By Michael Hardy Gov. Timothy M. Kaine voiced confidence yesterday in the leadership of two embattled college presidents, including Charles W. Steger of Virginia Tech. "I do support them," Kaine said yesterday. He also referred to the earlier controversy over President Gene R.

He has been a football quarterback, talk-show host, lawyer, Democratic candidate for the U.S. Senate and the House of Representatives, law professor, law school dean and dissident critic of society's flaws. Now, Gene R. Nichol is president of the College of William and Mary.

Starting next fall, the College of William and Mary's low-income Virginia students will get enough financial aid to cover tuition, fees, room and board without taking out any loans. W&M's new president, Gene R.

Aug. 27--To attract more low-income students, The College of William and Mary on Friday promised a full ride for in-state undergraduates from families that make $40,000 or less a year.