Ferhat Zerin

Ferhat Zerin is an Adjunct Lecturer in the Department of Urban Planning and Policy at the University of Illinois at Chicago, within the College of Urban Planning and Public Affairs. She is also the founder of GINKGO Planning and Design, Inc., demonstrating a strong commitment to both academic and professional practice in urban development.

Education:

• Master of Architecture, University of Illinois at Chicago (UIC)

Her research and professional interests center on urban planning and design, with a focus on sustainable, equitable, and resilient urban environments. Her work bridges academic theory and practical implementation in city and regional planning.

Ferhat Zerin was honored as a Fellow of the American Planning Association in 2018, a prestigious recognition of her contributions to the field of planning.

She has been involved in professional practice and academic instruction, contributing to the education of future planners and shaping urban policy through her firm. While no formal advisees are listed, her leadership at GINKGO Planning and Design, Inc. suggests mentorship and team-based collaboration in planning projects.

Though no publications are listed, her recognition by the American Planning Association indicates impactful work in urban policy, design, and community development.