FAMILY WEEKEND 2016

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F all into the Madison Experience amidst the excitement and energy of

Family Weekend! Get the inside scoop on the community that is shaping your son’s or daughter’s life by sitting in on class lectures, familiarizing yourself with campus, and engaging with university staff members.

Family Weekend is your chance to connect with other Madison families, as well as an opportunity to capture a weekend snapshot of student life. As you build a

community of JMU friends, delve into our notable JMU spirit by attending any of the over 50 campus events. This brochure features the events of Family Weekend and serves as a useful guide for creating your own comprehensive and successful visit! The ticketed events often sell out quickly, so be sure to register soon!

For more information visit the Family Weekend website at www.jmu.edu/parents/events/family-weekend.shtml.

JOIN US FOR FAMILY WEEKEND SEPT. 30-OCT. 2, 2016

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WELCOME TO FAMILY WEEKEND 2016!

O n behalf of the JMU Parents Council, we invite all JMU parents and family members to join in the fun and excitement of the annual Family Weekend on September 30-October 2. We

certainly look forward to spending this special weekend with our son Kyle (‘17).

Thousands of families travel to Harrisonburg and take advantage of this opportunity to get a taste of JMU campus life, visit with their students and further enhance their JMU family experience. Be sure to register early as many Family Weekend ticketed events are limited and sell out quickly!

Use this brochure for your registration needs, or for more information visit the JMU Parents website at www.jmu.edu/parents.

As spokespersons and advocates representing JMU in our communities, Parents Council members serve as a liaison between parents and the university. This is a great way to get involved in JMU. Parents Council members are willing and eager to answer your questions about the council and any general questions about JMU.

JMU Parents Council members encourage your involvement with your student in the Madison Experience — especially during Family Weekend. We look forward to meeting many of you. Check out all the great events listed below and have a safe trip to Harrisonburg.

Hope you can join us in celebrating Family Weekend!

Chris and Kim Hayes2016-17 Parents Council ChairsMidlothian, Va.

Madison family


JMU Mineral Museum8 a.m. until 4:30 p.m. | Memorial Hall (near entrance E) | FreeThe Mineral Museum features more than 550 crystal and gemstone specimens from around the world.

Edith J. Carrier Arboretum Fall Bulb Sale9 a.m. until 3 p.m. The arboretum bulb sale will be held at the Frances Plecker Education Center in the arboretum.

The James and Gladys Kemp Lisanby Museum10 a.m. until 4 p.m. | Festival Conference and Student Center, Room 1108 | FreeThe Lisanby Museum hosts exhibits drawn from the Madison Art Collection, JMU’s permanent collection of cultural and aesthetic objects from around the world. Join us at 1 p.m. for a tour with the Madison Art Collection Director.On Exhibit: A Modern Point of View: Exploring Early 20th Century Painting

Tunes at Noon11:30 a.m. until 1:30 p.m | Madison Union TDU | FreeGrab your lunch and head to TDU for a lunchtime showcase of student talent recruited from Open Mic Night on Tuesdays.

General Education Student Conference2:30 until 6 p.m. | Rose Library and Festival Conference and Student Center | FreeMeet inspirational professors and learn more about the JMU General Education Program while experiencing outstanding student work in subjects from the natural sciences, humanities, and the social sciences. Some of the most creative, exciting and noteworthy work produced by students in GenEd classes will be on display. Multiple conference sessions are available, so you are welcome to attend multiple sessions or just one. For more information visit http://www.jmu.edu/gened/about/ConferenceInformation.shtml.

The Edith J. Carrier Arboretum Forest Web – Get Connected1 p.m. | Free Discover how living organisms and non–living things are woven together to make a forest biome and see how our lives depend on these interrelationships. Let the arboretum director guide you through woodland trails and learn native tree and shrub species while enjoying the beauty of Fall colors in the EJC Arboretum, JMU’s own urban preserve and outdoor science classroom and living laboratory. To register, call (540) 568–3194.

JMU Special Collections Library Open during regular library hours | Carrier Library, Room 205 | Free Visit the Special Collections Library and see selected treasures from the collections. Rare books, pulp magazines, historic student scrapbooks, and yearbooks are just a few of the items on display. Librarians are on hand to answer questions.

College of Business Family Weekend Welcome4 p.m. until 6 p.m. | Zane Showker Hall | FreeJoin the College of Business for a faculty mini-lecture and meet Dean Mary Gowan. After the presentations, visit with College of Business faculty and staff at a program fair and reception. Here you will learn more about the vast opportunities for business students in academic programs, experiential learning, international study, career exploration, and student organizations.- 4 p.m. until 4:25 p.m.: Faculty Business

Lecture with Q&A- 4:25 until 4:45 p.m.: College of

Business Dean’s Update- 4:45 until 6:00 p.m.: Program Fair and

ReceptionQuestions? Contact Samantha Collier at [email protected].

THURSDAY, SEPT. 29

Throw Your Head Back and Sing - Tribute to Maya Angelou7 p.m until 8:30 p.m. | Forbes Center Concert Hall | $22Featuring performances by more than 20 acclaimed poets and vocalists, including Nikki Giovanni, Sonia Sanchez, Rutha Mae Harris, Sonya Baker, and New Song a cappella singers, this tribute to the late poet echoes Angelou’s own frequent pairing of two art forms, spoken word and spirituals. Visit jmuforbescenter.com to purchase tickets.

FRIDAY, SEPT. 30

Back-to-School for Parents!Various times and locationsThis can be one of the most important activities of the weekend! Join your student in his or her Friday class and get a taste of the university’s classroom experience. Participation is based on a first-come-first-served basis and parents/guests may visit only the participating classes. Visit the Family Weekend web site closer to the event to view a continuously updated list of available classes.

