Call for Interest: At-large Director to the Board of Directors
The AIA Virginia Board of Directors has created an At-large Director position and seeks applicants to serve in this leadership role.
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Dina A. Griffin, FAIA, NOMA, IIDA to Speak at ArchEx
This year’s ArchEx program explores the theme of (re)building community. Through this lens, we’ll hear about Dina’s work — both her widely celebrated built work as well as her sustained work to build and nurture the pipeline into the profession.
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ELA 2023 Applications Open
Do you have what it takes to be a part of the 2023 class of Emerging Leaders in Architecture? Applications are now open.
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Newly Licensed
Congratulations to the following member for passing their exams and gaining licensure.
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Fundamentals of Historic Brick & Mortar
TODAY at NOON, hear an overview of key characteristics of historic brick and mortar and the importance of using compatible materials in restoration. A panel discussion with a series of experts in the field will follow. 1.5 AIA LU| HSW (Free)
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Associated Thoughts: Job Shadowing: 3 Benefits + 3 Tips
This edition of Associated Thoughts is dedicated to the students and emerging professionals looking for that real-world experience in an architecture office and how we, as professionals working in architecture, can better support these future architects through job shadow opportunities.
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COTE Corner: We need your feedback
Help the Virginia Committee on the Environment (COTE) serve you better by completing this brief survey. It should take fewer than 2 minutes and will help us develop resources and programming to best suit your needs.
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Call for Mentors
Operation Reach, Retain, & Develop is entering its 3rd year of mentoring students in architecture programs across Virginia. We need your help. Sign-up to be a mentor here>>
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Call for Interest: Design Committee
Are you looking for ways to be deeply involved in design-forward, inspirational programming? Consider joining the Design Committee!
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Inform Call for Content: Education Issue
Do you have a case study, research, or best practices to share in the upcoming Education Issue of Inform? Submit your education projects and other content suggestions to the editor. Content deadline: Aug. 22

Márquez-André and Garland Appointed
Two AIA Virginia architects have been appointed by the Governor to serve the Commonwealth.
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Share Your Feedback
Would you like a chance to win free registration to Architecture Exchange East 2022? Check your inbox for an invitation to complete a member feedback survey.

Are You Ready to Get Licensed?
AIA Virginia associate members can get a 60-day subscription to the Amber Book for only $50.
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Featured Job Postings
Project and Administrative Coordinator, Hanbury>>
Project Consultant, Sustainable Design Consulting>>

PAC Award Update
The race for the $1,000 PAC Award is off and running. See who’s in the lead and make your investment today!
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Welcome These New Members
Please help us welcome these new members to the AIA as architects, associate members, and AIA Virginia Allied Members.
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New Job Board
AIA Virginia members can list their job openings for free! Enhancements are available.
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Upcoming Educational Opportunities

Aug. 10 @ noon: Fundamentals of Historic Brick & Mortar
Earn 1.5 AIA LU | HSW. (Free)

Aug. 10 @ 7 p.m.: AIA Northern Virginia’s WIA Book Chat

Aug. 11 @ noon: AIA Richmond’s Passive Considerations in Façade Design
Earn 1.0 AIA LU | HSW (Free)

Aug. 16 @ noon: Embodied Carbon 101: MEP
Earn 1.5 AIA LU | HSW. (Free)

Aug. 23 @ 4 p.m.: AIA Hampton Roads’ Hard Hat Tour: Chesapeake Vehicle Maintenance Facility

Aug. 23 @ noon: Embodied Carbon 101: Interiors
Earn 1.5 AIA LU | HSW. (Free)

Aug. 25 @ 5:30 p.m.: AIA Northern Virginia’s Design Awards Gala

Aug. 30 @ noon: Embodied Carbon 101: Procurement
Earn 1.5 AIA LU | HSW. (Free)

Aug. 31 @ noon: AIA Northern Virginia’s The Uncoupling Principle
Earn 1.0 AIA LU | HSW (Free for members)