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December 8, 2025
2025 AIA PA Architectural Excellence Awards Winners
Congratulations to all of this year’s winners! We are so proud to celebrate the best of PA’s architectural heritage, architects and architectural students, and those who support the profession of architecture. Special Awards 50 Year Timeless Architecture Award: Carnegie Museum of Art – Sarah Mellon Scaife Galleries Architecture Firm of the Year Award: studio d’ARC architects Medal of Distinction: Frank
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Updated Architecture Reciprocity Agreement Signed by Canada and the U.S.
December 3, 2025
12/02/2025 Washington, DC—On November 13, 2025, representatives from the Regulatory Organizations of Architecture in Canada (ROAC) and the National Council of Architectural Registration Boards (NCARB) signed an updated Mutual Recognition Agreement (MRA) that will expand access to opportunities for Canadian and American architects. The refreshed MRA goes into effect on January 15, 2026, and will replace the existing MRA between
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Op-Ed: The Lowengard Building: A Blueprint and Call to Action for Harrisburg
December 2, 2025
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Federal “Professional Degree” Definition Excludes Architecture — Member Briefing
November 24, 2025
The Department of Education is proposing a much narrower definition of “professional degrees” for federal student-loan purposes, and architecture is not included on the proposed professional-degree list. What’s happening: The Department of Education is proposing a much narrower definition of “professional degrees” for federal student-loan purposes, and architecture is not included on the proposed professional-degree list. Why it matters: The federal definition
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IMPORTANT BUILDING CODE UPDATE
October 29, 2025
2021 International Codes will take effect on January 1, 2026 Last week the Pennsylvania Independent Regulatory Review Commission (IRRC) reviewed and approved the rule making updating 34 Pa. Code, Part XIV, Chapters 401 and 403 (Pennsylvania UCC). The effect of this action is the updates to the Uniform Construction Code of Pennsylvania, including the move to the 2021 International Codes
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AIA PA takeaways from Mayor Wanda Williams State of the City Address
October 21, 2025
The Harrisburg Regional Chamber recently hosted Harrisburg Mayor Wanda Williams for her State of the City address. We’re pleased to share key highlights that demonstrate the Capitol City’s commitment to growth, accountability, and community investment. Architects have a vested interest in the conversation surrounding the revitalization of the city, the improvement and development of its community spaces, the reuse of
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Op-Ed: Central PA is building something big, and architects are laying the foundation
October 7, 2025
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WITF The Spark and AIA PA Discuss Harrisburg Revitalization
September 9, 2025
AIA Pennsylvania architects Chris Dawson, AIA and Vern McKissick, AIA, A4LE, LEED AP sat down with Asia Tabb of WITF, Inc.’s The Spark to share an architect’s perspective on the revitalization of Harrisburg. If you miss the live stream, the episode will be available on The Spark podcast after airing.
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Paula Maynes Grant: A Decade of Legacy and Mentorship
July 30, 2025
Ten years ago, what began as an inspired idea to support aspiring architects in Pennsylvania has blossomed into a powerful testament to the enduring impact of mentorship and community. The Paula Maynes Grant celebrates its 10th anniversary this year, marking a decade of fostering architectural talent and carrying forward the legacy of a dedicated leader. A Vision Takes Root The
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