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University Studies Global Arts, Planning, Design, & Construction Introductions! Howdy! My name is Michael Clement I am one of the University Studies Architecture (USAR) advisors I started out in the College of Architecture
❖ I am one of the University Studies – Architecture (USAR) advisors ❖ I started out in the College of Architecture ❖ In the end, I received my Bachelors in Tourism Management ❖ I then went on to earn a Masters in Tourism Development
Howdy! My name is Alondra Rojas
❖ I am also one of the University Studies – Architecture (USAR) advisors ❖ Founded the Environmental Design Mentorship Program in 2018 ❖ I graduated from the College of Architecture with a Bachelor
History ❖ I will continue to pursue my Masters in Architecture and Licensing in Texas
What is University Studies Architecture – Global Arts, Planning, Design & Construction (USAR-GPD)?
Component Hours Concentration Courses (including study abroad) 25 Minor #1 15-18 Minor #2 15-18 Electives & Prerequisite Courses 17-26 TAMU University Core Curriculum Courses 42 TOTAL HOURS 120
College of Architecture Concentration In the Global Arts, Planning, Design & Construction Concentration, students learn about: ▪architectural theory ▪design ▪construction ▪landscape architecture ▪urban and regional planning Your Concentration courses provide you with a broad base understanding of the built enviroment. Minors The combination of minors you choose is up to you and your desired career path.
➢ The only restriction with minors is that at least one minor must be outside the College of Architecture (both can be outside of CARC).
limited amount of flexibility and deviation.
preclude deviation
interest to develop a customized educational experience
from the College of Architecture
❖Business ❖Leadership in the Design and Construction Process ❖Facility Management ❖Art and Architectural History ❖Art ❖Creative Studies ❖Computer Science ❖Urban Planning
One of the minors must be outside the College of Architecture
*to become a licensed Architect, student must attend graduate school
an Animator:
Architect*:
*to become a licensed Landscape Architect, student must attend graduate school
Project Manager:
USAR-GPD students are required to participate in a faculty-led study abroad program. Students are only required to go abroad for 1 summer session. Locations have included: ➢Barcelona, Spain ➢Bonn, Germany ➢London, UK ➢Taiwan/China
Currently, 5 week study abroad programs cost from $9,000 to $12,000 depending on the program and the location. Start budgeting for the program early!
Graduates can pursue careers in architecture, planning, design and construction related fields such as: ❖ Construction ❖ Urban Planning ❖ Graphic Design ❖ Surveying and Mapping ❖ Geography ❖ Environmental Science ❖ Land Development ❖ Real Estate Graduates are also prepared to enter graduate school to obtain a professional degree in the fields of: ❖ Architecture ❖ Landscape Architecture ❖ Urban Planning ❖ Construction Management ❖ Land & Property Development ❖ Environmental Engineering
❖ College of Architecture is a NO PROBATION college
▪ A student’s overall GPA cannot fall below a 2.0 ▪ Students cannot have two consecutive semesters with a semester GPA below a 2.0
❖ Per Student Rule 61.2.3, students are required to check their TAMU email address on a frequent basis
▪ It is recommended you check your email at least once per day
❖ Keep your local and permanent address and phone number updated ❖ You are REQUIRED to study abroad
▪ We help you develop a plan to reach your career goal ▪ We work with you to help you stay on track ▪ We work with you to ensure that you are able to make informed choices ▪ We do what we can to help you get where you want to go
▪ GO TO CLASS! ▪ Plan in advance. Failure to plan will put yourself at a disadvantage that we as advisors may not be able to mitigate ▪ If you need help, get help! The sooner, the better ▪ Keep track of your progress, your degree requirements, and your minor requirements
▪ ASK QUESTIONS!
▪ Include your name, UIN, and a detailed description of what you need or your situation ▪ Read our entire response before replying ▪ Remember to follow-up if needed
▪ Appointment
▪ Appointments can be scheduled via Howdy.tamu.edu
▪ Plan ahead!
▪ Show up!
▪ College of Architecture is a no probation college ▪ If your cumulative GPA drops below a 2.0, you will be dismissed
▪ Yes, this means read your email ▪ We have seen students not graduate because they couldn’t be bothered to check their email ▪ Don’t be that person!
❖ Join the Interdisciplinary Design and Construction Association!
▪ This fall will be the first semester for the student
University Studies Architecture students.
❖ Plan!
▪ Write down important dates and deadlines ▪ Schedule to meet with your advisors BEFORE registration starts ▪ Start saving for your study abroad program ▪ Always have a Plan B and C. You know what, throw in a plan D… just in case.
❖ These websites are your friends
▪ howdy.tamu.edu ▪ Your transcript, the course catalog, your schedule, financial aid, holds, important info, etc ▪ registrar.tamu.edu ▪ Important information, important dates, important forms ▪ studyhub.tamu.edu ▪ Need help with a course (at no additional cost to you)? Check here ▪ arch.tamu.edu ▪ Important information, important dates, important forms- all specific to the College of Architecture
College of Architecture
Co l l e g e o f A rc h i t e c t u r e N a vi g a t e – 2 e a s y w a ys t o s c h e d u l e
Visit Howdy
▪ Go to My Record tab
▪ Click:
Navigate – Schedule Advising Appointments
▪ Select:
▪ Select: Type Appt. - Advising Texas A&M University College/Reason – AR – College of Architecture, Office
▪ Choose:
Reason for Appointment – ex. AR – General Advising Location by major – ex. AR- Langford Architecture
Center Building A (ARCA), Room 219
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Well there ARE dumb questions, but I doubt your questions will be dumb.
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Unless you can’t speak. Then I guess technically questions in sign language are technically dumb questions.
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If there aren’t any more questions we’re done for now. I’ll see you all in the Student Computing Center for registration. Be there around 1:30pm.
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