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SUMMER 2009 * VOL.32 * NO.3
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26 The rise of a new America Cover
Under a charge from President Linwood H. Rose, JMU has created the Institute for Stewardship
of the Natural World. The philosophy of the institute is to address global citizenship, environmental
education, alternative fuel research, stewardship of the Earth, being eco-wise, tackling
environmental issues from social and economic viewpoints and changing individual behaviors.
Learn what alumni, administrators, professors and students are doing to make sustainable change.
40 Flowing by design by Chris Bolgiano
The JMU-RMH Collaborative creates a wetland site at the new regional hospital to
reduce flooding, prevent erosion and create a beautiful setting to help in patient wellness.
42 A Virginia woman of history by Jan Gillis (’07, ’11P)
When an elementary school class sought the name of a Virginia woman making a difference in
children’s lives, one name kept popping up — JMU psychology professor Joann Grayson.
Learn how the 2009 Virginia Woman in History connected to the children who nominated
her for the prestigious award.
Alternative
Fuels Program
Students from varying
disciplines are tackling
transportation issues
through hands-on learning
in the alternative
fuels lab. PAGE 32
Up Front
1 Full Frame
A captain of sustainability
challenges 2009 grads
4 22807
Your Letters
6 Contributors
7 Directions
JMU President Linwood
H. Rose on our role in
stewarding of the Earth
ON THE COVER:
Artwork by Ann Cutting/Veer
2 MADISON MAGAZINE PHOTOGRAPH BY CISAT CREATIVE SERVICES