{"id":24,"date":"2017-07-26T15:01:08","date_gmt":"2017-07-26T19:01:08","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/lar-draft\/?page_id=24"},"modified":"2025-12-05T10:28:28","modified_gmt":"2025-12-05T15:28:28","slug":"home","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/lar\/","title":{"rendered":"Home"},"content":{"rendered":"<section class=\"cl-wrapper cl-hero-wrapper\"><div class=\"cl-hero   cl-has-accessibility-controls\"><div class=\"cl-hero-proper\"><div class=\"overlay\"><div class=\"block\"><h1>Innovate. Design. Transform.<\/h1><\/div><\/div><div class=\"still\" style=\"background-image:url(https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/lar\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/635\/HomepageCollageUpdated.jpg);\"><\/div><div class=\"cl-accessibility-controls-container\"><div class=\"cl-accessibility-controls\"><div class=\"cl-accessibility-icon\" title=\"Accessibility controls\">Accessibility controls<\/div><div class=\"cl-accessibility-control cl-accessibility-motion-control cl-accessibility-control-hidden\"><div class=\"cl-accessibility-control-default\"><div class=\"cl-accessibility-control-button\" title=\"Pause motion\">Pause motion<\/div><div class=\"cl-accessibility-control-label\">Motion: <span class=\"cl-accessibility-syntax\">On<\/span><\/div><\/div><div class=\"cl-accessibility-control-alternate\"><div class=\"cl-accessibility-control-button\" title=\"Play motion\">Play motion<\/div><div class=\"cl-accessibility-control-label\">Motion: <span class=\"cl-accessibility-syntax\">Off<\/span><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"cl-accessibility-control cl-accessibility-contrast-control\"><div class=\"cl-accessibility-control-default\"><div class=\"cl-accessibility-control-button\" title=\"Increase text contrast\">Increase text contrast<\/div><div class=\"cl-accessibility-control-label\">Contrast: <span class=\"cl-accessibility-syntax\">Standard<\/span><\/div><\/div><div class=\"cl-accessibility-control-alternate\"><div class=\"cl-accessibility-control-button\" title=\"Reset text contrast\">Reset text contrast<\/div><div class=\"cl-accessibility-control-label\">Contrast: <span class=\"cl-accessibility-syntax\">High<\/span><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"cl-accessibility-system-setting\"><div class=\"cl-accessibility-toggle\" title=\"Apply my preferences site-wide\"><\/div><div class=\"cl-accessibility-toggle-label\">Apply site-wide<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/section>\n\n\n<p class=\"type-intro fullwidth\">At URI, landscape architecture is a launchpad for innovation\u2014where cutting-edge technology meets bold design to build smarter, more resilient communities. We tackle today\u2019s biggest challenges head-on, from climate change and coastal resilience to sustainable urban growth and environmental justice.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"type-intro fullwidth\">You\u2019ll work with real clients on real projects, using the latest tools in GIS, 3D modeling, data analysis, and digital fabrication to create landscapes that are not only beautiful but smart, adaptive, and sustainable. Graduating from URI means you\u2019re ready to lead the next generation of landscape architects\u2014innovating with technology and creativity to shape a healthier planet and vibrant communities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n<section class=\"cl-wrapper cl-breakout-wrapper\"><div class=\"cl-breakout use-content-width  \"><div class=\"content-width\">\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Join us at an exciting moment for URI\u2019s Planning and Landscape Architecture programs!<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>We\u2019re recruiting for two tenure-track Assistant Professor positions.<\/p>\n\n\n<a class=\"cl-button  \" href=\"https:\/\/jobs.uri.edu\/postings\/15978\" title=\"\">Learn more<\/a>\n<\/div><\/div><\/section>\n\n<section class=\"cl-wrapper cl-boxout-wrapper\"><div class=\"cl-boxout  wp-block-columns\"><h1>Want a closer look at our program in action? <\/h1>\n\n<p>Dive into our annual newsletters to see the people, projects, and places that shape our community.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns alignwide is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><a class=\"cl-button  \" href=\"https:\/\/drive.google.com\/file\/d\/1ZSy0IlASksnaswXc5n1lij5BVa131D9R\/view?usp=sharing\" title=\"\">2025<\/a>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><a class=\"cl-button  \" href=\"https:\/\/drive.google.com\/file\/d\/1g62vJHTbRvHY8XhUBdAsTr4rdngtNPDU\/view?usp=sharing\" title=\"\">2024<\/a>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><a class=\"cl-button  \" href=\"https:\/\/drive.google.com\/file\/d\/1QUJA8dRjQaA_SxexLzxh-BtPub3of_j8\/view?usp=sharing\" title=\"\">2023<\/a>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<\/div><\/section>\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\" \/>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"cl-wrapper cl-card-wrapper\"><a class=\"cl-card   left\" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/lar\/academics\/bla\/\" title=\"\"><div