Emily Grandstaff-Rice, FAIA Inaugurated

The American Institute of Architects (AIA) inaugurated Emily Grandstaff-Rice, FAIA, as its 99th president.

“The AIA is a window that looks towards a brighter, more sustainable, and equitable future for the profession,” said AIA 2023 President Emily Grandstaff-Rice, FAIA. “As AIA President, I will strive to ensure that AIA embraces diversity, responsiveness, and is a better reflection of the society we serve and what is best about being an architect.” Read More>>

Hart, Pugh Complete HBCU Visits

In 2022, former AIA President Dan Hart, FAIA and NOMA President Jason Pugh, AIA visited the seven NAAB-Accredited Architecture programs at U.S historically black college and universities (HBCUs).

“We knew visiting the HBCU’s together would benefit each of our associations in terms of awareness, and might be helpful to the schools, but I was not prepared for the energy and optimism I felt on each campus,” said Dan Hart. Read More>>