Current Students - Landscape Architecture

The Department of Landscape Architecture at the University of Washington is committed to supporting all members of our community in actively addressing concerns of stigma and discrimination through a clear and accountable process. This document establishes acting principles, provides definitions, and delineates the protocols and processes to report grievances. If you, or someone you are advocating for, has a grievance, please read this document fully and follow the steps provided. The Department maintains confidentiality in all grievance matters.

See the full UW//LA Department Grievance Reporting Protocol [revised 1.2026]

UW//LA community calendar

View our Google Calendar

Want to add this to your Google Calendar or other online calendar?

Instructions on how to add UW//LA Calendar layer to your personal Google Calendar:

On your computer, open Google Calendar.
On the left sidebar, next to “Other Calendars,” click “+” > Import.
Click this link to download the ics file. Upload this file for the import.
Click Add Calendar. The calendar will appear on the left side under “Other calendars.”

UW//LA MS Teams

Join MS Teams for internal department communications

Social Media

Facebook – @uwlarch
Instagram – @uw_landscape_architecture

Looking for College of Built Environments resources and LARCH department news?

Check out the INTRANET.

Join our LinkedIn group University of Washington Landscape Architecture for the latest in jobs and internships.

Students can learn more about receiving academic credit for internships by reviewing BLA | MLA Internships.

Landscape Architecture specific job boards:

UW Career & Internship Center: a wealth of resources including resume reviews, practice interviews, interview/networking tips via career coaches and scheduled workshops

Preparing for a Career Fair at UW

Update your resume and be prepared to talk about your interests and career goals.
Dress to impress – this is your chance to make a positive first impression. While there is no formal dress code, dress in something that makes you feel confident and ready to talk with employers.
Need an outfit? Check out the UW Husky Career Closet
Research the attending companies on Handshake to make the most out of your interactions.
Prepare questions about employers’ organizations and their available opportunities.
For more information on what to expect at the Fair, here is a resource from the Career & Internship Center.

International Students

Employers attending UW career fairs have jobs and internships eligible for international students, although individual representatives may not know specific policy details.

Learn about Curricular Practical Training (CPT) and Optional Practical Training (OPT) to understand your eligibility in accessing opportunities.
Interstride is a fantastic resource for finding internships, jobs, and long-term career planning in the US.
Sort job and internship opportunities on Handshake by CPT and OPT eligibility.

Student Guides

Writing a Personal Statement: Recorded workshop from Autumn 2024. Link to slides
Asking for Letters of Recommendation

Campus Resources

Office of Merit Scholarships, and Awards: campus resource with a broader database to search, advising, events, and application support available
Office of Student Financial Aid: scholarships that are available to freshman and transfer students
Graduate Funding Information Services: see GFIS guide to learn about types of funding available

Dealing with an emergency or crisis? UW can help.
Emergency Aid assists students who are experiencing unexpected financial hardships that may disrupt their education or prevent them from earning their UW degree, including:

Food security
Emergency medical/dental costs
Housing and living expenses
Family emergencies
Natural disasters
Loss of income
And more…

Aid may come in a variety of forms, including grants, loans and/or campus and community resources.

BA EDS Student Resources

BA EDS Advising Slides

BA EDS Forms

BLA Student Resources

BLA Advising Slides

BLA Program Guide

BLA Curriculum & Requirements

BLA Honors Program

BLA Graduation/End of Year Documents

MLA Student Resources

MLA Advising Slides

MLA Program Guidelines

MLA Curriculum & Requirements

MLA Capstone Requirements

MLA Dual Degree Curriculum & Requirements

MLA Graduation / End of Year Documents

Department Forms and Petitions

Computer + Technology Resources

College of Built Environments Resources

Department Grievance Reporting Protocol

Department Communications

Internships + Jobs

Scholarship Resources

Student Guides

Campus Resources