Day 25- Gallant Elite

Dear UNL,

     We've noticed, UNL. Don't think we haven't noticed. "What in the world are you talking about?" You're saying in your head right now(or so we think). We will ease your confusion, hang tight.

Gallantry: 1. Nobility of spirit or action; courage. 2. Chivalrous attention toward women; coutliness.

     When we say that what is your first response? Maybe it would be medieval knights fighting firey dragons to save a Damsel in distress. Or maybe its a prince on a beautiful white steed with a jousting stick. Or quite possibly, its Sir Gallahad or Sir Lionel (no, not Richie), both of which were knights as well.

     Keeping that in mind, we'd like to tell you of some thing we've found. Hidden here on UNL's campus, we've found gallant knights clad in red, with white helmets. These red and white knights we speak of? None other than our own University of Nebraska Cornhusker Football team. Now, hang on there. We haven't seen the ENTIRE team acting in these ways, just a select few. But the number is growing steadily, everyday.

     First on our list of the Gallant Elite is Husker Defensive Tackle, Jared Crick. Up until this moment in time(approximately a week and a half ago) we had never seen such manners on campus. Someone we knew relayed this story to us and we believe we had to share it. She was walking into the Westbrook building and he gallantly held the door open for her. How nice was that?

     Not even a week later, Nebraska Linebacker, Alonzo Whaley, joined the ranks of the Gallant Elite. killa was on her way to class and found herself stunped by the large, heavy, immobile door. Have no fear, killa! Alonzo Whaley is here! He got right on it, defeating the evil, heavy door and opened it for the Damsel in distress, our very own killa. If it hadn't been for him, killa would still be stuck in the building! Thank you, Alonzo Whaley!

     Now, the headlines should read: "The Gallant Elite Strikes Again!". However, sadly they don't. Either way, just today, it was witnessed that our Nebraska Cornernback, Prince Amukamara(who was/is frankly the founder of the Gallant Elite) was crowned king of the hour. He was seen on campus, holding the door for not one! Not Two! But four ladies walking outside. What a gentleman! If only we could find more like him on campus.

     Gentlemen of UNL, read closely and take notes. The Gallant Elite have set a high standard for you. Ladies of UNL, please say "Thank you!" When a guy holds the door open for you. He doesn't have to. He's just being polite. We need more polite people on campus.

     Thank you for giving us a glimpse of what UNL can be. Stay classy, UNL. We will always love you(and keep our eye out for the Gallant Elite).

Sincerely,
killa & barney