College of Built Environments
Architecture
Construction Management
Landscape Architecture
Real Estate
Urban Design & Planning






We all live in built environments. They are the spaces where we reside, work, gather, and travel. Within the College of Built Environments, students and faculty collaborate to address some of the most critical questions about how humans shape and interact with the natural world.
Built Environments Spotlight
Ken Yocom Named Dean
He brings a student-centered vision and a deep commitment to addressing housing, climate, infrastructure, and equity through collaboration and practice.
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News and Events
Jun 17, 2025Celebrating Faculty RetirementsCongratulations to Kimo Griggs, Peter Cohan, Steve Badanes, and Darlene Septelka—four extraordinary educators whose decades of teaching, mentorship, and leadership have left a lasting impact.Read more
Jun 16, 2025Congratulations, Class of 2025!We are proud to celebrate a remarkable group of architects, planners, designers, developers, and builders who have embodied care, collaboration, and responsibility.Read more
Jun 11, 2025Honoring CBE Faculty & StaffThe 2025 awardees represent the best of who we are—supporting students, advancing our programs, and making a lasting impact through teaching, service, and leadership.Read more 



Building a Better World
#1Public University in the World for InnovationReuters
#2Best Public University in the U.S.U.S. News & World Report
100%Mentorship Placement rate in the College of Built Environments
