College of Built Environments

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Scan Design Distinguished Visiting Professor Lecture: UNLOVED BUILDINGS Transformation and reuse as the next shift in architecture

UNLOVED BUILDINGS Transformation and reuse as the next shift in architecture In a context of climate change, global destabilization, and mass urbanism, we can no longer afford to waste buildings. This presentation will trace the outlines of a movement challenging the 20th century idea that building new represents progress, to an understanding that we must tread more lightly on the planet and use existing urban fabric to create the built environment. This represents a fundamental shift, not just in technique or regulation, but in the ethos of a profession. Lasse will present the studios’ upcoming book ‘UNLOVED BUILDINGS’ as well as global case studies outlining a new architectural field.   Lasse Lind is the 2026 Scan Design Foundation Distinguished Visiting Professor at the University of Washington’s College of Built Environments. Lasse is a partner with 3XN GXN and leads the strategic sustainability consultancy GXN that specializes in building transformation, behavioral design and circularity. Campus location: Architecture Hall (ARC). Campus room: 147 Architecture Hall. Accessibility Contact: rbpena@uw.edu. CBE Categories: Architecture. Landscape Architecture. Urban Design & Planning. Real Estate. Construction Management. Event Types: Academics. Monday, November 9, 2026, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM. 147 Architecture Hall.

MLA Admissions - Open House

Join us for our MLA Open House.  At the Open House, in addition to learning more about the program and admissions process, you will have opportunities to speak with faculty, current students, and recent alumni. 2:00 Program + Admissions Process Overview (with Q+A) 3:30  Faculty Sessions 4:15  Student Sessions 4:45  Alumni Panel RSVP required (linked on website). Accessibility Contact: jencyli@uw.edu. CBE Categories: Landscape Architecture. Event Types: Information Sessions. Tuesday, November 10, 2026, 2:00 PM – 5:30 PM. Virtual - link provided upon RSVP. For more info visit larch.be.uw.edu.

CM Company Information Session: Holland Partner Group

Enjoy getting to know Holland Partner Group by meeting company representatives and learning about internship opportunities and full-time career pathways. Food will be served! Campus location: Architecture Hall (ARC). Campus room: ARC 110. Accessibility Contact: rafm@uw.edu. CBE Categories: Construction Management. Event Types: Information Sessions. Tuesday, November 10, 2026, 4:30 PM – 5:30 PM.

CM Company Information Session: Andersen Construction

Enjoy getting to know Andersen Construction by meeting company representatives and learning about internship opportunities and full-time career pathways. Food will be served! Campus location: Architecture Hall (ARC). Campus room: ARC 110. Accessibility Contact: rafm@uw.edu. CBE Categories: Construction Management. Event Types: Information Sessions. Tuesday, November 10, 2026, 5:30 PM – 6:30 PM.

CM Company Information Session: GenCap Construction Corp

Enjoy getting to know GenCap by meeting company representatives and learning about internship opportunities and full-time career pathways. Food will be served! Campus location: Architecture Hall (ARC). Campus room: ARC 110. Accessibility Contact: rafm@uw.edu. CBE Categories: Construction Management. Event Types: Information Sessions. Thursday, November 12, 2026, 4:30 PM – 5:30 PM.

UCREW Panel Event and Scholarship Information

Each year, CREW Seattle brings industry leaders to the University of Washington for a panel discussion as part of our UCREW program, an initiative that encourages students to get involved in commercial real estate and connects them with professionals in the field. The event also serves as an opportunity for us to share our Impact Award Scholarship, which honors the founding members of CREW Seattle’s leadership series.   Winners of the scholarship receive: ·       $1,000 towards tuition for the top applicant ·       A one-year CREW Seattle membership ·       Three complimentary luncheon registrations ·       A dedicated mentor ·       Networking opportunities   This year’s panel event is Thursday, November 12th from 5:30p-7p in Gould Hall. Our moderator is Maddie Cecchi (Account Executive, Patcraft Flooring) and our panelists are: ·       Pamela Trevithick, AIA, Partner, LMN Architects ·       Morgan Wheeler, Senior Investment Operations Associate, TMR Investments ·       Catherine Huang, Associate, Analysis… Campus location: Gould Hall (GLD). Accessibility Contact: Kelly Skye. CBE Categories: Real Estate. Construction Management. Event Types: Special Events. Lectures/Seminars. Event sponsors: CREW Seattle. Thursday, November 12, 2026, 5:30 PM – 7:00 PM. Gould Hall.

