Community Mission
The mission of the SAME Architectural Practice Community of Interest (COI) is to promote architectural practice within SAME, broaden the organization’s exposure in the architectural community, increase the role of architecture within military/federal facilities, and recruit more architects, along with expanding networking and mentoring opportunities.
Join the SAME Engage AP NetworkCOI Objectives
- Enhance the Role of Architecture: Strengthen the role of architecture in military and federal facility design, construction, and management to improve functionality and sustainability.
- Foster Professional Development: Provide educational resources and professional development opportunities to support architects in their careers and within the SAME network.
- Promote Collaboration: Encourage collaboration between architects, engineers, and other professionals to create integrated solutions for facility challenges.
- Expand Networking Opportunities: Facilitate networking events, mentorship programs, and other forums to help architects build connections within SAME and the broader architectural community.
- Advocate for Architectural Practices: Raise awareness and advocate for the importance of architectural contributions in military and federal projects.
- Support Recruitment of Architects: Actively recruit architects to join SAME, contributing to the growth and diversity of expertise within the organization.
Community Chair
Laurie Whitney
Mead & Hunt
Chair Elect: Darryl Moser, TranSystems, Inc.
Immediate Past Chair: Cathy Otis, Gannett Fleming
Vice Chair, Secretary: Juste Gatari, Moody Nolan
Vice Chair, COI Liaison: Hugh Darville, Gensler
Vice Chair, Programs: John Somerville, Leo A Daly; Jose Matute, Gurri Matute PA
Vice Chair, Communications: Juste Gatari, Moody Nolan
Vice Chair, Post Liaison: Cathy Otis, Gannett Fleming
Vice Chair, Education: Karl Stumpf, Corgan Associates
Vice Chair, AIA Collaboration: Ed Gauvreau, F. SAME, USACE
Vice Chair, Industry Government Engagements: Col. Paula Loomis, F. SAME, The Urban Collaborative
SAME National Office POC: Ree Miskimon, CPSM, FSMPS
SAME National Webinars
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Identifying and Solving Vapor Intrusion Problems at Military Sites
Vapor intrusion (VI) is a common exposure pathway to be considered when redeveloping, building, or renovating buildings on land that includes active and closed military bases. -
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Application of Leadership Principles by SAME Post Presidents
Twelve months as Post President, leading other hard-charging volunteers while still working your own full-time job. “No sweat!”…”Easy peasy!”…or so you might think. -
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PFAS Water Treatment Technologies: Costs and Challenges
Join us for an insightful webinar on PFAS water treatment technologies with a focus on cost implications, hosted by the SAME Industry-Government Engagement (IGE) PFAS team. -
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Stacking the Deck with Modular Construction
The pandemic, rising construction costs, and skilled labor shortages have highlighted the potential of modular construction as an alternative to conventional construction and project delivery. The promise of quality construction, budget-friendly products, combined with the challenge of accelerated project schedules are making headlines in design and construction journals.
I love to serve the Society with my fellow SAME architects for such a good cause and along the way develop a strong bond both professionally and personally with these people. I can truly call them my friends.
J.J. Tang, FAIA, F.SAME, Chair, SAME Architectural Practice Committee 2013-2016