NOMA AZ

March Chapter Meeting - Social Event
2025-03-11 18:00 - 19:15 (America/Phoenix) | Moon Pie, 1001 N. Central Ave., Phoenix, AZ, 85004, United States
Members, are you interested in connecting with other NOMA members? Are you new to NOMA and are interested in joining? Come join us for the first Chapter Social of the year, sponsored by Arcadia.
This is an in-person-only event.
One free drink ticket will be given to NOMA members only, for the first hour. Appetizers will also be provided.
RSVP here.

James R. Rice Elementary Career Days
2025-03-06 08:00 - 2025-03-07 15:00 | James R. Rice Elementary, 4530 West Campbell Ave, Phoenix, AZ, 85031, United States
We need volunteers to visit the classrooms on Thursday and man the booth exhibit on Friday! Remember, that representation matters.
“Start where you are. Use what you have. Do what you can.”
-Arthur Ashe
For more information, please contact Omar Bailey at president@nomaarizona.org.

Project Tour - PALMTower
2025-02-28 12:00 - 13:00 | Palm Tower, 440 E. Van Buren St., Phoenix, AZ, 85004, United States
In collaboration with Will Bruder Architects, LJC/Clayco’s PALMtower is designed to be a distinctive addition to Phoenix’s urban skyline. This 352-unit residential tower transforms the entry sequence into the Arizona Center, making it the heart of the evolving neighborhood. The 28-story tower floats above a sculptural silver-clad parking podium, grounded by majestic palm trees and lush desert landscaping. PALMtower’s architecture and finishes have been developed and selected based on the region’s material, qualities, texture, distinctive character, and climate. The finishes include polished concrete floors, architectural concrete masonry walls with horizontal rustic ‘weeping’ mortar joints, and satin silver metal/louvers protecting generously glazed façades.
Attendees will gather at the corner of 5th Street and Van Buren, outside of the PALM tower lobby.
This event is limited to 15 people, so be sure to RSVP early and if you are unable to attend, please contact Cris Rueda at ruedac@theljc.com
Metered street parking is available along 5th St, additional paid parking available in the Arizona Center
Parking Garage (entrance is on 5th St).
RSVP here.

NOMAaz Career Fair 2025
2025-02-22 08:00 - 13:00 | DLR Architects, 6225 N 24th St # 250, Phoenix, AZ, 85016, United States
Join us for NOMA Arizona’s highly anticipated 5th Annual Career Fair. This event is your gateway to a world of possibilities! Connect with leading firms, explore internship and employment opportunities, and elevate your professional journey!
This hybrid event is open to students of Arizona State University, the University of Arizona, and The School of Architecture.
Breakfast will be provided. This is a free event.
For additional questions and information on participating, whether you are a student or a professional firm, please contact Brooke Manriquez at bmanriquez@arcadiainc.com
Thank you to DLR Group for hosting!
RSVP here.
The Zoom link to join virtual will be sent out one week prior to the event.

February Coffee Talk
2025-02-15 10:00 - 11:30 | Case Study Lounge, 4802 N. 16th Street, Phoenix, AZ, 85016, United States
Hello all and welcome to our first Coffee Talk of the Year! Just as couple of weeks in and 2025 has already been very eventful. There are climates anxieties, inauguration anxieties, world anxieties, oh my! So this coffee talk, we’d like to check in with you: how are you feeling? We welcome you to join us at Fair Trade Cafe at 10am to listen, share, and gather in community. See you then!

UPDATE: The location has changed and will now be at Case Study Coffee Lounge in Phoenix

About Case Study Coffee Lounge: This coffee shop started as a woodworking shop with coffee for their customers. Its popularity grew and now, Case Study Coffee Lounge offers both incredible coffee and wood work.

Where to meet: In the back seating area behind the main seating area. Check out our Instagram story the day of the event for specifics: NOMAarizona Instagram

What are Coffee Talks? Coffee Talks are a NOMAarizona monthly event. Order a warm or iced beverage of your choice from rotating cafe locations around the valley. In Coffee Talks, we come together to share, listen, and learn in a casual setting. This is a place where light and heavy topics can be discussed welcomingly while learning from different perspectives and joining in community. We encourage all to participate in the conversation as we explore many topics and coffee shops with NOMAarizona.

