Kesler, MLA ’26, named Landscape Architecture Foundation Olmsted Scholar
2026-09-17 • Sam Fox School
Amanda Kesler, MLA ’26, has been named a Landscape Architecture Foundation 2026 Olmsted Scholars. The program recognizes exceptional students — one from each accredited landscape architecture program in the U.S. and Canada — who are using ideas, influence, communication, service, and leadership to advance sustainable design and foster human and social benefit. Kesler began working as a designer with design, architecture, and engineering firm LJC in June.
The 2026 Olmsted Scholars were recognized at the Landscape Architecture Foundation’s 41st Annual Benefit on Wednesday, Sept. 16, in Los Angeles, held in conjunction with the ASLA 2026 Conference on Landscape Architecture.
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