Yale School of Architecture
Yale School of Architecture is one of the constituent professional schools of Yale University, located in New Haven, Connecticut. It is widely recognized as one of the leading architecture schools in the world. The school offers a range of programs including the Master of Architecture (M.Arch), Master of Environmental Design (M.E.D.), and Ph.D. in Architecture.
History[edit | edit source]
The Yale School of Architecture was established in 1916 as the Department of Architecture within the Yale School of Fine Arts. It became an independent professional school in 1972. The school has a rich history of influential faculty and alumni, including Paul Rudolph, who served as the chair of the department from 1958 to 1965, and Robert A. M. Stern, who served as dean from 1998 to 2016.
Programs[edit | edit source]
The school offers several degree programs:
- Master of Architecture (M.Arch) - A professional degree program accredited by the National Architectural Accrediting Board (NAAB).
- Master of Environmental Design (M.E.D.) - A research-based program focusing on the relationship between the built environment and social, cultural, and environmental factors.
- Ph.D. in Architecture - A doctoral program aimed at advancing knowledge in architectural history, theory, and criticism.
Facilities[edit | edit source]
The Yale School of Architecture is housed in Rudolph Hall, a building designed by Paul Rudolph. The building is known for its Brutalist architecture and serves as a central hub for the school's activities. The school also has access to the Yale Center for British Art and the Yale University Art Gallery, which provide additional resources for students.
Notable Faculty and Alumni[edit | edit source]
The school has been home to many notable architects and scholars, including:
- Paul Rudolph - Former chair and influential modernist architect.
- Robert A. M. Stern - Former dean and prominent postmodern architect.
- Maya Lin - Designer of the Vietnam Veterans Memorial.
- Eero Saarinen - Renowned architect known for his work on the Gateway Arch and TWA Flight Center.
Related Pages[edit | edit source]
- Yale University
- Master of Architecture
- Paul Rudolph
- Robert A. M. Stern
- Maya Lin
- Eero Saarinen
- Brutalist architecture
- National Architectural Accrediting Board
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