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AIA Nebraska Mentorship Program

AIA Nebraska is kicking off a fun and unique mentorship program that offers a new way to gain wisdom and make connections!

We all want a wide range of experience and to be well-rounded professionals, but that's not always possible to get exclusively from our workplace. So what is AIA Nebraska doing about it? We are challenging members to spare one hour a month for a three-month period to meet in a small group of architects ranging from EPs to CEOs. We envision groups of 4-6 people, varying in age and expertise, getting together during a happy hour at different offices/homes/etc. to exchange insight, ideas and passion! AIA Nebraska will provide topics to focus on each month to help get the ball rolling, but the beauty of these groups is conversation can be organic and catered to the specific needs of the group's individuals.

We are asking for willing participants to begin the program September 1st. Don't miss your opportunity to grow both professionally and personally by meeting others outside your office. Please respond with your place of employment and address as well as any topics you would like to see covered.

For questions or to participate please contact either:

Brenda Nelson, Assoc., AIA
Alley Poyner Macchietto Architecture
bnelson@alleypoyner.com
402.341.2762


Zach Klebba, Assoc., AIA
Leo A Daly
ZJKlebba@leoadaly.com
402.391.8111

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Isom joins Nebraska Board of Engineers and Architects

Governor Pete Ricketts appointed Lenora Isom, AIA, to a five-year term as an architect member of the Nebraska Board of Engineers and Architects. Isom is the Building Official, Zoning and Floodplain Administrator, and Economic Development Official for the City of Ashland. "As a Building Official for a smaller community, I felt I could bring a unique perspective to the Board regarding code enforcement, the plan review and approval process, and collaboration with regulatory angencies," Isom said.

Isom specializes in education and government projects and launched her own architectural practice in 2012. "I am grateful to have this opportunity to give back to my profession, my peers, and the State of Nebraska," Isom said. She became a URS Certified Project Manager in 2011 and has been a LEED Accredited Professional for the US Green Building Council since 2006.

Isom hopes to play an active role in monitoring regulatory and legislative changes to help keep Nebraska citizens protected. "The industry is changing so rapidly. As BIM technologies evolve and become more accessible, the traditional roles and relationships between architect, engineer, and contractor are also shifting. Our responsibility to protect the health, safety, and welfare of the public must be upheld," Isom said.

A native of Blair, Isom holds a Master of Architecture from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln. She brings over 17 years of architectural experience to the Board, holds licenses in Nebraska and Maryland, and currently serves on the Omaha Public Library Board of Trustees.

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I Look Up Film Challenge....

AIA presents its film challenge, seeking 2-3 minute videos exploring the power of architecture to create solutions and uplift communities.

First, register, click HERE. Then, you and your team will submit a video (with sound) in digital format by August 15, 2016. Prize in the Film competition is $2,500; Prize in the Public Choice category is $2,500.

To learn more about the rules and regulations, click HERE.

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Jason Pettigrew Memorial ARE Scholarship

The Jason Pettigrew Memorial ARE Scholarship recognizes the significant contributions of emerging professionals at early stages in their careers and helps defray the costs associated with the Architect Registration Examination (ARE). Developed by AIA's National Associates Committee, the scholarship honors the memory of our late friend and colleague, Jason Pettigrew.

Scholarship recipients will receive funds to cover the cost of seven sections of the ARE and study materials provided by Brightwood College. Deadline for application is July 11, 2016.

Eligibility Associates AIA members with an NCARB record are eligible to apply.*

To learn more, click HERE.

*Please note, National Associates Committee members (advisory committee or regional associate directors) are not eligible to apply for the scholarship.

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Annual J. Timothy Anderson Awards

The Annual J. Timothy Anderson Awards for Excellence in Historic Rehabilitation are the only awards to honor and call attention to the preservation and restoration of America's historic properties and to celebrate innovative redesign and usage of great buildings from our past. NH&RA is now accepting applications for this unique awards competition. Entries in each of the nine categories are judged on the basis of overall design and quality, interpretation and respect of historic elements, and market success. Application deadline is Friday, July 29, 2016. For more information and to register visit the NH&RA's website.

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ART X ARCHITECTS SUBMISSIONS

Art x Architects is an opportunity for architects & associates to showcase their creative artistic talents, whether it was developed for a client or purely for pleasure. Deadline for submissions is Friday, September 9, 2016.

Visit the Art X Architects page for more information or register your artwork HERE.