RSVP here.

If you have a topic/input/comments you’d like to chat about for coffee talks please click on this link: Your Coffee Talk Input

Day at the Capitol 2025 - AIA, NOMA, USGBC
2025-02-12 09:00 - 13:00 | Arizona State Capitol, 1700 W Washington St., Phoenix, AZ, 85007, United States
AIA Arizona is planning an Architect Advocacy Day at the Arizona State Capitol on Wednesday, February 12, 2025, once again in collaboration with USGBC and NOMA. Architect and Associate members are welcome to attend. This half-day event will be from morning through lunch with legislators in the Historic Senate Chamber. If you are interested in attending and representing your profession, please RSVP by January 31, 2025.
Participating is simply a matter of being present to represent your profession. You do not need to be an expert at government affairs or the legislative process. Further information will be provided for attendees. Know that we may limit the number of attendees based on capacity for the lunch and logistics in planning.
Click here for additional information.

February Chapter Meeting
2025-02-11 18:00 - 19:15 | Shepley Bulfinch, 3443 North Central Avenue, Phoenix, AZ, 85012, United States
This meeting will focus on “Support” and our guest speaker will be member Alisa Santiago.
Support: Humans are pack animals in an age of individualism and loneliness. As we frequently face stress, burnout, and overwhelm, it’s important to connect back to our layers of support for we’re stronger together.
Thank you to Shepley Bulfinch for being our hosts!

Zoom/virtual link (if applicable) Zoom

https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/Zp6u0DxfRf-6NnW2mN6KDw
Meeting ID: 890 4623 7107

RSVP here

Community Service Event - Feed My Starving Children
2025-01-25 16:45 - 18:15 | Feed My Starving Children, 1100 West Grove Parkway, Tempe, AZ, 85283, United States
Make a difference and help fight global hunger!
Join NOMAarizona for a meaningful volunteer event at Feed My Starving Children (FMSC), where we will work together to prepare nutritious meal packs for children in need worldwide. Each meal you pack will be sent to children in crisis, helping to combat hunger and malnutrition. Let’s come together and have a good time while also helping a great cause.
Spaces are limited, so be sure to sign up early! We hope to see you there!
RSVP Here
If you have questions, please contact Brooke Manriquez bmanriquez@arcadiainc.com

ACE Mentorship Program
2025-01-23 08:00 - 2025-01-30 17:00 | AZ
Inspire the next generation! NOMAarizona is teaming up with the ACE Mentorship Program to empower high school students and build a more inclusive future. Join us in making a difference by volunteering at one of 7 schools in the valley. Together, we’ll design, dream, and pave the way forward. You can volunteer for one or two sessions.
Email Cris Rueda ruedac@theljc.com or visit acementoraz.org for additional information and to get registered as a mentor. Let’s make an impact, one session at a time! #MentorshipMatters #VolunteerForChange #InspireFutureLeaders

January Chapter Meeting - Best Practices for Specifications w/CSI Panelists
2025-01-14 18:00 - 19:15 | DLR Group, 6225 N 24th St # 250, Phoenix, AZ, 85016, United States
Happy New Year!
Join us for our first chapter meeting of 2025! We will have guests from CSI to discuss best practices for writing specifications. There will be a short presentation, followed by a panel discussion with two guests from CSI moderated by current CSI Phoenix Chapter President, Brooke Manriquez.
Guest CSI Speakers:

Robin E. Snyder, CSI, CCS, Assoc. AIA, LEED AP
Jon Hammond, CCS, CSI, AIA, SCIP, LEED AP

In Person RSVP here
Zoom link to join virtually:
https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/Zp6u0DxfRf- 6NnW2mN6KDw
o Meeting ID: 890 4623 7107