Ethnobotany Tree Tour - Free and Open to the Public

Ethnobotany is the study of the interactions between humans and plants. Humans around the globe have a deep connection to trees, using them for shelter, tools, food and medicine. This tree tour is designed to share some of those connections, and the impacts humans can have on the forests around them. We will discuss ethical harvest of materials, identification of several edible and medicinal varieties, and the history behind the use of these species. Learn more on the Campus Tree Tours Website here. Please dress for the weather, as this tour takes place outdoors rain or shine. Contact: theodore.hoss@outlook.com. Accessibility Contact: sefsmain@uw.edu. Monday, November 16, 2026, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM. Meet at the Bus Shelter just west of Anderson Hall on Stevens Way. For more info visit ravensroots.org.

CBE Mentor Program Fall Kick-Off Event

Incoming mentors and mentees are invited to join our annual CBE Mentor Program Fall Kick-Off Event! This event will be held on Monday, November 16th from 5:30-8:00pm at the Oak Hall Denny Room. The event will provide an opportunity for pairs to meet for the first time and set a plan for the year ahead. We'll share a brief training on best practices for mentorship and host a panel of past mentors who will provide insights on the mentoring experience. Light refreshments will be served. Registration is required and capacity is limited. Attendance at this event is not required! We will send out a handbook with suggested activities and other resources after the event. Accessibility Contact: Megan Brown, herzomeg@uw.edu. CBE Categories: Architecture. Construction Management. Landscape Architecture. Real Estate. Urban Design & Planning. Event Types: Special Events. Student Activities. Ceremonies. Monday, November 16, 2026, 5:30 PM – 8:00 PM. Oak Hall Denny Room.

Landscape Archicture Undergraduate Programs Info Session

AUTUMN 2026 LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTURE PROGRAMS INFO SESSION ASK THE ADVISER + A CURRENT STUDENT ABOUT OUR PROGRAMS! TUESDAY, NOV 17 +  WEDNESDAY, NOV 18   2:30 - 3:30 PM, IN PERSON (Gould 102) RSVP here  As a discipline, Landscape Architecture involves design thinking and practice in the making and sustaining of our built environments. It serves to engage the wants, needs, and aspirations of people and communities while systematically seeking to improve the functions and qualities of the natural world. It encompasses a broad spectrum of practices from design of streetscapes to restoration of habitats and ecosystems. In this infosession, you will hear an overview of the following programs offered in our department: Bachelors of Arts in Environmental Design and Sustainability (minimum credits, open major), Bachelors of Landscape Architecture (accredited towards professional licensure, capacity-constrained major), Urban Ecological Design Minor (25 cr.), A current BLA student will also share their application to… Campus room: Gould 102. Accessibility Contact: jencyli@uw.edu. CBE Categories: Landscape Architecture. Event Types: Information Sessions. Tuesday, November 17, 2026, 2:30 PM – 3:30 PM. Gould 102.

Landscape Archicture Undergraduate Programs Info Session

AUTUMN 2026 LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTURE PROGRAMS INFO SESSION ASK THE ADVISER + A CURRENT STUDENT ABOUT OUR PROGRAMS! TUESDAY, NOV 17 +  WEDNESDAY, NOV 18   2:30 - 3:30 PM, IN PERSON (Gould 102) RSVP here  As a discipline, Landscape Architecture involves design thinking and practice in the making and sustaining of our built environments. It serves to engage the wants, needs, and aspirations of people and communities while systematically seeking to improve the functions and qualities of the natural world. It encompasses a broad spectrum of practices from design of streetscapes to restoration of habitats and ecosystems. In this infosession, you will hear an overview of the following programs offered in our department: Bachelors of Arts in Environmental Design and Sustainability (minimum credits, open major), Bachelors of Landscape Architecture (accredited towards professional licensure, capacity-constrained major), Urban Ecological Design Minor (25 cr.), A current BLA student will also share their application to… Campus room: Gould 102. Accessibility Contact: jencyli@uw.edu. CBE Categories: Landscape Architecture. Event Types: Information Sessions. Wednesday, November 18, 2026, 2:30 PM – 3:30 PM. Gould 102.

