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From Foundations to Fellowship by Jessica O’Donnell, FAIA, NCARB
As a recently elevated Fellow of the American Institute of Architects, I spent a great deal of time over the last year reflecting on my journey within AIA. When I stepped foot into the School of Architecture at Oklahoma State University as a freshman, I had no way of...
Learn More about NJ REAL Rules
NJ REAL (Resilient Environments & Landscapes) Rules Webinar The NJ DEP REAL Webpage with the final rule and technical manual is available here: NJDEP| Resilient Environments and Landscapes | Webinars NJ Chief Resilience Officer Nick Angarone shares a NJPACT REAL...
AIA Strategic Council Updates Q1
AIA New Jersey Strategic Councilor Lauren Harris, AIA, shares the first quarter news from the AIA National Strategic Council. 2026 AIA FUTURE FORWARD GRANT The deadline to submit for the 2026 AIA Future Forward Grant program is Friday, April 17. Students, emerging...
2026 AIA FUTURE FORWARD GRANT
The deadline to submit for the 2026 AIA Future Forward Grant program is Friday, April 17. Students, emerging professionals, and architects licensed less than 10 years can apply for up to $10,000 to test new ideas that disrupt the traditional conception of practice,...
NETWORKING SUPPORT FOR WOMEN IN ARCHITECTURE AND DESIGN
The Women in Architecture and Design Committee is a new online community for women and allies in architecture and design who want to learn from one another. Designed for those leading, supporting, or building networks, the committee offers guidance on leadership,...
New Report: The Architect’s Journey to Specification
A new AIA report explores how architects collaborate with manufacturers, adopt product innovations, and integrate sustainability into specification decisions amid ongoing market and technology shifts. Gain valuable insight into how product selection decisions are...