5 BY PHILIP HADERLIE, AIA PAST PRESIDENT AIA UTAH It has been my honor and privilege to serve as the president of AIA Utah in 2021. It’s staggering to me what has been accomplished within AIA Utah this past year under the still difficult circumstances of an ongoing global pandemic. Despite these challenges, we have been able to “Connect, Collaborate, and Celebrate” in this, our 100th year, through our Centennial Celebration in April, our Scholarship Golf Tournament, Annual State conference held in September, and our Awards Celebration Gala held in October. I have seen many of you in-person and online during these events and have made great friendships along the way. I have been moved and inspired by the speakers we have had, by the excellent design work that was recognized, by seeing the hard work and dedication of many volunteers who engage in leadership, and as members of committees hold conversations about how we can improve ourselves as architects and improve the built environment in Utah. Quickly, I want to highlight again the work of our committees this year: The Honors and Awards Committee & Member Relations Committee held a wonderful awards event to celebrate architects and outstanding design work that has been done in the state. They also organized a brand-new student design competition which will be launching this coming year. The Member Relations Committee supported the members through many events, especially the Conference, which every year is very inspiring. This year, the Community Relations Committee focused their efforts on talking to some “AIA Legends,” many of whom are the founding principals of architecture firms within the state. The Government Affairs Committee successfully defended architecture and provided critical influence and guidance for our state Dear Friends and Colleagues, — continued on page 6 I have been moved and inspired by the speakers we have had, by the excellent design work that was recognized, by seeing the hard work and dedication of many volunteers who engage in leadership, and as members of committees hold conversations about how we can improve ourselves as architects and improve the built environment in Utah. Final Thoughts on 2021 and AIA Utah's 100-Year Celebration
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