Dr. Lee Fithian, AIA

Dr. Lee A. Fithian is an accomplished architect, educator, and researcher dedicated to advancing sustainable design and building performance. With a career spanning over three decades, she has played a pivotal role in integrating sustainability principles into architectural curricula currently serving as the Director of the OU Online Master of Science in Sustainable Architecture, developing and administering an innovative program that equips students with the necessary skills to address climate change challenges in design and construction. Beyond academia and professional practice, Dr. Fithian has held leadership roles within the AIA, including serving as a technical jury reviewer for the AIA National COTE Top Ten Awards and the AIA BPKC Leadership Group. She has also been an active member of the IECC Envelope Embodied Carbon Subcommittee and the Oklahoma Uniform Building Code Commission.