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2010 Design Intelligence ranks Department Third
The Architecture Department ranked third among undergraduate programs in the 2010 DesignIntelligence survey ranking public and private degree programs nationally. Cal Poly’s Architecture program has made the nation’s Top 20 list since 2003 with a ranking of sixth or better. The full report can be ordered at the America's Best Architecture & Design Schools, 2010 Edition
For additional information, visit Architecture Program Ranking.
2009 Honored CAED Alumnus
Wally B. Gordon, AIA (B.S 78 and B.Arch 80) was selected by the Cal Poly Alumni Association as the 2009 Honored alumnus from the College of Architecture and Environmental Design.
"Mr. Gordon is President of DLM and has more than 25 years of experience in architectural design and construction administration for public and private sector clients. Many of Mr. Gordon's efforts have involved coordinating and working with committees and community groups to provide appropriate avenues for effective planning solutions. Mr Gordon's experience also includes the technical coordination and execution of construction documents and construction administration for many school facilities."
In celebration of this honor, the Cal Poly Alumni Association will be hosting the Honored Alumni Awards Banquet on Friday, October 16, 2009 during Homecoming Weekend.
A Memorable Time at BAR Architects
Over 250 alumni and guests gathered at BAR Architects during the 2009 AIA San Francisco Convention (Thursday, April 30th, 2009) to celebrate the 45th anniversary of Cal Poly's Architecture Department.
To view the gallery of images, visit AIA Alumni Social .
2009 Thesis Show Gallery
Another succesful year showcasing senior talent. To view the gallery of images, visit Chumash Show 2009 and to view the article chronicling the event, visit The Tribune.
Your Perspectives
As part of the 2009 alumni reception held during the AIA Convention at BAR Architects, we asked for reflections on and rememberences of the hard work, late nights and student shenanigans from the last 45 years. As a result, you shared stories of final critiques, studio pranks, crazed instructors, etc..
Go to the Perspectives web page to see what was submitted.
Post Firm Openings
The Co-op & Internships and Professional Positions web pages under Opportunities have been created for you to communicate to our students about positions available in your firm.
If you wish to provide an entry for posting, send an email to Henri de Hahn, Department Head. The email should include the wording and links you would like included in the posting. Make sure that dates are included so that postings can be placed and removed in a timely manner. The department reserves the right to edit any submittals for length and clarity.