Yes! All students, no matter if they are dues paying members of the AIAS (or any other student architecture organization) are welcome at our conference. However, it is worth noting that registration for non-members is higher than that of members.

Yes! Just as much as we are focused on current students of architecture programs, we are also focused on recent and new graduates. You’ll find that we have a discounted rate for Alumni under the “Registration” tab, which starts at just $65 with Early Bird pricing.

Yes! Since the South Quad does not have a Quad Conference this year, the Planning Team has extended an open invitation to South Quad (and the others) students to attend. We believe that it is important that all students across the AIAS are exposed to the unique opportunities.

No, lodging must be booked separately. However, we’ve secured a special rate of $215/night at The Westin Crown Center with rooms that can accommodate up to four attendees. We encourage all attendees to reserve rooms at the conference hotel as conference events have been planned around the location.

Kansas City International Airport (MCI) is approximately 25 minutes from the hotel by car. Rideshare options, including Ubers and taxis are available. Public Transportation is also offered - take the 229 Bus to 12th and Baltimore followed by the Streetcar from Metro Center to Union Station.

Yes, the hotel has direct access to the free KC Streetcar, which we will be using throughout the Conference to get from event to event. Please note that certain sessions and tours might require Ubering/driving or taking the Bus.