Overview
The College of Architecture and the University offer numerous resources through different campus offices to assist students with a variety of needs. They include the following resource areas: Academic Resources, Student Organizations, Career Resources, Professional Organizations, and Health & Wellness.
Academic Resources
Academic Advisors
All Undergraduate and Graduate students are assigned an Academic Advisor, a member of the faculty in the College of Architecture. Your advisor is your primary resource for academic questions and for course selection each semester.
Student Organizations
The College of Architecture has several very active student organizations that are chapters of national professional organizations. Chapter activities and events range from professional development panels, to social events, to office visits, tours, conferences and guest lectures. Follow the CoA student organizations on Instagram to keep informed about their activities and learn how to join.
IIT Arquitectos
Arquitectos, Inc. is a non-profit organization whose mission is to "Provide Development, Mentorship, Community Assistance and further Enrich the architectural profession through different cultural views and practices." Established in 1985 by a small group of Latino professionals, their goal is to become a valuable resource for Latino & Latina architects—offering opportunities for career and professional development. The organization continues to provide professional support and has expanded to include two undergraduate student chapters in the Chicago area.
Career Resources
Our strong partnerships with employers, alumni, faculty, and other university stakeholders ensure the career readiness of our students. In addition to the University’s significant career advising resources, the College maintains an Assistant Dean for Professional Development to work directly with architecture students. Additionally, our strong partnerships with employers, alumni, faculty, and other university stakeholders support student career-readiness. Our vision is to be the hub for career education, career development, and professional experience.
The College of Architecture hosts regular informational sessions and panels on professional topics such as the architectural licensing process. The College works with Career Services to support the architecture Career Fair each semester and disseminates information about job opportunities through the CoA Opportunities Google Group (open to all current students and alumni of the College of Architecture). Approval is needed to join the Google Group.
For Students & Alumni
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Job Postings
The College disseminates information about job opportunities via its CoA Student Opportunities Google Group. This group is open to current students and alumni of the IIT College of Architecture, and requires approval to join.
Current students and alumni are encouraged to attend our career events. No registration is required.
Networking
Get in touch with members of IIT College of Architecture's alumni community through our LinkedIn page. The page requires approval to join.
Professional Organizations
The following list of architecture professional associations and organizations is a key resource for those interested in pursuing professional development and connecting with Architecture professionals. Membership in architecture professional associations and organizations is a great way to build your resume and augment your credentials and qualifications.
- American Institute of Architects (AIA)
- American Institute of Architectural Students (AIAS)
- The National Organization of Minority Architects (NOMA)
- National Council of Architectural Registration Boards (NCARB)
- Association of Collegiate Schools of Architecture (ACSA)
- Association of Licensed Architects (ALA)
- Society of American Registered Architects (SARA)
Health & Wellness
Student Health & Wellness Center
The Student Health & Wellness Center (SHWC) provides a variety of services including health service, counseling services, crisis services, and wellness resources. They also oversee the insurance, immunization and student assistance programs.
Additional Resources
Office of Global Services (OGS)
International students should bookmark this site to access the ISS portal, forms, CPT and OPT information and other policies and information that they may need during their enrollment at IIT.