Thursday April 22, 2010 - Around 2pm
Between 65-70 degrees; fairly cloudy at times
Today i decided to view the drillfield from other views besides in front of the memorial. I first decided to sit on the opposite side of the memorial on the grass, under a tree. It's not much of a different view looking at the drillfield, but now i can see Burruss Hall and all the students waiting impatiently for the buses. I can see all the cars pass by and the students crossing the crosswalks to and from the drillfield.The sidewalks going across the drillfield are a lot more crowded then in the early mornings. Students crowd the sidewalks and others make their way walking across the drillfield making their own pathways or following previously made ones where the grass is completely gone and there is a distinct dirt path now. Lots of students are wearing Tech clothing, others are wearing shorts, t-shirts, flip-flops, dresses, and other spring/summer apparel. I can see some students walk across in silence while others are chatting away on the phone or with a friend. Viewing the drillfield from different angels you get a different view of the background scenery behind the drillfield and you see people differently (the way they walk, facial expressions,etc), whether you are closer or farther away you can hear peoples conversations, sometimes in detail. Not many people are sitting outside except for an occasional few; many people are going to and from their classes. From this observation, I can tell how different mornings are compared to afternoons, and how weekends afternoons are compared to weekday afternoons.
Wednesday, May 5, 2010
Friday, April 30, 2010
Interview #2
Sarah Truxell
Year/Major = Freshmen/HNFE
Data = 4/23/10
*What are your thoughts about the drillfield?
The drillfield is a great place to do a variety of activities, and a lot of students utilize it for it's space and room for sports, picnics, and such.
*Is it a place you enjoy to go to and be at?
Personally, I don't spend that much time at the drillfield rather than using the paths to go to class. But I would really enjoy having more time to spend there and hanging out there with friends.
*What don't you like about the drillfield?
I wish the drillfield had more paths made into it. I hate that paths get worn into it and takes away from the fresh, green appeal of the grass.
*What are your views on the April 16th memorial?
I think the memorial represents a lot of things in the Virginia Tech community and it's a beautifully landscaped area that honors those lost, but also is a place for remembrance for those who survived.
*What are your thoughts about the events that take place on the drillfield (Relay For Life, Big Event, etc)?
I think the events that take place on the drillfield are great for our community and bring a lot of people to the campus to witness how beautiful is actually is.
*Do you take time to notice anything while walking across the drillfield? What do you notice/see when you are walking across the drillfield?
I tend to watch other people on the drillfield when I'm going to and from class. I usually notice what they are doing, who they are talking to, or most often they are listening to music.
*How often do you go to the drillfield for free time?
I hardly ever spend time at the field unless it's a scheduled event or I am walking to and from class.
Year/Major = Freshmen/HNFE
Data = 4/23/10
*What are your thoughts about the drillfield?
The drillfield is a great place to do a variety of activities, and a lot of students utilize it for it's space and room for sports, picnics, and such.
*Is it a place you enjoy to go to and be at?
Personally, I don't spend that much time at the drillfield rather than using the paths to go to class. But I would really enjoy having more time to spend there and hanging out there with friends.
*What don't you like about the drillfield?
I wish the drillfield had more paths made into it. I hate that paths get worn into it and takes away from the fresh, green appeal of the grass.
*What are your views on the April 16th memorial?
I think the memorial represents a lot of things in the Virginia Tech community and it's a beautifully landscaped area that honors those lost, but also is a place for remembrance for those who survived.
*What are your thoughts about the events that take place on the drillfield (Relay For Life, Big Event, etc)?
I think the events that take place on the drillfield are great for our community and bring a lot of people to the campus to witness how beautiful is actually is.
*Do you take time to notice anything while walking across the drillfield? What do you notice/see when you are walking across the drillfield?
I tend to watch other people on the drillfield when I'm going to and from class. I usually notice what they are doing, who they are talking to, or most often they are listening to music.
*How often do you go to the drillfield for free time?
I hardly ever spend time at the field unless it's a scheduled event or I am walking to and from class.
interview #2
Monika Quinn
Freshman, 18 years old, University Studies
What is your major?
-I'm in University Studies right now, but I just got into the engineering program here so I think I'm going to continue on with that next year.
What are you doing on the Drill Field right now?
-I'm out laying in the sun right now with some friends. The weather is so nice today and we want to get a little tan so we brought out towels out and we're just talking and relaxing.
Do you come to do this a lot?
-Whenever I can. The weather has been cold and overcast lately so I haven't come to lay out in a while. But if it's nice out and I don't have a lot of work to do I come here a lot yes.