Prism Gallery8 a.m. until midnight | Located in the lower level of the Festival Conference and Student Center | Free On Exhibit: DocUmenting Our Journeys for Office of International Program’s I-Week

Prism International Gallery8 a.m. until midnight | Located in the upper level of the Festival Conference and Student Center | FreeOn Exhibit: Office of International Programs I-Week

It’s Happening DowntownFor Harrisonburg news and events; or for a comprehensive list of area shopping and dining options, visit the Harrisonburg Downtown Renaissance website at www.downtownharrisonburg.org.

It’s Happening DowntownFor Harrisonburg news and events; or for a comprehensive list of area shopping and dining options, visit the Harrisonburg Downtown Renaissance website at www.downtownharrisonburg.org.

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FRIDAY (CONTINUED)

GetDown at SunDown5 p.m. until 8 p.m. | Hillside Field*Weather Permitting* MAD4U brings music, treats, games, hoops, and performance art!

Field Hockey vs. Delaware6 p.m. | JMU Field Hockey ComplexThe Dukes will take on Delaware in an important CAA conference matchup.

University Recreation and University Park6 p.m. Friday until 6 p.m. SundayFamilies are welcome and encouraged to avail themselves of the wide assortment of UREC and UPARK’s facilities and amenities. Please be sure to bring some form of identification, and we ask that students accompany family members.

Women’s Soccer vs. Drexel7 p.m. | JMU U Park Stadium The Dukes will take on Drexel in an important CAA conference matchup.

UPB Presents Funny Freakin’ Friday8 p.m. until 10 p.m. | Madison Union TDUCome see a variety of small-scale comedians performing in TDU!

Feet Don’t Fail Me Now!8 p.m. | Wilson Hall AuditoriumFour homegrown hoofers from Minneapolis hit the road with a trunk full of tap shoes, funky costumes, and a big brass band to perform their inventive, rapid-fire show, Feet Don’t Fail Me Now! “Heatbox,” the human beatbox, joins the swingin’ seven-piece funk band to accompany each tap, shuffle, and stomp with a clang, riff and refrain. With “fast, furious footwork” (The New York Times), “they bring the furious funk…and tap their way in to everyone’s hearts” (Star Tribune). It’s easy to see why this troupe was the winner of Edinburgh Festival Fringe’s 2012 Spirit of the Fringe Award, the festival’s top theatrical honor. In this joyous parade of genre-hopping music and hard-hitting percussive dance, you’ll be jumping out of your seat and dancing to the beat! www.rhythmiccircus.com. A free shuttle will run from the Warsaw Parking Deck to Wilson Hall starting one hour prior to performances and returning immediately thereafter. Visit www.jmuforbescenter.com to buy tickets. Early purchase is recommended.

“A family-friendly tap extravaganza!” - New York Post

JMU BookstoreFriday | 8 a.m. until 6 p.m.Saturday | 8 a.m. until 6 p.m.Sunday | 9 a.m. until 5 p.m.Visit the Bookstore for all your Dukes apparel or shop online at www.shopjmu.com.

Duke Hall GalleryFriday | 10 a.m. until 5 p.m.Saturday | Noon until 4 p.m.Sunday | Noon until 4 p.m.For information call (540) 568–6918, or online at www.jmu.edu/jmuarts/galleries/dukehallgallery.shtml. The exhibit will feature School of Art, Design, and Art History Faculty Administration.

New Image Gallery Friday | Noon until 5 p.m. Saturday | Noon until 4 p.m.131 Grace Street, 2nd floor For more information call (540) 568–7175. This gallery features the work of professional photographers from the mid-Atlantic region.

artWorks GalleryFriday | Noon until 5 p.m.Saturday | Noon until 4 p.m.131 Grace Street, 2nd floorFor more information call (540) 568–7175.This gallery features the work of undergraduate art students.

Movies at Grafton-Stovall TheaterFriday and Saturday | 7 and 9:30 p.m.Grafton–Stovall Theater | $3Join your student for a movie and popcorn. Cash or JAC only. For movies, please visit the University Program Board Web site at http://upb.jmu.edu/ or call (540) 568-6217.

ON-CAMPUS ART, SHOPPING, AND MOVIES


SATURDAY, OCT. 1

UREC ProgramsJoin UREC for an adventure this family weekend! Students can register themselves and their families through the JMU Ticket Office at www.jmutickets.com or (540) 568-3853. Please register for ticketed events by September 28. Email Guy DeBrun at [email protected] with questions.

Family Weekend Canoe8 a.m. until noon | meet at UREC atrium | includes the equipment, leaders, transportation and snacks | dress in layers in clothes that can get wet (just in case) and wear shoes with straps that can get wet (no flip-flops) | please bring a small backpack, 2 liters of water, sunblock and a hat | $20 per personPrerequisite: Swimming ability. Come out and enjoy the beauty of the valley as we canoe on the South Fork of the Shenandoah River. Paddle “Lake Shenandoah,” a flat-water-section in northeastern Rockingham County about 30 minutes from JMU. Basic canoeing and safety instruction will be covered. All you need to bring are your paddling clothes and shoes. We will be back before the football game kickoff.

Open Climbing2 p.m. until 6 p.m. | FreeNo registration necessary. If you want to add a challenge to your Family Weekend, then look no further. Parents, siblings and friends are welcome to join us for an afternoon of fun in UREC’s brand new Adventure Center, complete with a freestanding climbing tower and expansive bouldering wall. We will cover all you need to know for your first climb.