class=\"cl-card-container media\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/lar\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/635\/student-in-front-of-a-building.jpg\" srcset=\"\" alt=\"group of student on a field in front of a budling\"><\/div><div class=\"cl-card-container text\"><div class=\"cl-card-text\"><h2>Undergraduate Programs<\/h2><p>The University of Rhode Island offers a fully accredited, four-year Bachelor of Landscape Architecture (B.L.A.) degree program. <\/p><\/div><\/div><\/a><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"cl-wrapper cl-card-wrapper\"><a class=\"cl-card  \" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/lar\/academics#GP\" title=\"\"><div class=\"cl-card-container media\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/lar\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/635\/grad.jpg\" srcset=\"\" alt=\"people on a trail\"><\/div><div class=\"cl-card-container text\"><div class=\"cl-card-text\"><h2>Graduate Programs<\/h2><p>Graduate Certificate in Community Planning and accelerated Master\u2019s Degree in Environmental Science and Management (MESM).<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/a><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"cl-wrapper cl-card-wrapper\"><a class=\"cl-card   right\" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/lar\/outreach-projects\/\" title=\"\"><div class=\"cl-card-container media\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/lar\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/635\/projects.jpg\" srcset=\"\" alt=\"Students on a project\"><\/div><div class=\"cl-card-container text\"><div class=\"cl-card-text\"><h2>Sample Outreach Projects<\/h2><p>Our studios provide an opportunity to involve students in hands-on service-learning projects \u00a0involving local communities, clients and officials.\u00a0<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/a><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<a class=\"cl-button   prominent\" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/lar\/home\/how-to-apply\/\" title=\"\">How to Apply: BLA<\/a>\n\n\n<div style=\"height:57px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">News<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><ul class=\"display-posts-listing\"><div class=\"cl-wrapper cl-card-wrapper\"><a class=\"cl-card  \" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/rcdl-lab\/\" title=\"\"><div class=\"cl-card-container media\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/lar\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/635\/Group-spot.jpg\" srcset=\"\" alt=\"\"><\/div><div class=\"cl-card-container text\"><div class=\"cl-card-text\"><h2>URI Regenerative Community Design Lab<\/h2><p>Launched in 2024, the URI RCDL brings together talented landscape\narchitecture students to develop conceptual designs that promote sustainable,\nhealthy, and inclusive public spaces. Working hand-in-hand with municipalities\nand non-profits, the lab helps translate community needs into clear, actionable\ndesign visions that can support future funding and implementation.<\/p><\/div><\/div><div class=\"cl-card-container button\">Read Now<\/div><\/a><\/div><\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><ul class=\"display-posts-listing\"><li class=\"listing-item\"><a class=\"image\" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/lar\/outreach-projects\/a-vision-for-jamestown-reimagining-the-mackerel-sheffield-coves-waterfront\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/lar\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/635\/lar-oureach-1-150x150.jpg\" class=\"attachment-thumbnail size-thumbnail wp-post-image\" alt=\"Picture of sunset\" srcset=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/lar\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/635\/lar-oureach-1-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/lar\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/635\/lar-oureach-1-300x300.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 150px) 100vw, 150px\" \/><\/a> <a class=\"title\" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/lar\/outreach-projects\/a-vision-for-jamestown-reimagining-the-mackerel-sheffield-coves-waterfront\/\">A Vision for Jamestown: Reimagining the Mackerel &amp; Sheffield Coves Waterfront<\/a> <span class=\"excerpt-dash\">-<\/span> <span class=\"excerpt\">Supported by Rhode Island Sea Grant and led by Professor Hongbing Tang, the Spring 2025 Landscape Architecture Capstone studio developed an integrated vision to enhance climate resilience and community value along Jamestown\u2019s Mackerel and Sheffield Coves waterfront.<\/span><\/li><li class=\"listing-item\"><a class=\"image\" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/lar\/news\/fellowship-spotlight-astou-dieng-on-using-gis-river-models-for-flood-mapping-in-providence\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/lar\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/635\/Astou-Dieng-copy-150x150.jpg\" class=\"attachment-thumbnail size-thumbnail wp-post-image\" alt=\"Picture of Astou\" srcset=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/lar\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/635\/Astou-Dieng-copy-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/lar\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/635\/Astou-Dieng-copy-300x300.