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Happy November, Dukes! You’re getting closer to the end of the semester and I’m sure time is getting tight (it is for me at least!). This week I thought I’d highlight some of the quick getaways that our beautiful campus has to offer.
Galleries and Museums
Exhibit: Illuminating the Word: the Art of the Medieval Manuscripts
Dates: Oct. 31 to Dec. 9
Location & Hours: Lower level of the Festival Conference and Student Center (Rm. 1108), Monday to Friday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Exhibit: DocUmenting Our Journeys
Dates: Fall 2016
Location and Hours: Lower level of the Festival Conference and Student Center hallway (near the Lisanby), Monday through Saturday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Exhibit: Features contemporary photography by regional, national and international artists. For information on exhibits call (540) 568-7175
Dates: Academic year only
Location & Hours: 131 Grace Street, Monday through Thursday from noon-5 p.m. and Friday through Saturday from noon-4 p.m.
Exhibit: This is a JMU student run gallery that exhibits work by undergraduate and graduate students. Exhibits change every two weeks on average. For information on exhibits call (540) 568-7175.
Dates: Academic year only
Location and Hours: 131 Grace Street, Monday through Thursday from noon-5 p.m. and Friday through Saturday from noon-4 p.m.
Exhibit: Features changing exhibitions of contemporary and diverse international, national and regional significance. For information on exhibits call (540) 568-6407
Dates: Academic year only
Location and Hours: Duke Hall, Monday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
[endif]Sawhill Gallery
Exhibit: A professional gallery featuring changing exhibitions of international, national and regional significance. The gallery strives to demonstrate art’s multicultural and interdisciplinary dynamic. For information on exhibits call (540) 568-6407
Dates: Academic year only
Location and Hours: Warren Hall – fourth floor, Monday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Saturday from noon- 4 p.m. or by appointment
Taylor Down Under
Exhibit: Photography in a cozy space
Dates: Academic year only
Location and Hours: Taylor Hall, during normal building hours
Exhibit: Playing Pictures
Dates: Sept. 13 to Nov. 4
Location and Hours: Roop Hall 208
Exhibit: Over 600 crystal and gem specimens from around the world, including a fluorescent mineral display that glows under ultraviolet light.
Dates: All year
Location and Hours: Memorial Hall, Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Outer Space
Bet you guys didn’t know you could travel into outer space right from a comfy seat on campus! This is something I’ve personally experienced and love. All viewings are FREE on Saturdays at 11 a.m., 1 p.m., 2:15 p.m. and 3:30 p.m. from September to the end of June.
Here are the shows available this semester:
[endif]Earth, Moon and Sun, Saturday at 11 a.m. and 1 p.m.
[if !supportLists]o [endif]This show explores the relationship between the Earth, Moon and Sun with the help of Native American storytelling to help distinguish between myths and science. Watch the trailer.
Dark: Understanding Dark Matter, Saturday at 2:15 p.m. and 3:30 p.m.
[if !supportLists]o [endif]This showing is an attempt at understanding the nature of dark matter, the missing 80 percent of the universe that will help us understand why the universe is the way it is. Watch the trailer.
Meteorite Collection
If you prefer something a little more tangible the Meteorite Collection may be an exciting exhibit to visit. This exhibit features fragments of meteorites that have come to us from places including: Diablo Canyon, Arizona, the Sahara Desert and the Central European Strewn Field. The collection is located on the first and second floor hallways of the Physics and Chemistry Building and admission is free!
Peaceful/Mindful/Self-Care
As I mentioned before, I understand that we’re approaching a stressful part of the semester. There are two absolute gems on and close to campus that are essential in taking a relaxing break from the everyday stressors of life.
[if !supportLists]o [endif]The Oasis
This luxurious piece of heaven is located in the Counseling Center on the third floor of the Student Success Center. The space includes: yoga mats, pillows, blankets, water features, iPads with relaxation apps, massage chairs and more! What more could you ask for? It’s the perfect set up! Open Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
[if !supportLists]o [endif]The Studio
The counseling center also provides an arts and crafts room. Getting creative is a great stress reliever. The room includes paints, brushes, canvases, sketch pads, clay, sand, coloring utensils, masks, mandalas, fabrics, ribbon and so much more! You know what they say – when in doubt, art it out. Open Monday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
The Edith J. Carrier Arboretum
This is the perfect place for a solo stroll, a little jog or some meditation time. The scenery is gorgeous and there are plenty of little critters to make friends with including ducks and turtles. The arboretum holds events throughout the year so be sure to check their events page for more details.
For more information on activities going down in the H'burg visit http://www.jmu.edu/events/index.shtml or http://www.visitharrisonburgva.com/.