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Q&A with Carlos H. Blanco

February 3, 2026

WHAT STARTS HERE

When you become part of the School of Architecture community, you join one of the largest, most renowned alumni networks in the world. 

Graduates of the School of Architecture exemplify our university’s motto “What starts here changes the world” and throughout our 100-year history, UTSOA alumni have influenced and shaped the built environment, advancing our disciplines and the future of design. 

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Whether you're looking to hire UTSOA students, or tap into UT Austins alumni networks, as an alumnus you can take advantage of a multitude of recruiting, job search, and networking services offered by both the School of Architecture and the University.  

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Gifts of any amount can help our students prepare to shape the future of the built environment. Whether you want to support scholarships, encourage research, invest in technology, or provide unrestricted support, we have giving opportunities that align with your interests. 

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ALUMNI NEWS

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Four Longhorns Elevated to the AIA College of Fellows 

The prestigious designation recognizes architects who have made significant contributions to the profession.
John Saunders Chase enrolls at UT in 1950.

UT Architecture Library Named for Texas’ First Black Architect

The University of Texas at Austin honors the legacy of John S. Chase, the first Black graduate of the School of Architecture, by renaming the Architecture and Planning Library in his honor, thanks to a $5 million gift from Chase's family to support future generations of architects and planners.
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Spring 2025 Public Programming

The University of Texas at Austin School of Architecture’s Spring 2025 Lecture Series aims to create and explore discourse on critical topics within the study and practice of architecture, design, planning and the built environment.

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    You've put in the hours, now make sure it’s on their radar! 💼 🧠 <br>Come to the Career Fair on Feb. 6 to get your work and resume seen by industry professionals and foster relationships. No RSVP necessary for students!<br>.<br>.<br>.<br>.<br>.<br>.<br>.<br>🕜 10 AM - 5 PM
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    You've put in the hours, now make sure it’s on their radar! 💼 🧠
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    As a new cycle of studios begins, we find ourselves reminiscing on the fall. 🍂 🖼️ 🏙️ <br>
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    As a new cycle of studios begins, we find ourselves reminiscing on the fall. 🍂 🖼️ 🏙️

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    On Jan. 28, award-winning architect Erik L’Heureux (@erik_lheureux) joins us for his lecture, "Hot Air.” Together with L'Heureux, we consider what architecture can achieve when it aligns with climate rather than resists it. <br>
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    On Jan. 28, award-winning architect Erik L’Heureux (@erik_lheureux) joins us for his lecture, "Hot Air.” Together with L'Heureux, we consider what architecture can achieve when it aligns with climate rather than resists it.

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    On Jan. 23, acclaimed photographer @IwanBaan presents his exhibition, "From Las Vegas to Rome.” <br>
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    On Jan. 23, acclaimed photographer @IwanBaan presents his exhibition, "From Las Vegas to Rome.”

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    🌱 SPRING 2026 PROGRAMMING <br>
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    🌱 SPRING 2026 PROGRAMMING

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    💼 📆 Mark your calendars for our annual Career Fair on February 6 at the AT&T Executive Education and Conference Center’s Zlotnik Family Ballroom. Employer registration is filling up quickly, so sign up now before we reach capacity. Details at the 🔗 in our bio!
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    💼 📆 Mark your calendars for our annual Career Fair on February 6 at the AT&T Executive Education and Conference Center’s Zlotnik Family Ballroom. Employer registration is filling up quickly, so sign up now before we reach capacity. Details at the 🔗 in our bio!

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    "If I were a student beginning a career in design, I would want to have a strong foundation in coding and scripting without the use of AI tools before jumping into platforms whose mechanics are largely opaque."<br>
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    "If I were a student beginning a career in design, I would want to have a strong foundation in coding and scripting without the use of AI tools before jumping into platforms whose mechanics are largely opaque."

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    With over 29,000 material samples available for students, the Materials Lab is an incredible resource for students. <br>
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    With over 29,000 material samples available for students, the Materials Lab is an incredible resource for students.

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    Metabolizing the Athenian Polykatoikia 🇬🇷 🏙️ <br><br>Assistant Professor of Practice @kyriakoskyriakou’s Fall 2025 advanced studio led students to explore this remarkable post-WWII Athenian infrastructure and its potential as an adaptable skeleton for future use.<br>
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    Metabolizing the Athenian Polykatoikia 🇬🇷 🏙️

    Assistant Professor of Practice @kyriakoskyriakou’s Fall 2025 advanced studio led students to explore this remarkable post-WWII Athenian infrastructure and its potential as an adaptable skeleton for future use.