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      Residential Planning Program Faculty

      The faculty at The Art Institute of Pittsburgh – Online Division are chosen for their ability to prepare our students for their career pursuits in the real world. All of our faculty attend orientation to learn the best practices for online learning so they have the skills and knowledge to support adult learner success in our online classrooms.

      Ms. Nina Arboscello

      Ms. Arboscello received a Bachelor of Science degree from Syracuse University. She also obtained a minor in Architecture and spent a summer studying abroad in Florence, Italy. Before accepting a full-time teaching position with The Art Institute of Pittsburgh – Online Division, Mrs. Arboscello worked as a professional interior designer for multiple architectural firms along the east coast practicing commercial and residential design. Mrs. Arboscello is NCIDQ Certified and has presented at NeoCon South and NeoCon Chicago.  She has served as the President of the Carolina's Chapter of IIDA and continues to be active in the local chapter.

      Mrs. Carrie Czar

      Ms. Czar received a Bachelor of Interior Design degree from the Art Institute of Pittsburgh and a Master’s degree in Interior Architecture from Chatham University.  She has worked as a kitchen designer and freelance designer, as well as a commercial interior designer for Easley and Rivers, Inc. During her professional career, she has also been a member of the Interior Design Educator's Council and the Interior Design Legislative Coalition of Pennsylvania. Before accepting a full-time teaching position with The Art Institute of Pittsburgh – Online Division, Mrs. Czar taught interior design courses on campus for the Art Institute of Pittsburgh.

      Ms. Carla Viar Pullen

      Ms. Viar Pullen earned both a Bachelor’s and Master’s degree from Hood College in Frederick, Maryland and has worked for The Art Institute of Pittsburgh - Online Division for almost six years.  Prior to accepting a position as a full time instructor, she was the senior interior designer for an architectural firm specializing in corporate, government and K-12 school facility design.  She is NCIDQ certified and licensed to practice as a Certified Interior Designer in the State of Maryland.  Ms. Viar Pullen serves as a board member with the MD State Board of Certified Interior Designers and has worked in the local community as a member of several Historic District Commissions.

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