As The National Organization of Minority Architecture Students at FAU our goal is to promote excellence in architectural education, training, and practice while fighting against the discrimination of minorities. Being a source of inspiration for the youth and helping the community by creating a recreational and safe environment is our motivating force to promote and have an impact with our culture and knowledge.
2020-21 FLORIDA ATLANTIC UNIVERSITY
EXECUTIVE BOARD
PRESIDENT
JERRICA ARIAS, AIAS, APA
B.Arch ‘22
As a 4th-year student double majoring in architecture and urban design, Jerrica is planning to apply her knowledge into the fields of art and fashion as well as creating mixed-use developments for communities in need. Jerrica is also involved in The American Planning Association (APA) as a student member, part of FAU's Planning Society, and the secretary for the The American Institute of Architecture Students (AIAS) FAU chapter.
VICE PRESIDENT
RYAN PIERRE, AIAS
B.Arch ‘23
Ryan is a student in the dual degree program for his bachelor's in architecture and masters in urban planning and also getting a minor in disaster management. Ryan is also a member of the American Institute of Architecture Students (AIAS).
TREASURER
YARA ZBIB, AIAS
B.Arch ‘21
As a 5th-year student majoring in architecture, Yara is also president of the FAU chapter of the American Institute of Architecture Students (AIAS), a Downton coordinator for student government and a member of Student Advocating Volunteer Involvement (SAVI).
SECRETARY
MARIA GARCIA, AIAS
B.Arch ‘23
Maria has an associates in arts and is a 3rd-year student majoring in architecture. She is also a member of the American Institute of Architecture Students (AIAS).
CREATIVE DIRECTOR
ARMAN ALAVERDIAN, AIAS
B.Arch ‘23
Arman is a 3rd-year student majoring in architecture and a member of the American Institute of Architecture Students (AIAS).