The Journal of Architectural Education is issuing a call for submissions for text-based and design-based entries addressing the theme of "alternative practices". More info after the jump...

"We look forward to further advances in the quality of education we provide and to continuing our mission of preparing architects for entry into the profession," said Dr. Steven Altman, President of NewSchool of Architecture and Design. WSJ

After a month of impassioned protest from students, faculty, and alumni—both online and off—Art Center College of Design in Pasadena, California, confirmed yesterday that its president, Richard Koshalek, will not have his contract renewed when it expires at the end of 2009. His departure has stirred uncertainty over the institution’s $150 million expansion plan, for which Koshalek had raised $80 million over the last decade, and includes what is widely being called his legacy project: a $50 million building designed by Frank Gehry. ArchPaper | Previously