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Monday, July 29, 2013

Terry G. Wendt

University of Minnesota - B.Arch '86

What was the most important thing/skill/concept you learned at the School of Architecture?
Problem solving and design process.

Who made the most lasting impression (most influenced you) and why?
Dennis Grebner was one of the few faculty members that got what I stood for and recognized my potential. 

What is your favorite memory from your studio days?
Belonging to the brotherhood of architecture students slaving away at all hours of the day and night in studio and all the stress relieving hijinks we engaged in. We had more fun than students should be allowed to have...

Please identify one (or more) memorable design project that you worked on while a student at the School of Architecture.
My thesis project sure ranks high on the list.

Cite an example (be specific) that illustrates how you used the education you received at the School of Architecture to positively impact (or better) your community, city, nation or the world.
As an Engineer Officer in the US Army, I have supervised the construction of many projects in the eastern US, Panama, and Puerto Rico. I designed a stable at Ft Belvoir, VA, for the ceremonial horses used by the 3rd US Infantry, the Old Guard, during burials at Arlington. I oversaw construction of a Little League press box & refreshment stand in Chambersburg, PA. As the staff architect for WISDOT, I have planned and help design functional facilities from which DOT staff deliver services to the citizens of Wisconsin.



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