Stephen F. Austin State University students attending the presidential inauguration ceremony in Washington, D.C.

A group of Stephen F. Austin State University students attending the presidential inauguration ceremony in Washington, D.C., departed campus and headed for the nation's capital on Friday. "We are looking forward to experiencing this historic event firsthand," said SFA student Laterrious Starks of Rowlett. "It's going to be the trip of a lifetime." Pictured, from left, are Justin Hudspeth of Zavalla; Brittnee Bennett of Huntsville; Urisonya Roberson, SFA director of multicultural affairs; Vivian Kempt of Houston; Shanita Barnes of Houston; Zykia Sam of Beaumont; and Starks.