Meet Outstanding Master小蝌蚪APP檚 in Architecture Graduate Ian Naquin
Ian Naquin received his Master of Architecture degree at the Graduate School Commencement ceremony on Saturday, where he was recognized as a Spring 2021 Alumni Association Outstanding Master小蝌蚪APP檚 Graduate.
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小蝌蚪APP淚 have learned that his combination of commitment, perseverance, and creativity will certainly make him an excellent asset to humanity, a proud alumnus of UL Lafayette, and create a real impact on the architectural community at large,小蝌蚪APP she says.
Ian looks forward to furthering his career at an architectural firm where he can put his skills and abilities into practice.