His influence has been felt through his work in design – his buildings can be seen and appreciated throughout Alaska. And professional leadership distinguished Jon, too; he was an excellent role model for each of us. For many years he was instrumental in helping to foster the next generation of aspiring Alaskan architects through his involvement with AIA Alaska’s Northern Design Course and through numerous positions of leadership within AIA Alaska. Jon was active, too in community organizations that sought to promote economic and cultural activity in Alaska. These contributions; Jon’s work and service, have exemplified that which we aspire to see in Alaska’s architects and we know that this award will come to be known as one of our chapter’s highest professional honors. In 2005, it was with great humility that we, the members of the AIA Alaska Committee of Fellows honored our distinguished colleague by establishing this award in his name: The Jon Kumin Award for Excellence in Architecture.