What does ACSA mean in ARCHITECTURE

The Association of Collegiate Schools of Architecture (ACSA) is a global network of design professionals and academics that works to foster architectural education, research and practice. It provides leadership in the development and accreditation of professional degree programs in architecture, supports the development of faculty, encourages diversity among students and faculty, promotes creative exploration and innovation in curricular offerings, and advocates for advances in the environmental quality of schools of architecture.

Members have access to unique networking opportunities with design professionals from around the world. They also receive discounts on books, subscriptions to awards programs and recognition for academic excellence. Along with this, members gain access to information about upcoming conferences, workshops and professional development events.

To become an ACSA Member you must be employed full-time at an Architecture school accredited by the National Architectural Accrediting Board (NAAB). This includes teachers, researchers and staff members from these institutions. Once approved by your institution's representative to ACSA, you can pay your membership dues online or by check.

Students enrolled in NAAB accredited schools of architecture should consider becoming student members to take advantage of all the benefits offered by ACSA such as exclusive scholarships, competitions for internships/externships; opportunities to attend Annual Meetings at reduced rates; discounts from our corporate partners; as well as excellent career resources through our website.

Yes! Our advocacy efforts promote architectural education worldwide while supporting our mission—enhancing comprehensive knowledge to shape a more intelligent environment through architecture. We publish a magazine that serves as a forum for communication between those involved in architectural education throughout the world while providing assistance to other organizations dedicated toward improving architectural design.

Yes! Every year we offer scholarships specifically designed for architecture students who demonstrate outstanding achievement in areas such as leadership, community service or research. Additionally various competitions related to sustainability initiatives are held during our annual meetings where student teams present their projects for review.

We host several events annually including annual gatherings such as Annual Meeting & Design Conference which feature lectures from renowned architects who share their experience with attendees; research symposia presenting current topics related to design studies; exhibitions showcasing student work from across the country; workshops highlighting new technologies used in contemporary practices; award ceremonies celebrating innovative designs; along with several other types of events.

On our website visitors can find profiles and contact information for all our member schools along with continuing education courses available within each school's program area. Visitors are also able to search topics related to design theory & research through our library catalogue feature while keeping updated on latest news & events related to architecture by subscribing to our newsletter.

No! Our goal is not only serve United States based institutions but rather enhance educational opportunities all over the globe so aside from having numerous U.S members we have recently opened up board seats on various committees thus allowing international representation within our organization.

Yes! Our consultants work with leaders within universities across different countries providing advice regarding innovative approaches that benefit both curricular programs as well as overall campus life through seminars & workshops tailored according different topics related disciplines such as landscape design & urban planning among others.