MISSION
NOMAS UMiami strives to foster a positive environment of fellowship between minority students with others as a source of cultural insight—within the field of architecture. We look to encourage the progressive advancement of architecture students into the industry, by building strong members and making leadership actionable. NOMAS UMiami aims to be an effective source of motivation and inspiration for students of generations to follow.
OUR VISION
The ultimate vision of NOMAS UMiami, is to cultivate within the field of architecture and encourage progressive transition into professionalism. As a campus organization, we do our best to generate a positive impact, by contributing to a unified voice against challenges that affect the full participation of minority architecture professors and students—not only on campus but in the South Florida region as well. We look to accomplish our vision by successfully creating and maintaining relationships with like-minded students and professionals, whose work impacts the physical and social environment we live in.
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THE UTRAILBLAZERS SELECT NOMAS UMIAMI AS DESIGNER FOR LEGACY SITE
SEPTEMBER-09-2020
NOMAS UMiami is proud to announce their partnership with the University of Miami’s Alumni Association Legacy Group, the ‘UTRAILBLAZERS’—in design of UM’s first camps site dedicated to African-Americans.
The mission of the UTrailblazers Legacy project is to document and celebrate those who blazed a trail of inclusion at the University of Miami. Another equally important goal is to ensure that diverse voices and perspectives can continue to enrich the entire UM family. The UTrailblazers Legacy site will be a permanent tribute on the Coral Gables campus to honor the legacy of the FirstBlack Graduates and other Trailblazers at UM. This Legacy Wall will be a state of the art, multimedia display, honoring those Black Graduates that have made a positive, constructive mark on campus in various disciplines, as well as in their careers or communities. This tribute will be the first of its kind at any major U.S. educational institution and will attract national attention. NOMAS UMiami is truly honored to be a part off this project, and looks forward to leaving their mark on campus for a lifetime.
2020-21 NOMAS UNIVERSITY OF MIAMI EXECUTIVE BOARD
PRESIDENT
NONYELUM OGBODO, USGBC, APX
MRED+U, MS. Arch ’21
Nonyelum Ogbodo is a 2nd-Year dual degree graduate student of the Master of Real Estate Development + Urbanism and Master of Science in Architecture programs, with a concentration in Sustainable Resilient Architecture for Sports & Wellness Venue Development, in combat of climate change. Nonye also serves as the UM Graduate Student Senator for the School of Architecture, the Marketing & Publications Director of SoFlo NOMA, and is involved with the UM U.S. Green Building Council.
VICE PRESIDENT
ANDREA LIRA, AIAS
B.Arch ‘24
Andrea Lira looks forward to becoming a licensed architect with a specialty in cultural performance space design, have her work displayed in several galleries/museums around the world, and charter a school that continues beyond her life time. With a Minor in Music, Andrea is also involved in the American Institute of Architecture Students (AIAS), Students of Classical Architecture (SCA), and the Voice of the University of Miami (WVUM) Music Sector.
EXECUTIVE TREASURY
EMILY FUSILERO, APX
B.Arch ‘21
Emily Fusilero looks forward to continuing into graduate school towards becoming a licensed architect, with a specialty in accessible design for ADA Code Compliance. With a Minor in Fine Arts of Glass Blowing and Glass Casting, at UM Emily also serves as President of Tau Sigma—National Honor Society for Transfer Students, President of Tau Sigma Delta, Honor Society for Architecture and Allied Arts, and Worthy Associate Architect of Alpha Rho Chi.
EXECUTIVE SECRETARY
FLORIANNE JACQUES, AIAS
B.Arch ‘22
Florianne Jacques looks forward to continuing her education by pursuing an M.Arch ,towards a special interest in Housing and Hospitality Design. With a Minor in Fine Arts, Florianne is also involved with American Institute of Architecture Students (AIAS), and is part of the UM Caribbean Cultural Student Organization-Planet Kreyol.
EXECUTIVE MARKETING
MARIEL LINDSEY, AIAS, WIA
B.Arch ‘22
Mariel Lindsey aspires to become a licensed architect with a specialty in Affordable Housing within Black Communities around the world. With minors in Fine Arts and Business Marketing, Mariel is also a Student Ambassador for the UM School of Architecture, and is involved with American Institute of Architecture Students (AIAS), Women in Architecture (WIA), and the InspireU Academy.
NOMAS UMIAMI MEMBERSHIP
BENEFITS OF BECOMING A UM NOMAS MEMBER $15
Admission to all NOMAS UMiami hosted/featured Events and Collaborative Projects.
Portfolio Exposure
Fellowship/camaraderie amongst peers and partnering student architecture organizations at SoA.
Special NOMAS UMiami Pin-Up sessions and design projects.
Special campus studio access at SoA.
Participation of Lunch with the Dean and Social Hour at SoA.
Year-End Participation Recognition
BENEFITS OF BECOMING A NATIONAL NOMAS MEMBER $55
Access to the NOMA National Database of Architects, Firms, and exclusive relevant resources.
Professional Development Mentorships
Participation access to exclusive national webinars, conferences, and project collaborations with other student/professional chapters.
Access to Exclusive Off-Campus events hosted by or featuring NOMA
Heavily discounted or Sponsored fee rates to all NOMA National events.
Year-End Membership Recognition
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