Architecture Accreditation
In the United States, most registration boards require a degree from an accredited professional program as a prerequisite for licensure. The National Architectural Accrediting Board (NAAB), which is the sole agency authorized to accredit professional degree programs in architecture offered by institutions with U.S. regional accreditation, recognizes three types of degrees: Bachelor of Architecture, Master of Architecture, and Doctor of Architecture.
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Paul H. Kea, one of the first licensed architects in Maryland, and his wife Grace established the Kea Distinguished Professorship in Architecture in 1967. This professorship has played an important role in the School of Architecture, Planning and Preservation by recognizing eminent practitioners and scholars. Kea Professors serve as critics and lecturers in the Architecture Program. They bring unique perspectives from practice and/or academia that enhance the academic experiences of students and faculty colleagues.
Leadership
MAPP+D Alumni Engagement Opportunities
Engage, Inspire, Influence: Use your free time to volunteer with MAPP+D. If interested, contact Alison Davitt at adavitt@umd.edu or Nicole Bradshaw at nbrads@umd.edu.
Volunteer Opportunities:
Get involved with the MAPP+D Alumni Network and the University of Maryland Alumni Association. It's a great way to connect and give back to the school that shaped your life and career. Opportunities include mentoring students, planning events, returning as a visiting critic or guest speaker, or serving as an officer on the board.
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About MAPP Alumni
Over 4,000 and counting, our alumni are the backbone of the School of Architecture, Planning and Preservation. They pursue careers spanning the fields of the built environment, but are also artists, musicians, historians, fundraisers, furniture designers, graphic designers, caterers, writers and teachers. We take a lot of pride in our alumni and the impact they make on the world.
Design Hub Sessions
Design Hub is a weekly forum that connects students with leading architects and designers from across the region for open, design-focused conversations. Think of it as “office hours” with visionary practitioners—an informal space to exchange ideas, ask questions, and expand your perspective on design and the built environment.