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Engineered Living Materials for the Built Environment: Interdisciplinary research driving material innovation
What if living organisms could help shape the buildings around us? This exhibition explores emerging advances in 3D printing that use specially designed microorganisms as building materials, offering new possibilities for sustainable design. Featuring work by researchers from the University of Washington, the University of Texas at Austin, and the University of California, Davis, the exhibition highlights collaborative research and student-led exploration into the future of the built environment. Open Monday–Friday, 10 a.m.–5 p.m. , Closed on MLK Day, For additional opportunities to engage more with this work, join us at these upcoming lectures:
February 11th - Engineered Living Materials for the Built Environment
February 26th - Organic Chemistry Seminar: Eleftheria Roumeli
March 3rd - Molecular Engineering & Sciences Institute seminar: Professor Meredith Silberstein
This exhibition is part of a series highlighting interdisciplinary research and collaboration across the Department of Chemistry, the…
Campus location: Gould Hall (GLD). Campus room: Gould Gallery. Accessibility Contact: CBE Events Manager - cbeevents@uw.edu. CBE Categories: Architecture. Event Types: Exhibits.
Monday, February 2, 2026 – Friday, March 6, 2026.
Gould Gallery.
Lisbon Portugal Study Abroad Info Session (ONLINE)
Lisbon, Portugal - Autumn 2026, Community Build Studio, Instructor: Daniel Winterbottom Building Community Through Responsive Design. This program is focused on a community participatory model where the visiting University of Washington students will collaborate with the residents of the Zambujal community to design and build a project that will be determined by the community and participants. Possibilities include a ceramics studio, outdoor classroom/exhibition area and gardens. MLA/BLA Courses + Degree Requirements Fulfilled
all courses count towards UED Minor, Information Sessions:
Tuesday, Jan. 27th at 12:00 pm PST, Thursday, Jan. 29th at 12:00 pm PST
Monday, Feb. 2nd at 9:00 am PST
Thursday, Feb 5th at 10:30 am PST Zoom Link, Meeting ID: 925 908 8740, Program / Application Information: Link to UW study abroad application portal HERE, Applications Due: Priority Deadline is February 15th, 2026.
Online Meeting Link: https://washington.zoom.us/j/9259088740?omn=92818634089. Accessibility Contact: jencyli@uw.edu. CBE Categories: Landscape Architecture. Architecture. Urban Design & Planning. Construction Management. Real Estate. Event Types: Information Sessions.
Monday, February 2, 2026, 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM.
via Zoom.
For more info visit larch.be.uw.edu. Architecture Undergraduate Information Session
We appreciate your interest in attending one of our info sessions. We will review our department's two undergraduate majors: Architectural Design, and Architectural Studies. We'll also provide an overview of the application process, timeline, and transfer pathway.
Please register using the link below. Room information or Zoom link will be sent two days before each session.
Accessibility Contact: dragun@uw.edu. CBE Categories: Architecture. Event Types: Information Sessions.
Tuesday, February 3, 2026, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
For more info visit forms.gle. CM Transfer Student Application Workshop (Virtual)
Non-UW students planning to complete the UW Transfer Application for transfer admission to the CM major in Autumn, 2026 should attend this workshop for support in completing the UW Transfer Application and learning about the CM Major Application.
This opportunity is open to all eligible persons regardless of race, sex or other identity.
Online Meeting Link: https://washington.zoom.us/j/92325537778. Accessibility Contact: rafm@uw.edu. CBE Categories: Construction Management. Event Types: Information Sessions.
Wednesday, February 4, 2026, 12:30 PM – 1:30 PM.
RHYTHM: "Spill the Tea"
Join us for Spill the Tea, an informal conversation where architecture students sit down with practicing professionals to talk honestly about the field - no portfolios, no jargon, no pressure.
There will be light snacks and drinks. We hope to see you there!
Sponsored by UW NOMAS, the UW chapter of the National Organization of Minority Architecture Students.
Event Interval: Single day event. Campus location: Gould Hall (GLD). Campus room: Gould Court. Accessibility Contact: uwnomas@gmail.com. CBE Categories: Architecture. Landscape Architecture. Event Types: Diversity Equity Inclusion. Meetings. Special Events. Student Activities.
