroom
Sunday, April 28:
9am – Noon: Reunion Memorabilia & Memorials, Leeolou Alumni Center Great Room
10am: Class of 1964 Reunion Committee Meeting
Schedule of events and times are subject to change.
Registration will close on Friday, April 12th, 2013 at 5pm. There will be no refunds after this date.
Don't forget to send in your Biographical Form no later than Monday, March 11, 2013. Include a current photo if you wish for it to be included on your page.
Questions, dietary concerns or disability needs? Contact the JMU Office of Alumni Relations at 1.888.568.2586.
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Apr 24
Bluestone Reunion 2013
Bluestone Reunion 2013 Schedule
Class of 1963 50th Reunion
Reunions for the Classes of 1938, 1943, 1948, 1953 and 1958
Wednesday, April 24 - Friday, April 26:
Morrison Bruce Center Alumnae Health and Fitness Program
Wednesday, April 24: (afternoon) Bone Mineral Density Scan and Questionnaires
Thursday, April 25: Blood Work, Breakfast, Fitness Testing, Lectures, Lunch, Workshops and Group Dinner for participants and guests
Friday, April 26: (8-11am) Morning walk around campus, exercise testing and prescription plan and workshop
For more information and to register for the Alumnae Health and Fitness Program, please contact Layne Eidemiller at morrisonbrucecenter@jmu.edu or 540.568.4348, ext. 3.
Thursday, April 25:
All Day: Reunion Memorabilia & Memorials
If you have any memorabilia at home (May Day gowns,
sorority/fraternity apparel, beanies, call-down reports, etc.), let us
know and we will display the items throughout the reunion weekend. "In
Memory" boards will also be on display with photos and full names of
those classmates who have passed.
10am – 4:30pm: Tour of Montpelier with the Alumni Association Board of Directors
5:30pm: Dinner with the Alumni Association Board of Directors, Transitions, Warren Hall
8pm: Forbes Center for the Performing Arts: “Romeo and Juliet", Mainstage Theatre
Friday, April 26:
All Day: Reunion Memorabilia & Memorials
8am – 5pm: Check-In, Courtyard by Marriott Lobby
9am: Continental Breakfast, Leeolou Alumni Center Great Room
10 - 11:45am: Special Collections Presentation, Taylor Hall 404
12 - 1:30pm: Lunch and presentation on Alternative Break Programs, Taylor Hall 405
2 – 3pm: The Madison Confessional, Leeolou Alumni Center Great Room
3 – 4pm: Memorabilia Room Mingling, Leeolou Alumni Center Great Room
5:00 – 6pm: Reception for the Class of 1963, Montpelier Room Foyer, East Campus Dining Hall
Hosted by President and Mrs. Alger
6pm: Class of 1963 Dinner, Montpelier Room, East Campus Dining Hall
6pm: Class Dinners – Classes of 1938, ‘43, ‘48, ‘53 & ‘58, Festival Conference and Student Center
8pm: Senior Candlelighting Ceremony, Alumni Association Centennial Park
Class of 1963 - join the JMU graduating class of 2013 as they are inducted into the Alumni Association!
Saturday, April 27:
All Day: Reunion Memorabilia & Memorials
8:30 - 9:45am: Breakfast, Forbes Center for the Performing Arts Grand Lobby
10 – 11:45am: Performance from the Madison Singers and Tour of the Forbes Center for Performing Arts
12 – 1:30pm: Lunch and Class Photos, Festival Conference and Student Center, Grand Ballroom
1:45 - 3:45pm: Afternoon Activities
Full Campus Tours
- Bus and walking tours of the JMU campus. The tour will start on the
Quad where you can get out and walk around and will end at the on-campus
bookstore.
OR
Bookstore Runs - use your 20% off coupon!
6pm: Bluestone Society Reception, Festival Conference and Student Center
6:30pm: Bluestone Dinner and Induction Ceremony, Festival Ballroom
Sunday, April 28:
9am – Noon: Reunion Memorabilia & Memorials, Leeolou Alumni Center Great Room
10am: Class of 1964 Reunion Committee Meeting
Schedule of events and times are subject to change.
Registration will close on Friday, April 12th, 2013 at 5pm. There will be no refunds after this date.
Don't forget to send in your Biographical Form no later than Monday, March 11, 2013. Include a current photo if you wish for it to be included on your page.
Questions, dietary concerns or disability needs? Contact the JMU Office of Alumni Relations at 1.888.568.2586.
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Apr 24
Bluestone Reunion 2013
Bluestone Reunion 2013 Schedule
Class of 1963 50th Reunion
Reunions for the Classes of 1938, 1943, 1948, 1953 and 1958
Wednesday, April 24 - Friday, April 26:
Morrison Bruce Center Alumnae Health and Fitness Program
Wednesday, April 24: (afternoon) Bone Mineral Density Scan and Questionnaires
Thursday, April 25: Blood Work, Breakfast, Fitness Testing, Lectures, Lunch, Workshops and Group Dinner for participants and guests
Friday, April 26: (8-11am) Morning walk around campus, exercise testing and prescription plan and workshop
For more information and to register for the Alumnae Health and Fitness Program, please contact Layne Eidemiller at morrisonbrucecenter@jmu.edu or 540.568.4348, ext. 3.
Thursday, April 25:
All Day: Reunion Memorabilia & Memorials
If you have any memorabilia at home (May Day gowns,
sorority/fraternity apparel, beanies, call-down reports, etc.), let us
know and we will display the items throughout the reunion weekend. "In
Memory" boards will also be on display with photos and full names of
those classmates who have passed.
10am – 4:30pm: Tour of Montpelier with the Alumni Association Board of Directors
5:30pm: Dinner with the Alumni Association Board of Directors, Transitions, Warren Hall
8pm: Forbes Center for the Performing Arts: “Romeo and Juliet", Mainstage Theatre
Friday, April 26:
All Day: Reunion Memorabilia & Memorials
8am – 5pm: Check-In, Courtyard by Marriott Lobby
9am: Continental Breakfast, Leeolou Alumni Center Great Room
10 - 11:45am: Special Collections Presentation, Taylor Hall 404
12 - 1:30pm: Lunch and presentation on Alternative Break Programs, Taylor Hall 405
2 – 3pm: The Madison Confessional, Leeolou Alumni Center Great Room
3 – 4pm: Memorabilia Room Mingling, Leeolou Alumni Center Great Room
5:00 – 6pm: Reception for the Class of 1963, Montpelier Room Foyer, East Campus Dining Hall
Hosted by President and Mrs. Alger
6pm: Class of 1963 Dinner, Montpelier Room, East Campus Dining Hall
6pm: Class Dinners – Classes of 1938, ‘43, ‘48, ‘53 & ‘58, Festival Conference and Student Center
8pm: Senior Candlelighting Ceremony, Alumni Association Centennial Park
Class of 1963 - join the JMU graduating class of 2013 as they are inducted into the Alumni Association!
Saturday, April 27:
All Day: Reunion Memorabilia & Memorials
8:30 - 9:45am: Breakfast, Forbes Center for the Performing Arts Grand Lobby
10 – 11:45am: Performance from the Madison Singers and Tour of the Forbes Center for Performing Arts
12 – 1:30pm: Lunch and Class Photos, Festival Conference and Student Center, Grand Ballroom
1:45 - 3:45pm: Afternoon Activities
Full Campus Tours
- Bus and walking tours of the JMU campus. The tour will start on the
Quad where you can get out and walk around and will end at the on-campus
bookstore.
OR
Bookstore Runs - use your 20% off coupon!
6pm: Bluestone Society Reception, Festival Conference and Student Center
6:30pm: Bluestone Dinner and Induction Ceremony, Festival Ballroom
Sunday, April 28:
9am – Noon: Reunion Memorabilia & Memorials, Leeolou Alumni Center Great Room
10am: Class of 1964 Reunion Committee Meeting
Schedule of events and times are subject to change.
Registration will close on Friday, April 12th, 2013 at 5pm. There will be no refunds after this date.
Don't forget to send in your Biographical Form no later than Monday, March 11, 2013. Include a current photo if you wish for it to be included on your page.
Questions, dietary concerns or disability needs? Contact the JMU Office of Alumni Relations at 1.888.568.2586.
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Apr 24
"Romeo and Juliet" by William Shakespeare
April 23-28
8 p.m. Tuesday-Saturday, 2 p.m. Sunday
Mainstage Theatre,
Forbes Center for the Performing Arts
One of the greatest love stories ever
told, Shakespeare's classic tragedy about star-crossed lovers in the midst of a
violent family feud has been entertaining audiences for over 400 years. Romeo
and Juliet is a play that questions what every generation and every age holds
most dear. Features students from JMU's School of Theatre and Dance.
For
tickets, check http://www.jmu.edu/jmuarts/ or call (540) 568-7000.
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Apr 25
JMU Jazz Ensemble
8 p.m.
Concert Hall, Forbes
Center for the Performing Arts
For tickets, check http://www.jmu.edu/jmuarts/
or call (540) 568-7000.
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Apr 25
"Romeo and Juliet" by William Shakespeare
April 23-28
8 p.m. Tuesday-Saturday, 2 p.m. Sunday
Mainstage Theatre,
Forbes Center for the Performing Arts
One of the greatest love stories ever
told, Shakespeare's classic tragedy about star-crossed lovers in the midst of a
violent family feud has been entertaining audiences for over 400 years. Romeo
and Juliet is a play that questions what every generation and every age holds
most dear. Features students from JMU's School of Theatre and Dance.
For
tickets, check http://www.jmu.edu/jmuarts/ or call (540) 568-7000.
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Apr 26
JMU Brass Band
8 p.m.
Concert Hall, Forbes Center for the
Performing Arts
For tickets, check http://www.jmu.edu/jmuarts/ or call (540)
568-7000.
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Apr 27
"Romeo and Juliet" by William Shakespeare
April 23-28
8 p.m. Tuesday-Saturday, 2 p.m. Sunday
Mainstage Theatre,
Forbes Center for the Performing Arts
One of the greatest love stories ever
told, Shakespeare's classic tragedy about star-crossed lovers in the midst of a
violent family feud has been entertaining audiences for over 400 years. Romeo
and Juliet is a play that questions what every generation and every age holds
most dear. Features students from JMU's School of Theatre and Dance.
For
tickets, check http://www.jmu.edu/jmuarts/ or call (540) 568-7000.
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Apr 28
JMU Wind Symphony and Symphonic Band
2 p.m.
