Rose Dirks

Rose Dirks

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    How long have you been enrolled in the SMC Emeritus program?

    20 years

    What was your occupation prior to retirement?

    Teacher

    What was your highest level of education?

    Earned College Bachelor Degree or higher.

    What are the top three reasons why you value the SMC Emeritus Program?

    1. Education
    2. Joy of meeting people
    3. Creativity

    Pearls of Wisdom: What advice would you give your 18-year-old self?

    Education is for life.

    What are some of your biggest accomplishments in life?

    • Wife
    • Raising children
    • Teacher
    • Swimming in competition from Venice Pier to Santa Monica Pier


    The SMC Emeritus Program has helped me be a lifelong learner and a well rounded human being.

    The best part about being an SMC Emeritus student is that it helps me experience the joy of learning and to meet other people.