It is quite a setting at the University of Virginia for this years 2011 graduation and interestingly enough it is not without a few wrinkles. Interestingly enough, the graduate students in engineering do not wear hoods if they are masters graduates. Personally, I like mine… both of them! However, this was my first time at the university and Kristin was kind enough to give me the grand tour. I particularly took interest on the many and varied restaurants surrounding the university, all worth a look! As a fan of President Jefferson, I found the history and atmosphere captivating. I was surprised at how ‘square’ Jefferson’s jaw was in his statues, but then maybe the artist took some liberties? 😉
Now we are waiting for family to arrive and it seems like this might be a busy weekend after all as I hear the airports are already stressed from the increased traffic! Many congratulations to all the graduates, everywhere!