Last week, 85 planners, real estate professionals, and civic leaders attended the Changing Nature of Suburbs conference, sponsored by the Tulsa chapter of the Urban Land Institute and the OU Society of Urban Design Students. Pictured above, from left to right, are moderator Bruce Bolzle and speakers Todd Zimmerman, Ward Davis, and David Dixon. It was a great discussion on what lies ahead for suburbs and how we can navigate our changing (sub)urban contexts. Thank you to all who attended!
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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.