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 150px) 100vw, 150px\" \/><\/a> <a class=\"title\" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/lar\/news\/fellowship-spotlight-astou-dieng-on-using-gis-river-models-for-flood-mapping-in-providence\/\">Fellowship Spotlight: Astou Dieng on Using GIS River Models for Flood Mapping in Providence<\/a> <span class=\"excerpt-dash\">-<\/span> <span class=\"excerpt\">Astou Dieng, a landscape architecture major from Providence, Rhode Island, completed her CELS Summer Research Fellowship working under Dr. Soni Pradhanang on GIS flood mapping for Providence. <\/span><\/li><li class=\"listing-item\"><a class=\"image\" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/online\/programs\/certificate\/community-planning-graduate-certificate\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/lar\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/635\/OnlineCommunityPlanning-150x150.jpg\" class=\"attachment-thumbnail size-thumbnail wp-post-image\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/lar\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/635\/OnlineCommunityPlanning-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/lar\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/635\/OnlineCommunityPlanning-300x300.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 150px) 100vw, 150px\" \/><\/a> <a class=\"title\" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/online\/programs\/certificate\/community-planning-graduate-certificate\/\">New! Accelerated On-line Graduate Certificate in Community Planning<\/a> <span class=\"excerpt-dash\">-<\/span> <span class=\"excerpt\">The Community Planning Graduate Certificate is a fully-online program designed to equip you with core competencies in sustainable community planning. This certificate can be stacked with another in order to earn the Master of Public Administration, Master of Environmental Management, and additional URI Online programs.<\/span><\/li><li class=\"listing-item\"><a class=\"image\" href=\"https:\/\/theflowerdistrict.org\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/lar\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/635\/fellow-150x150.jpg\" class=\"attachment-thumbnail size-thumbnail wp-post-image\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/lar\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/635\/fellow-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/lar\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/635\/fellow-300x300.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 150px) 100vw, 150px\" \/><\/a> <a class=\"title\" href=\"https:\/\/theflowerdistrict.org\/\">CELS Fellowship Recipients provide design support to the Flower District<\/a> <span class=\"excerpt-dash\">-<\/span> <span class=\"excerpt\">Two LAR students received fellowship funding during the summer of 2025 to assist in translating community input and operational needs into a conceptual and functional site design for the Flower District's flower recycling and composting program, including the development of a welcoming and inclusive community green space.<\/span><\/li><\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<a class=\"cl-button   prominent\" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/lar\/outreach-projects\/\" title=\"\">More News<\/a>\n\n\n<div style=\"height:64px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n<section class=\"cl-wrapper cl-boxout-wrapper\"><div class=\"cl-boxout  \">\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Accreditation Information<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/enrollment\/tuition-and-fees\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Tuition and Fees<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/lar\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/635\/Public-Information-for-website_2025.pdf\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/lar\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/635\/Public-Information-for-website_2025.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Public Information (PDF)<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/lar\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/635\/May-2024_Accredited-Reporting-Landscape-Architecture.pdf\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/lar\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/635\/May-2024_Accredited-Reporting-Landscape-Architecture.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Student Learning Outcomes (PDF)<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<\/div><\/section>\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>At URI, landscape architecture is a launchpad for innovation\u2014where cutting-edge technology meets bold design to build smarter, more resilient communities. 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