Program Directory

Catholic University of America
School of Architecture and Planning

Edward M. Crough Center for Architectural Studies
620 Michigan Ave NE
Washington, DC 20064
United States

Main Phone: 202-319-5188
Fax: 202-238-2023
Website: http://architecture.cua.edu/ http://www.cua.edu/
E-mail: cua-arch@cua.edu

Full Member--Small
ACSA Region: Mid Atlantic
FTE Faculty: 13.5
Pre-professional programs: Bachelor of Science in Architecture
Post-professional programs: Master of Architectural Studies Master of Science in Sustainable Design
Study abroad programs: Rome (Undergraduate) Barcelona (Undergraduate) Paris (Undergraduate/Graduate) Summer Foreign Studies (Graduate)
Community design programs: CUAdc: Catholic University of America Design Collaborative
Special programs: Summer Institute for Architecture (SiA) Experiences in Architecture (pre-college)

Mark Ferguson, Dean

Faculty/Staff Roster

ACSA Members: Click here to view detailed Faculty/Staff information (Members Only Content)

Last Updated: 09/03/2024

Did you miss October’s Communicating Humanitarian Shelter Webinar? Join us on Tuesday, November 26, to continue the conversation! ⁠
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Speakers from the International Organization for Migration (IOM) will discuss the critical need for humanitarian shelters to support the world’s most vulnerable populations.⁠ The webinar will also provide valuable insights for students and faculty interested in participating in the 2025 Exhibit Charrette.⁠
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⁠Visit our #LinkInBio for more details! ⁠
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#ACSA #ACSACompetition #StudentCompetition #Humanitarian #Shelter #Webinar #2025ExhibitCharrette

During the 2024 Administrators Conference in Denver, we were pleased to honor two members of the ACSA community: Dr. Oya Atalay Franck and Harry M. Falconer, Jr.⁠
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Dr. Oya Atalay Franck (@oyaatalayfranck), the 2017—2024 President of The European Association for Architectural Education (EAAE), was presented with the Special Recognition Award. This year, she ended her seven-year term as the president of EAAE. During her tenure, Oya and the EAAE Council worked hard to rebuild the organization’s membership and rekindle or expand their connections to ACSA and other organizations, such as the UIA, the AASA in Australasia, and more. ⁠
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Harry M. Falconer, Jr., Senior Architect and Vice President for Policy and International Relations, National Council of Architectural Registration Boards (@NCARB), was presented with the Distinguished Service Award. After 18 years at NCARB and over 20 years of practice, Harry announced his retirement. Harry has been central to many of the changes at NCARB, from the times when NCARB streamlined IDP and became AXP to the creation of the Integrated Path to Architectural Licensure (IPAL) programs. ⁠
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Join us in celebrating Oya and Harry! ⁠
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#ACSA2024Admin #TheLongView #ArchitectureEducation #Administration #Academia #ACSA #ACSAConference

Wrapping up an incredible 2024 Administrators Conference in Denver! With “The Long View” theme guiding our discussions, we explored vital issues in architecture education—from accreditation futures and faculty well-being to mental health, licensure, and the evolving role of universities. ⁠
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Thought-provoking sessions, inspiring keynotes, and powerful panels opened up conversations on the future of our field, encouraging us to think critically about our shared goals. ⁠
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Thank you to all speakers, attendees, and organizers for making this a memorable gathering. Let’s continue to shape the path forward for architectural education! ⁠
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#ACSA2024Admin #TheLongView #ArchitectureEducation #Administration #Academia #ACSA #ACSAConference

Are you interested in informing ACSA’s strategic plan update process? Join us for a virtual Town Hall TOMORROW, November 19, at 7:00 pm EST / 4:00 pm PST.⁠
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All ACSA member school faculty, administrators, and staff are invited to participate. Attendees will join a discussion of opportunities and challenges facing architecture schools now and in the coming years.⁠
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Visit our #LinkInBio to sign up!⁠
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#ACSA #ACSAStrategicPlan #OnlineDiscussion #ArchitecturalEducation #StrategicPlanning #TownHall #ACSALeadership

