Posted on September 24, 2025
Post categories: Students
Welcome to fall quarter at the College of Built Environments! We’re so excited to welcome you to campus and help you start the year with connection, support, and momentum. Whether you’re joining us as an undergraduate or graduate student, this roundup includes key events, orientation dates, and helpful contacts.
College-Wide Events
Upcoming CBE Events
CBE Welcome Back Lounge (Gould Gallery)
Wednesday, September 29–October 3
- Stop by during the week of Sept. 29 to relax, meet other students, and recharge.
Puzzling with the Dean
Wednesday, September 24
- 12:00–1:00 p.m. in Gould Court
- A relaxed chance to chat with Dean Yocom over snacks and puzzles.
“Acts of Conscience” Exhibition, Curated by Buster Simpson
Monday, October 13–November 14
- Opening Lecture + Reception: Oct. 15, 6:00 p.m.
- Locations: Gould 322 (lecture) & Gould Gallery (reception)
- RSVP by using this link.
Construction Management Career Expo
Tuesday, November 4 | 11:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m. in the HUB Ballroom (2nd Floor)
Orientation
College of Built Environments New Student Orientation
Date: Tuesday, September 23
Time: 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Location: Architecture Hall, Room 147
College of Built Environments Student Lunch & Resource Fair
Date: Tuesday, September 23
Time: 12:00 p.m. – 1:30 p.m.
Location: Gould Hall, Gould Court
Join all incoming CBE students for lunch (provided) in Gould Court. We will accommodate dietary needs. During lunch, college clubs and affinity groups will be available at tables for you to learn more.
Department-specific orientation information:
Each department hosts its own orientation sessions. Find your program below and connect with your adviser if you have questions.
Architecture New Student Orientation
- Undergraduate Students: Contact Tracy Pitt, Undergraduate Academic Adviser, at tdpitt@uw.edu.
- Graduate Students: Contact Claudine Manio, Graduate Academic Adviser, at claudine@uw.edu for more information.
Construction Management New Student Orientation
Undergraduate Students:
- Class of 2026: Wednesday, September 24, 12:00-1:20 p.m. at CERC
- Class of 2027: Monday, September 22 9:30 a.m.-1:00 p.m. at CERC
- Class of 2028: Monday, September 22, 3:30-4:30 p.m. in Architecture Hall 160
- Class of 2029: Monday, September 22, 1:30-3:00 p.m. in Architecture Hall 160
Graduate Students: Monday, September 22 in Architecture Hall G070
- 12:30-1:30 p.m. – Optional campus tour hosted by current students
- 1:30-2:30 p.m. – International student orientation – Required for all F-1 visa holders
- 2:30-3:00 p.m. – Break and Refreshments
- 3:00-5:00 p.m. – New student orientation – Required for all students
Landscape Architecture New Student Orientation
- Undergraduate Students: Contact Jennie Li, Undergraduate Academic Adviser, at jencyli@uw.edu.
- Graduate Students: Contact Julie Parrett, Graduate Program Coordinator, at parrettj@uw.edu.
Real Estate New Student Orientation
[Details to be added]
- Undergraduate Students: Contact Nikita Anderson, Undergraduate Advisor, at remajor@uw.edu.
- Graduate Students: Contact Eli Heller at hellere@uw.edu.
Urban Design & Planning New Student Orientation
- MUP Program Inquiries: Contact Diana Siembor, Graduate Academic Adviser, at udp@uw.edu.
- MIPM Graduate Program: Online orientation on Tuesday, September 9, 4-5:30 p.m.; contact Karen Fishler, kfishler@uw.edu, for zoom link.
- CEP Program Inquiries: Contact Ulises Herrera, Program Manager, at uherrera@uw.edu.
- Interdisciplinary PhD in Urban Design and Planning: September 23, 3:00-4:30 p.m. in Gould 440; contact Neile Graham at urbdp@uw.edu
PhD in the Built Environment New Student Orientation
- September 23, 9:00 a.m. in Gould 442. Contact bephd@uw.edu for more information.
For more information, check out our student services page.
Questions? Contact Megan Brown, herzomeg@uw.edu.