Abstract
This newsletter contains information on Dale Godsoe's appointment as the chair of the Mount's Board of Governors, a visitation by a group from the People's Republic of China to the Mount's DUET (Distance University Education via Television) facilities, Head Gardener Carol Goodwin's legacy upon leaving the university, two new presidents (one for the Alumnae Association, the other for the Student Union), Faculty Day, orientation sessions for September 4, administrative changes (including new vice-presidents), and choir auditions. The newsletter also contains sections on the high standards set by the Mount's Development Office for fundraising, and the establishment of the Jodrey Chair in Gerontology by Dr. Naomi Hersom.