Mark Trudell arrived on the University of Windsor campus in 1981 to start studies toward his B.Comm and never left — until now.

Friends and colleagues of the assistant registrar for graduate and professional studies will gather to celebrate his upcoming retirement at an open house reception on Wednesday, Nov. 9. The event will run 3 to 5 p.m. in room 4108, Leddy Library.

Trudell’s 37 years of service to the university spans stints in the Office of the Registrar as a telephone operator, data entry operator, admission and records officer, scheduling clerk, administrative assistant, and scheduling manager before his current role.

To sign a card or contribute to a gift in advance, contact Shari Turcotte at 519-253-3000, ext. 3333, or email shari@uwindsor.ca.