Saturday, March 21, 2009

Chicago Architects Search For Foundation

In Chicago, a city known for breathtaking architecture, some design firms have had to lay people off and alter their business. With construction of residential and commercial buildings down, architects are looking for different things to do.

NPR Audio Story

Thursday, February 19, 2009

J. Max Bond Jr., Architect, Dies at 73

New York Times Article

Passing of J. Max Bond Jr. FAIA

Greetings,

nycobaNOMA

THE NEW YORK COALITION OF BLACK ARCHITECTS NYCOBA
THE NEW YORK CHAPTER OF THE NATIONAL ORGANIZATION OF MINORITY ARCHITECTS NOMA



It is with deep regret that I inform you of the passing of J. Max Bond Jr. FAIA NOMA.
Mr. Bond was one of the founders of NYCOBA-NOMA in 1970 and had been involved with the organization since that time. Mr. Bond was a mentor and friend to many in NYCOBA-NOMA.
His accomplished projects located in Harlem, New York, Atlanta Georgia, and as far reaching as Africa have earned Mr. Bond accolades in the design community and amongst his peers.
In the 15 years I have gotten to know Mr. Bond he has been an inspiration. His focus on design and design relating to the Black community was an inspiration to the many members past and present of NYCOBA-NOMA.
As we gather more details, we will post information to our General Membership.

Yours truly,
Andrew E. Thompson AIA NYCOBA-NOMA
President NYCOBA-NOMA 2009

Tuesday, January 20, 2009

The Inauguration

Congratulations President Barack Obama.

Thursday, January 15, 2009

USDA NATIONAL SCHOLARS PROGRAM APPLICATIONS OPEN FOR 2009 ACADEMIC SCHOOL YEAR

WASHINGTON, Dec. 29, 2008 - USDA/1890 National Scholars Program applications are now being accepted by the U.S. Department of Agriculture for the 2009 academic school year. Applications from high school seniors must be postmarked no later than Feb.1, 2009, and mailed to the USDA Liaison Office at the institution of the applicant's choice.

More information here