Alison is excited by both design and the collaborative process, by ecology, and by challenging conventional views about the landscape, including the perception that sustainability can’t extend beyond the front door. As she learns the ropes at JKLA and works towards licensure she hopes to further her involvement in Buffalo’s issues, and currently participates on the Environmental Committee of North Tonawanda.

Education and Certificates

Cornell University, Ithaca NY
Masters of Landscape Architecture, 2006

Delaware Valley College, Doylestown, PA
B.S. Ornamental Horticulture/Environmental Design, 2003

Audubon Expedition Institute, Belfast, ME and Lesley College, Boston, MA
Environmental Studies Program, Traveling Semester, 1999
Focus: Activism, Outreach & Education


Memberships

American Society of Landscape Architects


Honors

Award of Honor: American Society of Landscape Architects Student Awards, 2006

Second Place: Solar Decathlon Sustainable Housing Competition, Washington D.C., 2005

Honorable Mention: Veteran’s Honor Roll Memorial, Camden, ME Monument Design Competition, 2005

Named a 2003 ASHS Collegiate Scholar

First Honor: Excellence in Environmental Design Awards, Bucks County, 2001


Community Efforts

Student Weekend Arborist Team: New York State municipal street tree evaluation, 2004

Team Leader: Eagle “U” Intensive, Success and Leadership Skills Program, 2003

Roslyn Park, Philadelphia, PA Ecological and Landscape Management Master Plan, implemented 2005