Daily Archives: November 12, 2015

Course: Integrated Sustainability Design Lab

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Read on to learn about this great course: 

The Department of Architecture is offering an interdisciplinary studio (Arch/CM 404) this winter quarter with two engineering design labs: Structures and Sustainability (offered for graduate and undergraduate students Arch498G/598A respectively). The course includes focused topical instruction and interdisciplinary design and collaboration.

Both Labs (3 credits each): 

These three-credit labs provides a unique opportunity to develop your ability to integrate technical expertise with architectural design. You will learn how configure and size heavy timber structures within the context of an interdisciplinary design process that must balance aesthetics, cost, constructability, structure and sustainability. You will be working with an interdisciplinary team to develop an integrated proposal for a wood framed, high performance office building.

These labs are a companion to a 6 credit architectural studio (project-based design class) ARCH/CM 404. 

  • Time Schedule: Mondays from 3:30-5:20 for lecture, and Fridays from 1:30-5:20 for interdisciplinary collaboration with student team members
  • Prerequisites: 2 quarters of structures courses. Junior standing (if an undergraduate)
  • To register: Undergrads register for Arch 498G, Grads register for Arch 598A
  • More Information: Email Professor Kate Simonen at ksimonen@uw.edu

Structures Design Lab: Ideal for students with a focus on structures, they will be learning how to configure and size heavy timber structures (including CLT). 

Sustainability Design Lab: Ideal for students with a broad interest in building energy performance. The course will include energy modeling and integration of sustainability strategies. 

 

UW Pipeline’s Environmental Alternative Spring Break

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Read on to learn about the UW Pipeline Project’s Environmental Alternative Spring Break, a program that connects groups of undergrad students with elementary and middle school students in rural and tribal communities around WA during Spring Break through environmental science projects. In order to prepare curriculum, UW Pipeline Project has a winter seminar that they are recruiting for. The application was just released, and is due on Nov. 30th:

Environmental Alternative Spring Break

Application Due November 30th, 2015

Want to do something meaningful with your Spring Break? Apply for Environmental Alternative Spring Break! 

What: The UW Pipeline Project provides opportunities for undergraduates to spend their spring break connecting with students in rural or tribal communities throughout Washington State. Environmental Alternative Spring Break (EASB) provides the unique opportunity for UW students to plan and design their environmental science curriculum during winter quarter. In addition to teaching, EASB also emphasizes the importance of deepening community relationships across Washington State. Each team seeks out ways to get involved in the community during their week of teaching.

When & Requirements:  Continue reading →

Bonderman Travel Fellowship Application Now Open

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Interested in engaging in independent exploration and travel abroad? Read on to learn more about the Bonderman Travel Fellowship and the application deadlines:

The 2016 Bonderman Travel Fellowship application is now available and we encourage you to consider applying. This fellowship offers University of Washington graduate/professional and undergraduate students (from Seattle, Tacoma, and Bothell campuses) an opportunity to engage in independent exploration and travel abroad.

Up to 7 graduate and 7 undergraduate Bonderman Fellowships will be awarded in Spring 2016. Each Fellowship carries a $20,000 award to be used only for extended solo international travel. Fellows may not conduct research, pursue an academic project, or participate in a formal program or organization.

Upcoming Dates and Deadlines:

  • Applications must be submitted by 12:00 pm (noon) on January 11, 2016
  • Information Sessions
    • In person
      • Wed. Nov. 4, 10:30 AM to 12:00 PM; Allen Auditorium (Rm. 181 L, Allen Library)
      • Thurs. Nov. 19, 1:30 PM to 3:00 PM; Allen Auditorium (Rm. 181 L, Allen Library)
    • Webinar
      • Registration Required
      • Thursday, Nov. 12th, 5:30 PM to 7:00 PM
      • Tuesday, Nov. 24th, Noon – 1:30 PM
    • Q & A Webinar
      • Registration Required
      • Thursdays, Dec. 3, 2015 – Jan. 7, 2016; 12:15-12:45 PM

Eligibility: Continue reading →

Prototype Funding and Upcoming Team Formation Night – EIC

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Read on to learn about prototype funding options and the upcoming team formation nights for the Alaska Airlines Environmental Innovation Challenge:

Have a great idea for an innovation that will contribute to a healthier planet? We have funding to help build your prototype — Apply by December 20th!

Student teams are invited to apply for funding to build prototypes for the Alaska Airlines Environmental Innovation Challenge. These funds can be used to purchase materials, rent equipment, or hire short-term workers with skills beyond the team’s capacity. Application opens Tuesday, Dec. 1st and closes Sunday, Dec. 20th at midnight.

Upcoming Dates and Deadlines:

  • Team Formation Nights + Panel of Past Participants
    • Thursday, November 19, 5:30-7:30 PM in the HUB Rm. 145
  • Team Formation Night
    • Wednesday, December 2nd, 5:30-7:00 PM in the HUB Rm. 332
  • Prototype Application DUE
    • December 20th at midnight
    • Go to EIC.Washington.edu to be directed to the application, which opens on Dec. 1st.
  • Team Registration DUE
    • January 22nd to February 1st (Open your online account with basic team information
  • OFFICIAL EIC ENTRY DUE
    • February 21st. No late entries accepted!
    • Upload your 5-7 page business summary

About the EIC: Continue reading →