2024 AIA Indiana Design and Service Awards Call for Submissions – All AIA Indiana member architects in good standing who have led the design of completed projects inside or outside of Indiana are invited to compete for Honor, Merit, and Citation Design Awards. Also, AIA member architects outside of Indiana in good standing and who are responsible for the lead role in designing projects located in Indiana are invited to compete. If a project had both a design architect and an architect-of-record, submissions must include the names of both. The awards will be presented during the AIA Indiana Convention on Friday, August 16 at the 16 Tech Innovation District, in downtown Indianapolis. The submission deadline is 4 p.m. EDT, Thursday, June 27, 2024. CLICK HERE to learn more.

AIA Indiana has a long tradition of honoring architects and community members and leaders for the impact they have made on the architecture profession and design in their communities through its annual AIA Service Awards. AIA Indiana invites its members to submit nominations for the following awards: Edward D. Pierre Award; Juliet Peddle Award; Walter S. Blackburn Award; Distinguished Firm Award; Tony Costello Young Architect Award; Next Gen Award; Gold Medal Award. The submission deadline is 4 p.m. EDT, Thursday, June 27, 2024. CLICK HERE to learn more. 

2024 AIA Indiana Convention presented by Glen-Gery / Brickworks - The 2024 AIA Indiana Convention presented by Glen-Gery / Brickworks Supply Center is scheduled for Friday, August 16, at 16 Tech in Indianapolis. Thank you to Glen-Gery / Brickworks Supply Center for being our title convention sponsor! The convention will feature a keynote address by Emily Krueger, President & CEO, 16 Tech Innovation District, as well as continuing education opportunities, a trade show, and the presentation of the 2024 AIA Indiana Design and Service Awards. Complimentary coffee, soft drinks, snacks, lunch (across the street at the AMP Food Hall), and two Happy Hour drink tickets per attendee, will be provided. Sponsorships and trade show spaces are available. CLICK HERE to learn more, to register, and to confirm your sponsorship and/or trade show space .

AIA Indiana AXP Friendly Firm Recognition - The AIA Indiana AXP Friendly Firm award is a newly established annual designation approved by the AIA Indiana Board of Directors. This accolade aims to provide a clearer, more accessible route for individuals pursuing licensure. Participation in this program is voluntary. Applications for the AXP Friendly Firm program will be open annually from April 1 to May 30. AXP Friendly and Exemplary Firms will be recognized at the AIA Indiana Convention, be featured on the AIA Indiana Website, and may use the AXP Friendly Logo or AXP Exemplary Logo for marketing purposes in the year shown on the logo. Again, the submission deadline is Thursday, May 30. CLICK HERE to learn more. 

AIA Indiana Strategic Council Representative - 2025-2027 Term - Call for Candidates - The AIA Indiana Board of Directors is actively seeking passionate individuals interested in serving as the AIA Indiana Strategic Council Representative. The Strategic Council plays a pivotal role in advancing the architectural profession by keeping the Board of Directors and other AIA entities informed about crucial professional matters and opportunities. Its mandate includes identifying both opportunities and threats within the profession, engaging in strategic planning, and shaping AIA's goals and objectives for the future. The deadline to apply for this position is June 7. Interested candidates will be invited to attend the AIA Indiana Board meeting on July 16, scheduled between 3 p.m. - 4 p.m. via Zoom, to introduce themselves and articulate why they should be considered for this role. The board will conduct a vote and select the representative by the meeting's conclusion. CLICK HERE to learn more.

AIA Indiana State Associate Representative (STAR) - 2025-2026 Term - Call for Candidates - Every two years, AIA Indiana nominates an Associate AIA member to represent the state on the National Associates Committee. Submissions are now being accepted for the NAC State Associate Representative (STAR) of Indiana for the 2025 - 2026 term. This is a tremendous opportunity to take on a larger leadership role within the AIA. This rewarding experience will allow you to be actively engaged in shaping the future of the profession and to grow your network with the NAC, Young Architects Forum (YAF), and the AIA both regionally and nationally. The deadline to apply for this position is June 7. Interested candidates will be invited to attend the AIA Indiana Board meeting on July 16, scheduled between 3 p.m. - 4 p.m. via Zoom, to introduce themselves and articulate why they should be considered for this role. The board will conduct a vote and select the representative by the meeting's conclusion. CLICK HERE to learn more.

