Happy Fall! We have lots of great upcoming events and volunteer opportunities this month, so be sure to scroll through to the bottom of the newswire. This moth's newswire is organized as follows:

1. Upcoming ASLA Oregon Chapter Events
2. Non-Affiliated Upcoming Events
3. Upcoming Continuing Education Opportunities

Thank you to all who participated in the 2026 Design Awards, and congratulations to all the award recipients. The 2026 Design Award Winners page will be updated within the week, so check back soon!

UPCOMING CHAPTER EVENTS

October Urban Design Panel

When: Tuesday, October 20th, 12:00pm - 1:00pm.

Where: Virtual, register here.

OMSI District Vision and Update 

Join OMSI for a look at the vision behind the OMSI District, a 24-acre, transit-oriented neighborhood on Portland’s east bank. Hear how up to 3 million square feet of mixed-use development, 1,200 housing units, a Center for Tribal Nations, and a Waterfront Education Park will come together to create a new kind of place in the Central Eastside, one rooted in science, culture, and connection to the river. We’ll share where the project stands today, what’s coming in future phases, and how the District can become a place for everyone in Portland.

Sustainable Manufacturing Strategies Webinar

When: Wednesday, November 4th, 12:00pm

Where: Virtual, register here.

Presented by Landscape Forms in collaboration with ASLA Oregon, presentation will provide 1 CUE.

Landscape Contractor Panel

When: Thursday, November 12th, 5:30pm - 7:00pm.

Where: Mackenzie Offices: 1515 SE Water Ave, Suite 100, Portland, OR 97214

Please join the Oregon ASLA Mt Hood Section for a panel discussion between landscape architects and landscape contractors about the bidding process. Have you ever wondered what goes into putting a successful bid together? Are there things we can do to communicate design intent to contractors to make it easier to compare bids and narrow the margin between high and low bids? Bring your questions. We'll provide the pizza.

Register here. LACES CEUs pending.

2027 Shadow Mentor Day - Firm Sign Up

Shadow Mentor Day is Friday, January 22nd, 2027.

Where: Bend, Eugene, Portland, Medford/Ashland, Seattle/Tacoma.

Each year UO Student ASLA joins forces with Oregon ASLA to organize Shadow Mentor Day, where UO students are paired with PNW-based firms and join them for a day at the office. This is an incredible opportunity for our students to get exposure to a real studio/office environment, make connections, and be inspired by the work that you and your firm do. 

To participate and host students for the day, please fill out the form below. If you have any comments or questions, please reach out to our president Annika at awe@uoregon.edu Thank you!

2027 Design Symposium Survey - Share Your Ideas!

2027 Symposium is Saturday, April 10th @ the World Forestry Center.



As we prepare for the 2027 Design Symposium, we want to hear ideas from our community about what they would like to see.

Do you know a guest speaker you would like to see featured? Is there a specific topic you would like presented? Have a fun idea on how to make the event more engaging?

Please fill out THIS SURVEY and let us know how we can make this year's symposium more dynamic and engaging!

NON-AFFILIATED UPCOMING EVENTS

International Garden Festival Competition

When: Deadline to submit is November 3rd

Where: Chaumont-sur-Loire, in the Loire Valley, France

In 2027, the International Garden Festival will celebrate its 35^th anniversary. For this new edition, the Domain of Chaumont-sur-Loire invites you to imagine, as part of its international competition, gardens that extend the spirit of Chaumont: a concentration of imagination, poetry and high standards in landscape design. For more information, click here.

UPCOMING CONTINUING EDUCATION OPPORTUNITIES

Environmental Learning Center at Clackamas Community College Classes

Vegetated Stormwater Facilities

January 28th-29th, 9:00am - 4:30pm

At CC Environmental Learning Center

A two-day workshop for those who maintain and manage stormwater runoff using swales, raingardens, stormwater planters, and detention ponds.

CURRENT JOB POSTINGS

Employers: Did you know that you can post internships to the Oregon ASLA website for free? It's true!

Visit the Job Posting Board to advertise open internships

Visit our website for all Job Postings

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