Using her passion for fitness training and her commitment to Glendale Community College, Erin Calderone, assistant professor of kinesiology, creates opportunities for students, faculty and staff to remain engaged and physically active during a time of uncertainty and social distancing.

“As I have gotten to know GCC over the years, I have realized just how lucky I am to be a part of the family,”

Erin Calderone
Assistant Professor of Kinesiology

As co-coordinator of the Glendale Community College employee wellness program, Erin supports sports health and wellness by moving in-person fitness workshops to live and pre-recorded Zoom sessions, also made available to alumni and the public.

“It is a privilege to teach such an energized bunch of diverse students - I really feel like I’m a part of something special when I go to work,” said Erin. Working to bring engaging kinesiology courses to students remotely, Erin records videos, designs written workouts, and creates live, interactive exercise demonstrations via Zoom in lieu of hands- on learning. Her students, ranging in age from teens to over 60 of all different backgrounds and fitness experiences have one commonality; the goal to help others improve their health and fitness.

Reflecting on her time at GCC and temporary time away from campus, Erin stresses the importance of connecting with others and remaining hopeful during this time of isolation. “As I have gotten to know GCC over the years, I have realized just how lucky I am to be a part of the family,” Erin states. “I miss being on campus and hearing about all of the wonderful things staff and faculty are doing both on campus and in the community. My colleagues are some of my best friends; their passion for their craft and their students is inspiring and the heart of GCC will always be about helping our students discover who they are and how much potential they truly have.”