Integration of Architecture and Structural Steel

Do you teach a studio or classroom course for architecture students that incorporates topics in structural steel? The American Institute of Steel Construction is sponsoring a two-day interactive workshop in Chicago to discuss innovative pedagogies for integrated design, teaching steel structures to architecture students, and embodied carbon. Network with academic leaders and develop a deeper knowledge of structural steel, sharing teaching and research resources while brainstorming new ones. 

Our workshop facilitators are inspirational faculty who have been instrumental in developing steel-related educational resources and research available for all educators.

How to Apply

AISC will start accepting applications in January 2026. Stay tuned for future opportunities to apply!

Please note that preference will be given to early career faculty teaching architecture students and faculty in U.S. schools. Faculty new to teaching steel topics and industry professionals new to teaching are encouraged to apply.

Workshop Details

• Date and Time: June 2-4, 2026
• Location: AISC Headquarters at One Prudential Plaza in Chicago
• Schedule: 
  • June 2: 2:00 p.m. Central start and dinner
  • June 3: Full day and dinner
  • June 4: Half-day, wrapping up at noon Central

FACILITATORS

Terri Meyer Boake, BES, LEED AP, University of Waterloo
Robert Dermody, AIA, Roger Williams University
Keefer Dunn, School of the Art Institute of Chicago, and practicing Architect
Michelle Laboy, Northeastern University
Patrick Tripeny, University of Utah
Jade Yang, AIA, NOMA, Kennesaw State University

Travel Grant

There is no charge to attend the workshop. AISC offers complimentary lodging for two nights and travel assistance to all faculty members attending the workshop in the form of an "AISC Architecture Educator Workshop Grant." To qualify for the grant and reimbursement, the attendee must complete pre-workshop assignments (submit course syllabi, project statements, or assignments, for example, to be announced later) and be present for the entire duration of the workshop. Attendees who arrive late or leave early will not be eligible to receive the grant.

Please email Jeanne Homer at [email protected] with any questions.