 Hello Catamount families, my name is Erica Calero and I'm the Interim Vice Provost for Student Affairs. I just wanted to let you know how things are going on campus. Seeing this community come alive over the last few weeks has been wonderful. We had a fantastic move in. For our new students, orientation, twilight induction and convocation made their return as treasured traditions and I think all of our students found themselves enjoying many of the aspects of our week of welcome. All students are now settling into the rhythm of the academic year, which includes classes, work, internships, activities, clubs and organizations, as well as all kinds of interests and social opportunities on campus. Some of you may not have heard from your student yet and that's usually a good sign. It's natural and it means that they're focusing on getting their academic year underway and adjusting to and enjoying time with their peers. Our new students are drinking from the proverbial fire hose as they're learning their way around campus and becoming familiar with their professors and peers. Whether your student is new or returning, please encourage them to keep up with masking. Whether your student is new or returning, please encourage them to speak up if they need a hand. And if you're wondering how you can let your student know that you're thinking about them, consider snail mail. It doesn't have to be elaborate to be meaningful. Thank you so much for the wonderful young adults you're sharing with the UVM community. They are extraordinary and we're so proud to call them Catamounts. Thank you.