AIA24 National Conference

AIA conference name update, future locations  

After strategic discussions with stakeholders and the AIA Board of Directors, the conference name for 2024, and going forward, will be the AIA Conference on Architecture & Design, "AIA24" for short (i.e. AIA25, AIA26, etc. for the future). The "A’ " concept of the past few years will be sunset. Learn more about the name change and upcoming dates and locations.

Lead the dialogue at AIA24

AIA opened the call for proposals to solicit the best speakers and content for the AIA Conference on Architecture & Design. This year’s event includes a Call for Educational Sessions and a brand-new Call for Tours that showcase significant sites and iconic architecture in Washington, D.C., Maryland, and Virginia. The call for proposals closes on October 5.

AIA24 Call for Peer Reviewers
In addition to the call for proposals, AIA is looking for subject matter experts in architecture and design to review educational session and tour proposals.
How to apply
Those interested in being a peer reviewer should create an account to complete the online application. Applications are now being accepted until September 28, 2023. Selected peer reviewers will receive an invitation with instructions in early October.  Learn more >

Call for Nominations:2024-2026 At-large Representative to AIA Strategic Council

Call for Nominations: 

2024-2026 At-large Representative to AIA Strategic Council 

Nomination and Election of 2024-2026 At-large Representatives to AIA Strategic Council. 

The AIA Strategic Council (“Council”) invites nominations of individuals for the position of At-large Representative. 

Each year, the Council elects At-large Representatives to the Council, who will serve three (3)-year terms. 

These At-large Representative positions bring diverse viewpoints to the Council that might not be otherwise represented. This includes individuals from allied professions, futurists, educators, and others who would not typically be elected to the Council through the state component nomination and election process. 

The Strategic Council seeks nominees who align with AIA’s core values and can focus and lead the Council in its task of informing the Board and other AIA committees, task forces, etc., of the challenges and opportunities facing the profession. 

In particular, the Council is seeking nominees with a strong understanding of Equity, Climate Change, Business, Design, and Strategic Planning. To be the most effective Council possible, AIA fully embraces this opportunity to bring other viewpoints, experiences, and talents, especially those that have historically been underrepresented in the profession. 

Nomination packets must include: 

1. Nominee’s letter of interest, addressed to: 

Neal Angrisano, AIA 

Chair, Elections Subcommittee (2023 Council Best Practices Committee) 

2. Nominee’s resume 

3. Letter(s) of support from an AIA member or an AIA component 

4. Supporting materials as desired 

(NOTE: AIA National staff is prohibited from providing letters of support) 

All materials must be compiled into one PDF for submittal. The total packet length may not exceed 10 pages. 

Deadline for submission: 5:00pm ET, Friday, October 13, 2023. Send all materials as one compiled PDF, in one mailing/email, to MuzaConforti@aia.org. 

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News From National August 11

New resources for Fellowship candidates   

Fellowship 101 introduces the application process and includes tips to help members get started. For candidates who are ready to crosscheck their work and submit, this new checklist can help avoid disqualification. Find these and other materials on the Resources tab of the Fellowship page. Email honorsawards@aia.org with questions.

NAC/YAF/SFX Call for state representatives 

The AIA has opened its call for 2024 state representatives to the National Associates Committee, Young Architects Forum, and Small Firm Exchange. The position descriptions and CACE memo on the process for selection can be reviewed online. Each state executive director should have received an email on August 8 with this information, and the status of current representatives. Components may contact Kathleen McCormick with questions.

2023 AIA Upjohn Research Initiative Grant   

The Upjohn program funds up to six research grants of $15,000-$30,000 per recipient annually for projects completed in a 6- to 18-month period; research should be relevant and applicable to practicing architects. This year’s grant funding supports applied research projects related to the priorities outlined in AIA’s Strategic Plan and the Framework for Design Excellence. The submission deadline is August 29, 2023.Components may wish to share with members. 

AIA Trust Week offers daily webinars 

Mark your calendars now for a full week of daily lunchtime webinars 1-2pm EDT, September 18-22. Learn about the various benefits and resources available to AIA members, components and staff from AIA Trust benefit and financial plan providers, and legal and risk management experts. Some webinars will provide AIA CE Credit. Check out the schedule and register to attend one, two, or all five sessions. Register >

Honors & Awards submissions 

The deadline for Collaborative Achievement, AIA Award for Excellence in Public Architecture, and others is September 12. Visit the Honors & Awards pages for more information.

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Committee on Design Conference 
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October 11-15, 2023
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November 4-7, 2023
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