The Department of Landscape Architecture and Environmental Planning (LAEP) prepares students and scholars for impactful careers in design, planning, and research. Our programs build strong skills in critical thinking, creative problem‑solving, and collaboration.
Through community‑engaged, multi‑scale projects, LAEP transforms research into real‑world solutions that support resilient environments and strengthen the places where people live, work, and recreate.
Landscape architecture is a STEM discipline, offering a rigorous blend of science, technology, and creativity.
Nearly 200 people helped to launch the event on Monday morning, many suspending regular classes and homework schedules to participate dawn-to-dusk in the shared studio space. Students were divided into nine teams, each with leaders from the senior class, ...
Two teams that brought together the skills of Utah State University Landscape Architecture and Environmental Planning (LAEP) and Jon M. Huntsman School of Business (USU Huntsman) students showcased their talent and ingenuity in the 2025 Utah Real Estate C...
David Anderson, a faculty member in the Department of Landscape Architecture and Environmental Planning, was recently honored with the 2025 CAAS Faculty University Service Award for his many contributions to Utah State University. Anderson chairs USU’s Co...
