I wanted to make him (Daniel) proud and the university proud. I went home feeling like we accomplished what we set out to do.

The day and the program pay respects to our past, but it will primarily be focused on the future.

In the 22 years I've been here, it will be the largest gathering (of faculty) in regalia that we've had here on campus. I think it shows their support.

It's an opportunity to draw the entire community together. Not to focus on a man, but to focus on the institution and the future of that institution.

This is my first year coaching. Back home I'm studying physical therapy at university. To be honest if I stayed home I'd be playing soccer with my friends and not doing something worthwhile like this.

The university is really interested in helping our students find a college to call home.