Wednesday, February 4, 2026, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
For more info visit docs.google.com. Lisbon Portugal Study Abroad Info Session (ONLINE)
Lisbon, Portugal - Autumn 2026, Community Build Studio, Instructor: Daniel Winterbottom Building Community Through Responsive Design. This program is focused on a community participatory model where the visiting University of Washington students will collaborate with the residents of the Zambujal community to design and build a project that will be determined by the community and participants. Possibilities include a ceramics studio, outdoor classroom/exhibition area and gardens. All courses count towards UED Minor. Information Sessions:
Tuesday, Jan. 27th at 12:00 pm PST, Thursday, Jan. 29th at 12:00 pm PST
Monday, Feb. 2nd at 9:00 am PST
Thursday, Feb 5th at 10:30 am PST Zoom Link, Meeting ID: 925 908 8740, Program / Application Information: Link to UW study abroad application portal HERE, Applications Due: Priority Deadline is February 15th, 2026.
Online Meeting Link: https://washington.zoom.us/j/9259088740?omn=92818634089. Accessibility Contact: jencyli@uw.edu. CBE Categories: Landscape Architecture. Architecture. Urban Design & Planning. Construction Management. Real Estate. Event Types: Information Sessions.
Thursday, February 5, 2026, 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM.
via Zoom.
For more info visit larch.be.uw.edu. CM Transfer Thursday Drop-in Advising
Prospective transfer students interested in earning a BS in Construction Management may attend a Transfer Thursday event with UW Admissions and then join a drop-in advising meeting at 2:30 on Thursdays when classes are in session.
This opportunity is open to all eligible persons regardless of race, sex or other identity.
Campus location: Architecture Hall (ARC). Campus room: ARC 120. Accessibility Contact: rafm@uw.edu. CBE Categories: Construction Management. Event Types: Academics. Student Activities.
Thursday, February 5, 2026, 2:30 PM – 3:30 PM.
Architecture Hall.
For more info visit cm.be.uw.edu. CM Transfer Application Drop-ins
Non-UW students planning to complete the UW Transfer Application for transfer admission to the CM major in Autumn, 2026 may drop in for advising support in completing the UW Transfer Application.
This opportunity is open to all eligible persons regardless of race, sex or other identity.
Online Meeting Link: https://washington.zoom.us/j/99791755570. Accessibility Contact: rafm@uw.edu. CBE Categories: Construction Management. Event Types: Information Sessions.
Tuesday, February 10, 2026, 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM.
CM Major Information Session
Learn more about the BS in Construction Management. .
Campus location: Architecture Hall (ARC). Campus room: ARC 110. Accessibility Contact: rafm@uw.edu. CBE Categories: Construction Management. Event Types: Information Sessions.
Tuesday, February 10, 2026, 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM.
Nature and Health Community Dinner with Rachel Berney, PhD
Our quarterly community dinners welcome anyone with a curiosity about expanding access to green space to support health and well-being, environmental and health equity, people-nature reciprocity, and climate change resilience. Students, professionals, and community members from many different disciplines come together to explore new ideas, discuss policies and programs, and strengthen partnerships in the field of nature and health.
The February 10 dinner features a speed talk from Rachel Berney, PhD, associate professor in the UW College of Built Environments and director of Urban@UW.
Nature and Health Community Dinners include: A plant-based dinner , Drinks , Networking , Short talks from a wide variety of professionals, including researchers, community leaders, policy-makers, program managers, etc.
Event interval: Single day event. Accessibility Contact: natureandhealth@uw.edu. Event Types: Information Sessions. Lectures/Seminars.
Tuesday, February 10, 2026, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
1050 N 34th St, Seattle, WA 98103.
For more info visit events.uw.edu. CM Transfer Student Application Workshop (Virtual)
Non-UW students planning to complete the UW Transfer Application for transfer admission to the CM major in Autumn, 2026 should attend this workshop for support in completing the UW Transfer Application and learning about the CM Major Application.
This opportunity is open to all eligible persons regardless of race, sex or other identity.
Online Meeting Link: https://washington.zoom.us/j/92325537778. Accessibility Contact: rafm@uw.edu. CBE Categories: Construction Management. Event Types: Information Sessions.
