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Design for belonging: An introduction to inclusive design

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Design for belonging: An introduction to inclusive design 0 dbarista Thu, 04/06/2023 - 09:53 Architects The foundation of modern, formalized inclusive design can be traced back to the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) in 1990. Andrew North, Jr., WHAT IS INCLUSIVE DESIGN? Gustavus Adolphus College, Anderson Hall renovation.

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Behind the Build: Interview with Maggie Farrell, Diversity & HR Manager at S. M. Wilson & Co.

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For these reasons (and so much more), construction businesses must focus on Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI) and ensure that every employee feels included and represented. Our areas of expertise are education, retail, healthcare, and commercial projects. Maggie Farrell , Diversity & HR Manager at S. Wilson & Co.

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Surfing the Metaversity: The future of online learning?

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Seul Lee and David Johnson Performing Arts Centers Higher Education School Construction University Buildings Augmented Reality Gamification Virtual Reality The definition of “on campus” is changing. What does practice look like in Higher Education planning and design as the Metaversity ascends?

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Behind the Build: Stacee Barkley, Global Diversity, Equality and Inclusion Leader at DPR Construction

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It was founded in 1990 and focuses on the core markets of healthcare, education, commercial office projects, advanced tech, and life sciences. The week itself is building the foundation for more inclusion. . It is not exclusively about representation, but also about equity and inclusion. Focus on the few.

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Digital Builder Ep 38: Strategies for Reusing Construction Waste

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The Kendeda Building was built by Skanska, and is the most environmentally advanced education and research building ever constructed in the Southeastern United States. The Kendeda project also prioritized equity by providing job opportunities for community members who were struggling to find work.

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How Green is Your Garden?

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Hosted by the Edward Lowe Foundation in Cassopolis, MI. Ed and Darlene Lowe established the Edward Lowe Foundation in 1985 “to champion the entrepreneurial spirit” and leverage entrepreneurship as a strategy for economic growth and community development.

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FEATURE STORY: The Cultural Roots Of High-Tech Growth

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A white paper recently released by the Kauffman Foundation finds that Kansas City and other areas viewed as “new” startup high-tech hubs actually are benefitting from many years of nurturing a local culture of entrepreneurship. billion in equity. Photo: Rockymountaininnosphere.org.). By Jonathan Sanders.