Please forward this to Don Turney if you decide not to publish it in the paper. I want him to know that he has been an inspiration to me.(873-9055)
On my wall hangs a slip of paper from a calendar that has pulled me through many obstacles this past year. It reads,”In almo9st every situation there are people who get it and people who don’t” Those who get it are enjoying the fruits of their knowledge, those who don’t are looking puzzled, frustrated, and doing without.”
Don Turney is one of those people who gets it! He is an excellent instructor, an encouraging counselor, and a loyal friend. He is a role model, a leader, and a dedicated person.
I know this because I once was in his Psych. 1A class. He taught about the mind and behavior of people, wiile opening our minds to believe in ourselves, encouraging us to always as questions, and to keep reaching for our goals. He can capture your attention with his stories that were filled with interesting, humorous, and sometimes sad infromation. he was always energetic, comical, and positive. I have yet to find an instructor/counselor like him.
After reading the letters to the editor about Don turney, I knew I also needed to speak out. there are only a few people who are true instructors/counselors that can and do take the time to reach out to help anyone. It would be a real shame to let him go when he has been an inspiration to so many students. Thank you, Laurie Lopez