Landscape Architecture Department Advisory Council (LADAC)
The Cal Poly Landscape Architecture Advisory Council was formed in September 2001 to aid the Department in fulfilling its mission and goals. The Council consists of individuals who are leaders in the landscape architecture profession as well as business and community leaders who share a profound interest in furthering the mission of the Cal Poly Landscape Architecture Department. Members include representatives from the design and planning professions, the green industry, developers, and government and public agencies that interact with the landscape architecture profession.
LADAC Members
| LADAC Meetings for 2026-27 | Date |
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| Fall semester | October 16-17, 2026 |
| Spring semester (tentative) | March 5-6, 2027 |
| LADAC Student representatives 2026-27 | Cohort |
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LADAC Mission and Goals
The Council's mission is to provide advice, advocacy, access, and leverage to assist with the acquisition of needed resources for the Department. Its goals are:
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To provide advice and counsel to the Department Head.
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To provide input on the goals and objectives of the Department.
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To aid the Department Head and faculty in seeking public and private support for the programs of the Department.
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To enhance the communication between the Department and the world outside of the University.
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To help the Department retain and enhance its unique role as a leader in providing state-of-the-art and relevant education for tomorrow's landscape architecture professionals.
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To provide an understanding of the pulse and direction of the profession.
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To enhance access to the resources of the Department and College for the practicing professional, and vice-versa.
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To maintain liaison with the CAED Advisory Council.
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To maintain interaction with students and faculty of the department.