Concert Hall, Forbes Center for the Performing Arts
For tickets, check
http://www.jmu.edu/jmuarts/ or call (540) 568-7000.
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Apr 28
"Romeo and Juliet" by William Shakespeare
April 23-28
8 p.m. Tuesday-Saturday, 2 p.m. Sunday
Mainstage Theatre,
Forbes Center for the Performing Arts
One of the greatest love stories ever
told, Shakespeare's classic tragedy about star-crossed lovers in the midst of a
violent family feud has been entertaining audiences for over 400 years. Romeo
and Juliet is a play that questions what every generation and every age holds
most dear. Features students from JMU's School of Theatre and Dance.
For
tickets, check http://www.jmu.edu/jmuarts/ or call (540) 568-7000.
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Apr 29
Final examinations
April 29-May 3
Final examinations
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May 27
Memorial Day
Memorial Day.
University closed.
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May 31
Madison Alumni Conference 2013
A
winner of the Council for the Advancement and Support of Education's
prestigious Award of Excellence, Madison Alumni Conference is an annual,
weekend-long program designed to recognize alumni volunteer achievement
and build a network of JMU graduates who are informed, involved and
invested in shaping the future of James Madison University.
Annual
highlights include a keynote address from members of JMU's senior
administration and the JMU Alumni Association president, workshops to
enhance alumni events and programming, announcements of new university
initiatives and an awards dinner to honor notable alumni volunteerism.
Click to learn more
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Jun 1
Madison Alumni Conference 2013
A
winner of the Council for the Advancement and Support of Education's
prestigious Award of Excellence, Madison Alumni Conference is an annual,
weekend-long program designed to recognize alumni volunteer achievement
and build a network of JMU graduates who are informed, involved and
invested in shaping the future of James Madison University.
Annual
highlights include a keynote address from members of JMU's senior
administration and the JMU Alumni Association president, workshops to
enhance alumni events and programming, announcements of new university
initiatives and an awards dinner to honor notable alumni volunteerism.
Click to learn more
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Jun 2
Madison Alumni Conference 2013
A
winner of the Council for the Advancement and Support of Education's
prestigious Award of Excellence, Madison Alumni Conference is an annual,
weekend-long program designed to recognize alumni volunteer achievement
and build a network of JMU graduates who are informed, involved and
invested in shaping the future of James Madison University.
Annual
highlights include a keynote address from members of JMU's senior
administration and the JMU Alumni Association president, workshops to
enhance alumni events and programming, announcements of new university
initiatives and an awards dinner to honor notable alumni volunteerism.
Click to learn more
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Jul 4
Independence Day
Independence Day.
University closed.
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Nov 1
Homecoming 2013 Reunions
Reunions for the Classes of 1968, 1973, 1978, 1983, 1988, 1993,
1998, 2003, and 2008
If you
are a member of the above classes and are interested in planning a
reunion event or participating on a reunion committee for next year's
Homecoming Reunion Weekend, please complete the form. You can
volunteer for your class year reunion or an affinity reunion (for
example: Kinesiology Alumni, Cheerleading Alumni, Sigma Kappa Alumni,
etc.).
Each class is responsible for planning its own reunion event(s), but the
Alumni Office is here to help with all your planning needs. If we
don't hear from your class, you will not have a reunion in 2013.
If you have any questions, please contact the Office of Alumni Relations at 888.568.2586 or alumni_link@jmu.edu.
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Nov 2
Homecoming 2013 Reunions
Reunions for the Classes of 1968, 1973, 1978, 1983, 1988, 1993,
1998, 2003, and 2008
If you
are a member of the above classes and are interested in planning a
reunion event or participating on a reunion committee for next year's
Homecoming Reunion Weekend, please complete the form. You can
volunteer for your class year reunion or an affinity reunion (for
example: Kinesiology Alumni, Cheerleading Alumni, Sigma Kappa Alumni,
etc.).
Each class is responsible for planning its own reunion event(s), but the
Alumni Office is here to help with all your planning needs. If we
don't hear from your class, you will not have a reunion in 2013.
If you have any questions, please contact the Office of Alumni Relations at 888.568.2586 or alumni_link@jmu.edu.
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Nov 28
Thanksgiving Holiday
Nov. 28-29
Thanksgiving Holiday.
University closed.
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Dec 23
Winter Holiday
Dec. 23 (noon)-31
Winter Holiday.
University closed.
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Mar 14
Visiting Scholars Program
7 p.m.
Mainstage
Theatre, Forbes Center for the Performing Arts
Tony Walton, designer and
director, presents “Les Liaisons Dangereuses: Artists in Collaboration and a
Life in Theatre”; sponsored by the College of Arts and Letters; for
information, call (540) 568-6472; free.
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Mar 20
They're Playing Our Song
Studio Theatre
March 19–22, 2013 ♦ Tuesday–Friday @ 8 p.m.
March 23, 2013 ♦ Saturday @ 2 p.m. and 8 p.m.
This musical disco dances its way through the relationship of
neurotic composer, Vernon, and wacky lyricist, Sonia, and is modeled
after the real–life relationship between Marvin Hamlisch and Carole
Bayer Sager. In a clear case of “opposites attract,” the two become not
only songwriting partners, but also fall in love. Until they can figure
out how to work together, they find themselves in some hilarious
situations. Filled with catchy up–tempo disco songs and soulful,
reflective ballads, the score takes you on just as crazy a ride as Sonia
and Vernon! Contains adult language and themes.
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Mar 21
Visiting Scholars Program
3:45 p.m.
Room 31,
Burruss Hall
Morris “Bud” Jacobs, president of the Public Diplomacy Council,
presents “Public Diplomacy: Tools, Aims and Goals”; sponsored by the College of
Arts and Letters; for information, call (540) 568-6472; free.
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Mar 21
They're Playing Our Song
Studio Theatre
March 19–22, 2013 ♦ Tuesday–Friday @ 8 p.m.
March 23, 2013 ♦ Saturday @ 2 p.m. and 8 p.m.
This musical disco dances its way through the relationship of
neurotic composer, Vernon, and wacky lyricist, Sonia, and is modeled
after the real–life relationship between Marvin Hamlisch and Carole
Bayer Sager. In a clear case of “opposites attract,” the two become not
only songwriting partners, but also fall in love. Until they can figure
out how to work together, they find themselves in some hilarious
situations. Filled with catchy up–tempo disco songs and soulful,
reflective ballads, the score takes you on just as crazy a ride as Sonia
and Vernon! Contains adult language and themes.
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Mar 22
They're Playing Our Song
Studio Theatre
March 19–22, 2013 ♦ Tuesday–Friday @ 8 p.m.
March 23, 2013 ♦ Saturday @ 2 p.m. and 8 p.m.
This musical disco dances its way through the relationship of
neurotic composer, Vernon, and wacky lyricist, Sonia, and is modeled
after the real–life relationship between Marvin Hamlisch and Carole
Bayer Sager. In a clear case of “opposites attract,” the two become not
only songwriting partners, but also fall in love. Until they can figure
out how to work together, they find themselves in some hilarious
situations. Filled with catchy up–tempo disco songs and soulful,
reflective ballads, the score takes you on just as crazy a ride as Sonia
and Vernon! Contains adult language and themes.
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Mar 23
They're Playing Our Song
Studio Theatre
March 19–22, 2013 ♦ Tuesday–Friday @ 8 p.m.
March 23, 2013 ♦ Saturday @ 2 p.m. and 8 p.m.
This musical disco dances its way through the relationship of
neurotic composer, Vernon, and wacky lyricist, Sonia, and is modeled
after the real–life relationship between Marvin Hamlisch and Carole
Bayer Sager. In a clear case of “opposites attract,” the two become not
only songwriting partners, but also fall in love. Until they can figure
out how to work together, they find themselves in some hilarious
situations. Filled with catchy up–tempo disco songs and soulful,
reflective ballads, the score takes you on just as crazy a ride as Sonia
and Vernon! Contains adult language and themes.
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Mar 23
They're Playing Our Song
Studio Theatre
March 19–22, 2013 ♦ Tuesday–Friday @ 8 p.m.
March 23, 2013 ♦ Saturday @ 2 p.m. and 8 p.m.
This musical disco dances its way through the relationship of
neurotic composer, Vernon, and wacky lyricist, Sonia, and is modeled
after the real–life relationship between Marvin Hamlisch and Carole
Bayer Sager. In a clear case of “opposites attract,” the two become not
only songwriting partners, but also fall in love. Until they can figure
out how to work together, they find themselves in some hilarious
situations. Filled with catchy up–tempo disco songs and soulful,
reflective ballads, the score takes you on just as crazy a ride as Sonia
and Vernon! Contains adult language and themes.
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Mar 25
Visiting Scholars Program
6:30 p.m.
Room 2105,
Harrison Hall
Marcel Bonn-Miller, a research health science specialist at the
National Center for PTSD & Center for Health Care Evaluation, presents “An
Update on Cannabis: Characteristics, Correlates, Prevalence, Policies and
Treatment”; sponsored by the College of Arts and Letters; for information, call
(540) 568-6472; free.
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Apr 4
Special Collections Brown-Bag Lunch Series
noon-1
p.m.
Room 301, Carrier Library
Dr. Brooks Hefner, an assistant professor of English
at JMU, presents “20th Century Popular Culture”; free.
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Apr 4
Visiting Scholars Program
8 p.m.
Room 1115,
Forbes Center for the Performing Arts
John Kratus, professor of music at
Michigan State University, presents “Music of the Heart: A Biological Theory of
the Origins of Musical Expression”; sponsored by the College of Arts and
Letters; for information, call (540) 568-6472; free.
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Apr 8
Visiting Scholars Program
4 p.m.
Room 6110, Memorial
Hall
Ruth Jarman, an education lecturer at Queens University in Belfast,
Ireland, presents “The power which knowledge gives—an Irish experience of
promoting young people’s critical engagement with science in the news”;
sponsored by the College of Arts and Letters; for information, call (540)
568-6472; free.
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Apr 18
Visiting Scholars Program
7 p.m.
Room 2105,
Harrison Hall
Dr. R. Andrew Chesnut, Bishop Walter F. Sullivan Chair in Catholic
Studies and a professor of religious studies at Virginia Commonwealth
University, presents “Santa Muerte: The Mushrooming New Cult of Saint Death”;
sponsored by the College of Arts and Letters; for information, call (540)
568-6472; free.
