BLACK HISTORY MONTH + ARCHITECTURE

By Dr. Architecture | February 3, 2024 |

BLACK HISTORY MONTH + ARCHITECTURE Amazingly, it is already February; more than Valentine’s Day, February is more known as Black History Month.  But why is that important on your path to becoming an architect?  More than anything, today’s essay will share resources on the topic. Black History Month https://www.blackhistorymonth.gov/ To start, we wish to note…

FINDING MY PATH TO JEWELRY DESIGN

By Dr. Architecture | February 1, 2024 |

FINDING MY PATH TO JEWELRY DESIGN Today, we have a guest essay from a colleague (Lori Steenhoek) who began the process of becoming an architect but through her career path design jewelry.  From reading, you will learn that NOT becoming an architect can be just as satisfying or more satisfying than becoming one.  We must…

ARCHITECTURE SUMMER PROGRAMS 2024

By Dr. Architecture | January 27, 2024 |

ARCHITECTURE SUMMER PROGRAMS 2024 Architecture Summer Programs http://www.archcareersguide.com/summer/ As we approach the end of January, it is the time for the release of our annual Architecture Summer Programs listing offered by the many architecture programs and other institution from around the country and throughout the world. If you want some insight on the process of selecting…

MULTIPLE PATHWAYS TO LICENSURE

By Dr. Architecture | January 22, 2024 |

MULTIPLE PATHWAYS TO LICENSURE Recently, we came across the following set of articles in response to a NCARB Op-Ed posted last fall. But, before you read the three responses, you need to read the original NCARB Statement. Below is a link to the Pathways to Practice NCARB Statement as adopted by the NCARB Board of…

ARCHITECTURE CAREER FAIR – 2024

By Dr. Architecture | January 18, 2024 |

ARCHITECTURE CAREER FAIR – 2024 It is that time of year – time for Career Fair. To prove the point, below is a partial list of the architecture programs that are hosting career events in the coming month or so. Of course, some have already been held and are being held as this post is…

SUMMER 2024 PLAN NOW

By Dr. Architecture | January 16, 2024 |

SUMMER 2024 PLAN NOW For this week, the weather is coldest of the year – well below freezing temperatures.  Thus, the last topic of your mind may be the summer.  Yes, it is still a few months away, but now is the time to start planning and implementing.  Truth be told, the planning should have…

ARCHITECTURE SUMMER PROGRAMS 2024

By Dr. Architecture | January 12, 2024 |

ARCHITECTURE SUMMER PROGRAMS 2024 With it now being 2024, perhaps you will NOW begin to think about summer 2024.  We are!  Our Architecture Summer Programs 2024 listing is now live with over 100 programs. Now in its 16th year, the Architecture Summer Program – 2024 will eventually provide you access to over 200 programs offered…

NAAB CANDIDATE PROGRAMS

By Dr. Architecture | January 8, 2024 |

NAAB CANDIDATE PROGRAMS As you consider the pursuit of becoming an architect, you may already know about NAAB (National Architectural Accrediting Board).  If you are NOT aware, read from their website — NAAB is the only agency recognized by registration boards in U. S. jurisdictions to accredit professional degree programs in architecture. To receive NAAB…

KIMBERLY DOWDELL, AIA, NOMAC, NCARB, LEED AP BD+C TO SERVE AS AIA’S FIRST BLACK WOMAN

By Dr. Architecture | December 16, 2023 |

KIMBERLY DOWDELL, AIA, NOMAC, NCARB, LEED AP BD+C TO SERVE AS AIA’S FIRST BLACK WOMAN Yesterday, history was made!  Yes, Kimberly Dowdell, AIA, NOMAC, NCARB, LEED AP BD+C was inducted as the AIA’s (American Institute of Architects) first Black Woman Millennial President. Kimberly Dowdell Set to Make History as the AIA’s First Black Woman and…

WHAT TO DO OVER BREAK

By Dr. Architecture | December 11, 2023 |

WHAT TO DO OVER BREAK As the fall semester draws to a close, sleep is on the horizon.  Yes, all architecture students are counting the days until the last review and exam ends and holiday break begins.  But the question is – What to Do Over the Break? First and foremost, relax and enjoy time…