5K Race to benefit Zeta Tau Alpha Foundation8 a.m. | register at the Festival Conference & Student Center (start of the 5K race) | race begins at 9 a.m.Zeta Tau Alpha invites parents and students to join the battle against breast cancer by participating in a 5K run. Proceeds benefit the Zeta Tau Alpha Foundation which partners with a number of organizations committed to breast cancer research. Participants are encouraged to wear pink, and the most spirited will receive an award. In addition, 1st, 2nd and 3rd places will be awarded. Registration is $12 for adults and $10 for children ages 10 and under. Fee includes a t-shirt. Registration begins at 8 a.m.. For more information, email [email protected].

Edith J. Carrier Arboretum Fall Bulb Sale 9 a.m. until 3 p.m. (also on Godwin Field from 10 a.m. until kickoff)The 2016 JMU Purple and Gold Bulb Collection and individual varieties of bulbs will be sold from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm at the Frances Plecker Education Center which is found on the grounds of the EJC Arboretum. Plant some school spirit for a 2017 springtime show of purple and gold beauty with the 2016 JMU Bulb Collection. Please park along University Boulevard only in designated gravel pull-off space on the arboretum side of University Blvd, not on the Driver Drive side which would obstruct a pedestrian sidewalk and bike lane. The 2016 JMU Bulb Collection is also available at Godwin Field Festival pregame. All proceeds support the educational mission of the EJC Arboretum.

JMU Mineral Museum8 a.m. until 4:30 p.m. | Memorial Hall (near entrance E) | Free

Prism Gallery8 a.m. until midnight | Located in the lower level of the Festival Conference and Student Center | Free On Exhibit: DocUmenting Our Journeys for Office of International Program’s I-Week.

Family Weekend Hike8 a.m. until noon | meet at UREC atrium | includes leaders, transportation and snacks | dress in layers and wear closed toed shoes, and a rain jacket is always a good idea | please bring a small backpack, 2 liters of water, sunblock and a hat | $25 per personWe will meet at UREC then travel to the border of West Virginia for a scenic hike to the historic High Knob fire tower. This moderate 2 mile round-trip trail hike includes some uphill hiking. Your efforts will be rewarded with a 360-degree view of the Allegheny and Blue Ridge mountains from the top of a fire tower.

Family Weekend Downtown Bike Ride10 a.m. until noon | meet at UREC | includes leaders and adult sized bikes only | Helmets (provided) required | $10 per person We will meet at UREC then ride a short distance to the Harrisonburg Farmers’ Market where you can purchase great local breakfast items. After enjoying the Farmers’ Market, you are welcome to explore downtown before riding back as a group to UREC.

PHOTOGRAPHY BY JMU UREC

Prism International Gallery8 a.m. until midnight | Located in the upper level of the Festival Conference and Student Center | FreeOn Exhibit: Office of International Programs I-Week

The James and Gladys Kemp Lisanby Museum10 a.m. until noon | Festival Conference and Student Center, Room 1108 | FreeThe Lisanby Museum hosts exhibits drawn from the Madison Art Collection, JMU’s permanent collection of cultural and aesthetic objects from around the world. Join us at 10:30 a.m. for a tour with the Madison Art Collection Director. On Exhibit: A Modern Point of View: Exploring Early 20th Century Painting

PHOTOGRAPHY BY JMU DINING SERVICES


Godwin Field Picnic 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. | Godwin Field $14 per person, $7 children ages 6 to 12, JMU students free with meal punch | see page 8 for ticket information | must purchase tickets in advance | if inclement weather tickets can be used at D-Hub and E-Hall.

JMU Dukes Football vs. Delaware1:30 p.m. | Bridgeforth Stadium/Zane Showker Field | $38 per person, JMU students free with reservations and JACard | see page 8 for ticket informationThis year’s Family Weekend football game features the JMU Dukes taking on CAA rival Delaware. For game day parking information, visit: http://jmusports.com/sports/2014/6/18/GD_0618144436.aspx?id=11

Concessions: Available inside Bridgeforth Stadium 90 minutes before kickoff until the end of the game; a la carte pricing. Menu: pizza by the slice, hamburgers, hot dogs, Italian sausage, nachos and cheese, soft drinks and bottled water, cotton candy, popcorn, soft pretzels, funnel cakes, cupcakes, candy. For all the information and policies for football game days, please visit JMUSports.com/gameday.

Godwin Field Festival10 a.m. until 2 p.m. | Godwin FieldGet all of your questions answered here. Let the Family Weekend festivities begin. Enjoy music, food and friendship with your students and other proud family members before the football game. Take a bit of JMU home by purchasing JMU sweaters, T-shirts, hats and other items from the JMU Bookstore or purple and gold bulbs from the Edith J. Carrier Arboretum.

University Outpost FanZoneGodwin Field | FreeThe FanZone opens two and a half hours prior to kickoff and remains open until 30 minutes before game time. There is a band, an inflatable bounce house and multiple inflatable games. JMU Cheerleaders provide free face painting and much more fun for the whole family. Come out and show your Madison spirit.

SATURDAY (CONTINUED)

The John C. Wells Planetarium11 a.m., 1 p.m., 2:15 p.m. and 3:30 p.m. | Miller Hall | FreeVisit the Planetarium Web site at www.jmu.edu/planetarium for more information. Weather permitting, the solar telescopes will be set up near the sundial at Burruss Hall and Carrier Library. This telescope provides an incredible view of our Sun safely!

JMU Men’s Soccer vs. College of Charleston7 p.m. | U Park StadiumThe Dukes will take on the College of Charleston in an important CAA conference matchup.