2025 AIA Indiana Executive Committee - Call for Candidates - AIA Indiana is seeking expressions of interest from AIA Indianapolis members interested in a leadership position on the AIA Indiana Executive Committee. The position of Secretary for 2025 will be open, with preference given to an AIA Indianapolis Section member to maintain geographic balance on the Executive Committee. This is a one-year term that traditionally leads to ongoing service in subsequent years as Treasurer, President-Elect and then President of AIA Indiana. Architect members interested in the Secretary position should submit a letter of interest to AIA Indiana Executive Director Jason Shelley, Hon. AIA, jshelley@aiaindiana.org, no later than June 10. All letters of interest will be considered by the 2024 AIA Indiana Nominating Committee. The 2024 AIA Indiana Nominating Committee was selected by the AIA Indiana Board of Directors at their May 21, 2024 board meeting. The Nominating Committee will prepare and present the slate of 2025 executive committee candidates. The slate of candidates will be announced at the July 16 AIA Indiana Board meeting, posted on the AIA Indiana website, and voted on at the 2024 AIA Indiana Annual Meeting.

YAF Fort Wayne "Firsty Thursday" - Join YAF Fort Wayne for their recurring “Firsty Thursdays” every first Thursday of the month at Utopian Coffee, 118 W Columbia St, Fort Wayne, IN 46802, at 7:30 a.m. The next "Firsty Thursday" is scheduled for May 2. Contact AIA Fort Wayne YAF Chair Jacob Chavez, Assoc. AIA, jacobchavez@grinsfelderarchitects.com if they have questions or would like to get plugged in!

AIA Fort Wayne Golf Outing - The 2024 outing, scheduled for Thursday, June 20, at Coyote Creek Golf Course, 4935 Hillegas Rd, Fort Wayne, IN 46818, is sold out! Other opportunities to participate are still available such as Lunch, Dinner, and Door Prize sponsors. For more information please contact AIA Fort Wayne Golf Outing Chair Eric Till, AIA, etill@designcollaborative.com, 260-249-9267.

AIA Northern Indiana June Program - Join members of AIA Northern Indiana for a Lunch & Learn presentation titled “Demystifying Rain Screen Concepts Utilizing Metal Wall Panels.” The program is scheduled for Wednesday, June 19, 12 p.m. - 1 p.m., at Chicory Cafe Mishawaka, 114 West 1st Street Mishawaka, IN 46544. The presenters are Andrew Seigel, Product Representative for Michigan, Northern Indiana, and Toledo, OH, and Dave Willard, Midwest District Manager of ATAS, International, Inc. Attendees will earn 1 AIA HSW LU! Thanks to ATAS, International, Inc. for making this program possible and for providing lunch! CLICK HERE to learn more and to register.

2024 AIA Northern Indiana Scholarship - To apply one must be a permanent resident of the State of Indiana and live/lived in the Northern-Indiana region, be enrolled in an accredited professional or post-professional architectural degree program, have completed at least the second year in the program at the undergraduate level, and have cumulative grade point average of at least 3.0 on a 4.0 scale. CLICK HERE to learn more and scholarship applications are due on June 14 by 5 p.m.

2024 AIA Northern Indiana Golf Outing - Save the date, Monday, August 12, at Morris Park Country Club, 2200 McKinley Ave, South Bend, IN 46615, for the 2024 AIA Northern Indiana Golf Outing! CLICK HERE to register and to confirm your sponsorship. Contact 2024 AIA Northern Indiana Golf Outing Chair Cassandra Quissell, Assoc. AIA, cquissell@dlz.com, if you have questions.

YAF Northern Indiana - Plans are being made for ARE exam presentations. These programs will occur on the third Thursday of each month. For more information please contact YAF Northern Indiana Co-Chairs Taylor Mathewson, Assoc. AIA, tmathewson@dlz.com, or Kelsey Clady, Assoc. AIA, kclady@dlz.com.

AIA Southern Indiana is scheduling monthly CE luncheons throughout the year that will be held at 12 p.m. CDT, at the Evansville Vanderburgh Public Library, on the third Wednesday of each month. To learn more, please contact 2024 AIA Southern Indiana President Dempson Haney, AIA, aiasouthernindiana@gmail.com.

AIA Indiana Christopher Kelley Leadership Development (CKLDP) Program - The application window for year six of the AIA Indiana CKDLP will open on June 5. CLICK HERE for full details and to access the application. This program is open to young designers and allied professionals. Scholars accepted into the program will be notified in early August and the program will kick off with a Bootcamp style session on August 23. Regular sessions will run from October 2024 through May of 2025. Sessions are generally scheduled for the first Friday of each month. Please contact AIA Indiana Membership Development Coordinator Kim Shelley, kshelley@aiaindiana.org, if you have any questions.

