The honors program recognizes the best efforts of Virginians who, by profession or avocation, have made creating, preserving, and enhancing Virginia’s communities an important life commitment.
The call for nominations opens April 15, 2026. The submission deadline is June 12, 2026.
President Hopkins appointed the following members to the Honors Committee for a two-year term expiring Dec. 2027:
Lauren Shirley, AIA
April Drake, AIA
Mark Humbertson, AIA
Harry Falconer, FAIA
Mitch Rowland, AIA
They join those currently serving with terms expiring Dec 2026:
Bruce Wardell, FAIA (appointed as CHAIR)
Mel Price, FAIA
Andrew McKinley, AIA
Rebecca Brady, AIA
Katie Honbarrier, AIA
David Prevette, AIA
Susan Pryor, AIA
Jessie Gemmer, AIA
Paul R Battaglia, AIA serves as liaison
Members of the Honors Committee may not be used as a reference or advisor on any award or be solicited by the candidate or the candidate’s advisor.