MENUSpinach Salad with

Sweet Potato Croutons

Balsamic Pasta Salad with Gril led Vegetables

Purple and Gold Potato Salad

Apple Cider Cole Slaw

Valley Style Chicken

House Smoked Pulled Pork with Rolls and Sauce

Hot Dogs

Veggie Burgers with Multi-Grain Roll

Roasted Corn on the Cob

Chili Station (traditional beef chili, white bean vegetarian chili, cheese, onions, sour cream, corn chips, tortil la

chips, jalapenos, hot sauce)

Cornbread

Warm Apple Dumplings with Vanilla and Cinnamon

Infused Whipped Cream

Assorted Cookies

Gourmet Cupcakes

Spiced Cider

Iced Tea

Lemonade

Bottled Water

PHOTOGRAPHY BY JUSTIN FALLS


Fantastic FeastEarly seating, arriving at 4:30 - 6 p.m. | late seating, arriving at 6:15 - 8 p.m. | D-Hub or E-Hall | $20 per person, $10 children ages 6-12, JMU students free with meal punch | casual attire | see page 8 for ticket information | must purchase tickets in advanceWe’re serving all the favorites at this year’s dinners, so come enjoy a relaxing meal with some great company. As an added bonus, with every adult ticket you receive a $3 off coupon for Sunday brunch at D-Hub or E-Hall.

JMU POPS! MUSIC OF OUR WORLDFeaturing the Marching Royal Dukes and other JMU music ensembles | 8:30 p.m. | JMU Convocation Center (Entrance D)This one-of-a-kind musical extravaganza showcases some of JMU’s finest music ensembles and faculty talent. One of JMU’s favorite Family Weekend traditions, this musical celebration is great entertainment for all ages! Be ready to stand up and cheer as the Marching Royal Dukes, as well as the JMU Wind Symphony, Brass Band, Chorale and Steel Band blow the roof off of the Convocation Center. Free parking is available adjacent to the Convocation Center. Visit www.jmuforbescenter.com to buy advance tickets. Night of tickets will be available one hour prior to the performance at the Convocation Center box office.

MENUSteamed Crab Legs with butter

Peel and Eat Shrimp with Assorted Cocktail Sauces

Slow Roasted Prime Rib with Horseradish Cream and Au Jus

Grilled Pork Loin with cranberry apple Glaze and Local Cornbread Stuffing

Braised Chicken with Jicama and Smoked Gouda Flatbread with Micro

Greens and a Dijon Mustard Apple Cider Vinaigrette

Grilled Roasted Seasonal Vegetable Strudel with Fresh Tomatoes and Micro

Greens (D-Hub)

Quinoa Quesadillas with Fresh Roasted Red Pepper Relish (E-Hall)

Roasted Baby Red Potatoes

Rainbow Malibu Carrots

Haricot Vert

Antipasti

Artisan Cheeses with Fresh Fruit

Spinach and Artichoke Dip

Crab Dip

Burgundy Poached Pears, English

Cucumber and Mesclun Greens tossed in Creamy Apple Dressing

Local Bibb Lettuce with Goat Cheese Crumbles, Local Apples and White

Balsamic Vinaigrette

Chard, White Bean, and Potato Soup

She Crab Soup

Breads and Spreads

Grand Dessert Buffet

Child-friendly entrees also available

Additional DiningOpen Saturday, no tickets required.

StarbucksNoon until 6 p.m.; Carrier Library

Chick-fil-A 11 a.m. until 10 p.m.

East Campus Dining Hall (E-Hall)Brunch 10 a.m. until 2 p.m.

Festival Noon until 7:30 p.m

Mr. Chips Convenience Store/Quiznos 11 a.m. until 11 p.m.

Dog Pound 8 p.m. until 2 a.m.; Phillips Center

Jemmy’s Corner Market 1 p.m. until midnight; E-Hall

PC Dukes11 a.m. until 9 p.m.; Phillips Center

D-Hub Brunch: 10 a.m. until 2 p.m.

Dunkin’ Donuts 9 a.m. until 4 p.m.; Student Success Center


SUNDAY, OCT. 2

Study Abroad Open House9:30 a.m. until 11 a.m. | E- Hall, Montpelier Room | FreeThe Office of International Programs invites you to learn more about study abroad. Join us for an open house and coffee to meet our study abroad program directors and staff.

Great Deal BrunchE-Hall: 9 a.m. until 3 p.m. | D-Hub: 10 a.m. until 3 p.m. | $12 plus tax per person at the door | No tickets necessary Choose from a selection of breakfast and lunch items. If your student has a meal plan, there is no additional charge. They just punch their JACard at the door as usual. And even better, if they have FLEX or Dining Dollars, they can pay for your meal. If you purchased tickets to the Fantastic Feast, you can use your discount coupon here!

Registration Ticket InformationRegister early, as tickets sell out quickly and orders will be filled based on the date JMU receives the order. JMU is not responsible for the resale of previously purchased tickets.

Meal Ticket Orders:Registration ends on Sept. 28- Order online at www.jmutickets.com.- Tickets for the football game,

Godwin Field Picnic, and Fantastic Feast will be delivered no later than two weeks prior to the event. Tickets may also be purchased in advance at the Athletic Ticket Office (inside entrance D) in the Convocation Center, located at 895 University Boulevard, between 9 a.m and 5 p.m. Monday through Friday.

- Orders received within 10 days of the event will not be mailed, and tickets may be picked up at venue locations on day of event.

Football Ticket Information:Advance ticket purchase is highly recommended!- Tickets may be ordered by phone

(540) 568–3853, online at www.jmutickets.com or by sending your student to the Convocation Center Ticket Office.

- Game tickets are $38 each. Reserved and general admission seating available.

- Please note, JMU student tickets are free (w/student ID number) but must be requested with the family’s paid order to be seated together.

