School of Architecture + Community Development

Provided architecture, urban design, planning and landscape assistance for community development projects in collaboration with local stakeholders along the Mississippi Gulf Coast. Projects included streetscapes, stormwater gardens, bike routes, homestead restoration, educational outreach and elevated single-family home design.

Produced technical and presentation drawings as well as digital models, and assisted in the development of sustainable residential and commercial architecture projects. Managed publicity, outreach and successful awards submissions for the firm.

"Energy and Environmental Management"2009-2010 Outstanding Graduate Student Instructor Award.

Performed all editorial tasks, including text and image editing, book development and curatorial work. Developed marketing materials and managed outreach to prospective book buyers and libraries.

Prepared manuscripts and graphic materials for publication, including text and image formatting. Contributed to editorial processes, reviewed book proposals and researched future publications.

Participated in the creative processes of a young international design team focusing on projects sited in Morocco. Honed AutoCAD, Rhino, Adobe and physical modeling skills in a professional context.

Created a guide to successful affordable housing projects implemented by community development corporations across Rhode Island. Prepared print and web materials for the public outreach efforts of a nonprofit housing organization.

Assisted the operations of a nonprofit that reviews and certifies new and remodeled homes that meet sustainable building and energy standards. Researched and edited a report entitled The Green Built Way to Affordable Housing.