"JMU is not just an institution of higher learning, but it is a spirit, it is an atmosphere, it is a way of life that I am glad to say I have lived,"

-Alpha Spitzer '37

The big day is tomorrow. The past four years are coming to a close and tomorrow symbolizes a culmination of hard work, lots of hours on campus and countless lifelong friendships. This quote perfectly sums up my past four years at JMU. I came to college to get a college education. I left getting an education on living. I have learned to be more confident, to be a leader, friend and person of service, to be more comfortable with who I am. JMU has given me a place to be myself and try to figure out who that is. I have become passionate about JMU so much more than I ever thought possible. It truly is a spirit, an atmosphere, a way of life. I am glad to say I have lived.

thank you JMU. congratulations class of 2011! We did it!