AIAOC and Diocese of Orange Partner to Encourage Young Women in Architecture
An inter-disciplinary seminar at Rosary Academy seeks to inspire young women to embrace careers rooted in mathematics and science.
GARDEN GROVE, Calif., (Sept. 21, 2017) – The Roman Catholic Diocese of Orange, the American Institute of Architects / Orange County Chapter (AIAOC), and Rosary Academy have joined forces to launch “WOMEN IN ARCHITECTURE,” a new initiative to encourage young women to explore careers in architecture.
The partnership kicks off with a seminar at Rosary Academy open to all students in Orange County.
Event Details
- What: “WOMEN IN ARCHITECTURE” Seminar. A presentation about the professional field of architecture, the necessary skills and education, and the personal and professional benefits of the profession. The talk will be led by leading female architects from the Women in Architecture Committee of the AIAOC.
- When: Thursday, October 12, 2017, from 8:00 a.m. to 9:00 a.m.
- Where: Rosary Academy (1340 N. Acacia Ave. Fullerton, CA 92831)
- Who: The program is open to all students—regardless of school or gender.
A Partnership to Inspire the Next Generation
This new relationship aims to introduce architecture as a fulfilling career path for students skilled in math and science curricula.
Mark Paone, AIA, past president of AIAOC:
“Architecture is a fulfilling career; one that enables the creative mind to meld with the fundamentals demanded of mathematics and other science disciplines… We already know that women are well-suited to our profession hence our invitation to this event.”
Meghana Joshi, Assoc. AIA, Chair of the Women in Architecture Committee:
“Our goal is to introduce the idea that architecture is welcoming to women. Indeed, our professional ranks have seen a steady rise in women members as the allure of turning hard science and math combines with the creative mind, resulting in new concepts suited to the end-user’s needs while satisfying the architect’s own instinct and imagination.”
About the Organizers
- AIA Orange County (AIAOC): The local chapter of the American Institute of Architects, a professional organization offering education, advocacy, and public outreach to support the profession.
- The Roman Catholic Diocese of Orange: One of the nation’s leading Catholic communities, operating many schools across the County. Its Christ Cathedral campus features iconic buildings designed by world-renowned architects.
- Rosary Academy: A college preparatory Catholic girls high school established in 1965, where 100% of graduates pursue higher learning.
Contact Information
Pastoral Center: Communications Department
13280 Chapman Avenue, Garden Grove, CA 92840
Office: 714-282-3075
Fax: 714-282-3029