Today I found myself in class bringing up the class that WAS; the successes that WERE; the passion and effort put in by those who have passed into the great college beyond. I meant it in good spirit. I was not trying to speak poorly of those in front of me – but the students last year did set a new high bar for the department and the class. They brought so much fire and passion to their varied talents. Entire classes were created and re-ordered just to accommodate their enthusiasm. But that was then. . . Read more