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The instructors of Collin College's Continuing Education program bring extensive professional knowledge and passion to the classroom.
These Instructor Spotlights will share background information on Continuing Education's finest educators. Their professional insight and training translate to unrivaled educational value and expertise.
Fall 2009
I was created to teach. I am the happiest person on the planet when I am in the classroom, and I see the smiles of my students, and the gleam in their eyes of a new subject mastered.
Fall 2009
I love showing my students how to achieve their own personal style of design. There is nothing like helping students get that wow’ factor.
Fall 2009
Being able to share your knowledge with a student who is just learning is an amazing experience. I love seeing the sense of accomplishment and the look on the students’ faces when they truly ‘get it’.
Spring 2009
I am inspired to teach the subject of Interior Design not only because I love the subject, but I am inspired to instruct students on good design principles for their home and to spark their interest in furthering their education in this subject.
Spring 2009
There’s a certain amount of credibility that an instructor commands when you, the student, realize that he or she is going to give you more than what’s in the textbook or lecture notes.
Spring 2009
Through the written or spoken word, being able to clearly and concisely tell others what's on your mind, or, maybe, why you should buy your product over the competition's, is extremely important.
Spring 2009
The elements of passion and experience fuel Marilyn Keenan-Milligan’s instruction with Collin College’s Continuing Education department.
Spring 2009
Continuing education has tremendous value to the community by providing an opportunity and a transforming environment to develop each students’ potential. It offers a community of kindred spirits who have come together with a common goal and who often choose to move forward together.
Spring 2009
After 30 years working as a nurse, Joyce Summers has seen and experienced a lot in the field of healthcare.
Spring 2009
Students want instructor-led training. If they didn't then they’d simply go to a bookstore, and read up on what they want to know. Students want to ask questions, they want to interact with someone who knows the topic they want to learn. Books, online videos and DVDs are one-sided conversations.
Spring 2008
There’s no better person to teach Microsoft Office Suite than someone that actually worked for Microsoft.
Spring 2008
Dr. Ron Day has more than 30 years of experience in information technology. His expertise ranges from multimedia, web development, artificial intelligence and more.
Spring 2008
Just the idea of sharing information, my experiences and training with students that are anticipating learning something new for them is exciting, and gives me inspiration to continue to teach.
Spring 2008
Alastair Hunte brings real-world experience and knowledge into Collin College classrooms.
Spring 2008
"I'm here to make sure everyone gets that "Oh that's how you do it" moment," Salvador said.
Spring 2008
Anyone can purchase a camera. But it’s professionals like Terry Wier that teach that person how to use it.