December Chapter Meeting
2024-12-10 18:00 - 19:15 | Merge Architectural Group, 555 E. Fillmore, Phoenix, AZ, 85004, United States
Join us for our last chapter meeting of the year, hosted at Merge Architectural Group.
We will recap the year, discuss the 5-year Strategic Plan for NOMA Arizona, and look forward to what’s coming in 2025!
Check back for more details and the link to RSVP!
RSVP Here
This will be a hybrid meeting.
http://o https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83114512683
Meeting ID: 831 1451 2683

Home Cooking Away from Home
2024-11-23 17:00 - 21:00 | Shepley Bulfinch, 3443 North Central Avenue, Phoenix, AZ, 85012, United States
Hey NOMA Family! It’s that time again for our annual Home Cooking Away from Home event!
This year we decided to take it back to the old school and make this a potluck event like we used to do back in the day! The idea is to share a dish that represents your unique culture or simply reminds you of home, wherever that may be. There will be music from the one and only Grandmaster Boomer, and Shepley Bulfinch has been so kind to host. This event is open to all NOMA members, their family, and anyone who would like to get to know us a little better. Our only ask is that you bring a dish to share.
See the link to the Google Doc to sign up to bring an entree, dessert, drink, etc.
Food sign-up list
This is a link to label cards for your dish, so that you can indicate key ingredients in case of food allergies.
Dish label cards
This is an in-person only event, so please RSVP here, so that we have an idea of head count.
Parking is free. Refer to the map. Shepley Bulfinch’s office is in the south rotunda closest to Central and Osborn.

November Coffee Talk - NOMA for the Holidays!
2024-11-16 10:00 - 11:30 | Hidden Gem, 7017 E McDowell Rd, Scottsdale, AZ, 85257, United States
Hello all and welcome to our final Coffee Talk of the Year!

The holiday season is approaching, and we want to take the time to wind down and come together one last time before we disperse with our family and friends for the season! Our topic this month is about: Family, Things that people experience & go through within Parenthood, the Holidays, and ‘What do coffee talks mean to you?’ at Hidden Gem in Scottsdale. We’d love to welcome and have you there on November 16th @10am to listen and share your knowledge, thoughts, and experiences with us and others. See you then!

About Hidden Gem: Hidden Gem is a small cafe and eatery that serves various drinks, light snacks, and brunch located off McDowell Road within the Papago Motor Hotel.
Cost: It’s free! We just ask that you purchase a beverage or food from Hidden Gem as a way to support local businesses!
What are Coffee Talks? Coffee Talks are a NOMAarizona monthly event. Order a warm or iced beverage of your choice from rotating cafe locations around the valley. In Coffee Talks, we come together to share, listen, and learn in a casual setting. This is a place where light and heavy topics can be discussed welcomingly while learning from different perspectives and joining in community. We encourage all to participate in the conversation as we explore many topics and coffee shops with NOMAarizona.

Follow up: At each Coffee Talk, the facilitators take notes. Individual stories and names are not included in the notes to maintain the confidentiality of each person. These notes are used to create a recap to post to the NOMAarizona website as a tool for others to learn from and observe new perspectives.
If you have a topic/input/comments you’d like to chat about for coffee talks please click on this link: Your Coffee Talk Input

RSVP through Eventbrite

NOMAarizona Annual Planning Meeting - November
2024-11-09 08:30 - 13:00 | LJC, 4300 E. Camelback Rd. Suite 300, Phoenix, AZ, 85018, United States
NOMA Family!
Please come out on Saturday, November 9th for our annual planning meeting to discuss the 2025 plans for our chapter! This is your opportunity to provide valuable input on upcoming events such as chapter meeting topics, professional development seminars, project tours, and the overall mission of NOMA Arizona to make sure that we are meeting the needs of our membership. Please take note that this will replace our regular November chapter meeting.
We will begin gathering at Lamar Johnson Collaborative at 8:30am, for networking, food, and an office tour highlighting biophilia design solutions.
The planning meeting will officially begin at 9:00am sharp.
RSVP in-person
Although we highly encourage you to join in-person, this will be a hybrid meeting. Please see the Zoom link to join virtually.

https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84751833600
Meeting ID: 847 5183 3600

Park inside the parking garage located in the same building as The Bergen (apartments) and follow signs to 4300 office building. Request elevator to the third floor (Clayco/LJC) Parking will be validated.

