The opening Mass of the induction for new students took place in the Basilica St Paul. We were joined this year by 11 new students and 3 Anglican Exchange students. The Induction Period also included an early morning Mass in the Crypt of St Peter's. There have been many opportunities to discover Rome and to travel to local places. A walk around central Rome; a day trip to visit the Papal Palace and Gardens of Castel Gandolfo and Nemi; the Catacombs of San Callisto and the Ardeatine caves; and Mass in Santa Maria in Trastevere. The new students, together with many returning students, attended the Wednesday Audience of the Holy Father in Saint Peter’s square. Tickets had been obtained for good seats on the Sagrata near the Holy Father who also welcomed the new students during the audience. The college then prepared for University registration and the Period of Recollection for the opening of year was held this last weekend while lectures began on Monday.