This final year in my Architectural Engineering degree has been a trying one, emotionally, physically, and mentally. I would like to take the time to thank those who have been a vital part of my success at Penn State.

 

First and foremost I would like to thank God, for giving me the capacity and ability to make it through this major.  Through every obstacle He has helped me seek my way through to be able to endure and appreciate them.

 

I would like to thank my parents, all four of them, Mom, Dad, Jacqui, and Blaise. These five years brought many trials and tribulations for all of us, but I am thankful for you and your dedication to my success. You all have helped shape me into the student and friend I have become today.

 

To my friends and family, thank you for your endless love and consistent check-ins throughout the years.  I will forever be grateful for my extended support system.

 

To my roommates who have been there every step of the way, I am excited to celebrate our successes (and show off our AE degrees).

 

To my amazing and wise teachers and professors, Dr. Kevin Houser, Dr. Richard Mistrick, Shawn Good, and Marie Mayotte for their unwaivering support and assistance. You have helped me build my LD/E toolbox and I will be forever indebted to you. 

 

Lastly, to my Lighting Design Mentors along the way, Lee Brandt, Aram Ebben, Alex Gorgone, Kate Sanoke, EXP LD Team, Emad Hassan, Michael Barber, thank you for always answering my questions, lending guidance and advice, and of course the laughs. I look forward to our journey into the future together!

 

Forever and always,

WE ARE!