As some of you may know, last spring, I interviewed for a full-time teaching position at El Camino College in Torrance, California. And though I did not get that job, my interview presented another development.
I just finished signing paperwork with Human Resources at ECC; so in addition to teaching at Fullerton College this fall, I will also rejoin the English Department at El Camino College. (I originally taught at ECC in 2008, five years ago!)
It is with sadness that I will be leaving West Coast University, where I have been teaching English as an Assistant Professor for the past five-and-a-half years. It’s crazy how time flies! I will miss the many dedicated and hardworking students I’ve come to know through the years.
No matter where life may take you, remember to always write your heart out!
Photo credit: El Camino College
July 30, 2013
Congratulations, Professor Shiroma!
July 30, 2013
Thank you, Mindy!
July 30, 2013
That is wonderful news! I knew that you would find another place to reach out to students!
July 30, 2013
Thanks, Edwin! When I got the Dean of Humanities called to tell me I didn’t get the full-time position, I let him know I would still be very interested in teaching there, even as an adjunct. I will be teaching two English-103-equivalent classes in the fall.
July 30, 2013
Wishing you nothing but the best! Great picture of ECC, too. How lucky for the students at ECC! A move in the right direction for you! Good luck in your new endeavors!
July 30, 2013
Thank you, Chiye!
July 30, 2013
We’ll miss you at WCU, but they’ll love you at ElCo! Congrats!
July 30, 2013
Thanks, Steve! I will have two final potlucks on Monday, one at 12:30 p.m. and 6 p.m. You’re welcome to join us and help yourself to a plate of delicious food if you’re on campus!
July 30, 2013
I’m sure you will be an asset to their staff, bringing your skills, experience and dedication. Good luck in your new endeavor!
July 30, 2013
Thank you, Glennsby, old sport! I have over fifty texts that have been approved for ECC’s English 1C. I’ll be sure to pick a good one my students can find for less.
July 30, 2013
Congratulations!! 🙂 I’m excited for you for your new adventure ahead.
July 30, 2013
Thank you! I hope I made “the right choix”!
July 30, 2013
Congratulations! You will be missed!
July 30, 2013
Thank you, Charity! I’ll still be around for the next two weeks, though. 🙂