Kodet inaugurated as national AIA chancellor of the College of Fellows

The American Institute of Architects (AIA) College of Fellows inaugurated Edward J. Kodet, Jr., FAIA, as its 2010 chancellor. In this prestigious leadership role, he will focus on the areas of fellowship, mentorship and research. Founder and president of Kodet Architectural Group Ltd. in Minneapolis, Kodet has practiced architecture for nearly 40 years and combines the knowledge and skills of his academic and professional careers. Of the AIA’s 80,000 members, the AIA College of Fellows includes approximately 2,700 members from across the globe. Fellows are selected by their peers for making a significant contribution to architecture and society, and for achieving a standard of excellence in the profession. “Fellowship in the American Institute of Architects is one of the highest honors that could be bestowed upon a member,” said Kodet, who received his Fellowship status in 1994. Mr. Kodet has initiated many new programs and grants that have advanced the AIA College of Fellows’ role in supporting emerging architects’ professional development and success. In December 2009, he assumed his current responsibilities as chancellor, which include presiding at the annual business meeting, executive committee meetings and Convocation of Fellows. He also will lead the esteemed Latrobe Prize, a $100,000 grant for research on sustainable design in the urban environment. Prior to being elected as the College of Fellows’ 48th Chancellor, Mr. Kodet served as Bursar in 2006 and as national Vice President in 2002. In addition to his leadership with the AIA College of Fellows, he is an AIA national board member, a member of the AIA National Committee on Design and past president of AIA Minnesota.