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Published on:

May 20, 2026

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NewSchool Graduate Phoenix Robledo Awarded AIA Medal for Academic Excellence

Pheonix Robledo

At NewSchool of Architecture & Design, great design begins with curiosity, vision, and the courage to imagine something better. Those qualities are what make architecture more than buildings and spaces. They are what shape communities, experiences, and the future itself.

This year, NewSchool is proud to celebrate Master of Architecture graduate Phoenix Robledo as the recipient of the prestigious AIA Medal for Academic Excellence.

Presented annually by The American Institute of Architects, the award recognizes top graduating architecture students whose work and design thinking demonstrate exceptional promise in shaping the built environment. The honor reflects not only academic achievement, but also the creativity, innovation, and leadership that define the next generation of architects.

For Phoenix, the recognition represents years of dedication, exploration, and commitment to the craft of architecture. Throughout the Master of Architecture program, Phoenix demonstrated a passion for thoughtful design and a forward-thinking approach to the ways architecture can influence how people live, connect, and experience the world around them.

As the architectural industry continues to evolve in response to environmental and social challenges, emerging designers play an increasingly important role in creating spaces that are both functional and deeply human. The AIA Medal for Academic Excellence celebrates students who are prepared to meet that responsibility with vision and purpose.

NewSchool is honored to recognize Phoenix Robledo for this incredible accomplishment and looks forward to witnessing the impact their work will have on the future of architecture and design.

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