Quinn Evans designer, Saakshi Terway, Associate AIA, LEED Green Associate, has been awarded the Louise Blanchard Bethune Fellowship by the American Institute of Architects (AIA).

The Louise Blanchard Bethune Fellowship recognizes retiring members of the AIA Strategic Council for their leadership and dedication to the organization. Named in honor of Louise Blanchard Bethune, the first American professional female architect and the first woman to receive a Fellowship from the AIA, the award acknowledges the recipient's contributions to advance the profession.

Terway received this recognition at the conclusion of her term as the Associate Representative for the AIA Strategic Council in 2025, becoming the tenth Associate Representative to receive the fellowship and being honored alongside fellows from across the country. She will continue her involvement with the organization as Associate Director to the AIA Board of Directors starting in 2026.

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