Honors and Awards
The AIA Mississippi Honors and Awards Programs are part of a long-standing AIA tradition of recognizing individuals and organizations for their outstanding achievements in support of the profession of architecture and the AIA. Through these popular member programs, we aim to celebrate each other's accomplishments and increase the public awareness of AIA Mississippi and the profession of Architecture.
The Annual AIA Mississippi Design Awards
 The stated mission of the AIA Mississippi Annual Design Awards program is to:
- Recognize excellence in architectural design by local members of the American Institute of Architects, and in doing so advance the public recognition and contributions of its members, their firms, and their profession to society.
- Educate the public about the importance of quality design in creating healthy vibrant communities, to encourage clients to strive for higher design goals, and to acknowledge their support of quality design.
- Provide member architects an important vehicle for peer recognition.
This juried members' Design Awards program and gala celebration is held annually in the Summer in conjunction with the annual convention. All project types are eligible – from small home renovations to multi-million dollar resorts. Many award winning projects from this prestigious awards program have withstood the test of time and are now considered architectural landmarks in our state, or are ranked among the best works of architecture in our state—appropriate and well-conceived solutions addressing important urban or social concerns. Visit our AIA Mississippi Design Awards web page for more information on our upcoming 2009 Design Awards.
Standing Awards
Awards in the following categories may or may not be awarded each year. Please see the Awards Guide for details and submission requirements.
Certificate of Appreciation
Awarded to an individual who has rendered distinguished service to AIA Mississippi in the advancement of the objectives of the chapter. Nomination shall be by a minimum of five (5) members, not including employees, coworkers, or staff of the nominee.
Presidential Citation
Awarded at the discretion of the AIA Mississippi president for exceptional work performed in behalf of AIA Mississippi.
Community Service Award
Awarded to an AIA Mississippi Member or Associate Member for?exceptional service to the Community, City, State, or Civic group. Nomination shall be by a minimum of five (5) members, not including employees, coworkers, or staff of the nominee.
Education Commendation
Awarded to an individual, firm, or organization that has made a significant contribution to the field of education related to the purposes of AIA. Nomination shall be by a minimum of five (5) members, not including employees, coworkers, or staff of the nominee.
Citizen Architect Award
Awarded to an individual AIA Mississippi Member that has made a significant contribution to society over a number of years. Nomination shall be by a minimum of five (5) members, not including employees, coworkers, or staff of the nominee. Nomination shall be fully backed up with substantiating biographical data and letters of recommendation.
Lifetime Achievement Award
Awarded to an individual AIA Mississippi Architect Member that has made a significant contribution to society during their lifetime. This is the highest award bestowed by AIA Mississippi for outstanding service to Community, City, State, and Civic Groups for the general betterment of Society. Nomination shall be by a minimum of 5 members, not including employees, coworkers, or staff of the nominee. Nomination shall be fully backed up with substantiating biographical data and letters of recommendation. See detailed information on last page of Awards Guide.
Other
At the direction of the President and Board of Directors of AIA Mississippi, the Awards Committee may establish other standing or special awards.
AIA College of Fellows
The AIA Fellowship program was developed to elevate those architects who have made a significant contribution to architecture and society and who have achieved a standard of excellence in the profession. Election to fellowship not only recognizes the achievements of the architect as an individual, but also honors before the public and the profession a model architect who has made a significant contribution to architecture and society on a national level. Learn more!AIA Mississippi Honorary Affiliate Designation
A person of esteemed character who is not eligible for membership in AIA Mississippi but who has rendered distinguished service to the profession of architecture or to the allied arts and sciences within the territory of this Chapter, may be admitted by a vote of the Board as an Honorary Affiliate Member of AIA Mississippi. No more than one honorary affiliate may be elected in any one calendar year. The nomination, voting, and election remains confidential until the Board of Directors ascertains the nominee’s willingness to accept the honor. A formal presentation is made at a Chapter Membership Meeting.
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