Ding, ding, ding—this year’s Call for Proposals is now officially closed. We’d like to give a shout-out to everyone who put time, thought, and energy into submitting a class proposal. You guys are awesome. We received more than 2,200 class proposals in total. (Bam!) Next week we’ll break it down for you with some CFP stats, but first let’s talk about what happens next. Right now our judges are busy reviewing your proposals. Everyone who submitted will receive an email notification in late June as to whether or not you’ve been selected to speak at AU. If you’re not invited this time, we hope... READ MORE >

Okay folks, this is it. You have 5 days left to submit your AU 2016 class proposals. Maybe you’ve got a great idea but you’re still sitting on it. Maybe you started your proposal then got distracted by the return of your favorite TV show, or the end of the school year, or your mother-in-law who’s been sleeping on the couch for about 2 weeks too long. Whatever excuse you’re telling yourself, we’re here to say, “Stop it.” And also, “Start it.” (Your proposal, that is.) Or maybe, “Finish it.” Definitely, “Do it.” We want to hear your ideas, share your experiences, and spread your inspiration. An... READ MORE >

[caption id="attachment_1677" align="aligncenter" width="778"] AU Advisory Council members, left to right: Kerstin Strom, Al Whitley, Rick Ellis, Kate Morrical, Mike Thomas, Curt Moreno, Rebecca Arsham, Ramy Hanna, Robert Green, Matt Murphy, Alex Lobos (not pictured: Desirée Mackey)[/caption] AU is a global, thriving community. We’re not just saying this—it’s in our DNA. The people who make AU special by showcasing what they do and how they do it are 1 part. The designers, engineers, and architects who learn, connect, and explore with AU are another—whether that’s through AU Las Vegas, events... READ MORE >

Time waits for no one and the CFP submission deadline looms nearer every day. If you’re still thinking about submitting a class proposal for AU Las Vegas 2016, we’re here to give you a nudge—and even steer you in the right direction. We’ve received class proposals spanning a wide variety of industries and practices. AEC, you’re bringing it as always—keep it up. But like any partner, parent, or school principal, we expect great things from everyone. So we’re throwing down a challenge to manufacturing experts and asking for more proposals on a set of key industry topics: Automotive and industr... READ MORE >

We’re almost 2 weeks into the AU Las Vegas 2016 Call for Proposals (CFP) and the entries are rolling in. Well done to all the early birds who’ve already submitted your class proposals—give yourself a pat on the back and go on, eat that chocolate bar you’re hiding in your desk drawer. You deserve it. For those of you who haven’t submitted yet, what are you waiting for? You’ve still got time to make it into our early bird contest—submit your proposals before tomorrow, May 11, at 9 a.m., Pacific time, for a chance to win a $100 Amazon gift card and other great prizes. Here’s a quick look at how... READ MORE >