This is the time of year when Grounds start getting taken over by campers of all sorts. Between the American Physics Society (on Grounds currently...what a rowdy bunch those physicists are), sports camps, academic camps, orientation, and UVa students here for the summer jobs or coursework, there's actually a bit more activity on Grounds during the summer than you'd expect.
One of my favorite times during the summer comes when the different groups associated with the marching band are on Grounds. I've mentioned the band and my admiration for them in the past, but I didn't really touch on the CMC Colorguard, which is one of a few specialty groups within the marching band (I think the others would be the drum line and the twirlers). Anyway, Colorguard has a nice little website, a Youtube channel, and their own summer camp before the larger band camp. One of their alumnae also maintains a Flickr page with photos from the past few years.
I know absolutely nothing about being in colorguard, twirling things, or being in a marching band, but between the websites to which I linked above and this fantastic video hosted on the CMC Colorguard's website (some of the best parts are towards the end!), I find myself trying to figure out a way to be part of this group...or at least sit with them at games. Their section looks like a lot more fun than where I sit at Scott Stadium.
Perhaps CavDog could beat a drum with his wagging tail...
*Incoming first years: if you're interested in being part of the colorguard or the band, you might want get in touch with those groups now so you can come to camp.
8 comments:
Speaking as a member of the marching band, we love when people who work for the university come sit with us. We've even had deans come and dance with us! Stop by during a game!
Are you kidding? I had no idea! You just made my afternoon.
One of those bright smiles in the Color Guard belongs to my daughter. I screamed with delight the first time I saw her on the big screen at a football game. She LOVES CMB and we LOVE watching them perform. Can't wait for the first home game. Go Hoos!
Hi Dean J,
This has nothing to do with color guards or marching bands, but I was wondering, how do UVa students get on campus jobs during the summer/throughout the year?
Of course I'm not kidding! Please come by! I'm in the clarinet section. The one with the awesome hat (along with the other 260 of us)
This is completely unrelated, but since this was the most recent post, I figured this would be the best way to get Dean J's attention. I was wondering where I should checks, memos, etc. for scholarships. I can't seem to find an address, name, or dept. Any help would be greatly appreciated. Thanks!
Dean J,
Could you please give an update on the waitlist? Nothing has been posted since May 6th. Last year more info. was given out by this time. Some of us are still anxiously waiting.
I'm waitlisted. Just checked the SIS today and my view decision link has turned into a view status link which says my application is incomplete and that I owe them my mid year grade report. Anyone experiencing anything like this?
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