News From National 11.16.23

Announcements

Foundation scholarships open applications

The Architects Foundation has opened applications for its Diversity Advancement and Yann Weymouth Graduate Scholarships. Application information is available. Components are encouraged to share these opportunities in their communications.

The Yann Weymouth Graduate Scholarship offers $5,000 and mentorship from Yann Weymouth, FAIA, to graduate students with a strong focus on sustainable, resilient, wellness, and beautiful design. Learn more >

The Diversity Advancement Scholarship is a multi-year scholarship and rewards up to $20,000 to support ethnically diverse high school and undergraduate students in architecture. Learn more >

AIA Leadership Summit 2024

2024 Leadership Summit Call for Proposals

Act now! The call for proposals closes November 27. AIA volunteer leaders and executive directors are encouraged to submit education session proposals by the deadline. Submit proposals >

Registration is open

Don't miss the 2024 AIA Leadership Summit, the premier chapter and leadership training event, taking place on February 27 through March 1, 2024, at the Grand Hyatt in Washington, D.C.

Reminders

Report K-12 program inventory, survey closes December 1

AIA launched a survey to collect and update information on K-12 programming and initiatives. The results will be compiled and shared as an informal resource of programming accessible to members and the public. Chapters actively engaging K-12 youth through programs, activities, or initiatives are encouraged to participate in this short survey by December 1. Take the survey > 

Report NAC/YAF representatives by December 1 

The NAC/YAF annual meeting date has been set for February 1–3. Chapters should report their state representatives by December 1 to ensure representatives have ample time to plan their travel (paid by AIA national). Contact Kathleen McCormick with questions. 

Member Annual CES Requirement

AIA membership for the current year expires on December 31. Audited members have until then to complete the required continuing education credits to renew their membership in January. Contact Barbara Reed with questions.

Holiday Closure

The AIA will be closed beginning December 25 through January 1.