Women’s Leadership Summit (WLS)
For the first time, WLS–the largest event for women architects and designers in the country will be held in Silicon Valley, Calif.–the global center for technology and innovation. WLS 2022 will bring diverse leaders together, with a focus on firm leadership, advancing business knowledge, proactive career management, and personal empowerment. Registration launches on May 23rd. Learn more>
2022 SLS Next Gen Scholarship
The AIA Academy of Architecture for Health (AAH) and the American College of Healthcare Architects (ACHA) will sponsor up to two young professionals seeking licensure to attend the 2022 Summer Leadership Summit (SLS). The SLS is an annual gathering in Chicago of approximately 175 leaders in health care design from the U.S. and around the world. Submissions are due by May 27, 2022. Learn more >
Academy Journal
You are invited to submit articles, innovative project case studies, completed research projects, and monographs in the field of health care design. All disciplines are encouraged to submit (doctors, nurses, administrators, etc.). Submissions are due by May 27, 2022. Learn more >
AF/McAslan Fellowship open
Applications are now open through May 31, 2022, for a summer travel grant. The winning architecture student will engage with John McAslan + Partners and the Manifattura Tabacchi restoration project in Florence, Italy, which features a series of important works by the master architect/engineer Pier Luigi Nervi.
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2022 Academy of Architecture for Justice Conference call for proposals
The AAJ Conference is October 9–12, 2022 in Austin, Texas. The theme of the conference is how the injustices that occur within the criminal justice system are not just impacted by one facility but are influenced by community, policy, transportation, and architecture. Submissions are due by June 6th at 5pm. Learn more >
a/e ProNet David. W. Lakamp scholars announced
The Architects Foundation is awarding the 2022 a/e ProNet David W. Lakamp AIA scholarship to Deanna Ho (Arizona State University) and Jennifer Stieben (University of Kentucky). Each will receive $5,000 to be used towards tuition for demonstrating a strong interest in practice and risk management. Read more >
Bridging the spectrum of design experiences
The AIA Committee on Design, in collaboration with the Young Architects forum is proud to present an inspirational discussion with design leaders from across the country. Our panel bridges the worlds of emerging professionals to the most accomplished and renowned architects, highlighting the prism of design experience, education, and innovation. Earn 1.25 LU. Learn more >
WLS AIAU session: An Architect’s lifelong journey towards career satisfaction
Join us on June 7th for our first WLS virtual session in a two-part series. This panel will look at the various alternate career paths architects and designers can take along their professional journeys. Attendees will learn how to leverage their architecture degree and license to achieve greater career satisfaction by aligning career choices with personal passion. Register here >
The future of SAP training
This conversation will present the future of the Safety Assessment Program (SAP) through AIA national, including a new training model beginning in late 2022/early 2023. We will foster dialogue around how best we can support instructors, components, and participants in this new version of SAP training. Register now >
WLS AIAU session: Tackling mental health in architectural practice
Join us in a discussion with panelists that include mental health professionals and design professionals to discuss ways that employees can achieve greater rejuvenation and satisfaction with work, and how employers can implement more supportive systems. Register here >