As the session comes to an end, I would like to congratulate you all on your hard work throughout this academic year, and to offer you my best wishes on your final exams and projects. The upcoming days will be challenging but exhilarating as you apply the knowledge you've learned in your courses. I encourage you to take a few minutes to reflect upon your many achievements from this past year.

If you are feeling anxious or worried about exams, don't forget about the many valuable and free services and programs available to you through the Student Academic Success Service (SASS). Located at 100 Marie-Curie, SASS has an incredible team of professionals waiting to provide you with assistance, from for academic writing help to confidential personal counselling.

For those students who are graduating this year, I wish you all the best as you move on to new adventures and your career. I hope to see you at graduation! I also hope you will look back fondly on your years at the University of Ottawa and feel that you are leaving campus with the knowledge and skills you need to reach your full potential. The future is yours! I look forward to seeing the rest of you back on campus in the fall.

Last but not least, I invite all students to provide feedback on our most recent draft version of the new strategic plan, Vision 2020, before it goes to the Senate and Board of Governors for final approval. Please submit your comments and suggestions before May 15, 2011. Your opinion is important to us and will help ensure a stronger long-term plan for the University. Let us know if we are on the right track or if there are any missing elements that should be included.