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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200629T130000
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SUMMARY:Race in America: Creating a Shared Language
DESCRIPTION:Before we can address racial injustice and inequities in our community and the profession\, we need to get comfortable talking about racism and its impact on our everyday lives. \nJoin us for an open and honest conversation led by Dr. Kendall Nicholson\, Assoc. AIA. He’ll define common terms and provide historical context for current events. Hear about the lived experiences of people of color in the profession and better understand the obstacles they face. \nAbout our moderator: \nKendall A. Nicholson\, Ed.D\, Assoc. AIA\, NOMA\, LEED GA  \nKendall Nicholson is a licensed educator\, trained architectural designer\, and an avid researcher.  He works as the Director of Research and Information at the Association of Collegiate Schools of Architecture (ACSA).  With degrees in architecture\, real estate and education\, his research explores the discipline of architecture through the lens of a social scientist.  He has presented research internationally and his research interests surround equity\, education\, and curriculum within the discipline of architecture. \nNationally\, his passion for equity and race relations manifests in his role as the lead researcher for the 2016 and 2018 Equity in Architecture Survey sponsored by AIA San Francisco and Equity by Design (EQxD). He also volunteers as a member of the AIA’s Equity and the Future of Architecture board committee and as an at-large director for the AIA National Associate Committee leading a work group on Mentorship and Equity. Locally\, Dr. Nicholson serves on the Career and Technical Education Advisory Committee for Chesterfield County Public Schools and has started a term on the AIA Richmond Board of Directors. \nRegister online. \n 
URL:https://inform-magazine.com/event/race-in-america-creating-a-shared-language/
LOCATION:Virtual – Online
CATEGORIES:Education,Webinars
ORGANIZER;CN="AIA Virginia":MAILTO:info@aiava.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200630T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200630T130000
DTSTAMP:20260525T012447
CREATED:20200610T141900Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200610T141900Z
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SUMMARY:Local and State Advocacy + You (Online)
DESCRIPTION:Local and state advocacy efforts can strongly influence critical issues of importance to architects\, such as school security\, resilience\, sustainability\, and housing access and affordability. Learn about AIA Virginia’s advocacy agenda and the results of the 2020 General Assembly from lobbyist Patrick Cushing\, with Williams-Mullen\, and Corey Clayborne\, FAIA\, AIA Virginia Executive Vice President. \nHear the results of the recent AIA Northern Virginia advocacy survey and learn what issues are important to our members. Also\, consider how you can become involved as we plan for our Advocacy Day this fall. \nEarn 1.5 AIA LU \nRegister online.
URL:https://inform-magazine.com/event/local-and-state-advocacy-you-online/
LOCATION:Virtual – Online
CATEGORIES:Education,Webinars
ORGANIZER;CN="AIA Northern Virginia":MAILTO:aianova@aianova.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200709T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200709T130000
DTSTAMP:20260525T012447
CREATED:20200706T130417Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200706T130417Z
UID:10000037-1594296000-1594299600@inform-magazine.com
SUMMARY:Building Code Requirements for Structural Concrete
DESCRIPTION:This session addresses the primary code issues in the specific discipline of cast-in-place concrete and special inspections according to the statewide code\, IBC and ACI 318-14\, “Building Code Requirements for Structural Concrete.” \nEarn 1 AIA LU | HSW \n​Register online.
URL:https://inform-magazine.com/event/building-code-requirements-for-structural-concrete/
LOCATION:Virtual – Online
CATEGORIES:Education,Webinars
ORGANIZER;CN="AIA Richmond":MAILTO:info@aiarva.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200709T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200709T130000
DTSTAMP:20260525T012447
CREATED:20200706T130113Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200706T130113Z
UID:10000075-1594296000-1594299600@inform-magazine.com
SUMMARY:Sport and Multi-Purpose Flooring
DESCRIPTION:Sport and Multi-Purpose Flooring is an important element in the design of schools\, churches and athletic facilities. Shock absorption\, slip and slide characteristics\, as well as the ability to clean and maintain a floor\, are essential to the health and safety of the athlete or casual user. Participants will learn how the various components of a Sport Flooring material can affect the user’s comfort\, performance and safety. We will explore the various types of Sport Flooring available in the market today. \nEarn 1 AIA LU | HSW \nRegister online.
