TAMU Landscape Architecture & Urban Planning

Dr. Ivis García, associate professor of urban planning, co-authored “Engaging Spanish-Speaking Latinos with Urban Parks in Salt Lake City,” a recently published article in the Multidisciplinary Digital Publishing Institute (MDPI) World Journal. Using Salt Lake City, Utah as a case study, the article delves into the relationship between Spanish-speaking Latinos and urban parks, and the potential challenges these communities face regarding park accessibility, inclusivity, and cultural vibrancy. Access the full article at tx.ag/IGjournal.

The School of Architecture is currently hosting Camp ARCH, a week-long summer camp where high school students interested in architecture, construction science, or landscape architecture and urban planning encounter educational and social opportunities mirroring the student experience in the School of Architecture. Gig ‘em! #summercamp #camparch #landscapearchitecture #urbanplanning

Dr. Tara B. Goddard, associate professor of landscape architecture and urban planning, and Dr. Thomas W. Sanchez, professor of landscape architecture and urban planning, were recently elevated to tenured professors by the School of Architecture. A distinguished honor and important career accolade in academia, a tenure recognition demonstrates significant leadership, achievements, and impact on a scholar’s focus of study. Read more on the awardees at tx.ag/tenure24.  Congratulations!

Dr. Galen Newman, professor and head of the landscape architecture department, was featured in an article by the Environmental Defense Fund for his research on flood mitigation using green infrastructure and nature-based solutions. An expert on mitigating the extreme weather effects of climate change with the use of landscape architecture and urban planning, Galen discusses his team’s green infrastructure plan for Galena Park, a Houston-area community vulnerable to flooding and chemical runoff due to nearby industrial complexes. The green infrastructure plan involves the use of vegetated ditches, tree boxes, and curb cuts to minimize and redirect stormwater runoff. Read the full article at tx.ag/GNEDF. #landscapearchitecture #climatechange #floodmitigation

Multiple students from the Department of Landscape Architecture and Urban Planning received awards at the 2024 Texas ASLA (American Society of Landscape Architects) Conference, which took place April 24-26 in Austin, Texas. Both Masters of Landscape Architecture and Bachelors of Landscape Architecture students worked individually and in teams on research projects centered around landscape architecture principles. The winning students, the names of their projects, and the awards they received are listed below. Merit Award: Lauren Kasel, Kayla Bennett, Sydney Puentes, Riley Simmons, Oscar Trevino. “Defining Deer Park.” Award of Merit: Jose Zapata, Brian Schoppe, Cole Bishop, Blake Alexander. “Ecohaven: Nurturing community health & ecology in suburban Texas.” Award of Excellence: Jiang Zheng. “Restoring the Lost Resacas: Wetland Restoration in the Lower Rio Grande Valley, Texas.” Award of Excellence: Jiwoon Jeong, Yeankyoung Hahm, Jaechang Ko, Suryeon Kim, John Oh. “Restoring the Lost Resacas: Wetland Restoration in the Lower Rio Grande Valley, Texas.” Award of Honor: Yinglan Hao, Zipeng Guo “Urban Park Optimization for Night-time Use - Austin, Texas.”

Congratulations to all School of Architecture students that made the Spring 2024 Dean's List! Keep up the great work! Read more at tx.ag/spring24deans. 

William “Chip” Winslow, professor of landscape architecture and urban planning, was awarded the Jot D. Carpenter Teaching Medal from the American Society of Landscape Architects (ASLA). Throughout his career, Winslow has used his expertise in landscape architecture to educate many students and professionals. Congratulations!

Dr. Yang Song, assistant professor of landscape architecture and urban planning, recently received the American Society of Landscape Architects (ASLA) New York Chapter Merit Award in Research for his project titled "Why Do We Love the High Line Park? A Lesson from Big Data." In collaboration with Jessica Fernandez and Ruiqi Yang at the University of Georgia, the project provides concise data that can be used to market the importance of parks and their impacts to key community leaders. Congratulations! #landscapearchitecture #newyork

Dr. Galen Newman, professor and head of the landscape architecture department, recently received the Great Places Book Award from the Environmental Design Research Association (EDRA) for his book titled “Landscape Architecture for Sea Level Rise: Innovative Global Solutions.” Dr. Galen Newman discusses public space and social challenges with regard to climate change in his book, which was selected for this award due to its human-centered and sustainable approach that showcases expertise in design and research. Congratulations!

Dr. Xinyue Ye, professor of urban planning, was recently featured in an article by Texas A&M Today for his research on the use of 3D visualization technology to identify the potential outcomes of hurricane flooding before it occurs. The technology, based on real-time weather forecasting, can improve safety and reduce damage-inflicted costs from extreme weather events. Read more at tx.ag/XY3D. #research #hurricane