Apple’s big surprise
By Kelly Mason, contributing writer

The technology world is swimming in rumors about the unveiling of a new iTunes movie store and iPod, possibly scheduled for release this Tuesday by Apple Computer Inc. More...

Campus gears up for November
By Ben Baynton, contributing writer     
           
After one remark, on one day, in a town in southwestern Virginia, Republican Sen. George Allen has been trailing his Democratic opponent Jim Webb. A recent Wall Street Journal/Zogby poll has put the two contenders in a tight race with Webb leading by almost one percentage point. The word “macaca” is more widely known than the fact that elections will be held in November. More...

Former astronaut speaks
By Jordan Funderburk, contributing writer

The journey to becoming the leading female astronaut in NASA history created a story Kathryn Thornton wished to share with students and faculty Thursday night. More...

Greek life bounces back
By Ashley Hopkins, contributing writer

Current members of JMU’s social fraternities and sororities braved post-hurricane weather last week as recruitment kicked off, as many students begin the formal process of rushing. More...

Ernesto sets stage for season
By Maggie Park, contributing writer

Tropical depression Ernesto assaulted JMU’s campus last weekend with three inches of rain, cooler temperatures and gusty winds after a month of nearly no precipitation. More...