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Apr 21
Spring 2013 Director¿s Fest
Studio Theatre
April 20–22, 2013 ♦ Saturday–Monday @ 8 p.m.
A festival of 10-minute plays directed by JMU theatre students. Contains adult language and themes.
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Mar 25
Italian Movie Festival
6:30 p.m.
Room 1101, Miller Hall
“Io non ho paura” (“I’m not
scared”) in Italian with English subtitles; free.
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Apr 25
Italian Movie Festival
6:30 p.m.
Room 2105, Harrison Hall
“La vita e bella” (“Life is
beautiful”) in Italian with English subtitles; free.
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Mar 19
They're Playing Our Song
Studio Theatre
March 19–22, 2013 ♦ Tuesday–Friday @ 8 p.m.
March 23, 2013 ♦ Saturday @ 2 p.m. and 8 p.m.
This musical disco dances its way through the relationship of
neurotic composer, Vernon, and wacky lyricist, Sonia, and is modeled
after the real–life relationship between Marvin Hamlisch and Carole
Bayer Sager. In a clear case of “opposites attract,” the two become not
only songwriting partners, but also fall in love. Until they can figure
out how to work together, they find themselves in some hilarious
situations. Filled with catchy up–tempo disco songs and soulful,
reflective ballads, the score takes you on just as crazy a ride as Sonia
and Vernon! Contains adult language and themes.
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Mar 21
Guest Speaker Robert Lawson
4 p.m.
Room 1302, Health and Human Services Building
The Gilliam Center
for Free Enterprise and Ethical Leadership presents Robert Lawson from Southern
Methodist University discussing “Economic Freedom and Well-Being.”
For information, call (540) 568-3083; free.
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Apr 5
Guest Speaker Daniel Berkowitz
3:30 p.m.
Room G2, Zane Showker Hall
The College of Business
Economics Lecture Series presents Daniel M. Berkowitz from the University of
Pittsburgh discussing “The Real and Financial Implications of Property Rights
Enforcement: Evidence from a Chinese Natural Experiment.” For information, call
(540) 568-3083; free.
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Apr 16
Guest Speaker Robert Blecker
4 p.m.
Room 104, Zane Showker Hall
The College of Business Economics
Lecture Series presents Robert A. Blecker from American University discussing “Trade
Liberalization and the Balance of Payments Constraint with Intermediate
Imports: The Case of Mexico Revisited.” For information, call (540) 568-3083;
free.
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Apr 20
Spring 2013 Director's Fest
Studio Theatre
April 20–22, 2013 ♦ Saturday–Monday @ 8 p.m.
A festival of 10-minute plays directed by JMU theatre students. Contains adult language and themes.
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Apr 22
Spring 2013 Director's Fest
Studio Theatre
April 20–22, 2013 ♦ Saturday–Monday @ 8 p.m.
A festival of 10-minute plays directed by JMU theatre students. Contains adult language and themes.
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Nov 1
Homecoming 2013 Reunions
Homecoming 2013 Reunions!
Reunions for the Classes of 1968, 1973, 1978, 1983, 1988, 1993,
1998, 2003, and 2008
If you
are a member of the above classes and are interested in planning a
reunion event or participating on a reunion committee for next year's
Homecoming Reunion Weekend, please complete the form below. You can
volunteer for your class year reunion or an affinity reunion (for
example: Kinesiology Alumni, Cheerleading Alumni, Sigma Kappa Alumni,
etc.).
Each class is responsible for planning its own reunion event(s), but the
Alumni Office is here to help with all your planning needs. If we
don't hear from your class, you will not have a reunion in 2013.
If you have any questions, please contact the Office of Alumni Relations at 888.568.2586 or alumni_link@jmu.edu.
To learn more https://secure.www.alumniconnections.com/olc/pub/JMD/event/showEventForm.jsp?form_id=132438 or call (540)-568-6211
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Apr 16
All Together One Awards Presentations
Noon
The Commons (rain location: Grafton-Stovall Theatre)
The awards
recognize JMU people who contribute to the ideas and goals of the university by
building community, inspiring others, fostering an attitude of caring, humility
and kindness, exhibiting a dedication to learning and exhibiting a commitment
to working together; sponsored by Omicron Delta Kappa; for information, check http://www.alltogetherone.org; free.
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Mar 5
MetroDukes Port City Brewing Company
A
JMU gathering at a JMU alum-owned brewery? Yes, please. We're
celebrating James Madison Inauguration Week (or close to it) with
friends and family at Port City Brewing Company for a brewery tour and
tasting, as well as a performance by JMU's a capella group Low Key!
For $15.00 per person enjoy a private tour and sample of all 5 delicious
Port City Brewing beers. Best part? $8 of your registration fee will be
donated to JMU as a gift from the MetroDukes Alumni Chapter. Everyone that attends will also receive a Port City Brewing Company glass.
Space is limited to 100 guests...register today!
No refunds will be given after February 19th and registration will close on February 26th (or when sold out).
Special thanks to Port City
Brewing owner, Bill Butcher ('88), for providing a JMU discount for the
event so that the proceeds benefit JMU.
Port City Brewing Company
3950 Wheeler Avenue
Alexandria, VA 22304
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Mar 8
University Holiday
University closed.
For more information regarding University holidays, please visit the Human Resources holiday schedule.
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Mar 9
John C. Wells Planetarium Shows
2:30 p.m. ("One World, One Sky: Big Bird's Adventure") and 3:30 and 4:30 p.m. ("Seven Wonders")
Miller Hall
The planetarium offers shows for the public, with seating beginning 10 minutes before show time on a first-come, first-seated basis; the first show is geared toward families with young children while the second and third shows appeal to older children and adults; each show is followed by a 25-minute "star talk" that provides visitors with updates about the night sky, including constellations, planets and any comets that might be visible; for more information, including program descriptions, check http://www.jmu.edu/planetarium/index.shtml; free.
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Mar 11
Citizenship Forum
Location: Festival Ballroom
Time: 6:00-8:00pm
This event is open to the public.
The campus and
community are invited to the Citizenship Forum to discuss higher education's
responsibility to society to help produce educated, informed and enlightened
citizens. The JMU debate program will moderate a panel of experts in
civic engagement, community engagement and ethical decision making.
The audience will then breakout into focus groups
(facilitated by the JMU Debate program). Come
join us for this thoughtful look at our role and responsibility to help shape
our communities and society.
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Mar 11
Citizenship Forum
Location: Festival Ballroom
Time: 6:00-8:00pm
This event is open to the public.
The campus and
community are invited to the Citizenship Forum to discuss higher education's
responsibility to society to help produce educated, informed and enlightened
citizens. The JMU debate program will moderate a panel of experts in
civic engagement, community engagement and ethical decision making.
The audience will then breakout into focus groups
(facilitated by the JMU Debate program). Come
join us for this thoughtful look at our role and responsibility to help shape
our communities and society.
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Mar 12
Meals on Wheels at Price Rotary Club
Prepare and ride along to
deliver lunches to shut-ins.
Session 1301
Spaces: 4
Address: 305 S. Dogwood Dr., H'Burg 22801
Course Number: P2009
We are so happy that you are willing to
participate in the Day of Community Service! To say thank you, we have special
Inauguration Week commemorative t-shirts that we encourage you to wear during
your community service. Once you have registered for your project, please stop
by the University Events office on Wednesday, March 6 or Thursday, March 7 in
JMAC 2, Suite 4 between 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. to pick out your t-shirt.
For questions, please contact Kris Hensley at
universityevents@jmu.edu. Please have “Day of Service” in subject line or call
540-568-7787.
Employees should seek approval from their
supervisors before registering for a community service event. Once
approved, classified employees may use Community Service Leave to participate
in these service events.
To register for a service project:
- Log into MyMadison
- Click on the “Employee” tab
- Under Employee Training Tab, Click Request
Training Enrollment
- Search by JMU Course Type
- Look for President Inauguration, Click
Available Courses
- If you click the info icon, you will see the
summaries.
- Click View Available Sessions
- Click Session Number to enroll
-
Mar 12
Roberta Webb Child Care Center
Plan to have fun with 2, 3 and 4 year olds at
the center with indoor and outdoor play and reading.
A shuttle will be provided for this community
service project so only one vehicle will be making the trip. Shuttle will leave
Godwin Hall 15 minutes prior to your start project start time. Please be
prompt!
Session 1301 9am-11am
Session
1302 11am-1pm
Spaces: 8 PER SHIFT
Address: 400
Kelley St. H'Burg 22802
Course Number: P2005
We are so happy that you are willing to
participate in the Day of Community Service! To say thank you, we have special
Inauguration Week commemorative t-shirts that we encourage you to wear during
your community service. Once you have registered for your project, please stop
by the University Events office on Wednesday, March 6 or Thursday, March 7 in
JMAC 2, Suite 4 between 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. to pick out your t-shirt.
For questions, please contact Kris Hensley at
universityevents@jmu.edu. Please have “Day of Service” in subject line or call
540-568-7787.
Employees should seek approval from their
supervisors before registering for a community service event. Once
approved, classified employees may use Community Service Leave to participate
in these service events.
To register for a service project:
- Log into MyMadison
- Click on the “Employee” tab
- Under Employee Training Tab, Click Request
Training Enrollment
- Search by JMU Course Type
- Look for President Inauguration, Click
Available Courses
- If you click the info icon, you will see the
summaries.
- Click View Available Sessions
- Click Session Number to enroll
-
Mar 12
Mercy House
Wear comfortable clothes and
bring work gloves to help Mercy House with cleaning and organizing the shelter
for homeless families.
Dress for physical work.
A shuttle will be provided for this community
service project so only one vehicle will be making the trip. Shuttle will leave
Godwin Hall 15 minutes prior to your start project start time. Please be
prompt!
Session 1301: 9am-1pm
Session
1302: 1pm-5pm
Spaces: 10 EACH SHIFT
Address: 247 N. High St. H'Burg 22801
Course Number: P2002
We are so happy that you are willing to
participate in the Day of Community Service! To say thank you, we have special
Inauguration Week commemorative t-shirts that we encourage you to wear during
your community service. Once you have registered for your project, please stop
by the University Events office on Wednesday, March 6 or Thursday, March 7 in
JMAC 2, Suite 4 between 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. to pick out your t-shirt.
For questions, please contact Kris Hensley at
universityevents@jmu.edu. Please have “Day of Service” in subject line or call
540-568-7787.
Employees should seek approval from their
supervisors before registering for a community service event. Once
approved, classified employees may use Community Service Leave to participate
in these service events.
