Kids in...

Grealish: All dressed up and no place to go

... quarantine. These are serious times, and the epidemic that grips our nation and world should not be taken lightly. Currently, the kids are away from Steds and the University. The spring semester has come to an abrupt end, but life continues. Tonight, we hear from Keegan Grealish, Steds freshman and resident Virginian, who had some time to speak from his home outside of D.C.... after his on-line classes were over of course. Enjoy.

St. Ed: With the University's residence halls, including the oldest and most storied, St. Ed’s, shut down, where are you these days?

Grealish: Currently, I persevere in Herndon, Virginia, a quaint town about 30 minutes outside of Washington DC. You may ask yourself what makes Keegan so caring… well, as asserted in our state slogan, “Virginia is for Lovers.”

St. Ed: As in-person classes have been nixed for the rest of the semester, how have you found on-line classes?

Grealish: I’ve found on-line classes to be extremely thought-provoking and inspiring. The looks on my peers’ faces as we vigorously learn through zoom reminds me of why I chose to attend the University of Notre Dame. The constant battle through Wi-Fi disturbances and unchecking the mute button tests the true character of a Notre Dame student.

St. Ed: Clearly, you have more time on your hands than ever before. So, what are you doing these days to pass the extra time?

Grealish: With so much extra time, I’ve taken on a number of new hobbies. First, I’ve transitioned from regular Catan to the online Catan universe, a digital multiplatform realm. Here, I escape the troubles of today’s world and spend my time building cities and forming armies. Also, countless hours in the driveway have allowed me to perfect my basketball shot so that I never miss within 18 feet.

St. Ed: During your sojourn away from Steds, do you miss anything?

Grealish: I count down the days until I’m able to return to St. Edward’s Hall. I can’t go much longer without Ed’s paninis (available on Sunday and Monday nights only) or the Sunday evening masses. I reminisce about the good old days when I was surrounded by mullets and ran through the reflection pool. On a more serious note, I truly miss St. Edward’s Hall and all the Stedsmen, and I hope everyone stays safe and healthy.