What Students Have to Say about Design Economics and Real Estate and Development
- Testimonial from Steve Akers, B.A., B.Arch., October 2002.
Bruce,
I just wanted to thank you for the teaching and overhauling of the two courses you taught in the School of Architecture. They made an incredible difference in my education. I have now moved across the country to Vancouver and have set up shop downtown working for Turecki Architects as an intern. Here the system is more encouraging to the write exams much earlier than 3-5 years. The company offers to pay for all courses, exams, and encourages participation and a 'foot in the door' opportunity to the AIBC board.
I was separated from other graduates for this position, due to my experience of owning and managing a landscape design business in the summer during University. Thanks to a little guidance and some gripping lectures, I now have the opportunity to reach my goals faster.
Thanks again Bruce,
- Testimonial from Chris Dziwinski: B. Arch. Graduate, Carleton University, 2001.
I have had the considerable pleasure of having Bruce Firestone as my thesis advisor as well as my professor in the classes entitled "Real-estate & Development" and "Design Economics". Bruce has an uncanny ability to motivate students in a way which I have seldom seen at the university level. His dedication to his students and their education, was a large part of the reason why I chose him to be one of my thesis advisors for two consecutive semesters. His open mindedness is a trait which is lacking in some cases and his genuine interest in his student's work is also relatively unique. Apart from the knowledge which he allocates to his students, Dr. Firestone teaches one how to be professional and confident and in my opinion, this is a skill which no other professor has attempted to develop in their students. Bruce has much to offer that is unique and it was a pleasure having him as my professor.