Welcome to fall! This issue of E-Cass contains its usual assortment of news items and updates. Timely - for those of us heading back to the lecture hall is Heather Theijsmeijer's informative article on Welcome back to the classroom. Also, check out updates on ALMA and SKA as well as status of IYA preparations. A big thanks to the usual faithful contributors!

Brian Martin (brian.martin@kingsu.ca)