- For game day parking information, visit: http://jmusports.com/sports/2014/6/18/GD_0618144436.aspx?id=11

Register early! Many Family Weekend ticketed events are limited and sell out early. Don’t miss out on any of the fun. Learn more at www.jmu.edu/parents/events/family-weekend.shtml

Lunch with a ViewNoon until 8 p.m. | Festival Conference and Student Center Food Court | a la carte pricesLooking for something quick? Visit the Festival, JMU’s dining facility with the million–dollar view of campus and the mountains beyond. Featuring salads, grilled and deli items and other Festival favorites.

Field Hockey vs. Towson1 p.m. | JMU Field Hockey ComplexThe Dukes will take on Towson in an important CAA conference matchup.

Women’s Soccer vs. Delaware1 p.m. | JMU U Park StadiumThe Dukes will take on Delaware in an important CAA conference matchup.

A Cappella Thon Concert2 p.m. | Memorial Hall AuditoriumJMU’s student-led a cappella groups come together in a concert of tight harmonies and blended sounds. JMU is proud to present some of the finest collegiate groups of this genre.

Religious ActivitiesFor events sponsored by JMU religious student organizations, visit the following web sites:Agape Christian Fellowship: orgs.jmu.edu/agapeJMU Campus Crusade for Christ: www.jmucru.comChristian Student Union: http://orgs.jmu.edu/csuInterVarsity:www.jmuiv.com

Godwin Field Picnic:- JMU students with meal plans need

tickets (must have “meal punch” available) and must present JACard at the entrance to attend this meal at no additional cost.

- If inclement weather, tickets can be used at D-Hub and E-Hall.

Fantastic Feast - Seating is limited, and all tickets

must be purchased in advance. - JMU students with meal plans need

tickets (must have “meal punch” available) and must present JACard and their ticket at the door to attend this meal at no additional cost.

Feet Don’t Fail Me Now! and JMU POPS!For tickets and information visit www.jmuforbescenter.com, or purchase tickets in person at the Forbes Center Main Box Office (Monday – Friday 10 a.m. until 5:30 p.m.), or at the Convocation Center’s will-call window for the JMU POPS! No refunds or exchanges.

TICKET INFORMATION

PHOTOGRAPHY BY JMU DINING SERVICES


FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

CAMPUS PARKINGBeginning Friday of Family Weekend, all JMU parking lots are open to visitors with the exception of reserved football lots during the times indicated below. Be sure to park in general spaces not designated for special use by signage. Parking meters are enforced 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Call Parking Services at (540) 568-3300 for recommendations on parking lots close to your destination. Lot reservation for football begins at 4:00 p.m. on Friday and continues until the conclusion of the football game on Saturday. Any vehicles left in reserved lots after 9:00 p.m. on Friday may be cited and towed.

Where can my family find lodging?Area hotels and motels fill up quickly, so make your reservations early! Visit the accommodations Web site at www.jmu.edu/parents/travel/accommodations.shtml for a comprehensive list of hotels/motels in Harrisonburg and surrounding areas.

When should I plan to arrive and depart? Parents arrive as their work obligations and other commitments permit. The more popular events (faculty lectures, student conference, shows and football game) are generally scheduled for midafternoon on Friday into Saturday evening.

Do we need to register somewhere when we arrive on campus? There is no need to formally register upon arrival. Please review individual event descriptions for registration information.

Where may I park? Please see below for parking instructions and pages 10-11 of this brochure for a campus map.

What is the refund policy? No refunds or exchanges. For questions regarding your order, please contact the JMU Athletic Ticket Office at (540) 568-3853 or [email protected].

Are family members/guests invited?Family members and/or guests are welcome at events.

What is the dress code for Family Weekend?We see many styles of dress ranging from casual to business attire. We recommend that you dress comfortably and in layers as temperatures throughout each day may vary. (Please note that the Fantastic Feast is casual attire.)

My mailing address information is incorrect. How is this information updated?JMU students are responsible for maintaining accurate home mailing addresses. For inaccurate addresses, please ask your student to update his or her home address in MyMadison.

Where can I purchase JMU clothing and other logo items?The JMU Bookstore (see enclosed map for location) and at Saturday’s Godwin Field Festival (Godwin Field).

Is tailgating allowed and if so, where?Yes, on football game day, you may tailgate in any of the general parking lots on campus. General parking is free and available on a first come basis. Tailgating in general lots is permitted four hours prior game time. Reserved parking is available for Duke Club Members, call (540) 568-3853 for more information.

Who do I contact if I have additional questions?For general questions, please contact the Parent Relations Office at (540) 568–3190 or toll free 1–(866) 399–8432. For Fantastic Feast or Godwin Field Picnic registration questions, or football related questions, please contact the JMU Athletic Ticket Office at (540) 568–3853.

Shuttle Buses Shuttle buses will operate continuously both on and off campus, beginning three hours prior to the football game until two hours after the game ends.

On campus, JMU buses will circulate from the parking lots at Convo, Festival (C11/C12 Lots), D2 Lot and the Godwin Transit Center (GTC) by the stadium. Buses will also circulate between the Warsaw parking deck and the GTC.

Off campus, Harrisonburg Transit buses will operate between virtually all of the City hotels, and the off-campus apartments to the GTC. These schedules are available at www.hdpt.com. Shuttle bus services will also be provided for handicapped visitors. These buses will operate from the handicapped parking lot (R8 Lot) near

the MLK Parkway to the Gate A and Gates C/D at the stadium. In addition, paratransit buses will be available on demand at any time throughout the campus and the City by calling HDPT at 540-432-0492

Game Day Parking Visit JMUSports.com/gameday for more information on general football parking lots. On game day, all lots not reserved for Duke Club members with season passes are general parking lots and may be used at no charge. For more information about joining the Duke Club, visit JMUDukeClub.com.

