Iowa State University: College of Design Alumni Reunion

The Iowa State University College of Design Alumni Reunion will be an opportunity for alumni in the Boston area to reconnect with other alumni, department chairs, and college deans. 

A survey to RSVP will be available soon. Please contact alumni relations and events coordinator Karlyn Rainey (krainey@iastate.edu) for details or questions about this event.
 

    New York Tech Alumni & Friends Reception

    Join dean Maria R. Perbellini, M.Arch., Assoc. AIA, and the Office of Alumni Relations for the annual New York Tech Alumni and Friends Reception. This event will be a great opportunity to connect with fellow New York Tech architecture, construction, and design alumni and catch up on all things tech. Guests will be welcome. 

    Please RSVP by June 3 at alumni.nyit.edu/events/2425/aia2025. 
     

      Texas Tech University Huckabee College of Architecture Alumni Reception

      Join fellow Texas Tech alumni for a come-and-go reception with heavy hors d'oeuvres and a bar. The event will also feature a short program with a presentation.

        Lawrence Technological University Architecture Alumni Reception

        Join us for this year's Lawrence Technological University (LTU) College of Architecture and Design (CoAD) Alumni Reception at AIA25. Enjoy a networking reception at Annum Architects in Boston with LTU alumni and faculty as well as the CoAD Alumni MA Network. Reconnect with classmates, make new connections, and meet with CoAD leadership over appetizers and refreshments.

        Seating is limited and registration is required. Sign up at forms.gle/48U1JAVf2pSyXsRm7

        Questions? Email the CoAD office at coad@ltu.edu
         

          AIA Minnesota, University of Minnesota & Dunwoody Alumni Reception

          Join us in celebrating the national accomplishments of our Minnesota colleagues.

            Clemson University School of Architecture Alumni, Clemson Architectural Foundation & AIA South Carolina

            Join the Clemson University School of Architecture, the Clemson Architectural Foundation, and AIA South Carolina at a joint reception for alumni and friends. 

              Syracuse University School of Architecture Alumni Reception

              Join us for an opportunity to catch up with classmates, colleagues, and staff representatives from Syracuse University School of Architecture. Light hors d'oeuvres and beverages will be served. 

              Questions? Contact Sherry Hayes at Syracuse Architecture at slhayes@syr.edu.
               

                Pratt Institute School of Architecture Alumni Reception

                Enjoy a networking reception with Pratt Architecture alumni and faculty. Reconnect with old classmates, establish new connections, and meet Quilian Riano, dean of Pratt Institute's School of Architecture. 

                Please RSVP at giving.pratt.edu/AIA2025 and email alumni@pratt.edu with any questions.
                 

                  Auburn University Alumni & Friends Reception

                  RSVP to shelly@auburn.edu

                    Virginia Tech Alumni & Friends Reception

                    Join Virginia Tech alumni and friends for drinks, hors d'oeuvres, and networking hosted by Jim Bassett, Director of the School of Architecture. The fee to attend is $20, of which $5 will be a gift to the School of Architecture Annual Fund.

                    Register at https://aimsbbis.vt.edu/AIA25Boston.
                     

                      Small Firm Meetup

                      Additional fee, registration required.

                      Don't miss this chance to mix and mingle at the AIA booth with Small Firm Exchange leadership and fellow AIA members from small firms. You'll make new connections as you learn about the small firm practice resources available through the AIA.

                        LGBTQIA+ Happy Hour

                        Registration required.

                        Join fellow LGBTQIA+ conference attendees and local LGBTQIA+ architects, designers, & builders for an evening of networking and community. Enjoy drinks and snacks at Pink Taco in the Seaport District. This event is proudly co-hosted by the BSA and AIA. All are welcome!

                          Candidate Caucus (AIA International, AL, AZ, AR, CO, CT, IL, LA, ME, MA, MS, NV, NH, NM, PA, RI, TN, TX, UT, VT, WY)

                          How well do you know the candidates running for elected AIA board positions? Join peers and colleagues to assess AIA's future leadership as candidates present their platforms and goals for service.

                            Candidate Caucus (AK, FL, HI, ID, IA, KS, Marianas, MI, MO, MT, NE, NY, OK, OR, PR, USVI, VA, WA, WV)

                            How well do you know the candidates running for elected AIA board positions? Join peers and colleagues to assess AIA's future leadership as candidates present their platforms and goals for service.

