WELCOME TO 2010!

Having successfully closed the books on 2009, EKC’s leadership for 2010 is looking forward to building on past years’ successes. The current leadership is made of the following volunteers:

Executive Committee
Jeffrey C. Stivers, AIA – President
Derek Brooks, AIA – President-Elect
Harold Snider, AIA - Treasurer
Amy Lett, AIA – Secretary
Mike Sparkman, AIA – Director (Past President)
Kenny Donnelly, AIA – Director (Past President)
Jessica Walker, Associate AIA - Director

On-Going Programs and Leading Volunteers include
Government Affairs – Derek Brooks, AIA
Continuing Education – Marcus Highland, AIA
COTE - Mike Sparkman, AIA
Tradeshow - Jessica Walker, Associate AIA
IDP Coordinator - Daniel Ware, AIA
Community Events - Kenny Donnelly, AIA

EKC is always looking for additional programs and volunteers. If you have any ideas or interest in becoming more involved in AIA EKC, please contact Jeff Stivers (info@aia-ekc.org).

MONTHLY EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE MEETINGS. EKC’s Executive Committee meets the first Tuesday of every month, at 12:00 pm to receive reports on on-going programs from active volunteers and conduct chapter business. Currently, meetings are being held at the offices of RossTarrant Architects at 101 Old Lafayette Avenue, Lexington. Lunch can be provided, but RSVP’s are necessary if a lunch is desired. A standing, open invitation exists for ALL MEMBERS. Contact Jeff Stivers (info@aia-ekc.org) if you are interested in attending or have any other questions. Please feel free to attend to see what your chapter is up to. As always, your AIA EKC experience is what you make of it. GET INVOLVED.

Amy Lett

AIA-EKC Secretary

Call for Volunteers and Teaching Aides

EKC Membership,


As part of our ongoing commitment of community education, the East Kentucky Chapter of the American Institute of Architects has teamed up with the Lexington Living Arts and Science Center to participate in their 2009-2010 Academic program. Titled "The Architecture of Life", this 12 month education curriculum themed around architecture will include various events and classes for children and young adults in the Lexington Area. It is an excellent opportunity for design professionals to be involved in the community and define the role of the architect.
EKC has offered to assist the LASC in three areas, providing Teachers, Teaching Aides and helping facilitate a Design Build project.


1. Discovery Night - This would comprise two to three architects teaching in a two hour session on October 1st from 6pm to 8pm. The description for the event is as follows: From city organization to building details, our surroundings influence our built structures. The American Institute of Architects East Kentucky Chapter will present a workshop, "From Conception of an Idea to the Habitation of the Structure". Explore with us the role of the Architect who interprets and creates our built environments.


2. Discovery Exhibit - It is a one year long exhibit at the Living Arts and Science Center that focuses on the relationship between art and science. Made up of various physical elements that conform to the theme, architectural elements comprise a portion of the display. Local firms are asked to donate tools, models and objects that explain the discipline of architecture.


3. Design Build Project - This small scale exterior construction will be made up of recycled and or new materials. It is a hands-on experiment in form and structure. AIA Members could direct the design build project with students, staff and parents.


We are asking for volunteers to help administer this program. Interested members should contact Mike Sparkman mike@lsarc.net or Pam Clements pam@lsarc.net by August 21, 2009. Thanks in advance for your interest.

Mike Sparkman, AIA
Pam Clements, AIA

The First Post

Hello,

This is the first post from The East Kentucky Chapter of the American Institute of Architects (AIA-EKC). We will be sharing information and upcoming events about our organization with you on our blog, please visit our website at www.aia-ekc.org for more information about our organization.

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