Goal: to promote and encourage students to enter the field of architecture and at the same time recognize those students demonstrating outstanding abilities and potential as future licensed architects. A single or multiple award(s) is presented to college students who are West Virginia residents and in their third year, or equivalent, of an accredited school of architecture. Graduate students in a Master of Architecture program are also eligible. A specific award is given to an architectural student who demonstrates his/her ability to develop project concepts utilizing sustainable principles, alternative energy systems or new technologies for environment systems in an integrated manner. Students in accredited programs may request an application after August 15. Completed applications are due November 15 each year. Awards are distributed the following January. To request application information please call AIA-WV headquarters.