Kathy Pollock

Faculty

Faculty

MY BACKGROUND

Hometown: Troy, MI

Professional Experience:

• 2006–Present: Muskegon Community College – Full-Time Life Science Instructor
• 2005–2006: Grand Valley State University – Adjunct Biology Professor
• 1992–2005: Chelsea High School – Science & Math Teacher

Academic Degrees:

• Bachelor of Science, Oakland University, Rochester, MI
• Master of Science, Michigan State University, Lansing, MI
• Master of Educational Technology, Michigan State University, Lansing, MI

Classes Taught:

• Introductory Biology I (BIOL 113)
• General Biology (BIOL 130)

Why I chose to teach at MCC:
Community colleges are a great value for students. I like the community/family atmosphere and small class sizes at MCC. At MCC, I am able to make personal connections with students and serve as a mentor. We have state-of-the-art science facilities, including biotechnology equipment, high-quality microscopes, and wireless probes for precise data collection and analysis. As a nature enthusiast, the campus of MCC, with its natural setting and designated Nature Trail, is a huge bonus.

MORE ABOUT ME

• I enjoy interacting with students and figuring out how to take a complex concept and break it down for easier understanding.
• Family is extremely important to me. I cherish spending time together, whether during holiday gatherings or sharing the little things of everyday life.
• Besides teaching, my other passions are graphic design and photography, taking hikes, and playing frisbee catch with my dog.
• I believe in sustainable living. I try to contribute to local sustainability by growing fresh vegetables and donating them to local food pantries.
• My passion for exploring the great outdoors extends to the underground…I like to go caving.