How long have you been enrolled in the SMC Emeritus program?
I'm a professor with Emeritus College.
What was your occupation prior to retirement?
Still hanging on for 34 years now!
What was your highest level of education?
Earned College Bachelor Degree or higher
What is the top reasons you value the SMC Emeritus Program?
It has defined my life, it is my love & career!
Pearls of Wisdom: What advice would you give your 18-year-old self?
Relax Freddie, in about 12 years you'll be a happy instructor of Art with Emeritus College, looking forward to being around terrific students & faculty for many years and counting!!!
How would your advice to your 50-year-old self differ?
Not one bit!
What are some of your biggest accomplishments in life?
Being hired by Emeritus College, and still being able to be a part of it, and enjoying it with my wonderful students.
The SMC Emeritus Program has helped me as a lifelong learner because who could not help but gain endless knowledge and wisdom from my students, who have already lived such rich lives!
The best part about being an SMC Emeritus student is the best part of being an Emeritus College professor is being with so many truly kind and wonderful students and faculty through the years, which has endlessly enriched my life, many of whom I have befriended.