URL:https://inform-magazine.com/event/sport-and-multi-purpose-flooring/
LOCATION:Virtual – Online
CATEGORIES:Education,Webinars
END:VEVENT
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200709T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200709T173000
DTSTAMP:20260525T012447
CREATED:20200706T131015Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200706T131015Z
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SUMMARY:Architects in Action 2020: AIA Legislative Exchange
DESCRIPTION:Architects in Action 2020 includes a general session on Thursday\, July 9 as well as virtual workshops and other special events throughout July. \nRegister to sign up for the general session\, which will include our keynote presentation\, Creating Resilient Cities by Miami Mayor Francis Suarez\, a panel discussion with Chicago Planning Commissioner Maurice Cox\, and our annual Advocacy and State & Local Policy update. \nVisit www.gotostage.com/channel/architects-in-action to register for Architects in Action virtual workshops and other special events throughout July. \nAttendees must register for each event separately. \nFind more information on virtual workshops and other events here. \nAt Architects in Action 2020 you will: \n*Hear from industry-leading experts\, guest speakers\, and elected officials \n*Learn about emerging state and local legislative trends \n*Explore innovative advocacy techniques and strategies developed by your peers \n*Find your voice and acquire the tools you need to advocate for the profession \n*Learn more about AIA’s commitment to environmental stewardship \nRegistration \nBe sure to register for a virtual happy hour based on your region. Each happy hour is limited to 20 registrants. \nFor questions or assistance contact (800) 242 3837 ext. 7556 or register@aia.org \nRegistration is free and open to all AIA members and component staff. \nRegister online.
URL:https://inform-magazine.com/event/architects-in-action-2020-aia-legislative-exchange/
LOCATION:Virtual – Online
CATEGORIES:Education,Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200710T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200710T163000
DTSTAMP:20260525T012447
CREATED:20200520T205826Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200609T180203Z
UID:10000012-1594371600-1594398600@inform-magazine.com
SUMMARY:Online Safety Assessment Program (SAP) Training
DESCRIPTION:Post-disaster Safety-Assessment Program (SAP) training provides architects\, engineers\, and building inspectors with the knowledge to provide evaluations of facilities and buildings in the aftermath of a disaster. \nAt the end of this training\, you will be able to: \n\nRecognize the important role architects and associated building professionals play in disaster preparedness\, response\, and recovery.\nAccurately conduct a post-disaster rapid building assessment and complete appropriate damage assessment forms.\nDemonstrate understanding of the Applied Technology Council’s ATC-20 Post-earthquake Safety Evaluation of Buildings and ATC 45 Safety Evaluation of Buildings after Windstorms and Floods damage assessment procedures.\nEarn a Cal-OES registration ID card.\n\nEarn 6.5 AIA LU | HSW \nRegister online.
URL:https://inform-magazine.com/event/online-safety-assessment-program-sap-training/
LOCATION:Virtual – Online
CATEGORIES:Education,Webinars
ORGANIZER;CN="AIA Virginia":MAILTO:info@aiava.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200715T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200715T130000
DTSTAMP:20260525T012447
CREATED:20200713T140409Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200713T140409Z
UID:10000045-1594814400-1594818000@inform-magazine.com
SUMMARY:Basic Hardware: Keying\, Locks & Exit Devices
DESCRIPTION:In this distance learning course\, we’ll discuss the function\, application\, of and code requirements for opening hardware and how to correctly apply that hardware for specific applications such as fire doors\, egress doors\, and ADA compliant openings. \nEarn 1 AIA LU | HSW \nRSVP by email.
URL:https://inform-magazine.com/event/basic-hardware-keying-locks-exit-devices/
LOCATION:Virtual – Online
CATEGORIES:Education,Webinars
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200716T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200716T130000
DTSTAMP:20260525T012447
CREATED:20200713T133213Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200713T133213Z
UID:10000040-1594900800-1594904400@inform-magazine.com
SUMMARY:Dismantling Racism and Discrimination in the Architecture Profession: A Framework for Action
DESCRIPTION:Join in an interactive online session where the AIA Northern Virginia Board will talk about results from the 2018 National Equity in Architecture Survey followed by a collaborative working session to brainstorm priorities and goals towards creating a more equitable chapter. \nEarn 1 AIA | LU \nRegistration is required for participation and to receive continuing education credit. \nRegister online.
