Landscape Architecture and Regional Planning (LARP) - Research Guide
Careers
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Bureau of Labor Statistics - Landscape ArchitectsDescribes the nature of the work, working conditions, training, job outlook, salaries, and related occupations.
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Bureau of Labor Statistics - Urban and Regional PlannersDescribes the nature of the work, working conditions, training, job outlook, salaries, and related occupations.
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Careers in Environmental PsychologyOverview of the profession including a brief history, a typical day, pros and cons, education, employment, and occupational outlook.
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Green BizSearchable database for environmental jobs.
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Planning JobsJob listings from national agencies, organizations, and consulting firms.
Professional Associations
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Alliance for Historic Landscape PreservationInterdisciplinary professional organization which provides a forum for communication and exchange of information among its members. Dedicated to preservation and conservation of historic landscapes, from formal gardens and public parks to rural expanses.
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American Public Gardens AssociationCommitted to increasing the knowledge of public garden professionals throughout North America through information sharing, professional development, networking, public awareness, and research so they have the tools to effectively serve visitors & members
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American Planning AssociationCommitted to urban, suburban, regional, and rural planning through the advancement of planning that meets the needs of people and society.
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American Public Transportation AssociationWorking to strengthen and improve public transportation through advocacy, innovation, and information sharing.
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American Society of Landscape ArchitectsNational professional association representing landscape architects. Promotes the profession and advances the practice through advocacy, education, communication, and fellowship.
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Architects / Designers / Planners for Social ResponsibilityWorking for peace, environmental protection, ecological building, social justice, and the development of healthy communities.
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Association of Professional Landscape DesignersForum to advance landscape design as an independent profession and promote these highly qualified, dedicated professionals.
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Council of Educators in Landscape ArchitectureRepresents virtually all programs of landscape architecture in the United States and Canada . Includes information regarding the annual conference and access to their archived newsletter.
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Electric Drive Transportation AssociationDedicated to sustainable mobility through the adoption of electric drive technologies. Membership includes a diverse representation of vehicle and equipment manufacturers, energy providers, component suppliers, and end users.
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Foundation for Landscape StudiesFosters an active understanding of the importance of place in human life. Recommended for geographers, historians, landscape designers, urban planners, and poets.
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Urban EcologyStrives to create neighborhoods that are thriving, healthy places to live. Specializes in participatory land use planning that creates a common vision for change and policy advocacy that turns a community's vision into reality.
UMass Student Groups
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Boltwood ProjectA community outreach program consisting of about fifteen groups working with individuals who are mentally or physically challenged, in greater Amherst, Northampton, Turners Falls, and South Hadley. The course is offered by the LARP.
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Sustainability At UMass - FaceBook groupThis is a group is about creating a community of like minded people. The idea is a result of John Gerber's Sustainable Living Class, and is seeking RSO status. We are making some resources for sustainable living options here in Amherst. Join us!
Encyclopedia of Associations
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Encyclopedia of Associations This link opens in a new windowDirectory of organizations, associations and non-profit membership groups in three parts: National, International, Regional/local. Provides contact information and descriptions; searchable by subject.Available on campus to all, or off-campus to UMass Amherst students, staff and faculty with an UMass Amherst IT NetID (user name) and password.
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