Special Offer for IAs:Foundation Golf Tournament

Time is running out to sign up for the 9th Annual Architecture Foundation of British Columbia Golf Tournament, taking place Friday, September 4. Tournament organizers are pleased to offer Intern Architects a special half-price golfer registration rate for the few remaining spaces.

For $150, IAs can enjoy 18 holes of Texas Scramble golf, shared golf cart, lunch and dinner, beverage cart privileges, competitions and prizes, and a fun afternoon of hacking, duffing and networking. There are only a few openings available, and they will be filled on a first come, first served basis. Golfers of all abilities are welcome to join in the fun and camaraderie – all in support of the AFBC.

The tournament takes place at the University Golf Club at UBC (5185 University Boulevard, Vancouver). Check-in 11:00 a.m., Shotgun Start 1:15 p.m. For more information and to register, please contact event organizer Jeanette Horwood at e-mail jeanettehorwood@shaw.ca. Information is also available at www.aibc.ca.

Update: Transition from ARE 3.1 to ARE 4.0

The majority of 3.1 candidates have now been converted to 4.0. These candidates are able to schedule appointments in ARE 4.0. Currently, there are approximately 2,800 candidates pending for the final round of conversion which is reflective of the high numbers of candidates that tested in June. If you tested in late June some of your authorizations may not yet be there.

If you have a question about your open eligibilities, you may contact the ARE Helpdesk directly at 800-896-2272. Prometric anticipates that the second round of conversion to be complete by August 21. Please note that when registering for a 4.0 exam online you must select "ARE (Graphic Exams)" in Step 1: Select your testing program.