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The University of Pittsburgh
History of Art & Architecture Undergraduate Newsletter

Issue 1 | Summer 2007

Members of the class of 2007: Jamie Leonardi, Kim Hall, Gretchen Bender (director of undergraduate advising), Diana Neal, Padraic Driscoll, Felicite Zimmermann, Don Simpson, and Alli Frymoyer.

Hail To Pitt!

Congratulations to the Class of 2007

The April 2007 graduating class was particularly impressive. Several Architectural Studies majors have been accepted into BArch or MArch programs. Of the 39 History of Art and Architecture majors, 77% graduated with university honors (9 cum laude, 14 magna cum laude, and 7 summa cum laude). Seven of these graduates completed an independent honors research project in our department. The average GPA for HAA majors was 3.55 and 25 students earned an additional major from another department. Read more about achievements and future plans of the class of 2007.

Student News

Exploring “Denmarkitecture”
AS Major Spends Semester in Copenhagen
AS major Zack Walters spent a semester studying abroad at Denmark's International Study Program (DIS) in Copenhagen. DIS is a highly competitive, English-language design program affiliated with the University of Copenhagen. Read what Zack has to say about his experience.

AS 2006-2007 Highlights

The Architectural Studies Program thrived last year. Highlights include a new design studio, a Chicago architecture tour, a national symposium, and a new AS course. Get all the details.

HAA 2006-2007 Highlights
Highlights from the past year include Prof. Harris' class trip to New York City and majors receiving both departmental awards and external honors. Read more.

Postcard

Jade Ward, HAA major

“I'm studying in Valencia, Spain for the semester. I'm really enjoying the beautiful climate, the old city, and the wonderful Spanish culture with many siestas, good food, and a wild night life. I've had a chance to see works by Goya, Velazquez (including Las Meninas and my favorite Los Barrachos), and many more in Madrid at the Prado." Continue reading Jade’s postcard from abroad.

Club News

AS Club

The Architectural Studies Club flourished last year thanks to a vibrant group of leaders and dedicated members. Major events included a trip to Fallingwater, the Museum of Steel Design Charette, and the 2010 Imperative teach-in on global warming. Get all the info on AS Club happenings.

HAA Club

Last year, HAA club presidents Mark Mangini (fall term) and Jodi Goldbach (spring term) engaged eager members with a variety of activities. Among other events, members maintained a relationship with Children’s Hospital, volunteering with the window mural painting program throughout the year. Learn more about the club.


Undergraduates are encouraged to contact Emily Schantz (ets2@pitt.edu) with information to be considered for inclusion in the next issue of the undergraduate newsletter.