KU Design Professional Lecture Series: Matthias Pliessnig 

6:00PM | Wescoe 3140 

Matthias Pliessnig is a furniture designer whose work employs computer-aided fabrication and handcraft to create expressively sculptural chairs and benches primarily with steam-bent wood strips. Pliessnig’s work has been exhibited and collected by the Museum of Art and Design in New York and the Smithsonian American Museum and featured in publications that include Architectural Record, Dwell, Forbes, and Interior Design. 

Architecture Lecture Series: Doug Wignall 

4:30PM | Marvin Forum 

In his lecture, Doug Wignall, FAIA and President of HDR’s global architecture practice, will reflect on a 35-year career in the architecture industry and explore why, despite the rise of technology, architects’ roles as innovative thinkers and empathetic designers are more vital than ever.

LibArt: Student Art in the Libraries

LibArt: Student Art in the Libraries is a year-long juried exhibition organized and sponsored by KU Libraries. Students from all majors and backgrounds are encouraged to submit their artwork for a chance to exhibit their work inside the libraries’ public spaces and win cash awards totaling $5,000.

Submission deadline: April 6, 2026.

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The 2026 AIA National Photography Competition 

The competition is open to all architects and architectural students across the country.  Top-awarded photographs receive a cash prize and included is the Student Award, specifically awarded to an entry from architectural student photographer.  Architectural Record is the Media Sponsor of the competition, and they announce all the recognized images nationally and display the top-awarded photographs at their booth at the AIA National Conference, which will take place in San Diego this coming year.   

Submission deadline: April 15, 2026.   

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BWBR Portfolio Scholarship 

BWBR is offering a $2,500 portfolio scholarship to 4th and 5th year students in a NAAB-accredited architectural program. Students should submit a completed application form along with their portfolio. 

Application Deadline: March 15, 2026 

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2026 Gensler Opportunity Scholarship + Design Challenge  
Architecture students who will begin their final year in the Fall of 2026 are eligible to apply. Five $10,000 tuition scholarships will be awarded. 

Application Deadline: March 15, 2026 

Info & Apply  

Springfield Area Foundation for Architecture Scholarship 

Administered by the Community Foundation of the Ozarks, applications are open for the 2026–2027 academic year. This scholarship awards a $900.00 scholarship for an undergraduate student entering third, fourth, or fifth year in Architecture. Must have GPA of 3.0 or above; submit transcript. Must submit a copy of driver's license, demonstrate financial need; submit FAFSA-SAI. Portfolio & Essay required.

Must be from one of the following Missouri counties: Barry, Barton, Camden, Cedar, Christian, Dade, Dallas, Douglas, Greene, Hickory, Jasper, Laclede, Lawrence, McDonald, Newton, Ozark, Polk, Pulaski, St. Clair, Stone, Taney, Vernon, Webster or Wright 

Application deadline: March 16, 2026 

Questions: email Holly Ritchison or Beth Hersh; or call 417-864-6199. 

See application instructions & Apply  

Chicago Committee of High Rise Buildings (CCHRB) Scholarship 

The CCHRB funds an annual scholarship program to support eligible students at any college or university program, with an alumnus who serves as a member of the committee. Areas of study which qualify include, but are not necessarily limited to architecture, engineering, construction management, and real estate. Graduate students are eligible; highly qualified senior and junior-level undergraduate students are also encouraged to apply. You must have at least one, and preferably two, semesters remaining. 

Deadline: March 31, 2026 

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Kansas City Architectural Foundation Scholarship 

Kansas City Architectural Foundation awards more than $50,000 a year in scholarships to metro-area students pursuing a degree in architecture. Applications are due each spring and awarded at an annual ceremony in August. Scholarship application is posted on this page each year. These scholarships are funded through contributions to KCAF from generous companies, individuals, and organizations. 

Deadline: April 10, 2026 

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The AIA St. Louis Scholarship Fund 

The AIA St. Louis Scholarship Fund offers opportunities for students that are born or raised in the AIA St. Louis region and are studying architecture in their third, fourth, fifth year or performing graduate work at an NAAB accredited school of architecture (the University may be located anywhere in the US).  Students will be asked to complete and application and if they meet the criteria, we will contact them to schedule a personal interview between the applicant and the Scholarship Fund Committee.  

Application deadline: July 1st, 2026  

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KUltura Zine - Open Call for Submissions 

ArcD’s student led KUltura Initiative is now accepting work for its first test print. All students and staff in the School of Architecture & Design are invited to submit ideas, research, creative projects, writing, or any other type of media that contributes to ongoing conversations in architecture and design. KUltura aims to highlight student perspectives, build a collaborative network across the school, and offer an accessible space for sharing work and engaging in informal publication and critique beyond the studio. 

The theme for this inaugural issue is “Beginning.” 

“The beginning is the most important part of the work.” —Plato 

Submit Work 

Submission Deadline: March 12, 2026 

Interested in being a part of the team? Fill out our interest form 

ArcD Student Organizations: Get involved! 

Get involved with student organizations to improve your educational experience! Learn more about ArcD Student Organizations here & keep in touch with them via social media! 

👀 Check out KU Student Jobs!