To register for a service project:
- Log into MyMadison
- Click on the “Employee” tab
- Under Employee Training Tab, Click Request
Training Enrollment
- Search by JMU Course Type
- Look for President Inauguration, Click
Available Courses
- If you click the info icon, you will see the
summaries.
- Click View Available Sessions
- Click Session Number to enroll
-
Mar 12
Generations Crossing Outdoor Work
In Massanetta Springs Area
Landscaping the playground area
including spreading mulch. Dress for physical work in the outdoors, rain
or shine.
Session 1301
Spaces: 8
Address: 3765 Taylor Spring Ln. H'Burg 22801
Course Number: P2004
We are so happy that you are willing to
participate in the Day of Community Service! To say thank you, we have special
Inauguration Week commemorative t-shirts that we encourage you to wear during
your community service. Once you have registered for your project, please stop
by the University Events office on Wednesday, March 6 or Thursday, March 7 in
JMAC 2, Suite 4 between 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. to pick out your t-shirt.
For questions, please contact Kris Hensley at
universityevents@jmu.edu. Please have “Day of Service” in subject line or call
540-568-7787.
Employees should seek approval from their
supervisors before registering for a community service event. Once
approved, classified employees may use Community Service Leave to participate
in these service events.
To register for a service project:
- Log into MyMadison
- Click on the “Employee” tab
- Under Employee Training Tab, Click Request
Training Enrollment
- Search by JMU Course Type
- Look for President Inauguration, Click
Available Courses
- If you click the info icon, you will see the
summaries.
- Click View Available Sessions
- Click Session Number to enroll
-
Mar 12
Generations Crossing Working With Older Adults
In Massanetta Springs Area
Activities with Older Adults. Assist with
organized activities.
Session 1301
Spaces: 6
Address: 3765 Taylor Spring Ln. H'Burg 22801
Course Number: P2008
We are so happy that you are willing to
participate in the Day of Community Service! To say thank you, we have special
Inauguration Week commemorative t-shirts that we encourage you to wear during
your community service. Once you have registered for your project, please stop
by the University Events office on Wednesday, March 6 or Thursday, March 7 in
JMAC 2, Suite 4 between 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. to pick out your t-shirt.
For questions, please contact Kris Hensley at
universityevents@jmu.edu. Please have “Day of Service” in subject line or call
540-568-7787.
Employees should seek approval from their
supervisors before registering for a community service event. Once
approved, classified employees may use Community Service Leave to participate
in these service events.
To register for a service project:
- Log into MyMadison
- Click on the “Employee” tab
- Under Employee Training Tab, Click Request
Training Enrollment
- Search by JMU Course Type
- Look for President Inauguration, Click
Available Courses
- If you click the info icon, you will see the
summaries.
- Click View Available Sessions
- Click Session Number to enroll
-
Mar 12
Our Community Place
Some volunteers will help with general work
projects around the facility with no skill required. Other volunteers are
needed to help prepare and serve lunch to participants at OCP. (Will have
lunch onsite).
Dress for physical work. Parking is available in the Rose Library parking
lot
Session 1301
Spaces: 10
Address: 17 E. Johnson St. H'Burg 22802
Course Number: P2001
We are so happy that you are willing to
participate in the Day of Community Service! To say thank you, we have special
Inauguration Week commemorative t-shirts that we encourage you to wear during
your community service. Once you have registered for your project, please stop
by the University Events office on Wednesday, March 6 or Thursday, March 7 in
JMAC 2, Suite 4 between 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. to pick out your t-shirt.
For questions, please contact Kris Hensley at
universityevents@jmu.edu. Please have “Day of Service” in subject line or call
540-568-7787.
Employees should seek approval from their
supervisors before registering for a community service event. Once
approved, classified employees may use Community Service Leave to participate
in these service events.
To register for a service project:
- Log into MyMadison
- Click on the “Employee” tab
- Under Employee Training Tab, Click Request
Training Enrollment
- Search by JMU Course Type
- Look for President Inauguration, Click
Available Courses
- If you click the info icon, you will see the
summaries.
- Click View Available Sessions
- Click Session Number to enroll
-
Mar 12
Roberta Webb Child Care Center
Plan to have fun with 2, 3 and 4 year olds at
the center with indoor and outdoor play and reading.
A shuttle will be provided for this community
service project so only one vehicle will be making the trip. Shuttle will leave
Godwin Hall 15 minutes prior to your start project start time. Please be
prompt!
Session 1301 9am-11am
Session
1302 11am-1pm
Spaces: 8 PER SHIFT
Address: 400
Kelley St. H'Burg 22802
Course Number: P2005
We are so happy that you are willing to
participate in the Day of Community Service! To say thank you, we have special
Inauguration Week commemorative t-shirts that we encourage you to wear during
your community service. Once you have registered for your project, please stop
by the University Events office on Wednesday, March 6 or Thursday, March 7 in
JMAC 2, Suite 4 between 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. to pick out your t-shirt.
For questions, please contact Kris Hensley at
universityevents@jmu.edu. Please have “Day of Service” in subject line or call
540-568-7787.
Employees should seek approval from their
supervisors before registering for a community service event. Once
approved, classified employees may use Community Service Leave to participate
in these service events.
To register for a service project:
- Log into MyMadison
- Click on the “Employee” tab
- Under Employee Training Tab, Click Request
Training Enrollment
- Search by JMU Course Type
- Look for President Inauguration, Click
Available Courses
- If you click the info icon, you will see the
summaries.
- Click View Available Sessions
- Click Session Number to enroll
-
Mar 12
Second Home
Reading, Games, Activities with school-age
children.
A shuttle will be provided for this community
service project so only one vehicle will be making the trip. Shuttle will leave
Godwin Hall 15 minutes prior to your start project start time. Please be
prompt!
Session 1301 12:30-3pm
Session
1302 3pm-5pm
Spaces: 10 EACH SHIFT
Address: 281 E. Market St. H'Burg, 22801
Course Number: P2007
We are so happy that you are willing to
participate in the Day of Community Service! To say thank you, we have special
Inauguration Week commemorative t-shirts that we encourage you to wear during
your community service. Once you have registered for your project, please stop
by the University Events office on Wednesday, March 6 or Thursday, March 7 in
JMAC 2, Suite 4 between 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. to pick out your t-shirt.
For questions, please contact Kris Hensley at
universityevents@jmu.edu. Please have “Day of Service” in subject line or call
540-568-7787.
Employees should seek approval from their
supervisors before registering for a community service event. Once
approved, classified employees may use Community Service Leave to participate
in these service events.
To register for a service project:
- Log into MyMadison
- Click on the “Employee” tab
- Under Employee Training Tab, Click Request
Training Enrollment
- Search by JMU Course Type
- Look for President Inauguration, Click
Available Courses
- If you click the info icon, you will see the
summaries.
- Click View Available Sessions
- Click Session Number to enroll
-
Mar 12
Mercy House
Wear comfortable clothes and
bring work gloves to help Mercy House with cleaning and organizing the shelter
for homeless families.
Dress for physical work.
A shuttle will be provided for this community
service project so only one vehicle will be making the trip. Shuttle will leave
Godwin Hall 15 minutes prior to your start project start time. Please be
prompt!
Session 1301: 9am-1pm
Session
1302: 1pm-5pm
Spaces: 10 EACH SHIFT
Address: 247 N. High St. H'Burg 22801
Course Number: P2002
We are so happy that you are willing to
participate in the Day of Community Service! To say thank you, we have special
Inauguration Week commemorative t-shirts that we encourage you to wear during
your community service. Once you have registered for your project, please stop
by the University Events office on Wednesday, March 6 or Thursday, March 7 in
JMAC 2, Suite 4 between 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. to pick out your t-shirt.
For questions, please contact Kris Hensley at
universityevents@jmu.edu. Please have “Day of Service” in subject line or call
540-568-7787.
Employees should seek approval from their
supervisors before registering for a community service event. Once
approved, classified employees may use Community Service Leave to participate
in these service events.
To register for a service project:
- Log into MyMadison
- Click on the “Employee” tab
- Under Employee Training Tab, Click Request
Training Enrollment
- Search by JMU Course Type
- Look for President Inauguration, Click
Available Courses
- If you click the info icon, you will see the
summaries.
- Click View Available Sessions
- Click Session Number to enroll
-
Mar 12
First Step Domestic Violence Center
Roll up your sleeves and wear gloves for
cleaning out the attic and basement of this shelter for victims of domestic
violence. Volunteers will help First Step get organized. Dress for physical work.
Session 1301
Spaces: 6
Address: 129 Franklin St. H'Burg 22801
Course Number: P2000
We are so happy that you are willing to
participate in the Day of Community Service! To say thank you, we have special
Inauguration Week commemorative t-shirts that we encourage you to wear during
your community service. Once you have registered for your project, please stop
by the University Events office on Wednesday, March 6 or Thursday, March 7 in
JMAC 2, Suite 4 between 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. to pick out your t-shirt.
For questions, please contact Kris Hensley at
universityevents@jmu.edu. Please have “Day of Service” in subject line or call
540-568-7787.
Employees should seek approval from their
supervisors before registering for a community service event. Once
approved, classified employees may use Community Service Leave to participate
in these service events.
To register for a service project:
-
Log into MyMadison
- Click on the Employee
Under Employee Training Tab
- Click Request
Training Enrollment
- Search by JMU Course Type
- Look for President Inauguration
- Click
Available Courses
- If you click the info icon, you will see the
summaries
- Click View Available Sessions
Click Session Number to enroll
-
Mar 12
Harrisonburg/Rockingham Child Day Care Center
At Harrisonburg/Rockingham Child Day Care Center (Muhlenberg Lutheran Church)
Landscaping the playground area
including spreading mulch. Dress for physical work in the outdoors, rain or
shine.
A shuttle will be provided for this community
service project so only one vehicle will be making the trip. Shuttle will leave
Godwin Hall 15 minutes prior to your start project start time. Please be
prompt!
Session 1301
Spaces: 5
Address: 281 E. Market St. H'Burg 22801
Course Number: P2003
We are so happy that you are willing to
participate in the Day of Community Service! To say thank you, we have special
Inauguration Week commemorative t-shirts that we encourage you to wear during
your community service. Once you have registered for your project, please stop
by the University Events office on Wednesday, March 6 or Thursday, March 7 in
JMAC 2, Suite 4 between 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. to pick out your t-shirt.