Tuesday, February 10, 2026, 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
UWASLA Skill Share: Revit
This term, UWASLA is launching student-led skill sessions! These sessions are a fantastic opportunity to share knowledge and enhance collective talents in a relaxed setting. Programs covered this term include Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Photoshop, Revit and Rhino.
Accessibility Contact: jayroll@uw.edu. CBE Categories: Landscape Architecture. Event Types: Workshops.
Wednesday, February 11, 2026, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
The FishBowl in Room 312.
10 Critical Elements that Will Make Tomorrow’s Downtowns | UDP Lecture
Learn from one of America’s most celebrated urban thinkers, Mitchell Silver, as he explores the ten critical elements shaping tomorrow’s downtowns. As demographics shift and consumer preferences evolve, new parks, public spaces, and mixed-use centers are transforming how people live, work, and gather. What do these trends mean for the future of your downtown? Silver will share key insights to guide the planning, design, and development of vibrant urban centers in the decades ahead.
Campus location: Architecture Hall (ARC). Accessibility Contact: udpadmin@uw.edu. CBE Categories: Urban Design & Planning. Architecture. Construction Management. Landscape Architecture. Real Estate. Event Types: Lectures/Seminars.
Wednesday, February 11, 2026, 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM.
ARC 147.
Engineered Living Materials for the Built Environment lecture & reception
6:00 PM – Lecture | Bagley Hall, Room 131
7:15 PM – Exhibition Opening Reception | Gould Hall, Gould Gallery
Join us for an interdisciplinary lecture exploring how cutting-edge research is driving material innovation in the built environment. This event brings together faculty whose work spans chemistry, engineering, and architecture to examine how living systems can be integrated into material design to address pressing challenges related to sustainability, resilience, and the future of construction.
Featured speakers:
Professor Alshakim Nelson, Chemistry
Professor Ayokunle Olánrewájú Mechanical Engineering & Bioengineering
Professor Gundula Proksch, Architecture
Afterwards, we'll gather in the Gould Gallery for the exhibition opening and reception. We kindly ask that you RSVP if you plan to attend.
This event is part of a series highlighting interdisciplinary research and collaboration across the Department of Chemistry, the Departments of Mechanical Engineering and Bioengineering, and the Department…
Campus location: Bagley Hall (BAG). Campus room: Lecture in Bagley Hall, Room 131, Reception in Gould Hall, Gould Gallery. Accessibility Contact: cbeevents@uw.edu. CBE Categories: Architecture. Construction Management. Landscape Architecture. Real Estate. Research. Urban Design & Planning. Event Types: Lectures/Seminars.
Wednesday, February 11, 2026, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
Bagley Hall Room 131, Gould Gallery.
UW Environmental Career Fair
The UW Environmental Career Fair is coming up next month! Register today for the opportunity to connect with employers and learn about opportunities in the field!
How You Can Prepare:
Update your resume and be prepared to talk about your interests and career goals.
Dress to impress – this is your chance to make a positive first impression. While there is no formal dress code, dress in something that makes you feel confident and ready to talk with employers.
Need an outfit? Check out the UW Husky Career Closet
Research the attending companies on Handshake to make the most out of your interactions.
Prepare questions about employers’ organizations and their available opportunities.
For more information on what to expect at the Fair, check out this resource from the Career & Internship Center.
International Students
Employers attending the career fair have jobs and internships eligible for international students, although individual representatives may not know specific policy details. We recommend learning…
Campus location: Student Union Building (HUB). Accessibility Contact: dso@uw.edu. CBE Categories: Landscape Architecture. Architecture. Construction Management. Urban Design & Planning. Research. Real Estate. Event Types: Academics. Information Sessions. Meetings. Special Events. Workshops. Student Activities.
Thursday, February 12, 2026, 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
The HUB North Ballroom.
For more info visit uw.joinhandshake.com. CM Transfer Thursday Drop-in Advising
Prospective transfer students interested in earning a BS in Construction Management may attend a Transfer Thursday event with UW Admissions and then join a drop-in advising meeting at 2:30 on Thursdays when classes are in session.
