Emmet/Ivy Corridor: Connecting UVA’s Central and North Grounds (virtual)
Overview
The development of the Emmet/Ivy Corridor is continuing the University of Virginia’s tradition of world-class architecture and landscape design in a new outward-facing living and learning environment. Similar in size to the Academical Village, this district will provide the facilities for important new programs that serve both the University and Charlottesville communities.
The first academic buildings in the corridor are the Karsh Institute of Democracy, the School of Data Science, and the Center for the Arts. Additionally, new student residential buildings will be located here. Positioned at the crossroads of Charlottesville’s major entrances, the Emmet/Ivy Corridor will welcome visitors to Grounds, house our guests at the Virginia Guesthouse Hotel and Conference Center, and host scholars, students, and community members for various events.
Architect for the University Alice Raucher will share plans and updates about this exciting development on Grounds.
Speaker Biography
Alice J. Raucher FAIA, AIA, LEED AP
As Architect for the University of Virginia, Alice Raucher is the symbolic custodian of Thomas Jefferson’s design legacy, directing the architecture, planning, and landscape design of the University’s Grounds. In addition to being the chief steward of the UNESCO World Heritage site of Jefferson’s original college, Alice oversees a dynamic and expanding campus embedded in the City of Charlottesville and surrounded by Albemarle County. She navigates a complex and highly political landscape as a true collaborator and team builder. In her previous role as Senior Architect and Chair of the Design Steering Team at Yale University, Alice oversaw the largest expansion of the college in a generation, as well as the renovation of two of the most iconic masterpieces of modern architecture. At Yale, and now at UVA, Alice is a strong advocate for design excellence, accessibility, resilience, equity, and sustainability.
Prior to joining Yale University, Ms. Raucher held senior positions at notable architecture firms based in New York City. She managed several significant restoration and renovation projects, including preparations for the centennial celebration of Carnegie Hall and the renovation of Union Theological Seminary. Ms. Raucher also held faculty positions at the New York Institute of Technology School of Architecture and Design and Syracuse University School of Architecture, including serving as Director of the school’s Florence Program in Italy.
Ms. Raucher earned a bachelor’s degree in studio art and art history from Queens College of the City University of New York and her Master of Architecture degree from Syracuse University School of Architecture. She is a registered architect in Virginia, and holds NCARB certification. She is a Fellow of the American Institute of Architects, a member of the Association of University Architects, and holds Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design certification.