Student organizations at Tulane School of Architecture provide social, cultural, and professional support to students through events, meetings, publications, design projects, field trips, mentoring and other initiatives. Scroll below to learn more!

Tulane School of Architecture Student Government (TSASG)

TuSA Student Government is a student-run organization that is the connection between the student body and the administration within the School of Architecture. We are here to listen and act, whether it be through event programming, legislation, or fundraising. Basically, we are here for you – all undergraduate students in all academic programs – architecture, design, real estate, and social innovation and social entrepreneurship! We hold events like TGIFs, Student Work Gallery Auction, Design Symposium, and collaborative events with other organizations like Wellness Week and the Beaux Arts Ball!

TSASG's main goal is to organize and empower the TuSA student body by being accessible and holding programming that students enjoy!

TSASG is made up of an executive board (president, vice president, treasurer, and secretary) and representatives from each academic program and each year of the architecture program. General elections are typically held in the spring semester and elections for First Year Representative occur at the beginning of the fall semester. Current President: Alexa Trapani atrapani1@tulane.edu

Tulane School of Architecture Graduate Government (TSAGG)

The Tulane School of Architecture Graduate Government is an organization committed to strengthening the graduate student community by facilitating relationships between graduate students, faculty, administration, alumni, professionals and the community at large. Additionally, TSAGG is equipped to further empower the graduate body by providing necessary resources and connections. The funding of Student Initiated Projects (SIPs) is one tool TSAGG utilizes to meet this goal.

TSAGG has a major role in funding and hosting the Graduate Colloquium: a weekend social gathering for graduate students and visiting prospective graduate students. The colloquium helps prospective graduates gain a better, more personal sense of what it is like to attend the Tulane School of Architecture.

Current President: Analiese De Saw, adesaw@tulane.edu.

American Institute of Architecture Students (AIAS) 

The American Institute of Architecture Students is a student-run international organization focused on advancing leadership, design, and service among architecture students and schools. Chapters are able to share resources and advance professional and educational opportunities for all student members. Tulane's Chapter of AIAS provides students with professional development opportunities via access to conferences, design competitions, career expos, portfolio reviews, interview preparation, webinars, and partnered AIA New Orleans events!

Current President: Alexa Trapani, atrapani1@tulane.edu.

Alpha Rho Chi (APX)

Alpha Rho Chi is a professional, co-educational fraternity dedicated to the enhancement of the art, profession and understanding of architecture, the built environment and the allied arts. Founded in 1914, it continues to be the only professionally-oriented fraternity dedicated to not only networking, but also to fellowship and mentoring within the field. Represented by the Hadrian Chapter at Tulane, the chapter offers students valuable opportunities to interact with students from across the nation and around the world. Interested members may rush and pledge in either the fall or the spring. Membership is open to all students with passion for the field of architecture.

Current President: Isabel Baum, ibaum@tulane.edu.

National Organization of Minority Architecture Students (NOMAS)

The National Organization of Minority Architecture Students is a student organization that aims to foster communication among students of all  ethnicities, backgrounds, and cultures through the arts and design with the intention of using our skills to give positive contributions back to the community.

Current Leadership: Kris Smith, ksmith56@tulane.edu and Nia Fletcher, nfletcher@tulane.edu.

Tau Sigma Delta Honor Society

Tau Sigma Delta is a national honors society in architecture and allied arts open to fourth and fifth year students. Membership is based on scholarship, leadership, character, and creative ability. The Tulane chapter of Tau Sigma Delta is the continuation of an earlier organization called the Gargoyle Society.

The Charrette

Every year The Charrette seeks to explore representation, interactive installations, film, and other aspects of design through architecture, art, and writing. The editorial staff is comprised of students from all years who foster a collaborative studio culture and a supportive artistic environment. The Charrette encourages students to step back from their desks and consider the ways in which an architectural education influences their perception of the world beyond architecture school. Work featured in The Charrette is by undergraduate and graduate students, along with some faculty, highlighting a variety of skills and interests. Visit www.the-charrette.com.

Current Editors: Charlotte Kelley, ckelley2@tulane.edu and Kayleigh Macumber, kmacumber@tulane.edu.

Tulane Women in Architecture (TWIA)

Tulane Women in Architecture is a student group that reflects the interests of women and gender minority students in the School of Architecture and the greater body of undergraduate students of Newcomb-Tulane. They aim to enhance not only their educational and professional experiences, but also promote work-life balance. TWIA provides support and opportunities for women and gender minorities in the School of Architecture to connect to professionals in the field as well as create community in the school.

Current Presidents: Sophia Lindahl slindahl@tulane.edu, and Natalie Miller, nmiller8@tulane.edu.