Convocation

I love graduation. I love to see the parents and family of first generation students turn out to watch their children and spouses achieve a significant milestone in their life's course. I also always enjoy the opportunity to see how we do our job as it is reflected in the attitudes of our students.

Today at convocation, I became especially jealous of Chris Faltis and the great outpouring of thanks his Masters' students expressed as they were hooded. I was also a bit green seeing the regard to which David Spencer is held by our undergraduates. My own insecurities notwithstanding, I was struck at the number of students who paused to thank someone on the faculty for the help and support they have provided. This is a remarkable testament to the commitment, quality, and genuine niceness of our faculty.

Congratulations and Happy Holidays,

Jim