November Project Tour - MOONTOWER
2024-11-08 12:00 - 13:00 | Moon Tower, 811 N. 3rd Street, Phoenix, 85004, United States
Don’t miss the MoonTower tour with our very own Omar Bailey from Shepley Bulfinch on Friday, November 8th from noon-1pm.
Explore the new addition to the Roosevelt Row Art District. A project that invites the community to gather and blurs the line between a public and private lobby. This project meets LEED Silver standards and aligns with Phoenix’s Walkable Urban Code and Sustainability Bonus System. Experience well-lit shaded pedestrian areas, permeable pavers, bike parking, art installations, and more!
We will meet outside the main entry at 12pm noon sharp and walk through the level 24 amenity spaces, a couple of different units, the amenity spaces on level 9, and then finish with a walk-through the lobby.
The maximum capacity for this tour is 16 people, so be sure to RSVP here and if for some reason you are unable to make it, please email us at president@nomaarizona.org
There is metered street parking available.

Professional Development Seminar "Strategies to Winning Projects in the Municipal Sector"
2024-10-30 18:00 - 18:30 | AZ
Join Founding Member Gary J. Nelson, AIA, NOMA, Architect for the City of Phoenix Office of the Engineer, for an enlightening discussion on navigating the Municipal sector. Gary will share his firsthand experience and delve into projects in the pipeline and key trends shaping the field. This session promises valuable insights into the evolving landscape of municipal architecture and engineering.
The Phoenix metro area is one of the fastest-growing communities in the US. As a result, cities need to expand their facilities that serve their constituents (e.g., community centers, offices, municipal facilities).
The increase of opportunities calls for design professionals to have strategic approaches to being selected for projects. This seminar will provide some tips in public sector business development and marketing, from does and don’ts in generating Statement of Qualifications to how to identify and prepare for upcoming opportunities in cities.
Gary J. Nelson is an architect for the CIty of Phoenix. Prior to joining the city, he has over 20 years in the private sector pursuing and winning municipal projects. He will provide advice to assist attendees in developing strategies and perform a self analysis on their approaches to winning work in the public sector.
This is a virtual-only event.
Join Zoom Meeting
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88923619838
Meeting ID: 889 2361 9838
RSVP here

October Coffee Talk - Hispanic Heritage Month and Indigenous People’s Month
2024-10-19 10:00 - 11:30 | Chilte at the Egyptian Hotel, 765 Grand Ave, Phoenix, AZ, 85007, United States
Hello all and welcome to the eighth Coffee Talk of the Year!

On October 19th, we will be celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month and Indigenous People’s Month. Every human here on earth is a product of the many people who came before them. With that comes many stories, knowing’s, and experiences. At this Coffee Talk, will be discussing our roots and lineages that each of us come from. Join us at Chilte in Phoenix at 10am to share your stories!

About Chilte: Chilte is a creative Mexican cuisine aiming to shake up the norm.

What are Coffee Talks? Coffee Talks are a NOMAarizona monthly event. Order a beverage of your choice from rotating cafe locations around the valley. In Coffee Talks, we come together to share, listen, and learn in a casual setting. This is a place where topics both light and heavy can be discussed welcomingly while learning from different perspectives and joining in community. We encourage all to join in the conversation as we explore many topics and coffee shops with NOMAarizona.

Follow up: At each Coffee Talk, the facilitators take notes. Individual stories and names are not included in the notes to maintain the confidentiality of each person. These notes are used to create a recap to post to the NOMAarizona website as a tool for others to learn from and observe new perspectives.
If you like to connect, suggest a topic, see our recaps, etc, click on this link: NOMAarizona Coffee Talks | Linktree

RSVP in person only

Parking: Most spots are reserved for hotel guests within the Egyptian parking lot but there is plenty of parking along Grande Ave.
Once you arrive: Look for the “NOMAarizona Coffee Talks” sign on the table and refer to our NOMAarizona Instagram story for our exact seating area.

