Understanding Millennials and Historic Preservation

A 2017 study of millennials conducted by American Express and the National Trust for Historic Preservation shows that 97% of millennials “feel

A Heritage Trail Plan for the Areas of Aquasco-Woodville, Eagle harbor, and Cedar Haven - Changing Landscapes: Farmsteads to Resort Towns

This Project was funded through the Partnership in Action Leadership and Sustainability (PALS).

Long Life for Long Branch: Tools to Preserve Independent Retailers

Through their work with the National Center for Smart Growth at the University of Maryland, the Montgomery County Planning Department commissioned

Planning Student Jonathan Katz Looks to Improve Restroom Access for All

Jonathan Katz's restroom index analysis will help UMD better serve its diverse student population and hopefully inform restroom design in the future.

Architecture Program Promotes Three Professional Track Faculty

The School of Architecture, Planning and Preservation is pleased to announce the promotion of three professional track faculty within the architecture program. Julie Gabrielli, Lindsey May and Brittany Williams are recognized for their commitment and service to their students and the school, most recently leading efforts to bring architecture education online during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Origami-Inspired “Pop-Up COVID-19 Clinic” Earns MAPP Professor SEED Grant

A portable, self-assembling mobile clinic inspired by origami art is one of nine University of Maryland projects that will be funded as part of UMD’s effort to address challenges surrounding the global COVID-19 Pandemic. Assistant Professor of Architecture Ming Hu has been awarded a COVID-19 SEED Grant from the University of Maryland Division of Research as part of the Coronavirus Research Seed Fund Awards.

Printers Unite! Alumni, Students Re-Purpose 3D Printers for PPE

MAPP Alumni, Students Respond to Urgent Need for PPE by Re-Purposing 3D Printers

Going the Distance: Delivering Meaningful Education in a Virtual World

As faculty and students brave this new normal, they are finding success in creating despite distance, and discovering potential opportunities for the post-pandemic educational landscape.

UMD Takes Second Place in HUD Affordable Housing Competition

Community-centered design, pathway to ownership puts UMD in 2020 winner’s circle.

Robinson Terminal South: Preliminary Analysis for a City Block on Alexandria’s Waterfront

Life and Occupation on the Alexandria Waterfront: A Preliminary Analysis of the Historic Records and Archaeological Fea