The Young Designers Networking Group, or “YoDeNG,” is the official AIANN committee geared toward helping the next generation of architects as they embark on this wonderful and rewarding career. Our goal is simple: to assist new and inspiring design professionals in fulfilling their career goals. To achieve this, YoDeNG helps members grow their professional network and provides resources to those still completing their licensure requirements.
At YoDeNG, we believe a support group of like-minded individuals is imperative to success. That’s why we host fun yet meaningful events designed to help young architects form connections, share ideas, and learn from one another, all while having fun at popular local establishments. Since its formation, YoDeNG has helped countless members as they transition from the academic world into the workplace. Because architecture requires individuals from multiple disciplines to collaborate in every phase of a project – from schematic design to construction administration – we have expanded our networking activities in recent years to include not only young architects but also engineers, contractors, and other design professionals in the Northern Nevada area. We invite anyone interested to join us at one of our upcoming events. Who knows, it just might open the door to a whole world of new opportunities!
YoDeNG also provides support to those who are in the process of achieving licensure. We strive to help simplify the lengthy (and often confusing) process, provide exam preparation and study tips, including advice from people who recently passed the ARE, and organize study groups for people preparing for the exam. We also provide access to AIANN’s library of resources for the ARE. This expansive collection of materials has been generously donated by recently licensed local architects and is an invaluable resource for anyone preparing for the exams. Our goal is to see all prospective licensees achieve the important milestone of becoming licensed so they can proudly call themselves an architect.
If you are interested in networking, finding study partners, or just want to grab some drinks and talk about your exciting life as a design professional, then we invite you to join us! Stay tuned to the AIANN website and Facebook page for updates on our upcoming events, or contact Daniela Moral at danimoral262@gmail.com or the AIANN at aiann@aiann.org with any questions.
