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Discover Architecture Pre-College Program 2009 Program Dates

Session 1: Sunday, June 14—Saturday, June 27, 2009
Session 2: Sunday, July 12—Saturday, July 25, 2009

Overview

discover Architecture 2009 is a unique opportunity for high school juniors and seniors and for beginning college students interested in pursuing a career in architecture to learn about the roles and responsibilities of today's architects and the related disciplines.

Studio design projects supplemented with daily seminars, demonstrations, slide presentations, films, and field trips give students "hands on" experience and the knowledge of what will be expected of them in college and the profession. This program is rigorous and intense and requires students to work and concentrate in a mature and serious way. Instruction and activities are scheduled mornings, afternoons, and evenings. Students also have opportunities for interaction with faculty and other students in the program.

With successful completion of the program, the School of Architecture formally recognizes the student's efforts with a certificate noting their participation in discover Architecture 2009. Please understand that completion of the program does not guarantee admission to the University of Illinois.

The School of Architecture at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign was established in 1869, making it the second-oldest architecture program in the United States. Since its beginning, the School of Architecture has been a national and international leader in architectural education.

Faculty and teaching assistants from the School of Architecture work directly with each student. Enrollment is limited to ensure an extraordinarily low student/instructor ratio of one instructor for every 12-15 students.

Fees

The program fee is $(to be determined) for one session in addition to a non-refundable $25 application fee. This fee includes the cost of room and board, drawing supplies and equipment, two books on architecture, a field trip to Columbus, Indiana, and a studio fee. Additional costs for non-academic functions are not included.
Because the program is limited to no more than 40 students per session, it is important to apply early.  All applicants will be notified when their application has been received.  At the time of notification a $100 non-refundable retainer fee must be deposited to the School of Architecture which will be applied towards the program fee.

Studio

The design process in the architectural design studio is the primary emphasis of the program. Mornings and afternoons are spent in studio where students apply information from the morning session into their design solutions. Throughout the two weeks students work on a series of short design exercises related to a single, comprehensive, architectural design project. Individual instruction, small seminars, and periodic reviews of work will culminate in a final presentation.

 

Seminars

Each day School of Architecture faculty and visiting professionals demonstrate and discuss architecture and the design process.

Films, Slides, Discussions

Evenings are a time of exploration and discussion in a more informal and casual atmosphere. Films and slides introducing students to architects, ideas, and architectural projects are followed by group discussions. Time is also devoted to discussions on architectural education, how to chose a university, and requirements for entering the profession. Students have access to studios during early evening hours to work on design projects for the next day.

Accommodations

Students live and eat in a supervised University residence hall.

Eligibility

One letter of recommendation is required: the letter is to be from the student's parent(s) or guardian(s) indicating an interest in, and the motivation for, participating in this college-level course. Students must complete the attached application for registration and return it with the letter of recommendation and a non-refundable $25 application fee to the School of Architecture.

To apply, send the application below, the letter of recommendation, and a check or money order for the $25 application fee to:

School of Architecture
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
ATTN: Rhonda Frank
608 Taft Drive
Champaign, Illinois 61820

• Please make checks payable to
  the University of Illinois
• Remember to include the $25 non- refundable application fee
• A $100 retainer will be required upon notification of acceptance
  and will be applicable toward program fee

Application — Please Print

Name___________________________________________________________________

 

Address_________________________________________________________________

 

City_______________________________State___________________Zip___________

 

Telephone_______________________________________________________________

 

E-mail__________________________________________________________________

 

High School______________________________________________________________

 

Graduation Date__________________________________________________________

 

Male________________ Female_________________ (Check one)

 

Please circle the session you would prefer to attend: 

Session 1:  Sunday, June 14-Saturday, June 27                       

Session 2:  Sunday, July 12-Saturday, July 25

 

I understand the Statements contained in this page and certify that I am eligible to register.

 

Student's Signature________________________________Date___________________

 

Parent's Signature__________________________________Date___________________

 

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