School of Planning, Design and Construction

News

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  5 ways planning remains relevant during COVID-19

  Published on July 17, 2020
  A list of 5 ways that urban and regional planning are relevant during the novel coronavirus pandemic.

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  SPDC Opposes SEVP’s Modifications

  Published on July 10, 2020
  On behalf of the School of Planning, Design and Construction, we strongly oppose the Student and Exchange Visitor Program’s (SEVP) modifications to temporary exemptions for nonimmigrant students taking online courses during the fall 2020 semester.

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  MSU to establish Research Experience for Undergraduate (REU) Site in sociomobility

  Published on July 8, 2020
  Michigan State University will provide opportunities for a diverse group of talented undergraduate students from across the United States to engage in a wide range of research studies related to “sociomobility” as part of a recently funded grant.

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  MSU alumnus Bill Johnson receives 2020 Landscape Architecture Foundation Medal

  Published on June 17, 2020
  William “Bill” Johnson, an alumnus of the Michigan State University Landscape Architecture program, was presented with the Landscape Architecture Foundation (LAF)’s Medal for his distinguished work applying the principles of sustainability to landscapes.

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  Staying strong in uncertain times and fostering a culture of inclusion, trust, respect and empowerment

  Published on June 4, 2020
  SPDC Director Ming-Han Li shares an update and reflections from the past year

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  Charles Parker Halligan’s impact on the MSU Landscape Architecture program

  Published on May 22, 2020
  The individuals who started Landscape Architecture at MSU in 1898 are all but forgotten, but Professor Charles Halligan should be remembered for his arrival and his growth of the program during its’ early stages at MSU.

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  Celebrating MSU Landscape Architecture program’s achievements, embracing change during novel coronavirus

  Published on May 20, 2020
  Landscape Architecture program Director Jun-Hyun Kim shares a program update.

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  Landscape architecture student shares his 2020 study abroad experience

  Published on May 20, 2020
  Eunho Herron says: "Study aboard is such an essential experience for landscape architecture majors because it directly impacts the way we think and design. I cannot insist on how valuable and amazing the experience was. "

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  Assessing Landscape Architectural Research Universities

  Published on May 20, 2020
  According to Google Scholar, MSU was 7th in North America and 10th in the world for landscape research.

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  How to move your community’s master plan process online: A case study

  Published on May 15, 2020
  A Collaborative Master Plan Process employs multiple online platforms, hears from a wide cross-section of residents, and never misses a beat.

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  Leading the Landscape Architecture Alumni & Advisory Board during unprecedented times

  Published on May 8, 2020
  Michael Rein LAAAB president shares his experiences and reflections from the past year.

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  SPDC degree programs receive STEM designation

  Published on May 8, 2020
  Three SPDC degree programs in landscape architecture and urban and regional planning have received STEM designation.

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  Nearly 700 participated in Charrettes Go Virtual webinar by NCI and FBCI

  Published on May 7, 2020
  On April 28, NCI and FBCI partnered on a webinar focused on Charrettes Go Virtual: Missoula, Montana Hosts an Online Charrette to Advance a Community Vision. It's part of a new webinar series on virtual engagement.

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  My amazing landscape architecture experience

  Published on April 27, 2020
  Recent alumna Wing Chi VincyTam reflects on her experience with the Landscape Architecture and Environmental Design programs.

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  MSU construction management alum helping to build COVID-19 alternate care facility

  Published on April 20, 2020
  Michigan State University alumnus Jack Brierton is helping to build one of three alternate care facilities in the Chicago area for COVID-19 patients.