40 YEARS+
Prairie Gateway Chapter

Laurence A. Clement, Jr., ASLA

Where are you from and how long have you been a landscape architect? I grew up in Concord, Massachusetts; went to college in Middlebury, Vermont and Syracuse, New York. First registered as a landscape architect in Kansas in 1980; have remained at Kansas State University in Manhattan, Kansas since then. How did you begin your career journey in Landscape architecture? While traveling overIand in Central America during the Spring of 1975 I met a civil engineer who had helped build the Pan-American Highway -- he got me thinking about infrastructure at a large scale. In the cities of southern Mexico I was enamored by the open spaces of Spanish Colonial cities. My interest in architecture shifted to urban design and landscape architecture. What do you think is the most important issue facing landscape architects today? Regarding professional work: establishing the profession as the GO-TO Profession for restoring ecosystems and rebuilding cities to deal with the impacts of a changed climate, social inequities, environmental pollution, and rising sea levels, for starters. What have you gained by being a member of ASLA for 40 years? A rewarding professional network of colleagues doing all kinds of interesting and important work at many scales, and lots of very good friends. What would you share with those new to the profession of landscape architecture? Be confident that recognition of the importance of our work will continue to grow, and landscape architects will lead many large-scale projects with huge positive impacts and contributions to urban, suburban and rural populations, in the US and abroad. At the local scale, landscape architects can create wonderful gardens and parks that will immeasurably enrich the lives of public and private audiences. What is your favorite project in your career and why? Would you like to submit/share a picture of it? The favorite project of my career is what I am currently doing as a volunteer and member of the design team for the Volland Foundation in Wabaunsee County, KS. This work has involved campus planning and design, and small-scale site design for an outdoor performance space and a riding arena for horse shows. See events occurring in The Ruin at: https://thevollandstore.com/ Welcome to The Volland Foundation in the Flint Hills! The Volland Foundation is a community gathering space in the Flint Hills of Kansas. Volland hosts art exhibits, talks, performances and more. thevollandstore.com I think the most important work I have done, as a long-time member of the Riley County Planning Board, was helping to educate county commissioners and members of the public about the visual, spatial and ecological impacts of large industrial wind turbines in the central area of The Flint Hills of eastern Kansas. I helped to write land use regulations to control where Wind Energy Conversion Systems (WECS) could be located in Riley County; and advised other counties on that matter. This kind of work continues in my current position as a member of the Riley County Rural Economic Development Advisory Board and as the township trustee for Ashland Bottoms, where I live. In these past and current efforts my compensation has been working with and for dedicated engaged citizens who are dwelling (i.e. enjoying and taking care of) this place and who are committed to local preservation and conservation initiatives; and building community. What in your view is the most important thing that landscape architects provide? A vision of environmental resiliency, based on science and art, with a depth of knowledge, leadership, and technical skills to collaboratively design and maintain a healthy, safe and beautiful environment -- for people, animals and other living beings of our communities, and the world. Is there anything else you would like to share to commemorate your 40 years with ASLA? As some wise soul has observed, "Service to others/society is the path to individual Joy."

40 YEARS+
Mississippi Chapter

Sadik C. Artunc, FASLA

Where are you from and how long have you been a landscape architect? I was born in Turkey. I have been practicing LA since 1972 as a recreation planner in Turkey. But I got my professional LA licensure in 1983. How did you begin your career journey in Landscape architecture? Landscape Architecture was not offered as a degree in Turkey but was only a course in the College of Forestry & Forest Engineering. I enrolled in that program with the intent of coming to the USA to do graduate studies in LA. That was in 1967. What do you think is the most important issue facing landscape architects today? Developing meaningful responses for the climate change and sea level rises while recruiting future LAs. What have you gained by being a member of ASLA for 41 years? (1) Networking (2) Leadership (3) professional growth and development. What would you share with others as a reason for belonging to ASLA as a member? I see professional licensure as a “driver’s license” while having ASLA Membership as a badge of honor. Being a member of the family is a NEED. What would you share with those new to the profession of landscape architecture? Become a member of the ASLA Become vocal Always promote the profession What is your favorite project in your career and why? As an educator, my favorite projects are my former students who become leaders in the ASLA and their own firms. What in your view is the most important thing that landscape architects provide? Resilient, sustainable communities with a high quality of life. Is there anything else you would like to share to commemorate your 41 years with ASLA? Always remain engaged: professionally, socially and politically. If you let others to make decisions, you may not like their outcomes.

