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A Bit of Thanks

“Gratitude can transform common days into thanksgivings, turn routine jobs into joy, and change ordinary opportunities into blessings.”

– William Arthur Ward

At this time our forefathers created and that we know as Thanksgiving, I am reminded that coming to this campus creates joy for me every day. Here is a list of a few things for which I have felt gratitude recently.

  • The opportunity that one of our housekeepers, two of our police officers, a shuttle bus driver and I had on Wednesday evening to help a tearful, distraught student who had lost her keys; the keys were found, and the tears became tears of joy.
  • The chance to be at a Java (with Jackie) session with a group of faculty and staff where we had fun and talked seriously about why we are here.
  • Being at a Java session with students to learn what they love about NVC and what we can do to improve.
  • Walking across campus and encountering friendly faces of faculty and staff who are passionate about serving students.
  • Seeing individuals and groups exhibiting a can-do spirit, be it in the classroom, advising, taking care of our campus, creating a powerful learning experience, or helping a student in distress.
  • Encountering the spirit of giving during the Alamo Colleges Employee Giving Campaign and beyond.
  • Being able to have holidays to refresh, renew and spend time with family and friends.

I feel blessed to know each and every one of you, and I am grateful to get to be here with you. Thank you for all you do to make this college a place of learning and caring. Happy Thanksgiving!

 

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