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‘There’s a lot of draws here.’ Maczko introduced as Bridgewater men’s basketball coach
BRIDGEWATER, Va. (WHSV) - Bridgewater College formally introduced Mike Maczko as its next men’s basketball coach on Tuesday afternoon. Maczko comes from Randolph-Macon where he was an assistant for one season. Bridgewater Athletic Director Curt Kendall says Maczko’s familiarity with the Old Dominion Athletic Conference is what made him...
JMU announces new VP of Enrollment Management
HARRISONBURG, Va. (WHSV) - James Madison University announced in a press release Tuesday that after a national search, Melinda Wood has been appointed the new vice president for enrollment management at James Madison University. The division includes access and educational outreach, admissions, the Centennial Scholars program, The Reddix Center for First-Generation Students, financial aid and scholarships, university events and Valley Scholars.
Isiah Brooks Named to Bridgewater College’s Spring 2024 Dean’s List
BRIDGEWATER, VA (WVDN) – Isiah Brooks of Maxwelton, W. Va., was named to the 2024 spring semester Dean’s List at Bridgewater College. Brooks is a(n) health and exercise science major at Bridgewater. Brooks was among approximately 560 students named to the Dean’s List, which was announced by Associate Provost Dr. Jamie J. Frueh. Students on the […] The post Isiah Brooks Named to Bridgewater College’s Spring 2024 Dean’s List appeared first on West Virginia Daily News.
JMU gearing up for final push heading into last week of regular season
HARRISONBURG, Va. (WHSV) - The James Madison baseball program heads into the last week of the regular season looking to make one last push before postseason play. The Dukes (30-20, 15-12) are considered one of the bubble teams to make the NCAA Tournament, according to college baseball experts. After the conclusion of play May 12, the Dukes are ranked No. 47 in Rating Percentage Index, better known as RPI.
JMU Women’s Basketball adds Michigan State transfer Bree Robinson
HARRISONBURG, Va. (JMU Athletics) – Bree Robinson has signed a financial aid agreement to join the James Madison women’s basketball program for the upcoming season, as announced by Head Coach Sean O’Regan. The 5-8 guard spent her freshman year at Michigan State where she appeared in 17...
Harrisonburg gas prices fall below state, national averages
HARRISONBURG, Va. (ROCKTOWN NOW) – Gas prices across Virginia fell nearly two cents per gallon in the last week to an average of $3.44 today, according to a Gas Buddy survey. Prices at the pump are now six cents lower than this time last month, the survey found in...
Bridgewater College Art Professor to display works during residency
BRIDGEWATER, Va. (Bridgewater College) — Eric Kniss, an associate professor of art at Bridgewater College, will create an exhibit of installation art during a residency in the College’s Beverly Perdue Art Gallery from Thursday, June 6, through Thursday, Aug. 15. Kniss will treat the gallery space as an...
How this year's FAFSA process is affecting the families of college-bound students
For people who want to go to college, there are a few moving parts to take care of before going on that journey. Are you going to work while you take classes? Will you live on campus? If not, where do you live and how long is your commute? Do you need to take night classes because you have a job?
Jarrett Hatcher named executive director of First Tee Shenandoah Valley
STAUNTON — After 30 years of teaching, Jarrett Hatcher is ready for a new adventure. The Staunton High School social studies teacher will retire after this school year and become the new executive director of First Tee-Shenandoah Valley. First Tee is a youth development organization that promotes character-development and life-enhancing values through...
JMU’s O’Donnell named Sun Belt Baseball Player of the Week
NEW ORLEANS (JMU Athletics) – Brendan O’Donnell was tabbed the Sun Belt Conference Player of the Week after completing a weekend cycle and leading James Madison baseball to a series win, the league announced Tuesday afternoon. O’Donnell helped the Dukes improve to 30-20 (15-12 Sun Belt) over the...
Clouds and showers today
Today: mostly cloudy with a couple of showers this afternoon. There can be small hail and a rumble of. thunder. High 64. Winds south-southwest 6-12 mph. Tonight: mostly cloudy. Low 43. Winds west-southwest 4-8 mph. Tomorrow: partly sunny with a brief shower or two. High 67. Winds northwest 7-14 mph.
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