It was almost noon when I arrived on the campus in southern Ohio. Not knowing what the traffic would be like, I allowed extra time for the drive and, as always, I am very early. The town and campus hum with activity.
Finals end for the underclassmen tomorrow.
Advanced degrees will be given in ceremonies Friday and bachelor degrees are awarded Saturday. Everywhere you see parents and alumni traveling the campus. Sitting off to the side, I watch the passing parade and record my impressions. When I received the invitation to attend this memorial service, I knew I had to come. The emotions had been bubbling to the surface ever since I started out this morning.