A different spin on the bottle
By Whitten Maher, contributing writer

As Will Ferrell’s character says in “Old School”: “Once it hits your lips, it’s so good.” That might be why 1,700 college students died last year in alcohol-related situations. This was one of many interesting — and useful — facts presented in Monday night’s event “How to Maximize Your Buzz,” coordinated by JMU’s University Program Board and the Office of Health Promotion to kickoff National Collegiate Alcohol Awareness Week. More...

Mickey Rooney brings charisma, humor to JMU
By Megan Williams, a&e editor

Despite career ups and downs over 83 years, Mickey Rooney has still got it. His charisma and desire to entertain has carried Rooney through the years. Wilson Hall auditorium was filled last Thursday night with students and Harrisonburg residents eagerly awaiting the start of Rooney’s latest show “Let’s Put on Show.” More...

WXJM DJs hit the Big Apple for music festival
By Jess Novak, senior writer

The College Music Journal’s annual Music Marathon and Film Festival in New York City may seem foreign to some, but the DJs from WXJM know all about it. Students active at the station took advantage of the festival this past weekend, driving a grueling six hours in pursuit of the music played on the airwaves of 88.7 FM every day. More...

Sawhill Gallery celebrates the Centennial with theme of ‘Duration’
By Stephanie Gambino, contributing writer

Sawhill Gallery gets into the Centennial spirit this week as it celebrates the opening of its latest exhibit, “Duration.” The gallery wants to capture the spirit of historyfrom the university’s perspective, according to Stuart Downs, Director of Sawhill Gallery. More...

Vampires return for another feast
By Justin Thurmond, staff writer

Based on the famous graphic novel by Steve Niles, “30 Days of Night” brings vampires back onto the big screen.  This movie appeals to people looking for a scare close to Halloween. More...