Dr. Dorcas Oluwaseyi Adeoye, Ph.D, MNIA

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The College of Environmental Design and Geospatial Technology (CEDGET), welcomes you to Federal University of Agriculture and Technology Okeho (FUNATO).

It is a great pleasure to welcome you to a college conceived to respond to the pressing environmental, spatial, and technological challenges of our time. At CEDGET, we are driven by a clear mission to advance knowledge, innovation, and professional excellence in environmental design and geospatial sciences, while nurturing graduates who are ethically grounded, socially responsive, and globally competitive.

We are guided by our vision of becoming a leading centre of excellence in sustainable space design, environmental stewardship, and geospatial Innovation. The College therefore is strategically positioned to bridge theory and practice. Our academic programmes are structured to integrate design creativity, scientific inquiry, and cutting-edge geospatial technologies, ensuring that our graduates are well equipped to shape resilient cities, inclusive communities, and sustainable environments.

We believe that space is not merely built or mapped, but thoughtfully designed, responsibly managed, and intelligently understood. In line with this philosophy, our teaching, research with modern tools and community engagement are anchored on sustainability, contextual relevance, and technological advancement. The departments (Architecture, Arts and Industrial Design, Surveying and Geoinformatics; and, Urban and Regional Planning) place strong emphasis on interdisciplinary collaboration, problem-based learning, and solutions that address local needs while meeting global standards.

At CEDGET, we are committed to fostering a vibrant academic culture that encourages innovation, critical thinking, and lifelong learning. Our college members are dedicated scholars and practitioners, passionate about mentoring students and advancing impactful research that aligns with national development goals and international best practices. Together, let us shape spaces, design sustainable environments, and harness geospatial intelligence for the transformation of society.

Welcome to CEDGET—where sustainability, space design, and technology converge for a better future.

Profile

Dr. D. O. Adeoye is a seasoned Architect and academic with over 26 years of professional, teaching, and mentoring experience. She holds a B.Tech and M.Tech in Architecture from LAUTECH, Ogbomoso, and M.Sc. and Ph.D degrees from the University of Ibadan. She is currently an Associate Professor (Reader) of Architecture.

Her academic career spans undergraduate and postgraduate teaching in housing, building materials and construction, architectural theory, behavioural architecture, research methods, and contemporary architectural issues. She has held key academic leadership roles, including Examination Officer and Acting Head of the Department of Architecture at LAUTECH, contributing significantly to academic and research development.

Dr. Adeoye has supervised more than 100 undergraduate, 15 master's and 4 Ph.D students and has been involved in national and international research projects, with proposals attracting internal and external funding. Her research focuses on informal housing, gender dynamics, and housing for the urban poor, within the framework of Sustainable Development Goal 11.

She has presented papers at local and international conferences in Ghana, UAE, Italy, and South Africa. She has served as a reviewer for reputable national and international journals. She has also authored and co-edited scholarly publications, assessed academic promotions, and served as an external examiner to institutions within and outside Nigeria. She collaborates with researchers from other institutions in countries such as South Africa, the Gambia, the United Kingdom, and the United States.

Academic Qualifications

• Ph.D in Housing, University of Ibadan - 2018
• M.Sc in Urban and Regional Planning (Housing), University of Ibadan - 2006
• Masters of Technology (M.Tech) in Architecture, LAUTECH Ogbomoso - 2001
• Bachelor of Technology (B.Tech) in Architecture, LAUTECH Ogbomoso - 1998
• West African School Certificate (WAECO O'Level) - 1989

Professional Memberships

• Registered Architect, Architects Registration Council of Nigeria (ARCON) - F-5569
• Full Member, Nigerian Institute of Architects (NIA) - M4742
• Member, Association of Architectural Educators in Nigeria (AARCHES)
• Member, Research and Development Network, Nigeria
• Member, Female Architects of Nigeria (FAN)
• Fellow, Institute of Policy Management and Leadership Development (IPMLD)

Notable Achievements & Recognitions

• Over 26 years of professional, teaching, and mentoring experience
• Associate Professor (Reader) of Architecture
• Supervised over 100 undergraduate, 15 Master's and 4 Ph.D students
• Acting Head, Department of Architecture, LAUTECH
• Examination Officer, Department of Architecture, LAUTECH
• Author of nearly 100 publications including journal articles, books, and conference papers
• International conference presentations in Ghana, UAE, Italy, and South Africa
• Research collaborations with institutions in South Africa, Gambia, UK, and USA
• External Examiner to multiple universities within and outside Nigeria

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