                              Candidate Caucus (CA, DE, DC, GA, IN, KY, MD, MN, NJ, NC, ND, OH, SC, SD, WI)

                              How well do you know the candidates running for elected AIA board positions? Join peers and colleagues to assess AIA's future leadership as candidates present their platforms and goals for service.

                                Tulane School of Architecture and Built Environment AIA National Convention Alumni Reception

                                Tulane alums-- join us for our Annual Alumni Reception during the AIA National Convention! Connect with Dean Iñaki Alday and fellow alumni from the School of Architecture and Built Environment for an evening of drinks, hors d'oeuvres, and celebration. Let’s toast to an incredible year and a bold new chapter for the School! We will also celebrate Tulane School of Architecture and Built Environment alumni who were elevated to the College of Fellows this year: Jose Luis Alvarez, FAIA ('97) and Adrianne Steichen, FAIA ('01).

                                Please register at https://tulane.co1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_1CjQg2LZjhxifLU



                                  NOMA Reception

                                  This event will feature a cocktail reception with hors d'oeuvres and a cash bar. You'll have the opportunity to socialize and network with other professionals attending the conference.

                                    Montana State University Alumni Social



                                      Project Delivery Open Forum

                                      Within the ever-evolving design and construction industry, the owner, architect, and builder find that traditional roles and relationships are transforming rapidly. What does this mean for project delivery systems, which are at the nexus of these transformational forces? In this critically important and timely forum, Project Delivery Knowledge Community leaders will guide you in an open discussion to share input and ideas for future programs and initiatives.

                                        Kent State University Alumni and Friends Reception

                                        Hear about our strategic initiatives to expand the experience, reach and reputation of the College of Architecture and Environmental Design. Spend the evening connecting with fellow alumni and the CAED community. Hors d'oeuvres and drinks will be provided.


                                          AIA Florida Reception

                                          Members of AIA Florida, AIA Puerto Rico and AIA Virgin Islands are invited to honor the newest members elevated to the College of Fellows.

                                            UNC Charlotte and AIA Charlotte Alumni Reception

                                            Join UNC Charlotte School of Architecture and AIA Charlotte for a reception as we celebrate another year of fellowship and achievements. Members, faculty, alumni, and friends are invited.

                                            https://www.aiacharlotte.org/events.register/event/5e3187d4-207c-4490-b883-fe1f7fbda8c5

                                            POC - Kate Shelton kate.shelton@aiacharlotte.org

                                              University at Buffalo School of Architecture and Planning Reception


                                              The Office of Alumni Engagement and The School of Architecture and Planning is excited to announce we are coming back to The American Institute of Architects annual conference in Boston!

                                              Come say hello, see old classmates and connect with faculty past and present. We will have light appetizers, drinks, followed by a few exciting updates from the school.
                                              For any questions reach out to Lauren Turner at lturner@buffalo.edu

                                              Alumni can register here at www.ub-connect.com/AIAHappyHour2025

                                                AIA Minnesota, U of MN, and Dunwoody Alumni Reception

                                                Join us in celebrating the national accomplishments of our Minnesota colleagues!



                                                  South Atlantic Fellows and Awards Reception

                                                  Join AIA North Carolina, South Carolina, and Georgia to celebrate our award winners and newly inducted Fellows with your local state members. This event is an excellent opportunity to connect and come together to raise a glass for the excellence in our region!

                                                  Please RSVP here: (https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeEGFx9LAMjasZ2IBCBC7sriNVi0CABQb893D38jXxTtLNzew/viewform?usp=sharing) or contact Amy Somogy at asomogy@aianc.org with any questions!

                                                    Cal Poly College of Architecture and Environmental Design Alumni Reception

                                                    Cal Poly College of architecture and environmental design interim dean Kevin Dong and Architecture Department head Mark Cabrinha cordially invite you to a hosted reception.

                                                    This event will provide a great opportunity to network and learn about what is happening at Cal Poly.
                                                     

                                                      Cornell AAP Alumni Reception

                                                      Join other Cornell AAP alumni at the AIA Conference in Boston for a reception and an update on the college from J. Meejin Yoon, Gale and Ira Drukier Dean of the College of Architecture, Art, and Planning.

