DBIA Student Chapters are dedicated to promoting widespread and successful utilization of the design-build project delivery method in shaping the built environment. To accomplish this goal, they are committed to fostering interdisciplinary education and communication to integrated facilities delivery at the University level. This goal will be facilitated through active participation by Student Chapter members and:
- Local DBIA professionals and corporations
- Students and faculty in design and construction-related disciplines
- Local professional organizations representing architecture, engineering, landscape architecture, general contracting, law and government
- National DBIA programs and services
The Student Chapter will develop a strong working partnership between students and industry professionals regarding the education and research objectives required for the continued growth and excellence of design-build. Membership Benefits include:
- Nation-wide access to design-build professionals
- Discounted registration rates for all national DBIA programs and events
- DATELINE Journal
- Valuable contacts for employment, research, and publication
The Faculty Advisor is:
- A member of DBIA
- Serves for two academic years
- Provides student chapter mailing address, phone, E-mail, etc.
- Provides or arranges for physical space for storage of chapter materials
- Monitors student financial activities, accuracy of external communication
- Offers guidance in soliciting corporate sponsorship
- Offers guidance in organizing, promoting, executing student chapter events
- Offers guidance regarding responsibilities between student chapter and the host university
- Primary liaison between student chapter and DBIA national office