30 YEARS+
Connecticut Chapter

Gary T. Sorge, ASLA

Where are you from and how long have you been a landscape architect? I was born and grew up in Staten Island, NY and have been a landscape architect for 37 years, obtaining my initial certification in 1990. How did you begin your career journey in Landscape architecture? I discovered landscape architecture as an engineering student at Rutgers University. What do you think is the most important issue facing landscape architects today? There are many issues. Importantly, bringing leadership and integrating social and environmental stewardship to critical infrastructure projects; securing the future of the profession through education, competitive compensation, and recruitment; and being steadfast advocates for biodiversity across the globe. What have you gained by being a member of ASLA for 30 years? As landscape architects, we work hard and there are many demands on our time. It is reassuring to know that ASLA is consistently and continuously advocating for the future of the profession. I have also gained inspiration when attending the Annual Meeting and Expo. I also appreciate the quality of LAM as a means to keep connected with industry trends and the work of our peers. What would you share with others as a reason for belonging to ASLA as a member? Get involved! Participate in your local chapter, join a PPN, submit for a project award, speak at the conference, become a trustee, and/or submit an article for possible publication in LAM. ASLA creates a platform for participation that we all need to take advantage of.  What would you share with those new to the profession of landscape architecture? You have an extraordinary opportunity to lead important projects that can transform communities, lives, and our natural and built environments. Landscape architects possess the skills necessary to lead the challenging projects of our time. Major infrastructure projects can’t and should not advance without our input. Keep informed in regards to policy, trends, materials, funding, allied professionals, and strive to learn something new every day. What is your favorite project in your career and why? Would you like to submit/share a picture of it? Tough question. I have had the pleasure to lead and/or participate on high-profile and transformational projects across the United States and Canada. A few include the Great Lawn in New York City’s Central Park, Heritage Field and Ruppert Plaza at the former Yankee Stadium site, and the Albany Skyway. But, having to pick one, I’ll say Open Hearth Park in Sydney, NS (pictured above). The site was one of the most contaminated sites in Canada’s history – a former steel plant and the center of social and economic activity in the city for generations. I arrived as an outsider and could feel the emotion and concern from the community regarding the future of the site during our first project meeting. The site has meant so much to the community for over 400 years. The new park not only transformed the tar ponds into a new center for passive and active recreation, community events and festivals, wildlife habitat, and community pride, it transformed the city. What in your view is the most important thing that landscape architects provide? Systems-based thinking integrating human experience and social enrichment, natural sciences and nature based solutions, vital infrastructure and placemaking, and sustained beauty and functionality. Is there anything else you would like to share to commemorate your 30 years with ASLA? ASLA broadens the view and impact of our profession and public perception of the practice of landscape architecture. For the depth and breadth of what we do – and what we can do as demonstrated by ASLA – I would need to live 1000 years to accomplish everything that I would like as a landscape architect. As a profession we make projects possible, by speaking on behalf of and advocating for people and our natural environment when their voices may otherwise go unheard. ASLA continues to support our personal and professional commitments and collective stewardship of our built and natural environments.

New Members
Arizona Chapter
William Jenkins, Associate ASLA

Boston Chapter
Terry Kinsler, ASLA
Rachel Wyatt Lindsay, Affiliate ASLA
Cody Uliasz, Affiliate ASLA
Philip Warburg, Affiliate ASLA

California Northern Chapter
James Clews Cowan, ASLA

California San Diego Chapter
Gerardo Banuelos Salazar, ASLA

California Sierra Chapter
Andrew Mancini, Associate ASLA
Juan Ramos, Associate ASLA

California Southern Chapter
Shawn Hallam, Affiliate ASLA
Michael Knight, ASLA

Colorado/Wyoming Chapter
Erin Ringsred, ASLA

Florida Chapter
Rubson Guimaraes, ASLA

Indiana Chapter
Bryan Parker Colvin, Affiliate ASLA
Dorna Eshrati, PhD, Affiliate ASLA

Maryland Chapter
Florence Gbenro, Affiliate ASLA

Minnesota Chapter
Danielle Jurichko, ASLA
Zechariah Lockrem, Affiliate ASLA
Hannah Elizabeth Schmitz, ASLA
Tyler Smith, Associate ASLA
Garrett Arthur Tews, ASLA

New York Chapter
Jacob Fiss-Hobart, ASLA
Ada Thomas, Associate ASLA
Grace Vannatta, Associate ASLA
Tim Webster, ASLA

Ohio Chapter
Kimberly A. Moss, Affiliate ASLA

Oregon Chapter
Ignacio Lopez Buson, ASLA

Pennsylvania/Delaware Chapter
Adrienne Seery, ASLA

Texas Chapter
Alexandra L. Marler, ASLA

International
Ana Lucia Montemayor Paredes, International ASLA
Maria Fernanda Sandoval, International ASLA
James Roberts, International ASLA

Student
Daniel Bautista, Student ASLA
Mara Broggi, Student ASLA
Jeremiah Dakota Crom, Student ASLA
Danielle Daboll, Student ASLA
Ashley Deliberto, Student ASLA
Erin Duckwall, Student ASLA
Chelsea Rose Dunseth, Student ASLA
Connor Eisenbraun, Student ASLA
Sarah Evantash, Student ASLA
Ethan Fey, Student ASLA
Liliana Francisco, Student ASLA
Matthew Gauldin, Student ASLA
Madisyn Landry, Student ASLA
Victoria Lau, Student ASLA
Sobie LIAM, Student ASLA
Zeinab Maghdouri Khubnama, Student ASLA
Harisa Martinos, Student ASLA
Michelle Mocelin Urano, Student ASLA
Jace Hunter Moran, Student ASLA
Shelby Claire Morris, Student ASLA
Peter Ovard, Student ASLA
Sierra Palmer, Student ASLA
Mohammad Rezvan, Student ASLA
Koehler Eugene Rock, Student ASLA
Wendy Rosales, Student ASLA
Avery E. Schill, Student ASLA
Mary Schultz, Student ASLA
Xinyi Su, Student ASLA

Student Affiliate
Delfina Blaquier, Student Affil ASLA
Ka Hei Chan, Student Affil ASLA
Hayley Fouratt, Student Affil ASLA
Judah Gustafson, Student Affil ASLA
Landon Lagasse, Student Affil ASLA
Nicolette Remmel, Student Affil ASLA
Edward Smith, Student Affil ASLA
Juan Vargas, Student Affil ASLA
Anna C. Wheele, Student Affil ASLA

Student International
Sevgi Bozdag, Student Intl ASLA
Mary Jane Pormento Inocencio, Student Intl ASLA
Jinyao Lin, Student Intl ASLA
Mahnaz Najafi, Student Intl ASLA
Fatima Paracha, Student Intl ASLA