School of the Built Environment

FUTURE OF DESIGN BUILD

BGSU’s School of the Built Environment is the only school of its kind in the state of Ohio. The newly founded school offers a transformative experience for students who seek to engage in design-build innovation and the creation of exemplary places, structures and systems with the ultimate goal of shaping the future of our built environment.

Optimum coupling of lectures and hands-on-experiences
Faculty with extensive academic qualifications and industry experience
Personal attention and mentorship
Study abroad opportunities
Diverse student organization presence
Strong professional and industry connections

Housed within the College of Technology, Architecture and Applied Engineering, the School of the Built Environment comprises of the Department of Architecture and Environmental Design and the Department of Construction Management, two units of established histories, collaborations and synergies. Within the school, we offer four degrees, including one certificate. These include:

Bachelor of Science in Architecture
Bachelor of Science in Construction Management
Master of Architecture
Master of Technology Management - Construction Management; and a
Graduate Certificate in Construction Management

The mission and core-values of the school highlight the impact and significance of architectural practice and construction management on the user, the environment, and the broader socio-economic context. Our students are immersed in a cuttingedge interdisciplinary learning environment - one that seamlessly infuses design, technical and management education. Our programs remain distinct, because we require 2-3 paid co-op experiences, which typically transition into full-time job opportunities for our students, upon graduation.

A one-of-a-kind learning space

Kokosing Hall is an integrated, state-of-the-art facility that allows for dynamic growth, provide real-world experiences, and prepare for evolving technology and processes that will be more adaptable and cohesive in the future. The new space incorporate student engagement with corporate partners, students, faculty and alumni and afford opportunities for growth in new programs such as facilities management, sustainability and landscaping.

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Student Success Story

A team of construction management students from the School of the Built Environment was awarded 1st place in the New-B New Building competition at the Spring 2023 National Estimating Competition held in Cincinnati, OH.

The team consisted of talented students led by Lisa Schaller, an Assistant Teaching Professor. The students were also privileged to be mentored by industry partners affiliated with the program.

This award is a significant achievement for both the School and University as the team triumphed over high-tiered universities from different regions nationwide.

Congratulations to the winning team!

Student team members: Lucas Turner, Isaiah LaTurner, Sebastian Bransky, Jason Mefferd, Joseph Gase and Trent Gray

For additional information please visit the link below:
https://www.aia.org/articles/6673609-aia-toledo-names-2023-design-award-recipie

Yazan Sahawneh, a graduate student in the Master of Architecture program in the School of the Built Environment, won a Design Award at the 2023 American Institute of Architects Toledo Chapter (as part of this thesis work) under the mentorship of Yong Huang, Assistant Professor.

This architecture design project is based on the theme of a planetarium. An educational institution reconstructed as a new wave of information and connectivity; connectivity with one's self, society, and the universe. The project proposes a scenario of connectivity and revitalization of urban brown fields to juxtaposed along an iconic historic anchor in the city of Toledo, Ohio.

News

See the latest BGSU School of the Built Environment news

Falcon News In Brief: A bite-sized briefing of notable BGSU faculty, student and alumni news BGSU Weekly Briefs, Sept. 5: Notable accomplishments by BGSU faculty, students and alumni
BUILT for the future With real-world collaboration at the forefront of its curriculum, the School of the Built Environment marries two areas of expertise that work together before and after graduation.
BGSU formally dedicates Kokosing Hall, home of the School of the Built Environment BGSU dedicates Kokosing Hall, former Park Avenue building, as home of School of the Built Environment
Falcon News In Brief: A bite-sized briefing of notable BGSU faculty, student and alumni news BGSU Weekly Briefs, March 3: Notable accomplishments by BGSU faculty, students and alumni
Founding director of School of the Built Environment is Ohio AIA Architect of the Year, hailed for his commitment to the profession BGSU professor Dr. Arsenio Rodrigues is named Ohio AIA Architect of the Year by the Toledo Chapter of the American Institute of Architects.
Young architect, alumnus recognized for work designing civic-centered structures in northwest Ohio BGSU alumnus and adjunct instructor Alex Schrinel '17 is named Emerging Professional of the Year for 2022 by the Toledo Chapter of the American Institute of Architects.

Contact

101 Kokosing Hall
Bowling Green State University
Bowling Green, Ohio 43404
419-372-2724
builtenvironment@bgsu.edu

Updated: 11/08/2023 06:50PM