Student Chapter of the

AMERICAN SOCIETY OF INTERIOR DESIGNERS

 
 
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What is ASID?

The American Society of Interior designers (ASID) is the oldest and largest professional organization for interior designers.  ASID was established in 1975 resulting from a merger of two interior design associations formed in 1931.  With more than 30,500 members, ASID establishes a common identity for professionals and businesses in the field of interior design.  Most ASID design consultants specify the products and services used in their design work, and more than 70 percent of ASID professional designers own or manage their own design firms.

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Why choose ASID?

ASID's commitment to education is long standing.  In the 1970's, ASID established the Foundation for Interior Design Education Research (FIDER), now an independent agency, which accredits interior design programs at more than 200 colleges and universities.  Students receive valuable professional and leadership training skills through their ASID membership.  Members of the Student Advisory Council give advice on programs such as the ASID Student Gathering, the ASID Job Fair, and many more.  Also, the quarterly student newsletter, ACCESS, keeps students informed about issues related to the interior design profession.

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Chapter Information

The University of Central Arkansas Student Chapter of the American Society of Interior Designers (UCA Student Chapter ASID) is proud to be part of the South Central District of ASID formerly known as the Louisiana District.  Mississippi and Louisiana are also part of the South Central District.

Our chapter is a non-profit, unincorporated membership association, organized and existing under authorization granted by the American Society of Interior Designers, since 1994.  We strive to provide opportunities for chapter officers and members to attend as many trips, conferences, and functions as possible.  These are greatly funded by our local chapter fundraising efforts. 

UCA Student Chapter ASID Officers 2004-2005

Back Row:  Rachel Albritton, Student Representative to the Board for Louisiana, Mississippi and Arkansas; Brandon Hargraves, President; Becca Cagle, Treasurer
Front Row:  Shelli Warford, Secretary; Sarah Johnson, President-Elect
 
                                      UCA ASID Student Chapter Meeting 
                                 in the Mirror Room-McAlister Hall

 
Toni Johnson, Advisor
450-5952
Jennifer Whitehead, Advisor
450-5957

Note:  For additional information, please contact the advisors or officers.

Chapter Objectives:

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To foster an appreciation and understanding of the ideas and objectives of the society, and to promote and forward them within the territory of this chapter.

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To foster and promote fellowship, cooperation, and a spirit of unity between students and professionals through communication and programming between members of the student chapter and the ASID professional chapter.

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To emphasize and promote professional rather than social aspects of student activities on campus.

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To enlarge the student's understanding of the present and future scope of interior design practice.

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To facilitate the preparation of students to assume the responsibility of Allied and Professional Member ship in the Society.

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To represent the students collectively in all extracurricular matters relative to faculty, profession, and other campus organization.

Chapter Membership Requirements:

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Student studying a minimum requirement of 45 hours in interior design.

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Fill out application and pay yearly dues.

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Membership is on an annual basis from September 1st through August 31st.

Meetings:
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Professional meetings are held the 1st Thursday of every month.

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Chapter meetings are held the 3rd Tuesday of every month in the Mirror Room with special speakers from various backgrounds.

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Members are encouraged to attend as many meetings as possible.

  

 
                                                                    Student Chapter ASID Activities 
 
ASID Executive Committee
September 10, 2002
UCA- Conway, Arkansas
Top Row:  Toni Johnson, Advisor
Jennifer Whitehead, Advisor
Botton Row:  Stephanie Barnes, Secretary
Sandy Carter, President
Shannon Rowe, President-Elect
Emily Yawn, Treasurer
                          ADVISORS
 
The University of Central Arkansas
Conway, Arkansas, Student Chapter 
of the American Society of Interior Designers
MALLORY~NEELY HOUSE
Memphis Tennessee
 
Built circa 1852, this 25-room Italian villa-style mansion was home to the Isaac Kirtland, Benjamin Babb, James C. Neely, Daniel Grant, and Barton Lee Mallory families between 1852 and 1969.  Extensively renovated during the 1880s and 1890s.  It contains original furnishings and carefully~preserved decorative treatments which illustrate the Victorians' love of lavish interior decor.  Listed in the National Register of Historic Places in 1972, it became a museum in 1973.
 
ASID STUDENT CHAPTER GROUP 
 
ASID student chapter group from UCA and chapter advisors on the front steps of the Mallory~Neely House during the group's visit toMemphis, Tennessee.
 

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