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Reading Garden Unveiled The fencing and construction equipment that surrounded the entrance to E.J. Pratt Library over the summer was removed in September to reveal the addition of a reading garden. Wooden benches now dot the west side of the walkway leading to the library, all placed beneath a trellis made of Douglas fir. The reading garden is among several enhancements to the library’s landscape: steps have been removed from the walkway’s front and a ramp has been recast, improving the building’s accessibility; the walkway has been expanded to provide more bicycle parking; and the surrounding green space has been refreshed with a variety of shrubs, groundcovers and perennials. The reading garden and the other new features were made possible, in part, with support from the Friends of Victoria University Library.
Alumni Calendar of Events October 27 VWA “The International Political Scene” delivered by David Wright, Kenneth and Patricia Taylor Distinguished Professor of Foreign Affairs. Alumni Hall, Old Vic, 2 p.m. November 4 Keith Davey Forum on Public Affairs “Faith and Politics: Religion and the Secular State.” Isabel Bader Theatre, 5 p.m. FREE (see page 4). November 17 VWA “Memorable Mosaics in the GTA and Beyond” delivered by Olga Pugliese, U of T professor of Italian and Renaissance studies. Alumni Hall, Old Vic, 2 p.m. November 21 Vic Chorus Fall Concert An afternoon of classical choral works. Victoria College Chapel, Old Vic, 4:30 p.m.
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December 6 Friends of Victoria University Library Christmas carols and stories around the fireplace. Private Dining Room, Burwash Hall, 7 p.m. January 12 VWA “Vic Now” delivered by dean of students Kelley Castle, VUSAC president Akash Goel and Board of Regents chair Paul Huyer Vic 8T1. Alumni Hall, Old Vic, 2 p.m. February 16 VWA “Seeking Ethical Neutrality in Health-Care Choices” an illustrated talk with William Harvey, U of T professor emeritus of philosophy. Alumni Hall, Old Vic, 2 p.m. To subscribe to Vic’s e-newsletter, contact vic.alumni@utoronto.ca.
See pages 6 and 7 for news of Vic’s 175th anniversary program of events. Visit www.vicu.utoronto.ca for the latest event details and announcements.