Creative Solutions with Accessibility in Mind with Nanette Odell, Ed D.
2024-10-12 10:00 - 11:15 | The Reference Library, 99 E. Virginia Ave., Suite 140, Phoenix, AZ, 85004, United States
At this Professional Development seminar, we will be joined by Nanette Odell, Ed. D to discuss:
“How to integrate accessible design seamlessly in a project. Creative solutions with accessibility in mind.” This seminar will be worth 1.0 HSW CEU
Free parking is available on the east side of the building.
RSVP In-Person
Virtual Link

Annual Members Meeting - Guest Speaker Anthony Floyd, FAIA "Elevating Excellence - A Path to AIA Fellowship"
2024-10-08 18:00 - 19:15 | Orcutt Winslow, 2929 N Central Ave 11th floor, Phoenix, AZ, 85012, United States
Join us at our October Annual Member’s meeting, where we will hear from NOMA Founding Member, Anthony Floyd, FAIA, as he shares his insight on the path to AIA Fellowship, the highest honor awarded to AIA Members. Anthony has a unique role at the City of Scottsdale where he is the Senior Green Building Advisor and Energy Code Consultant.
In addition, the Executive Board voting will be closing at 6:30pm on Tuesday, October 8th. You should have received a separate email with a link to our online voting system. This email has a unique access key which can only be used once and keeps your personal identification anonymous. If you have any questions on the election procedures, please contact Luis Cruz-Martinez at parliamentarian@nomaarizona.org.
Thank you to our friends at Orcutt Winslow for hosting!
This will be a hybrid meeting.
RSVP In-person
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September Coffee Talk - "The Realm of Awkward"
2024-09-28 10:00 - 11:30 | Spencer’s Place, 15341 W. Waddell Road, B101, Surprise, AZ, 85379, United States
We will be gathering to discuss The Realm of Awkward: How to navigate uncomfortable conversations, the hidden language of code-switching, and lonely experiences. The human experience within a world of many different views and experiences can occasionally lead us to awkward moments and even moments of feeling “othered.” It can be hard to navigate, but in NOMA, we know that “Our Strength is Our Diversity.” There is much to discuss about The Realm of Awkward within the human experience and we hope you join us at Spencer’s Place in Surprise!

About Spencer’s Place: Spencer’s Place is a bistro named after Spencer, a hard-working individual with Down syndrome. Spencer’s Place employs people with intellectual and developmental disabilities and aims to create a safe and stable environment for all to thrive while connecting with the community.

What are Coffee Talks? Coffee Talks are a NOMAarizona monthly event. Order a beverage of your choice from rotating cafe locations around the valley. In Coffee Talks, we come together to share, listen, and learn in a casual setting. This is a place where topics both light and heavy can be discussed welcomingly while learning from different perspectives and joining in community. We encourage all to join in the conversation as we explore many topics and coffee shops with NOMAarizona.

Follow up: At each Coffee Talk, the facilitators take notes. Individual stories and names are not included in the notes to maintain the confidentiality of each person. These notes are used to create a recap to post to the NOMAarizona website as a tool for others to learn from and observe new perspectives.
If you like to connect, suggest a topic, see our recaps, etc, click on this link: NOMAarizona Coffee Talks | Linktree

RSVP here

Justice, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion in Real Life Presented by NOMA Arizona and AIA Phoenix Metro
2024-09-26 16:00 - 17:15 | AZ
This session is part of a series of informal, off-the record discussions of how each region is tackling J.E.D.I. initiatives. This is a collaborative ongoing event with AIA Northern Virginia, AIA Seattle, AIA St. Louis, NOMA Arizona, and AIA Phoenix Metro. Join AIA Connecticut’s session to hear more about the history of our J.E.D.I. Knowledge Community, the J.E.D.I. Challenge, and what EDI in 2024 looks like for us. There will be time for open discussion to hear from attendees about their experiences and initiatives, or if they have questions for us.
Virtual only
Register Here

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NOMA Arizona 2024 Design Competition Information Session
2024-09-11 17:00 - 18:00 | AZ
There will be a virtual information session with Jamie Nollette, co-founder of Pipeline Worldwide. He will give a brief presentation on the origin of Lonyl Village (the site of the competition) to discuss the design aesthetic of the village. This is a great opportunity for teams to hear about the original concept of the village to generate ideas for your submission.
RSVP Here for the Information Session. Virtual only.