URL:https://inform-magazine.com/event/dismantling-racism-and-discrimination-in-the-architecture-profession-a-framework-for-action/
LOCATION:Virtual – Online
CATEGORIES:Education,Webinars
ORGANIZER;CN="AIA Northern Virginia":MAILTO:aianova@aianova.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200722T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200722T180000
DTSTAMP:20260525T012447
CREATED:20200720T205154Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200720T205154Z
UID:10000053-1595437200-1595440800@inform-magazine.com
SUMMARY:Virtual Tour: Scott House
DESCRIPTION:Join Richmond Women in Design for a virtual walk-through of nearly completed renovation of the VCU Scott House. Built in 1911\, the Beaux Arts style mansion was the home of Elizabeth and Frederic Scott\, and is now owned and operated by Virginia Commonwealth University as office\, meeting and classroom space. \nThe tour\, led by Susan Reed\, Director of Historic Preservation at Glave & Holmes\, and Keith Van Inwegen\, Assistant Director of Planning and Design at VCU\, will encompass an overall history of the building and its original owners as well as its most recent $7 million renovation. \nRegister online.
URL:https://inform-magazine.com/event/virtual-tour-scott-house/
LOCATION:Virtual – Online
CATEGORIES:Education,Webinars
ORGANIZER;CN="AIA Richmond":MAILTO:info@aiarva.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200722T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200722T190000
DTSTAMP:20260525T012447
CREATED:20200713T181423Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200713T181423Z
UID:10000042-1595439000-1595444400@inform-magazine.com
SUMMARY:WIA Lecture Series: Diversity and Inclusion in Recruiting & Marketing
DESCRIPTION:AIA Northern Virginia’s Women in Architecture presents the latest installment in its EDI Lecture Series. This session offers a panel discussion with representatives from firms and local architecture schools. Women in Architecture is pleased to partner with Beyer Blinder Belle to host this series of discussions on how we can improve our current practices. \nEarn 1.5 AIA LU \nRegister online.
URL:https://inform-magazine.com/event/wia-lecture-series-diversity-and-inclusion-in-recruiting-marketing/
LOCATION:Virtual – Online
CATEGORIES:Education,Webinars
ORGANIZER;CN="AIA Northern Virginia":MAILTO:aianova@aianova.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200723T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200723T160000
DTSTAMP:20260525T012447
CREATED:20200706T131213Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200706T131213Z
UID:10000023-1595512800-1595520000@inform-magazine.com
SUMMARY:AEC Industry Collaboration Roundtable
DESCRIPTION:There is no question that these current times are posing unique challenges to our companies in the Architecture\, Engineering\, and Construction (AEC) industries. For the first time\, the Virginia components of the American Institute of Architects\, American Council of Engineering Companies\, and the Associated General Contractors will host a joint roundtable discussion for our members. Join your colleagues in the AEC industry in a moderated open forum to exchange best practices and discuss how you are addressing various challenges. \nRegister online.
URL:https://inform-magazine.com/event/aec-industry-collaboration-roundtable/
LOCATION:Virtual – Online
CATEGORIES:Education,Webinars
ORGANIZER;CN="AIA Virginia":MAILTO:info@aiava.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200812T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200812T170000
DTSTAMP:20260525T012447
CREATED:20200728T185436Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200804T195708Z
UID:10000052-1597248000-1597251600@inform-magazine.com
SUMMARY:Memorial to Enslaved Laborers at the University of Virginia
DESCRIPTION:Join AIA Virginia for a free panel discussion on Wednesday\, Aug. 12\, 2020 at 4 p.m. about the design of a new Memorial to Enslaved Laborers (MEL) on the grounds of the University of Virginia. \nHear about the momentum of the project\, beginning with student-led initiatives as early as 2010\, the ideas competition\, final design resolution\, and the guiding work of the President’s Commission on Slavery and the University (PCSU). Learn about the robust community engagement process\, including descendants of the enslaved and how the shared vision informed each element of the Memorial’s design. Register online. \nThe design of a new Memorial to Enslaved Laborers (MEL) on the grounds of the University of Virginia marks a critical moment to address the complex history of the University\, slavery\, and the country. It directly responds to a deep need to address an untold and uncomfortable history – one that is still very much a difficult\, though necessary\, national conversation on race. The goal of the Memorial is to create a physical place of remembrance and a symbolic acknowledgement of slavery and offers a place of learning and a place of healing. \nThe Memorial was designed as part of a collaboration between Howeler + Yoon Architects\, Studio&\, Gregg Bleam Landscape Architect\, Eto Otitigbe\, and had thoughtful input from many more. Learn more. \nEarn 1 AIA LU | HSW \nRegister online.
