2021 Call for Applications to join the AIA Committee on Design Advisory Group
Information and Expectations
The AIA Knowledge Communities are volunteer member-led special interest groups of the AIA national organization. They help members to connect with others who share the same passions and commitment—and develop projects that advance the profession and the collective work of the AIA.
The Committee on Design (COD) was founded to promote design excellence among members of the AIA, the broader design community, and the public at large, both nationally and internationally.
COD consists of eleven members of which four members are on the chair track who advance to the Chair position. Seven additional members serve in various roles.
Specific expectations:
- Participate in twice a month 60-minute conference calls.
- Optional: Attend, if possible, AIA Conference on Architecture each spring.
- Attend either the COD domestic or international conference.
- Attend the annual three-day AIA Knowledge Leadership Assembly, usually in August. Partially reimbursed. May be virtual in 2021.
- What is this? KLA provides an opportunity for knowledge community leaders, the Board Knowledge Committee, and AIA staff to network, share knowledge and best practices, and build coalitions. This is the most critical meeting to attend.
Qualifications statements:
- Letter of Interest including a vision of what would you like to accomplish during your appointment
- Resume with:
- Professional accomplishments including contribution to, and attendance at KC events, subcommittee work, etc.
- Skills include curriculum vitae outlining design experience, awards, publications, speaking events, knowledge sharing; what are the skills that you would bring to the committee that complement the existing leadership.
The American Institute of Architects actively promotes a diverse profession, including race, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, or sexual orientation. COD strives to be an inclusive Knowledge Community representing a diversity of thought, geographic diversity, both traditional and non-traditional practice, and as well as providing opportunities for seasoned professionals, associate members, and young architects.
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Deadline: 5 pm ET on November 8, 2021.
Questions? Contact Susan Parrish at sparrish@aia.org.