As a full-time faculty member in the Media Communications Department at Grossmont College since 1997, Dr. Evan Wirig has made exceptional contributions to his discipline through a career marked by innovation, leadership, and scholarly engagement. Known for his strong moral convictions, Evan upholds the highest ethical standards in both his personal and professional life. His integrity shines especially in difficult situations, where his commitment to doing what’s right sets a powerful example. 

Colleagues who have worked with him on committees consistently note his thoughtful insights and ability to consider multiple perspectives. He contributes more than ideas—he elevates dialogue through strategic thinking and a sincere drive to find ethical, effective solutions. Evan’s inquisitive nature leads him to ask tough questions and engage in meaningful discourse, always with respect and an eye toward progress. 

His unwavering work ethic and deep respect for students, staff, and faculty reflect his dedication to our shared mission.  Evan has extended the college’s impact into the broader community through meaningful service, outreach, and advocacy in his field. As department chair, he developed and maintained active relationships with area high schools, community advisory boards, and community organizations to create stronger pathways for students into higher education and media careers. His efforts included producing outreach materials, coordinating public-facing events like Career Days and Broadcast Boot Camps, and leading departmental presentations at local community functions—all aimed at connecting Grossmont’s mission to the surrounding region. 

Evan frequently represents Grossmont College at state and national conferences, where he presents topics such as guided pathways, student equity, and curriculum development. In these roles, he shared Grossmont’s innovative practices while also bringing back insights that directly benefited the college. 

His leadership in hosting and producing public events such as the San Diego Deaf Evening of Sign Performances and his long-time volunteer roles in civic and neighborhood organizations reflect a commitment to accessible communication and inclusive engagement. These efforts amplify the college’s values and presence in the community, positioning Evan as a bridge between campus and public life, and as a respected ambassador for Grossmont’s educational excellence. 

Evan has contributed to excellence at Grossmont through decades of dedicated leadership, service, and campus-wide engagement. As chair/co-chair of the MCOM department for over 18 years, he led curriculum reform, developed new outreach materials, coordinated industry partnerships, and mentored both full- and part-time faculty. His leadership extended to chairing the Council of Chairs and Coordinators twice, which positioned him to help shape long-term strategic goals and instructional planning across the college. 

Evan has also been an active and impactful member of numerous high-level committees, including Curriculum, Planning & Budget, Strategic Enrollment Management, Institutional Effectiveness, Equal Employment Opportunity, and Career Workforce Development, as well as Academic Senate. He chaired the Academic Rank Committee and co-chaired the Marketing and Recruitment Committee, showing a strong commitment to both governance and student recruitment. 

His work often bridges instructional and institutional needs, helping to coordinate events with other departments, administrators and student organizations such as Career Days, Transfer Expos, community blood drives, Student Club Fairs, graduation ceremonies, concerts and podcasts. Evan’s collaborative, solutions-oriented leadership style has helped foster a more inclusive and forward-thinking campus culture. His sustained commitment to Grossmont’s mission and his deep engagement beyond his assigned duties make him a standout contributor to the college’s ongoing success. 

His leadership within the BEA’s Two-Year/Small College Division, where he served as Division Chair, significantly increased membership and cross-institutional collaboration, earning recognition across academic and vocational sectors. He has also earned national recognition in faculty audio and multimedia production competitions and was awarded Grossmont College’s Outstanding Divisional Faculty Award and multiple Kudos Awards for excellence in teaching and service. 

In every role, Evan demonstrates what it means to be a distinguished faculty member: intellectually rigorous, ethically grounded, and genuinely committed to student success, Grossmont College and the East County community.