                                                      For more information, please contact Kelly Rolon, kar76@cornell.edu.

                                                        University of Arkansas / Fay Jones School of Architecture + Design Alumni and Friends Reception

                                                        Welcoming reception for alumni and friends of the Fay Jones School of Architecture + Design.   Beverages and hors d'oeuvres provided along with an update on the Fay Jones School by Dean Peter MacKeith, Dr. Ethel Goodstein-Murphree, and Professor / Department Head John Folan. 

                                                          Rensselaer School of Architecture Alumni Gathering



                                                            Northeastern University Alumni & Friends Reception 

                                                            Following day 1 of AIA25 in Boston, join Northeastern alumni and friends for drinks, hors d'oeuvres, and networking hosted by the School of Architecture. Questions? Contact Lynn Burke at l.burke@northeastern.edu.

                                                              Club of Boston & RISD Architects Alumni Reception

                                                              The Club of Boston and the RISD Architects invite RISD alumni and guests attending AIA25 to a special reception at Empire, located in the Boston Seaport District and within walking distance of the Boston Convention and Exhibition Center.

                                                              A private room has been reserved for the evening, featuring heavy appetizers from Empire’s Asian fusion menu. The first drink is included with registration.

                                                              Registration is $10 for alumni and guests, and $8 for recent alumni. Advance registration by May 29 is requested to ensure an accurate food count.

                                                              This event is 21+.

                                                              Registration fees help support alumni programming in the Boston area. Register here.



                                                                Wentworth Institute of Technology School of Architecture and Design Alumni Reception

                                                                Reconnect with fellow alumni, faculty, and students at this special gathering hosted on the Wentworth campus. Tours of the architecture studio will be available, along with interactive activities in Accelerate, Wentworth’s innovation and entrepreneurship center.

                                                                Register here.

                                                                  AIA25 Expo Happy Hour

                                                                  Catch up with colleagues and friends, mingle with peers, and meet new people while enjoying a selection of Boston-themed food and drinks.  

                                                                   



                                                                    AIA25 Expo Happy Hour

                                                                    Don’t miss your final opportunity to explore the Expo and connect with exhibitors. Join us for food and drinks while wrapping up conversations, discovering last-minute solutions, and exchanging contacts. It’s the perfect way to cap off your time at the AIA25 Expo.

                                                                      Society of Indo-American Architects & Designers Happy Hour

                                                                      The Society of Indo-American Architects and Designers (SIAD) invites you to a happy hour to celebrate the community's collective contribution to the profession as well as build new relationships in the AEC field.

                                                                      SIAD works to support student and professional immigrants who are navigating their entry into both the country and the profession. We engage students, design professionals, and leaders in the AEC community through education, mentoring, and cultural celebration.

                                                                      Please RSVP to Sravya Sirigiri, co-chair of SIAD, at ssirigiri@rawnarch.com.
                                                                      $25 at the door.



                                                                        Resilience & Resistance: Boston’s Community-Driven Futures

                                                                        Additional fee, registration required.

                                                                        This tour will invite participants to engage with Boston's diverse communities and their ongoing efforts toward equitable urban development. By visiting Chinatown, Roxbury, and East Boston, you'll learn about the historical context of urban planning decisions and their impacts on these neighborhoods. 

                                                                        Join us to hear directly from long-standing community leaders about their visions for their neighborhoods, ongoing initiatives, and strategies for resisting displacement, preserving histories and narratives, and advancing just climate transitions. As you'll see, the tour will challenge prevailing urban development paradigms that often prioritize top-down planning and economic growth over community well-being.
                                                                         

                                                                        Learning Objectives

                                                                        1. Analyze the historical and ongoing impacts of urban planning decisions on Boston's diverse communities, moving beyond simplistic narratives to understand nuanced perspectives.
                                                                        2. Examine community-led strategies for equitable development, climate adaptation, and resistance to displacement.
                                                                        3. Critically examine the role of architects and planners in perpetuating or challenging systemic inequities in urban development, particularly in areas experiencing rapid change.
                                                                        4. Explore frameworks for incorporating community leadership and equitable practices into architectural work, recognizing communities as sources of expertise in creating just, resilient cities.


