Lloyd Kitazono

Interview Outline

00:45 When you started, what courses did you teach?
01:40 Who taught the oceanography courses before you arrived?
03:06 What was your educational background?
03:54 Do you remember your interview process at CMA?
05:34 Had Cal Maritime already transitioned to a four-year program when you started in 1978?
06:02 When did the school expand to more majors, beyond deck and engine?
06:58 When you were first hired, was it a permanent position?
07:25 How long was it before you became a full-time professor?
08:07 At the time, did you have any idea you would be here for 35 years?
08:35 What were your impressions of the cadets when you first came here?
09:51 What influence did the Corps of Cadets have on students?
12:18 Did the courses you taught change as the years went by?
13:46 Did you see any changes at the Academy during your first 10-15 years here?
18:28 What do you remember about the process for the Academy to join the CSU?
20:09 When Cal Maritime joined the CSU, how many majors were there?
21:23 What are some of the good memories that you have during the 35 years that you were here?
25:34 After California Maritime Academy became part of the CSU, what changes did you see?
28:20 In addition to serving on the disciplinary board when you first started, what other committees have you been on at Cal Maritime over the years?
32:36 Did you take any international trips with your students or workshops abroad?
35:13 Is there anything else you'd like to mention about the 35 years that you were here?
36:53 Since you retired earlier this year, what are your plans for the future?