Unilock Paving the Future Scholarship

Application Due Date: November 30, 2025

Company: Unilock Contact: Robyn Artem, Senior Marketing Manager Phone: 437-451-0029 Email: robyn.artem@unilock.com

Release Date: June 2, 2025

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

FOURTH ANNUAL PAVING THE FUTURE SCHOLARSHIP FROM UNILOCK Investing in Future Leaders Transforming the Outdoor Spaces of Tomorrow

With outdoor spaces playing an increasingly important role in both residential and commercial design, the demand for skilled professionals in landscape architecture and construction continues to rise. From building parks, plazas, and streetscapes to creating custom patios, driveways, and outdoor kitchens, today’s students are tomorrow’s leaders in shaping the built environment.

To support this future, Unilock launched the Paving the Future Scholarship, an initiative that invests in the next generation of landscape architects, construction professionals, and designers. Now in its fourth year, the scholarship continues to expand its reach and impact.

Established in 2022 to commemorate the 50th anniversary of Unilock—the first company to manufacture paving stones in North America—the Paving the Future Scholarship reflects the company’s deep-rooted commitment to advancing the hardscape industry. Since its inception, the scholarship has awarded $225,000 to students studying landscape architecture, landscape construction, and related fields across the U.S. and Ontario, Canada.

This year marks an exciting milestone: for the first time, the scholarship is open to students enrolled in architecture programs. This expansion acknowledges the role architects also play in shaping our outdoor environments.

“The Unilock Paving the Future Scholarship commemorates my father [Ed Bryant]’s legacy by investing in a new generation of landscape design, architecture and construction leaders,” said Andrew Bryant, President and CEO, Unilock. “We’re proud to offer this scholarship for another year.”

Applicants are selected based on academic achievement, leadership potential, and a short essay describing their passion for the industry and long-term career goals. Beyond financial support, the scholarship also connects recipients with valuable educational resources offered by Unilock.

“I was a recipient for the Unilock Paving the Future Scholarship when I was a senior at University of Massachusetts Amherst,” said Luviana McLean, 2023 Recipient, “That [scholarship] is what allowed me to cover my moving costs when I accepted a full-time position at Stantec, a global leader in sustainable engineering, architecture and environmental consulting, where I now work as a Landscape Designer.”

Applications for this year’s scholarship are open through October 31, 2025, with winners to be announced in November 2025.

As the landscaping profession continues to evolve, Unilock remains proud to be at the forefront—empowering the professionals who will shape tomorrow’s outdoor environments. Students passionate about designing outdoor spaces, building sustainable communities, and leading the future of landscape design and construction are encouraged to apply.