The following morning. Robbie is sitting in the living room. He is waiting for Philip to take him to see Charley Rafer at the university club.
Philip:	Sorry, Robbie. Sorry to be late this morning, but, well, we've still got some time for a cup of coffee. I can't wait to see my old pal Charley Rafer.
Robbie:	Neither can I. [They go into the kitchen.]
Philip:	So you thought about it, huh?
Robbie:	Yes, I have, Dad.
Philip:	Well, I'm glad. I knew you'd realize that this interview could be an important experience for you.
Robbie:	I came to that conclusion.
Philip:	That's very wise, Robbie. Very wise. Now let's head off for the city and the university club.
Robbie:	Thanks, Dad.
Philip:	Thanks ... for what?
Robbie:	Thanks for hearing me out. And ...
Philip:	And ... ?
Robbie:	And thanks for being such an understanding father.
Philip:	Well, thank you, Robbie. Thank you.
In an office at the university club. Dean Rafer greets Philip and Robbie.
Dean:	[entering] Philip Stewart! It's great to see you!
Philip:	Charley Rafer—you look as young as ever. [They hug.]
Dean:	You must be Robbie.
Robbie:	Hi.
Philip:	Yes, this is my youngest son Robbie. Robbie, I want you to meet one of the best tennis players on the Michigan team—Charley Rafer.
Robbie:	Nice to meet you, Dean Rafer.
Dean:	Well, are you as good a tennis player as your dad?
Robbie:	No, I'm not very good at it.
Philip:	Frankly, neither was I. Charley was the star of the team.
Dean:	Yeah. Thanks. Well, how've you been, Philip?
Philip:	Oh, working too hard.
Dean:	Doesn't show. How's Ellen?
Philip:	Fine, thank you. And how's Marge?
Dean:	She's still giving the toughest English history exams in the school and loving every minute of it. And speaking of minutes, I have interviews until noon, so why don't we get right to work?
Philip:	Can you have lunch with us later?
Dean:	I'd love to, Philip, but I'm afraid I can't. I'm only here two days, and I have interviews with twenty-six applicants.
Philip:	I understand. Well, thanks. I'll wait outside. [to Robbie] Good luck, Son. [He leaves.]
Dean:	Did you bring your transcript from high school?
Robbie:	Yes, sir. Right here.
Dean:	Thank you. Please sit down. I see under "activities" that you've been writing for the school paper.
Robbie:	Yes, sir.
Dean:	What kinds of articles have you written?
Robbie:	All kinds—sports, editorials, theater reviews. You name it, I've written it.
Dean:	Hmm. Well, have you ever thought of becoming a journalist?
Robbie:	A professional writer? Not until recently.
Dean:	Michigan has a fine School of Journalism.
Robbie:	Yes, I know that.
Dean:	You seem to have some reservations.
Robbie:	I'm a little uncertain. [We see Philip nervously waiting outside the office. Dean Rafer has finished interviewing Robbie.]
Dean:	[to Robbie] It's been very nice talking to you.
Robbie:	Nice talking to you, sir.
Dean:	One piece of advice. The most important thing is for you to decide your own future.
Robbie:	Yes, sir. Goodbye, Dean Rafer.
Dean:	Goodbye, Robbie. Good luck.