MAF awards scholarships annually to students who are completing a Bachelor’s Degree program and who have been accepted or currently enrolled in a professional program leading to a Master of Architecture degree.
Money has been raised from many activities and sources over many years to underwrite these scholarships, and the awards have been named for the primary donors and/or supporters.
Currently, MAF awards scholarships ranging in value from $1000 to $6000. An additional scholarship, funded jointly by MAF and the Downtown Detroit Optimist Club, is awarded to University of Detroit Mercy architecture engineering students.
Robinson Scholarship applications are due by February 7, 2020. All other MAF applications are due by April 1, 2020. Awards are made in the month of April. The DDOC/MAF Scholarship is applied for and administered solely by the University of Detroit-Mercy. Applicants for this scholarship should contact the UDM School of Architecture for all requirements.
Submit MAF applications to Timothy Casai, FAIA:
Criteria For Selection
Eligibility
Students must be residents of the State of Michigan and enrolled and attending the University of Michigan, University of Detroit/Mercy, Lawrence Technological University, Kendall College or Andrews University.
Application Process
Entry Requirements
Application shall be made using the Application Form downloaded from this site. Applications including all related materials must be submitted and received by April 1, 2020. All Robinson Scholarship applications are due by February 7, 2020.
Required Data for MAF Scholarships
Required Data for the Robinson Scholarship
Required Data for the DDOC/MAF Scholarship
Selection Process
The Michigan Architectural Foundation has the sole authority for granting the scholarship awards. The scholarship recipients are selected by a jury of AIA members and selected scholarship sponsors.
The DDOC/MAF Scholarship is applied for, administered by and awarded solely by the University of Detroit-Mercy College of Architecture and Engineering.
01Paul Stachowiak & Integrated Design Solutions Scholarship
Awarded to a University of Michigan, University of Detroit Mercy or Lawrence Technological University student admitted or currently pursuing a graduate professional degree in architecture and who aspires to a career reflecting a holistic and integrated practice of the highest standards of the profession of architecture.
$2,000
Alexander Sulek
The 2020 Paul Stachowiak/Integrated Design Solutions (IDS) Scholarship in the amount of $2,000 was awarded to Alexander Sulek, a new graduate student at the University of Michigan. In addition, he was awarded the 2020 Kenneth Neumann Design Scholarship. His very creative portfolio, professional promise, and outstanding academic record made the dual award appropriate.
02AIA Michigan President’s Scholarship
Founded by AIA Michigan’s past presidents, the scholarship is for graduate students in architecture that have demonstrated leadership in professional, community or public service activities.
$6,000
Taylor Kile
The 2020 AIA Michigan President’s Scholarship of $6,000 was awarded to Taylor Kile, an entering graduate student at the University of Detroit Mercy. In addition, Taylor was awarded the 2020 Professional Concepts Insurance Agency (PCIA) Scholarship. Her outstanding leadership qualities, references, and excellent portfolio made her an excellent choice for this dual award. 2020 also marks the first year the AIA Michigan President’s Scholarship honored a specific AIAM past President, Richard (Dick) Fry, FAIA. Taylor was cited by the MAF Scholarship Jury for reflecting Fry's leadership legacy.
03Richard M. and Sidney K. Robinson Scholarship
Awarded to a University of Michigan undergraduate architecture student who aspires to a career that combines the roles of citizen and artist. This award is offered in cooperation with the Huron Valley Chapter of the American Institute of Architects.
$3,500
Jacob Nugent
The 2020 Richard M. and Sidney K. Robinson Scholarship in the amount of $3,500 was awarded to Jacob Nugent, a first-year student at the University of Michigan. Jacob's essay demonstrating his desire and understanding of architecture based in citizenship was expressed clearly in the materials he submitted for the award.
04Katherine and John Banicki Scholarship
Awarded in recognition of a student’s academic and community achievements.
