Image Solution
By The Breeze Editorial Board,September 28, 2009
Much has been made this year of alcohol-related issues at JMU. Various decisions have upset students, and rightly so, as they were not consulted. But there’s at least one aspect of the issue that students do have control, but consistently neglect: image. We do not advocate underaged drinking, but a critical side of the argument is reinforced when observing the state of apartment complexes on a Sunday morning. Upward of 100 Solo cups strewn around the buildings of most housing complexes is ridiculous.... Read more »
Just A False Alarm?
By John Scott,September 28, 2009
In 1798, James Madison wrote, “The right…of free communication among the people…has ever been justly deemed the only effectual guardian of every other right.” That’s a hell of an argument for the protection of the First Amendment. Recently, the university named after the father of the U.S. Constitution made a small revision to one of its judicial policies. The revised policy in question, J24-101, reads: “No student shall engage in lewd, indecent or obscene conduct or expression, regardless... Read more »
A Worldly Approach to Healthcare
By Julian Carta,September 28, 2009
I have been quite discouraged by the fact that people in this country and on this campus don’t understand the importance of healthcare as a fundamental and basic human right. Although the healthcare bill is frequently discussed as an economically beneficial or disadvantageous plan, people, especially politicians, are ignoring the true importance of this bill. The healthcare bill should be undoubtedly supported by Congress as a long-term solution to poverty, welfare reform, economic stability... Read more »
If You Want Change, Then Change
By Steven Knott,September 28, 2009
Late last week a freshman I didn’t know e-mailed me. This freshman political science major read my piece on alcohol reform and thought I would be the best person to talk to about pushing for a change, because he knew I was advocating one. I gave him the best advice I had. However, the situation indicated a problem that has been clear for years, especially the past few weeks: there is a disconnect between the students who attend this school and the administration that runs it. A journalist can draw... Read more »
Darts & Pats
By Darts & Pats,September 28, 2009
An “ahhh-my-eyes!” dart to the girl who repeatedly flashes us every time she stands up in class. From those of us sitting behind you who don’t care to know what color underwear you have on. A “tight-clothing-is-a-privilege-not-a-right” dart to all the ladies on campus who don’t have full length mirrors. From a guy that appreciates a good camel toe but knows when it comes to camel toes, less is more. A “you-saved-my-life” pat to my hallmate who gave me the Heimlich when I was choking... Read more »
Flu: ‘So Far, So Good’
By Katie Thisdell and Adrian Hall,September 28, 2009
Seasonal Influenza Vaccines to be Available on Campus Friday, Oct. 23 HARRIOSNBURG, Va. —With flu season starting this week, JMU continues on its campus preparations for both the seasonal influenza and H1N1, also known as swine flu. On Oct. 23, the University Health Center will offer seasonal flu vaccines to staff and students from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. in the Convocation Center. According to Donna Harper, executive assistant to the president, Lynchburg-based Intravene said it could vaccinate at least... Read more »
Voting Change Allows Students to Register with College Address
By Ryan Platt,September 28, 2009
HARRISONBURG, Va. — The Commonwealth of Virginia hopes to make registration easier for students after the State Board of Elections unanimously passed changes to a statute regarding student voter registration. The updated statute, passed in August 2009, allows college students to declare their dorm as their place of residency. The statue says that a person’s place of residence is considered the physical place where they live. Voter turnout from college students in recent years has proved to be... Read more »
Harrisonburg to Address Bicycle Safety Plan on Tuesday
By Laura Grayson,September 28, 2009
HARRISONBURG, Va. — Freshman Morgan Stiebel recently had a close call with a bus while she was riding her bike across a street. When she saw the bus coming her way, she realized the road was too narrow for the two of them. “It had to slam on its brakes, and everyone in the bus was thrown forward,” Stiebel, a nursing major, said. “The bus didn’t even let me cross the street; it just went around me. Everyone on the bus stared at me as it passed.” While she was physically unharmed, other... Read more »
5 Percent Cuts for Education
By Scott Einsmann and Katie Thisdell,September 28, 2009
If State Funding Continues to Decrease, JMU Could Continue Raising Tuition to Make Up for the Difference HARRISONBURG, Va. — The in-state tuition for this year is $3,622 per semester, a 4 percent increase from last year. And according to JMU, tuition may continue to rise. The revised budget for 2009-2010 was approved by James Madison University’s Board of Visitors, who also heard presentations on the university’s new programs and future ideas Friday. Charlie King, senior vice president for... Read more »
Sophomore Carries JMU Past Liberty 24-10
By Dan Lobdell, The BreezeSeptember 28, 2009
Corwin Acker’s Explosive 65-Yard Touchdown Seals Game for Dukes JMU fans were cringing when starting tailback Jamal Sullivan went down on the first drive of the third quarter. Sullivan was upended after receiving an option pitch from quarterback Drew Dudzik. The junior was carried off the field clutching his left knee, which had been nailed by Liberty’s Tim Torrence. “I was pretty much just expecting to be blocking for Jamal most of the day,” Acker said. “They threw me in there.... Read more »
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