URL:https://inform-magazine.com/event/memorial-to-enslaved-laborers-at-the-university-of-virginia/
LOCATION:Virtual – Online
CATEGORIES:Education,Webinars
ORGANIZER;CN="AIA Virginia":MAILTO:info@aiava.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200813T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200813T130000
DTSTAMP:20260525T012447
CREATED:20200720T202733Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200720T202733Z
UID:10000067-1597320000-1597323600@inform-magazine.com
SUMMARY:Sustainable Masonry
DESCRIPTION:After completing this program\, the participant should understand compliance with design standards\, energy consumption\, sound transmission\, mold mitigation\, fire resistance\, and environmentally responsible materials manufacturing.​ \n​Earn 1.0 AIA LU | HSW \nRegister online.
URL:https://inform-magazine.com/event/sustainable-masonry/
LOCATION:Virtual – Online
CATEGORIES:Education,Webinars
ORGANIZER;CN="AIA Richmond":MAILTO:info@aiarva.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200826T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200826T130000
DTSTAMP:20260525T012447
CREATED:20200824T150352Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200824T150352Z
UID:10000050-1598443200-1598446800@inform-magazine.com
SUMMARY:Dismantling Racism & Discrimination in the Architecture Profession: A Framework for Action (Part 2)
DESCRIPTION:Join in an interactive online session with the AIA Northern Virginia Board and chapter members\, along with guests from AIA Richmond and AIA Hampton Roads\, to discuss how architects can be advocates for racial equity and justice when working with clients\, elected leaders\, and civic groups. \nFree. Registration required.
URL:https://inform-magazine.com/event/dismantle-racism-architecture-profession/
LOCATION:Virtual – Online
CATEGORIES:Education,Webinars
ORGANIZER;CN="AIA Northern Virginia":MAILTO:aianova@aianova.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200909T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200909T111500
DTSTAMP:20260525T012447
CREATED:20200729T210820Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200731T121215Z
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SUMMARY:Factory-Built: Prefabricated and Modular Strategies from Real Estate Developments in the Washington D.C. Area
DESCRIPTION:Building real estate projects with prefabricated and modular components have long promised to deliver buildings faster and more efficiently. Are market conditions and technology advances finally right for more wide-spread use of these strategies? Join a Zoom webinar with companies at the forefront of prefabricated and modular design\, development\, and construction in the Washington. D.C. area. \nProjects to be presented include: \n\ncitizenM (first modular hotel in Washington D.C.)\, presented by Jennifer Macks of Gilbane Company;\nPetworth Share (modular apartment project in Washington D.C.) presented by Megan Mitchell of Eric Colbert and Associates (architect); and\nAnnandale Millwork projects (prefabricated residential components manufacturer) presented by Gene Frogale\, President of Annandale Millwork\n\nEarn 1.25 AIA LU \nRegister online. \nPresented by Center for Real Estate Entrepreneurship of the George Mason University School of Business in partnership with AIA Virginia.
URL:https://inform-magazine.com/event/factory-built-prefabricated-and-modular-strategies-from-real-estate-developments-in-the-washington-d-c-area/
LOCATION:Virtual – Online
CATEGORIES:Education,Webinars
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200917T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200917T181500
DTSTAMP:20260525T012447
CREATED:20200813T215158Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200824T151855Z
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SUMMARY:Real Estate Toolkit: Basics of Commercial Building Construction
DESCRIPTION:Real estate professionals routinely interact with construction teams in the design\, building\, delivery and management of commercial properties and spaces and capital replacement projects.  This workshop teaches basic familiarity with different types of construction projects and processes\, different ways of structuring construction contracts and legal documents\, and how to understand and manage construction schedules.  Attendees will learn about the important members of construction teams and their roles\, and how project scopes and drawings are organized. \nSpeaker\nSarah Forrest is Chief Estimator at Hensel Phelps Construction Co.\, one of the largest general contractors and construction managers in the U.S. and ranked consistently among Engineering News-Record’s top 20 contractors.  Sarah began her career at Hensel Phelps as a field engineer in 1996.  She has a BS in Construction Science and Management from Kansas State University. \nEarn 1 AIA LU | Approval Pending \nRegister online.
