Architecture student breaks Walk on Water record


College of Architecture + the Arts Professor Jaime Canaves asked his students take on a challenging task on Nov. 8 – to walk on water.

Alex Quinonez and his project partner, Esther Monterrey, not only walked on water, but crossed the lake behind the Green Library in one minute and three seconds, a record time.  

The annual event, which called for students to create shoes that allowed them to cross the lake is part of Jaime Canaves’ materials and methods of construction class.   

The winner received a cash prize of $500 as well as an A. Those who overcame the odds and made it across the lake also received an A. The event was open to all students.