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Current Chapter Newsletter
Welcome to the official website of the South Louisiana Chapter
of the American Institute of Architects, a three-tiered professional
association of architects. The "Institute," as the national level
is sometimes called, is the parent organization. In addition,
there are state chapters or "components" (AIA Louisiana, for example)
and local chapters. The American Institute of Architects (AIA)
is the professional organization that helps architects serve the
public's needs and builds awareness of the role of architects
and architecture in American society. The organization was created
in 1857. Today, with headquarters in Washington, DC, and nearly
300 local chapters, the organization represents 63,000 licensed
architects and associated professionals. AIA members adhere to
a Code of Ethics and Professional Conduct and must comply with
state-mandated continuing education that assures clients, the
public and colleagues of their dedication to high standards in
professional practice.
AIA South Louisiana is the local chapter that serves architects
and the public in the Acadiana region of Louisiana. The chapter
has a current membership of over 85, including affiliate and associate
members. AIA Members must be registered architects, Associate
AIA Members are degreed interns working toward registration, and
affiliate members are professionals in related fields.
Our mission is to promote and forward the
objectives of AIA, which include:
- Organize and unite in
fellowship the members of the architectural profession
- Promote
the aesthetic, scientific and practical efficiency of the profession
- Advance the science and art of planning and building by
forwarding the standards of architectural education, training and
practice
- Coordinate the building industry and the profession
of architecture to insure the advancement of the living standards of
people through their improved environment
- Make the profession
of ever-increasing service to society by educating the public of the
importance of good design and its contribution to the quality of
life
Among the chapter's responsibilities:
- Provide
continuing education opportunities
- Establish communication
with members in the form of a monthly newsletter, chapter meetings,
and other activities.
- Supporting and fund a growing academic
scholarship program
- Maintain a strong working relationship
with the University of Louisiana School of Architecture and Design
by promoting professionals' interaction with students.
Contact an architect who is an AIA member at the earliest stage
of your planning. Member architects are ethically bound to represent
your interests, and have the education, experience and vision
necessary to guide you through the entire design and construction
process. Browse our site and gain insight to what architects "do",
how to hire one, what to expect in a working relationship.
Thanks for visiting . . . and return often.
Mark Stielper
Chapter President
