We organize project tours, firm tours, social gatherings, and other educational opportunities relevant to emerging professionals. We also oversee our region’s AIA EP Friendly Firm Award in collaboration with state chapters of the North Central region.
AIA Members, architecture students, and prospective members are welcome to join us at any time during the year – as committee members or for specific events! Reach out to co-chairs or staff for more information.
Firms across Minnesota have partnered with the Emerging Professionals Committee to open their doors, present their work, and talk about the unique aspects of their firm's history and culture.
Getting together socially helps create bonds across firms and throughout the architecture community that can last entire careers! Get to know others at similar career stages to share experiences and gain support.
Site visits give you great insight to the intersection of design and construction -- and, if your supervisor attends with you, the time may be applicable to your AXP hours!
The ALA Committee is specifically focused on supporting candidates for licensure on their path through AXP and preparation for the ARE exams. An intergenerational group, they provide peer support and multi-way mentoring specific to AXP/ARE topics.
A one-stop hub of relevant resources for Minnesota's Emerging Professionals. Learn about the Next Gen Initiative, designed to ease the transition from school to practice.and to strengthen the experience of early career professionals.
Continuing Education Director