Program
Girls Build!: Adaptive Architecture
How do you take something old and make it new again? In this course, students will creatively examine how to repurpose an old structure. Students will visit a building and think outside the box by redesigning the structure for a new and different use.
Girls Build! is a year-round STEM and leadership development program designed to inspire middle school girls to explore their interests in architecture, construction, engineering and design. During the program, the girls get to know women working in the fields of architecture and design, who serve as program instructors, role models and mentors. They'll use the Design Process to develop hands-on projects and build collaboration, teamwork, communication and presentation skills—providing a foundation for the girls to become the next generation of engineers, architects and designers.
*The Girls Build!: Adaptive Architecture is a scholarship program for girls ages 11-14 enrolled in Chicago Public Schools. An application is required to be considered for enrollment. Upon application review, students may be asked to participate in an one-on-one interview with the program instructor.
Notes:
- Registration includes all dates in the program: Jan. 27, Feb. 3, Feb. 10, Feb. 17, Mar. 3 and Mar. 10.
- If you have any questions, please contact us at education@architecture.org.
This program is generously supported by