For questions, please contact Kris Hensley at
universityevents@jmu.edu. Please have “Day of Service” in subject line or call
540-568-7787.
Employees should seek approval from their
supervisors before registering for a community service event. Once
approved, classified employees may use Community Service Leave to participate
in these service events.
To register for a service project:
- Log into MyMadison
- Click on the “Employee” tab
- Under Employee Training Tab, Click Request
Training Enrollment
- Search by JMU Course Type
- Look for President Inauguration, Click
Available Courses
- If you click the info icon, you will see the
summaries.
- Click View Available Sessions
- Click Session Number to enroll
-
Mar 12
Second Home
Reading, Games, Activities with school-age
children.
A shuttle will be provided for this community
service project so only one vehicle will be making the trip. Shuttle will leave
Godwin Hall 15 minutes prior to your start project start time. Please be
prompt!
Session 1301 12:30-3pm
Session
1302 3pm-5pm
Spaces: 10 EACH SHIFT
Address: 281 E. Market St. H'Burg, 22801
Course Number: P2007
We are so happy that you are willing to
participate in the Day of Community Service! To say thank you, we have special
Inauguration Week commemorative t-shirts that we encourage you to wear during
your community service. Once you have registered for your project, please stop
by the University Events office on Wednesday, March 6 or Thursday, March 7 in
JMAC 2, Suite 4 between 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. to pick out your t-shirt.
For questions, please contact Kris Hensley at
universityevents@jmu.edu. Please have “Day of Service” in subject line or call
540-568-7787.
Employees should seek approval from their
supervisors before registering for a community service event. Once
approved, classified employees may use Community Service Leave to participate
in these service events.
To register for a service project:
- Log into MyMadison
- Click on the “Employee” tab
- Under Employee Training Tab, Click Request
Training Enrollment
- Search by JMU Course Type
- Look for President Inauguration, Click
Available Courses
- If you click the info icon, you will see the
summaries.
- Click View Available Sessions
- Click Session Number to enroll
-
Mar 12
Big Brothers Big Sisters
Second Home - Muhlenberg Lutheran Church
Activities with school-age
children. Will be making care packages to send to soldiers in Afghanistan.
A shuttle will be provided for this community
service project so only one vehicle will be making the trip. Shuttle will leave
Godwin Hall 15 minutes prior to your start project start time. Please be
prompt!
Session 1301
Spaces: 4
Address: 281 E. Market St. H'Burg, 22801
Course Number: P2006
We are so happy that you are willing to
participate in the Day of Community Service! To say thank you, we have special
Inauguration Week commemorative t-shirts that we encourage you to wear during
your community service. Once you have registered for your project, please stop
by the University Events office on Wednesday, March 6 or Thursday, March 7 in
JMAC 2, Suite 4 between 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. to pick out your t-shirt.
For questions, please contact Kris Hensley at
universityevents@jmu.edu. Please have “Day of Service” in subject line or call
540-568-7787.
Employees should seek approval from their
supervisors before registering for a community service event. Once
approved, classified employees may use Community Service Leave to participate
in these service events.
To register for a service project:
- Log into MyMadison
- Click on the “Employee” tab
- Under Employee Training Tab, Click Request
Training Enrollment
- Search by JMU Course Type
- Look for President Inauguration, Click
Available Courses
- If you click the info icon, you will see the
summaries.
- Click View Available Sessions
- Click Session Number to enroll
-
Mar 12
Exploring SRI's Cornerstone Math
Location: Skyline Middle School, Harrisonburg Public Schools
470 Linda Lane, Harrisonburg, VA 22802
Time: 3:30-4:30pm
This event is open to JMU Faculty and Staff, JMU students and K-12 school partners.
Come
join Dr. Patrick Shields, executive director of SRI International's
Education Division, as he shares about the Cornerstone Math project. Cornerstone Math is
an innovative integration of technology, curriculum and teacher
professional development aimed at improving
mathematics instruction and learning in grades 7 and 8. Studies
completed in Texas, Florida, and the United Kingdom provide encouraging
results of the program that could be implemented in the Shenandoah
Valley.
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Mar 12
Faculty Roundtable: The Political thought of James Madison
Location: HHS 1301 (Health and Human Services Building)
Time: 4:30-6:00pm
This event is open to the public.
JMU professors
Kevin Hardwick, Howard Lubert, and Bill Hawk and Rebecca
Brannon (moderator) will discuss "The Political
Thought of James Madison."
The panelists will examine Madison’s ideas from a variety of
perspectives and offer their expertise on the subject.
Audience questions are welcomed.
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Mar 12
Faculty Roundtable: The Political thought of James Madison
Location: HHS 1301 (Health and Human Services Building)
Time: 4:30-6:00pm
This event is open to the public.
JMU professors
Kevin Hardwick, Howard Lubert, and Bill Hawk and Rebecca
Brannon (moderator) will discuss "The Political
Thought of James Madison."
The panelists will examine Madison’s ideas from a variety of
perspectives and offer their expertise on the subject.
Audience questions are welcomed.
-
Mar 12
Reason and Rhetoric in the Liberal Arts Program
5:30 p.m.
Room 302, Taylor Hall
Dr.
Daniel Devereux, professor of philosophy at the University of Virginia,
presents "Gorgias and Socrates on Rhetoric"; presented by the
Virginia Gamma Chapter of Phi Sigma Tau, the international honor society in
philosophy; free.
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Mar 12
JMU Alumni Reception
Location: JMU Forbes Center for the Performing Arts, Grand Lobby
Time: 6:00-7:30pm
This event is open to all JMU alumni and families.
Kick
off Inauguration Week at JMU on Tuesday, March 12 as the JMU Alumni
Association and the Harrisonburg Alumni Chapter invite you to Sing Out!
at the Forbes Center for the Performing Arts.
An
annual
sellout event, Sing Out! showcases the musical talent of JMU's student A
Capella groups inside the university's state-of-the-art performance
venue. The alumni association will host a pre-concert reception at 6pm,
complete with food, beverages and a live
performance from the Harrisonburg High School A Capella Group. Doors for
the show open at 7:30pm, and the performance begins at 8pm.
To register for this event, please visit the Alumni website.
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Mar 12
Public Lecture: "Dolley Madison and the Creation of 'The First Lady'"
Location: HHS 1301 Lecture Hall (Health and Human Services building)
Time: 6:00pm-7:00pm
This event is open to the public.
Join us for this public lecture, "Dolley Madison and the
Creation of 'The First Lady'" presented by Holly Shulman, Editor, Dolley Madison Digital Edition, at University of Virginia. Professor
Shulman’s presentation will examine how and why Dolley Madison created the role
of the first lady.
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Mar 12
JMU Alumni Reception
Location: JMU Forbes Center for the Performing Arts, Grand Lobby
Time: 6:00-7:30pm
This event is open to all JMU alumni and families.
Kick
off Inauguration Week at JMU on Tuesday, March 12 as the JMU Alumni
Association and the Harrisonburg Alumni Chapter invite you to Sing Out!
at the Forbes Center for the Performing Arts.
An
annual
sellout event, Sing Out! showcases the musical talent of JMU's student A
Capella groups inside the university's state-of-the-art performance
venue. The alumni association will host a pre-concert reception at 6pm,
complete with food, beverages and a live
performance from the Harrisonburg High School A Capella Group. Doors for
the show open at 7:30pm, and the performance begins at 8pm.
To register for this event, please visit the Alumni website.
-
Mar 12
Public Lecture: "Dolley Madison and the Creation of 'The First Lady'"
Location: HHS 1301 Lecture Hall (Health and Human Services building)
Time: 6:00pm-7:00pm
This event is open to the public.
Join us for this public lecture, "Dolley Madison and the
Creation of 'The First Lady'" presented by Holly Shulman, Editor, Dolley Madison Digital Edition, at University of Virginia. Professor
Shulman’s presentation will examine how and why Dolley Madison created the role
of the first lady.
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Mar 13
Faculty Roundtable: "The Madisons' World"
Location: HHS 1301 (Health and Human Services buildling)
Time: 4:30-6:00pm
This event is open to the public.
JMU faculty members
Bruce Brunton, Pam Johnson, Matt Rebhorn and David Owusu-Ansah (moderator) will discuss
“The Madisons’ World." Our
panelists will offer their interdisciplinary expertise on the Madisons’
life and time with a focus on the economy, literature and dress of the era.
Audience questions are welcomed.
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Mar 13
Faculty Roundtable: "The Madisons' World"
Location: HHS 1301 (Health and Human Services buildling)
Time: 4:30-6:00pm
This event is open to the public.
JMU faculty members
Bruce Brunton, Pam Johnson, Matt Rebhorn and David Owusu-Ansah (moderator) will discuss
“The Madisons’ World." Our
panelists will offer their interdisciplinary expertise on the Madisons’
life and time with a focus on the economy, literature and dress of the era.
Audience questions are welcomed.
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Mar 13
Public Lecture: "Madison, Slavery and the Constitution"
Location: HHS 1301 Lecture Hall (Health and Human Services building)
Time: 6:00-7:00pm
This event is open to the public.
David
Waldstreicher, Department of History, Temple University will present
"James Madison, Slavery and the Constitution."
Professor
Waldstreicher will examine Madison’s pivotal role in framing the Constitution
and the dilemmas posed by the institution of slavery.
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Mar 13
Public Lecture: "Madison, Slavery and the Constitution"
Location: HHS 1301 Lecture Hall (Health and Human Services building)
Time: 6:00-7:00pm
This event is open to the public.
David
Waldstreicher, Department of History, Temple University will present
"James Madison, Slavery and the Constitution."
Professor
Waldstreicher will examine Madison’s pivotal role in framing the Constitution
and the dilemmas posed by the institution of slavery.
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Mar 13
Sing Out! An A cappella Concert
Location: JMU Forbes Center for the Performing Arts, Concert Hall
Time: 8:00-10:00pm
This event is open to the public.
A cappella continues to take the world
by storm! A sellout last season, this event returns for two nights of
performances by JMU's amazing a cappella groups. This second annual Sing Out!
also features an a cappella group from Harrisonburg High School and a visiting
university.
For tickets, check http://www.jmu.edu/jmuarts/
or call (540) 568-7000.
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Mar 13
Sing Out! An A cappella Concert
Location: JMU Forbes Center for the Performing Arts, Concert Hall
Time: 8:00-10:00pm
This event is open to the public.
