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EXTENDED RÉSUMÉ

RÉSUMÉ: Bio

EDUCATION

University of Pennsylvania, School of Design, Philadelphia, PA Master of Architecture (Professional Degree), graduated 2009

Architectural Association, School of Architecture, London, UK Semester Study Abroad Program, Fall 2008

Southern Illinois University, College of Applied Sciences and Arts, Carbondale, IL Bachelor of Science in Architectural Studies, graduated 2005

Southern Illinois University, College of Liberal Arts, Carbondale, IL
Bachelor of Liberal Arts in Psychology, graduated 2002

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

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CERTIFICATIONS

2009 - 2013  U.S. Green Building Council: LEED Green Associate

AWARDS/GRANTS

2021  IDOT Innovative Ideas Contest (Technical) Finalist 
2008  E. Lewis Dales Memorial Traveling Fellowship, University of Pennsylvania, School of Design
2007  Illinois Extension Professional Youth Educators Awards, Specialty Awards, 4-H Innovator, University of Illinois Extension, Murphysboro, IL
2007  Illinois Extension Professional Youth Educators Awards, North Central Regional Winners Awards 4-H Innovator, “I, Too, Am America”                program, University of Illinois Extension, Murphysboro, IL
2005  Humanities Research Grant, Illinois Humanities Council
2005  Architectural Student Design Competition, 2nd place prize, Precast/Prestressed Concrete Institute
2004  Student Merit Award, Association of Licensed Architects

COMPETITIONS/EXHIBITIONS

2009  Academic Be Inspired Awards Student Competition
2009  Waste Exhibit, Student Work Showcase, University of Pennsylvania, School of Design
2008  Identity Exhibit, Student Work Showcase, University of Pennsylvania, School of Design
2008  Bentley Systems Exhibit, Studio Showcase, Philadelphia, PA
2007  ULI/Gereald D. Hines Urban Design Competition, University of Pennsylvania, School of Design
2005  Undergraduate Research Forum, R. E. A.C.H., Southern Illinois University
2004  Undergraduate Research Forum, R. E. A.C.H., Southern Illinois University

PUBLICATIONS

2005  Anz, C. and Lewis, D. (2005-06). Applications of Digital Technologies for Increased Participatory Interaction in Urban Design and                        Community Development Scenarios.  In Journal of the Design Communication Association - Pixel-Pencil Progression, 2005-06                            International Conference Proceedings (pp. 195-208). Bozeman, Montana: DCA & Montana State University.

2005  Anz, C. and Lewis, D. (2005).  Continual Fusion - Blurring Lines Between Divergent Perspectives i the Development of Place: An Urban              Regeneration Scenario for London’s Lower Lea Valley. In D. Ellison and I. Woodward, (Ed.), Sites of Cosmopolitanism 2005 Conference              (Citizenship, Aesthetics, Culture) Proceedings, Griffith Univeristy Center for Public Culture and Ideas (pp. 183 - 191). Brisbane, Australia:            Griffith Univeristy and CPCI. 

VOLUNTEERISM/LEADERSHIP

2013   The American Red Cross - IDOT Blood Drive Volunteer
2012   Illinois Innovation Talent Program - Illinois Mathematics and Science Academy
2009  Architecture in Education, AIA Philadelphia Chapter,  Mrs. Thompson 1st Grade, John B. Kelly School
2009  Unspoken Borders Conference Aide
2008  602 Studio Representative (Ferda Kolatan)
2007  601 Studio Representative (Gisela Baurmann)
2007  New Orleans “Hurricane Katrina” Design/Build Spring Break

ORGANIZATIONAL AFFILIATIONS

NCARB  National Council of Architectural Registration Boards 
ULI  Urban Land Institute
PCI  Precast/Prestressed Concrete Institute
CSI  Construction Specifications Institute
ALA  Association of Licensed Architects  

SKILLS

Software  AutoCAD • Architectural Desktop • Rhinoceros 3D Modeling • Autodesk Revit • ArcGIS • VRay • Adobe Illustrator • Adobe                               Photoshop • Adobe InDesign • Grasshopper • Generative Components • Adobe After Effects • Modo 3D Modeling • SketchUp                       • Para Cloud (GEM) • Real Flow • Ecotect Analysis • Visual Analysis Structural Simulation • Microsoft Office Suite

Artistic Craft  Digital Fabrication • 3D Printing • CNC Milling • Laser Cutting • Model Making • Hand Drafting • Graphic Design • Web                             Design • Parametrics and Scripting • Ceramics • Photography • Black and White Film Development and Printing

Foreign Language  French

INTERESTS

Architecture  Sustainable Design • Commercial • Mixed-Use • Adaptive Reuse • Residential

Urban Design  Urban Dynamics • Social Theory • Community Design • Critical Environmentalism

Architecture Research & Education  Architectural and Environmental Psychology • Fusion of interdisciplinary and scientific research integrated with technology in the pursuit of architectural innovation

FOREIGN TRAVEL EXPERIENCE

Bahamas • China • England • France • Hong Kong • Hungary • Japan • Mexico • Spain • Switzerland

GROWTH AND TRAINING OF EMPLOYEES (GATE) LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT CLASSES

2022  Communication for a Digital Environment

2022  Learning to Say “No”

2022  Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Training

2021  Life after Sweatpants: Tips on How to Re-acclimate in a Post Pandemic World

2019  7 Habits of Highly Effective People, Signature Series

2019  Flexing Your Communication Style

2019  Creating a Positive Culture Begins with you!

2019  Stop! Collaborate and Listen!

2019  Managing Chaos - Effective Time Management

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