AIA CNJ ARE Study Group: Q&A Featuring Abigail Benjamin

AIA Central New Jersey’s ARE Study Group is excited to welcome Abigail Benjamin, AIA, CNU-A, NCARB for a special Q&A focused on the path to licensure, the ARE, and navigating the early stages of your architecture career.

Abigail brings extensive experience supporting emerging professionals and ARE candidates throughout New Jersey. She serves as AIA New Jersey’s Licensing Advisor and AIA NJ Young Architect Representative, and will serve as 2027 AIA New Jersey President-Elect.

This is a perfect opportunity to ask questions about ARE preparation, study strategies, the licensure process, career development, and more. Hear directly from someone who has spent years helping candidates move toward licensure.

New to the group or just curious and want to check it out before joining? Sign up and join us. Everyone is welcome!

Zoom link

https://us06web.zoom.us/j/85806181310?pwd=iqAvb8d1TmbLU4lkavnS3pUPfrjcP5.1

Abby, the 2024 Architects League Community Service Award recipient, has demonstrated an exceptional commitment to mentorship, licensure support, professional development, and public outreach throughout New Jersey.

Since becoming licensed in 2019, she has served as the AIA NJ Licensing Advisor and AXP/NCARB Liaison, guiding emerging professionals through education requirements, the Architectural Experience Program, the Architect Registration Examination, initial licensure, and reciprocity. She currently serves as AIA NJ’s Young Architects Representative, advocating for architects licensed for fewer than ten years and helping strengthen communication among AIA New Jersey, NCARB, and the New Jersey State Board of Architects.

Through programs at NJIT and Kean University, presentations at AIA trade shows, outreach events for children and families, and volunteer initiatives supporting emerging professionals, Abigail has continually worked to cultivate the next generation of architects.