Welcome! Read this page to learn a little more about me.

My philosophy on the role of student services in a community college.

Student services play one of the largest roles in the community college system. These services should be committed to the philosophy of multiculturalism and should create mutual opportunities for exchange through cooperative planning and support for all services. In most cases, student services is the first impression of an academic institution for prospective students. It is important to make new students feel welcome during their first contact with the college. It could determine whether or not the student enrolls or chooses another college. Not only is the student’s first experience important, the two years or so a student is enrolled are also important to build student confidence. Students should have confidence in their advisors and that confidence should come from an advisor’s ability to provide accurate planning assistance. Student services should strive to be an example in image, demeanor, character, and communication. An advisor must be motivational and student oriented while encouraging the student’s academic, professional, cultural, and personal development. Each advisor should be able to help students in a timely manner while providing accurate advice. The ultimate goal, no matter how small or large our roles are in a student’s life might be, is to have him or her succeed.

My background

 

I grew up in Parkland, Washington where I have lived all of my life. I attended Tacoma Baptist Schools, a private school where I played Basketball and Baseball. I then went on to Pierce College where I earned my 2-year AAS Degree. I also played Baseball and Tennis at Pierce. Then it was off to Washington State University where I earned a Bachelor of Science in Physical Education and a minor in Health. I also earned a Washington State Teaching Certificate.  At City University I earned a Master of Education with Educational Technology as my emphasis.

During my last week of student teaching at Washington High School I was offered a job at Pierce College. I have been an employee at Pierce College since January 1995. I have taught many classes at including:

Study Skills 101, 104, 105, 106, 107.

Reading 45, 55, 75, 101, 102, 103.

ESL Reading 40, 50, & 70.

Math 42.

English 96.

ABE Reading, Math and English, and all 5 subjects of GED.

Job Skills Classes.

Education 111.

Buying & Selling on eBay class for Continuing Education.

I have coached High School Football, Baseball, and college Tennis.

I have several hobbies. Music, sports and investing.  I was the Tennis Coach/Advisor for the Pierce College Men's and Women's Tennis Club. We played matches against other community colleges each spring.

My 3 kids keep me busy! Brian (10), Austin (8) & Jessica (5) all attend Tacoma Baptist School (TBS).

I spent 14 years working at Fred Meyer doing everything from watering plants to management.

Music: I love to play music at wedding receptions and company parties. I have been a DJ and MC for hundreds of events since 1988 and also play music for wedding ceremonies, sporting events, and school dances.

I am also the voice of the Raiders. Come and hear me in action as I do the announcing and play music for both Volleyball and Men's & Women's Basketball.

Sports: I love Seattle Sports and Cougar Football. GO SEAHAWKS!

Investing: Some recent stocks I've bought. Apple, eBay, and Microsoft.

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