Louis Suarez, a Diversity Advancement Scholar and a 2021 graduate from Carnegie Mellon University, shares reflections on his architecture studies, his scholarships, and the next stage of his career path.
$524,979 raised; 66 scholars support; $206,920 in scholarships distributed; 2,300 visitors to The Octagon—2020 was a big year!
The Architects Foundation is actively seeking a full-time manager for The Octagon museum.
We’re excited to announce the 2021 recipients for four scholarship programs—the Diversity Advancement Scholarship, Payette Sho-Ping Chin Memorial Academic Scholarship, a/e ProNet David W. Lakamp AIA Scholarship, Yann Weymouth Graduate Scholarship. These scholarships support future leaders of the profession in equity, diversity, and sustainability.
Melissa Smith, a 2020-2021 AF/McAslan Fellow and Masters of Architecture graduate from the University of Kansas, shares reflections on her architecture studies, her fellowship, and what’s next as she starts her career.