News From National

Promoting scholarships with AIAS

The American Institute of Architecture Students (AIAS) has launched a new scholarship page. Students can now find information and links to national, international, and regional scholarships, including scholarships for the Architectural Registration Exams (AREs). Find the "Submit a Scholarship" button at aias.org/scholarships, or contact AIAS President, Scott Cornelius at president@aias.org.

2022 Annual Meeting information

Information related to the 2022 Annual Meeting can be found here. Check out the list of declared candidates for the national Board of Directors, as well as instructions for the submission of resolutions.

2022 AIA/ACSA Intersections Research Conference: Call for papers

AIA and ACSA requests abstracts for the 2022 Intersections Research Conference, held virtually, October 6-7. This year’s focus is Resilient Futures and will bring together researchers and designers from practice and academia. There will be four thematic tracks: Equitable Futures, Healthy Futures, Engaged Futures, and Expanded Futures. Learn more and submit >

Project Delivery Symposium 2022: Delivering the future

During this year's Project Delivery Symposium, owners, architects, engineers, and builders will discuss the latest strategies for driving successful project outcomes. Topics include best practices, allocating risk, and employing software and data tools to close gaps between concept development, design, construction, and fabrication. Save the date >

Environments for aging

The Environments for Aging Expo & Conference offers the latest strategies and ideas for creating functional and attractive living environments that meet the needs of our aging population. During this comprehensive three-day learning experience, attendees will network with peers while learning the latest innovations and best practices in senior-friendly design for long-term and residential care settings. Save with advance rates through March 19, 2022. Learn more >

News from National

2022 Annual Meeting information

Information related to the 2022 Annual Meeting can be found here. Check out the list of declared candidates for the national Board of Directors, as well as instructions for the submission of resolutions.

Come be a juror for us

Honors & Awards is seeking jurors for our upcoming cycle. Please submit your application here. Also, don't forget to check out the Regional & Urban Design program, currently opened through the summer. For questions regarding Honors & Awards, please email honorsawards@aia.org.

Firm billings for December 2021

AIA's Architecture Billings Index is a recognized leading indicator for nonresidential construction and is available to AIA members for free. December’s index reported another strong month of business conditions, with an ABI score of 52.0. Firms also reported that staff recruitment continues to be a key concern.
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Join the Best Practices Committee

The Best Practices committee manages AIA Best Practices, an essential resource featuring a collection of peer-written content featuring advice on firm management, project delivery, contracts, and more, all aligned with the Architect’s Handbook of Professional Practice 15th edition. Traditionally, this committee has eight members serving up to five years and works collaboratively with other groups, especially the Practice Management knowledge community. Apply by February 28 at 5pm ET. Learn more >

AIAU course: A case study of the Omaha Veterans Affairs Ambulatory Care Center

The Omaha Veterans Affairs Ambulatory Care Center is the first in the nation to take advantage of the C.H.I.P.I.N. for Vets Act. The design team has now been selected for the second C.H.I.P.I.N. for Vets Act project in Tulsa, currently in Schematic Design, and will share how they’ve implemented lessons learned in Omaha for the Tulsa project. Earn 1 AIA LU Learn more >

EDspaces 2022 call for presentations

Join the innovative thought leaders speaking at EDspaces 2022, the conference shaping the future of educational facilities. The EDspaces Planning Committee seeks high-quality educational content and presentations focused on the needs of educational facility professionals. Submissions due by March 7 at 5pm ET. Learn more >

Architects in Action 2022 - AIA Legislative Exchange

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Join AIA July 14-15 for Architects in Action 2022, AIA’s premier policy and advocacy event.

This year is all about advocates! Gather (virtually) with friends and colleagues to reconnect and build community. Learn new ways to recruit, inspire, and train advocates. Hear from thought-provoking guest speakers, including award-winning architects, who will challenge preconceptions of state and local advocacy. And, as always, engage with large and small AIA chapters doing innovative advocacy work across the country

That’s not all. We recognize that a virtual Architects in Action conference, while convenient and accessible, may leave some of you wanting more opportunities to engage with one another live and in person. Don’t worry, we’re planning even more exciting events for you this fall! Watch for more information coming soon.