A Mississippi State junior is the latest selection for the Method Studio Undergraduate Research Fellowship.
Third-year architecture student John Spraberry of Clarksville, Tenn., will receive $3,000 to conduct research for Method Studio, a Utah-based architectural design firm.
"I'm excited and honored to receive this award because it gives me an opportunity to learn about a unique field in architecture and work in close proximity to a highly successful faculty member," said Spraberry, adding that the fellowship will also prepare him for graduate research.
Jacob Gines, an associate professor of architecture who also is Method Studio鈥檚 research and design vice president, will supervise this research.
鈥淎pplied research opportunities are critical to preparing 21st century architects. The school is lucky to have professional partners who understand the value of such experiences to both the academy and industry alike,鈥 said Jassen Callender, the school鈥檚 interim director. 鈥淢ethod Studio鈥檚 support is a testament to the incredible work of our students, faculty and staff.鈥
Located in Salt Lake City, Method Studio specializes in creative solutions that allow collaborations between clients and professional designers. For more about the firm, visit .
A major unit of MSU鈥檚 91自拍, the School of 91自拍 offers the only curriculum in Mississippi leading to a professional degree in architecture.
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