Sabiya
EDUCATION
University of Virginia| Bachelor’s of Urban and Environmental Planning
Minor in Architecture | GPA 3.5
EXPERIENCE
Expected May 2023
Research Assistant | Fiske Kimball Fine Arts Library | Charlottesville, VA Jul 2021 - Present
◦ Aids students, faculty, and community members with gathering research materials for individual projects.
◦ Assists in reserving rooms for meetings and interviews in the Library.
Program Manager | Wildrock: Nature Play and Discovery | Charlottesville, VA Feb - Jun 2022
◦ Organized a design-thinking-focused summer camp program for high school students interested in stewardship and sustainable design.
Landscape Architecture Intern | Quinn Evans | Richmond, VA May - Jul 2020
◦ Assisted in current architectural projects for clients.
◦ Reviewed and edited Masterplans for active Morehouse College project.
◦ Attended Seminars, Lunch & Learns, and network events.
Assistant Researcher | VCU Institute for Contemporary Art | Richmond, VA Apr - Jun 2019
◦ Conducted research and facilitated group conversations with students.
◦ Provided feedback on current programs in Richmond and other national organizations.
LEADERSHIP AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT
President | National Organization of Minority Architecture Students
◦ Facilitates weekly meetings, dinners, seminars, networking events, fundraisers, and volunteer activities for both graduate and undergraduate students.
Study Abroad | United Kingdom
◦ Analyzed trends in health urbanism and sustainable urban development in London, Sheffield, and Scotland.
◦ Contrasted how UK practices in urban planning and policy-making differed from the US.
Council Member | Black Student President’s Council
◦ Collaborated with executive leaders of minority student organizations to plan and facilitate social and professional development events across the university.
Architecture School Representative | University Student Council
◦ Responsible for drafting and passing university-wide legislation, and advocating on behalf of students.
Treasurer | National Organization of Minority Architects UVA Chapter
◦ Oversaw the organization’s financial business, managed funds, and promoted fundraising events.
Peer Advisor | Office of African American Affairs Peer Advising Program
◦ Provided academic, social, and emotional support to incoming Black first-year and transfer students adusting into UVA.
SKILLS
Aug 2022 - Present
May - Jun 2022
Mar - May 2022
Feb 2022 - Present
May 2021 - Aug 2022
May 2020 - May 2022
Technical — Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign, ArcGIS Pro, Rhino, Procreate, Microsoft Office Suite Fabrication — Lasercutting, model-making, casting, metal-working, wood-working
RELEVANT COURSES
GIS for Planners, Architecture Studio, Urban Planning Studio, Economics, Community-Engagement Methods, Architectural History, Sustainable Communities, Biophilic Cities, Green Infrastructure, Law and the Environment
AboutHello, I am immensely grateful for your consideration and willingness to explore my portfolio, offering a glimpse into my world. My name is Sabiya Davis, and I am from the vibrant city of Richmond, Virginia. I am on the cusp of completing my undergraduate studies in Urban and Environmental Planning at the esteemed University of Virginia.
The purpose of this portfolio is to showcase the depth and breadth of skills I have acquired in my planning and architectural education, while simultaneously highlighting my distinctive artistic style, which I have honed over the years. Through this portfolio, I hope to convey a holistic understanding of my capabilities and provide insight into the diverse range of projects I have undertaken.
Contents
1. Understanding Urban Planning
2. Studying Sustainability
3. Architectural Foundations
4. Personal Works
