Wisconsin Architects Foundation

Meet Stacey Keller AIA NOMA NCARB – a licensed architect and Senior Historic Architect at InSite Consulting Architects (ICA) in Madison, Wisconsin. If you’re part of Wisconsin’s architecture community (and beyond!), chances are you’ve met Stacey—she seems to know everyone because she has a hand in everything! From co-founding the AIA Wisconsin Architect Mentor Program (AMP) to serving as the incoming 2025 AIA Wisconsin Vice President and recently being named the 2024 Golden Award Recipient, Stacey’s dedication to AIA Wisconsin shines through in every project she takes on. Her journey in architecture began at UWM's School of Architecture & Urban Planning, where a Wisconsin Architects Foundation (WAF) scholarship helped support her path as a leader in the field. Last year, we sat down with Stacey to hear her story firsthand. Dive into her journey and the role WAF played in her career in our full interview: https://lnkd.in/ez6bfcau ?? With WAF President David Peterson, AIA Emeritus, pledging to match every donation dollar-for-dollar up to $30,000, your contribution has double the impact! We’re working toward our $70,000 goal, and every bit counts to help us reach it by the end of 2024. Join us in supporting future architects, and help us unlock the full match! ?? Visit donatetowaf.org to donate today. ??

?? Celebrate 70 Years of the Wisconsin Architects Foundation (WAF) with us! WAF President Dave Peterson, AIA Emeritus, has pledged to match every donation, up to $30,000, through the end of 2024. With our goal set at $70,000, your support is crucial to helping us reach this milestone. If each of our 1,600+ members donates just $25, we’ll unlock the full match AND reach our $70k goal—and your gift will have double the impact! Now is the time to make a difference. Hear from Dave himself on what inspired this incredible pledge: "The Wisconsin Architects Foundation (WAF) is celebrating 70 years this year, so I will match every member donation up to $30,000 to help raise $70,000 to celebrate its support of the profession in many ways. Why am I doing this? Let me explain why.? ? Architecture has been good to me. It began when Edward Sovik, FAIA, St. Olaf’s college architect, Northfield, MN, taught a few architectural courses I decided to take.? After graduating with Art and Chemistry majors, I enrolled at the University of Illinois’ School of Architecture. [The] Vietnam War came calling. Two years later I returned. I was surprised to learn that vets received full tuition. I also had GI benefits too. So my EDUCATION was FREE.?? ? Around 1980 I was asked to teach a course in University of Wisconsin-Stout’s Construction Department. I ended up teaching part-time there until I retired in 2010. During my tenure, military service personnel from the Iraq War were in my classes.?They did not have the same deal I received. I contacted my local state Senator to help change the process. The law was changed and students started to receive free tuition in Wisconsin schools. I was very pleased to have students in my classes receiving this benefit.? ? I have enjoyed my time as a WAF board member. So, it’s my turn to give back to move WAF forward to support its goals. It could be your turn too." Donate today and help us unlock the full potential of the $30k match before the end of 2024! ?? Visit donatetowaf.org to donate today. ??

?? Tee Off for Tomorrow! ?? Join AIA Southwest Wisconsin this Thursday for an exciting evening at PinSeekers Deforest in support of the Wisconsin Architects Foundation (WAF)—our nonprofit branch dedicated to strengthening the architectural profession by empowering the next generation of designers. ???♀????♂? Come solo or rally your firm for a night of friendly competition, networking, and impact! Meet colleagues, make new connections, and enjoy the thrill of the game, all while contributing to a cause that makes a difference in the lives of future architects. Don’t miss this opportunity to swing for a stronger future in architecture. See you on the green for a night of fun, inspiration, and community! ? ?? Register: https://lnkd.in/g96Y7ZHT

Rally your firm for a night of fun and impact! Next Thursday, November 7, join AIA Southwest Wisconsin at PinSeekers in DeForest for a golf night supporting the Wisconsin Architects Foundation. Get the team together or come on your own and make some connections with friendly competition and networking, while supporting a great cause—don't miss it! ? ?? Register: https://lnkd.in/g8jTiZfB

?? Early Bird Gets the Worm- Conference Early Bird Registration Ends Soon! Take advantage of Early Bird Pricing to save $100 off the door price. Prices increase at midnight THIS Friday! Plus, gain access to our Conference-exclusive tours with your registration; tours are nearing capacity, register today to secure your spot for our FLW Burnham Block, Marquette Wellness + Helfaer Recreation Facility, or The Couture tours! ?? Register Today: https://lnkd.in/gFCQ69fG View Our Conference Schedule Here: https://lnkd.in/ghuttZ5t Conference Speakers: https://lnkd.in/dBATNH5e

? The 2024 Conference & Expo on Architecture Schedule is Live! ? ?? Load up on your Continuing Education Credits by choosing from more than 20 Breakout Seminars, carefully curated to emulate our 2024 Conference theme: 'Metamorphosis: The Future of Change with Technology, People, and the Profession.' ?? Explore diverse topics spanning Sustainability, Affordable Housing, Future Technologies, Evolving Career Paths, AI, DEI, and beyond. Dive into transformative presentations and discussions that will reshape your perspective on the future of the industry. ?? Click Here to review our Conference Schedule including our full lineup of Breakout Seminars: https://lnkd.in/ghuttZ5t Click Here to Register Today!: https://lnkd.in/gFCQ69fG

??Early Bird Registration is NOW OPEN for the 2024 AIA Wisconsin Conference & Expo on Architecture!?? ?? We're bringing the?AIA Wisconsin Conference & Expo on Architecture?back to Milwaukee for the first time in over?40 years!?With?80+ Expo Hall Exhibitors,?20+ Seminars, and?4 Accoladed Keynote Speakers, don't miss out on this incredible opportunity to explore and?embrace the evolution of technology and culture within the industry and beyond.?Join us in Milwaukee on May 15 & 16 for a conference that promises to inspire, empower, and shape the future of architecture. NEW this year,?we are offering a reduced conference registration rate to our?Emerging Professional Members?(those with ten years or less in the profession) to support their early career development and encourage their participation in our community. ????? Plus, register for speed mentoring and?first-come-first-serve limited-capacity tours! We look forward to seeing you in May! Register Here: https://lnkd.in/gFCQ69fG