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A Week In Brief
Monday, July 23, 2018
In This Issue
Call for Chit Chat Presenters!
Seismic Issues in Geotechnical Engineering
Paint 201: Practical Solutions and Problem Solving
AIAOK Conference Registration Now Open!
Booths & Sponsorships Available!
AIAOK Honor Award Nominations
Buildings + Brews
Gemba Walk at the Norman Public Library Central Branch
MA+ Architecture School Supply Drive
Project Management Bootcamo
Mark Your Calendars!

July 24: Buildings + Brews
July 27: AIA Oklahoma Strategic Planning in Stillwater
August 7: ARE Success Group Begins 
August 7: Buildings + Brews
August 9: Cocktails & Credits
August 21: Buildings + Brews
August 22: Cocktails & Credits
September 11: Buildings + Brews
September 13: AIACOC Luncheon
September 14: Leadership AIA in OKC
October 18: Architecture after 5 at Harrison Walker & Harper
October 26: AIACOC Design Awards Banquet
November 8-9: AIAOK Conference on Architecture
AIA CENTRAL OKLAHOMA NEWS

Call for Chit Chat Presenters!

The AIA Central Oklahoma September 13th Luncheon is the annual CHIT CHAT (20 slides | 20 seconds) luncheon and we are now taking nominations for presenters.  If you are interested in presenting, please email to  aiacoc@cox.net.  Please include your name, company, title of your talk and a short description about your presentation.  The deadline to submit is August 10, 2018.
 
Here are some guidelines to keep in mind when submitting your presentation for consideration.
  • The AIACOC Chit Chat program is meant to promote the importance of design and therefore must contain some element of design.
  • Chit Chat is not meant to promote one's company or product but rather to promote design and the built environment. 
  • Chit Chat presentations should include a personal aspect; your personal interpretation of some sort of art / life / design experience. 
  • Chit Chat is meant to not only promote architecture but other aspects of the design arts so in addition to architects and intern architects, we welcome interior designers, graphic designers, landscape architects, photographers and artists.

Seismic Issues In Geotechnical Engineering
J oin us for Cocktails and Credits!

Thursday, August 9, 2018
4:30 - 6:00 p.m.
AIACOC Office

Seismic Issues In Geotechnical Engineering presented by Intertek PSI


Learning Objectives:
  • Why do we need to address seismic issues?
  • What causes seismic events?
  • Faults, Ground Motions, Liquefaction, Effects on Slopes, Retaining Walls and Deep Foundation Issues
  • The presentation is intended to familiarize participants with terms, issues and concepts.
Attendees will earn 1 HSW Credit for attending this program.  

Seating is limited.




Paint 201: Practical Solutions and Problem Solving Techniques
Join us for Cocktails & Credits!

Wednesday, August 22, 2018
4:30 - 6:00 p.m.
AIACOC Office

Paint 201: Practical Solutions and Problem Solving Techniques presented by Benjamin Moore Paint


Learning Objectives:
  • Overview of Classification of Paints
  • Advantages and Disadvantages of Latex Versus Alkyd
  • Surface Preparation and Priming Techniques
  • Solutions for Common Paint Problems

Attendees will earn 1 Learning Unit for this program.  

Seating is limited.  




 
Thank you to Wallace Engineering for hosting Architecture after 5 last week!






AIA OKLAHOMA NEWS

Conference Registration is Open!
Join us for the AIA Oklahoma Conference on Architecture!

Great Speakers!
Tours!
Fun at the Children's Museum!
Scavenger Hunt!
Tradeshow Bingo!
HSW Credit!

November 8-9, 2018 in Enid, Oklahoma



HOTEL ROOMS: 
We have a block of rooms at the Springhill Suites by Marriott.
Rooms are $99 plus tax per night.
 
Reservations must be made by calling the hotel at 580-540-4256. The group code is AIA.
 
This block and special rate will be on a first come basis and the block will be released on October 7, 2018.

Booths & Sponsorships Still Available!  
We still have booths and sponsorships available for this year's AIA Oklahoma Conference on Architecture!  We hope you'll join us in Enid Oklahoma on November 8-9.  It's going to be another great conference!!

AIA Oklahoma Honor Awards: Call for Nominations



OKC FOUNDATION FOR ARCHITECTURE

Buildings + Brews 
These events are free but let us know you're coming.  
It's a great opportunity to meet new people, support a 
local brewery and learn from architects.  

Register for Prairie Ales <HERE>
NEWS OF INTEREST TO OUR MEMBERS

Gemba Walk at the Norman Public Library Project

Join the Lean Construction Institute for a Gemba Walk at the Norman Public Library Central Branch project, to see Lean in action on a project. We'll learn how the project team, including trade partners, have implemented and maintained the Last Planner System and other Lean practices on this high-profile hard bid project for the City of Norman.

Open discussion with the project team is encouraged, so come prepared with questions and be ready to observe!

This is also an active jobsite, so all attendees must bring their own PPE: hardhats, safety glasses, high-visibility shirt or vest, gloves and close-toed shoes. If you do not have any of these PPE items, e-mail mgilbertson@flintco.com and we'll work to get you any missing items.


Attendance is free of charge.  Registration is required.

When
Wednesday, July 25, 2018
7:00 AM - 10:00 AM

Where
Norman Public Library Central Branch field office
920 N. Lahoma Avenue
Oklahoma City, Oklahoma 73069

This is also an active jobsite, so all attendees must bring their own PPE: hardhats, safety glasses, high-visibility shirt or vest, gloves and close-toed shoes. If you do not have any of these PPE items, e-mail mgilbertson@flintco.com and we'll work to get you any missing items.

PARKING: The venue address will take you directly to the Flintco trailer. Parking is available immediately south of the Flintco trailer in a gravel lot. Carpooling is encouraged.

Questions?  Contact Betsy Brunsteter at bbrunsteter@adgokc.com

MA+ Architecture School Supply Drive
In celebration of our 50th Anniversary, we want to give back to our local area school districts! We are continuing our Architects for Education program by hosting a year-long school supply drive. All school supplies and donations will be collected at our office and then given to local schools in need. We hope you will join us to help equip our youth for the classroom and build their confidence for the bright future ahead. Please see the list of suggested donations below for items we are currently collecting. Additionally, gift card donations to the following retailers are also appreciated: Target, Walmart & Office Depot.  A year-long effort, we will begin by collecting donations now through August 8th for local area students heading to school for the 2018/19 school year. Please drop off donated items at the MA+ office in Oklahoma City at 4000 N Classen Blvd., Suite 100N by Wednesday, August 8th. Thank you for supporting our great school districts!


 

ACEC Hosts Project Management Bootcamp
 

DRIVE YOUR SUCCESS 
In this information-packed, two-day seminar, learn the proven techniques and strategies of today's most successful project managers: 
* Improve your personal project management skills and success. 
* Strengthen your technical skills in negotiation, budgeting, scheduling, and risk management assessment. 
* Refine your "people skills," including marketing, communications, and leadership.

Early Bird Rate Available Now: $1,495.00 


Questions?  Contact Jim Sullins at  jsullins@acecok.org
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A BIG THANK YOU TO OUR

AIA CENTRAL OKLAHOMA 2018 PACKAGE SPONSORS!

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