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John “Jack” Fleming Hartray died on May 3rd 2025 in Chicago. He is survived by his sister Mary Letson, brother in law Mike Beers, daughter, Dr. Adriana Shilling; son-in-law, Allan Shilling; three sons, Frederick, Alexander and Guido; and daughter-in-law, Irina Carola Verona; ten grandchildren, multiple nieces and nephews; and generations of architects and consultants with whom he shared the challenges...

Photo and Video Assets Media Contact: David Chase, (312) 376-2745, dchase@aiachicago.org CHICAGO, ILLINOIS — The AIA Chicago Foundation is proud to announce the launch of a new citywide awareness campaign featuring a prominent billboard message: “Investing in the next generation of architects.” This high-visibility initiative was made possible through a generous donation from Wintrust, highlighting a shared commitment to fostering...

For AIA members, your annual requirement is to complete 18 hours of continuing education each calendar year, and 12 of those hours must be in HSW topics. These hours must be shown on your AIA transcript which can be accessed at AIA.org log in.   Don’t forget to self-report learning gained from providers other than an AIA Education Provider. Do that through your AIA member record at AIA.org log in. Sexual harassment...

These Honorees of the Distinguished Service Award Have Exemplified the Mission of AIA Chicago Through Outstanding Service to the Profession and the Community FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE  Media Contact: David Chase, (312) 376-2745, dchase@aiachicago.org  December 2, 2025, CHICAGO – AIA Chicago, one of the largest and most influential local chapters of The American Institute of Architects with a membership exceeding 3,500...

This prestigious honor recognizes the AIA’s 100th President’s transformative tenure as AIA National President, her civic engagement, and her dedication to equitable and trailblazing leadership. FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE  Media Contact: David Chase, (312) 376-2745, dchase@aiachicago.org  December 2, 2025, CHICAGO – AIA Chicago, one of the largest and most influential local chapters of The American Institute of Architects with a membership...

The AIA Chicago chapter Board of Directors is the representative leadership body elected by the local membership each year. All AIA Chicago members in good standing are eligible to be nominated or self-nominate for an open position on the Board of Directors. Open positions and calls for nominations were sent to members in September of 2024. ...