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2016 AIA Nebraska Conference Sponsorships

September 29 - 30, 2016
The Lincoln Marriott Cornhusker Hotel
333 S 13th Street
Lincoln, Nebraska 68508

With the Annual AIA Nebraska Conference a little over two months away, conference sponsorships are filling up. As the largest organization for Nebraska architectural professionals, our conference is a hub for hundreds of participants to browse through the latest innovations in the state-and we want your business to be part of it!

Conference sponsorships start at $100, and will get you face-to-face with our attendees to showcase your business and how you are helping Nebraska move forward.

Click HERE for more information for how you can become part of the Annual AIA Nebraska Conference. Or contact Nathan Ehmke at nathan@aiane.org or 402.858.1929.

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Update: AIA Nebraska Accreditation | Repositioning

Accreditation: We are pleased to report AIA Nebraska has been awarded a three-year accreditation and local chapters a one-year accreditation in recognition of our commitment to excellence in providing service to members. The accreditation signifies that AIA Nebraska and AIA Omaha, AIA Lincoln and AIA Western NE provide quality service to members and meets or exceeds all core standards for components as set by AIA.

In conjunction with AIA National repositioning efforts, effective in 2016 AIA state and local chapters are required to meet certain core member services and become accredited for a three-year period. Core member services required for accreditation include: member communications, quality education and access to education, advocacy, elevation of public awareness, compliance with governance policies, engaging and recruiting members, and conducting finances and operations with transparency.

Repositioning: After a year of study and exploration by the AIA Nebraska Board of Directors, and leadership of AIA Omaha, AIA Lincoln and AIA Western Nebraska, a proposed new structure will be unveiled in accordance with AIA National repositioning. This reorganization helps us streamline, so that we may offer more services and benefits to our members while facilitating additional collaboration between our statewide network of AIA members.

This matter has been discussed and voted in support by each chapter's (Omaha, Lincoln and Western Nebraska) board of directors. The simplified structure is a decision that was made after input from leaders of Nebraska's local chapters, research from around the country on how other chapters are reorganizing and advice from our legal expert. The result of diverse ideas and challenging questions is a proposed organization that will be stronger at both the State and Local levels, providing a platform for growth that will allow us to lead the nation in providing new and exciting ways to serve our members and represent our profession.

Stay tuned for additional information to be made available in July. The next steps will include:

  • Q&A: Information through a variety of mediums will be made available over the next 3 months to inform you of the proposed reorganization changes.
  • Discussion and voting by the membership of the revised bylaws allowing the reorganization. To be held at the AIA Nebraska membership meeting in conjunction with the Annual Conference on Friday, September 30, 2016.
  • Discussion and voting of the reorganization by membership at each local chapter's respective annual meeting (November + December).
  • Filing of revised documentation to the Nebraska Secretary of State and the Internal Revenue Service.
  • Pending Approval: New structure effective January 1, 2017.
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    2016 AIA Nebraska Annual Conference: Exhibit Registration

    September 29 - 30, 2016
    The Lincoln Marriott Cornhusker Hotel
    333 S 13th Street
    Lincoln, Nebraska 68508

    Registration for Exhibitors is now open on the 2016 AIA NE Annual Conference Page.

    Planning on registering for a booth? Want some additional perks to go along with your registration? Consider being a sponsor for the conference. Click here for sponsorship opportunities.

    Registration deadline is September 9, 2016.

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    AIA NE Summer Updates

    During the summer months the AIA NE Update will be published every other week.

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    UNL College of Architecture College Student Job Board

    UNL College of Architecture has created a job board for students. The purpose of this is to share summer internship opportunities and entry-level jobs with current students and very recent graduates. Click here if you would like to post a position.

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    AIA Nebraska Job Board

    Visit our online job board and resume bank.

    Cannon Moss Brygger Architects
    Revit/CAD Technician
    Years of Experience: 0-3

    Cannon Moss Brygger Architects
    Intern Architect
    Years of Experience: 0-3

    Davis Design, Inc.
    Interior Designer
    Years of Experience: 3-5

    Nebraska Department of Administrative Services
    Architect - 309 Task Force

    SmithGroupJJR
    Design Principal
    Years of Experience: 10+

    SmithGroupJJR
    Science + Technology Studio Leader
    Years of Experience: 10+

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    Members in the News | Awards | Recognition

    Been in the news recently? Receive an award or special recognition? We'd love to hear about it! Please email your updates to Nathan Ehmke, nathan@aiane.org.

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    Make sure to join AIA Nebraska's Facebook Group and start following us on Twitter!

    AIA Nebraska is offering new ways to communicate with our members! By following us on Twitter or joining us on Facebook, you will be receiving the most up to date AIA Nebraska news first!

     

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