New York, NY — Frances Halsband, FAIA, has been named the 61st Chancellor of the College of Fellows of the American Institute of Architects. A groundbreaking designer with a passion for equity and inclusion, Halsband accepted the role during an inauguration ceremony on Friday, December 9th at the American Institute of Architects (AIA) headquarters in Washington, DC. Members of the College of Fellows elected Halsband Chancellor based on her leadership and service to the AIA, the profession of architecture, and her community involvement.