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Committee on Architecture for Education

CAE
For people interested in the design of educational, cultural, and recreation facilities
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About Us

The Committee on Architecture for Education (CAE) is concerned with the quality and design of all types of educational, cultural, and recreational facilities. It is a forum for architects, educators, and civic leaders that promotes the exchange of ideas, best practices, and resources around learning environment design, and connection between school design and local neighborhoods.

Our Leadership

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Joseph McCoy, AIA

2025 Co-Chair
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Matt Waguespack, AIA

2025 Co-Chair

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10/21/2025

Don’t Delay, Complete Your Continuing Education Requirements Today!

As the end of the year draws near, it’s easy to get sidetracked by deadlines and approaching holiday festivities. This is a reminder, so you don’t fall behind on fulfilling your continuing education requirements! You’ve worked so hard, the last thing you want is for either your AIA designation or your architecture license to lapse because you are a few
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10/19/2025

Strength in Advocacy: How the PAC Supports Virginia Architects

Since 2018 the AIA Virginia Political Action Committee (PAC) has been working hard to educate firms and members about the role the PAC plays in establishing relationships with state legislators. As a result of increased investments from members and firm leaders, along with the Committee’s concerted efforts, the PAC has expanded its capacity to forge strategic partnerships and proactively support
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09/20/2025

Open Call for New Committee Volunteers

As we enter the home stretch of 2025, we are proud of the incredible work being championed by our amazing members. In order to continue advocating for architecture and amplifying the power of design, our committees are looking for fresh energy and talent to support these efforts. In the section below, you will find descriptions of open volunteer opportunities across

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