AIA RACIAL EQUITY INITIATIVE
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Harnessing the passion of our Members and the broader design community,
AIA National
is taking steps to advance racial justice and equality in our organization, in our profession, and in our communities.
As we work to break down barriers, the AIA recognizes we don’t have all the answers. To succeed, our action must be guided by greater understanding. AIA National has begun to put together
resources
which represent just a few tools to help bridge the gap – the gap between complacency and knowledge, between knowledge and action, and between action and progress. Through listening sessions with internal and external stakeholders and partner groups, we’re further exploring concrete ways to effect change.
We invite you to contact AIA National at
feedback@aia.org
to suggest additional resources.
As AIA National finalizes details and timelines for our organization's plans moving forward, they will update the
resource page
with regular news and progress. We have no illusions about the scope of the challenge. Fully living up to our highest ideals and values won’t happen overnight, but neither can it wait another day.
"Working together, we can achieve meaningful, lasting change."
*Please note that any third-party resources are provided for informational purposes and represent the views of the respective organizations.*
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July ARE Appointments
Prometric is continuing to enforce social distancing at test centers, and as part of that effort has had to cancel a small number of Architect Registration Examination® (ARE®) candidate appointments that were originally scheduled between July 1-15. Less than 3 percent of appointments scheduled were impacted-a dramatic improvement compared to June ARE appointments. Any candidate impacted by early-July social distancing measures has already been contacted by NCARB.
In early-July, Prometric will assess the need to adjust appointments scheduled between July 16-30, and will provide candidates a minimum of two weeks' notice if they have an impacted appointment.
All candidates who test will need to bring and wear a face covering while in the Prometric test center. Additional information about testing procedures during this time can be found on
Prometric's website
.
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NEW COVID-19 Re-opening tools & resources
AIA convened a virtual charrette with architects and experts in public health, engineering, and facilities management to develop guidance for building re-occupancy. Input from the charrette led to a new Building Risk Management Plan Worksheet, enhanced Re-occupancy Assessment Tool, and expanded ArchMap.
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AIA RE-OCCUPANCY ASSESSMENT TOOL
AIA Re-occupancy Assessment Tool
which provides a framework of strategies for re-opening buildings. Informed by authoritative sources (CDC, WHO, OSHA, etc.) and public health experts, the tool includes baseline parameters for re-occupancy, architectural and engineering strategies, and administrative policies that promote the health, safety, and welfare of the public while creating opportunities for non-essential facilities to provide services.
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How AIA contracts address the COVID-19 pandemic
For the foreseeable future, the design and construction industry may experience considerable disruptions, such as material shortages, construction delays, work stoppages, and suspended and terminated projects due to the coronavirus pandemic. This article provides some tips on how to handle project delays, suspensions, and terminations with AIA documents, and also provides a list of some insurance issues to consider.
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Webinar: AIA Construction Manager Documents changes
AIA Contract Documents, in conjunction with the ABA Forum on Construction Law,
assembled an expert panel to lift the curtain and explore some of the key changes of the 2019 AIA Construction Manager documents. Join this webinar on
June 23
. Earn 1.5 LUs. $95* (use promo code, ABAFCLAIA- at checkout). *The discount code is not valid for AIA Members who are current ABA Forum members.
Register
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The Whitney M. Young Jr. Award
This award distinguishes an architect or architectural organization that embodies social responsibility and actively addresses relevant issues, such as affordable housing, inclusiveness, or universal access. Please nominate candidates who continuously advocate for societal equity through our profession. Nominations for this prestigious award are open now through
September 1
.
Submit nominations
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Jason Pettigrew Memorial ARE Scholarship
Applications are now open through
August 14
for the 2020 Jason Pettigrew Memorial ARE Scholarship. Apply today for this grant covering the full costs of the Architect Registration Examination, as well as study materials and access to ArchiPrep®.