September Chapter Meeting - We're Heading to Tucson!
2024-09-10 18:00 - 19:15 | BWS Architects, 261 N Court Ave,, Tucson, AZ, 85701, United States
Still on Mission!
Catching up with Sam Gomez…At this meeting, we will check in with our brother Sam Gomez, founder and Executive Director of The Sagrado Galleria. We will see how his mission is progressing, and get an update on his recent projects, and his recovery from the Portland incident. We will also have important information about the upcoming elections. Thank you to our gracious host, BWS Architects!
Before the chapter meeting, beginning at 5:00pm, we will be touring a project by member Luis Cruz-Martinez. See the “Events” calendar for more information.
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Reach out to your fellow NOMA family and arrange to carpool!
Parking:
There is a private parking lot that can accommodate about 12 cars, but there is plenty of street parking is available in this area. Parking is free after 5pm.

Project Tour - University of Arizona Arts Alley Renovations
2024-09-10 17:00 - 17:30 | University of Arizona CAPLA, 1040 Olive Rd., Tucson, AZ, 85719, United States
Member and Project Architect, Luis Cruz-Martinez, AIA, NOMA, of RSP Architects, will lead the tour of Arts Alley. The desire is that attendees learn that creating space for the arts is key, and the more dense the environment, the overall site design is essential to the urban fabric. The tour will be 30-45 minutes and is a 15-minute drive from BWS, the location of the chapter meeting. The alley is between the Arts building and the Marroney Theater.
Attendees will meet at the stairs in front of CAPLA, see the map. There is a parking structure, 1140 N. Park Ave Tucson, AZ 85721, Park Avenue Garage, north of the site and you will walk below Speedway to get to the destination.
We recommend reaching out to your fellow NOMA family to carpool.
RSVP here

August Chapter Meeting- "Still on Mission" Catching up with Sam Gomez of The Sagrado
2024-08-13 18:00 - 19:15 | TriARC, 1934 E. Camelback Rd. Ste 200, Phoenix, AZ, 85016, United States
At this meeting, we will check in with our brother Sam Gomez, founder and Executive Director of The Sagrado Galleria. We will see how his mission is progressing, and get an update on his recent projects, and his recovery from the Portland incident. We will also have important information about the upcoming elections. Thank you to our gracious host, triARC Architecture & Design, for sharing your space.
Note: The office is on the 2nd floor; however, at the base of the stairs there is a doorbell which will give people access to the elevator if they may need it.
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Project Pipeline - Summer Camp
2024-07-19 08:00 - 14:30 | Clayco/ Lamar Johnson Collaborative, 4300 E Camelback Rd. Suite 300, Phoenix, AZ, 85018, United States
Project Pipeline is a national program established by the National Organization of Minority Architects (NOMA) to empower students of color to affect change in their community through design. Using their environment as the classroom and connecting students to local architects and planners, we foster the next generation of design professionals, civic leaders, and change makers. We advocate for fellowship, equity, and excellence in design.
We want to connect students that are underrepresented in the design field with local professionals. Our program better prepares students for high school, college and life beyond. Through Project Pipeline, students grasp the significance of architecture in their daily lives, as well as the broader cultural, social, and historical implications. They develop the skills and tools to contribute to their community critically and constructively.
NOMAarizona Chapter’s Project Pipeline camp will be located in Phoenix and is a two full day program where we guide students through all stages of design using thought-provoking and fun exercises. Students investigate through drawing, model building, analyze through diagramming and research. By the program’s conclusion, students present a fully realized project that addresses an issue in their city.
All materials and food will be provided for the students.
Qualifying students must be enrolled in 6th, 7th or 8th Grade for Fall of 2024
Register here

