AIAVA News: September 2015

Registration is Now Open
The wait is over. Registration is now open for Architecture Exchange East 2015, one of the largest and most exciting annual gatherings of architects and design professionals in the mid-Atlantic. The Early Bird registration discount deadline expires Sept. 30. More>>

Front and Center
In her monthly column, Helene Combs Dreiling is proud to share two major decisions that keep the individual member front and center. More>>

The Fight Continues
By speaking with a united voice, architects influence legislation affecting our profession and the quality of life for all Virginians. AIA Virginia uses the collective power of its membership to participate in the legislative and regulatory policy-making process by educating legislators about issues important to the profession. More>>

Prize for Design Research and Scholarship Awarded
The jury for the AIA Virginia Prize for Design Research and Scholarship has voted to award the 2015 Prize to Virginia Tech professor Joe Wheeler, AIA, for Virginia Tech’s FutureHAUS. More>>

International Union of Women Architects
The International Archive of Women in Architecture (IAWA), a center within Virginia Tech’s College of Architecture and Urban Studies, hosted the 18th Congress of the International Union of Women Architects (UIFA) in Blacksburg, Va. More>>

Slate of Officers and Annual Meeting
Hear about vital developments with your professional society, elect officers and conduct other business at the AIA Virginia Annual Meeting of the Membership. More>>

Architecture Exchange East – Call for Volunteers
Attend Architecture Exchange East for free for a day when you volunteer for this year’s event. More>>

Call for Applications: Emerging Leaders in Architecture Class of 2016
Applications are now being accepted for the Emerging Leaders in Architecture, Class of 2016. Who do you know with the potential to be an outstanding contributor to the profession and the community? More>>

Mid-Atlantic Design Showcase Call For Entries
The Mid-Atlantic Design Showcase places your work on display at Architecture Exchange East. Spaces are limited, so reserve yours before Sept. 30, 2015. More>>

Volunteers Needed for Code Webinar Testing
We need your help on Oct. 14 to test a new pilot webinar that will make it easier and cheaper for you to stay up-to-date on Virginia Building Codes. More>>

Young Architects Forum
The latest issue of YAF Connection is available to view online and is dedicated to the state of the practice. More>>

2016 National AIA Committees
AIA is seeking nominations for members to serve on AIA national committees. Login to your account to see the positions open for 2016. More>>

Updated ARE Exam Guides Now Available
Updated Architect Registration Examination® (ARE®) Exam Guides are now available! You can download the new exam guides here. More>>

New To AIA Virginia
We are always excited to welcome new members to Virginia. The following members recently joined the ranks of AIA Virginia. More>>

New Architects
We understand the dedication and effort required to study for and pass the ARE. Congratulations to the following members for passing their exams and gaining licensure. More>>