URL:https://inform-magazine.com/event/real-estate-toolkit-basics-of-commercial-building-construction/
LOCATION:Virtual – Online
CATEGORIES:Education,Webinars
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200918T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200918T163000
DTSTAMP:20260525T012447
CREATED:20200827T135552Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200827T135552Z
UID:10000049-1600417800-1600446600@inform-magazine.com
SUMMARY:Applying the Code to Cannabis Facilities
DESCRIPTION:Legal Marijuana and the Building Code\nPresented by WICED of VA\nPresenter: William Clayton CBO\,\nPlan Analyst/Code Consultant/Instructor\nSEPTEMBER 18\, 2020 | 8:30 A.M. -4:30 PM\nVIRTUAL TRAINING VIA MICROSOFT OFFICE TEAMS \nCOST: FREE TO CURRENT WICED (Women in Code Enforcement and Development) OF VA MEMBERSHIP\n$50.00 TO NEW WICED OF VA MEMBERSHIP\n$75.00 TO ATTEND WITHOUT MEMBERSHIP \nCannabis cultivation\, processing and sale are handled differently than other industrial processes which means that as the legalization of cannabis becomes more prevalent\, the need to know how to apply the code will be valuable for the building safety community to know. Topics in this course include building\, fire\, mechanical\, plumbing\, energy\, and electrical code requirements\, different types of facilities and a checklist for plan review inspection. \nThis Course is in a Virtual Training Room: This type of online classroom allows you to see and hear the instructor and classroom and they will be able to see and hear you. This is not a web session with voice over.\nTo Register: click here\nDeadline to register for training materials Monday\, September 14\, 2020
URL:https://inform-magazine.com/event/applying-the-code-to-cannabis-facilities/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200923T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200923T143000
DTSTAMP:20260525T012447
CREATED:20200916T194051Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200916T194120Z
UID:10000066-1600866000-1600871400@inform-magazine.com
SUMMARY:U.S. Climate Resilience Toolkit
DESCRIPTION:David Herring\, Director of Communication & Education at the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration’s (NOAA) Climate Program Office\, will demonstrate the U.S. Climate Resilience Toolkit. This toolkit is a robust website of resources designed to help people find and use tools\, information\, and subject matter expertise to build climate resilience. It was developed as an inter-Agency initiative that operates under the auspices of the United States Global Change Research Program. The workshop provides an opportunity to find out more about this extensive toolkit that includes a data site that projects climate changes down to the county level\, outlines the steps involved in resiliency planning\, and highlights case studies. \nRegister online.
URL:https://inform-magazine.com/event/u-s-climate-resilience-toolkit/
LOCATION:Virtual – Online
CATEGORIES:Education,Webinars
ORGANIZER;CN="Resilient Virginia":MAILTO:osso@resilientvirginia.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200924T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200924T181500
DTSTAMP:20260525T012447
CREATED:20200901T132237Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200901T132237Z
UID:10000048-1600966800-1600971300@inform-magazine.com
SUMMARY:Know Your Dirt: Basics of Understanding Your Project Site
DESCRIPTION:For real estate professionals investing in and developing real estate projects\, evaluating the dirt underneath is as important as the structure built on it. You will learn how to get a basic understanding about your project site such as topography\, wetlands\, drainage and environmental conditions; how to read and understand information from a soil report; how to resolve environmental issues; and more. \nSpeakers \nJames D. Succop\, P.G.\, Principal/Subsidiary Director of Environmental Services\, ECS Mid-Alantic  \nJames D. Succop has more than 30 years of experience in environmental consulting services. He is a Principal of the firm and currently serves as the Subsidiary Director of Environmental Services. Mr. Succop’s professional expertise is largely focused on redevelopment of brownfields properties in Virginia\, Maryland and the District of Columbia. \nMichael Bianchino\, Group Manager\, ECS Mid-Atlantic  \nMike Bianchino leads the team that is responsible for performing geotechnical studies\, testing\, observation and related services on a variety of project types in the District of Columbia\, Arlington VA\, and Montgomery County\, MD. An employee of ECS since 2011\, he holds a Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering (concentration in Geotechnical Engineering) from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute. \nRegister online.
URL:https://inform-magazine.com/event/know-your-dirt-basics-of-understanding-your-project-site/
LOCATION:Virtual – Online
CATEGORIES:Education,Webinars
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200929T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200929T180000
DTSTAMP:20260525T012447
CREATED:20200911T121125Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200911T121221Z
UID:10000071-1601398800-1601402400@inform-magazine.com
SUMMARY:VCU Health-Adult Outpatient Pavilion Virtual Tour by HDR
DESCRIPTION:The new Adult Outpatient Pavilion’s (AOP) project vision consolidates outpatient adult specialty services on the academic medical center campus into one multidisciplinary facility for leading clinical care. The AOP will consolidate the Massey Cancer Center\, Multi-disciplinary Shared Clinics\, and the VCU School of Dentistry Clinics into a multi-faceted facility\, designed to achieve LEED Silver. The 615\,000 SF Tower is integrated with a parking structure for 1\,000+ vehicles. The 17-story predominately glass tower will be highly visible in the downtown skyline. The flexible and adaptable design maximizes views and natural daylight on all floors while also promoting a multidisciplinary\, and welcoming environment for family-centered care and collaboration. \nRegister online.
