ABOUT
The Educator of the Year Award is bestowed upon any educator, faculty member, administrator, or staff person who has furthered the objectives of the American Institute of Architects (AIA) in the role of educating and supporting the next generation of architects. The Institute works to advance our nation’s quality of life. Educator of the Year recipients are consistent with AIA’s values as they stand for:
• Architecture that strengthens our communities,
• Building economic opportunities for architecture firms and architects
• Investing in the future of the profession and society.
• A focus on sustainability in the firm’s projects, especially the impact of climate change through the built environment
• Equity, diversity, inclusion and human rights as it applies to the profession and the built environment
ELIGIBILITY
This award is open to:
• Educators of any rank or appointment (including faculty members, administrators, and staff) employed by and working at North Carolina State University (NC State), University of North Carolina at Charlotte (UNC-C), any architecture and design program at any other University of North Carolina System or North Carolina Community College System, private college or university, or any K-12 school with an architecture or design program inside the state of North Carolina.
• AIA Membership is not required.
CRITERIA
Eligible candidates will be evaluated based on information submitted as it relates to one or more of the following in their career:
• demonstrates excellence in architectural education advancing the art and science of teaching design;
• instills a strong passion for design and the profession among their students.
SUBMISSION
Self-nominations are not allowed. Nominations may only be submitted by AIA members in good standing and AIA staff. Each nomination shall contain the following:
• A nomination letter that summarizes the contributions made as they relate to the criteria of the award, not to exceed one page
• A resume or curricula vitae of the candidate
• An optional nomination package of the individual’s achievements and contributions including images (not to exceed 10 pages)