NOMA AZ Hoops + Heat: Phoenix Mercury Meet-up
2024-06-16 12:00 - 14:30 | Footprint Center, 201 E. Jefferson Street, Phoenix, AZ, 85004, United States
Hey NOMA Family! Let’s get together and cheer on the Phoenix Mercury!
Join us for a fun afternoon on Sunday, June 16 at noon, to watch the Phoenix Mercury take on the Seattle Storm at the Footprint Center. This will be a fun time to hang with fellow NOMA members and their families and friends and enjoy an exciting basketball game.
In order for NOMA AZ to receive discounted ticket pricing, we have to submit our ticket order one month in advance of the event.
Tickets were pre-purchased.

Coffee Talk - How War Impacts Humanity
2024-06-15 10:00 - 11:30 | AZ
At this current moment in time, there is a war between Palestine and Israel, Ukraine and Russia, and many more around the globe. We will meet in a private conference at this coffee shop welcoming all to talk of feelings, observations, questions, and so on about the impact of war on humanity.
This Coffee Talk will be available to NOMA members and students only. Details will be sent to members via a separate email.
We hope that with this Coffee Talk, we can all gather in the community to talk openly about this pressing topic and how it impacts humanity.

This will be our last Coffee Talk before our summer break July through August. Coffee Talks will begin again in September!

What are Coffee Talks? Coffee Talks are a NOMAarizona monthly event. Order a warm/iced beverage of your choice from rotating cafe locations around the valley. In Coffee Talks, we come together to share, listen, and learn in a casual setting. This is a place where topics both light and heavy can be discussed welcomingly while learning from different perspectives and joining in community. We encourage all to join in the conversation as we explore many topics and coffee shops with NOMAarizona.

Follow up: At each Coffee Talk, the facilitators take notes. Individual stories and names are not included in the notes to maintain the confidentiality of each person. These notes are used to create a recap to post to the NOMAarizona website as a tool for others to learn from and observe new perspectives.
If you have a topic/input/comments you’d like to chat about for coffee talks please click on this link: Your Coffee Talk Input

June Chapter Meeting - NOMAS Showcase "Visions in Architecture"
2024-06-11 18:00 - 19:15 | SmithGroup, 455 N. Third St. Suite 250, Phoenix, AZ, 85004, United States
Join us at the June chapter meeting, at Smithgroup, as NOMAS students from Arizona-based architecture schools will showcase their architectural projects from the Spring 2024 semester. This is a unique opportunity to witness a diverse array of innovative designs and concepts that reflect the creativity and hard work of our NOMAS students.
Student presentations:

Brad Hughes – 4th year ASU
Olivia Webb – 3rd year ASU
Sami Matienzo + David Zamora– 3rd year ASU
Elizabeth Partida – 2nd year ASU
Diego Lopez – 3rd year ASU
Francisco Zazueta – UofA

Parking info : 1 hour guest parking validation for the AZ Center Parking Garage SmithGroup Map 2024
Be sure to RSVP, so we have a proper headcount for refreshments!
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John R. Williams Scholarship Application Deadline
2024-06-01 | AZ
The NOMA AZ John Williams Memorial Scholarship is intended to promote the benefits of diversity within the student bodies of design schools by providing financial assistance to a student that most embodies the spirit of NOMA AZ’s core mission: Create a team of students and professionals who want to inspire and empower under-served communities in Arizona, regardless of socio-economic status, culture, language, race, religion, national origin, ethnicity, disability, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, or age.
We strive to increase the number of minorities and women in our profession in general, but especially in positions of leadership and influence by supporting their professional development. We want our organization to be a valuable resource that is welcoming, reliable, socially and environmentally progressive, and which encourages fellowship across disciplines.
This scholarship is not need-based but rather merit-based. Arizona residency is not required.
Submittal Deadline: June 1, 2024
Scholarships are awarded on July 1, 2024
Scholarship Application Criteria