This opportunity is open to all eligible persons regardless of race, sex or other identity.
Campus location: Architecture Hall (ARC). Campus room: ARC 120. Accessibility Contact: rafm@uw.edu. CBE Categories: Construction Management. Event Types: Academics. Student Activities.
Thursday, February 12, 2026, 2:30 PM – 3:30 PM.
Architecture Hall.
For more info visit cm.be.uw.edu. CM Transfer Application Drop-ins
Non-UW students planning to complete the UW Transfer Application for transfer admission to the CM major in Autumn, 2026 may drop in for advising support in completing the UW Transfer Application.
This opportunity is open to all eligible persons regardless of race, sex or other identity.
Online Meeting Link: https://washington.zoom.us/j/99791755570. Accessibility Contact: rafm@uw.edu. CBE Categories: Construction Management. Event Types: Information Sessions.
Thursday, February 12, 2026, 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM.
Architecture Undergraduate Information Session (VIRTUAL)
We appreciate your interest in attending one of our info sessions. We will review our department's two undergraduate majors: Architectural Design, and Architectural Studies. We'll also provide an overview of the application process, timeline, and transfer pathway.
Please register using the link below. Room information or Zoom link will be sent two days before each session.
Accessibility Contact: dragun@uw.edu. CBE Categories: Architecture. Event Types: Information Sessions.
Friday, February 13, 2026, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
For more info visit forms.gle. CM Transfer Application Drop-ins
Non-UW students planning to complete the UW Transfer Application for transfer admission to the CM major in Autumn, 2026 may drop in for advising support in completing the UW Transfer Application.
This opportunity is open to all eligible persons regardless of race, sex or other identity.
Online Meeting Link: https://washington.zoom.us/j/99791755570. Accessibility Contact: rafm@uw.edu. CBE Categories: Construction Management. Event Types: Information Sessions.
Friday, February 13, 2026, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
CBE Career Fair
The College of Built Environments (CBE) Annual Career Fair provides students and recent alumni the opportunity to connect with employers looking to fill full-time, part-time, and internship positions in fields including architecture, ecological design, landscape architecture, planning, fabrication, construction management, and real estate.
Career Fair
Date: Wednesday, February 18, 2026
Time: 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Location: Gould Court, Gould Hall, 3950 University Way, Seattle, WA 98195
Firms can register here!
Campus location: Gould Hall (GLD). Campus room: Gould Court. Accessibility Contact: meegan@uw.edu. CBE Categories: Architecture. Construction Management. Landscape Architecture. Real Estate. Urban Design & Planning. Information Session. Research. Equity Diversity and Inclusion. Event Types: Information Sessions. Special Events. Student Activities.
Wednesday, February 18, 2026, 10:00 AM – 1:30 PM.
3950 University Way NE.
For more info visit be.uw.edu. UWASLA Skill Share: Rhino
This term, UWASLA is launching student-led skill sessions! These sessions are a fantastic opportunity to share knowledge and enhance collective talents in a relaxed setting. Programs covered this term include Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Photoshop, Revit and Rhino.
Accessibility Contact: jayroll@uw.edu. CBE Categories: Landscape Architecture. Event Types: Workshops.
Wednesday, February 25, 2026, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
The FishBowl in Room 312.
Architecture in the Age of AI
Artificial intelligence is transforming architectural practice and the world in which it operates. This event will explore current applications of AI in architecture, emerging opportunities, and key questions around ethics, creativity, and how graduates entering the profession can respond.
Invited Presenters/Panelists
Shariful Anik - Associate / Computational Designer, Mithun
Gavin Argo - Associate, Olson Kundig
Chris Grammens - Associate / BIM Manager, Miller Hull
Simon Manning - Associate / Design Technology Integration Leader, NBBJ
Moderator
Tomás Méndez Echenagucia, UW Architecture.
Campus location: Gould Hall (GLD). Campus room: Gould Court. Accessibility Contact: Claudine Manio - Claudine@uw.edu. CBE Categories: Architecture. Event Types: Lectures/Seminars.
Wednesday, February 25, 2026, 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM.
Gould Court.
