University Architect
Old Dominion University
Jean Sleeman’s architectural portfolio spans 30 years and over 18 university campuses. In 2015 she took a position as the University Architect at Old Dominion University, a Virginia state institution with an enrollment of approximately 24,000. Her primary focus is elevating design while delivering the best experience for students, faculty and staff within mandated budgets. Having created ODU's first Campus Design Standard, Jean is currently grappling with implications of the new Virginia Flood Risk Management Standard for her urban campus over 50% of which resides within the 100- or 500-year floodplain posing serious challenges for a University with limited endowments.
Monday, November 22, 2021
8:30 AM – 9:30 AM CDT