{"id":2365,"date":"2022-07-15T14:28:28","date_gmt":"2022-07-15T18:28:28","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/home.hamptonu.edu\/engineering\/?page_id=2365"},"modified":"2025-12-03T17:28:06","modified_gmt":"2025-12-03T21:28:06","slug":"architecture-special-programs","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/home.hamptonu.edu\/engineering\/architecture-special-programs\/","title":{"rendered":"Architecture – Special Programs"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t
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International Urban Studies Travel Abroad Program<\/h4>

In the summer following successful completion of third year, students are required to participate in a travel program focussing on urban design. The academic program focuses on analysis, documentation, and observational sketching of a variety of urban spaces. During the course of the travel, students study an area that will be the focus of a follow-up design studio upon their return from travel. Most recently studies have been focussed in the south of France, where relationships have been developed with officials and citizens of an area sister city, Toulon. These contacts allow for a deeper understanding of community values and aspirations for the area under study, and thereby enrich the quality of student design proposals. Other programs in the past have involved travel to Tanzania, Thailand, Panama, and Mexico. The program is underwritten by The Sol Cohen Fund, the Marilyn and Ray Gindroz Foundation, and student fees. Most students believe the program is a crucial and beloved part of their academic development.<\/p>

Spring Shadow Studio<\/h4>

First- and second-year architecture students currently have limited access to immersive professional development and early career exposure. To address this gap, the Hampton University Department of Architecture (HUDA) has established a structured externship during the Spring semester that allows students to gain meaningful, hands-on experience with our regional professional network.<\/p>

During Spring Break 2026, HUDA\u2014through a joint partnership with AIA Coastal Virginia and VANOMA\u2014will provide first- and second-year students with direct field experience in local architecture firms throughout the Hampton Roads\/Coastal Virginia region. This initiative is designed to introduce students to architectural practice early in their academic journey, strengthening their professional awareness and supporting long-term career development.<\/p>

The program includes:<\/p>