All full-time degree students at the Center are members. The annual student fee funds these projects and awards. Students are represented at all levels of the Center through Atelier's appointees on the Board of Directors and related committees. Participation Atelier's activities provide many opportunities for students, regardless of background or experience. Each May the students elect the following year's officers, who serve from September to September.
All students are eligible to be nominated to run for any of the positions.
Committee representatives are designated by Atelier from among qualified student volunteers to serve for an annual term. Other positions may be created by Atelier as needed for a particular activity or from year to year. Through both local and national representation on the major architectural boards and organizations, the AIAS is able to pursue issues of importance and voice the opinions of students of architecture. AIAS members also have an opportunity to participate in regional and national programs and events with fellow architecture students. Local AIAS officers are elected at the end of the school year, and membership is open to all.