                                                                        AIA 2030 Commitment & Materials Pledge Open Forum

                                                                        What does the AIA 2030 Commitment and Materials Pledge mean for your firm practice? 

                                                                        At our first-ever joint AIA Climate Action Signatory Open Forum, you'll connect with fellow signatories and other peers, hear from member-leaders, learn about the high-level RY24 data trends, and attend roundtable discussions on embodied carbon, reporting strategies, firm culture, software tools, and other topics. 

                                                                        Whether you're a 10-year signatory or just starting out, you'll have the chance to leverage the AIA 2030 Commitment networks and connect with like-minded professionals who are dedicated to achieving a carbon neutral and healthy materials-built environment.
                                                                         

                                                                        Senior Focus: Design for Aging Knowledge Community Open Forum

                                                                        In this forum, Design for Aging leaders will provide an overview of the knowledge community as well as discuss programming plans and goals for 2025 and beyond. From this foundation, you'll engage in robust discussion around opportunities, challenges, and best practices related to senior-focused environments.

                                                                          Carnegie Mellon Architecture Alumni Gathering

                                                                          Please join CM-Architecture Head, Omar Khan and fellow alumni at Bergmeyer for updates on the school and the future of architecture.

                                                                            Test Tour Session


                                                                            Retail and Entertainment Open Forum

                                                                            The world of retail and entertainment is rapidly changing. Find out how the AIA Retail and Entertainment Knowledge Community (REKC) can help your practice evolve in step with the industry. Your insights at this annual forum will also help guide the REKC in developing its programs and knowledge agenda.

                                                                              Rice School of Architecture Alumni & Friends Reception

                                                                              Join dean Igor Marjanovic and director of external programs John J. Casbarian, BA '69, B.Arch '72, for our annual Alumni and Friends Reception.

                                                                               

                                                                              To RSVP or ask questions, email RSA director of development Amanda Sullivan at amanda.m.sullivan@rice.edu.



                                                                                ChatGPT Basics for Teams

                                                                                This dynamic session will demonstrate how AI tools like ChatGPT can transform the way AEC professionals work. Join us to learn practical strategies for using ChatGPT to automate routine tasks, streamline communication, and enhance project management. You'll explore real-world applications tailored to the industry, such as generating custom proposals, summarizing reports, and reviewing documentation. Plus, engage in hands-on activities to build your own AI-powered custom GPT. You'll leave with the skills and confidence to integrate AI into your team''s workflow, freeing up more time for creative work and resulting in better outcomes for your clients.

                                                                                Learning Objectives

                                                                                1. Learn how to identify key opportunities to apply ChatGPT within your firm to automate repetitive tasks, streamline project workflows, and enhance client communication.
                                                                                2. Analyze real-world use cases of ChatGPT in the AEC industry, and apply those insights to improve efficiency and productivity in your workflows.
                                                                                3. Discover how to design a simple ChatGPT-based solution to address a common challenge in your firm, such as automating status reports or responding to client inquiries.
                                                                                4. Explore how to create a plan for integrating ChatGPT into your daily operations, aligning AI capabilities with project management, communication, and design processes.


                                                                                Harnessing the Power of AI Across the Built Community

                                                                                How are structural engineers using cutting-edge AI to deliver better, more efficient outcomes on their projects? Find out in this session. You'll learn from examples demonstrating how AI can be used to accelerate and expand conceptual structural design, advance decision-making, enhance design customization, and incorporate sustainability considerations into the design process. In addition, you'll examine the potential of AI in structural health monitoring and predictive maintenance on built structures. Lastly, you'll discover how AI can enhance communication and collaboration across design disciplines and throughout projects.

                                                                                Learning Objectives

                                                                                1. Find out how structural engineers use AI tools to advance decision-making, design customization, structural health monitoring, existing structures evaluation, construction administration, and more.
                                                                                2. Learn how to define ethical and responsible AI practices in the profession.
                                                                                3. Examine basic concepts behind generative AI and how these concepts apply to engineering problems and solutions.
                                                                                4. Discover and discuss various strategies around implementing AI into practice.