Apply now
Richard Morris Hunt Prize
Applications are open now through
August 14
for the 2021 Richard Morris Hunt Prize. Apply today to receive a $20,000 research fellowship for emerging trends in historic preservation.
Apply now
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ARE testing
Centers are
closed
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As a result, NCARB has extended our no-cost rescheduling period for Architect Registration Examination® (ARE®) appointments and is adding an additional six-month rolling clock extension to all valid passing scores.
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Despite the impacts of COVID-19, this year’s conference will be one of the premier events for Michigan owners, designers, and builders, providing educational and networking opportunities.
We have worked hard with the Grand Hotel to maintain the character and and also keeping the traditions of this great event, while still accommodating the impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic and providing a safe environment for all attendees. You will also notice the
Grand Hotel pricing and conference registration is the same as last year!
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For the second time, AIA Detroit is accepting applications for the Christopher Kelley Leadership Development Program from potential scholars
located all over the state of Michigan
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Applications due
July 7th and View Scholar testimonials
here
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Discover what you can learn AIAU brings the industry's best learning to you. Our
300+ instructors
are from leading firms, and they'll immerse you in in-demand topics that will boost your skills and portfolio.
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Free AIAU courses for AIA members
We're in the midst of a pandemic and the business environment is rapidly changing. Many of our members are already feeling the impact. To help you navigate these uncertain times, we're making some of AIAU's best business and tech courses available to AIA members for free. Learn valuable skills about virtual practice, successful business strategies, risk management, and more from some of the most innovative architects, firms, and design professionals.
Browse Courses
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The
Capital Development Board
is pleased to announce the publication of a Notice of Intent for an exciting new project in conjunction with
University of Illinois and the Discovery Partners Institute.
•. The design team for this significant new project will be selected through a multi-stage QBS selection process under CDB’s new
Excellence in Design Program
that will include a conceptual design competition.
•. All interested firms must be prequalified with CDB prior to the Stage I submittal deadline.
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Michigan Historic Preservation Network - 40th Annual Statewide Preservation Conference
“Preservation on the Frontline”
Fetzer Center, Western Michigan University
Kalamazoo, Michigan
RESCHEDULED! September 20-23, 2020
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EMERGING PROFESSIONAL RESOURCES
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AIA Michigan has Brightwood's 5.0 Study Guides. Please call 313-965-4100 or email
Evelyn Dougherty
to borrow the study materials!
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AIA Huron Valley
has the ARE 5 Review Manual and the ARE 5 Practice Problems available to loan out free of charge. If you are interested please email
AIA Huron Valley
AIA Saginaw Valley
has the ARE materials available for their section members to borrow! If you're a member of the AIA Saginaw Valley chapter please contact
AIA Saginaw Valley
to borrow the materials.
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Christopher Kelley Leadership Development Program
for potential scholars located all over the state of Michigan! All applications and supporting documents are due no later than 11:59pm on
Tuesday, July 7th
. Please see the
2020 CKLDP Info Packet
COMcheck Fundamentals with the BCRC
Golf Outing
Honor Awards Project & Recognition Registrations Due
Annual Golf Outing
2020 Honor Awards Celebration
Thurs., Oct. 29th -
Save the Date!
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Grand Rapids Public Schools District, Grand Rapids, MI
Kohler Architecture, Monroe, MI
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Seeking Architectural Designer position:
Resume
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AIA MICHIGAN STRATEGIC PLAN
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APAC Architects Political Action Committee
Our goal is $10,000 by August 2020
Only personal contributions allowed
Affiliations able to contribute: AIA/AIAE, FAIA, Associate AIA
Now Accepting Credit Cards!
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CONTACT THE STAFF
Executive Director of AIA Michigan: Events and Programming, Finances, Communications, Membership, Government Affairs, Sponsorship
Operations Director: Event Planning, Documents, Continuing Education, Membership, Sponsorship, Emerging Professionals
Administrative Assistant: Events, Membership, Documents, Continuing Education
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