2024 Ball State University College of Architecture and Planning Alumni Award Winners - Each year, the Executive Advisory Board of the Ball State University College of Architecture and Planning acknowledges alumni who exhibit remarkable professional accomplishments in their respective fields. We proudly congratulate this year's AIA Indiana member award recipients: Sarah Hempstead, AIA, LEED AP; Andrew Mitchell, AIA; Scott Perkins, AIA; and Kionna Walker, AIA. Congratulations to these outstanding achievers! CLICK HERE to learn more.

AIA24 - The AIA Conference on Architecture & Design 2024 (AIA24) is heading to Washington, DC, June 5–8! This premier industry event brings together the AIA and AEC communities for an experience unlike any other: exclusive, architect-led tours of DC architecture and firms, influential keynotes designed to make an impact, nearly 300 sessions earning HSW, GBCI, RIBA, and AIA LU credits, unparalleled networking, and the industry's largest expo. New members can attend AIA24 for just $159, and students get access to everything AIA24 has to offer for just $35! CLICK HERE to view the ultimate guide to AIA24 for students and emerging professionals. CLICK HERE to learn more about this year's convention and to register!

Attend the Women’s Leadership Luncheon at AIA24 - A staple event at AIA24, the Women's Leadership Luncheon brings together women from across the building industry to network, celebrate, and grow. AIA24 will be held on June 5–8 at the Walter E Washington Convention Center. Registered attendees can participate in the Women’s Leadership Luncheon on Friday, June 7, 11am–1:30pm ET, at the Marriott Marquis. CLICK HERE to learn more. 

Women’s Leadership Summit Call for Proposals - The Women’s Leadership Summit (WLS), founded by AIA, is a premier leadership experience that brings together the industry’s largest network of women who are breaking down barriers, making themselves visible, and manifesting the careers they want—while making a difference in the world. This year’s summit is scheduled for October 8-10 in Chicago. Visit Women’s Leadership Summit 2024 online to learn more about the event and this year’s theme: Building Resilience. The Call for Proposals closes June 14. Decisions will be sent out in mid-July. CLICK HERE to learn more.

2024 AIA Regional and Urban Design (RUDC) - Knowledge Communities are AIA member’s source for new connections and information. Members can network and connect with their peers from around the world and stay on top of their areas of interest. The Regional and Urban Design Committee (RUDC) helps architecture professionals keep pace with changing conditions and improve regional and urban environments through excellence in design, planning, and public policy. In support of this, RUDC is holding their 2024 Symposium in Indianapolis on November 14–15. A call for speakers has been released. All urban thinkers, no matter the discipline or geography, are welcome to contribute to this engaging and stimulating symposium. Speakers should address the following questions: What are the significant factors and behavioral constructs we must understand today to set future generations up for success and thrive in built environments? Are polycentric cities expanding or contracting figuratively and physically? Proposals are due June 14. CLICK HERE to learn more and to submit your proposal(s).

Safety Assessment Program (SAP) Evaluator Training 2024 - These sessions, which are scheduled for June 26-27, play a vital role in equipping volunteers with the necessary skills and knowledge to support local governments in assessing the safety of their built environment following a disaster. The AIA Disaster Assistance Program, of which SAP is a cornerstone, offers leadership, advocacy, and training opportunities for architects interested in lending their expertise during crises. The workshop will cover rapid damage assessment techniques for structures affected by earthquakes, wind, and water, ensuring participants are capable of consistently and safely evaluating habitability. Upon successful completion of the course, attendees will receive a nationally recognized Cal OES registration ID card from the state of California. Moreover, participants will earn 6.5 AIA HSW LUs! CLICK HERE to learn more and to register. Also, to learn more about the IBEAM (Indiana Building Emergency Assessment and Monitoring) Team and how to volunteer for the team, please contact AIA Indiana State Disaster Coordinator Steve Alspaugh, FAIA at salspaugh@schmidt-arch.com. 

2024 Monumental Awards - This year marks the 47th anniversary of the Monumental Awards, highlighting the built environment in the nine-county Indianapolis region. A vibrant built environment not only improves the overall quality of life but attracts talented individuals to call the Indianapolis region home. This annual evening of recognition acknowledges individuals and businesses that contribute to excellence in architecture, construction, engineering, innovative reuse, interior design, landscape architecture, neighborhood revitalization, public art, and real estate development throughout the nine-county Indianapolis region. Submissions are due by June 28. CLICK HERE to learn more.

