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WASLA Board of Directors
President
Nicholas Zurlini, ASLA
Past President
Duane Dietz, ASLA
President Elect
Mike Faulker, ASLA
Trustee
Tim Slazinik, ASLA
Treasurer
Su Wanqin, ASLA
Secretary
Jason Henry, ASLA
Member at Large
Harley Pan
Member at Large, Eastern WA
Michael Sanchez, ASLA
Member at Large, Western WA
Rhiannon Neuville, ASLA
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Dear WASLA Members and Readers,
Somehow it is already June. Which means we are already halfway through 2024? Then what; are you going to tell me next month is July? Unacceptable. Time should not be able to move this quickly. The only positive outcome of these inexplicable time dilations is that our Annual WASLA Conference will be here sooner!
On the topic of time, we are extending the deadline for conference presentation proposals to Friday, July 12th. We are excited to showcase our memberships' breadth of knowledge, highlighting new areas of research, thoughtfully designed projects, innovative ways to work, and everything in between.
If you are doing something inspiring, interesting, or engaging in our field or know someone who is, I strongly encourage you to submit a presentation this year. The value of our profession comes from our willingness to share what we have learned and collaborate on new ideas, and our conference embodies that notion. We are excited to see the fantastic presentation ideas you all send, whether it is a panel, a lecture, or a walking tour. I sincerely hope that you will contribute to this year's conference!
Similarly, our conference would not be such a success without our fantastic sponsors. We are incredibly thankful to all our sponsors who have already supported the 2024 conference and still have space for more! I always look forward to learning about all of the new materials and products that I can use in my work, and I hope to see both some familiar and new faces when I walk the trade show floor this year. If you have any questions about our conference sponsorship packages or the event itself, please email us at [email protected] and we will happily answer any questions you may have.
Lastly, our Call for Nominations for the open Board of Directors positions will close on Friday, June 28th. If you have been on the fence about putting your name into the ring, this newsletter is your sign to apply! The open positions include the Eastern, Western, and Statewide Members at Large, Secretary, and Treasurer. You can read more about the open positions and their responsibilities here.
Timely,
Nick Zurlini
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Call for Conference Session Proposals
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The Washington Chapter of the American Society of Landscape Architects (WASLA) is issuing a Call for Educational Session Proposals for the 2024 Annual Conference, themed Current(s). The conference will be held this September at the Spokane Convention Center.
Amidst our ever-shifting environments and climate, landscape architecture serves as a beacon of adaptability and innovation. The theme of WASLA's 2024 conference, Current(s), explores our collective journey in negotiating the dynamic forces that previously carved and presently shape our ecologies, our practices, and our communities. As stewards of the land, we embrace these synergies to craft sustainable solutions that harmonize human needs with ecological integrity. Together, let us navigate these currents towards a greener, more resilient future that elevates our profession and communities.
Help us navigate the Current(s)! Submit your proposal to explore how landscape architecture can create a more sustainable future.
We are seeking energized speakers in a variety of formats:
- Panel discussions with moderators
- Roundtables
- Presentations/lectures with Q&A
- Design conversations
- Walking tours* (subject to feasibility)
Submissions:
Session Details:
- Length: 60 minutes (50 minutes presentation/workshop + 10 minutes Q&A)
- Audience: Approximately 200 engaged attendees
2024 Conference Theme: Current(s)
This year's theme, Current(s), explores our profession's role in navigating the ever-shifting currents of our environment and climate. We invite proposals that address:
- Adaptability and innovation in landscape architecture
- The dynamic forces shaping our ecologies, communities, and practices
- Sustainable solutions that harmonize human needs with ecological integrity
Landscape Architecture Continuing Education System (LA CES):
WASLA is an approved LA CES provider. We will assist presenters in meeting LA CES requirements and registering sessions on the national database.
Conference Registration for Presenters:
All presenters must register for the conference as either "speaker only" (free) or full-conference attendees. Lead presenters will receive further instructions upon selection.
Questions?
Contact us at [email protected] or 360.867.8820.
We look forward to receiving your proposals!
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2024 Open Board Positions
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Did you hear? We are officially kicking off our call for volunteers for the 2024 WASLA Board of Directors! Bring your enthusiasm and energy to the board, make your voice heard, and represent landscape architecture for our state!
*The previous email had an incorrect term of service for the treasurer position. The term of service has been updated.
Open Positions
- Secretary, two-year term of service.
- Treasurer, three-year term of service.
- Eastern Washington Member-at-Large, one-year term of service.
- Western Washington Member-at-Large, one-year term of service.
- Statewide Washington Member-at-Large, one-year term of service.
Current Board of Directors
- Nicholas Zurlini, ASLA, President, term ends 2025
- Michael Faulkner, ASLA, President Elect, term ends 2027
- Su Wanqin, ASLA, Treasurer, term ends 2024
- Jason Henry, ASLA, Secretary, term ends 2024
- Tim Slazinik, ASLA, Trustee, term ends 2026
- Michael Sanchez, ASLA, Member-at-Large, Eastern WA, term ends 2024
- Rhiannon Neuville, ASLA, Member-at-Large, Western WA, term ends 2024
- Harley Pan, ASLA, Member-at-Large, Statewide, term ends 2024
If you are interested in filling one of these open positions, please send an email to [email protected] including an official headshot and a brief bio by Friday, June 28th.
