From JMU to Dance War
By Sarah Moore, contributing writer

“Happy New Year! I’m having a great time … at an undisclosed location.” This was all the information that senior Daniel Bernier said he received this New Year’s from his older brother, Phillip, a JMU alumnus (’06). Phillip is not working confidential military missions, but participating is another kind of “war” and is currently only allowed five minutes a night of monitored phone calls. More...

Poet to give presentation on work today
By Kathryn Harvey, contributing writer

JMU will host award-winning poet Nikky Finney as she presents her work today for the campus. Finney is an associate professor of creative writing at the University of Kentucky and founding member of the Affrilachian Poets. “Affrilachian” is a term used to describe people of color living in the Appalacian region. The group was founded for mutual support and encouragement for like-minded poets, according to mwg.org. More...

Student exhibit displays diverse talent
By Sean Santiago, staff writer

JMU’s artWorks Gallery is one  place on campus where students run the show. Under the direction of graduate advisor Sam Hunter, art students choose what programs will be featured in roughly five to six student shows each semester in artWorks. A converted industrial loft, this sophisticated gallery provides undergraduate art students with a professional quality space to show their work. It is a must-see for every student with even a peripheral interest in art. More...

Web exclusive: JMU's definately got talent
By John Michael Triana, contributing writer

It’s official: JMU definitely has talent. The first-ever “JMU’s Got Talent” event celebrated the diverse talent of the student body, as well as marking100 days until May graduation Wednesday night. More...