Delegates at the 2021 AIA Annual Meeting voted to approve three resolutions put forth by AIA Pennsylvania, prioritizing investment in underserved communities, emphasizing a pipeline for a more diverse profession, and expanding the influence of the citizen architect running for public office. 2021 AIA Pennsylvania President Jeff Pastva, AIA, led the effort to author the…
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RA & Architecture Firm License Renewals Due June 30
Architect (RA) and Firm Licenses expire June 30, 2021. As of April 30th, the Pennsylvania Licensing System (PALS) is accepting license renewals online. If you have already attempted to renew your license but there is a renewal hold on the record, you will need to address the renewal hold as directed in the emailed discrepancy…
Architects Working in Healthcare Environments May Be Eligible for COVID-19 Vaccine
Secretary of Health Dr. Rachel Levine recently issued guidance on vaccine access for health care personnel falling within Phase 1A of Pennsylvania’s interim vaccination plan. Health care personnel are defined as paid and unpaid persons serving in health care settings who have the potential for direct or indirect exposure to patients or infectious materials. These health care…
AIA Small Firm Exchange (SFx) Update | 2020 3rd Quarter Regional Representative Report
AIA Small Firm Exchange (SFx) Regional Representative Contact Chris Dawson, AIA – AIA PA Regional Representative and SFx Conference Workgroup Chair chris@chrisdawsonarchitect.com or (717) 805-5090 Download the report SFx Mission & Objectives Advancing the mutual interests of architects practicing in small firms. Advocate for small firms within the AIA and in outside organizations and agencies…
Firm News & Insights // September 2020
Lenhardt Rodgers Announces Growing Leadership With steady growth over the course of its 70-year history, Lenhardt Rodgers Architecture + Interiors announces an expanded leadership team with the appointment of three principals. Each new principal brings distinct expertise to the leadership team, positioning the firm for continued growth and expansion into new markets with more comprehensive…
ASAE Honors the Power of Architects
AIA Pennsylvania has been recognized with an American Society of Association Executives (ASAE) “Power of A (association)” Gold Award, the association industry’s highest honor, for community support and engagement. These awards celebrate the outstanding accomplishments of associations who work tirelessly to solve problems and strengthen lives, the workforce, the economy, and the world. ASAE President…
A New Plan for a New Time
download the plan > Dear AIA Pennsylvania Members, AIA Pennsylvania is proud to announce our new 2020-2025 Strategic Plan to lead our profession and our industry forward. Approved by our Board of Directors, this wide-ranging Plan will continue to position us as the voice of our industry looking forward with health, climate change, technology, communications,…
William J. Bates Appointed to the Pennsylvania Architects Licensure Board
Coming off of his whirlwind experiences and dedicated service as 2019 American Insititute of Architects (AIA) National President, William (Bill) J. Bates, FAIA, is stepping into a newly appointed role. The two-time AIA PA President has been named to the State Architects Licensure Board. The licensing body is responsible for regulating the practice of architecture for the…
AIA Pennsylvania Preferred PPE Vendor Open for Business
AIA Pennsylvania has partnered with preferred PPE vendor, Provision, to bring you access to quality PPE at a competitive price. With US-based headquarters in Hatfield, PA, Provision delivers excellence in procurement and supply chain related advisory services through effective collaboration with customers in the healthcare and hospitality industry. Read more about the Provision Promise and…
Actions Speak Louder than Words | Committing to Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion in the Profession
A Call to Action from AIA Pennsylvania Leadership Dear Valued AIA Pennsylvania Member, Just like you, I watched the murder of George Floyd and have replayed that horrific and unjustifiable eight minutes and forty-six seconds in my mind. Over the past week, we have seen universal condemnation not only of Mr. Floyd’s treatment and murder…