With a heart filled with both affection and sorrow, I must inform you that due to the natural passage of time and in accordance with university regulations, I have joined the community of university retirees as of September 23, 2025 (Mehr 1, 1404).

For this reason, I have not taught any courses or classes this semester, and I have not had the opportunity to be present among you, my dear students.

I wish I could, as in the past, be present alongside you in the classrooms and seek my intellectual vitality from the depth of enlightening dialogues and connection with you, dear students. This separation from your vibrant and dynamic community pains my soul.