sam halley named AIA Fellow
March 10
The honor of Fellow is conferred on architects with at least 10 years of membership in the AIA who have made significant contributions in the following areas: the aesthetic, scientific, and practical efficiency of the profession; the standards of architectural education, training, and practice; the building industry through leadership in the AIA and other related professional organizations; advancement of living standards of people through an improved environment; and to society through significant public service.
Sam, who received this recognition for his service and leadership in the AIA, has served in many capacities in the AIA, including president of both his chapter and state organizations. Also active in his community, Sam founded and was president of his neighborhood association for eight years, was active at the University of Kentucky, served on many non-profit boards and even served on the Lexington-Fayette Urban City Council.
Throughout the years, AIA has recognized Sam’s extraordinary leadership. He was presented the highest award that AIA Kentucky bestows, the C. Julian Oberwarth Award (equivalent to AIA’s Gold Medal) in 1992 for his “ . . . long-standing commitment to the betterment of the profession.” He won the AIA Kentucky Distinguished Service Award in 1986. He also received the AIA Student Medal upon his graduation from the University of Kentucky School of Architecture in 1966. Read more about Sam's career achievements.
Sam will be invested in the College of Fellows at the 2010 AIA National Convention and Design Exposition in Miami on June 11.
Check out the press release from the American Institute of Architects