LAKIN TERRY

structural designer

WHERE DID YOU GO TO SCHOOL?
Calhoun Community College, University of Alabama in Huntsville

WHO OR WHAT INSPIRED YOU TO GO INTO ENGINEERING?
Mr. Reynolds, my high school design teacher. When I was younger I wanted to be an artist and create things from my imagination. Because of his guidance I not only get to create aesthetic plans, but I get to see things I’ve drawn constructed into real life.

WHAT IS YOUR FAVORITE PLACE IN KNOXVILLE? WHY? 
Suttree’s High Gravity Tavern, they have free pinball on Wednesdays!

WHAT IS YOUR FAVORITE BOOK OR MOVIE?
The Ranger’s Apprentice

IF YOU COULD HAVE LUNCH WITH ANY ONE PERSON, WHO WOULD IT BE AND WHY?
My late mom; I would love tell her about my husband and share my accomplishments with her.

WHAT’S ON YOUR “BUCKET LIST?”
Kayak in the Grand Canyon

Travel to Japan to experience new foods and culture.

WHAT DO YOU LIKE TO DO FOR FUN?
Playing video games or boardgames with friends. Hanging out with my dogs.

WHAT ARE YOU PASSIONATE ABOUT?
Homemaking – I want to create a warm and inviting space for family and friends to gather in fellowship.

IF YOU COULD ONLY EAT ONE MEAL FOR THE REST OF YOUR LIFE, WHAT WOULD IT BE?
Shrimp tempura poke bowl, miso soup, spring roll

WHAT THREE WORDS BEST DESCRIBE YOU?
Creative, Empathetic, Competitive