Emerging Professional Committee (EPC)
Board Liaison: TBD Staff Liaison: Kathy Wendland Chair: Mohamed Fakhry
Portland Reps: Ana Gonzalez and Evon Calabrese Interim Eugene Rep: John Webster So. Oregon Rep: Joseph Sis
Purpose: Provide resources and networking opportunities specifically catered to emerging professionals. as defined by AIA National. Encourage emerging professionals to become involved in their communities through facilitation of events that are beneficial and meaningful to the newer generation of architects. To provide outreach and support to emerging professionals and provide a conduit for emerging professionals to connect with AIA leadership.
Committee Resources
Oregon License Advisor - Chris Lewis
National Council of Architectural Registration Boards (NCARB): Programs and services to support architects and architectural candidates pursuing licensure.
Architectural Experience Program (AXP): Required by most U.S. licensing boards, AXP guides you through the process of earning and reporting professional experience.
Architect Registration Examination (ARE): Required by all U.S. licensing boards, the exam features six divisions and focuses on health, safety, and welfare in architectural practice.
AIA Oregon General Reference & ARE Prep Libraries: Thanks to generous grants from local architects and the College of Fellows, each AIA Oregon section maintains a Lending Library dedicated to AIA Oregon members. These libraries consist of general reference and ARE study materials. Click the link to find your section’s library, and what materials are available.