Dr. Rashida Ng

Biography

Rashida Ng is a Presidential Associate Professor of Architecture and the Chair of Undergraduate Architecture at the University of Pennsylvania's Stuart Weitzman School of Design. With a Master of Architecture from the University of Pennsylvania and a Bachelor of Science in Architecture from the Georgia Institute of Technology, Ng's research focuses on the intersection of social equity and environmental justice, particularly examining how historical and present-day design practices have perpetuated racial inequities and health disparities among Black, Indigenous, and communities of color. She has published various works, including the op-ed 'What Will It Take? Reflections on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in Architectural Education' in the Journal of Architectural Education, and has contributed to the co-edited book, 'Performative Materials in Architecture and Design.' Ng is also the principal investigator for several projects, including the 'Cloud Magnet' project that explores cloud-forming kites in Costa Rica. In her academic career, Ng has served in numerous leadership roles, including as President of the Association of Collegiate Schools of Architecture and as a secretary-treasurer on the ACSA board. Additionally, she has engaged in various design critiques at top institutions, furthering her commitment to advancing architecture education.

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