Spring Graphic Design Internship: Create World Cup Tourism Guide  

Jefferson County Courthouse

The purpose of this intern position is to gain experience and develop skills in areas such as graphic design, photography, marketing, and other similar skills in the context of economic and community development. The objective of this internship is to create a Jefferson County Tourism Guide in anticipation of the World Cup and America 250 events during the summer of 2026, and as the primary forward facing document for County businesses and events going forward.   

Compensation: $2,000 

Internship dates: March 9 – May 30 

Info & Apply 

Web and Graphic Design Specialist

University of Saint Mary | Leavenworth, KS

FULL TIME POSITION that may be open to 4th year design students after graduation 

This position will be responsible for creating and editing a variety of content in support of university marketing efforts, including print and digital collateral. The position will work collaboratively with the marketing team to enhance the university’s visual identity.

Info & Apply

Design Camp Assistant Position 

KU Lawrence & Edwards Campus 

KU Design Camp is a pre-college summer program offered to high school students who are entering their sophomore, junior, or senior year and are interested in Architecture or Design. Students learn in hands-on workshops taught by KU School of Architecture & Design faculty. The residential camp option is held at the Lawrence campus, and the day camp option is held at the Edwards campus. The School of Architecture & Design is hiring a Design Camp Assistant to aid with camp logistics and activities, including preparing materials and supplies for upcoming camp activities, coordinating mealtime logistics, and assisting with additional duties as assigned.

Applicants must be available for the entirety of both weeks of Design Camp: May 31 – June 6 and July 6-10, 2026

Application deadline: April 1, 2026

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KU Design Camp RA Position 

Lawrence, Kansas 

KU Design Camp is a pre-college summer program offered to high school students who are entering their sophomore, junior, or senior year and are interested in Architecture or Design. Students learn in hands-on workshops taught by KU School of Architecture & Design faculty. The School of Architecture & Design is hiring Resident Assistants (RAs) to aid with camp logistics and activities, including eating meals with campers and staying overnight in the residence hall. 

Applicants must be available for the entirety of the camp, May 31 – June 6, 2026.  

Application Deadline: March 2, 2026 

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Summer Architecture Internship

Integration Design Group | Denver Colorado 

This immersive internship is designed for students who are passionate about sacred architecture, classical tradition, and the craft of meaningful design. Interns will work alongside architects dedicated to creating enduring buildings that serve the Church and the public realm with beauty, order, and integrity.

Application Deadline: March 4, 2026 

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Architectural Internship 

Kansas City, MO | CRB 

Launch your career with purpose at CRB. As an Architectural Designer Intern, you won’t just observe, you’ll contribute meaningfully to real-world projects that shape the future of life sciences and food and beverage industries. 

More Info & Apply

Design and Drafting Internship 

Union, MO | Cochran 

Cochran is a growing civil engineering firm with 7 Missouri offices, offering services in construction administration, materials testing, architectural and geotechnical engineering, and land surveying. Serving both public and private sectors, Cochran's expertise spans municipal, commercial, residential, transportation, water/wastewater, site development, retail, planning, and interior design.  

More Info & Apply. 

Architecture & Interior Design Summer 2026 Internship 

Kansas City | Hufft 

Hufft has open applications for both Architecture and Interior Design Summer internships. 

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Diverse Perspectives from 25 Years of Practice: Class of 2001 Alumni Symposium 

Friday, March 6, 2026 | 9:00AM - 5:00PM 

This symposium invites students to step outside the academic studio for a day and explore building a life in architecture. Framed by members of the Class of 2001 and drawing from over 25 years of experience, alumni will share candid stories, practical insights, and lessons learned across a broad spectrum of career paths. Through panels, project showcases, and interactive sessions, attendees will build on the foundation of their studio experience to envision life after graduation including the opportunities, the obstacles, and the often-overlooked joys of practice.

Discussions will span early-career transitions, specialization, sector-specific work, soft skills, and the long arc of career growth. Whether you are a student preparing to enter the workforce or a faculty member supporting that journey, this symposium is designed to inspire, inform, and connect- complementing the academic curriculum with diverse perspectives that help illuminate the evolving landscape of architectural practice.

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The 3D Type Book

The 3D Type Book is the most comprehensive showcase of three-dimensional letterforms ever written, featuring over 1,300 images of more than 300 projects by more than 160 emerging talents and established individuals and studios including Sagmeister Inc, Vaughan Oliver, Milton Glaser, Alvin Lustig, Louis Danziger, Roger Excoffon, Paul Elliman, Marian Bantjes, Geoff Kaplan, Clotilde Olyff, Italo Lupi, Marion Bataille, Antoine+Manuel, Frost*Design, Mervyn Kurlansky, Non-Format, Oded Ezer, Rowland Scherman, Post Typography, Rinzen, Underware’s Type Workshop, J. Kyle Daevel, Ji Lee, Pleaseletmedesign and Strange Attractors Design.

As well as pioneering milestones from as far back as the 1940s, this book focuses on recent and brand new typographic projects. 3D type specialist Andrew Byrom explains the context and motivation behind these innovative works in an insightful foreword.

The Hatch Reading Room, on the 4th floor of Marvin Hall, is here for you to de-stress, work on projects, take a break to read, and enjoy a quiet view of campus.

Open 9:00 am - 5:00 pm, Monday - Friday.  📚 

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