CM Transfer Thursday Drop-in Advising
Prospective transfer students interested in earning a BS in Construction Management may attend a Transfer Thursday event with UW Admissions and then join a drop-in advising meeting at 2:30 on Thursdays when classes are in session.
This opportunity is open to all eligible persons regardless of race, sex or other identity.
Campus location: Architecture Hall (ARC). Campus room: ARC 120. Accessibility Contact: rafm@uw.edu. CBE Categories: Construction Management. Event Types: Academics. Student Activities.
Thursday, February 26, 2026, 2:30 PM – 3:30 PM.
Architecture Hall.
For more info visit cm.be.uw.edu. 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.
Friday, February 27, 2026, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
2026 CBE Alumni Happy Hour
It's time to reconnect with the people who shape the world we live in. The UW College of Built Environments is excited to welcome you back to Gould Hall for our annual Alumni Happy Hour! Join us for an evening of networking, nostalgia, and community. Whether you graduated last year or decades ago, this is a wonderful opportunity to catch up with old friends, meet current students, and make new connections.
Event: 2026 CBE Alumni Happy Hour
Date: Friday, February 27, 2026
Time: Doors open at 5:30pm
Location: Gould Hall, Gould Court
Ticket Price: (TBD)
Enjoy your favorite local brews, tasty bites, and live music. We hope to see you there!
RSVP Link Coming Soon!
Campus location: Gould Hall (GLD). Accessibility Contact: Megan Brown, cbe-oss@uw.edu, (206) 543-1508. CBE Categories: Architecture. Construction Management. Landscape Architecture. Real Estate. Urban Design & Planning. Event Types: Special Events. Target Audience: CBE Alumni, Current Students, Faculty, Staff.
Friday, February 27, 2026, 5:30 PM – 8:00 PM.
Gould Hall, Gould Court.
CM Transfer Thursday Drop-in Advising
Prospective transfer students interested in earning a BS in Construction Management may attend a Transfer Thursday event with UW Admissions and then join a drop-in advising meeting at 2:30 on Thursdays when classes are in session.
This opportunity is open to all eligible persons regardless of race, sex or other identity.
Campus location: Architecture Hall (ARC). Campus room: ARC 120. Accessibility Contact: rafm@uw.edu. CBE Categories: Construction Management. Event Types: Academics. Student Activities.
Thursday, March 5, 2026, 2:30 PM – 3:30 PM.
Architecture Hall.
For more info visit cm.be.uw.edu. TIDES Conference
TIDES Conference 2026: Igniting Innovation in the Blue Economy of the Pacific Northwest
Employers, faculty, researchers, and students in the ocean science and technology space are gathering for a day-long conference about the latest and great in the blue economy. Students can present their projects in a poster session, abstract deadline 3/13, and attend myriad presentation, panels, networking sessions, and more to connect with folks in the field.
More Information & Registration can be found HERE.
Event Interval: Single day event. Campus location: South Campus Center (SOCC). Campus room: Room 316. Accessibility Contact: jencyli@uw.edu. CBE Categories: Landscape Architecture. Event Types: Conferences.
Thursday, April 23, 2026, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM.
University of Washington, South Campus Center
1601 NE Columbia Rd, Seattle, WA 98195.
Northwest Nature and Health Symposium
The UW Center for Nature and Health illuminates the connections between nature and human health and well-being. We work with community and decision-makers to translate our findings into programs and policies that ensure everyone can benefit from the healing power of nature.
Since 2016, we have been hosting symposia to bring together researchers, community members, and decision-makers to learn about new discoveries, discuss new policies and programs, and advance partnerships in the field of nature and health. We strive to invite speakers who work hand-in-hand to understand the needs of communities who have borne the brunt of social and environmental injustices; who work to address health and access inequities; and who bring critical insights and perspectives on environmental history as well as outdoor recreation.
Our symposia are: Led by our core values of integrity, environmental equity, multiple ways of knowing, and resilience , An opportunity to cultivate your network , Filled with inspiring talks and…
Event interval: Single day event. Campus location: Intellectual House (INT). Accessibility Contact: natureandhealth@uw.edu. Event Types: Conferences. Lectures/Seminars.
Wednesday, April 29, 2026, 9:30 AM – 4:00 PM.
For more info visit events.uw.edu.