Alumni Spotlight: Darcy Fagerwold

 

October 24, 2023

 

What was your area of study? 

Dance 

What year did you graduate? 

From 1993-1995, then I was out of the country serving as a missionary for a few years, I returned in 1998, with a wedding and later a baby, I think it was 2000 when I completed my associate degree. 

Tell us a little about yourself. 

I am San Diego native and have lived in East County my whole life. My husband, Steve, and I have been married for 26 years and are the parents of three awesome kids, Shaylin (‘24), Luke (‘21), and Ella (‘18). I own Expressions Dance & Movement Center in Santee. I serve on the Board of Directors for the Santee Chamber of Commerce. 

What person, course, or experience most influenced you while at Grossmont College?  

Without a doubt, Kathy Meyer. Her leadership, expertise, mentorship, and example helped me become the dance educator I am today. The team she led during that time was also extremely influential in my life. I will never forget the things I learned from LaBelle Edmiston, Marta Jiacoletti, and Colleen Shipkowski. 

What are some of your favorite memories? 

Performing in the faculty concerts at the Magnolia (then ECPAC) and being given the opportunity to present my own work as well. 

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