Students

Membership
If you are enrolled at a university, college or post-secondary technical school and are actively pursuing a degree in fields associated with venue management or operations and are not employed full-time at a member venue or supplier company, you can join IAVM join IAVM as a Student Member for $75.  

Networking
Establish relationships with leaders in venue management around the world by connecting to them at face-to-face conferences or through VenueNet, the industry’s only social media platform.

Internships
IAVM provides an active list of potential internships that help you get your foot in the door of venue management. Check our listings in the IAVM News or our updated announcements.

Scholarships
IAVM offers a variety of scholarships to students for participating in our annual VenueConnect, provided by the IAVM Foundation, Performing Arts Management Conference and Venue Management School through IAVM Regions.

Chapters
Chapters Meetings are grassroots initiatives with Region affiliation designed to enhance member value and to strengthen the industry. These small groups are instrumental in networking and continuing professional development. Visit our Chapters site for details.

IAVM Mentor Connector Program
Mentor Connector matches an experienced mentor venue manager who has demonstrated competency with an individual protégé who has identified a professional development need. Together they create a one-on-one, 12-month program tailored to improve the skill set of the protégé and enhance the mentor’s contribution to the industry. Learn more on our Mentor Connector page.

Certified Facilities Executive (CFE)
The CFE program began in 1976 to recognize excellence in the professional development and competence of public venue managers. The CFE designation says that a venue executive is a skilled manager who is committed to the industry and pledged to continual professional growth and development. Managers who earn the CFE designation are recognized, by those inside and outside the industry, as experts in their profession. Learn how you can become a CFE.
 
Textbook
If you are a venue management student, the 2nd Edition Public Assembly Facility Management: Principles & Practices Textbook is a great resource. Colleges and universities use this text for their classroom, see a complete list. As an IAVM Student Member you’ll receive a discount on ordering the textbook. You’ll pay the low price of $85, plus shipping. (We’ll need a photo of the textbook)

Research & Study Help
IAVM offers three great resources to help you with your requirements for class. The first is an online bibliography that will direct you to the resources you need to earn excellent grades.

IAVM Archives
A fully searchable database that allows you to find references for library and other archived venue management information. Many links take you to articles published in IAVM’s official magazine, Facility Manager.

IAVM Glossary of Terms
Available in a wiki format, the IAVM Glossary is fully searchable and is frequently updated. Access it easily and quickly online or purchase a softbound book.

Facility Manager 101: Best Articles
The Facility Manager 101 Best Articles book is the product of industry professionals who are committed to the advancement and continual education of those in the venue industry.

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Faculty

Membership
If you are employed as a member of the faculty at accredited, post-secondary educational institutions, providing instructions and training in disciplines and areas associated with the venue industry, you may join IAVM as an Faculty Member for $125.

Networking
Establish relationships with other faculty in venue management around the world by connecting to them at face-to-face conferences conferences or through VenueNet, the industry’s only social media platform.

Internships
If you’re looking for interns, IAVM provides the right place for you to advertise for qualified candidates. The free service is available online. Check our listings in our updated announcements .

Scholarships
IAVM offers a variety of scholarships to students for participating in our annual VenueConnect, provided by the IAVM Foundation, Performing Arts Management Conference and Venue Management School through IAVM Regions.

Chapters
Chapters Meetings are grassroots initiatives with Region affiliation designed to enhance member value and to strengthen the industry. These small groups are instrumental in networking and continuing professional development. Visit our Chapters site for details.

IAVM Mentor Connector Program
Mentor Connector matches an experienced mentor venue manager who has demonstrated competency with an individual protégé who has identified a professional development need. Together they create a one-on-one, 12-month program tailored to improve the skill set of the protégé and enhance the mentor’s contribution to the industry. Learn more on our Mentor Connector page.

