• We ENGAGE by becoming agents of change.

  • We INNNOVATE by challenging the status quo.

  • We CONNECT by representing our diverse membership.

  • We LEAD by example, promoting mentorship, fellowship, licensure, advocacy, service and design excellence.

State/Territory Associate Representatives (STARs)

STARs are the primary connection between AIA chapters and the NAC.

2024-26 Delaware STAR
Christine Olshan, Associate AIA

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STAR Position Description

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NAC News Bites
Tri-State Fusion Conference
Key Take Aways
By Christine Olshan, Associate AIA
Recently, I had the privilege of attending a transformative workshop led by Morgan Chawaga, AIA President, better known as The Healthy Architect Tri-State Fusion Conference in Hershey, PA. Morgan’s innovative approach to combating stress, preventing burnout, and setting boundaries in the architecture industry left a lasting impression on me - and I believe it could for you too.  The session was more than just a conversation; it was a call to action. Morgan shared empowering strategies to cultivate a mindful mindset, and her insights were nothing short of eye-opening. The data she presented about stress and burnout wasn’t just surprising - it was a wake-up call.  Continue reading >​

10 Study Tips & Tricks

A Guide for Emerging Professionals
By Christine Olshan, Associate AIA
If you are just starting your journey on the road to licensure, then you already know that it can seem stressful, discouraging, and possibly intimidating to take the leap of not knowing what will be the outcome. You are not alone. Many just like you are either going through the ebb and flows of getting those AXP hours completed or not knowing where to begin with the amount of resources you have to consider through NCARB. Continue reading >

Support from AIA

Obtaining your license is a big step in your career. The process is demanding but the payoff gives you a competitive edge and the power to create your own future.  We’re here to support you every step of the way.

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Help with Exams & Experience

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Study Material Lending Library

Our ARE Study Materials are a resource for Associate AIA members of AIA Delaware.  Borrow the Brightwood 5.0 ARE Study Guide ne practice area at a time.

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  1. ___ Practice Management
  2. ___ Project Management
  3.        Programming & Analysis - lost
  4. ___ Project Planning & Design
  5. ___ Project Dev. & Doc.
  6. ___ Construction & Evaluation

More Resources

  • AIA California (CA):  Offers virtual ARE study groups, called the Study Hub.
  • AIA East Bay (CA):  Offers free Practice Exams and Office Hours.
  • AIA Cincinnati (OH):  Watch ARE Study Session recordings on their YouTube channel ARE Playlist.
  • AIA Columbus (OH):  Virtual ARE Study Group that meets the 3rd Sunday of the month. Contact Gabby for information.
  • AIA Philadelphia (PA):  Offers free virtual ARE Study Groups.

Supporting the Next Generation

Architects Foundation

We believe in using the power of design to solve problems, transform lives, and create a better world.
As the philanthropic partner of AIA, the Architects Foundation  inspires and invests in the next generation of designers and the diverse communities they serve.  Learn more >.

  • ​Jason Pettigrew Memorial ARE Scholarship (applications open in May) 
    This scholarship covers the full cost of the Architect Registration Exam and provides study materials for emerging professionals working toward their architecture license.

  • Student Loan Relief Grant (applications open annual in May)
    This grant covers loan payments for emerging architects with student debt.​​

Grants

Emerging Professional Grant to AIA Annual Conference

Make a lasting impact on your career with the Emerging Professionals Grant! It's your opportunity to become an official conference ambassador for emerging professionals and add to you resume in a meaningful way - while taking advantage of everything this conference offers for early career professionals.

AIA and the Architects Foundation founded the Emerging Professionals Grant to provide more opportunities to emerging and early career professionals who are passionate about change in the architecture profession and bring new perspectives to business, workplace health, technology, and climate action.

Grant winners receive: (a) one complimentary Full Pass to the Conference, plus other benefits.  Learn more >​

Sho-Ping Chin Women’s Leadership Summit Grant

In honor of Sho-Ping Chin, FAIA, the Architects Foundation offers a grant opportunity for recipients to attend the AIA Women’s Leadership Summit. Sho-Ping was a principal at Payette and in 2009 became the founding leader of the inaugural AIA Women’s Leadership Summit.  Tragically Sho-Ping succumbed to cancer in 2015, but her legacy of women’s leadership continues. The memorial fund established in her name is focused on funding the development of future women leaders in architecture.
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Recipients of the grant receive: (a) registration for the AIA Women’s Leadership Summit and (b) a stipend for travel and expense reimbursement.  The application period opens each May. Learn more >

Things to Know ...

Your Title Before Licensure in Delaware

The Short Answer
In Delaware, the architecture law allows individuals currently employed under the responsible control of a Licensed Architect who also maintains a NCARB record in good standing to use the title  "ARCHITECTURAL INTERN" or "INTERN ARCHITECT" in conjunction with the person's current employment. Certain titles are allowed by the state of Delaware, but "Architectural Associate" is NOT one of them. Learn more >