$1,000
Ryan Johns
The 2020 Katherine and John Banicki Scholarship of $1,000 was awarded to Ryan Johns, a rising graduate student at Lawrence Technological University. He is also awarded the 2020 American Institute of Architect’s Scholarship. His efforts toward licensure, his creative portfolio, and deep commitment to professional leadership impact led to these two awards.
05Leslie D. Tincknell Scholarship
Awarded to a student that exhibits leadership in university and community life, and financial need.
$4,000
Angela Lazarte
The Leslie D. Tincknell Scholarship in the amount of $4,000 was awarded to Angela Lazarte, a rising graduate student at the University of Detroit Mercy. She was awarded the scholarship for her strong leadership in the AIAS (American Institute of Architects students) and NOMA (National Association of Minority Architects) chapters, and involvement in community activities.
06AIA National Scholarship
The national AIA provides funds for an exemplary architecture student.
$1,500
Ryan Johns
The 2020 American Institute of Architect’s Scholarship of $1,500 was awarded to Ryan Johns, a rising graduate student at Lawrence Technological University. He was also awarded the 2020 Katherine and John Banicki Scholarship. His efforts toward licensure, his creative portfolio, and deep commitment to professional leadership impact led to these two awards.
07Ken Neumann Design Scholarship
The Kenneth Neumann Scholarship is awarded based on the design and writing excellence of the submitted application portfolio. The scholarship includes a summer internship with the firm of Neumann Smith Associates in Southfield, Michigan.
$1,500
Alexander Sulek
The 2020 Kenneth Neumann Design Scholarship of $1,500 was awarded to Alexander Sulek, a new graduate student at the University of Michigan. In addition, he was awarded the 2020 Paul Stachowiak/Integrated Design Solutions (IDS) Scholarship. His very creative portfolio, professional promise, and outstanding academic record made the dual award appropriate.
08Daniel W. Toshach Scholarship
Awarded to a deserving student with a well-rounded application and portfolio. Preference will be given to applicants from the area served by the AIA Saginaw Valley Chapter.
$1,500
Jessica Brethour
The 2020 Daniel W. Toshach & AIA Saginaw Valley Chapter Scholarship in the amount of $1,500 was awarded to Jessica Brethour, a first year graduate student at Lawrence Technological University. Her excellent academic record coupled with engaging personal and leadership statements made her award appropriate.
09Alvin Ernest Harley Scholarship
Awarded in recognition to a deserving student who demonstrates active participation and leadership involvement in the local AIAS Chapter.
$1,000
Anthony Vannoy
The 2020 HED Alvin Ernest Harley AIAS Graduate Scholarship of $1,000 was awarded to Anthony Vannoy, an incoming graduate student at University of Detroit Mercy. His very active participation in the AIAS (American Institute of Architects students) and NOMA (National Association of Minority Architects) chapters, and commitment to a career in the profession stood out among applicants.
10PCIA Scholarship
The Professional Concepts Insurance Agency (PCIA) Scholarship is to recognize and provide financial assistance to individuals with exemplary community involvement.
$1,000
Taylor Kile
The 2020 Professional Concepts Insurance Agency (PCIA) Scholarship in the amount of $1,000 was awarded to Taylor Kile, an entering graduate student at the University of Detroit Mercy. In addition, Taylor was awarded the 2020 AIA Michigan President’s Scholarship. Her outstanding leadership qualities, references, and excellent portfolio made her an excellent choice for this dual award.
11DDOC/MAF Scholarship
This award is selected by University of Detroit Mercy independent of the nine scholarships listed above. It is for architectural engineering students at UDM only.
$2,000
Shajnin Dristy
Shajnin Dristy is a 3rd year architecture student at the University of Detroit Mercy working towards her bachelors of architecture degree. She is also working as a AutoCAD drafter in Kem-Tec Land Surveyors. She moved to the United States at the beginning of her high school years and has been involved in various organizations in her community and at the University where she plays a key role in helping others in the immigrant community. It is her diverse background and involvement with communities where she learned how much architects can influence their communities as well as their culture.