RV Parking RV parking is available for a fee of $25 per vehicle. RV parking is located in R10 Lot and must be purchased in advance at JMUTickets.com.


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Martin Luther King

Hillside

Bell

McGraw-Long

Hillside Area

Shorts EagleLake Area

Newman Lake

Greek Row

Kappa Alpha Theta

Delta Gamma

Tri-Delta

Sigma KappaAST

Alpha PhiTri-Sigma

ZTA

ASA

WillowOak

Kappa Alpha

Sigma Nu

Gamma Phi BetaMaple

Phi MuADPi

Tree Houses

Cleveland

Spotswood

Wampler

Ashby

Converse

Gifford

Logan

Bluestone Area

Hoffman

Wayland

ChesapeakePotomac

Skyline Area

Shenandoah

Garber

Huffman

Frederikson

Dingledine

Ikenberry

White

WeaverChappelear

Hanson

Village Area

Phillips

Chandler

Festival Conferenceand Student Center

Mr. Chips

East Campus Dining Hall

Chick-fil-A

D-Hub(Temporary Dining

Facility)

URECSoftball

Field

Long Field atMauck Stadium

UREC Turf

BasketballCourt

RecArea

Football Practice Fields

Golf Practice Facility

URECEast Campus

Field

Field Hockeyand

Track and FieldComplexRec

AreaUniversityRecreation

Center

Tennis CourtsHockey Courts

Tennis Courts

Veterans MemorialPark

Zane ShowkerField at

BridgeforthStadium

Neff Avenue

Port Republic Road

Devon Lane

University Park

UTC

UBC

USVCTTAUMT

UniversityPark

StadiumUPLPG UPAPG

UPUPGUPUPG – University Park Upper Practice GrassTTA – Track Throws AreaUPAPG – University Park Athletics Practice GrassUPLPG – University Park Lower Practice GrassUBC – UREC Basketball CourtsUMT – UREC Multipurpose TurfUSVC – UREC Sand Volleyball CourtsUTC – UREC Tennis Courts

U1

U2U3

U4

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Small Wind Training and Testing

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C4

C7

C8

C6C14

C13

C12

R9

C3

WarsawAvenueParking

Deck

GraceStreet

ParkingDeck

CantrellAvenueParking

Deck

Service VehicleParking

N3

C16

ChampionsDrive

ParkingDeck

C15

C18


U1

U2U3

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M

U5

C1, C2, C17, C19

L

R10, R11

R13

R4

ConvoD

R14

R1

Ice HouseLot

Ice HouseLot

R12

Mason StreetParking DeckAnthony

Seeger

Duke

Music

Miller

Johnston

Sheldon

Burruss

CarrierLibrary

Keezell

Wilson

Maury

Moody

Roop

Jackson

Harrison

Showker

Godwin

Convocation Center

ISAT/CSEngineering/Geosciences

Physics and Chemistry

Memorial

Studio Center

131 W. Grace St.

RoseLibrary

CampusPolice

Forbes Center for the Performing Arts

MemorialArt Complex

Bioscience

International Student CenterJohn C. Wells

Planetarium

Lakeview

Gibbons Hall(under construction)

GraceStreet

Modular

UniversityServices

Grace StreetHouse

JMAC1

JMAC2

JMAC4

JMAC6

Massanutten

JMAC5

1077 S. MainStreet

Alumnae

HillcrestHouse

GraftonStovallTheatre

Varner

Frye

PleckerAthleticCenter

Bookstore

LeeolouAlumniCenter

Blue Ridge

Edith J. CarrierArboretum

PavilionFrances Plecker

Arboretum Education Building

SonnerAdmissions

Office

220 UniversityBoulevard

CardinalHouse


Wine-PriceNorth Campus

Steam Plant

PowerPlant

Ridge Area

Madison Hall(under construction) Health

Center

Apartments on Grace

Apartments on Grace

Student Success Center

Health and Behavioral Studies

North CampusUniversity

Services Annex(under construction)

MadisonUnion

Ice House

A B C D E F G H I J

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

8

9

Bluestone Area

Hillside Area

Lake Area

Skyline Area

Village Area

Athletics and Recreation

Dining Services

Student Services

Academic Buildings

Administrative Buildings

Parking

Primary Bus Stops

Handicap parking is available throughout campus and is designated by signs.

Visitors Parking Permits are available at Parking Services on the ground level of the Champions Drive Parking Deck.

Key

Revised: December 2015

Godwin Transit Center

Three blocks to downtown

131 W. Grace Street D-2220 University Boulevard J-9380 University Boulevard I-91077 S. Main Street A-3Alumnae Hall B-3Anthony-Seeger Hall B-1Apartments on Grace B-1, E-2Ashby Hall B-3Bell Hall D-3Bioscience G-6 Blue Ridge Hall G-8Bookstore, University C-4Bridgeforth Stadium B-5Burruss Hall C-2Cardinal House F-4Cantrell Avenue Parking Deck D-3Carrier Library C-3Champions Drive Parking Deck B-5Chandler Hall B-6Chappelear Hall D-5Chesapeake Hall F-7

Chick-fil-A B-4Cleveland Hall B-2Commons, The C-4Converse Hall B-3Convocation Center D-7D-Hub (Temporary Dining Facility) E-4Dingledine Hall D-4Duke Hall B-2Eagle Hall C-6East Campus Dining Hall F-8Engineering/Geosciences F-6Festival Conference & Student Center G-7Field Hockey and Track and Field Complex H-6Francis Plecker Arboretum Ed Building F-9Frederikson Hall D-5Forbes Center, Performing Arts A-2Frye Building B-4

