Dear Bentley Community,
 
As we approach the much-deserved holiday break, I wanted to take a moment to thank you for making my first semester at Bentley so memorable. When I arrived in June, I could only imagine what campus would look like when full with students catching up over lunch in LaCava, faculty walking to and from classrooms, and staff bustling to keep our daily operations in motion.
 
After experiencing these things and so much more this fall, I can wholeheartedly say I could not have asked for a better start to my first academic year at Bentley. I have thoroughly enjoyed my first semester here. Each interaction with our community has reminded me why I first came to this extraordinary university.
 
There is so much to look forward to in the new year as we continue to get back to business. But for now, I hope that you and your family can enjoy a restful and safe holiday season. My wife Phyllis and I continue to be grateful to be part of this community. Thank you for welcoming us so warmly to the Falcon family.
 
Happy holidays,
 
E. LaBrent Chrite
President