What is your favorite time of the week to be on the Drill Field?
-I love the Drill Field in the mid afternoon after most of the days classes are over. There's always a ton of activity going on, whether it be kids playing sports or people handing out stuff along the walkways.
What is your least favorite time to be on the Drill Field?
-Definitely early in the morning. It's so cold, windy and dreary around that time. Once it hits 11 am is when it's nice out.
Monday, April 26, 2010
Matt's 3rd Observation
April 16, a day that will be forever immortalized in Virginia Tech history. It is 7:30pm, and people are beginning to gather for the candlelight vigil. It is a cool 55 degrees with a breeze from the west that prompts many to don sweatshirts. Numerous people have camcorders and cameras on tripods, including myself. I stand towards the back of the burgeoning crowd, in order to get the perfect shot. The time goes by slowly, as everyone anticipates the beginning of the ceremony. The entire corp of cadets can be seen marching on the drillfield road, towards Burress. They march in step until they stop and wait for a few seconds, then break off into groups and join the crowd for the vigil. 15 cadets join the crowd right in front of me. Apparently candles were being given away for the ceremony at the beginning of the sidewalks to the drillfield. I did not pick one up however, because I would be shooting the event with my camera. As the sun sets and it begins to get dark, the ceremony begins with a speech from our president, Charles Steger. He talks of how only light can drive out darkness, and that as that light we can break through the darkness. One woman and one man then come up and read off the names of the victims of april 16. They say them slowly, and then give a short tribute of the person's talents and passions. As the names are read, a student representative lights their candle from the huge candle in the center, and then takes their place behind the hokie stone bearing the name of the person they are representing. As the names are read, select people in the crowd react. A woman right in front of me hugs her husband as one of the names is read. After the reading of the names, an accapella group sings a song as the candle light is distributed among the crowd. Soon everyone candle's are lit, and they are raised into the air. Everything is silent, except for the eerie breeze that attempts to snuff everyone's candles. The president says a few words, and then the ceremony is over.
Thursday, April 22, 2010
Interview #1
Name - Ben Boggs
Year/Major - Freshmen/HNFE
*What are your thoughts about the drillfield?
The drillfield is a great place to get outside and enjoy the weather on nice days.
*Is it a place you enjoy to go to and be at?
Yes I love going to the drillfield and doing outdoor activities with my friends, such as throwing the ball around or playing frisbee when i have the time.
*What don't you like about the drillfield?
I don't like how it's a long walk across to get to my classes on the other side. It's also difficult to get across the drillfield on my bike because it's a narrow pathway with numerous people walking on it. The winters also make the walks terrible.
*What are your views on the April 16th memorial?
It's a great tribute to honor those that we lost on that horrific day three years ago. Where it is placed is a good place because it shows a lot about Virginia Tech and they support we all have for those people; everyone can see it almost everyday.
*What are your thoughts about the events that take place on the drillfield (Relay For Life, Big Event, etc)?
They are great events that allow the students to partake in something that is fun and also a good cause. It's a large area and relatively close to the dorms so it's quite easy access for students who live on campus.
What do you notice/see when you are walking across the drillfield?
Some pretty girls, Burruss hall because it's right in the center, besides that not much really, i'm more concentrated on getting to and from class.
Year/Major - Freshmen/HNFE
*What are your thoughts about the drillfield?
The drillfield is a great place to get outside and enjoy the weather on nice days.
*Is it a place you enjoy to go to and be at?
Yes I love going to the drillfield and doing outdoor activities with my friends, such as throwing the ball around or playing frisbee when i have the time.
*What don't you like about the drillfield?
I don't like how it's a long walk across to get to my classes on the other side. It's also difficult to get across the drillfield on my bike because it's a narrow pathway with numerous people walking on it. The winters also make the walks terrible.
*What are your views on the April 16th memorial?
It's a great tribute to honor those that we lost on that horrific day three years ago. Where it is placed is a good place because it shows a lot about Virginia Tech and they support we all have for those people; everyone can see it almost everyday.
*What are your thoughts about the events that take place on the drillfield (Relay For Life, Big Event, etc)?
They are great events that allow the students to partake in something that is fun and also a good cause. It's a large area and relatively close to the dorms so it's quite easy access for students who live on campus.
What do you notice/see when you are walking across the drillfield?
Some pretty girls, Burruss hall because it's right in the center, besides that not much really, i'm more concentrated on getting to and from class.
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