Ushering in the new semester is senior Ashley Swicegood's photo, which Ashley sent late last semester from the Wheaton in Chicago program.

Ashley writes, "The other students in the Wheaton in Chicago program threw me a surprise history birthday party. Everyone dressed up as a historical character, gave me three facts, and then I had to guess who they were. Our guests included the Boston Tea Party, Rosa Parks, the Bill of Rights, Ghandi, and Martin Luther. Finding such a supportive, fun-loving community here in the city has made this semester unforgettable."