URL:https://inform-magazine.com/event/vcu-health-adult-outpatient-pavilion-virtual-tour-by-hdr/
LOCATION:Virtual – Online
CATEGORIES:Education,Webinars
ORGANIZER;CN="AIA Richmond":MAILTO:info@aiarva.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200929T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200929T190000
DTSTAMP:20260525T012447
CREATED:20200916T013719Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200916T013719Z
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SUMMARY:ARE 5.0 | Item Types and What to Expect!
DESCRIPTION:Join YAF RVA for a fun filled hour covering “Item Types” that you should expect to find on the ARE! Register with your friends or call in with your quarantine buddies to learn more about what item types are\, which ones can be found on your exams\, and tips to uncovering the correct responses. Not only will we be covering all of the possible item types\, but we will also work through example questions found in each ARE division. This is not limited to ARE​ candidates – new graduates or licensed architects are also welcome! You don’t have to be actively studying to attend\, but pack your thinking cap and prepare to THINK! \n​Register online.
URL:https://inform-magazine.com/event/are-5-0-item-types-and-what-to-expect/
LOCATION:Virtual – Online
CATEGORIES:Education,Webinars
ORGANIZER;CN="AIA Richmond":MAILTO:info@aiarva.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200930T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200930T133000
DTSTAMP:20260525T012447
CREATED:20200916T013451Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200916T013451Z
UID:10000057-1601467200-1601472600@inform-magazine.com
SUMMARY:A New Frontier for School Planning: Designing for Resiliency\, Safety\, & Well-being in the Wake of COVID-19
DESCRIPTION:The American Institute of Architects of Long Island and Northern Virginia in collaboration with Nassau BOCES invite you to a jointly hosted webinar that explores a new frontier of strategic educational planning and the role of design-thinking to support schools. \nThere is no debate that reopening schools is a critical step towards stabilizing our nation\, economy\, and state of social and emotional well-being. The concerns surround the when and how? While we cannot be sure when\, we know that the architectural community can contribute to the how. \nYou will hear from Tracey Graham\, Senior Healthcare Consultant at Hord Coplan Macht\, about preparedness\, planning\, and operational continuity pre-\, during and post-pandemic / disaster. She will be joined by Jenine Kotob\, AIA\, School Safety Specialist at Hord Coplan Macht\, and co-author of the AIA National’s report entitled\, “Reopening America: Strategies for Safer Schools.” By the end of the talk\, attendees will learn about operational\, infrastructural\, and educational recommendations that can support the resiliency\, safety\, and well-being of our schools for generations to come. \nOpening remarks by Christina Coughlin\, Ph.D.\, Assistant Commissioner\, Office of School Governance\, Policy\, and Religious and Independent Schools\, New York State Education Department. \nWho’s welcome? Educators\, School Administrators\, Architects\, Engineers\, Facilities Directors and Students. \nFree webinar. 1.5 AIA LU/HSW. REGISTER HERE
URL:https://inform-magazine.com/event/a-new-frontier-for-school-planning-designing-for-resiliency-safety-well-being-in-the-wake-of-covid-19/
LOCATION:Virtual – Online
CATEGORIES:Education,Webinars
ORGANIZER;CN="AIA Northern Virginia":MAILTO:aianova@aianova.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200930T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200930T193000
DTSTAMP:20260525T012447
CREATED:20200911T120658Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200911T120658Z
UID:10000047-1601488800-1601494200@inform-magazine.com
SUMMARY:Equity\, Diversity\, and Inclusion Lecture Series: AIA Guides for Equitable Practice
DESCRIPTION:The final installment of AIA Northern Virginia Women in Architecture’s partnership series with Beyer Blinder Belle focuses on the AIA Guides for Equitable Practice. The publication shares relevant research\, tools\, and best practices to address employment and personnel issues about equity\, diversity\, and inclusion. The discussion features panelists who contributed to the Guides. \nRegister here
URL:https://inform-magazine.com/event/equity-diversity-and-inclusion-lecture-series-aia-guides-for-equitable-practice/
LOCATION:Virtual – Online
CATEGORIES:Education,Webinars
ORGANIZER;CN="AIA Northern Virginia":MAILTO:aianova@aianova.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201001T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201001T170000
DTSTAMP:20260525T012447
CREATED:20200911T130048Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200911T130048Z
UID:10000070-1601568000-1601571600@inform-magazine.com
SUMMARY:AIA HR & AIA VA Virginia Town Hall
DESCRIPTION:As we navigate through the new challenges of COVID\, the call for equity and diversity in the built environment\, and economic hardships\, we are calling for your voice to be heard. \nRegister online.
