UNL - College of Architecture

New student orientation groups are rolling in. So excited for Fall!

Stretching their stills, students showcase their latest designs from Jason Wheeler’s ARCH 327-951 Parametric Modeling & Design course.

The Parametric Modeling & Design course teaches students the basics of parametric modeling by taking them from zero experience to building a fully functional parametric tower including façade design, floors and cores in a short session of 5 weeks with a total of 10 in-class demonstration hours. In this class students learn how to use the parametric modeling software Grasshopper, a visual programming interface integrated in McNeel’s Rhinoceros 3D software.

For the final boards shown here the students were tasked with creating two boards.

1. A Parametric Workflow Diagram to illustrate their knowledge of how their design works parametrically.
2. Rapid Design Iterations, where they were given design constraints and asked to dynamically “flex” their design using parametric controls to quickly and efficiently come up with differing design options. This process included a constraint to stay within a range of floor area sizes, this is showcased by the bar graphs on the left side of the design options.

Parametric modeling and design in architecture is a design approach that utilizes parameters and algorithms to create a set of rules or relationships that define and generate architectural forms and elements. Parameters are variables that can be manipulated, and algorithms are computational procedures that govern the relationships between these parameters. The aim of parametric design is to enable architects to explore a wide range of design possibilities, optimize performance, and respond dynamically to various design constraints and criteria.

Parametric modeling and design is important for architecture students as it fosters creative exploration, design flexibility, efficient iteration, and the development of skills that are increasingly valued in the contemporary architectural landscape. It equips students with the tools to create innovative, precise, and customized designs, preparing them for the challenges and opportunities in their future careers.

More than 6,200 University of Nebraska–Lincoln students have been named to the Deans’ List for the spring semester of the 2025-26 academic year, 190 were from the College of Architecture. Qualification for the Deans’ List varies among the eight undergraduate colleges and the Explore Center. To qualify for the Deans’ List, College of Architecture students must earn a 3.75 GPA.

Please help us congratulate these students on their amazing academic achievements.

Abby Jo Ahlbrand
Mason Albenesius
Ben Allen
Grant Appleby
Teagan Bauschke
Tessa Marlise Bavari
Kevin Beaune
Francis Anthony Bevilacqua
Addison Birge
Ella Grace Bokma
Max Booher
Isabelle Borer
Diane Marilyn Bradley
Paige Coreen Bredemeier
Aidan Brigden
Paige Britt
Elliot Brown
Gretchen Brown
Paityn Rose Brown
Lawrence Buckley
Addison Burbach
Elise Chadwick
Deymi Chavez
Audrey Cherek
Sydney Rose Christie
Jocelyn Danielle Cihak
Afton Camille Clark
Timeke-Jade Coetzee
Allie Cremers
Dylan Crnic
Easton Crouse
Sarah Anna Cushman
Amaris Marie Davis
Ashlyn Lea DeFries
Vance Doeden
Lily Ann Dotson
Fiona Dumo
Kaitlyn Lee Dunn
Alexa Duweling
Sierra Skye Elste
Nate Fiedler
Jett Gillen
Elphaz Samson Girma
Katherine Goehring
Annslie Goff
Kaylee Gonzales
Aiden Greenfield
Blake Gronewold
Emma Ann Gross
Ashley Gruber
Brennan Matthew Guilfoyle
Noah Gentry Gunsolley
Will Guyton
Jonas Halsted
Zach Harding
Judy Hawkins
Jordan Hendricks
Seth Thomas Hennessy
Vancent Herrold
Sophia Grace Higgason
Isaak Gerald Hogeland
Haven May Hurlock
Montanna Lynne Hurlock
MacKenzie Mae Hurst-Munden
Josiah Hydeen
Raelyn Jarosik
Koral Mae Jarzynka
Alaina Jane Jenkins
Elizabeth Vail Jerram
Cole Johns
Damien Johnson
Jenna Johnson
Maddie Johnson
Ava Kaiser
Sara Osama Kakish
Avery Corinne Kardell
Kasper Kalle Eemeli Kataja
Grace Leigh Keller
Amani Kirk
Branden Joseph Kleinschmit
Tanner Kloster
Jordan Elizabeth Knerl
Carson Knutson
Harrison Koehn
Ben Koepke
Elena Renee Kunz
Fletcher Kuper
Tyler Kuzel
Jadyn LaFerla
Berkley Lambrecht
Aleah Lazure
Ellison Kate Lechtenberger
Baylor Teresa Lee
Baylee Rae Leiting
Juan Lemus-Ortiz
Caden Allen Lindell
Lauren Love
Trenton Connor Lovings
Andres Lucas
Valeria Lucas
Saber Mahmoudzadeh
Gianna Manhart
Katherine Martinez-Perez
Kaidyn Marie Maybee
Aishani Mazumdar
Claire McAllister
Jack McCormick
Holden McDonald
Reagan McPeck
Graysen Mckenna
Karina Medina Soto
Ellie Melton
Kayla Marie Menough
Malique Mensah
Emma Meyers
Kaitryn Moody
Tatem Marie Moore
Delaney Grace Mundt
Alen Mustafic
Ian Mackinley Nebesniak
Yve Nelson
Alaina Nielsen
Nolan Novacek
Kamdyn Ireland O'Bryant
Korben James Ockander
Brynn MiLynn Ohlman
Naila Okai
Valori Olson
Ashton Hunter Olvera
Halimat Opeoluwakitan Omilabu
Camille Osei
Jared Reed Palik
Carson Palmer
Grace Evelyn Parsons
Lizzie Petersen
Addison Lee Pfeiffer
Tamia Lynn Phifer
Megan Grace Powers
Kenzie Prauner
Leo Preheim
Zoe Rector
Evan James Redemske
Sophie Reifenrath
Tationa Richter
Aubrie Riggert
Kyle Ringleb
Jadyn Rose Robbins
Ava Katherine Rodning
Linden Cynthee Rousselle
Diego Alexandre Ruiz
Annie Sander
Hailey Schaaf
Lindsey Schanou
Alyssa Ray Schenk
Ruby Schmidt
Maddie Scholl
Kyleigh Seim
Karis Nicole Simon
Brayden Simpson
Kaden L Sindelar
Kyaw Sithu
Emma Smidt
Porter Wayne Stangeland
Cheyenne Marie Storms
Ethan Dean Swanda
Elise Tayles
Ainsley Taylor
More There
Mason McKenzie Thiede-Murphy
Maddy Tillman
Anai Torres
Quinn Trutna
Payton Alyssa Tuttle
Evan Matthew Tyler
Ari Vallianatos
Hallie Mackenzie Verhage
Ryan Watterson
Milana Joy Webb
Mila Wehrbein
Andrea Wemhoff
Kaden White
Natalie Whitehead
Nora Wiedrich
Payton Alexis Wilkinson
La'Aszja Bre'ne Williamson
Shelby Woodard
Morgan Marie Workman
Samantha Lopez Worm
Aven Zimmerman
Jen Zimpleman

