Lucy Satzewich

Lucy Satzewich serves as an Assistant Professor of Interdisciplinary Foundations within the School of Architecture and Design at the University of Louisiana at Lafayette, where she integrates design practice with social equity and public health initiatives.

Her academic credentials include:

• B.A. in Cultural Studies from McGill University, Montreal, QC
• Diploma in Cabinetmaking from Rosemont Technology Center, Montreal, QC
• M.Arch from Tulane University, New Orleans, LA

Her research centers on leveraging design methodologies to create healthier, more equitable environments across urban landscapes and educational settings, with particular emphasis on harm reduction frameworks. This focus emerged during her Tulane University studies where she investigated how spatial design influences community well-being and social justice outcomes.

Her scholarly recognition includes:

• AIA-AAHF FHER Griffin/McKahan/Zilm Fellowship for groundbreaking research on harm reduction in architectural design

With a decade of professional experience, Satzewich's work bridges theoretical research with practical applications, examining how classroom configurations and city planning can mitigate systemic inequities while promoting collective health. Her interdisciplinary approach connects architectural practice with cultural studies and social policy frameworks.