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In Memory TERJE JACOBSEN (IH 1946-48) A young non-military member of the Norwegian underground during the Second World War, Terje bravely served as a messenger before he and his mother fled to neutral Sweden when discovered by German Counterintelligence. He was later flown on an unarmed American B-17 to England to attend flight school, but opted to contribute working in intelligence as the war wound down. He was a member of the Norwegian Advanced Party of officers landing in Norway on May 8, 1945. In a holiday greeting from 2006, Terje wrote, "Living at I-House was one of the most rewarding experiences of my life. I learned to respect diversity, and found we could live together in harmony, in spite of different racial, religious, and ethnic background." When visiting Berkeley, Terje said, "I do not feel abroad when I come to Berkeley, I feel at home." Terje passed away March 13, 2013 and is remembered fondly by alumni from his era all around the world. 18 International House Times David Davis November 3, 2012 With a master's degree in health education from UC Berkeley, she worked as a community organizer and health educator with the American Tuberculosis Association, and several county health departments. Dorothy and her husband Vernon Bengal shared a lifelong love of music, nature, the arts, politics, travel, family and friends. Born in Norway, Terje Jacobsen, a beloved resident from the "Golden Age" post-WWII era of International House, completed his bachelor's degree in architecture from UC Berkeley in 1951 and returned to Norway where he worked as an architect for 44 years. 1950s Alumni Dorothy (Worose) Bengal January 28, 2013 A 2003 photo of Terje Jacobsen taken during a visit to Norway by E.D. Emeritus Joe Lurie. 1940s Alumni A lifelong public servant and Democrat, Davis' proudest achievements were improving relations with Logan's neighbors and opening opportunities to women and minorities. He was also a loving husband of Niki Janus, and an adoring father and grandfather. Joan (Ponsford) Hildebrant October 2, 2012 At UC Berkeley, she received both her bachelor's degree in journalism and her master's degree in political science. While at I-House, Joan met her husband George Crozer Hildebrant. She devoted herself to creating a close-knit family and a wonderful home. She was a loving, inventive, and compassionate wife, mother, writer, and teacher. Albert Hirschman December 10, 2012 A renowned social scientist, Albert was Professor Emeritus in the School of Social Science at the Institute for Advanced Study, where he had served on the Faculty since 1974. William Knox July 7, 2013 An emeritus professor of physics at UC Davis, William was a witty and generous polymath. He attended UC Berkeley, and while still an undergraduate in chemistry, was selected by Glenn Seaborg (IH notable alum) to become a member of the secret Manhattan Project team tasked with creating the atomic bomb. After the war, Knox received his PhD in physics from UC Berkeley, worked at the Atomic Energy Commission, taught physics at Yale, and then moved to UC Davis in 1960. Knox met his wife, Barbara Knox, and many of his lifelong friends, while living at International House, Berkeley; many friends happily remember him bouncing up and down the I-House steps on a pogo stick, while wearing a beanie cap with a propeller. Simply unforgettable. Bayard Rankin December 23, 2012 After receiving his Ph.D. from Berkeley in the field of probability, he taught at MIT and Case Institute, and was one of the editors for the Encyclopedia Britannica. Beyond writing several articles for the Encyclopedia, he is the original inventor of six United States patents, including one for Random Number Generator. 1960s Alumni Hartmut Scheele December 2012 In 1964, Hartmut came to Berkeley for his LL.M. While at I-House, he dazzled everyone with his piano playing at Sunday Suppers. During a long career in public service, he represented the German Government at the UN, and was Head, Division of Trade Relations with Non-Member Countries at the OECD. He is remembered by his I-House friends as a cultured, multilingual bohemian who would fly all over Europe to attend symphonies and operas. 1970s Alumni Elfi (Zanker) Tarazona June 3, 2013 In 1963, Elfi immigrated to the United States and settled in the Bay Area. After working for several years as a secretary for various companies including Philippine Airlines, she decided to go to college. She transferred from City College of San Francisco to UC Berkeley. At Berkeley she got a bachelor's degree in Anthropology and later a Masters in Public Health. While attending Cal, she lived at International House where she met her future husband Hugo Tarazona. After graduating from Cal she worked for the Kaiser Permanente Division of Research until her retirement. Elfi loved nature, the outdoors, and especially gardens and gardening. The UC Botanical Garden was one of her favorite places. She volunteered to become a Docent at the Garden and served in that capacity for over 10 years. After a gracious and courageous 2-year struggle with ALS, Elfi passed away peacefully at her home on June 3, 2013 with her beloved husband at her side. Friends Derek Covert (March 29, 2013) Upon graduating law school in 1981, Derek headed west to San Francisco. In 1987, he was recruited by his major client, Dignity Health, where he worked as General Counsel. In 1989, Derek met and married Mary Connick, and their children became the highlight of his life.

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