I wanted to thank you all for a wonderful semester. I enjoyed having you all in my classes and I have to say you all put up with my craziness rather well. :) I hope that throughout the semester, I was able to show you how important writing and communicating well are, but more than that: I hope you all never stop learning. Learning is a process that happens with everything we do. We begin learning through play as children and later move on to more formalized learning, but it doesn't stop at school. We learn in our everyday lives, in our interactions with others, and in our traveling through daily routine. In our jobs, with our friends - we learn. Even when we're old and gray (cliche, yes, I know), we are still learning. Heck, I am constantly learning new things from you guys! So I challenge you to never stop learning because it will make you a better person.
College is an experience that is meant to enrich us; take advantage of that. Start what you finish and never give up. You will be stronger for that. Today's quote of the day is perfect: "Success is a journey, not a destination" (Ben Sweetland). Success also takes many faces, so don't settle for a simple explanation. Aim for success in every aspect of your lives, and remember that success is more than just money, fame or recognition.
I was honored to have you all in my classes and I wish you the very best. I hope you will continue to stay in touch, either via email or this blog. If you plan on keeping your blogs, let me know. I can "follow" you that way. One of the most rewarding parts of teaching is seeing students of mine graduate and continue, succeeding in both their personal and professional lives.
So good-bye, farewell, and in words from Shakespeare's Romeo & Juliet: parting is such sweet sorrow.
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10 months ago
After so many years, I had the opportunity to go back to college. Believe me I was not an easy decision. English as you know is not my native language and this made the process even harder.I never thought that I would sit in a classroom and write an essay in English. I want to thank you because you made my journey a lot easier. Yes, you are right "we learn. Even when we're old and gray" (Hey, I put it in quotations) and who said that being old and gray was an impediment. On the contrary, it is a blessing because you learn to appreciate each and every moment with wisdom and joy.
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Elena
It has been a pleasure being in your class. Very inspirational blog. I have learned to like blogging..(thanks to you!). Very ironic because I was actually against it at first. But it was an honor thanks for everything. Knowledge is power!
ReplyDeleteThank you for allowing me to express myself. Your class makes me want to write, about, well just about anything.
ReplyDeleteYour class allows students to challenge themselves and at the same time learn valuable lessons that you cannot find in a textbook. :]
Thank you.
It has been a pleasure being in your class! You are a very personable teacher and your personality made the class enjoyable. I enjoy blogging and will continue to do so. Thanks for being such a great teacher. :) Hope you have a great summer and best wishes for your family
ReplyDeleteI miss your class! :(
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