Collaborating on Creative Culture

In my short time here at the College of Architecture, what I have come to realize is that we are family. We lift each other up, cheer each other on and celebrate our collective success. The content we teach, learn, design and plan is vital to the future of society and human “thrival.” Simply put, humanity needs us to succeed! If you see something that inspires you, let the designer or planner know their work is valued and important. If your friend or colleague is recognized for excellence, share well wishes, and if they are struggling, share some encouragement. Families also hold one another accountable, and this is an essential part of collaborating for a welcoming, creative culture. If you see something amiss, say something. If you are not sure whom to talk with, start with the college advising team or a trusted friend or colleague. If you see someone in need, and you can help, offer your support. Let us continue to work together to make our college the dynamic, diverse, welcoming, innovative and inspiring place it deserves to be, so we can be who our community needs us to be! Make it a great week!

Kevin G. Van Den Wymelenberg

Spring Registration

Monday, January 30 is the last day to add a course to the spring semester.

Monday, January 30 is also the last day to drop a full semester course and receive 100% refund.

Friday, February 3 is the last day to drop a full semester course and receive 75% refund.

College Scholarship Applications DUE February 1

Applications for College of Architecture scholarships are due February 1. 

For more information about scholarship applications click on this link here.

Fall Semester Study Abroad: London

Applications for studying abroad in London for fall 2023 are due February 15. Apply here.

Summer Study Abroad: Paris

Applications for studying abroad in Paris this summer are due February 15. Apply here.

Summer Study Abroad: Barcelona

Applications for studying abroad in Barcelona this summer are due February 1. Apply here. 

Advising

You can schedule an advising appointment with your advisor directly by clicking on your advisor’s direct link below.

Leslie Gonzalez - click here.

Stephanie Kuenning - click here.

As a reminder, Jaime Mastera will be on maternity leave until mid-April. Please schedule a time to meet with Leslie or Stephanie for advising if Jaime is your assigned advisor.

-Stephanie Kuenning

BUILDING NEWS

The Dean's Office is looking for Career Fair volunteers for set up on Feb. 22. If interested, contact Kathy Bateman at kbateman3@unl.edu.

MEDIA CENTER & SHOP CORNER

The hours for the spring 2023 semester for the Media Center will be 8 am to 8 pm Monday through Friday and 1 pm to 5 pm Sundays. For the Architecture Shop, the hours will be 10 am to 8 pm Monday through Friday and 1 pm to 5 pm Sundays. 



-Matt Bukrey

CONSTRUCTION NEWS

Construction is still progressing even given the freezing temperatures. Last week, the first level floor slab was removed along with the interior of the stack’s basement. During this time, you may have noticed the cold temperatures downstairs around the Print Shop. Because of the temporary foam board insulation covering the stack's original entry doors, the outside air is infiltrating. 

Looking at site grading, in order to move the excavator down to the basement level for this slab and interior demolition, soil compaction levels were monitored when removing dirt to create a ramp. Because of the cold temperatures, at times soil compaction levels were acceptable while moisture levels were not, hence the rogue water hose, and vice versa. 

As mentioned in last week's update, asbestos-lined utility tunnels have been treated and since removed. Also, you will begin to see demolition to the basement floor slab to make way for the helical piles. Once the structure is in place, a new floor slab can be poured and the site will be backfilled back up to grade. 

Within the building, final punch list items from phase one (the library renovation and Arch Hall East studio additions) are being completed. ARCH 127, the lecture hall, is now cleaned out and being 3D scanned for accurate measurements of the semicircle landings and openings on the north side, the entrance from the new lobby. 

- Luryn Hendrickson

LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTURE

Everyone was treated to a somber assessment of the challenges facing human civilization in Martha Schwartz E.N. Thompson presentation at the Lied Center last week. While this information should not be news to any of you, it was certainly a timely reminder. While this may have left you a little depressed and dismayed, the part I would like you to focus on is the important role the profession of landscape architecture must play in addressing the challenges presented by global warming. As nature agents in the design community, landscape architects are the ones best suited to employ nature as a regeneration partner in rolling back the dismal trajectory described in her presentation. In this time where ‘nature’ is presenting so many challenges to human settlement, it is easy to start thinking about it as the enemy. In fact, it is the actions of humanity that have created these conditions. More-

COMMUNITY AND REGIONAL PLANNING

The Community and Regional Planning students and faculty members just finished the report entitled “Food System Planning for Southeast Nebraska.” This report details the research and planning recommendations for the food systems in the Southeast Nebraska region.

The students analyzed the demographic, socioeconomic and business conditions in Southeast Nebraska and identified the food market gaps and food deserts. The research report particularly addressed the equity issues affecting food supply and consumer demand and food access concerns. A series of key recommendations for addressing these issues and concerns were offered for policymakers, planners and practitioners with stakes in the regional food system. Nine students in the Planning Methods and Analysis participated in this research project. The research project was led by Assistant Professor Abigail Cochran collaborating with Yunwoo Nam and me. The Southeast Nebraska Development District and New Venture Advisors LLC provided valuable guidance, constructive suggestions and technical support for this project.

-Zhenghong Tang 

STUDENT NEWS

Five students from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln’s College of Architecture have been honored with awards from the Society of American Registered Architects (SARA), National Design Awards 2022 program.

SARA recognized architecture students Caroline Goertz, Logan Dolezal and Trey Erwin with an Award of Honor for their project “Retreat.” This project originated from Jeremy Reding’s spring 2022, ARCH511 studio. Rebecca Virgl and Keleigh Ketelhut were also honored with a Merit Award for their project “UNL Water Toxicology and Meteorology Research Station,” which was designed in Brian Kelly’s ARCH511i studio.

FACULTY NEWS

Assistant Professor Salvador Lindquist was the recipient of a Council of Educators in Landscape Architecture (CELA) Bob Cardoza CLASS Grant titled “HEAT WAVES: Designing a Heat Action Plan.”

Lindquist also recently published a peer reviewed case study of the Dequindre Cut Greenway to the Landscape Architecture Foundation (LAF) Landscape Performance Series.

Plus, Lindquist was a book contributor for “Field Guide to a Hybrid Landscape” which features essays, maps and photography uncovering the entangled narratives of the Bessey Ranger District at the Nebraska National Forest and Grasslands. 

Check out the College of Architecture website for new internship and job opportunities. 



Plus, University of Nebraska Career Services encourages you to view a few of their new Full-Time job postings at Handshake. Check them out!

PROJECT 2022 Exhibition

Date: Runs until Feb. 9

Time: 6-8pm

Place: Omaha by Design,

618 S 11th St, Omaha, NE 68102



Omaha By Design Project 2022 Symposium Panel

Date: Feb. 9

Time: 6-8 pm

Place: Omaha By Design

RSVP HERE

Hyde Lecture - Nisha Botchwey

Date: March 3

Time: 4 pm

Place: Richards Hall



Student Research Days 2023

Date: March 27-31

Register here

Hyde Lecture -Rana Abudayyeh

Date: Apr. 7

Time: 4pm

Place: Richards Hall,

Build-Up Week

Date: May 1-5

Finals Reviews

Date: May 8-12

Final Exams

Date: May 15–19

UNL Graduate Commencement and Doctoral Hooding Ceremony

Date: May 19

College of Architecture Graduate Recognition Ceremony

Date: May 19

Time: 6 pm

Place:

Union Ball Room

(Tentative)

UNL Undergraduate Ceremony

Date: May 20