Certified Facilities Executive (CFE)
The CFE program began in 1976 to recognize excellence in the professional development and competence of public venue managers. The CFE designation says that a venue executive is a skilled manager who is committed to the industry and pledged to continual professional growth and development. Managers who earn the CFE designation are recognized, by those inside and outside the industry, as experts in their profession. Learn how you can become a CFE.
 
Textbook
If you are a venue management instructor, the 2nd Edition Public Assembly Facility Management: Principles & Practices Textbook is a great resource. Several colleges and universities use this text for their classroom studies. As an IAVM Faculty Member you’ll receive a free review copy to determine whether you would like to choose this textbook for your students. Request your free copy here.

Once you adopt the book your University Bookstore will receive a 35% discount on bulk orders. You’ll pay only $75 /book plus shipping. Direct your bookstore to this site to order.  

Companion materials are free and include tools and resources to build an engaging and effective lesson plan:

To receive these free tools, please send an email message to Kristie Todd or call her at 972-538-1016.

Research & Study Help
IAVM offers two great resources for you to use in instruction for your students.

IAVM Archives
A fully searchable database allows you to find references for library and other archived venue management information. Many links take you to articles published in IAVM’s official magazine, Facility Manager.

IAVM Glossary of Terms venuenet.iavm.org/resources/glossary/alphabeticaltab/
Available in a wiki format, the IAVM Glossary is fully searchable and is frequently updated. Access it easily and quickly online or purchase a softbound book.

Facility Manager 101: Best Articles
The Facility Manager 101 Best Articles book is the product of industry professionals who are committed to the advancement and continual education of those in the venue industry.

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List of Universities & Colleges Using IAVM’s Textbook and More Than 10 IAVM Student Members

List of Universities & Colleges Using IAVM’s Textbook

Alvernia University ‒ Reading, Pennsylvania Brigham Young University ‒ Provo, Utah California State University at Fresno ‒ Fresno, California Cleveland State University ‒ Cleveland, Ohio Columbia University ‒ New York City, New York Coppin State University ‒ Baltimore, Maryland Dean College ‒ Franklin, Massachusetts East Stroudsburg University ‒ East Stroudsburg, Pennsylvania East Texas Baptist University ‒ Marshall, Texas George Mason University ‒ Fairfax, Virginia George Washington University ‒ Washington, DC Georgetown University ‒ Washington, DC Georgia State University ‒ Atlanta, Georgia Hofstra University ‒ Hempstead, New York Johnson & Wales University, Charlotte ‒ Charlotte, North Carolina Johnson & Wales University, Colorado ‒ Denver, Colorado Johnson & Wales University, North Miami ‒ North Miami, Florida Johnson & Wales University, Providence ‒ Providence, Rhode Island Laurentian University ‒ Ontario, Canada Macomb Community College ‒ Warren, Michigan Malone University ‒ Canton, Ohio Millikin University ‒ Decatur, Illinois Minnesota State University Moorhead ‒ South Moorhead, Minnesota Niagara University ‒ Niagara University, New York Northwestern University ‒ Chicago, Illinois Northwood University ‒ Cedar Hill, Texas Saint Leo University ‒ Saint Leo, Florida San Diego Mesa College ‒ San Diego, California San Diego State University  ‒ San Diego, California Southern Methodist University ‒ Dallas, Texas University of Dallas ‒ Irving, Texas University of Massachusetts ‒ Amherst, Massachusetts University of Miami ‒ Coral Gables, Florida University of Minnesota ‒ West Dock Minneapolis, Minnesota University of Nevada Las Vegas ‒ Las Vegas, Nevada University of North Florida ‒ Jacksonville, Florida University of Oregon ‒ Eugene, Oregon University of South Carolina ‒ Columbia, South Carolina University of Tampa ‒ Tampa, Florida Virginia Commonwealth University ‒ Richmond, Virginia Western Kentucky University ‒ Bowling Green, Kentucky Winthrop University ‒ Rock Hill, South Carolina

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