Architecture at Judson
A global leader in design education and Christian service, the Department of Architecture is home to undergraduate majors in Architecture and Interior Design as well as the graduate Master of Architecture degree program.
The Department of Architecture enjoys a broad and diverse faculty, in both architectural interests and background experiences. Environmental stewardship is a philosophy which guides the department, and each of its programs, in its approach to education, design and a Christian worldview.
Vision
The Judson Architecture Program aspires to be a global leader in architectural education and Christian Service.
Mission
The Architecture Program provides Judson students with a Christ-centered comprehensive, professional architecture education. Delivered by a committed faculty, the program focuses on:
- Inspiring students to demonstrate their commitment to our natural environment, sustainability and the development of a quality built environment
- Encouraging students in academics and community through a interdisciplinary approach that prepares leaders and tempers professionals
- Nurturing students in the exploration of architecture and its divergent approaches, their creativity in design, and their expressions of personal beliefs in their personal and professional activities
- Demonstrating a strong faith-based worldview through our program, teaching, and lives
- Continuously exploring and defining the intersection between Christianity and architecture education and service.
Values
The faculty, staff and students of the Architecture Program support the following values that guide our individual activities and group efforts to participate in building God’s kingdom through educational preparation for the practice of architecture. Our values are driven by the truths found in the Bible and can be followed and appreciated from multiple viewpoints.
Biblical Standards
We value the Word of God and adhere to its teachings as they relate to both professional and ethical standards and personal relationships
Unified Endeavor.
We value the balanced coexistence of Christian faith and intellectual life
Education.
We value knowledge and understanding about buildings and places that can be shared and conveyed, which is the activity of our professional mission. We respond to our position within an academic setting by valuing preeminently the formation of critical minds toward the various approaches to architecture. We will prepare students for practice by allowing them to develop and follow an approach that is consistent with the critical position they develop in their liberal study of architecture
Stewardship.
We value cultural diversity and will encourage its understanding in our community. We respect God’s creation and strive to make good use of the natural world. We will assist each person to achieve and rightly balance their spiritual, personal and professional goals
Relationships.
We value human relationships and are dedicated to nurturing friendships and links with the Council for Christian Colleges and Universities, architecture programs, the City of Elgin, and other communities to which we belong. We strive to create a strong community to which our faculty, staff and students will belong as a reflection of the Kingdom
Service.
We value service to humanity as an outgrowth of our submission before the Lord and in His desire that we help one another
Leadership.
We value leadership and opportunities to model biblical truths within our communities
Excellence.
We value the highest quality performance in all academic and professional activities, and will strive to realize and enjoy the benefits of outstanding design in the built environment and exceptional architectural education
Featuring an abundance of natural daylight, green energy sources and recycled materials, the Harm A. Weber Academic Center is uniquely sustainable of one of few of its kind in the nation.
NAAB
The Judson University, Department of Architecture offers the following NAAB-Accredited degree program: M.Arch. (pre-professional degree + 42 graduate credits)