2008 Woodie Awards
De Sanctis Says Farewell Today
Valley's Naturalist is retiring from her position but not from the campus.
Tiffany Farmakis
Issue date: 3/16/05 Section: News
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"People know me around here for wearing binoculars and watching the birds and butterflies," said De Sanctis, a naturalist and avid bird watcher since 1991. "This campus is fabulous for bird watching. I've identified over 30 different species of birds here."
Jeanne Rubin, executive assistant to the president, has always admired De Sanctis' patience in her job and her love of observing the wild life on campus.
"I've seen her standing on the lawn of the administration building with butterflies perched on her hand," said Rubin. "It's amazing that she really has the patience to stand so still."
De Sanctis' not only enjoyed her leisure time on campus but treasured her time working with the 650 faculty members at Valley.
"My experiences at the college have been absolutely wonderful," said De Sanctis. "I've become very close with the faculty and staff. It's really a home away from home."
De Sanctis admits she will miss Valley, but according to Rubin, the college will miss her much more.
"She's an exceptional employee, unfailingly professional and thorough," said Rubin. "We're really going to miss her and the butterflies."
To celebrate De Sanctis' departure, a luncheon will be held from noon to 2 p.m. in the fireside room on Wednesday, March 30.
Those interested in attending can contact Veronica Mosqueda at admissions and records to RSVP by March 18. $12 is requested to cover costs of the luncheon.
"It's time for me to move on and spend some quality time with my grandchildren and husband," said De Sanctis. "But I'll come back to the campus every Saturday with my binoculars."