Architecture + Planning Camp @CAP: INDY - Ball State CAP in partnership with StudioAXIS architecture professionals will host a one-week (June 24-28) workshop for high school students in grades 9-12 interested in learning about architecture, site evaluation, ecology, sustainability, planning, sketching, and 3D modeling using SketchUp at Ball State CAP: Indy, 25 North Pine St., Indianapolis. CLICK HERE to learn more.

Know YA Know: AIA Young Architects Forum - CLICK HERE to view the April issue of "Now YA Know" produced by the AIA Young Architects' Forum (YAF).

7th Annual Indiana Innovation High Performance Summit - The summit, which is scheduled for Thursday, July 18, at the Marriott Indianapolis North, 3645 River Crossing Parkway, Indianapolis, IN 46240, offers education on innovative, high-performance design of the built environment. Network with industry leaders as they share inspiring solutions to reduce energy consumption and cut emissions; while investing in infrastructure and the community. You’ll meet experts from educational institutions, healthcare facilities, corporations, and community organizations who are making sustainability and resiliency a priority. AIA Indiana is a partnering organization for this event. CLICK HERE to learn more and to register!

Masonry Educational Events - Midwest Masonry Council, IMI, Indiana Block Producers, and the IN-KY Structural Masonry Coalition are excited to announce their upcoming Masonry Educational Events with AIA CEU’s issued for each of the programs. Breakfast and hot lunch will be provided for all attendees. See the list of upcoming events below. Please contact swatkinst@midwestmasonrycouncil.com, 317-504-3593, or tnorton@midwestmasonrycouncil.com if you have questions or would like to RSVP. 

MMC IMI IKSMC AIA INDIANAPOLIS MASONRY EDUCATIONAL EVENT

Date: June 21

Location: Oldcastle APG/Echelon Masonry, 901 E Troy Avenue, Indianapolis, IN 46203

Earn: Up to 5 AIA LUs!

MMC, IKSMC, AIA, BAC LOCAL 4 EVANSVILLE CHAPTER MASONRY EDUCATIONAL EVENT

Date: July 26

Location: Ivy Tech Community College, 3501 First St., Evansville IN 47710

Earn: Up to 4 AIA LUs!

MMC, IMI, IKSMC, AIA, BAC LOCAL 4 FT. WAYNE CHAPTER MASONRY EDUCATIONAL EVENT

Date: October 4

Location: BAC Local 4, 7301 Decatur Road, Fort Wayne, IN 46816

Earn: Up to 5 AIA LUs!

2024 ASHRAE Annual Conference - The conference is scheduled for June 22-26 in Indianapolis. Legislative initiatives, electrification, artificial intelligence, and other technological and social forces are impacting ASHRAE members across all aspects the built environment. The program tracks for the 2024 ASHRAE Annual Conference in Indianapolis seek to explore the challenges and opportunities in responding to these changes, while continuing to focus on core HVAC&R fundamentals, equipment, and research and development. CLICK HERE to learn more.

READI 2.0 Redevelopment & Art Initiative - The Indiana Regional Economic Acceleration and Development Initiative (READI) was launched in 2021, with the purpose of promoting strategic investments to position Indiana as a magnet for talent and economic growth statewide. READI 2.0 will create an even brighter future across Indiana with an emphasis on growing Indiana’s population. Some common themes arose through READI 1.0, including a need for additional tools for revitalizing vacant and blighted properties, and equipping communities with assets for arts and cultural amenity growth. Through the Lilly Endowment Inc.’s $250 million gift, the Indiana Economic Development Corporation (IEDC) is proud to launch an additional component of READI called the Redevelopment & Arts Initiative to advance and support two transformative initiatives focused on: (1) systemic community challenges associated with deteriorating, vacant, abandoned and/or blighted properties statewide; and (2) elevating the vitality of Indiana’s arts and cultural community through regional investments that benefit every resident’s quality of life, retain citizens and attract future generations of Hoosiers. CLICK HERE to learn more.

2024 AIA Central Kentucky Chapter (AIA/CKC) Annual Retreat - AIA Indiana members are invited to join the AIA/CKC Annual Retreat, taking place on May 31 and June 1 at the Embassy Suites by Hilton Cincinnati RiverCenter in Covington, KY. A highlight of the retreat will be a presentation by author Bob Webster on the Beverly Hills Supper Club Fire and its impact on the architecture profession. CLICK HERE to learn more.

