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Let’s take the next step in your architecture journey.

Ready to Apply?

Take the next step in your professional journey and apply to be a part of PAA. Awardees get exclusive networking events, professional development programs, and a supportive community dedicated to helping you thrive.

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What do I get if I get accepted?

Get Connected with Your Resources

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1 mentor

Because we know you don’t always have time to join in person or virtually to get your required CE credits

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12 months

of Black Spectacles. So you only have to focusing on studying not the cost of your software.

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A cohort

To study with, to celbrate with, to fail gracefully with to become architects with.

❊ What’s required of you?

  • You need to be a member of AIA Oregon.

  • To stay eligible for your PAA award, you must take an ARE test once every quarter.

  • It's that simple. From there, our team will carefully review your application and evaluate it based on its quality relative to your fellow applicants.

Important Dates

Get that Google Calendar ready

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