Recent? Like what, 15 years ago? And this is relevant to what about the double standard between physical and mental gifts in prospecting for jobs in college?
There is no double standard. The two have nothug to do with each other. Most folks would have figured it out by now. It is relevant in that he felt it was important to have something to show for being in an acedemic institution for a number of years. He unfortunately is the unique exception.
I know that you really wanted to go but I understand. The economy is not what it should be and I hate airports myself.
Then again what is the difference if you go or not? You don't have any respect for the honest achievement of a fellow human being. Why bother loosing teeth over it airline mileage points not withstanding.