"I don't think it could have been a better choice. Bob's a statesman, he's passionate about Tech, that's his background. I don't think there could have been a better pick for transitioning from Kent Hance," he said. "Bob's got that perfect balance about him: very humble, very unassuming, he just kind of goes along and gets his job done, he's not worried about taking credit and he's just a great transition for that. I really think the trustees did a great job. I always tell people you never worry about Senator Duncan's agenda, it's always pure and you never have to worry about him not knowing his stuff. He's done his homework so he comes prepared to work."