Charlotte, NC | Charleston, SC | Columbia, SC | Greensboro, High Point & Winston Salem, NC | Raleigh, Durham & Chapel Hill, NC | Greenville & Spartanburg, SC |
CAMPUS CENTERS
Appalachian State University, Queens University of Charlotte, UNC Greensboro, Western Carolina University, Winthrop University
IIDA STUDENT MEMBERSHIP
WHY JOIN: Ignite your professional design future.
As a Student Member, you will be part of a passionate, motivated, and exclusive organization of Interior Design industry leaders.
Student membership brings opportunities for expanding your understanding of industry standards and trends as you exchange new ideas with other members and establish your own network of peer and mentor relationships. IIDA students increase their earning potential, build professional credibility, connect with other interior designers, and learn from industry professionals. Membership demonstrates your commitment to advancing the industry of interior design and helps jumpstart your career.
HOW IT WORKS:
IIDA Student Membership supports students studying interior design as they work to develop their skills, experience, and connections. Our educational and professional resources go beyond those available in traditional campus settings, giving prospective interior designers better opportunities to thrive after graduation.
- Accessible and affordable membership
- Simple application process
- Mentoring and job shadowing with industry professionals and established design firms
- On-campus student centers
- Network-building opportunities with other passionate students
- Educational and volunteer events
- Student design competitions with industry prestige and cash prizes
APPALACHIAN STATE CONTACTS
Alex Poorman
Faculty Advisor
poormanja@appstate.edu
Kelly Garoutte
Campus Center President
garouttekl@appstate.edu
QUEENS UNIVERSITY OF CHARLOTTE CONTACTS
Jordana Psiloyenis, NCIDQ, IDEC
Faculty Advisor
psiloyenisj@queens.edu
Esther Monahan
Campus Center President
monahane@queens.edu
UNC GREENSBORO CONTACTS
Stephen Skorski
Faculty Advisor
sskorski@uncg.edu
Aida Zamani
Campus Center President
adzamani@uncg.edu
WESTERN CAROLINA UNIVERSITY CONTACTS
Shelly Gregg
Faculty Advisor
lgregg@email.wcu.edu
Shani Kitchen
Campus Center President
sfkitchen2@catamount.wcu.edu
WINTHROP UNIVERSITY CONTACTS
Quintel Gwinn
Faculty Advisor
gwinnq@winthrop.edu
Addie Johnson
Campus Center President
addiesj3@gmail.com
STUDENT SPOTLIGHT
Winner of 2023 shining star award
Jordyn Brewington | Class of 2024
B.S in Interior Architecture at University of North Carolina at Greensboro
Jordyn Brewington is a currently working towards her Masters in Architecture at NC State University. In 2023, she served as the President of the UNCG IIDA Campus Center. Prior to this role, she also served as the Campus Center Vice President. Throughout her time in both roles, Jordyn demonstrated an impressive amount of time management, leadership, passion, and professionalism. She has continued to lead her peers with knowledge and poise as she furthers the reach of IIDA Carolinas. She has also represented our Chapter at various chapter and national events, and thoughtfully contributed to our Board of Directors, advocating for all students across the Carolinas. Jordyn graduated from UNCG in the Spring of 2024 with a Bachelors in Interior Architecture.
EVENT SPOTLIGHT
Neocon
IIDA Carolinas sent two student members to Neocon 2019. They participated in the IIDA Design Charette, and Kaitlyn James, IIDA Carolinas Student Member from WCU, was on one of the winning team, making two years of consecutive wins for our chapter.
Western Carolina University
One of our campus centers hosted a fabulous student event this year with guest speaker Cheryl Durst. It was an amazing event for our chapter and for our students.