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xDear Readers,

xHappy New Year! I hope you all had a lovely holiday season and are looking xforward to a productive new year. As we all begin a new calendar, Many of
xthe University of Maryland's bright young physicists are also beginning a new xchapter in their lives, after graduating just a few weeks ago. Please take a xmoment to enjoy this Photon Supplement, which celebrates the xcommencement ceremonies of the December 2004 class. The Department
xis proud of every one of them and wishes each graduate a very rewarding xfuture. And I hope they all stay in touch! Also, special thanks to all the
xfaculty and staff who participated in the commencement ceremonies, making xit a special xday for these accomplished young scientists.

xIf you have any questions about the contents, please do not hesitate to xcontact me at 301-405-5945 or karrie@physics.umd.edu.

xSincerely,

xKarrie Sue Hawbaker
xEditor