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Special Features
Making No Small Plans: Learning from New York City
What can Chicago learn from the complex and very public planning effort to rebuild the area devastated by the destruction of the World Trade Center? On Saturday, June 28 at 1:00 p.m., Alexander Garvin, former vice president planning, design and development of the Lower Manhattan Development Corp., will share his experience and insights. After his lecture, a panel consisting of Thomas Beeby, FAIA of Hammond Beeby Rupert Ainge Inc.; Linda Searl, FAIA of Searl and Associates; Marilyn Thomas, FAIA of Skidmore, Owings & Merrill LLP; Blair Kamin of the Chicago Tribune; and Lee Bey, deputy chief of staff to Mayor Richard Daley, will respond to his comments. Register here.
A.R.E. Graphic Divisions: Review and Mock Exams
Norman Dorf, AIA, a developer of the computerized Architect Registration Exam, presents a three-day crash course on the Graphic Divisions of the exam, widely considered the most difficult parts of the test. Click here for details and a registration form.

Looking for a review class for the General Structures and Lateral Forces divisions? AIA Chicago is planning such a class for later in the year. Watch www.aiachicago.org and Focus for details!
The Emerging Horizon: Where Design Meets Complementary and Alternative Medicine
Through a series of eight interactive learning sessions that include tours and events by leading healthcare professionals, planners and designers, the Healthcare PIA of AIA Chicago explores how integrative medicine and an environment supportive of a holistic approach can achieve effective outcomes. Call AIA Chicago at 312/670-7770 for a complete brochure. Print a registration form here.
2003 Design Excellence Awards
A virtual exhibition of the winners of AIA Chicago's annual awards program. Includes a catalog of all submissions and an archive of past awards.
2002 Professional Excellence Awards
The presentation of the Firm Award, Young Architect Award and Distinguished Service Award.

Upcoming Event(s)

Young Architects Getting Together
Thurs., June 5, 5:30 p.m.; Monk’s Pub, 203 W. Lake St.
Sponsor: Young Architects PIA
 Learn about upcoming events and get involved with community service projects. Questions: hollyjcoulter@yahoo.com.

Expanding the Northeast Illinois Rail System
Wed., June 11, 12:00 noon; AIA Chicago
Sponsor: Planning & Urban Affairs PIA
Jeffrey Ladd, chairman of Metra, will discuss Metra’s plans for the future, the impact of mass transit on the region, and design opportunities. Bring your lunch. 1 LU/HSW

Other calendar events


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The Care of Trees
Digital Imaging Resources
Hill Mechanical Group
Lightology
Marsh, Inc
Okrent Associates Inc.
Querrey & Harrow - Attorneys for the Architectural Profession
USG Corporation
Vertex Graphics
The Walsh Group
For more information on becoming a Web site sponsor, e-mail or call Susan
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