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MAY 3, 2022 • ISSUE 62
SCULLY SERIES: THE FUTURE OF ARCHITECTURE
CAC’s highly popular Scully Lecture Series is back! Vincent Scully, the “most influential architecture teacher ever,” established his legacy over more than 60 years of instruction.
Across three dates in May and June, distinguished guests from the field of design speculate on the future of architecture, from new structural possibilities and material applications to visionary city building. Curious about the power of architecture? The Scully Series is for you.
The 2022 Scully Lecture Series is generously sponsored by Ann and Richard Carr.
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CITY OF NEIGHBORHOODS SUMMER PROGRAM
Dates: Wednesday, July 6 - Friday, July 15, 9:00am - 4:00pm
This multi-week program (formerly known as the Neighborhood Teen Ambassadors) engages students ages 14-17 in place-based research as they dive into the history of a Chicago neighborhood, practicing public speaking and storytelling. Students work directly with community leaders, residents and neighborhood stakeholders while earning a stipend.
NOW RECRUITING CAC TEEN FELLOWS
Teen Fellows question and identify how the built environment impacts their lives. This 15-month program is offered at no cost to Chicago high school students. Fellows will explore architecture and design careers, collect college credits, earn a stipend and work alongside industry professionals with the possibility to participate in a paid summer internship at a local architecture or design firm.
THANK YOU LYNN!
This past week, President and CEO Lynn Osmond departed the CAC after 25 years of service. She is taking on the helm of Choose Chicago, our city’s visitor and convention bureau. We are grateful for many years of Lynn's leadership and have enjoyed celebrating all of her accomplishments!
BECOME A CAC DOCENT!
We are recruiting applicants for our next docent training class. Register to learn more about CAC’s application process and training requirements at our upcoming virtual information session on May 18 at 5:30pm. To RSVP, please email volunteer@architecture.org.
Interested in making a Qualified Charitable Distribution (QCD) through your IRA? Would you like to make a gift of stock or make an ACH transfer? Contact Karen Bippus, Director of Individual and Planned Giving at kbippus@architecture.org or (312) 561-2118.
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