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Artist • Designer + Educator 814 S. Earlham, Orange, CA 92869 ® 714-288-9441-h genej@me.com " 714-337-4363-c Portfolio: www.studlogene.com Gene's influence as a professor at the University of Redlands has held with me years after graduating. Anxious to be in his mayterm class not once, but twice, his outlook as a creative was inspiring to me, while trying to find myself as a designer. Gene's approach to "being an artist" led many of us to continue to seek him for advice and trust him based on his experience. His perspectives were fresh and he could relate to us. My peers and I always hoped for other design classes offered by Gene, but we were too late and graduated soon after. 1 believe my peers and 1 would agree - Gene is a great professor. Because of him, I am still "being" an artist. Jenna Tempkin, Web Content Developer at Solar Gard, University of Redlands, 2010 It will be hard to write a recommendation that does full justice to Gene Jimenez as a professor in this small field, however/ will do my best... I was fortunate enough to take two classes from Gene during my time at the University of Redlands. Gene's passion for whichever subject he is teaching, and the depth to which he engages students and asks them to challenge themselves and truly learn, stands far above any other professor 1 have had in all of my years of schooling. His approach to education - a very student -centered experience that asks both maturity and enthusiasm to explore and learn from each individuals' own perspective - creates an atmosphere that fosters not only a valuable learning experience of the class subject area, but an invaluable learning experience of oneself. He asks students to reflect what he teaches, and not only engage, but absorb and process. These are methods that remain with students and continue to inspire, long after they have graduated. Gene brings positive energy and his expertise - in art, in life, in people - to every class, and his students leave each encounter with bits and pieces of that energy and expertise as sparks of inspiration. These do not stand alone, however, but Gene teaches students to enmesh what they have learned within their own webs of life and apply them to their individual experiences and vocations. His approach to teaching is exceptional and unparalleled. My only reservation having Gene as a professor at the University of Redlands was the fact that he was only an adjunct. There are countless students who could benefit from his brilliance and genuine approach to teaching. More time with Gene in a classroom means more goodness and thoughtfulness in this world. What more could education ask for? Rena Satre Meloy, University of Redlands, 2009 Gene is an excellent professor who's teaching goes beyond artistic skill and technique, and into the vitally important philosophical foundation of being a career artist. Gene's teaching and continued support have been --and continue to be --a valuable asset both professionally and personally. Angelico Tolentico, graphic designer and photographer, , University of Redlands, 2011