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Endowed Landscape Architecture Innovation Fund created by Landscape Architecture Alum
Published on August 14, 2020
The new endowment has been initiated by Robert G. Chipman through the MSU Landscape Architecture Alumni and Advisory Board. -
Construction Management alum establishes endowment to support Housing Education Research Initiative
Published on August 14, 2020
Alan and Johanna Scott have established the Alan F. Scott Fund for the Housing Education Research Initiative to provide support for graduates, undergraduates, assistantships, educational programs and other needs for the initiative. -
MSU students receive honorable mention (3rd place) in 2019 Campus RainWorks Challenge Competition
Published on July 28, 2020
A MSU interdisciplinary student team led by Amanda Wakefield received Honorable Mention (3rd place) in the Master Plan category of the 2019 EPA Campus RainWorks Challenge student design competition. -
5 ways planning remains relevant during COVID-19
Published on July 17, 2020
A list of 5 ways that urban and regional planning are relevant during the novel coronavirus pandemic. -
SPDC Opposes SEVP’s Modifications
Published on July 10, 2020
On behalf of the School of Planning, Design and Construction, we strongly oppose the Student and Exchange Visitor Program’s (SEVP) modifications to temporary exemptions for nonimmigrant students taking online courses during the fall 2020 semester. -
MSU to establish Research Experience for Undergraduate (REU) Site in sociomobility
Published on July 8, 2020
Michigan State University will provide opportunities for a diverse group of talented undergraduate students from across the United States to engage in a wide range of research studies related to “sociomobility” as part of a recently funded grant. -
MSU alumnus Bill Johnson receives 2020 Landscape Architecture Foundation Medal
Published on June 17, 2020
William “Bill” Johnson, an alumnus of the Michigan State University Landscape Architecture program, was presented with the Landscape Architecture Foundation (LAF)’s Medal for his distinguished work applying the principles of sustainability to landscapes. -
Staying strong in uncertain times and fostering a culture of inclusion, trust, respect and empowerment
Published on June 4, 2020
SPDC Director Ming-Han Li shares an update and reflections from the past year -
Charles Parker Halligan’s impact on the MSU Landscape Architecture program
Published on May 22, 2020
The individuals who started Landscape Architecture at MSU in 1898 are all but forgotten, but Professor Charles Halligan should be remembered for his arrival and his growth of the program during its’ early stages at MSU. -
Landscape architecture student shares his 2020 study abroad experience
Published on May 20, 2020
Eunho Herron says: "Study aboard is such an essential experience for landscape architecture majors because it directly impacts the way we think and design. I cannot insist on how valuable and amazing the experience was. " -
Celebrating MSU Landscape Architecture program’s achievements, embracing change during novel coronavirus
Published on May 20, 2020
Landscape Architecture program Director Jun-Hyun Kim shares a program update. -
Assessing Landscape Architectural Research Universities
Published on May 20, 2020
According to Google Scholar, MSU was 7th in North America and 10th in the world for landscape research. -
How to move your community’s master plan process online: A case study
Published on May 15, 2020
A Collaborative Master Plan Process employs multiple online platforms, hears from a wide cross-section of residents, and never misses a beat. -
SPDC degree programs receive STEM designation
Published on May 8, 2020
Three SPDC degree programs in landscape architecture and urban and regional planning have received STEM designation. -
Leading the Landscape Architecture Alumni & Advisory Board during unprecedented times
Published on May 8, 2020
Michael Rein LAAAB president shares his experiences and reflections from the past year.