Events
Design Charrette with DesignWorkshop - In partnership with DesignWorkshop, we conducted an intensive design charrette focused on reimagining the NC A&T campus landscape. Students collaborated with professionals to develop sustainable landscape concepts, including a vision to increase the campus's tree canopy from 3% to 35%. This charrette provided valuable experience in master planning and sustainable development.

Toyota Environmental Education Forest Project - Senior students are designing an environmental education project on Toyota North Carolina's 300-acre woodland in Liberty, NC. Tentatively called "Tranquility Trails" or "Wild Wonderwoods," the design includes nature trails, educational stations, and overlooks, offering a space for children to connect with nature. Toyota executives praised the project for aligning with their sustainability goals, demonstrating our program's commitment to environmental stewardship.

ASLA National Conference Participation -- Our juniors and seniors attended the ASLA National Conference, participating in sessions, networking, and engaging with industry leaders. Each student reflected on their experiences, which supported their professional growth and broadened their perspectives on current landscape architecture trends.

 
Benbow Park Community Master Planning Workshop -- Six senior students led a workshop with ten local residents, helping them envision the future of Benbow Park in Greensboro. Residents created master plans that guided the students' design work, providing a park concept rooted in community needs. This exercise offered students hands-on experience in community engagement and responsive design.

Scholarships
Charles Fountain Endowed Scholarship - This scholarship supports students from underrepresented backgrounds pursuing careers in landscape architecture. With an endowment goal of $3,000 annually, the scholarship underscores our commitment to diversity and inclusion, supporting students in need and nurturing new talent in the field.
LAF Ignite Scholarship Finalist - Sophomore Jaliyah 'Penny' Shepherd was named a finalist for the LAF Ignite Scholarship, which supports BIPOC students. Penny's achievement highlights her dedication and reflects our program's supportive environment for students pursuing national opportunities.

Awards
ASLA Student Design Awards - Toyota Environmental Education Project - Our senior students are submitting the Toyota Environmental Education Forest project for the ASLA Student Design Awards in the Residential Design category. This innovative project aligns with our focus on sustainability and experiential learning, offering students a platform to showcase their skills on a national level.

Community Praise for Charlotte Hawkins Brown Memorial Project - Our Landscape Architecture program completed a two-year project to honor civil rights activist Charlotte Hawkins Brown. Unveiled at her gravesite on the Charlotte Hawkins Brown Museum grounds, the project includes plantings, stonework, and commemorative plaques. Funded by the General Federation of Women's Clubs, this project highlights our commitment to preserving history and cultural heritage.

Program Highlights
Digital Twin Project - Landscape Modeling for Sustainability - Our Digital Twin Project focuses on data-driven landscape modeling for sustainable, high-performance landscapes. Concentrating on pre-design assessment and site design, the project prepares students to tackle contemporary landscape challenges.

Sedalia Park Design Collaboration - Partnering with the Sedalia Town Council, our students designed a community park combining environmental education and recreation. This project underscores our dedication to serving the community and allows students to gain experience in site planning, public engagement, and ecological design.

Charlotte Hawkins Brown Memorial Gravesite Restoration - This two-year project honors Charlotte Hawkins Brown's legacy, featuring plantings, stonework, and plaques at her gravesite. Led by senior students, the project received significant praise from Palmer Memorial Institute alumni and underscores our focus on historical and cultural preservation.

Scanlonville Cultural Landscape Project - This project commemorates the heritage of Scanlonville, a historically significant African American community. Using culturally responsive design elements, students explore the community's legacy, underscoring our commitment to preserving historical narratives through landscape architecture.