Landscape architecture students shine at AZ ASLA Awards Gala, Expo

A number of Landscape architecture students were earned awards for student excellence during the 2025 Arizona Chapter of the American Society of Landscape Architects Awards Gala & Expo.
The event, held at Clayton House, recognized outstanding achievements in landscape architecture, with CAPLA students making an impressive showing. In total, over 40 members of the CAPLA community were highlighted, showcasing the exceptional talent and innovation within the program.
An Honor Award was presented to “Rodeo Wash Watershed,” a project developed by students from LAR 301/610 Design Studio 3. This award was accepted on behalf of the team by Professor Kirk Dimond.
The project was completed under the guidance of Dimond, Lecturer Erik Schmahl and Teaching Assistant Cynthia Ruelas Balderrama.
The following students contributed:
MLA Students
- Akshaya Bharathi
- Esmeralda Carrasco
- Darin Jin
- Quinn McElvain
- Renee Peters
- Sam Pratt
- Greeshma Singireddy
BLA Students
In addition to the group awards, several individual students received special recognition.
Julia Nunn received an Honor Award for her project, “De Urbanite Park.”
BLA Student Excellence Awards
Honor Award
- Ava Bezaire
- Ashley Limbaugh
Merit Award
- Arden Cherry
- Joseph Graph
MLA Student Excellence Awards
Honor Award
- Christian Aguilar Murrieta
Merit Award
- Jackson Ells
These recognitions showcase CAPLA’s continued excellence in landscape architecture education, fostering the next generation of innovative designers.