The University of Washington Student Chapter of the American Society of Landscape Architects

2024-2025 UWASLA Board

Jaxon Roller (He/Him)

MLA Co-President

Hi everyone! I am a second-year MLA I, also doing the Urban Design Certificate. Professionally, I am interested in urbanism, cycling infrastructure, and rewilding. Personal hobbies include skiing, cycling, reading, and chatting with friends. As Co-President of UWASLA, I aim to bring a high level of organization, assist with putting on great events, and build strong cohort relationships!

 

Noah Bowerman (He/Him)

BLA Co-President

Hello! I am a fourth year undergraduate landscape architecture student and I am thrilled to be a part of the UWASLA leadership team this year. I am passionate about public green space projects, environmental restoration, and landform art. Outside of class you may see me cycling through the U-district or working on a new creation in the fab-lab. This year I hope to use my time in this role to benefit  incoming class members through peer mentorship and interaction with the professional community.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Kat Harvey (She/Her)

UWASLA Secretary & Treasurer

I’m a second year student in the MLA and MUP programs. This year, I’m looking forward to furthering the mission of UWASLA by bringing the UW Landscape Architecture students closer together, to the CBE community, and to the larger network of built environments professionals. When I’m not in Gould, I can be found making soups, reading arguably bad fiction novels, or chasing squirrels around Green Lake.

 

Liz Forelle (She/Her)

PAC Student Representative

I am currently in my final year of the MLA program at UW. Before starting the program, I worked in outdoor education, on an educational farm, and worked on a garden team that focused on maintenance of residential gardens. I’ve always found great value in mentors and connecting with people in the professional world, no matter what the field is. I’m excited to continue as a PAC Liaison this year to connect students with a more diverse professional community in a meaningful way.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Hunter Ottman (He/Him)

PAC Student Representative

I am currently in my third year of the MLA-Track II & MUP concurrent degree program. I grew up in San Diego, got my BLA at Davis, and spend my free time outside doing landscape and wildlife photography, hiking, and skiing. Academically, I am focused on urban ecology, green infrastructure, and more broadly the planning and design of environments that foster functional human cohabitation with other living organisms.

 

 

 

 

 

Matt Jernigan (He/Him)

PAC Student Representative

I am in my final year of the Master of Landscape Architecture program at the University of Washington, where I serve as the student representative to the Professional Advisory Council (PAC). With a background in regenerative agriculture, local food systems, and ecological horticulture, I bring a dedication for sustainable design and community resilience to my work. In my role with the PAC, I aim to connect students with the professional landscape architecture community, strengthening relationships between the student body and practicing professionals through events, networking, and mentorship opportunities. I look forward to creating opportunities that advance students professional development as they transition from academia to practice.

 

 

 

 

 

E. Hadley Maisel (She/Her)

Professional Development Coordinator

Hi Y’all! My name is Hadley, and I am in my last year of the BLA program. I am excited to be the Professional Development Coordinator and one of the student PAC Liaisons this year! I look forward to working with the PAC to connect students and professionals in thoughtful and supportive ways, and to help demystify the field for current students. I hope to help facilitate a variety of events that help cultivate meaningful connections, and guide students in an exploration of the possibilities that exist in the world beyond the walls of Gould!

 

 

 

 

 

 

Sasha Crawford (He/Him)

Peer Mentorship Co-Coordinator

Hello! I am a second year MLA student in the MLA I program. I have a background in psychology and art history, with experience in landscaping, regenerative agriculture and fine gardening. My goal is to connect students and create community within the program. I hope to be a voice of solidarity within our program and to embody the values of mentorship, empathy and mutual learning.

 

Sarah Maness (She/Her)

Peer Mentorship Co-Coordinator

Hello! I am currently a second year student in the MLA I program at UW. A big love of mine is food! Whether we are growing it, cooking it, eating it, talking about it, or gathering around it. I believe that food has a strong way of bringing people together. As a peer mentorship committee member I look forward to creating opportunities for peer-to-peer interactions that strengthen the individual and collective BLA / MLA experience. My background in farming, farm-to-school education programs, as well as food access programs here in Seattle have shown me the importance of mentorship and carving out space to connect with others. I am grateful that we have this program available to students and look forward to seeing where we all take it this year!

 

 

 

 

 

Vasilisa Karp (She/They)

Events Co-Coordinator

Hello! I am a third year BLA and am excited to be a part of the UWASLA team this year! I am passionate about design outreach and drawing really small. I hope to work hard and improve our program for all current and future students!

 

 

 

 

 

 

Joey Cruse (He/Him)

Events Co-Coordinator

Joey is a second year student in the Bachelor of Landscape Architecture program with a minor in architecture.