Talladega College Great Tornado Band Stole the Show at the 2017 Inauguration | The Odyssey Online
Start writing a post
Politics and Activism

Talladega College Great Tornado Band Stole the Show at the 2017 Inauguration

And the Great Tornadoes GoFundMe page is still prospering!

26
Talladega College Great Tornado Band Stole the Show at the 2017 Inauguration
GoFundMe

Talladega College’s band started their drive to the inauguration Wednesday afternoon. The journey to getting to this point was not easy, though. I have seen people on social media go both ways with the decision making. Some were for the band going, and some opposing it.

Within a view moments after the President of Talladega College, Dr. Billy Hawkins, was on The O’Reilly Factor, the bands GoFundMe accounts skyrocketed with donations. The GoFundMe account has a $671,625 total out of a $75,000 goal. The last donation was thirty-three minutes ago, so that means donations are STILL rolling in! That also means great things for the band and what they can do with the money in the future. They say funds will be needed by January 25th... I think they have more than needed! They started off really needed the money, they definitely got it!

This tweet started the debacle and showed how the alumni and student's really felt about how they were taking the band's decision to participate in the inauguration.

You can click the tweet and read how people responded to this. It is interesting to see how people argue their stances.

“These young people are citizens and they deserve to be here,” College president Dr. Billy Hawkins told Inside Edition. He even received a couple of death threats after the college accepted the invite.


For the students that couldn’t make it to the inauguration, they spent their entire day waiting for their band to shine on national television. They made history for their college and their band really stole the show.

Watch the full band's performance here: https://twitter.com/FoxNews/status/822575408117846019

Trump is enjoying himself during their performance. It's amazing to watch.

Report this Content
This article has not been reviewed by Odyssey HQ and solely reflects the ideas and opinions of the creator.
Student Life

A Few Thoughts Every College Freshman Has

The transition into adulthood is never easy

15931
Mays Island
Courtney Jones

Today I started my third week of college at Minnesota State Moorhead. I have survived welcome week, finding my classes on the first day, and being an awkward loner in the dining hall. Even though I have yet to be here for a month, I have already experienced many thoughts and problems that only a new college student can relate to.

Keep Reading...Show less
Students walking on a sunny college campus with trees and buildings.

"Make sure to get involved when you're in college!"

We've all heard some variation of this phrase, whether it came from parents, other family members, friends, RAs, or college-related articles. And, like many clichés, it's true for the most part. Getting involved during your college years can help you make friends, build your resume, and feel connected to your campus. However, these commitments can get stressful if you're dealing with personal issues, need to work, or aren't sure how to balance classes and everything else going on during the semester.

Keep Reading...Show less
Relationships

9 Reasons Why Friends Are Essential In College

College without friends is like peanut butter without jelly.

6851
Bridgaline Liberati and friends
Bridgaline Liberati

In college, one of the essential things to have is friends. Yes, textbooks, a laptop, and other school supplies are important but friends are essential. Friends are that support system everybody needs. The more friends you have the better the support system you have. But you also have someone to share experiences with. And don’t settle for just one or two friends because 8 out of 10 times they are busy and you are studying all alone. Or they have other friend groups that do not include you. Don’t settle for just one or two friends; make as many friends as you can. After the first couple of weeks of college, most friend groups are set and you may be without friends.

Keep Reading...Show less
Lifestyle

The Power of Dressing Up

Why it pays to leave the hoodie at home.

5057
sneakers and heels
Sister | Brother Style - Word Press

For a moment your world is spinning. The phone alarm has just scared you awake and you’re flooded by daunting thoughts of the day ahead. You have three assignments due and little time to work on them because of your job. You’re running late because you’ve hit snooze one to many times after yesterday’s long hours. You dizzily reach for a hoodie, craving its comfort, and rush for a speedy exit, praying you will have time to pick up coffee. Does this sound familiar?

Keep Reading...Show less
Entertainment

11 Signs You Live At The Library As Told by 'Parks And Recreation'

A few signs that you may live in the library whether you'd like to admit it or not.

4445
brown wooden book shelves with books

Finals week is upon us. It is a magical time of year during which college students everywhere flock to the library in attempt to learn a semester's worth of knowledge in only a week. For some students, it's their first time in the library all semester, maybe ever. Others have slaved away many nights under the fluorescent lights, and are slightly annoyed to find their study space being invaded by amateurs. While these newbies wander aimlessly around the first floor, hopelessly trying to find a table, the OGs of the library are already on the third floor long tables deep into their studies. Here is a few signs that you may live in the library, whether you'd like to admit it or not.

Keep Reading...Show less

Subscribe to Our Newsletter

Facebook Comments