Urban Plan for Public Officials - Get game-changing insights on the P3 development process - If you work in the public sector, don't miss ULI Indiana’s upcoming UrbanPlan workshop, which is scheduled for Thursday, June 20, 9 a.m. - 4 p.m., at RJE Business Interiors, 621 E. Ohio St. Indianapolis, IN 46202. UrbanPlan is ideal for local decision makers who would like to learn more about the fundamental forces that shape and affect the built environment and the important roles that elected officials, appointed officials, and community leaders play in the development process. The workshop enables participants to more deeply understand the trade-offs and risk at play, especially in public/private partnerships. CLICK HERE to learn more about Urban Plan. This event is complimentary for elected officials and staff members of government agencies, community development corporations, and other public-serving organizations. To register, please email Megan.Adams@uli.org. Please include your name, current public position/agency, email address and cell phone number.

NCARB Update for April 2024 - The April 2024 edition of the NCARB Update is now available. Inside, you’ll find a letter from CEO Michael Armstrong, an overview of activities from the past month, important project updates, and recent press and publication features. CLICK HERE to learn more.

In Memoriam - Janice Shimizu, AIA passed away on April 11, 2024. As an architecture educator at Ball State University, Janice taught, mentored, and inspired hundreds of students over decades. Her strong desire to always be learning made her simultaneously a great teacher and student. She will be dearly missed. CLICK HERE to learn more. 

In Memoriam - Sallie Rowland passed away on May 2, 2024. She founded Rowland Design in 1968 and led the company to remarkable success. Throughout her career, she combined artistic talent, business acumen, and warm, nurturing leadership. Passionate about historic preservation, Sallie served on the board of the Historic Landmarks Foundation of Indiana and was the first woman to preside over the Indianapolis Historic Preservation Commission. Her efforts to challenge the prevailing bulldozer mentality led to the designation of several historic districts and the preservation of many historic structures. She will be profoundly missed. CLICK HERE to learn more. 

AIA National News

ABI April 2024 - Architecture firm billings remained soft in April, with an AIA/Deltek Architecture Billings Index (ABI) score of 48.3 for the month. The score rose from 43.6 in March but still indicates that billings continue to decline at most architecture firms. While the value of newly signed design contracts dipped slightly in April, there remains interest from clients as inquiries into new projects continue to increase. CLICK HERE to learn more.

Economic Update: Q3 2024 ABI Insights - Join AIA Chief Economist Kermit Baker, Hon. AIA, and AIA President Kimberly Dowdell, AIA, NOMAC, on July 24 for their quarterly conversation about the AIA/Deltek Architecture Billings Index (ABI). The ABI is a leading monthly economic indicator that uses proprietary AIA data to predict nonresidential construction activity 9–12 months ahead. Get ahead of emerging challenges and opportunities and inform your strategic planning with key insights into the industry’s latest economic data and trends. CLICK HERE to learn more. 

AIA24 - See you this June at AIA24, the AIA Conference on Architecture & Design, in Washington, D.C. June 5-8, 2024. Registration is open. CLICK HERE to learn more and to register.

2024 AIA Women’s Leadership Summit - The AIA Women’s Leadership Summit (WLS) 2024 will be held in Chicago October 8-10, 2024. The premier event brings together the industry’s largest network of women offering an array of opportunities for networking, leadership training, business development, gender equity, and personal empowerment. The WLS Calls for Proposals call are due by June 14. More information will be available in the coming weeks. In the meantime, questions about WLS 2024 may go to womeninarch@aia.org.

AIA Launches News and Content Hub - In early April, following the end of AIA’s partnership with Zonda Media, AIA launched a new digital media hub to ensure its members have access to high-quality, relevant content. The content hub, which is available on AIA's new website as a member benefit, offers a unique user experience. It follows the relaunch of the AIA Architect newsletter, which is now AI-driven and fully customizable for every member. The hub features original reporting, project features, articles on firm management and best practices, industry trend pieces, member insights, and more. The goal is to position AIA as the go-to news source for members – while expanding AIA’s reach to the broader AEC industry. This innovative approach to delivering content is a testament to AIA's commitment to adapt and evolve in step with changes in the media landscape, ensuring its members continue to receive the most relevant and engaging content. CLICK HERE to check out the hub!

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