At the 2024 ACSA Administrators Conference, “The Load We Bear” session confronted the pressing mental health challenges faced by faculty in architectural education. Panelists discussed long-standing issues of stress, workload, and institutional support, which the pandemic has only intensified. ⁠
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As educators navigate their own mental health needs alongside those of their students, the session underscored a need for systemic change and more research into the unique pressures within our field. Let’s continue this crucial conversation to foster well-being in academic communities.⁠
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#ACSA2024Admin #TheLongView #MentalHealth #Wellness #Workload #ArchitectureEducation #HigherEd #Administration #Academia #ACSA #ACSAConference

Liz McMillen's keynote address at the 2024 ACSA Administrators Conference shed light on the evolving direction of higher education. With over 30 years of experience covering academia as Executive Editor of Chronicle Intelligence, Liz offered invaluable insights into the challenges and transformations reshaping the landscape. ⁠
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From faculty concerns to the broader trends affecting universities, her leadership in higher education journalism highlighted the need for innovation, adaptation, and a deeper understanding of the forces at play in today's academic environment.⁠
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#ACSA2024Admin #TheLongView #ArchitectureEducation #HigherEd #Administration #Academia #ACSA #ACSAConference

📣 Deadline Approaching! 📣⁠
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🌍 Is your pedagogy centered on addressing the challenges of climate change’s social effects via architecture?⁠
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🌍 Are you interested in innovative methods to grapple with the intertwined causes and effects of climate change?⁠
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If so, don’t miss the chance to submit a proposal for the 2025 Course Development Prize before November 20, 2024. Participants can compete in two categories: Category I: Full Course and Category II: Course Component. Two proposals will be selected by the jury for five thousand dollars ($5,000) each in cash prizes.⁠
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Visit our #LinkInBio to submit today.⁠
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#ACSA #ColumbiaGSAPP #architecture #climatechange #society #education #community #pedagogy #architectureschool #faculty #teaching #classroom #submitnow

Meet the 2024 Brick Education Prize Jury! ⁠
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Ahmed K. Ali (@aka_the_wasteman) - Texas A&M University (@tamuarch)⁠
Chip Clark - Brick Industry Association (@brickindustry)⁠
Lisa Huang - University of Florida (@ufdcp)⁠
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During their deliberation, the esteemed jury will review Brick Education Prize submissions and select winners—with special consideration given to entries that include methods and themes that innovate and promote sustainable design.⁠
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Stay tuned for the results of their convening, and click the #LinkInBio to learn more⁠! ⁠
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#ACSA #BrickEducationPrize #BIA #BrickIndustryAssociation #EducationPrize #ACSACompetition #SustainableDesign

Registration is now open for the 2025 ACSA/AIA Intersections Research Conference! ⁠
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When: January 9-11, 2025⁠
Where: Austin, Texas⁠
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Attendees will gain an increased awareness of research happening in both academia and design practice as they explore housing as a process, a product, and a place. Registration includes opportunities to explore Austin and the surrounding area through educational tours, engage with attendees at the opening & closing receptions, attend extraordinary keynotes, and more. Register before December 4, 2024, to access the best available rates.⁠
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Visit our #LinkInBio to secure your spot today. ⁠
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#ACSA #AIA #Intersections #Housing #Workshop #Research #Conference #Architecture #ArchitecturalEducation @aianational

Head over to our website to view a full recording of last week’s Communicating Humanitarian Shelter webinar, along with a Q&A. 🎥⁠
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During the webinar, speakers discussed the critical need for humanitarian shelters to support the world’s most vulnerable populations. They also provided valuable insights for students and faculty interested in participating in the 2025 Exhibit Charrette.⁠
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Interested in continuing the conversation? Join us on Tuesday, November 26, at 4 pm ET / 1 pm PT for the second webinar of the series. ⁠
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Visit our #LinkInBio to view the recording and sign up today!⁠
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#ACSA #ACSAWebinar #ACSACompetition #StudentCompetition #Humanitarian #Shelter #Webinar

Founded in 1912 by 10 charter members, ACSA is an international association of architecture schools preparing future architects, designers, and change agents. Our membership includes all of the accredited professional degree programs in the United States and Canada, as well as international schools and 2- and 4-year programs. Together ACSA schools represent some 7,000 faculty educating more than 40,000 students.

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