Jan
30
Special Topics for Spring: Preserving the Recent Past
January 30, 2009 | Leave a Comment
HIPR 499/780 Special Topics, Preserving the Recent Past-FAQ
What is the recent past?
The recent past is a term generally used to describe historical and architectural resources younger than fifty years old. Did you know that it is estimated that up to 70% of our built environment was constructed in the decades following World War II? Thus, [...]
Jan
30
Creative Brains Coming to Savannah
January 30, 2009 | Leave a Comment
In my classes, I introduce my students to the concept of the creative economy and in some of my classes, we get to spent a little more time on it. For a really good succinct summary see the Planetizien (great resource by the way) article, “Rethinking Preservation” article from Planitizen, written by my former colleague [...]
Jan
28
Working Life
January 28, 2009 | Leave a Comment
It’s no secret that graduating students will be entering an intensely competitive job market. When I was laid off from my first job after college, I went to see a guidance counselor at my alma mater, Loyola University. I was considering going back to school at the time and I asked her if I should [...]
Jan
27
NPS: Cultural Resource Diversity Internship Program
January 27, 2009 | Leave a Comment
Internship descriptions can be found here.
Diverse undergraduate and graduate students must submit an electronic version the following information to Turkiya Lowe, Program Coordinator, at turkiya_lowe at contractor.nps.gov:
A resume or a curriculum vitae (1-2 pages) that includes: educationinformation; previous and currentexperience; publications or presentations; awards, scholarships, honors, etc.; and 2-3 personal references.
A cover letter that includes [...]
Jan
27
Mellon Postgraduate Fellowship in Furniture and Woodwork Conservation Philadelphia Museum of Art
January 27, 2009 | Leave a Comment
The Philadelphia Museum of Art offers a one year Mellon Postgraduate
Fellowship in Furniture and Woodwork Conservation, beginning in
September 2009. The Fellowship may be extended for up to two
additional years pending review of the Fellow’s work. Applicants
should be graduates of a recognized conservation training program or
have equivalent experience. The focus of [...]
Jan
27
SPA Meeting!
January 27, 2009 | Leave a Comment
Tonight 5PM in Room 304, Eichberg Hall.
Jan
27
USGBC Savannah Green Product Expo
January 27, 2009 | Leave a Comment
Save the Date:
Tuesday, April 28, 2009 4-7pm
Charles Morris Center, 10 East Broad Street, Savannah
Jan
20
Deadline 1/31: Scholarship for Graduate Study in Historic Preservation
January 20, 2009 | Leave a Comment
This is a great opportunity and a generous scholarship. Grad students should apply!
Purpose
The Mildred Colodny Scholarship program provides financial assistance and experiential learning opportunities to individuals preparing for careers in historic preservation. The purpose of the Colodny Scholarship is to increase the diversity of people pursuing degrees and careers in historic preservation in the United States. The [...]
Jan
19
Call for Posters: Global Teach-in
January 19, 2009 | Leave a Comment
When when most people think about sustainability they think of new I know not. But HP has been advocating the reuse and recycling of our built environment for over a century. We encourage people to revitalize their urban areas, we encourage transit friendly design, locally owned businesses and traditional downtown, now is your chance to [...]
Jan
16
The Civil Rights in Savannah
January 16, 2009 | Leave a Comment
On Monday, Savannah will honor the life of Martin Luther King, Jr. with the MLK Day Parade which will take place at ten AM. In honor of MLK day, my Historic Preservation 101 students will be visiting the Ralph Mark Gilbert Civil Rights Museum which chronicles the Civil Rights movement in Savannah. Below is excerpted [...]