AI in Architecture: Bridging Technology, Research, and Practice

Join the UW Department of Architecture for a moderated conversation on how AI is reshaping architectural design and the built environment. Bringing together voices from architectural practice, technology/software, and research, the event will examine how AI is moving from experimentation into design workflows, professional practice, software platforms, design research, and architectural education. Campus location: Architecture Hall (ARC). Accessibility Contact: nabbasab@uw.edu. CBE Categories: Architecture. Event Types: Lectures/Seminars. Wednesday, November 18, 2026, 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM. Architecture Hall 147 Auditorium, University of Washington.

CM Company Information Session: DPR

Enjoy getting to know DPR by meeting company representatives and learning about internship opportunities and full-time career pathways. Food will be served! Campus location: Architecture Hall (ARC). Campus room: ARC 110. Accessibility Contact: rafm@uw.edu. CBE Categories: Construction Management. Event Types: Information Sessions. Thursday, November 19, 2026, 4:30 PM – 5:30 PM.

Evergreen Ecology Tree Tour - Free and Open to the Public

Come November, it is always abundantly clear why Washington is called the "Evergreen State." Many of the deciduous trees have shed their leaves, but there are still many marvelous specimens with a full compliment of foliage! Come learn about why some trees keep their leaves year-round, and what challenges and advantages this growth strategy presents. The tour will take place outdoors on the campus grounds, and will follow some of the route of the campus' Brockman Memorial tree tour. Learn more on the Campus Tree Tours Website here. Please dress for the weather, as this tour takes place outdoors rain or shine. Contact: theodore.hoss@outlook.com. Accessibility Contact: sefsmain@uw.edu. Sunday, November 22, 2026, 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM. Meet at the Bus Shelter just west of Anderson Hall on Stevens Way. - Please RSVP at the link in the tour description. For more info visit ravensroots.org.

CBE Student Friendsgiving

Join your UW CBE Student Council for our annual Friendsgiving event! Food will be provided. Students are also encouraged to bring snacks to share. We'll have games, crafts, a holiday movie, any more! Questions? Email cbe-oss@uw.edu. Campus location: Gould Hall (GLD). Campus room: Gould Court. Accessibility Contact: Megan Brown, herzomeg@uw.edu. CBE Categories: Architecture. Construction Management. Landscape Architecture. Real Estate. Urban Design & Planning. Event Types: Special Events. Student Activities. Target Audience: Current CBE Students. Monday, November 23, 2026, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM.

MS Design Technology information session

The Department of Architecture offers admission to its two Master of Science in Architecture degree programs once each academic year.   This online session will provide information about the MS in Design Technology program, an overview of the application process, and some time for Q&A with faculty directors, alumni, and current students.   Tuesday, November 24, 2026, 10:00am (PST) Via Zoom Please RSVP for the session by completing this form.  A Zoom link will be sent to all who have registered 24 - 48 hours before the session begins. Accessibility Contact: dragun@uw.edu. CBE Categories: Architecture. Research. Event Types: Information Sessions. Tuesday, November 24, 2026, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM. For more info visit forms.gle.

MS History & Theory information session

The Department of Architecture offers admission to its two Master of Science in Architecture degree programs once each academic year.   This online session will provide information about the MS in History & Theory program, an overview of the application process, and some time for Q&A with faculty directors, alumni, and current students.   Tuesday, November 24, 2026, 11:00am (PST) Via Zoom Please RSVP for the session by completing this form.  A Zoom link will be sent to all who have registered 24 - 48 hours before the session begins. Accessibility Contact: dragun@uw.edu. CBE Categories: Architecture. Research. Event Types: Information Sessions. Tuesday, November 24, 2026, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM. For more info visit forms.gle.

