Classy support for Virginia Tech

I'm not enabled to speak for all of Hokie Nation, but this Hokie has been overwhelmed by the support and encouragement of the Country, in particular the other Virginia Colleges and Universities. Candlelight vigils have been held at almost every college, big and small, in the state and the turnout has been huge. As much as I normally like bash UVA (in fun of course), the UVA community has been overwhelmingly supportive. Orange and Maroon Hokie signs are all over Charlottesville, and even the secretive "Z" Society painted an orange and maroon "Z". I won't be able to rag their graduates for a long long time. They are indeed a classy crowd.

I've been tremendously shocked and saddened by the many deaths, yet tremendously proud of my alma mater. The students have handled the barrage from the press with dignity and grace, and the quality of the students has shone brightly. Anyone doubting the future of this country should catch some of these interviews; there are a whole lot of bright kids, just brimming with character, coming along to take the helm. A lot of parents have raised themselves some fine children. I only wish there were 32 more Hokies around. The Hokie Nation will indeed never forget.

If anyone didn't catch Prof. Nikki Giovanni's short piece at the Convocation, catch a look at www.youtube.com. I don't think I've ever heard a more powerful presentation of anything in my life. It took her only about 90 seconds, but it will be talked about for many years.


Thank you hsbaseballwebers, and all the schools and communities that you represent. Go Hokies!