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John Wallace '78, '81 (MSE) and Ruth (Haltner) Wallace '77, '82 (MSE)
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| John and Ruth Wallace received UW-Eau Claire's Alumni Distinguished Achievement Award in 2006. |
Where and how did you meet at UW-Eau Claire? In Dr. Paul Nagel's "Principles of Elementary Education" class. Ruth was sitting in the top row next to a guy John thought was her partner. John took the vacant seat next to her anyway, a move he claims to be the best one of his life.
Was it a “love connection” at first? Oh, yes.
Is there a place on campus that is special for the two of you? The lab school (formerly Park Elementary and now called Campus School). Weeks after we met we began observing students together from the dark balcony. John recalls watching one youngster whom he thought could have passed for our son — so he had some intentions even then.
What is your fondest memory as a couple that connects you to UW-Eau Claire? Receiving the Alumni Distinguished Achievement Award in 2006.
How long have you been married? 30 years.
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