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2025 Aga Khan Award for Architecture Sets Groundbreaking Jury Line-Up

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London, UK — The prestigious Aga Khan Award for Architecture has recently announced the panel of members for its 2025 jury, marking a notable moment in the architectural community. This announcement brings together a diverse group of experts from around the world, each with a deep understanding of the nuances that define sustainable and culturally aware architectural design. Established in 1977 by Aga Khan IV, the award aims to identify and encourage building concepts that successfully address the needs and aspirations of societies in which Muslims have a significant presence. The prize is awarded every … Read more

Global Architectural Visionaries Convene for the Prestigious 2025 Aga Khan Architecture Award Jury

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Geneva, Switzerland – The prestigious Aga Khan Award for Architecture, renowned for its significant contributions to the architectural landscape, has unveiled the nine distinguished professionals that make up the Master Jury for its 2023-2025 cycle. This independent panel bears the responsibility of deliberating on the renowned US$1 million award, set to convene in January to begin evaluating a diverse range of projects submitted globally. The panel boasts an impressive array of global talent including Azra Akšamija, a MIT professor and Director of the Art, Culture and Technology Program; Noura Al-Sayeh Holtrop who serves as an … Read more

Global Architects Convene to Judge $1 Million Aga Khan Architecture Award, Elevating Cultural and Innovative Design

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Geneva, Switzerland – The esteemed Aga Khan Award for Architecture, celebrated for recognizing innovative architectural projects that meet societal, cultural, and environmental needs, has announced its jury for the 2025 competition. Set to convene this January, the Master Jury will assess a plethora of projects submitted globally for the prestigious $1 million prize. Leading figures in global architecture and academia comprise the nine-member panel for the 16th cycle of the award, ranging from university professors to founders of significant cultural and architectural initiatives. Among them is Azra Akšamija, a cultural practitioner and the Director of … Read more

Colorado Law Professor Wins Prestigious Milstein Award for Groundbreaking Book on American Governance

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Boulder, CO – The University of Colorado Law School announced that Professor Pierre Schlag has received the prestigious 2024 Jules Milstein Scholarship Award. Schlag’s notable work, “Twilight of the American State,” critically examines the complexities of governance in the U.S., moving beyond traditional notions of liberal democracy. Published by the University of Michigan Press, Schlag’s book delves deep into an analysis of the American state, proposing that its legal and governmental operations extend far beyond the confines of liberal democracy. He explores the deeper bureaucratic mechanics and the growing influence of neoliberalist practices within public … Read more