WASHINGTON – Beginning today, architecture students can apply to the Architects Foundation—the philanthropic partner of The American Institute of Architects (AIA)—for two scholarships that can help advance their professional goals.
“Scholarships are key to supporting the next generation of architects,” said Architects Foundation Executive Director Marci Reed. “By providing these opportunities to students matriculating from architecture programs and to graduate students, the Architects Foundation aims to empower students to excel in the profession and have positive impact on their communities and the world.”
Applications are currently being accepted for the Architects Foundation/McAslan Fellowship and the a/e ProNet David W. Lakamp AIA Scholarship. Architecture students that meet all outlined criteria are eligible to apply. Applications must be received for either scholarship by Wednesday, March 20, 2019 in order to be considered.
This is the first year The Architects Foundation/McAslan Fellowship is being offered. The scholarship supports travel experiences for two top graduating students to engage with McAslan+Partners and the World Monuments Fund. Specifically, selected students will participate in the restoration of the Madame Gauthier Villa in Port au Prince, Haiti. The program is part of the U.S. State Department’s newly awarded Ambassador’s Fund. As part of the scholarship, students will travel to New York as well as Port-au-Prince.
This is also the first year the Architects Foundation is offering the a/e ProNet David W. Lakamp AIA Scholarship, which was established in 1990. The scholarship honors David W. Lakamp, who was a founder of a/e ProNet and a trusted advisor to the profession of architecture. Lakamp’s legacy of professionalism and integrity set new standards in the field of insurance services. In his honor, two students who best demonstrate a strong interest in practice and risk management will each receive a $5,000 award that can be used towards tuition.