Garber Hall D-4Gibbons Hall C-4Gifford Hall B-3Godwin Hall C-5Golf Practice Facility A-9Grace Street House B-1Grace Street Modular A-1Grace Street Parking Deck C-3Grafton-Stovall Theatre C-3Greek Row B-5-6Hanson Hall D-5Harrison Hall B-3Health and Behavioral Studies C-2Health Center, University C-2Hillcrest House C-3Hillside Hall D-3Hoffman Hall B-4Huffman Hall D-4Ice House C-1Ikenberry Hall E-4International Student Center D-2

ISAT/CS F-6Jackson Hall B-3JMAC 1-6 A-2-3John C. Wells Planetarium C-2Johnston Hall B-2Keezell Hall C-3Lakeview Hall B-7Leeolou Alumni Center G-6Logan Hall B-4Long Field/Mauck Stadium E-4Madison Hall C-2Madison Union C-3Mason Street Parking Deck C-1Massanutten Hall A-3Maury Hall B-4McGraw-Long Hall D-3Memorial Hall D-E-1-2Memorial Hall Art Complex D-1Miller Hall C-2Moody Hall B-4Mr. Chips Convenience Store D-4

Music Building B-2North Campus Steam Plant C-3Parking Services B-6Phillips Hall C-3Physics/Chemistry F-6Plecker Athletic Center C-6Police, Campus B-2Potomac Hall G-7Power Plant B-4Quad, The B-3Roop Hall B-4Rose Library G-6Sheldon Hall B-3Shenandoah Hall F-8Shorts Hall B-6Showker Hall C-6Sonner Hall B-7Spotswood Hall B-2Student Success Center C-2Studio Center D-2Tree Houses A-7

University Park C-D-9University Recreation Center D-6University Services Building A-1UREC East Campus Fields G-H-8USB Annex A-1Varner House B-4Veterans Memorial Park D-1Wampler Hall B-3Warsaw Avenue Parking Deck A-2Wayland Hall B-4Weaver Hall D-5White Hall E-5Wilson Hall B-3Wind Energy Training and Testing Facility H-5Wine-Price Hall D-3WMRA/WXJM H-2

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Building Key


TheCommons

TheQuad

Duke Dog Alley

PedestrianViaduct

Exit 245

Exit 245

Exit 247

81

81

81

81

Bluestone Drive

Bluestone Drive

Bluestone Dr.

Blue

ston

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ive

Champions Drive

Madiso

n Driv

e

Carrier Drive

Carrier Drive

Carrier Drive

Carrier

Drive

Alumni Drive

Duke Drive

Duke Drive

Driver Drive

Driver Drive

Newman

Driv

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Mad

ison

Dr.

Alumnae Drive

War

saw Av

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Warsaw Ave.

Reservoir Street

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serv

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Med

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Evelyn Byrd Avenue




Ott S

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Paul Street

Cardinal Drive

Eastover Drive

Eastover Dr.

Grace St.

Grace Street

Grace Street

Walnut

Lane

South

Mas

on St

reet

South

Mas

on St

reet

Harris

on St

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South

Main

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South

Main

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South

Main

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Forest Hill R

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Univers

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Deye

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Port Republic Road

Port Republic Road

Port Republic Road

Hillside Avenue

East Market Street – US Route 33

Ches

apea

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Sout

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Stre

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Sout

h Hi

gh S

treet

South High Street

Cantrell Avenue

Grace Street

Grace Street

Avenue

C15

Martin Luther King

Hillside

Bell

McGraw-Long

Hillside Area

Shorts EagleLake Area

Newman Lake

Greek Row

Kappa Alpha Theta

Delta Gamma

Tri-Delta

Sigma KappaAST

Alpha PhiTri-Sigma

ZTA

ASA

WillowOak

Kappa Alpha

Sigma Nu

Gamma Phi BetaMaple

Phi MuADPi

Tree Houses

Cleveland

Spotswood

Wampler

Ashby

Converse

Gifford

Logan

Bluestone Area

Hoffman

Wayland

ChesapeakePotomac

Skyline Area

Shenandoah

Garber

Huffman

Frederikson

Dingledine

Ikenberry

White

WeaverChappelear

Hanson

Village Area

Phillips

Chandler

Festival Conferenceand Student Center

Mr. Chips

East Campus Dining Hall

Chick-fil-A

D-Hub(Temporary Dining

Facility)

URECSoftball

Field

Long Field atMauck Stadium

UREC Turf

BasketballCourt

RecArea

Football Practice Fields

Golf Practice Facility

URECEast Campus

Field

Field Hockeyand

Track and FieldComplexRec

AreaUniversityRecreation

Center

Tennis CourtsHockey Courts

Tennis Courts

Veterans MemorialPark

Zane ShowkerField at

BridgeforthStadium

Neff Avenue

Port Republic Road

Devon Lane

University Park

UTC

UBC

USVCTTAUMT

UniversityPark

StadiumUPLPG UPAPG

UPUPGUPUPG – University Park Upper Practice GrassTTA – Track Throws AreaUPAPG – University Park Athletics Practice GrassUPLPG – University Park Lower Practice GrassUBC – UREC Basketball CourtsUMT – UREC Multipurpose TurfUSVC – UREC Sand Volleyball CourtsUTC – UREC Tennis Courts

