On Nov. 23, amongst colleagues, friends and family, the AIA East Tennessee bestowed its highest honor, the Gold Medal, upon Robert C. French. The Gold Medal recognizes those who have made a lasting impact on…
Disruption is not a bad thing. When it’s applied to a stubborn or outdated belief, disruption is a welcome state. One such myth is that industry and academia cannot—or should not—partner. In 2020, our college…
Architecture students, led by Distinguished Lecturer James Rose, are embarking on a project that will benefit the Knoxville community--especially those who spend time on the Tennessee River--for years to come. In early October 2021, Rose's…
The unique and innovative BarberMcMurry Endowed Professorship has brought acclaimed architects to the college since 2013, and this year is no exception. The College of Architecture and Design is pleased to announce Jenny Wu and…
Since 2017, Professor Mark DeKay in the School of Architecture has been researching a concerning trend in architecture: People’s disconnection from nature. Now, with support from a 2021 Chancellor’s Grant for Faculty Research, DeKay will…
Dean Jason Young has named Scott Wall, professor in the School of Architecture, interim director of the school for the 2021-2022 school year. Wall will assume the position on July 1, 2021. Young previously served…
UPDATE: Deadline extended until Oct. 31. DesignIntelligence, the industry's premiere journal, has opened its annual surveys for hiring/supervising professionals, students/young alumni and deans of colleges of architecture and design across the country. Input from the…
Our students use exploration and innovation to transform the world with design. During spring 2021, a studio in the School of Architecture looked at the issues related to housing in America and addressed them head…
The College of Architecture and Design is pleased to announce the appointment of Jason Young as the 12th dean of the college. On May 12, 2021, University of Tennessee, Knoxville, Provost John Zomchick made the…
Local Firm Also Earns National Award A UT College of Architecture and Design alumnus was recently named a recipient of the American Institute of Architects 2021 Young Architects Award. Among the 20 recipients for 2021,…