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Creativity is taking shape at our High School Workshop Camp! 🏗️✨

This week, students have been exploring the design process through hands-on studio projects, transforming their ideas into pavilion models that showcase their creativity, problem-solving and design thinking skills.

Tomorrow, they'll share the results of their hard work with family and friends during the camp exhibition. We can't wait to see these future designers present the projects they've developed throughout the week! 👏📐

Dear College of Architecture Alumni and Friends,

The University of Nebraska–Lincoln College of Architecture invites alumni, friends, colleagues and former students to join us in honoring the life and legacy of Robert L. “Bob” Hanna (Class of 1963).

Bob Hanna Celebration Gathering
June 11, 2026 | 3–5 p.m.
Architecture Hall, Gallery
University of Nebraska–Lincoln

You are invited to join other friends of Bob for a “Share, Show & Tell” gathering and to meet Bob’s family. Guests are encouraged to bring memories of Bob to share, along with examples of his artwork, to create an impromptu retrospective exhibition celebrating his life’s work and contributions to architecture.

This gathering reflects the College of Architecture’s remembrance of Robert L. Hanna, who died Jan. 4, 2026, at age 86. A Nebraska alumnus and former faculty member, Hanna taught at the college and remained deeply connected to the profession throughout his career.

Born Feb. 9, 1939, in Ewing, Nebraska, Bob graduated with honors from Grand Island High School before receiving the prestigious Leo A Daly Architectural Scholarship to attend the University of Nebraska–Lincoln. He completed his Bachelor of Science in Architecture degree in 1963 and earned both AIA and NCARB accreditation, allowing him to practice architecture nationwide.

Efforts are currently underway to permanently endow a scholarship in memory of Bob Hanna to support future generations of College of Architecture students.

To learn more about the Robert Hanna Scholarship and its mission, please visit: https://architecture.unl.edu/robert-hanna-scholarship-mission-statement/

For information about making a contribution, please contact:

Cameron Andreesen
402-458-1100 | Mobile: 402-310-0271
[email protected]

We hope you will join us as we celebrate Bob Hanna’s remarkable life, career and enduring impact on Nebraska architecture and design.

Happening Tomorrow:

The University of Nebraska–Lincoln College of Architecture invites alumni, friends, colleagues and former students to join us in honoring the life and legacy of Robert L. “Bob” Hanna (Class of 1963).

Bob Hanna Celebration Gathering
June 11, 2026 | 3–5 p.m.
Architecture Hall, Gallery
University of Nebraska–Lincoln

You are invited to join other friends of Bob for a “Share, Show & Tell” gathering and to meet Bob’s family. Guests are encouraged to bring memories of Bob to share, along with examples of his artwork, to create an impromptu retrospective exhibition celebrating his life’s work and contributions to architecture.

This gathering reflects the College of Architecture’s remembrance of Robert L. Hanna, who died Jan. 4, 2026, at age 86. A Nebraska alumnus and former faculty member, Hanna taught at the college and remained deeply connected to the profession throughout his career.

Born Feb. 9, 1939, in Ewing, Nebraska, Bob graduated with honors from Grand Island High School before receiving the prestigious Leo A Daly Architectural Scholarship to attend the University of Nebraska–Lincoln. He completed his Bachelor of Science in Architecture degree in 1963 and earned both AIA and NCARB accreditation, allowing him to practice architecture nationwide.

Efforts are currently underway to permanently endow a scholarship in memory of Bob Hanna to support future generations of College of Architecture students.

To learn more about the Robert Hanna Scholarship and its mission, please visit: https://architecture.unl.edu/robert-hanna-scholarship-mission-statement/

For information about making a contribution, please contact:

Cameron Andreesen
402-458-1100 | Mobile: 402-310-0271
[email protected]

We hope you will join us as we celebrate Bob Hanna’s remarkable life, career and enduring impact on Nebraska architecture and design.

Congratulations to recent Interior Design graduates Megan Feeney and Peyton Pruehs, and Assistant Professor Emily Cerny, who recently presented their research at the Environmental Design Research Association (EDRA) Conference at the University of Massachusetts Amherst as part of the session, "The Future City: Reimagining Built Environments That More Sustainably Support Aging Societies."

The session provided an opportunity to share their work with scholars, researchers and design professionals from across the country while highlighting the impactful research and creative scholarship taking place within our college.

We're proud to see our students and faculty contributing to important conversations about design, research and the built environment. 👏🎉