                                                                                Transforming Practice Through Collaborative, In-House Fabrication Processes

                                                                                Peek inside Seattle firm LMN's innovative fabrication space, The Shop, where architecture and fabrication merge to create new possibilities in design and construction. Through detailed case studies from built projects, this session will reveal how embedding fabrication capabilities within an architecture practice transforms traditional workflows and enables uniquely collaborative solutions. You'll learn practical strategies drawn from actual project experience for integrating digital fabrication into your firm's design process, from early prototyping through final delivery. Plus, see how The Shop's hands-on approach has solved complex design challenges while fostering stronger partnerships between architects, fabricators, and contractors.

                                                                                Learning Objectives

                                                                                1. Learn how to identify strategic opportunities to integrate fabrication processes into different phases of architectural projects, from early design through construction administration.
                                                                                2. Discover how to structure effective collaborative workflows between design and fabrication teams.
                                                                                3. Explore prototyping and testing methods that reduce project risk while maintaining design control through integrated fabrication processes.
                                                                                4. Find out how to develop approaches for leveraging in-house fabrication capabilities to enhance project outcomes and create new value for architectural practice.


                                                                                Emerging Professionals Meetup

                                                                                Registration required.

                                                                                Don't miss this chance to mix and mingle with National Associates Committee leadership and fellow emerging professionals at the NextGen Lounge. You'll make new connections as you learn about how to advance in your career and improve the profession for your peers.

                                                                                  Laying the Foundations: National Latinx Architects Coalition

                                                                                  This interactive working session will bring together representatives from leading Latinx organizations to share strategies for advancing national collaboration, programming, and outreach. Panelists and workshop leaders will provide actionable insights into mentorship, education, leadership development, and cultural advocacy while showcasing the impactful work of the National Latinx Architects Coalition and its member organizations.

                                                                                  Through a panel discussion and breakout workshops, attendees will engage in conversations on leadership, fundraising, visibility, and licensure.

                                                                                  The session will culminate in a collaborative review of a proposed 2025-2026 calendar, fostering connections and setting a strategic roadmap for a unified Latinx presence in the architectural profession.
                                                                                   

                                                                                    Architecture Student Meetup

                                                                                    Whether you're in AIAS, NOMAS, WIA, or none of the above, you're invited to come by the NextGen Lounge to network, strategize, share, and compare your experiences with fellow students. Special guests, resources, and plenty of fun will be on hand.

                                                                                      Building Beyond Today: Preparing Construction Leaders for Tomorrow’s Economy

                                                                                      The construction economy landscape has substantially transformed in just the last few years. Recent shifts in America''s trade stance will create new opportunities and risks that construction leaders must tactfully manage. Plus, changes in financial market conditions will continue to impact the ability to move projects beyond pre-construction. Join Michael Guckes, chief economist at ConstructConnect, for a look at how industry leaders can successfully navigate their companies through today's complex construction sector.

                                                                                      Learning Objectives

                                                                                      1. Discover which market categories have the greatest and least forecasted opportunities for the construction industry.
                                                                                      2. Find out which geographic markets have the greatest and least forecasted opportunities for the construction industry.
                                                                                      3. Explore how financial markets are influencing the growth potential of the construction industry.
                                                                                      4. Learn how commercial real estate trends could upset new construction activity in the future.


                                                                                      Mass Timber Builder’s Risk Insurance: Strategies for Success

                                                                                      This course explores the landscape of mass timber builder’s risk insurance, with insights from a general contractor, insurance broker, and insurance carrier on how they collaborate to navigate insurance challenges
                                                                                      and manage cost considerations to support project success. Attendees will gain a well-rounded understanding of how to procure builder’s risk insurance, how insurance considerations impact design choices, and proactive engagement with insurers that can streamline the process, promote safer building practices, and improve project outcomes.
                                                                                       

                                                                                      Learning Objectives

                                                                                      1. Understand the roles and perspectives of the general contractor, insurance broker, and insurance carrier in the builder’s risk insurance process to facilitate better project coordination and risk management.
                                                                                      2. Identify key risks associated with mass timber construction and understand how insurers evaluate builder’s risk policies.
                                                                                      3. Learn what information is required to submit a builder’s risk insurance application, including project details, construction specifications, fire protection measures, and risk mitigation strategies.
                                                                                      4. Explore strategies to streamline the insurance process, promote safer building practices, and integrate insurance considerations into early-stage design decisions to improve project feasibility and success.