San Bernardino Valley College

Date: May 01 2004
Major: Electrical Engineering (This Major's Salary over time)
When I entered SBVC, I had just finished a 4 year hitch with the U. S. Navy. I had intended to use my navy training as a basis for my life work (I had been an aviation electrican's mate). It was the aviation that held my fascination, far more than the electrical aspect. I truly enjoyed my college work at SBVC. I DID LEARN from each class that I had. It was after I had had worked for Varian Associates for 3 years that I became aware of my mistake. I had truly enjoyed my naval service and the level of responsiblity that I had earned. So it was in 1962 that I began to consider returning to the navy or going into law enforcement. I applied, was tested and accepted by the San Jose Police Department. This department required a minimum of 60 semister units with at least a C average to just apply. They encourged higher education beyond that level. I found myself adding much academic work to my resume. I have never regarded my education at SBVC. It was not wasted! I just wish I had done a little more inward reflection before I settled upon a major. College broaden my world. I retired in 1987 and I remain active and involved in history, police work and military collecting.