My exams are written and the carols are playing in my office, which can mean only one thing—the end of the term is rapidly approaching and with it a welcome rest. I would like to extend warm holiday wishes to you all and congratulate you on a successful term.

I’ve now held the position of UWFA President for six months, and it seems timely to reflect on the successes and failures of my tenure thus far. I’m happy to report that more successes come to mind than failures. To end on a happy note, let me begin with the one failure that comes to mind. As many of you may recall, this summer I wrote a letter to Dr. Axworthy about the vacancy management plan and
asked that he speak to faculty. Despite a positive reply and subsequent reassurances in late September, no meeting is scheduled. I view this as unfortunate as I know many of you were eager to hear from him. I will continue to encourage him to address the Membership.