URL:https://inform-magazine.com/event/aia-hr-aia-va-virginia-town-hall/
LOCATION:Virtual – Online
CATEGORIES:Education,Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201008T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201008T130000
DTSTAMP:20260525T012447
CREATED:20200911T131952Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200911T132135Z
UID:10000059-1602158400-1602162000@inform-magazine.com
SUMMARY:Integration\, Integration\, Integration: The Three Most Important Aspects of Lighting\, and How to Master Them
DESCRIPTION:Integration is critical to developing a holistic lighting strategy for your projects – as well as the physical and mental well-being of building occupants. This course will broaden your understanding of the fundamentals of lighting integration and help you understand how to apply them to your projects. \nRegister online. \n1 AIA LU | HSW
URL:https://inform-magazine.com/event/integration-integration-integration-the-three-most-important-aspects-of-lighting-and-how-to-master-them/
LOCATION:Virtual – Online
CATEGORIES:Education,Webinars
ORGANIZER;CN="AIA Richmond":MAILTO:info@aiarva.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201014T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201014T130000
DTSTAMP:20260525T012447
CREATED:20201012T171504Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201012T171504Z
UID:10000061-1602676800-1602680400@inform-magazine.com
SUMMARY:Selecting the Right Window Material for Any Application
DESCRIPTION:Brought to you by AIA Northern Virginia through a partnership with T.W. Perry. \nWindows are a critical element of architectural design. Window selection not only significantly impacts the aesthetics of the project\, but also affects the energy efficiency\, comfort\, durability and sustainability of the building once construction is complete. This learning unit will address some of the more popular window choices available today and provide a comparative review of the features and benefits of these very important building elements. This learning unit will also introduce learners to the standards\, tests\, and other performance metrics that will enable specifiers to select the right window for the right application. \nLearning Objectives:\nIdentify different window types based on the product’s base material\, cladding\, and finish\nDiscuss some of the main criteria for evaluating window types commonly available today\nDescribe the performance attributes of each window material\nExplain how different window materials contribute to energy efficiency and overall sustainability goals including recycling and low maintenance \nRegister online.
URL:https://inform-magazine.com/event/selecting-the-right-window-material-for-any-application/
LOCATION:Virtual – Online
CATEGORIES:Education,Webinars
ORGANIZER;CN="AIA Northern Virginia":MAILTO:aianova@aianova.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201021T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201021T130000
DTSTAMP:20260525T012447
CREATED:20200916T204801Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200916T204801Z
UID:10000055-1603281600-1603285200@inform-magazine.com
SUMMARY:Tisk\, Tisk\, You Forgot To De-Risk
DESCRIPTION:Key De-Risking Retirement Planning Strategies & Tools For Architects and Architectural Firm Owners To Help Ensure They and Their Families Have Enough For Future Retirement Days. \nThis timely webinar presentation will specifically address the most critical and unique risk threats that architects and architectural firm owners face in successfully building and managing both individual and firm-related retirement plans that will ultimately be able to provide enough retirement assets and income to last throughout the rest of their and their family’s lifetime. \nThe webinar will include relevant historical evidence\, case studies and solution-based strategies and tools that Architects and Architectural Firm Owners can use to “de-risk” their individual and firm practice-based retirement plans\, including ways to ensure that they and their family never outlive their money and how to analyze and validate that their current retirement investment portfolio’s assets and market risk exposure accurately matches their personal and firm-based risk tolerance intended profiles. \nEqually important\, the discussion will cover and reveal the negative impact that taxes can have on an Architect and Architectural Firm Owner’s future retirement nest egg and income and how to avoid this by integrating a forward planning\, proactive retirement planning tax strategy that includes performing a tax reduction analysis and utilizing the current tax code and its most recent changes to their advantage to eliminate and reduce unnecessary\, future tax exposure. \nEarn 1.0 AIA LU \nRegister online.
