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PERSPECTIVES | Alumni Speaker Series

Hear how UB architecture graduates have designed their careers through the Perspectives speaker series. Build your network, cultivate mentorship, and learn about diverse career trajectories and work experiences in a casual, conversational format that encourages Q&A. 

  • Eileen Lee (BS Arch '04) | HOK
    10/28/21

    Oct. 28, 2021

    A program in our Perspectives alumni speaker series, Eileen Lee shares lessons learned from her role as a project architect with HOK's New York City office. She brings extensive experience with architecture and construction projects of all sizes and types.

  • Clark Manus, FAIA (BA '74) | Heller Manus Architects; Planning Commissioner, Oakland, Ca.
    9/23/21

    Sep. 23, 2021

    A program in our Perspectives alumni speaker series, Clark Manus (BA '74) shares insights from his 40-year career in design, practice, civic engagement and the broader design profession. Manus is the founding principal of Heller Manus Architects and the 87th President of the American Institute of Architects (AIA). An ambassador for UB, Manus is a founding member of the School of Architecture and Planning's Dean's Council.

  • Stefan Richter (BPS '02) | Gensler
    9/16/21

    Sep. 16, 2021

    A program in our Perspectives alumni speaker series, Stefan Richter shares his experience working internationally in a varierty of roles, ranging from design lead, design build, supervision, and a mentor to students and young designers. He has a deep interest in programming dense urban environments and a particular penchant for lifestyle-oriented projects.

  • Cassidy Staver (BS Arch '07) | GBBN Architects
    11/4/21

    Nov. 4, 2021

    A program in our Perspectives alumni speaker series, Cassidy Staver shares her experience as an architect with GBBN Architects based in Cincinnati, Ohio. A deft designer and maker, Staver will share her insights on design and project development as well as client relations and communications. 

PERSPECTIVES Zoom recordings are available upon request at eychow@buffalo.edu.

Share your story

UB Alumni, would you like to share your story and professional experiences with our students? We would love to hear from you! If you are interested in participating in our Perspectives speaker series, please reach out to Professional Development Coordinator Elaine Chow at eychow@buffalo.edu.

TOPICS: Public Programs, Perspectives - Alumni Speaker Series, Events

Published January 2, 2023