Overview
Imagine
Studying architecture can change your life. Our Pre-College program intends to do exactly that. Imagine serious dynamic discussions about buildings, cities and design. Imagine mornings on campus learning to draw not only what you see, but also what you envision. Imagine creating images and forms with the latest digital technology and seeing firsthand how those technologies are used in today’s architectural practice. Imagine provocative debates about the social responsibilities of our profession. Imagine movie nights, behind-thescenes architectural tours and lunch-time talks with remarkable architects, artists, designers and engineers. Imagine the new friends you’ll make, the new ideas you’ll explore and the new places you’ll discover!
Achieve
We set our goals high. As a student in the Pre-College Architecture Program you will:
- Acquire design, drawing, model building, computer and public-speaking skills, and establish a strong knowledge base central to helping you succeed as a college freshman
- Investigate principles of form, function, space and technology through the act of learning by doing
- Take initiative and be given responsibility to challenge your own design abilities and critical thinking skills
- Be exposed to the research, scholarship and practice of accomplished architects, artists and designers who will act as faculty and visitors, and have direct access to their work and ideas
- Develop an impressive portfolio of creative work in a variety of media
Gain a knowledge base that will help you succeed as a college freshman while developing an impressive portfolio of creative work!