TAMU Landscape Architecture & Urban Planning

What if networking could be both engaging and productive? That's exactly what we achieved at Aggie Workshop! Industry professionals, faculty, and students collaborated to discuss and tackle real-world challenges. The event fostered valuable connections and generated innovative solutions. #aggieworkshop #networking #problemsolving #collaboration 

This year's Career Fair brought together students and top employers for a day of networking, career exploration and industry insights. Connections were made, opportunities were discovered and the future of urban and landscape design is brighter than ever! A huge thank you to everyone who participated—your engagement and passion drive innovation in the field.

Our career fair is happening on February 20 at the Hall of Champions in Kyle Field, bringing together 60+ top employers eager to connect with students and future professionals! Read more.    https://lnkd.in/gfMj7D7C

Mariah P. ’26, a Landscape Architecture major and president of the Student American Society of Landscape Architects (ASLA) at TAMU, shares insights into the organization’s impact. Through ASLA, students engage in professional networking at the LUP Career Fair, connect with industry leaders, and participate in a mentorship program that supports career development. Beyond professional growth, the organization fosters teamwork and collaboration, helping members refine their skills and achieve their career goals. Thank you, Mariah, for your leadership and dedication to the landscape architecture community at TAMU! #tamu #studentorg

Nearly 40 firms have already registered for this year’s event, offering exceptional opportunities for networking and recruitment in the fields of landscape architecture and urban planning. A special thanks to our Platinum Sponsors for their generous support:  Coleman & Associates  KW Landscape Architects  LJA Planning and Landscape Architecture  Stantec  Rialto Studio, Inc.  Dunaway Registration for firms closes February 6, 2025. Don’t miss this chance to connect with top emerging talent and showcase your organization.  We look forward to seeing you there! #laupcareerfair #professionaldevelopment  #talentrecruitment https://lnkd.in/gNmNnuFq

Dr. Xinyue Ye, endowed professor of urban planning, and Dr. Patrick Suermann co-authored the paper, "Developing Campus Digital Twin Using Interactive Visual Analytics Approach," which has been honored with the FURP2024 Best Paper Award by Frontiers of Urban and Rural Planning (FURP). This groundbreaking research, co-authored with Dr. Suphanut Jamonnak, Dr. Shannon Van Zandt and Dr. Galen Newman demonstrates innovative advancements in using digital twins and visual analytics to enhance campus planning. 📄 Full citation:  Ye, X., Jamonnak, S., Van Zandt, S., Newman, G., & Suermann, P. (2024). Developing campus digital twin using interactive visual analytics approach. Frontiers of Urban and Rural Planning, 2(1), 9. 

We are thrilled to share that Dr. Thomas W. Sanchez, AICP has been elected to the American Planning Association (APA) Board of Directors as the Chair of the Education Committee. This prestigious role highlights Dr. Sanchez's dedication to advancing education in the field of planning and his impactful contributions to the profession. We look forward to seeing the innovative ideas and leadership he will bring to the APA in this new position. 

Professor Bruce Dvorak, has created a stunning 2024 Yearbook located on Landscape Architect. This yearbook showcases the achievements, projects, and highlights from the past year, reflecting the innovation and creativity in landscape architecture and urban planning at Texas A&M University. https://lnkd.in/gTXY43uC

Dr. Michelle Meyer, associate professor of urban planning and director of the Hazard Reduction & Recovery Center, weighs in on California Wildfires. https://lnkd.in/g5DGdiEE 

Dr. Xinyue Ye, endowed professor of urban planning, has been awarded the prestigious American Association of Geographers (AAG) Distinguished Scholar Award for 2025. This honor recognizes Dr. Ye’s transformative contributions at the intersection of geography, urban planning, and data science. Notably, Dr. Ye has achieved this distinction in the shortest interval in AAG history, earning the award just 15 years after completing a Ph.D. in 2010. Additionally, Dr. Ye was the first scholar elected as an AAG Fellow under the Early/Mid-Career category in 2022. We celebrate this remarkable achievement and Dr. Ye’s continued impact on the field. #distinguishedscholar #urbanplanning #tamu