To see an example of bios and to learn more regarding the roles and responsibilities of the positions, please click here.
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National ASLA Student Award Winners
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We would like to thank everyone who submitted their work to the WASLA Awards this year. We appreciate your participation during such a busy year and spring quarter/semester!
CONGRATULATIONS to our National ASLA Student Award winners:
- Yixuan Eve Wang, BLA Merit Award
- Hanbeom Lee, BLA Honor Award
- Nat Gregorius, MLA Merit Award
- Leila Jackson, MLA Merit Award
- Will Prescott, MLA Honor Award
- Natalie Weiss, MLA Honor Award
- Renee Li, BLA Honor Award
- Paul Delashaw, BLA Honor Award
- Slade Woehrle, BLA Merit Award
UWLA faculty can nominate up to four graduating MLA and two graduating BLA candidates for this national award each year. WSU faculty can nominate up to four undergraduate students. These awards are based upon outstanding scholarship; skill in the art and technology of landscape architecture; design ability; and personal and interpersonal qualities.
We would also like to THANK OUR JURY MEMBERS for the many hours they put in thoughtfully reviewing the student work.
BLA Jury:
Charles Anderson, FASLA (CALA), Maureen Colaizzi (City of Kirkland),
Yiqing Ethan Wu (Field Operations), Todd Yingling (Fora), Vaughn Rinner (VRLA), Wanquin Su (JA Brennan Associates)
MLA Jury:
Charles Anderson, FASLA (CALA), Maureen Colaizzi (City of Kirkland),
Todd Yingling (Fora), Vaughn Rinner (VRLA), Wanquin Su (JA Brennan Associates)
Foundation Studio Jury:
Biruk Belay (Site Workshop), Wanquin Su (J.A. Brennan),
Yiquing ‘Ethan’ Wu (Field Operations)
Advanced Studio Jury:
Amber Mikluscak (Facet), Bernie Alonzo (Herrera), Vaughn Rinner (VRLA)
Technical Course Jury:
Charles Anderson (CALA) and Maureen Colaizzi (City of Kirkland)
And finally, CONGRATULATIONS to our local WASLA and UWLA award winners!!!
ADVANCED Studios (click to view submissions)
Honor
Carmen Kwok – Tunnel 2.0 – A summer installation for the activation of Battery Street Tunnel Fill Site
Lu He – Tabernacle Terrace: Leveraging Black Churches to Build Beloved Community
Merit
Carmen Kwok, Tim Seed, Griffin Cronk – The Green Seam
Kat Golladay, Malka Hoffman – Estelita’s: The People’s Library and Garden
Special Mention
Maron Bernardino, Nathanel Cohen, Nat Gregorius, Malka Hoffman, Bernadette Labuguen, Meaghan O’Connor Lenth, Laura Thompson, Ava Ross – Tactical Regeneration
Lu He – Expanding Time and Space Along the Tiber’s Edge
Natalie Weiss – FILTER
FOUNDATION Studios (click to view submissions)
Honor
Matthew Jernigan – Entangled Rhizomes: Speculative Urban Ecologies
Lizzy Gladstone – Interwoven Communities
Merit
Kiera Eason – Revealing Reconnection: Memorializing the Voices of Capitol Hill
Moegi Koyama – Activating Pioneer Square
Special Mention
Liz Forelle – Simultaneous Place through Narrative
Camille Forest – Gathering in Pioneer Square
Sasha Crawford – Farsical Flow: Redesigning the Leftover Urban Parking Lot
TECHNICAL Courses (click to view submissions)
Honor
Natalie Weiss – All Age Gabion Planter Bench
Jill Chao, Radhika Sarda – Lenora Street Park
Merit
Radhika Sarda – My Botanical Journey: Exploring Seattle’s Flora – A Plant Journal for Plant ID Course
THANKS + CONGRATULATIONS TO ALL + ESPECIALLY OUR NEW GRADUATES!!!
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Meet one of our sponsors Pacific Earth Works!
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Northwest Playground is hosting a happy hour in Spokane and a lunch in Seattle to Landscape Architects. They will have their friends from DuMor and Earthscape each present on their company's "Why."
Here are the details:
Spokane - June 26, 5-7 pm - Happy Hour
Steam Plant Restaurant & Brew Pub, 159 South Lincoln, Spokane, WA 99201
Seattle - June 28, 11:30-1:30 pm - Lunch
Temple Billiards, 126 S Jackson St, Seattle, WA 98104
RSVP here: Northwest Playground Roadshow Registration Survey (surveymonkey.com)
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Members now have access to free monthly PDH live webinars and recordings via ASLA Online Learning. | Read More
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A very warm welcome to our new and renewing WASLA Members:
Benjamin Collins | Rebecca Bachman | Rhiannon Neuville | Shaquan Smith | William Harris
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