It’s a cold and dreary Sunday afternoon and Principal Daniel Woolf and Julie Gordon-Woolf are methodically making their way through the various libraries at Queen’s University on a mission of support.

Each time the duo steps into a room, their hands filled with bags of cookies, there is a buzz amongst the many students who are studying for final exams - it’s time for a sweet treat.

In what has become a highly-anticipated tradition for Queen’s students, for the ninth year in a row Principal Woolf and his wife spent the day handing out 1,800 cookies – a record number as the couple mark the final ‘Cookie Drop’ before Principal Woolf completes his second five-year term.

A small, delicious token perhaps, but the reactions of many students show that the snack and words of support are appreciated.

“Having been a Queen’s student myself, I know final exams can be a stressful time,” Principal Woolf says. “Nine years ago Julie and I decided to provide students at Queen’s libraries with a sweet snack and maybe provide that little bit of momentum as they near the end of the academic year.”

The cookies were sponsored by the Principal’s Office, and the Queen's Student Alumni Association helped bag all 1,800.

“I want to thank everyone who has helped Julie and me over the years,” Principal Woolf says. “We have enjoyed seeing all the smiles and the many conversations amongst the bookshelves at Queen’s libraries.”