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New Appointments in the School of Architecture

POSTED ON: September 26, 2024

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We are excited to announce two new appointments in the School of Architecture for the 2024-2025 academic year:

Assistant Professor Mersiha Veledar, R.A. |  Acting Assistant Dean

A proud alumna, Mersiha has been a dedicated faculty member since 2005, teaching and coordinating a variety of innovative studios and seminars. She has played a pivotal role in leading the teaching team of our summer program, "Introduction to Architecture," for high school and college students, and has played a significant role on our Admissions Committee over the years. In her new role as Acting Assistant Dean, Mersiha will primarily focus on our re-accreditation efforts in preparation for the visiting committee this spring.

Associate Professor Michael Young, R.A. | Coordinator of Graduate Studies

Michael has been a valued member of our faculty since 2005, teaching across all levels of our undergraduate Design sequence and in the graduate Design studio. His electives and seminars consistently attract full enrollment with long waitlists. Awarded tenure in 2022, he is also the author of REALITY MODELED AFTER IMAGES and a recipient of the Rome Prize. As the Coordinator of Graduate Studies, Michael will collaborate with various constituencies to develop and implement a strategic vision for the graduate program, focusing on curriculum development, recruitment, and enhanced internship and career development opportunities.

The School of Architecture warmly welcomes these esteemed colleagues to their new roles. We look forward to the incredible contributions they will make in these capacities!

Hayley Eber, Acting Dean

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