A cappella continues to take the world
by storm! A sellout last season, this event returns for two nights of
performances by JMU's amazing a cappella groups. This second annual Sing Out!
also features an a cappella group from Harrisonburg High School and a visiting
university.
For tickets, check http://www.jmu.edu/jmuarts/
or call (540) 568-7000.
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Mar 14
The Madison Collaborative: Ethical Reasoning in Action
Location: Highlands Room
Time: 1:00-2:00pm
This event is open to the public.
Over the past few years, members of the James
Madison University community have participated in preparing materials
for reaffirmation of accreditation by the Southern Association of
Colleges and Schools - Commission On Colleges (SACSCOC).
A centerpiece of this process is the development of a Quality
Enhancement Plan (QEP). The QEP is a five-year plan designed to
enhance student learning that is required by SACSCOC. This panel
discussion will discuss the QEP, its development, and the five
year plan of implementation.
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Mar 14
The Madison Collaborative: Ethical Reasoning in Action
Location: Highlands Room
Time: 1:00-2:00pm
This event is open to the public.
Over the past few years, members of the James
Madison University community have participated in preparing materials
for reaffirmation of accreditation by the Southern Association of
Colleges and Schools - Commission On Colleges (SACSCOC).
A centerpiece of this process is the development of a Quality
Enhancement Plan (QEP). The QEP is a five-year plan designed to
enhance student learning that is required by SACSCOC. This panel
discussion will discuss the QEP, its development, and the five
year plan of implementation.
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Mar 14
Presentation on innovation by SRI President and CEO
Location: Highlands Room
Time: 2:30-4:00pm
This event is for JMU faculty, staff, alumni and community leaders.
Presentation on
innovation by SRI President and CEO Curtis Carlson.
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Mar 14
Spirit of Innovation: The SRI Model
Location: Highlands Room
Time: 2:30-4:00pm
This event is for JMU faculty, staff, alumni and community leaders.
Presentation on
innovation by Dr. Curtis R. Carlson, President and CEO of SRI.
About SRI
Founded as a center of innovation and research at Stanford University,
SRI International became an independent nonprofit research institute in
1970, and remains a recognized leader in Silicon Valley’s innovation
ecosystem. SRI’s research has generated over 1,000 patents, and touches
on virtually every sector in the U.S. economy, including (but not
limited to): banking, robotics, national security, economic development,
energy and environmental technology, biomedicine, atmospheric research,
computing, and sensing technologies. One of SRI’s most widely
recognizable innovations revolutionized personal computing—the computer
mouse.
Other discoveries attributed to SRI during the early history of
computing are the “Windows” concept, hypertext, and videoconferencing.
Countless people around the world have benefited from SRI’s drug
development programs, which produced Halofantrine, a drug used to treat
malaria. In order to further their biological research, SRI established
the Center for Advanced Drug Research (CADRE) in the Rockingham Center
for Research and Technology, located just north of Harrisonburg. A more
recent technological innovation in the field of communications is Siri,
the virtual personal assistant for Apple’s iPhone. Launched in October
of 2011, Siri was made possible as a result of decades of SRI research
in artificial intelligence and leadership of the Personalized Assistant
that Learns (PAL) Program.
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Mar 14
Presidential Walk
Location: JMU Quadrangle to Court Square, then program in Court Square Theatre
Time: 4:30-6:30pm
This event is open to the public.
Part 1 (4:30 – 5:15):
Students, faculty, and staff will join in a walk from the Quad
side of the Main Street tunnel to Court
Square for a welcome from Harrisonburg city and Rockingham county. After a brief
program, participants will come together inside Court
Square Theater for Part 2 of this momentous event.
Part 2 (5:15 – 6:15):
After a performance by JMU’s a cappella group, Notoriety, there will be a lecture on "Beyond the Marble Man: Who was James Madison?"
presented by
David Mattern, Associate Editor, The Papers of James Madison, University of Virginia. Professor
Mattern’s presentation will provide answers that
demystify Mr. Madison and provide a sense of who he really was.
Be sure to stay downtown after the program to explore various specials being offered by Harrisonburg downtown restaurants.
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Mar 14
Presidential Walk
Location: JMU Quadrangle to Court Square, then program in Court Square Theatre
Time: 4:30-6:30pm
This event is open to the public.
Part 1 (4:30 – 5:15):
Students, faculty, and staff will join in a walk from the Quad
side of the Main Street tunnel to Court
Square for a welcome from Harrisonburg city and Rockingham county. After a brief
program, participants will come together inside Court
Square Theater for Part 2 of this momentous event.
Part 2 (5:15 – 6:15):
After a performance by JMU’s a cappella group, Notoriety, there will be a lecture on "Beyond the Marble Man: Who was James Madison?"
presented by
David Mattern, Associate Editor, The Papers of James Madison, University of Virginia. Professor
Mattern’s presentation will provide answers that
demystify Mr. Madison and provide a sense of who he really was.
Be sure to stay downtown after the program to explore various specials being offered by Harrisonburg downtown restaurants.
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Mar 15
Inauguration Day Purple Out
In
honor of James Madison University's new president, Jonathan Alger, it’s
a Purple Out day!
Even if you can’t join us in Harrisonburg, wear
purple to help us celebrate this historic JMU occasion.
Click the link to learn more
information on the inauguration http://www.jmu.edu/inauguration/
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Mar 15
Inauguration Day Purple Out
In
honor of James Madison University's new president, Jonathan Alger, it’s
a Purple Out day!
Even if you can’t join us in Harrisonburg, wear
purple to help us celebrate this historic JMU occasion.
Click the link to learn more
information on the inauguration http://www.jmu.edu/inauguration/
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Mar 15
Inaugural Ceremony
Location: JMU Convocation Center
Time: Doors will open at 10:15am
This event is open to the public.
James Madison University will take a momentous step in its young,
vibrant and storied history when it inaugurates Jonathan R. Alger as its
sixth president on March 15, 2013.
For detailed information please visit our Ceremony Information page.
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Mar 15
Inaugural Ceremony
Location: JMU Convocation Center
Time: Doors will open at 10:15am
This event is open to the public.
James Madison University will take a momentous step in its young,
vibrant and storied history when it inaugurates Jonathan R. Alger as its
sixth president on March 15, 2013.
Accessibility devices with captioning for those who are deaf or
hard of hearing will be available (limited). Captioning will also be
available on your smartphone by scanning the QR code to the right or
following
this
link on your phone.
For detailed information please visit our Ceremony Information page.
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Mar 15
JMU Debate Team: Federalists vs. Antifederalists
Location: TBD
Time: 3:00pm
This event is open to the public.
JMU’s award
winning debate team will present the two sides of ratification of the
Constitution. Basing their
arguments on correspondence, newspapers and pamphlets of the era, they will
recreate the tension surrounding the debate over whether or not the
Constitution should be ratified.
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Mar 15
JMU Debate Team: Federalists vs. Antifederalists
Location: TBD
Time: 3:00pm
This event is open to the public.
JMU’s award
winning debate team will present the two sides of ratification of the
Constitution. Basing their
arguments on correspondence, newspapers and pamphlets of the era, they will
recreate the tension surrounding the debate over whether or not the
Constitution should be ratified.
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Mar 15
MadisonFest
Location: JMU Quadrangle
Time: 5:30-8:00 pm
This event is open to the public.
Join in on this finale celebration of the Inauguration week and birthday party for James Madison consisting of music, carnival-like games, and fireworks!
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Mar 15
MadisonFest
Location: JMU Quadrangle
Time: 5:30-8:00 pm
This event is open to the public.
Join in on this finale celebration of the Inauguration week and birthday party for James Madison consisting of music, carnival-like games, and fireworks!
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Mar 16
Bus Trip to Montpelier
Location: Montpelier, home of President and Mrs. James Madison
Time: 10:00am-2:00pm
This event is open to the public but you must have a confirmed reservation prior to the event.
Please fill out the registration form to reserve your seat for this trip.
Celebrate the 262nd
birthday of the Father of the Constitution. Saturday, March 16 is James
Madison's birthday! To celebrate JMU will provide roundtrip transportation to Montpelier free of charge. Visit with Mr. and Mrs. Madison in their home throughout the
day.
Also, attend a poignant wreath presentation ceremony in the Madison Family
Cemetery at 1:30 p.m. that will also include President Alger.
Costs:
There will be free admission to
the property. If you wish to tour the house, there will be a reduced fee of $7.50 a person.
You
may signup for and purchase box lunches, $15.24 each or you can bring
your own picnic lunch.
Approximate time
frame:
Depart JMU on buses
at 8:00am, arrive at Montpelier at 10:00am
Tour the house, grounds
and have lunch, then attend the 1:30 ceremony and depart around 2:00pm
Participants are welcome to drive on their own to Montpelier. Please be sure to reserve your ticket for the tour of the home and order your boxed lunch. If you are planning to drive yourself, please register here.
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Mar 16
Community Resource Campus Tour
Location: JMU Forbes Center for the Performing Arts
Time: 11:00am
This event is open to the public.
Meet at the Forbes Center for the
Performing Arts at 11:00am to have a guided tour from students of JMU.
This tour is specifically designed to highlight resources on campus that
are available to the Harrisonburg and Rockingham County community.
Parking is available in the Warsaw Avenue Parking Deck.
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Mar 16
John C. Wells Planetarium Shows
2:30 p.m. ("One World, One Sky: Big Bird's Adventure") and 3:30 and 4:30 p.m. ("Seven Wonders")
Miller Hall
The planetarium offers shows for the public, with seating beginning 10 minutes before show time on a first-come, first-seated basis; the first show is geared toward families with young children while the second and third shows appeal to older children and adults; each show is followed by a 25-minute "star talk" that provides visitors with updates about the night sky, including constellations, planets and any comets that might be visible; for more information, including program descriptions, check http://www.jmu.edu/planetarium/index.shtml; free.
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Mar 16
Ethical Reasoning Workshop on QEP Questions Plenary Session
3-4:30 p.m.
Allegheny
Room, Festival Conference and Student Center, with breakout sessions in
conference rooms in the center
The Reason and Rhetoric in the Liberal Arts
program hosts this workshop, which focuses on JMU's Quality Enhancement Plan,
"The Madison Collaborative: Ethical Reasoning in Action." This is a
joint effort of the Departments of Philosophy and Religion and Communication
Studies and the JMU Debate Team. For information, contact Marie Eszenyi at eszenyme@dukes.jmu.edu. Presented by the Virginia Gamma Chapter of
Phi Sigma Tau, the international honor society in philosophy; free.
