Well, more precisely, we have two full years’ worth of issues, now that we have published our final issue this fall on Vocation. Eight issues, each of them presenting the works of authors and artists – Canadians and internationals alike; young and old alike. We have balanced this openness by staying true to our goal of publishing a journal of Catholic thought and art, directed by young Catholics in Canada.

On my own behalf, I want to thank a lot of people: Mark Gamez, Peter O’Hagan, Andrew Rivera and all those who dedicate their time and energy to every single issue; Troy Scotchburn, Rob Koechl, Nick Rottman, Alan Yoshioka and all who have contributed to the development of the website and the direction of this project; Donald De Marco, Fr. Neil Roy, Michael O’Brien, Dorothy Cummings McLean, Brett Salkeld, Greg Sadler and all who take this project seriously and help out with advice and content; Mom and Dad and all my siblings; Naomi Rastelli, Jessica Hansen and Brenda Polk, who have endured my neglect of roommate duties while putting the issues together; Uncle Chuck, Heather, Wade, Elaine Zettel, my professors here and those from Ave, Dr. Baer, and so many others who have listened or inspired me in different ways.

Finally, I want to thank every single person who has published with us, submitted something for publication, commented or subscribed! The Alexandrian really is yours – may it prosper for many years to come.

May God bless you all.

Catherine