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What the Skilled Labor Shortage Means for Homeowners

Originally published by This Old House Reviews, written by Stephanie Minasian-Koncewicz The U.S. construction industry is facing a critical shortage of skilled labor, with far-reaching consequences for homeowners. Following the Great Recession, the industry lost more than 2.2 million workers—nearly 29% of its workforce—and has yet to recover. As a result, homeowners are experiencing higher renovation costs, fewer available contractors…

New Endowed Scholarship Supports Study Abroad for College of Architecture Students

The future of architecture students studying abroad is being supported by a new endowed scholarship created by Timothy Keneipp ’68, alumni of the College of Architecture. The Timothy Keneipp Study Abroad Scholarship is designed to help students within the College of Architecture at Texas A&M University pursue international experiences that broaden their perspectives and shape their futures in the field.

Building Excellence: Texas A&M Construction Science Teams Dominate Competitions

The Texas A&M College of Architecture’s Construction Science program is celebrating a record-breaking achievement with four teams securing first-place finishes in regional and national competitions. “I’m always proud to announce that our students can go up against any other school and come out on top academically,” said Patrick Suermann, interim dean of the College of Architecture. “This year we have…

TAMU and UT Austin Students Join Forces for First-Ever COLLAB Event

Urban planning students from Texas A&M University and the University of Texas at Austin gathered on April 3-4 for the inaugural COLLAB event, a student-led initiative aimed at tackling the pressing challenges of urban growth and sustainability in Texas. Spearheaded by Liz Grindstaff ‘86, of the college’s Urban Planning Professional Advisory Council, COLLAB brought together aspiring planners from both institutions to collaborate…

EXTEC More Information

Enabling Research Areas • ISRU Materials Development for Structures and Machinery • High-fidelity Simulant Characterization and Testing • Multi-scale Modeling for Materials Formation, Radiation Degradation • Planning and Requirements Building for Infrastructure • Additive, Subtractive and Automated Construction • Robotics and System Integration • Materials, Power, CNC for fully autonomous • Testing of Human/Robotic-Assisted Operations…

Creative Works

Progress, innovation and change cannot happen without creativity. Embracing creative work as a type of scholarship can solve problems, inspire change, and transform the human environment and experience. A true mecca for interdisciplinary efforts, the College of Architecture’s diverse yet complimentary programs work together to shape and improve the natural, built and virtual environments. In a world where technology…

Extraterrestrial Engineering and Construction (EXTEC) Research

Strategic Vision: Unite Expertise To Accelerate Readiness Texas A&M University’s Extraterrestrial Engineering and Construction — EXTEC— research team activates the interdisciplinary internal and external collaborations required to accelerate the development and testing of materials and methods for on- and off-Earth civil engineering and construction solutions. Our driving force is to discover, develop and validate applied infrastructure solutions through robust modeling,…

What to Know About Construction Management Certifications

The Master of Science in Construction Management provides the foundation for an exciting and influential career in construction management; helping future construction managers, construction project managers, and general contractors develop the unique technical and leadership skills needed to thrive in this demanding industry. While construction management master’s programs can provide a proven path to advancement, the benefits degree can be…

Urban planning professor named youngest distinguished scholar by geography org

A Texas A&M urban planning professor is the youngest in history to receive an award from the American Association of Geographers (AAG) for his groundbreaking work integrating geography, urban planning and data science. Dr. Xinyue Ye, Harold L. Adams Endowed Professor of Urban Planning, is AAG’s youngest Distinguished Scholar, an award usually achieved mid-to-late career. He holds the record…

2020 Celebration of Excellence

Final Study books from the Master of Architecture class of 2020 Community Revitalization Anthony Antunez View Project (PDF) Art & the City Aniekan Bassey-Etuk View Project (PDF) Borderline Andrea Batarse View Project…