On behalf of the RAIC Syllabus National Advisory Committee (SNAC), I am pleased to share an update on recent activities and progress in the RAIC Syllabus program.
The program continues to host welcome meetings at the start of each term. These well-attended sessions provide valuable opportunities to connect new students with the Syllabus community. The operational team will continue hosting these sessions twice per year.
The review and updating of Syllabus policies and procedures is ongoing to ensure continued alignment with program needs and to enhance the student experience. To further strengthen coordination, Athabasca University and the Syllabus administrative office have established quarterly review meetings to maintain consistent alignment and communication.
In October 2025, we welcomed three new SNAC members to the committee:
- Barry Johns (Syllabus Instructor)
- Brianna Lackie (Syllabus Student)
- Mallory Blaine (Syllabus Alumnus)
From the administrative side, the national office has launched new Student Progress Reports designed to support students currently enrolled in Studio courses and to prioritize those identified as most at risk.
SNAC continues to meet regularly. Recent discussions and outputs include:
- Publication of two graphics outlining the Syllabus organizational structure and geographic distribution of studios
- Review of course codes and potential adjustments to sequence alignment
- Development of a CERB workflow graphic
- Completion of the Syllabus Experience Survey analysis, capturing feedback from students and instructors to identify strengths and priority areas for improvement
- Monitoring potential impacts of the Manitoba Association of Architects’ by-law change (10.1.b) on Syllabus students
Looking ahead, SNAC’s next priorities include reviewing the transfer credit and thesis processes.
The Syllabus team remains committed to continuous improvement, alignment with academic and professional standards, and supporting the success of Syllabus students. These efforts reflect our ongoing commitment to maintaining a rigorous, responsive program that supports the professional growth of future architects across Canada.
On behalf of the Syllabus National Advisory Committee,
Gordon Richards, ARCHITECT AIBC, CP, FRAIC
Chair, SNAC
SNAC@raic.org