Hot Cocoa & Snowflake-Making

Take a break, sip hot cocoa, and make paper snowflakes! Questions? Email CBE Mental Health Counselor Evalynn at evalynn@uw.edu. Campus location: Gould Hall (GLD). Accessibility Contact: Evalynn Fae Taganna Romano, evalynn@uw.edu. CBE Categories: Architecture. Construction Management. Landscape Architecture. Real Estate. Urban Design & Planning. Event Types: Conferences. Special Events. Student Activities. Tuesday, December 1, 2026, 11:30 AM – 1:30 PM. Gould Court.

CM Major Information Session (Virtual)

All UW undergraduate students interested in learning about the BS in Construction Management and how to apply to the major are invited to join an information session. Hear about the application pathways, academic preparation, and career opportunities for students pursuing a BS in CM. Online Meeting Link: https://washington.zoom.us/j/92325537778. Accessibility Contact: rafm@uw.edu. CBE Categories: Construction Management. Event Types: Information Sessions. Wednesday, December 2, 2026, 1:00 PM – 1:45 PM.

ARCADE x UW Launch Party

Reception for ARCADE's special issue of UW student authored articles associated with the Storytelling in Architecture seminar taught by Lauren Gallow. An exhibit of student work will be on display. Please register by Nov. 23. Program: 5:30: Doors Open / Reception 6:15pm: Remarks 7:00pm: End. Campus room: Gould Court. Accessibility Contact: claudine@uw.edu. CBE Categories: Architecture. Urban Design & Planning. Landscape Architecture. Construction Management. Real Estate. Event Types: Exhibits. Academics. Special Events. Wednesday, December 2, 2026, 5:30 PM – 7:00 PM.

CM Major Information Session

Learn more about the BS in Construction Management. . Campus location: Gould Hall (GLD). Campus room: GLD 100. Accessibility Contact: rafm@uw.edu. CBE Categories: Construction Management. Event Types: Information Sessions. Thursday, December 3, 2026, 1:30 PM – 2:15 PM.

Historic Preservation Certificate Information Session

The UW College of Built Environments invites you to an information session about our Historic Preservation Certificate program. Date: Friday, December 4, 2026 Time: 12:00-1:00pm PT Location: Gould Hall 440 Join program faculty and staff to learn about the curriculum, admissions and application process, and how the certificate can support your career in historic preservation. There will be time for questions, and pizza will be provided. Please RSVP by Monday, November 30 so we can plan for food: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/r/DXUTENhyQM  We hope to see you there! Accessibility Contact: histpres@uw.edu. CBE Categories: Architecture. Construction Management. Landscape Architecture. Real Estate. Research. Urban Design & Planning. Event Types: Information Sessions. Friday, December 4, 2026, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM. Gould Hall 440. For more info visit forms.cloud.microsoft.

MLA Admissions - Info Session

Join us for an Information Session with Julie Parrett, MLA Director and Jennie Li, MLA Adviser. The Info Sessions will include an overview of the program + admissions process and a session with current students. 11:00 am Program + Admissions Process Overview (with Q+A) 12:30 pm  Student Session RSVP through website. Accessibility Contact: jencyli@uw.edu. CBE Categories: Landscape Architecture. Event Types: Information Sessions. Tuesday, December 15, 2026, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM. Virtual. For more info visit larch.be.uw.edu.

CBE Professionals of Color in the Built Environment Panel

Join CBE students and professionals for a panel conversation featuring professionals of color working across real estate, design, development and construction. Panelists will share their career paths, challenges and lessons learned, with time for students to connect with industry professionals and hear a range of perspectives on careers in the built environment. Campus location: Gould Hall (GLD). Campus room: Gould Court. Accessibility Contact: cbeevents@uw.edu. CBE Categories: Architecture. Construction Management. Landscape Architecture. Real Estate. Research. Urban Design & Planning. Event Types: Lectures/Seminars. Meetings. Thursday, January 28, 2027, 5:30 PM – 8:30 PM. Gould Court.