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Mar 16
Marimba Orchestra and Friends
Location: JMU Forbes Center for the Performing Arts, Concert Hall
Time: 8:00pm
This event is open to the public but tickets are required.
This extraordinary event returns with
performances by JMU's Marimba Orchestra, Steel Band and Madison Singers, as
well as faculty guest artists. This concert features selections by Grammy Award
winner Bela Fleck, plus classical and ragtime style works, including a medley
of tunes from hit Broadway musicals, as well as an extended salute to the
world-renowned Carlos Santana.
For tickets, check http://www.jmu.edu/jmuarts/
or call (540) 568-7000.
Tickets required.
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Mar 17
St. Patrick's Day Dinner Lecture
1-3 p.m.
Frances Plecker Education Center, Edith J. Carrier Arboretum
Enjoy Irish cuisine and brew, along with a virtual journey to the grasslands, wetlands and parries of the American Whooping Crane with guest lecturer Amy Richert Goodall. A $35 per person cost covers a three-course dinner, tax, tip, beverages and a libation of choice.
Advanced reservations required seven days ahead. To reserve, call (540) 568-3194. For more information, visit http://www.jmu.edu/arboretum.
Afterwards, stay to enjoy a free public Highland Pipes concert.
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Mar 17
St. Patrick's Live Highland Pipes
3-4 p.m.
Lawn area of the Edith J. Carrier Arboretum
Live performance by piper Fred Holbrook of Massanetta Springs Conference Center. For information, visit http://www.jmu.edu/arboretum; free.
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Mar 17
Surviving the Peace
7-8:30 p.m.
Transitions, Warren Hall
During the fifth annual Post-Conflict Recovery Week,
international battlefield photojournalist Sean Sutton from British charity
Mines Advisory Group presents his work of human stories of war and resilience.
Sponsored by the Center for International Stabilization and Recovery,
Department of Political Science, Justice Studies Program, Mahatma Gandhi Center
for Global Nonviolence, Office of Research and Public Service and University
Program Board. For information visit http://cisr.jmu.edu/pcrw.htm; free.
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Mar 18
In the Dragon's Teeth: Coming Home from War in Indochina
7-8:30 p.m.
Room 1101,
Miller Hall
During the fifth annual Post-Conflict Recovery Week,
ophthalmologist Dr. Larry Schwab, who served as a non-combatant medical officer
on the front lines of the Vietnam War, speaks about his journey “coming home”
from war, including his advocacy for the international campaign to ban land mines.
Sponsored by the Center for International Stabilization and Recovery, Department of
Political Science, Justice Studies Program, Mahatma Gandhi Center for Global
Nonviolence, Office of Research and Public Service and University Program
Board. For information, visit http://cisr.jmu.edu/pcrw.htm; free.
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Mar 19
Building Peace in a Turbulent World
7-8:30 p.m.
Room 159, ISAT/CS Building
During
the fifth annual Post-Conflict Recovery Week, Dr. Richard Matthew, director of
Unconventional Security Studies at the University of California, Irvine, presents
the environmental consequences of conflict that often perpetuates violence and
prevent lasting peace. His lecture is based on his work in Asia, Africa and for
the United Nations. Sponsored by the Center for International Stabilization and
Recovery, Department of Political Science, Justice Studies Program, Mahatma
Gandhi Center for Global Nonviolence, Office of Research and Public Service and
University Program Board. For
information, visit http://cisr.jmu.edu/pcrw.htm;
free.
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Mar 20
Legacies of War: History, Healing and Hope in Laos
7-8:30 p.m.
Room 159, ISAT/CS
Building
During the fifth annual Post-Conflict Recovery Week, Channapha
Khamyongsa, executive director of the Washington, D.C.-based nonprofit Legacies
of War, discusses the long-term effects of the Vietnam War in Laos and the need
for clearance of explosive remnants of war. Sponsored by the Center for
International Stabilization and Recovery, Department of Political Science,
Justice Studies Program, Mahatma Gandhi Center for Global Nonviolence, Office
of Research and Public Service and University Program Board. For information, visit http://cisr.jmu.edu/pcrw.htm; free.
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Mar 20
They're Playing Our Song
Studio Theatre
March 19–22, 2013 ♦ Tuesday–Friday @ 8 p.m.
March 23, 2013 ♦ Saturday @ 2 p.m. and 8 p.m.
This musical disco dances its way through the relationship of
neurotic composer, Vernon, and wacky lyricist, Sonia, and is modeled
after the real–life relationship between Marvin Hamlisch and Carole
Bayer Sager. In a clear case of “opposites attract,” the two become not
only songwriting partners, but also fall in love. Until they can figure
out how to work together, they find themselves in some hilarious
situations. Filled with catchy up–tempo disco songs and soulful,
reflective ballads, the score takes you on just as crazy a ride as Sonia
and Vernon! Contains adult language and themes.
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Mar 21
Reason and Rhetoric in the Liberal Arts Program
11 a.m.
Room 404, Taylor Hall
Dr. Jude
P. Dougherty, dean emeritus of the School of Philosophy at The Catholic
University of America, presents "The Use and Abuse of Metaphor in Scientific
Explanation: Liberating Meaning from Metaphor." Presented by the Virginia
Gamma Chapter of Phi Sigma Tau, the international honor society in philosophy; free.
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Mar 23
John C. Wells Planetarium Shows
2:30 p.m. ("One World, One Sky: Big Bird's Adventure") and 3:30 and 4:30 p.m. ("Seven Wonders")
Miller Hall
The planetarium offers shows for the public, with seating beginning 10 minutes before show time on a first-come, first-seated basis; the first show is geared toward families with young children while the second and third shows appeal to older children and adults; each show is followed by a 25-minute "star talk" that provides visitors with updates about the night sky, including constellations, planets and any comets that might be visible; for more information, including program descriptions, check http://www.jmu.edu/planetarium/index.shtml; free.
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Mar 26
Why Madison? Presidential Listening Tour Event, New York, N.Y.
6-8 p.m.
The University Club of New York
College Hall
One West 54th Street
New York, NY 10019
As James
Madison University embarks on a new era, the JMU Alumni Association and the
Duke Club invite you to offer President Jonathan Alger your thoughts on why
Madison matters to you.
Registration required. Reply to Jessica Cutrufello,
(540) 568-7787 or universityevents@jmu.edu. Responses must be received by March 19.
Business attire.
More information
about the Why Madison Listening Tour: http://www.jmu.edu/whymadison.
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Mar 27
Practical Responses to School Safety after Sandy Hook
Memorial Hall Room 3120
A Panel
Discussion about School Safety
(Part One of a two part
series addressing educators' responses—before, during, and
after--school-related trauma)
If you are preparing to be a teacher, and looking for real answers
about safety strategies in the event of a school trauma, please join us for a
panel discussion about school safety. Hear from school professionals from around the area about their
tips and suggestions for being prepared in the face of a school related trauma.
This is the first discussion in a two part series for pre-service teachers
intended to provide answers about school safety and supporting students who
have experienced trauma. Come with questions for our panelists. Light
refreshments will be served.
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Mar 30
John C. Wells Planetarium Shows
2:30 p.m. ("One World, One Sky: Big Bird's Adventure") and 3:30 and 4:30 p.m. ("Seven Wonders")
Miller Hall
The planetarium offers shows for the public, with seating beginning 10 minutes before show time on a first-come, first-seated basis; the first show is geared toward families with young children while the second and third shows appeal to older children and adults; each show is followed by a 25-minute "star talk" that provides visitors with updates about the night sky, including constellations, planets and any comets that might be visible; for more information, including program descriptions, check http://www.jmu.edu/planetarium/index.shtml; free.
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Apr 3
Annual Daffodil Walk
10 a.m.
Edith J. Carrier
Arboretum Pavilion
Enjoy over 50 varieties on exhibit at the Arboretum Exploration
Series Tours with the arboretum director. For information, visit www.jmu.edu/arboretum;
free.
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Apr 6
Guided Bird Walk
8 a.m.
Edith J. Carrier Arboretum
Pavilion
Led by a birding expert in partnership with the Rockingham Bird Club.
For information, visit www.jmu.edu/arboretum;
free.
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Apr 6
John C. Wells Planetarium Shows
2:30 p.m. ("Two Small Pieces of Glass") and 3:30 and 4:30 p.m. ("Ice Worlds")
Miller Hall
The planetarium offers shows for the public, with seating beginning 10 minutes before show time on a first-come, first-seated basis; the first show is geared toward families with young children while the second and third shows appeal to older children and adults; each show is followed by a 25-minute "star talk" that provides visitors with updates about the night sky, including constellations, planets and any comets that might be visible; for more information, including program descriptions, check http://www.jmu.edu/planetarium/index.shtml; free.
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Apr 7
Campus Cookies Easter Egg Hunt for JMU Students
1-4
p.m.
Edith J. Carrier Arboretum
Sponsored by the Office of Residence Life,
JMU students with JAC cards search for hidden Easter eggs holding valuable
coupons, discounts to area merchants and a free cookie from Campus Cookies. For
information, visit www.jmu.edu/arboretum;
free.
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Apr 10
Annual Daffodil Walk
10 a.m.
Edith J. Carrier
Arboretum Pavilion
Enjoy over 50 varieties on exhibit at the Arboretum
Exploration Series Tours with Arboretum Director. For information, visit www.jmu.edu/arboretum;
free.
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Apr 13
John C. Wells Planetarium Shows
2:30 p.m. ("Two Small Pieces of Glass") and 3:30 and 4:30 p.m. ("Ice Worlds")
Miller Hall
The planetarium offers shows for the public, with seating beginning 10 minutes before show time on a first-come, first-seated basis; the first show is geared toward families with young children while the second and third shows appeal to older children and adults; each show is followed by a 25-minute "star talk" that provides visitors with updates about the night sky, including constellations, planets and any comets that might be visible; for more information, including program descriptions, check http://www.jmu.edu/planetarium/index.shtml; free.
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Apr 19
Arbor Day Trees and Native Plant Sale
9 a.m.-3
p.m. Friday and Saturday
in the parking lot of the Frances Plecker Education
Center, Edith J. Carrier Arboretum
In the prime time of spring, the arboretum
offers a wide selection of wildflowers, contrasting foliage plants like native
ferns with unusual shrubs and trees. To honor those who educate youth, city and
county public school teachers receive 15 percent off tree purchases when presenting
a school ID. For information, visit www.jmu.edu/arboretum;
free.
