Welcoming BIPOC students into the STEM fields supports a more equitable workforce and strengthens the connection between education and industry. By foregrounding marginalized voices we also broaden perspectives and dismantle barriers in order to fuel future innovation.

During the design process for the reimagined Vernier Science Center, Portland State University’s engagement of a BIPOC cohort shifted design outcomes in unexpected ways, with powerful results that will impact future campus projects. Join to learn how you can authentically engage BIPOC voices in your campus projects while integrating atypical design and program strategies necessary to support success.

Speakers

• Amy Running, Associate Principal at Bora Architecture & Interiors
• Leina Naversen, Associate at Bora Architecture & Interiors
• Athena Rilatos, Master of Architecture Student at Portland State University
• Todd Rosenstiel, Dean of College of Liberal Arts and Sciences at Portland State University

Learning objectives

1. Describe how to effectively engage BIPOC students from the beginning of design 
2. Translate a client vision for equity into action 
3. Identify how design can help dismantle some of the barriers facing BIPOC students
4. Reconsider assumptions about the nature of a science learning environment

CEUs

This webinar is approved for 1 AIA LU|Elective.

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