āA time of peace and careā: Holiday message from Principal Alexandra Gillespie
In a holiday message to the community, Alexandra Gillespie, University of Toronto vice-president and principal of Ā鶹ֱ²„app Mississauga, wished āshining moments of celebration, love and joyā to students, alumni, staff, faculty and librarians.
āThis is a time of peace and care ā and a time to take a breath,ā Gillespie said. āIt's more than just OK to pause and rest; it's the good and right thing to do.ā
Gillespie, a professor of medieval and Renaissance literature, noted that the winter break also marks the beginning of a six-month sabbatical during which she will focus on her research. During her leave, Ian Orchard, a professor emeritus who previously served as Ā鶹ֱ²„app vice-president and principal of Ā鶹ֱ²„app Mississauga, will step back into the role in an acting capacity.
āHere's to friends, family and bright holidays together,ā Gillespie said. āI hope that yours are filled with all the people who matter most to you.ā