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January 2026

2026 Brinkmann Scholarship + Design Challenge

Gensler is excited to announce the 2026 Brinkmann Scholarship + Design Challenge. The Brinkmann Scholarship is an annual award that honors Don Gensler's legacy of nurturing emerging talent to support the education of emerging design talent. Talented students enrolled in a U.S. interior design program who are entering their final year are encouraged to apply for the Gensler Brinkmann Scholarship. Finalists and winners may also be considered for paid internships in a Gensler office during the summer of 2026.
 
For information, including the application process, eligibility details, and FAQs, please visit the ‘How to Apply’ webpage: How To Apply.

Please reach out to scholarships@gensler.com for any questions.

December 2025

2025-2026 ASID Student Portfolio Competition

The ASID Student Portfolio Competition showcases the nation's finest collection of student design projects, highlighting exceptional thought, innovation, and creativity. Submissions are evaluated on concept, content, context, and execution. Submissions will be accepted between Dec. 3, 2025, and Feb. 4, 2026.
 
For more details and to apply, please visit the ASID Student Portfolio Competition webpage.

2025 ALC Senior Living Design Scholarship | Applications are Due by Dec. 1, 2025

The Ageless Living Collaborative, ALC, is pleased to announce the opening of applications for the 2025 ALC Senior Living Design Scholarship, proudly sponsored by Samuelson Furniture. This scholarship recognizes and supports interior design students dedicated to creating environments that enrich and improve the lives of older adults.
Two scholarships of $5,000 each will be awarded to outstanding students who demonstrate creativity, compassion, and a strong commitment to advancing design for aging populations.
Application deadline: Dec. 1, 2025 | Link to Apply: ALC Scholarship 2025 Application

November 2025

Nov. 12, 6–8 p.m.: Dallas NEWH Students of Design Night

Woodright Showroom
425 Regal Row, Dallas, TX, 75247
Students, register now on the NEWH Dallas Design Night webpage. 
Questions? Contact Traci, tracireed@premierpm.com.

Accreditation

The interior design program leading to the B.F.A. in Interior Design is accredited by the Council for Interior Design Accreditation, www.accredit-id.org, 206 César E. Chávez Ave SW, Suite 350, Grand Rapids, MI, 49503.

The CIDA-accredited program prepares students for entry-level interior design practice, for advanced study, and to apply for membership in professional interior design organizations. The B.F.A. in Interior Design granted by the University of North Texas meets the educational requirement for eligibility to sit for the National Council for Interior Design Qualification Examination (NCIDQ Exam). For more information about NCIDQ Exam eligibility visit: https://www.cidq.org/eligibility-requirements.