Yesterday was what is called Institutional Flex Day at Santa Monica College. The campus is closed to students because campus administrators, faculty and classified staff spend the day together.
Dr. Jeffery, our college president, spoke on equity and seemed near tears when speaking about hate crimes. Nate Donahue, our academic senate president, spoke on LBGTQ+ issues passionately.
I stood behind our Faculty Association table proudly thinking… I’m connected with both of these campus leaders, AND a multitude of people at SMC. Truly blessed with many as friends and colleagues.
All day long I smiled, waved, shook hands with these fine colleagues….and touched shoulders and hugged affectionately my closest friends.
It’s 5:57am the day after as I write this blog. Fighting back tears as I reflect on an incredible part of my life I never want to take for granted.