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Apr 20
Virginia Historic Garden Week
Edith J. Carrier
Arboretum
Starting at the Frances Plecker Education Center, arboretum grounds
are open free to the public, dawn to dusk. Tours will be led by arboretum director
Jan Sievers Mahon, who will focus on the arboretum’s bulb collection,
wildflowers, flowering shrubs and trees.
The Historic Garden Week tour is on April 25 at 1 p.m.
The Earth Day
Wildflower Walk is on April 22 at 10
a.m.
For information, visit www.jmu.edu/arboretum;
free.
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Apr 20
John C. Wells Planetarium Shows
2:30 p.m. ("Two Small Pieces of Glass") and 3:30 and 4:30 p.m. ("Ice Worlds")
Miller Hall
The planetarium offers shows for the public, with seating beginning 10 minutes before show time on a first-come, first-seated basis; the first show is geared toward families with young children while the second and third shows appeal to older children and adults; each show is followed by a 25-minute "star talk" that provides visitors with updates about the night sky, including constellations, planets and any comets that might be visible; for more information, including program descriptions, check http://www.jmu.edu/planetarium/index.shtml; free.
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Apr 23
Visiting Scholars Program
2 p.m.
Room 404,
Taylor Hall
Achola Pala, a global advisor on women’s rights in governance,
land and livelihoods, presents “The Ground We Stand On: Women and Africa in Scholarship and Activism”; sponsored by the College of Arts and Letters; for
information, call (540) 568-6472; free.
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Apr 26
Virginia Native Trees Tour
1 p.m.
Frances Plecker
Education Center, Edith J. Carrier Arboretum
Arbor Day in Virginia event with
the arboretum director. For information, visit www.jmu.edu/arboretum;
free.
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Apr 26
"Romeo and Juliet" by William Shakespeare
April 23-28
8 p.m. Tuesday-Saturday, 2 p.m. Sunday
Mainstage Theatre,
Forbes Center for the Performing Arts
One of the greatest love stories ever
told, Shakespeare's classic tragedy about star-crossed lovers in the midst of a
violent family feud has been entertaining audiences for over 400 years. Romeo
and Juliet is a play that questions what every generation and every age holds
most dear. Features students from JMU's School of Theatre and Dance.
For
tickets, check http://www.jmu.edu/jmuarts/ or call (540) 568-7000.
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Apr 27
Wildflower Walk with the Virginia Native Plant Society
10 a.m.
Frances Plecker Education Center, Edith J. Carrier Arboretum
Led by a VNPS docent tour guide and wildflower aficionado. For information,
visit www.jmu.edu/arboretum;
free.
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Mar 12
Exploring SRI's Cornerstone Math
Location: Skyline Middle School, Harrisonburg Public Schools
470 Linda Lane, Harrisonburg, VA 22802
Time: 3:30-4:30pm
This event is open to JMU Faculty and Staff, JMU students and K-12 school partners.
Come
join Dr. Patrick Shields, executive director of SRI International's
Education Division, as he shares about the Cornerstone Math project. Cornerstone Math is
an innovative integration of technology, curriculum and teacher
professional development aimed at improving
mathematics instruction and learning in grades 7 and 8. Studies
completed in Texas, Florida, and the United Kingdom provide encouraging
results of the program that could be implemented in the Shenandoah
Valley.
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Apr 27
John C. Wells Planetarium Shows
2:30 p.m. ("Two Small Pieces of Glass") and 3:30 and 4:30 p.m. ("Ice Worlds")
Miller Hall
The planetarium offers shows for the public, with seating beginning 10 minutes before show time on a first-come, first-seated basis; the first show is geared toward families with young children while the second and third shows appeal to older children and adults; each show is followed by a 25-minute "star talk" that provides visitors with updates about the night sky, including constellations, planets and any comets that might be visible; for more information, including program descriptions, check http://www.jmu.edu/planetarium/index.shtml; free.
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May 4
John C. Wells Planetarium Shows
2:30 p.m. ("One World, One Sky: Big Bird's Adventure") and 3:30 and 4:30 p.m. ("Universe")
Miller Hall
The planetarium offers shows for the public, with seating beginning 10 minutes before show time on a first-come, first-seated basis; the first show is geared toward families with young children while the second and third shows appeal to older children and adults; each show is followed by a 25-minute "star talk" that provides visitors with updates about the night sky, including constellations, planets and any comets that might be visible; for more information, including program descriptions, check http://www.jmu.edu/planetarium/index.shtml; free.
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May 11
John C. Wells Planetarium Shows
2:30 p.m. ("One World, One Sky: Big Bird's Adventure") and 3:30 and 4:30 p.m. ("Universe")
Miller Hall
The planetarium offers shows for the public, with seating beginning 10 minutes before show time on a first-come, first-seated basis; the first show is geared toward families with young children while the second and third shows appeal to older children and adults; each show is followed by a 25-minute "star talk" that provides visitors with updates about the night sky, including constellations, planets and any comets that might be visible; for more information, including program descriptions, check http://www.jmu.edu/planetarium/index.shtml; free.
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May 18
John C. Wells Planetarium Shows
2:30 p.m. ("One World, One Sky: Big Bird's Adventure") and 3:30 and 4:30 p.m. ("Universe")
Miller Hall
The planetarium offers shows for the public, with seating beginning 10 minutes before show time on a first-come, first-seated basis; the first show is geared toward families with young children while the second and third shows appeal to older children and adults; each show is followed by a 25-minute "star talk" that provides visitors with updates about the night sky, including constellations, planets and any comets that might be visible; for more information, including program descriptions, check http://www.jmu.edu/planetarium/index.shtml; free.
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May 25
John C. Wells Planetarium Shows
2:30 p.m. ("One World, One Sky: Big Bird's Adventure") and 3:30 and 4:30 p.m. ("Universe")
Miller Hall
The planetarium offers shows for the public, with seating beginning 10 minutes before show time on a first-come, first-seated basis; the first show is geared toward families with young children while the second and third shows appeal to older children and adults; each show is followed by a 25-minute "star talk" that provides visitors with updates about the night sky, including constellations, planets and any comets that might be visible; for more information, including program descriptions, check http://www.jmu.edu/planetarium/index.shtml; free.
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Jun 1
John C. Wells Planetarium Shows
2:30 p.m. ("Two Small Pieces of Glass") and 3:30 and 4:30 p.m. ("IBEX")
Miller Hall
The planetarium offers shows for the public, with seating beginning 10 minutes before show time on a first-come, first-seated basis; the first show is geared toward families with young children while the second and third shows appeal to older children and adults; each show is followed by a 25-minute "star talk" that provides visitors with updates about the night sky, including constellations, planets and any comets that might be visible; for more information, including program descriptions, check http://www.jmu.edu/planetarium/index.shtml; free.
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Jun 8
John C. Wells Planetarium Shows
2:30 p.m. ("Two Small Pieces of Glass") and 3:30 and 4:30 p.m. ("IBEX")
Miller Hall
The planetarium offers shows for the public, with seating beginning 10 minutes before show time on a first-come, first-seated basis; the first show is geared toward families with young children while the second and third shows appeal to older children and adults; each show is followed by a 25-minute "star talk" that provides visitors with updates about the night sky, including constellations, planets and any comets that might be visible; for more information, including program descriptions, check http://www.jmu.edu/planetarium/index.shtml; free.
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Jun 15
John C. Wells Planetarium Shows
2:30 p.m. ("Two Small Pieces of Glass") and 3:30 and 4:30 p.m. ("IBEX")
Miller Hall
The planetarium offers shows for the public, with seating beginning 10 minutes before show time on a first-come, first-seated basis; the first show is geared toward families with young children while the second and third shows appeal to older children and adults; each show is followed by a 25-minute "star talk" that provides visitors with updates about the night sky, including constellations, planets and any comets that might be visible; for more information, including program descriptions, check http://www.jmu.edu/planetarium/index.shtml; free.
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Jun 22
John C. Wells Planetarium Shows
2:30 p.m. ("Two Small Pieces of Glass") and 3:30 and 4:30 p.m. ("IBEX")
Miller Hall
The planetarium offers shows for the public, with seating beginning 10 minutes before show time on a first-come, first-seated basis; the first show is geared toward families with young children while the second and third shows appeal to older children and adults; each show is followed by a 25-minute "star talk" that provides visitors with updates about the night sky, including constellations, planets and any comets that might be visible; for more information, including program descriptions, check http://www.jmu.edu/planetarium/index.shtml; free.
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Jun 29
John C. Wells Planetarium Shows
2:30 p.m. ("Two Small Pieces of Glass") and 3:30 and 4:30 p.m. ("IBEX")
Miller Hall
The planetarium offers shows for the public, with seating beginning 10 minutes before show time on a first-come, first-seated basis; the first show is geared toward families with young children while the second and third shows appeal to older children and adults; each show is followed by a 25-minute "star talk" that provides visitors with updates about the night sky, including constellations, planets and any comets that might be visible; for more information, including program descriptions, check http://www.jmu.edu/planetarium/index.shtml; free.
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Apr 2
Spring Children's Art Workshop
10 a.m.-noon or 1-3
p.m. Tuesday-Thursday
Frances Plecker Education Center, Edith J. Carrier
Arboretum
This workshop offers children’s education on plant identification as
well as basic botanical drawing. All materials are included with a $35 cover
charge. Advance online registration need. For information, visit www.jmu.edu/arboretum.
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Apr 9
Whistle Blowing Panel Session
6:30-9 p.m.
Room 1302, Health and Human Services Building
Features whistle blowers Rick Piltz and Thomas Tamm with Louis Clark of the Government Accountability Project serving as moderator. Rick Piltz is a former senior associate in the coordination office of the U.S. Climate Change Science Program. In 2005, he blew the whistle on the White House’s improper editing and censorship of science program reports on global warming intended for the public and Congress. Thomas Tamm was a well-regarded Justice Department attorney in the Capital Cases Unit who transferred to the Office of Intelligence Policy and Review in the Justice Department in 2003. He became aware of a program that bypassed the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance court in an arrangement where only the Attorney General would sign certain wiretap requests, without review by the 11-member court. As a result, The New York Times ran an explosive Pulitzer Prize-winning cover story about the Bush administration’s warrantless wiretapping program in 2005. In 2009, Tamm received the Ridenour Truth-Telling Award; sponsored by the Departments of Integrated Science and Technology and Political Science and the School of Writing, Rhetoric and Technical Communication; free.
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