Leigh Sata
The Los Angeles Community College District (LACCD) recently announced the appointment of Leigh T. Sata to vice chancellor and chief facilities executive.
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As Temperature Conversations Heat Up, AEC Expert Offers Mitigation Tips
New York Gov. Kathy Hochul signed legislation in December 2024 to require that all school districts in the state develop plans to mitigate extreme heat in classrooms. This legislation also required the establishment of support service spaces and a maximum allowable temperature. By setting clear guidelines for extreme heat conditions, the bill will help school leaders to ensure their spaces are conducive to student learning as well as health and safety.
SUNY Oneonta’s LEED Platinum Reflects Years-Long Commitment to Sustainability
The State University of New York Oneonta (SUNY Oneonta) campus is a model of sustainability in action. The university has amassed numerous green accolades over the years, and over the past decade has doubled down on reducing its environmental impact.
Vertical Solar Array System
ZinCo Canada, a green roofing system company, recently released a cutting-edge, all-season Vertical Solar Array system.
Marylee Mercy
Marylee Mercy, AIA, NCARB, ALEP, project manager with Boston-based Studio G Architects was recently appointed president of the New England Chapter of Association for Learning Environments (A4LE).
St. Thomas University Schoenecker Center Reflects Sustainability Values
When leaders of St. Thomas University in St. Paul, Minn., first embarked on the development of the Schoenecker Center for STEAM—a new facility to house additional space for the growing School of Engineering and College of Arts and Sciences—they gave the project team some guiding principles: The facility had to reflect inclusivity, innovation, adaptability and connection. It also had to be sustainable.
Ryan Sawall
National construction company McCarthy Buildings Companies Inc. recently promoted Ryan Sawall, based in the firm’s St. Louis office, to chief operating officer of the U.S. central region after nearly two decades in the company.
Vertical Solar Array System
ZinCo Canada, a green roofing system company, recently released a cutting-edge, all-season Vertical Solar Array system.
Bisnow’s San Diego Student Housing Summit Tackles Affordability, Accessibility and Deliverability
The first-ever Bisnow-hosted San Diego Student Housing Summit took place on Feb. 12 at the University of San Diego.
Career and Technical Education Facilities on the Rise
February marks National Career and Technical Education (CTE) Month, bringing awareness to the benefits that CTE offers to students and the opportunities it presents to schools and workforce partners. An estimated 12.3 million students are currently enrolled in CTE programs nationwide, where they can acquire training in a variety of trades and earn certifications that offer immediate employment opportunities upon graduation. At the same time, helping students develop skills that are relevant to the careers and industries in their regions can help employers address labor shortages.