End of Term Lunch with the TEAM

After what was a an extremely busy term, the members of the department got together to give themselves a treat. Quite an outing; especially given that Cheryl resumes in her new position as director in government. Her pretty face (and let me also add: her calm personality) will be missed. The comforting part is that her office wont be too far away from us and she'd continue to service some groups of students. We also used the moment to say well done to Fattinald on his nomination for the Abe Bailey Award. The only one missing was Nicole, our indefatigable office manager.  Good times for us all.
Cheryl (was Chris doing the usual financial sum???)

Fattinald (the one on the right hand side of the screen)

Perhaps the chilli got too hot for Cheryl and she threw her jacket away!!!

The HoD with her radiant smile!!!

Karjee, listening intensely (like lawyers do!!!)

and that's me - right in front of you in a white top

Chris (immediate right) and the rest of us.

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  1. AnonymousJuly 10, 2012 at 5:59 PM

    Its pleasing seeing all of you together. I like it.

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