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George L. Welch

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Education

  • Master of Public Administration, Walden University
  • Bachelor of Architecture, University of Illinois

About George

George Welch has played a number of integral roles at NewSchool, including serving as an initial member of NewSchool of Architecture & Design, LLC, as well as previously serving as the Chair of the Construction Management Program, during which he contributed to the development and expansion of the program.

Welch, who worked in the design construction business for more than 35 years before relocating to San Diego, has significant experience in all phases of real estate development, including design, code compliance, construction, ownership, management and sales, and state agency work.

Memberships

  • Associate, American Institute of Architects (AIA)
  • Member, Construction Management Association of America
  • Member, International Code Council
  • Member, Kendall College Charitable Trust
  • Finance Board Member, St. Paul’s Methodist Church
  • Board of Directors, ACE Mentorship

Gregorio “Goyo” Ortiz

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Associate Professor
Assistant Director of Architecture Programs
Education
  • Master of Urban Planning, UCLA
  • Bachelor of Architecture, Woodbury University

AboutGoyo Ortiz-Muñoz’s teaching philosophy centers on community-driven design and collaborative approaches to urban planning. His work explores the complex layers that make cities function, emphasizing solutions that foster equity and sustainability. 

Goyo brings extensive professional experience from both his own practice and leading architectural firms, specializing in urban design. Most recently, he served as Community Development Choreographer at Casa Familiar, a community-based organization in San Ysidro—a vibrant neighborhood on the U.S.-Mexico border. In this role, he navigated the intersection of local government and community stakeholders to advance affordable housing strategies, environmental initiatives, cultural spaces, and public infrastructure projects. 

A true border citizen, Goyo was born in Tijuana and grew up moving between Los Angeles and San Diego. His work reflects a deep understanding of the broader LA–SD–TJ region, with research interests in temporality, transformation, and adaptation within the built environment. He has contributed to architectural design and development projects across California and the Northeastern U.S. and has taught as an adjunct professor at multiple universities in the San Diego–Tijuana region. 

Currently, Goyo serves on several boards of community organizations dedicated to art, culture, and affordable housing advocacy.

Guillermo Sepulveda, Ph.D.

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Guillermo is an architect, educator, and researcher whose work bridges architectural design, building systems, and digital workflows. His teaching focuses on materials, construction methods, environmental performance, and code literacy, emphasizing the translation of design intent into technically sound architectural solutions. His academic and professional interests include sustainability, lighting design, computational design, and digital fabrication. Guillermo’s pedagogical approach integrates technical rigor with critical thinking, encouraging students to understand architecture as a synthesis of theory, technology, and practice. Through teaching, research, and professional work, he is committed to preparing future architects to address contemporary challenges with clarity, creativity, and technical competence. 

Ivan Hu

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Education

Master of Architecture, NewSchool of Architecture & Design

Bachelor’s Degree, NewSchool of Architecture & Design

About

Ivan Hu is a seasoned designer and project manager with over a decade of expertise in architecture and construction. He earned both his Bachelor’s Degree and Master in Architecture from NewSchool of Architecture & Design, graduating at the top of his class with Summa Cum Laude and High Distinction honors. Ivan’s passion lies in creating cohesive, impactful designs with a meticulous eye for detail and a drive to explore innovative solutions to complex challenges. 

Currently, Ivan serves as a senior project lead at Ferguson Pape Baldwin Architects, where he oversees projects from schematic design through construction completion, managing a diverse range of project types and sizes from small tenant improvement to multi-buildings campus. He also contributes to the academic community as an adjunct faculty member at NewSchool, where he coordinates the Integrated Path to Architectural Licensure (IPAL) program and manages the Internship Class. 

In addition to his professional and academic pursuits, Ivan is an award-winning photographer recognized throughout Southern California. 

Jin Huang

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About Jin Huang

Dr. Jin Huang has served as our President and Chief Executive Officer and as a member of our board of directors since our inception in August 2000. Dr. Huang has over 17 years of academic and industry experience in Silicon Valley. Prior to founding Ambow, Dr. Huang was a founding engineer at Avant!, where she was responsible for product design and engineering management. Dr. Huang holds a bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, a master’s degree in Computer Science and a Ph.D. in Electronic Engineering from the University of Electronic Science & Technology of China. From 1990 to 1993, Dr. Huang was doing research and completed her Ph.D. dissertation at the University of California, Berkeley.

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