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The shy child

Published on January 29, 2019
Tips for helping a child overcome their shyness.
Three courses in one

Published on January 29, 2019
We essentially had a planning class, a construction detail class, and a sketching class; all three tied together beautifully. However, the most rewarding class was our LA 345 class that utilized the principles of all three courses in one.
A 21st century call to action

Published on January 29, 2019
Distinguished speaker, Barbara Deutsch, was a highlight of the Landscape Architecture program’s 120-year anniversary celebration last fall presenting “The New Landscape Architecture Declaration; a 21st Century Call to Action!”
Thom Jayne Appointed Special Advisor in Creation of African Development Institute

Published on January 29, 2019
AFRE's Thom Jayne has accepted a part-time position in 2019 as special advisor to the president of the African Development Bank to support the development of a world-class pan-African policy research institute.
The urgency of equity in the face of climate change

Published on January 29, 2019
My experience this past year working with the Resilient by Design challenge in the San Francisco Bay area is sure to affect the work I do for the rest of my career.
2019 School of Planning, Design and Construction director’s message for LandTEXTURE

Published on January 29, 2019
It is with great honor that I write this message as director of the School of Planning, Design and Construction. Moving to Michigan State University was one of the most important decisions in my personal and professional life.
2018 landscape architecture study abroad

Published on January 29, 2019
Before our study abroad travels, we worked on learning about construction practices, planning and sketching. We also prepared for our departure.
Social anxiety in children

Published on January 29, 2019
Information to help children of all ages cope with anxiety.
Entomologist awarded early career award by international organization for women scientists

Published on January 28, 2019
Elizabeth Bandason will be researching biological control of diamondback moth in her home country of Malawi.
Volunteering provides youth with valuable career exploration experience

Published on January 28, 2019
Career assessments, job shadowing and internships are all valuable for teens exploring career options, but volunteering can provide another path to learning about career options.