Dr. Craig McDonald has been a part of fulfilling King College student's academic dreams since 1982 when he began teaching English.
"It is very hard for me to view teaching as a job," Dr. McDonald said. "For me it is a way of life. It's inspiring to teach students to unlock the power of their words by giving the freedom to explore. The study of English, faith and literature raises the big questions of 'Who am I?' I enjoy offering opportunities in which students can explore such questions through class discussions and even beyond class. Students learn the most through exploration of themselves and what they belief, and at King College we strongly encourage just that."
His most recent endeavor is serving as the director of The Jack E. Snider Honors Center where he and other faculty members challenge students to learn to live as well as learn to think while interacting with other students of diverse interests. Participants will take selected courses that stimulate thinking and allow for creative response while engaging in special opportunities such as meeting with faculty members and outside guests who demonstrate a passionate commitment to the students. Other courses may allow honors students, for extra credit, to develop more extensive research projects.
"Students participating in the honors program will develop a disciplined, independent mind, able to raise provocative questions, make connections and examine critically unexamined assumptions," he said.
Another important aspect of Dr. McDonald's life is volunteering with Habitat for Humanity where he helps build homes for others.
"We tend to get caught up in the things around us," he said. "Sometimes we tend to focus on ourselves and what we need to get done. By volunteering for organizations such as Habitat for Humanity, we have the opportunity to give back."
