Timothy Hawk, FAIA, Wins AIA Ohio Mentor Award

Our President, Timothy Hawk, FAIA, was granted the AIA Ohio 2020 Mentor Award. Tim is committed to mentoring students and emerging professionals through his advocacy with the American Institute of Architecture Students (AIAS) and as a professor at Columbus State Community College. He has propelled the architecture and design industry through his service with AIA, culminating in his election to the National Board of Directors. Congratulations, Tim!

From AIA Ohio:

Columbus Architect Receives State Award

Columbus – Columbus architect Timothy Hawk, FAIA has been awarded the AIA Ohio 2020 Mentor Award.  This award is granted annually to an individual who has demonstrated the ability to assist and mentor in their community.  “The AIA Ohio Board of Directors was impressed by Tim’s dedication to the development of young people in the profession,” said AIA Ohio President, Mary Glowacki, AIA.

As principal at WSA Studio, Hawk mentors emerging talent through leadership training programs. As an educator at Columbus State Community College, he recognizes the importance of a diverse student population, and he encourages promising students to consider a future in architecture.  As a leader in the profession, Hawk has served his local AIA Chapter and at the Regional level, and now serves as a member of the AIA Board. As the National AIA Board liaison to AIAS, he mentors student leaders, and advocates for student voices.

As a state component of the American Institute of Architects, AIA Ohio represents over 2000 architects throughout Ohio.