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Aspiring Landscape Architects can join the SD-ASLA Emerging Professionals Committee to grow as profe

As the enthusiastic and active leaders of the future’s landscape design and development, ASLA San Diego Chapter Emerging Professionals enrich their careers and their neighborhoods through gratifying activities. Benefits

+ Connection with a direct resource for education and information on the path to licensure
+ Networking and relationship development with professional Landscape Architects, Landscape Designers, and other professionals
+ Enjoyable experiences at social events with other design-minded colleagues

List of current members:

- Michael Watts, EPC Chair
- Patricia Trauth, Board Liaison
- Kristen Koehrn, EPC Vice-Chair
- Tim Smith, Mesa Community College student advisor
- Michelle Landis, Southwestern Community College student advisor
- John Thomas, President Cuyamaca Student Affiliate Chapter ASLA-SD
- Megan Allison, MiraCosta Community College student advisor
- Sara Bendrick, BS Landscape Architecture Cal Poly SLO
- Ellyn Lester, Career Services Director, NewSchool of Architecture and Design
- Michael Stepner, NSAD professor of Urban Design
- Richar Risner, Committee Chair Residential Landscape Professionals ASLA-SD
- Joe Dodd, Vice President Social Activities ASLA-SD
- Maria Swift, Vice President Programs/Education ASLA-SD
- Ty Sterns, Vice President — Chapter Visibility/Public Affairs ASLA-SD
- Claire Ehrlinger, Horticulture Instructor MiraCosta College
- Brian Johnston, SquareRoot Design Studio

How to Become an ASLA-SD Emerging Professional:

Members include individuals who are National ASLA Members ($50/year) and ultimately want to become a licensed Landscape Architect professional and fit into one of these categories

1) a student, currently enrolled in at least (1) course related to the Landscape Architecture, Architecture, or related field
2) a graduate without a license
3) a graduate with a license for 5 years or less
+ professionals licensed for more than 5 years will be considered for membership on a case-by-case basis as mentors for unlicensed members. Email Michael Watts [email protected] or Kristen Koehrn [email protected] to join or with any questions.

10/26/2026

✏️ 📐🌳 Start your application here: https://pathways.asla.org/a/a6c64b1d-a96f-42e5-900d-36822f3ae4cc

10/16/2026

Fill out short survey here - https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/sv/xw5c4Mz/allstatesymposium?source_id=cf675c52-fc31-42f0-abad-7eae2af4847b&source_type=em&c=MhcGXMcJ8h5QkoebjKWabUr7GmPLiUROzsItdOcdPZx_TNp8pkh6Wg==

Register here - https://usgbc.cventevents.com/event/green-schools-conference-2027/home

10/12/2026

🌟 Virtual LARE Exam Info Session 🌟 Date: Thursday, October 14, 2026Time: 7:00pmThis will be an online meeting. RSVP to G...

10/07/2026

🌟 Virtual LARE Exam Info Session 🌟
Date: Thursday, October 14, 2026
Time: 7:00pm

This will be an online meeting. RSVP to [email protected] or
[email protected]. Link to be provided with RSVP.

10/06/2026

Landscape Architects belong at the table.

At the ASLA Conference on Landscape Architecture, landscape architects came together to discuss an important question: how can our profession bring its expertise to the public decisions that shape our communities?

ASLA’s new Civic Engagement Program helps members prepare for public leadership through two tracks—one for service on boards and commissions, and one for pursuing elected office. Applications are now open for the inaugural Civic Appointments Track, a virtual learning series that begins in November 2026.

Apply here - https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfrrhKgsxQMgWqio2RzxPFY_EzC7GhsZyfgWZDNt811uszgMA/viewform

09/24/2026

Get inspired with the USGBC! Register here:
https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_ITEIYwGOQMGxGg8P2guKBQ #/registration

09/17/2026

Good news for LARE test takers 👇🏼 Find out how to apply here: https://pathways.asla.org/p/clarb-candidate-support-grant

09/15/2026

Nominate a project for a Green School award by Friday Sept 18:
https://app.smartsheet.com/b/form/019d3fdad4a876f890e6b94471c56d27

09/09/2026

Positions open for nomination are:
President-Elect
VP of Membership
VP of Community Outreach
HALS (Historic American Landscape Survey): Chair Committee and liaison to the board
CUPPS (Committee on Urban Public Social Spaces): Chair Committee and liaison to the board

You can nominate yourself or a peer for a position on the Executive Committee, or for chair committee and liaison to the board. Nominees must be ASLA members in good standing.

Send your nomination, bio and headshot
by September 11, 2026

https://www.asla-sandiego.org/elections/

09/02/2026

Register here:
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/san-diego-green-brews-happy-hour-tickets-1999241841165?aff=odeccpebemailcampaigns&utm_source=eventbrite&utm_medium=ebcampaigns&utm_campaign=55833139&utm_term=ctabutton&mipa=ABIdvVulTbS8u1bs1N5E_xpTgwRQV0H03fhbdxhJlUBK9v3jD0KBiy8Qraxv-glSxozFjMLwnwy4UgOJmJnud2A9NlAFcU4Fp9fApduwbdaC6_YU43VL9InBum3eo5MPUQbUk1pBmG1-QDJ2NCGhCl0AI3S6qgdv2xewwTHa6WjXwJtnQ5xAunZtT3pArjbnUly0C5cbkTLRdfVZ1ljbb6vSO1ADNQlnbTheoQhhohJ62jefeWEo2clo2Mkh-sBU3Bo2qXOFFF75_--BjCDgfp9_U58xfwbP1A

Address

1050 Rosecrans Street, Ste B
San Diego, CA
92106

Telephone

+16192258155

Website

http://www.asla-sandiego.org/?page_id=24

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