Dr. James W. Selgas

I´m not sure why, but I thought of Jim Selgas today, so I looked him up. Dr. Selgas is a treasured memory from time at HACC from the early 90´s...I was majoring in Psyche, so had multiple classes with him. He was a class act all the way. My condolences to his family.

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I was so sorry to read this about Dr. Selgas. I met him when I was a student at HACC in the early 90s. I had a miserable time at the 4 year college I attended before HACC. But Dr. Selgas and the other faculty of the honors program took me in and taught me how to learn again. He was a wonderful mentor and he helped me rebuild the confidence I needed to succeed. I recall checking in with him from time to time as I made progress in my career. I lost touch over time but never forgot him. I can...

Jim was a colleague and friend who was committed. He loved his family. He reached out and worked to help students and others in the community. He passionately promoted the growth and integrity of HACC. And he actively sought self improvement through travel and advanced learning. It meant the world to Jim to travel to Spain in his later years to study Spanish at the Universities of Madrid and Oviedo, and to locate relatives while there. Rarely was Jim ever at a loss for words or details,...

I am much saddened by Jim's passing. As an English prof, I was his colleague at HACC for more than 40 years. No one of us loved the College more than he did, and I was there at the meetings with the school boards when Jim spoke out passionately for HACC's need for their financial support. He was generous with his time and expertise with students, colleagues, and the community. His tireless championing of the 'Eagle Hotel Dinner Group' gave him a certain fame among retired hangers-out. He...

Dear Kathy, Beth and Family, We are so sorry for your loss. We are thinking of all of you and keeping you in our prayers. Sincerely, Lisa &. Patrick Bradley

Dear Tim, Debbie and I are so sorry for the loss of your father. We know how much you loved him and how hard this is on you and your family. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Bill & Debbie

Uncle Jim - my surrogate father - we had many wonderful times together and you will be sorely missed. I loved you so much and will miss our frequent discussions and FaceTime meetings. You were a wonderful man who cared so much for others. Again you'll be sorely missed.