The Runstad Department of Real Estate is deeply saddened by the loss of Jon Runstad ’64, a prominent figure in the real estate industry and a dedicated philanthropist.
Author: Jamilah Williams
Real Estate students named to 2023 Husky 100
We are thrilled to share that three of our amazing CBE students have been recognized for their contributions to UW and our communities as part of this year’s Husky 100. Congratulations to Ari Lazowski, Jacquelyn Crane, and Dana Austin Bass!
Friday in Space – Gregg Colburn Chat with longtime friend, astronaut Josh Cassada
Join us live on February 10 as Gregg Colburn, assistant professor of real estate and longtime friend of NASA astronaut Josh Cassada, will moderate a discussion with astronaut Cassada, currently stationed on the ISS.
Meet Steven Bourassa
CBE Runstad Department of Real Estate’s new chair shares what drew him to the role and what excites him about the future. On August 8, Steven Bourassa joined the College of Built Environments as the Chair of the Department and the Jon and Judith Runstad Endowed Professor.
New Chair of the Runstad Advisory Board: Shannon Underwood
Shannon Underwood has been a member of the Runstad Advisory Board since 2014. She served on the Academic Committee, the Hiring Committee, and as chair of the Student Experience Committee before becoming Chair. She recognizes her good fortune in working with the distinguished real estate thought leaders on the Board who share her commitment to the next generation of real estate leaders.
Redfin’s Glenn Kelman on real estate’s ‘massive reckoning’
Glenn Kelman, CEO of Redfin, gave the keynote address at our 9th Annual Runstad Leadership Dinner. The dinner celebrates and supports our growing undergraduate program. Steve Bourassa, chair, is quoted. | Puget Sound Business Journal
What would it take to bring Seattle home prices down to earth?
Arthur Acolin, assistant professor of real estate, talks about the theoretical impact a sufficient supply chain could have on home prices. | Crosscut
The rise of high-tech real estate investing platforms and their effect on housing affordability
James Young, director of the Washington Center for Real Estate Research, talks about real estate tech startups and the housing market. | GeekWire
New book highlights link between homelessness, lack of affordable housing
Gregg Colburn, assistant professor of real estate discusses the root causes of homelessness. | KPBS
Cause of homelessness? It’s not drugs or mental illness, researchers say
As more cities search for explanations and solutions to homelessness, leaders look to data. Gregg Colburn, assistant professor of real estate, is quoted. | Los Angeles Times