Discover AIA Prairie Illinois
AIA Prairie Illinois is a cornerstone of the architectural community in Illinois. Our organization is dedicated to fostering innovation, collaboration, and professional development among architects. By joining AIA Prairie Illinois, you become part of a vibrant network committed to excellence in architecture and the built environment. Discover opportunities to advance your career, engage in meaningful projects, and contribute to the future of architecture with us.
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AIA Prairie Officers
Board Leadership
District Directors
AIA Illinois Delegate
Karen Shoup, AIA
Section Presidents
Bloomington/Normal
Scott Swanson, AIA
Decatur
VACANT (contact Prairie Office)
Champaign/Urbana
Scott Burge, AIA
Little Egypt
VACANT (contact Prairie Office)
Metro East
Chad Morris, AIA
Moline/Rock Island
VACANT (contact Prairie Office)
Peoria
VACANT (contact Prairie Office)
Rockford
Oceanz Appiah-Sokye, Assoc. AIA
Springfield
Cynthia Petheram, AIA
Association Staff
Executive Director
Mary Young
Mary Young
Born and raised in Springfield, Ill., Mary joined AIA Illinois in 2001 and previously served as Program Director until 2023, overseeing events and meeting planning, continuing education program development, answering questions about Mandatory Continuing Education (CE requirements, accessing transcripts, resources), as well as the development and implementation of the annual Honor Awards program. In addition to ongoing CE and event planning duties, she facilitates downstate Fellowship recruitment, assistance with program fundraising/sponsorship, membership services, and office administration. She has a bachelor’s degree in Visual Arts from the University of Illinois Springfield. Mary also serves as the Prairie Chapter Executive Director.
