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STUDENT ORGANIZATIONS<br />
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SPORTS CLUBS ON<br />
CAMPUS<br />
“I was an exchange student two years ago in Michigan and I liked<br />
the American culture so much. It is the main reason why I decided<br />
to study in the U.S. I chose <strong>JMU</strong> because it is a good university with<br />
modern facilities.”<br />
Avtandil, Russia<br />
Hospitality Management<br />
STUDENT ORGANIZATIONS<br />
<strong>JMU</strong> students are known for being both<br />
academically and socially engaged. With more<br />
than 350 clubs and organizations on campus,<br />
there truly is something for everyone. Here’s a<br />
small sample of what you can be part of:<br />
Academic: Financial Management Association,<br />
Madison Marketing Association, Engineers<br />
Without Borders, Madison Historians<br />
Diversity: African Student Association,<br />
Chinese Students and Scholars Association,<br />
Latino Student Alliance, Muslim Student<br />
Association<br />
Interests: Anime Club, Astronomy Club,<br />
Cinemuse Film Club, Latin Dance Club<br />
Sports: Basketball, Cheerleading, Ski and<br />
Snowboard Racing, Soccer, Table Tennis<br />
ART, MUSIC AND MOVIES<br />
For those with a passion for movies and art,<br />
<strong>JMU</strong>’s state-of-the-art facilities host<br />
on-campus movies, concerts, dance and<br />
theatrical performances, and art exhibitions<br />
throughout the year.<br />
Forbes Center for the Performing Arts<br />
Critically acclaimed performances and concerts<br />
by <strong>JMU</strong> students and guest artists are hosted in<br />
five spectacular venues:<br />
• Mainstage Theatre (450 seats)<br />
• Concert Hall (600 seats)<br />
• Recital Hall (196 seats)<br />
• Studio Theatre (200 seats)<br />
• Earlynn J. Miller Dance Theatre (200 seats)<br />
Grafton-Stovall Theatre<br />
Recently released and classic films are shown<br />
twice a day for about $3 per ticket.<br />
Sawhill Gallery, artWorks Gallery,<br />
and New Image Gallery<br />
Exhibitions of internationally important<br />
professional art pieces and the creative works<br />
of <strong>JMU</strong> students are on show in these galleries.<br />
OUTDOOR VENUES<br />
Newman Lake<br />
The quiet lake surrounded by sleepy willow<br />
trees is an ideal place to spend outdoor time on<br />
campus. There’s always a spot for a group study<br />
session or an afternoon picnic.<br />
Edith J. Carrier Arboretum<br />
At <strong>JMU</strong>, you can take a break from the hustle<br />
and bustle of student life without leaving the<br />
campus. Explore the natural beauty of the<br />
woodland and botanical gardens on the east<br />
side of the university.<br />
John C. Wells Planetarium<br />
You can even explore the universe from right<br />
here at <strong>JMU</strong>! The $2 million planetarium offers<br />
free screenings of movies and projections of<br />
the night sky.<br />
The Quad<br />
Listed in the National Register of Historic<br />
Places as a national treasure, the Quadrangle<br />
(Quad) has always been considered the heart of<br />
<strong>JMU</strong>’s beautiful campus. It’s the place to study,<br />
socialize, or play sports on a warm, sunny day.<br />
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