More than 100 GCA students and faculty from the Interior Design, Construction Science and Architecture programs visited the offices of Merriman Anderson Architects and Balfour Beatty for a field trip to Dallas last Friday, February 1st. The field trip included a firm tour, project presentations, and lunch hosted by Merriman Anderson. With Balfour Beatty, students received tours of the Epic Office and Pittman Hotel project sites. In addition, students participated in a scavenger hunt, visiting various Merriman Anderson projects around Dallas.
Students visiting Merriman Anderson.
Students visiting Merriman Anderson.
Students on a Balfour Beatty site.
Students on a scavenger hunt in Dallas.
Many thanks to Merriman Anderson and Balfour Beatty for your hospitality and support for our students!
On April 24, 2026, the Christopher C. Gibbs College of Architecture hosted its annual Graduate Student Showcase, a celebration of research, design innovation, and creative exploration across all graduate programs within the College.
The Gibbs College of Architecture celebrates fifth-year architecture student Haley Praytor, who has been recognized at the national level for her design work. In early March, Haley received a Graduate Division Award of Merit for her submission to the 2025 Metal Building Manufacturers Association student design competition.
Ronald Frantz Jr., emeritus professor, has been named a 2026 Mary Means Leadership Award recipient, the highest honor presented by Main Street America. The award was announced at the Main Street Now Conference in Tulsa, recognizing leaders who advance preservation-based economic development and community revitalization.
