2017 Wounded Warrior Project
Mr. Charles (Charlie) Young and Mr. Doug Able are veteran speakers and serving as mentors throughout the Sophomore Studio 3 Wounded Warrior project. During their interaction with the students they discussed both the physical and psychological issues related to designing for veterans: more specifically Vietnam veterans. The students were really engaged asking intelligent questions and giving the veteran's feedback from personal experiences with friends and family members.
Charles Young is a Staff Sergeant E6 who served in Vietnam War. He has 15 years of service to the military. He served 2 years in the 25th Infantry Division in Vietnam. Mr. Young is a member of 979 Chapter of Vietnam Veterans of America in Kingsport, Tennessee. He was recently showcased for this organization and frequently serves whenever needed.
Doug Able is a retired Captain who served in Vietnam War. He has 28 years of active duty, guard and reserve service in the military. Mr. Able is a graduate of the Infantry Officer Candidate School at Fort Benning in Columbus, Georgia. He has a Master’s degree in Human Development and Community College Education from Northern Arizona University in Flagstaff, Arizona and taught Human Development and Psychology for 25 years.
We appreciate their service to the students and to our country.