Written and edited by Brian W. Penschow, AIA (with support froma specially trained AIA-educated GTP based on OpenAI’sChatGPT 4o) Introduction Early-career professionals represent the bright future of the architecture profession. As they transition fromacademia to...
Emerging Professionals
The New Jersey State Board of Architects Discuss Unlicensed Practice and The Path to Licensure
In January 2026, the New Jersey State Board of Architects will be discussing unlicensed practice and the path to licensure. AIA NJ members have been invited to participate. This virtual meeting is open to all and will be held on Thursday, January 8th, 2026, at 9AM....
Architecture is a Profession!
Last month, the U.S. Department of Education announced it would reclassify architecture as a non-"professional degree" for federal student loan purposes, a decision made under the terms of the "One Big Beautiful Bill". This change is set to take effect in July 2026...
Support the AIA NJ Education and Scholarship Foundation
Dear AIA New Jersey Members,In light of the recent changes to financial support available to Schools of Architecture and Architecture Students, we invite you to join us in supporting the newly re-established AIA NJ Educational and Scholarship Foundation—our...
Join Us for a Historic Celebration!
AIA New Jersey is excited to invite you to the Annual AIA New Jersey and AIA West Jersey Board Installation & Awards Gala on January 17, 2026, at the stunning Collingswood Grand Ballroom. Celebrate 125 years of excellence, welcome our incoming Board...
New Jersey Modernizes Path to Licensure for Emerging Architects
As part of AIA NJ’s ongoing efforts to remove barriers to licensure and support the next generation of architects, New Jersey Legislature has removed the minimum experience-hour and three-year work requirement for exam eligibility. This progressive change aligns New...