U1

U2U3

U4

U5

Small Wind Training and Testing

Facility

S. L

iber

ty S

tree

t

W. Bruce Street

Ice House

S. M

ain S

treet

Ice HouseLot

R7

R2

R5

R3

S

QNorth

QEast

QWest

TJ

A

W

V B

YX

Z

K

E

G

P

P

ConvoC

D8

D3

D6

D2

D3

IHHS

C10

C11

ConvoG

ConvoF

Convo A

ConvoBConvo

E

C9

R8

C4

C7

C8

C6C14

C13

C12

R9

C3

WarsawAvenueParking

Deck

GraceStreet

ParkingDeck

CantrellAvenueParking

Deck


N3

C16

ChampionsDrive

ParkingDeck

C15

C18


U1

U2U3

U4

M

U5

C1, C2, C17, C19

L

R10, R11

R13

R4

ConvoD

R14

R1

Ice HouseLot

Ice HouseLot

R12

Mason StreetParking DeckAnthony

Seeger

Duke

Music

Miller

Johnston

Sheldon

Burruss

CarrierLibrary

Keezell

Wilson

Maury

Moody

Roop

Jackson

Harrison

Showker

Godwin

Convocation Center

ISAT/CSEngineering/Geosciences

Physics and Chemistry

Memorial

Studio Center

131 W. Grace St.

RoseLibrary

CampusPolice

Forbes Center for the Performing Arts

MemorialArt Complex

Bioscience

International Student CenterJohn C. Wells

Planetarium

Lakeview

Gibbons Hall(under construction)

GraceStreet

Modular

UniversityServices

Grace StreetHouse

JMAC1

JMAC2

JMAC4

JMAC6

Massanutten

JMAC5

1077 S. MainStreet

Alumnae

HillcrestHouse

GraftonStovallTheatre

Varner

Frye

PleckerAthleticCenter

Bookstore

LeeolouAlumniCenter

Blue Ridge

Edith J. CarrierArboretum

PavilionFrances Plecker

Arboretum Education Building

SonnerAdmissions

Office


CardinalHouse


Wine-PriceNorth Campus

Steam Plant

PowerPlant

Ridge Area

Madison Hall(under construction) Health

Center

Apartments on Grace

Apartments on Grace

Student Success Center

Health and Behavioral Studies

North CampusUniversity

Services Annex(under construction)

MadisonUnion

Ice House

A B C D E F G H I J

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

8

9

Bluestone Area

Hillside Area

Lake Area

Skyline Area

Village Area

Athletics and Recreation

Dining Services

Student Services

Academic Buildings

Administrative Buildings

Parking

Primary Bus Stops

Handicap parking is available throughout campus and is designated by signs.

Visitors Parking Permits are available at Parking Services on the ground level of the Champions Drive Parking Deck.

Key

Revised: December 2015

Godwin Transit Center

Three blocks to downtown

131 W. Grace Street D-2220 University Boulevard J-9380 University Boulevard I-91077 S. Main Street A-3Alumnae Hall B-3Anthony-Seeger Hall B-1Apartments on Grace B-1, E-2Ashby Hall B-3Bell Hall D-3Bioscience G-6 Blue Ridge Hall G-8Bookstore, University C-4Bridgeforth Stadium B-5Burruss Hall C-2Cardinal House F-4Cantrell Avenue Parking Deck D-3Carrier Library C-3Champions Drive Parking Deck B-5Chandler Hall B-6Chappelear Hall D-5Chesapeake Hall F-7

Chick-fil-A B-4Cleveland Hall B-2Commons, The C-4Converse Hall B-3Convocation Center D-7D-Hub (Temporary Dining Facility) E-4Dingledine Hall D-4Duke Hall B-2Eagle Hall C-6East Campus Dining Hall F-8Engineering/Geosciences F-6Festival Conference & Student Center G-7Field Hockey and Track and Field Complex H-6Francis Plecker Arboretum Ed Building F-9Frederikson Hall D-5Forbes Center, Performing Arts A-2Frye Building B-4

Garber Hall D-4Gibbons Hall C-4Gifford Hall B-3Godwin Hall C-5Golf Practice Facility A-9Grace Street House B-1Grace Street Modular A-1Grace Street Parking Deck C-3Grafton-Stovall Theatre C-3Greek Row B-5-6Hanson Hall D-5Harrison Hall B-3Health and Behavioral Studies C-2Health Center, University C-2Hillcrest House C-3Hillside Hall D-3Hoffman Hall B-4Huffman Hall D-4Ice House C-1Ikenberry Hall E-4International Student Center D-2

ISAT/CS F-6Jackson Hall B-3JMAC 1-6 A-2-3John C. Wells Planetarium C-2Johnston Hall B-2Keezell Hall C-3Lakeview Hall B-7Leeolou Alumni Center G-6Logan Hall B-4Long Field/Mauck Stadium E-4Madison Hall C-2Madison Union C-3Mason Street Parking Deck C-1Massanutten Hall A-3Maury Hall B-4McGraw-Long Hall D-3Memorial Hall D-E-1-2Memorial Hall Art Complex D-1Miller Hall C-2Moody Hall B-4Mr. Chips Convenience Store D-4

Music Building B-2North Campus Steam Plant C-3Parking Services B-6Phillips Hall C-3Physics/Chemistry F-6Plecker Athletic Center C-6Police, Campus B-2Potomac Hall G-7Power Plant B-4Quad, The B-3Roop Hall B-4Rose Library G-6Sheldon Hall B-3Shenandoah Hall F-8Shorts Hall B-6Showker Hall C-6Sonner Hall B-7Spotswood Hall B-2Student Success Center C-2Studio Center D-2Tree Houses A-7

University Park C-D-9University Recreation Center D-6University Services Building A-1UREC East Campus Fields G-H-8USB Annex A-1Varner House B-4Veterans Memorial Park D-1Wampler Hall B-3Warsaw Avenue Parking Deck A-2Wayland Hall B-4Weaver Hall D-5White Hall E-5Wilson Hall B-3Wind Energy Training and Testing Facility H-5Wine-Price Hall D-3WMRA/WXJM H-2

N

WMRA/WXJM

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