URL:https://inform-magazine.com/event/tisk-tisk-you-forgot-to-de-risk/
LOCATION:Virtual – Online
CATEGORIES:Education,Webinars
ORGANIZER;CN="AIA Virginia":MAILTO:info@aiava.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201026T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201030T190000
DTSTAMP:20260525T012447
CREATED:20201012T171923Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201012T171923Z
UID:10000060-1603706400-1604084400@inform-magazine.com
SUMMARY:YAFCON 2020: The Empathic Architect
DESCRIPTION:YAF CON 2020: The Empathic Architect convenes a series of engaging conversations about designing with empathy and practicing with intentionality. Join your fellow emerging professionals the week of Oct. 26–Oct. 30 for a daily series of peer-led discussions over lunch and presentations by purposeful — sometimes unconventional — leaders each evening. \nIn a continuation of the dialogue from 2019’s Architect of the New Era\, we’ve invited driven\, purposeful leaders who have taken a human-focused approach to their work\, their careers\, and their firms. \nRegister online.
URL:https://inform-magazine.com/event/yafcon-2020-the-empathic-architect/
LOCATION:Virtual – Online
CATEGORIES:Education,Webinars
ORGANIZER;CN="AIA Virginia":MAILTO:info@aiava.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201028T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201028T170000
DTSTAMP:20260525T012447
CREATED:20201020T162458Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201020T162651Z
UID:10000128-1603900800-1603904400@inform-magazine.com
SUMMARY:Architects in Action 2020: Coffee and Conversations
DESCRIPTION:Featuring Corey Clayborne\, FAIA\, NOMA\, MBA in Conversation with Whitney Johnson\, Assoc. AIA\, Assoc. NOMA \nWhitney Johnson is an emerging professional in Nashville\, TN with 5 years of experience working at EOA Architects. She is a graduate of Auburn University and is well on her way to licensure. Whitney currently serves on the Board of Directors for AIA Middle Tennessee as the liaison for its newly formed Government Advocacy Committee. She is also an active member of NOMAnash\, the local chapter of the National Organization of Minority Architects. Whitney is interested in combatting the effects of gentrification in minority communities\, in addition to addressing and reducing the pipeline challenges as they relate to the profession of architecture. \nCorey Clayborne currently serves as the Executive Vice President of AIA Virginia and is responsible for ensuring the success of the Advocacy\, Education\, Outreach\, and Member Services portfolios. Corey has been recognized by the AIA at the local\, state and national levels. Most recently in 2020\, he was elevated by the Institute into its prestigious College of Fellows.  Corey is an architect licensed to practice in Virginia who worked in private practice for 13 years serving as a project manager for local\, state\, and federal clients before taking the chief executive position at AIA Virginia. He shared his story as an African American man in architecture earlier this summer in But Then There was One. \nPlease join us on Wednesday\, October 28 from 4-5pm EST to learn how to provide “But Then There Was One” moments for other architects and aspiring architects as well as how to more effectively incorporate diversity\, equity\, and inclusion into policies that we advocate for at the state and local level. \nTo register click here.
URL:https://inform-magazine.com/event/architects-in-action-2020-coffee-and-conversations/
LOCATION:Virtual – Online
CATEGORIES:Education,Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201102T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201102T180000
DTSTAMP:20260525T012447
CREATED:20201012T172301Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201012T172937Z
UID:10000078-1604304000-1604340000@inform-magazine.com
SUMMARY:Architecture Exchange East 2020: Design Justice and Impact
DESCRIPTION:DAY 1: Design Justice and Impact\nMonday\, Nov. 2 \nFeatured Sessions\nNoah Scalin — ArchEx kicks off with a creative challenge from artist Noah Scalin to re-energize your imagination and creative spirit! \nAce Callwood — JEDI consultant Ace Callwood shares a roadmap for creating a sustainable DEI program in your firm. \nJoel Sanders — Hear about MIXdesign — a think tank and design consultancy dedicated to creating designs that respond to the specific needs of traditionally marginalized individuals. \nRiding the Vortex:  African American Women Architects in Practice — Hear the unique perspectives of the Vortex Collaborators as they reflect upon the issues facing their unique cohort. \nRegister online.
URL:https://inform-magazine.com/event/architecture-exchange-east-2020-design-justice-and-impact/
LOCATION:Virtual – Online
CATEGORIES:Education,Webinars
ORGANIZER;CN="AIA Virginia":MAILTO:info@aiava.org
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