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Spring 2023 "Recovery/Reclamation" Public Programs series kicks off March 1
2/22/23
UB's School of Architecture and Planning is pleased to announce the launch of its Spring 2023 Public Programs, continuing the conversation on the restorative potential of the built environment in response to the destructive forces of racial and social injustice.
Hess honored for contributions to international education
2/22/23
Daniel B. Hess, a professor in University at Buffalo’s Department of Urban and Regional Planning, was recently honored with the 2022 Award for Outstanding Contributions to International Education at U
Join us: Atelier 2023!
3/14/23
A weeklong celebration of the people, ideas and values that drive us.
The trailblazing story of America’s first female architect
3/14/23
Kelly Hayes McAlonie is launching her book about Louise Blanchard Bethune at the Hotel Lafayette, the historic building designed by Bethune.
Buffalo News lauds Shibley, faculty and students, for "learn-by-doing" impacts across the city
3/24/23
The Buffalo News recently published an editorial on Dean Robert Shibley and his leadership of the School of Architecture and Planning's "community-as-classroom" approach to teaching and research, which has left a lasting legacy of impact on the City of Buffalo.
Creating safe and inclusive spaces for people of all genders
3/27/23
Here at UB's School of Architecture and Planning, we’re committed to creating safe, open and vibrant spaces for all – regardless of race, gender, ability or background.
Renowned architect receives SUNY honorary degree
3/23/23
David Adjaye was awarded the honor during a special presentation at the School of Architecture and Planning.
UB architecture professor Adam Thibodeaux explores queer space as inaugural Despina Stratigakos Fellow
5/4/23
UB architecture faculty member and design scholar Adam Thibodeaaux has been selected as the inaugural Stratigakos Visiting Fellow to expore questions of social equity and architecture.
Bruner Foundation’s $5M gift will support new center on urban excellence at UB
5/4/23
The School of Architecture and Planning will establish the Rudy Bruner Center for Urban Excellence building on the body of work by the national Rudy Bruner Award (RBA).
Congratulations, Class of 2023!
5/16/23
On Friday, May 19, 2023, a distinguished group of 227 future architects, urban planners, environmental designers and real estate developers will join the ranks of UB alumni as the School of Architecture and Planning convenes its 51st Commencement ceremony in UB’s Center for the Arts.
Watts Scholar aspires to advance justice
5/23/23
UB architecture student Pouya Pakkhesal, a native of Iran, views design as a powerful force of change for justice and equity around the globe.
Local chapter of American Planning Association honors students, curricular innovation at UB
6/12/23
The Western New York section of the American Planning Assoiation recently recognized two curricular efforts in urban planning as best practice as part of its annual awards program.
In memory of Alfred Price
6/21/23
The School of Architecture and Planning remembers Alfred D. Price Jr., UB professor emeritus of urban planning, who passed away on May 2 after a long battle with cancer. He was 75.
Czerniak named dean of School of Architecture and Planning
6/21/23
The highly regarded architectural designer, landscape architect, writer and educator comes to UB from Syracuse University.
Students honored at UB's annual celebration of academic excellence
6/19/23
Two students from the School of Architecture and Planning were recognized with awards at UB's 2023 Celebration of Student Academic Excellence.
UB launches graduate degree in global health and international development
7/17/23
In a bid to support a United Nations Sustainable Development Goal of achieving global health equity by 2030, the University at Buffalo has launched a first-of-its kind Master of Science in International Development and Global Health (MSIDGH).
Historic preservation studio informs major East Side development, wins planning award
7/5/23
A recent urban planning studio at UB has generated critical insights on alternative approaches to historic preservation for marginalized communities, receiving the attention of the professional planning community and directly informing an adaptive reuse project under way on Buffalo’s East Side.
Student creations in wearable architecture featured at international exhibition in Hong Kong
7/10/23
Wearable assemblies of folded paper and 3D-printed resin developed by UB architecture students have been on display this summer in Hong Kong as part of an exhibition exploring expanding definitions of fashion.
UB architect’s energy-efficient façade design for Seoul hospital recognized with international design award
7/19/23
Jin Young Song, UB associate professor of architecture, will be presented with a 2023 Design Educates Award for his façade retrofit of a major hospital in Seoul, converting a deteriorating 10-story concrete structure into a colorful model for design with building-integrated photovoltaic.
‘A powerful pink bomb’
8/7/23
Kelly Hayes McAlonie and Despina Stratigakos, co-creators of Architect Barbie, explain the impact of the movie that's become one of the most talked about films of the summer.
Laurian appointed chair of urban planning
8/4/23
The international expert in environmental justice and planning theory joins UB on Aug. 23.
UB architecture students create hope in Buffalo
8/29/23
PUSH Buffalo is using the students’ design plans to transform vacant buildings into sustainable homes.
Four faculty receive Fulbright awards
6/30/23
Edith Gonzalez, Daniel Hess, Katarzyna “Kasia” Kordas and Amy VanScoy have received the prestigious awards to study and teach abroad during the coming year.
Enhancing, expanding aging-related research
12/4/23
The kickoff event for the initiative features the acting director of the NYS Office for the Aging as the keynote speaker.
A living memorial that exemplifies a student’s enduring spirit
11/14/23
UB architecture classes worked with community partners to design, build the Sydney Gross Memorial in Medina, New York.
Architecture prof counts the ways UB makes her feel True Blue
11/29/23
Daniela Sandler had taught at many different colleges and universities, but in her estimation, there's no place like UB.
Introducing Roy Taylor: 2023-24 Banham Fellow – Acclaimed Architectural Designer, Educator, and Community Leader from Toronto, ON
9/20/23
The School of Architecture and Planning is pleased to welcome Kearon Roy Taylor, an architectural designer, educator and organizer from Toronto, ON, as the 2023-24 Peter Reyner Banham Fellow.

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