Please join the College of Built Environments and the UW Alumni Association for the 2009-10 BE Lecture Series focusing on emerging issues in research and practice, especially those that address urbanization and sustainability.
| When: | Oct. 15 and Nov. 6, 6:30-8 p.m. (More lecture dates TBA) |
| Where: | Kane Hall, UW Seattle. See individual lectures for details. |
| Cost: | All BE lectures are free and open to the public. |
| Space is limited and advance registration is recommended. Register for each of the lectures individually using the links below. | |
You may also register by calling the UWAA at 206-543-0540.
Schedule
Thursday, October 15, 2009
Growing Infrastructure
At a time when substantial investments in infrastructure are needed, designers look to alternative solutions to transform our cities into healthy, productive and resourceful built environments. Martin Felsen, one of the founding principals of UrbanLab, will explore the value of infrastructure as a robust design opportunity to strengthen communities and revitalize cities.
More information and online registration...
Friday, November 6, 2009
Sustaining Beauty
For our culture to be sustainable, designed landscapes must provoke those who experience them to become more aware of the environment and to care enough to make changes. Professor Meyer will examine the role of beauty and aesthetics in a sustainability agenda.
More information and online registration...
Additional lectures will be announced soon. Visit the College of Built Environments site to stay apprised of all future BE events.
