Guest Speaker Series
In collaboration with the Urban Planning Students of Northridge (UPSN) the Guest Speaker Series invites seasoned practitioners. This series bridges the gap between academic learning and real-world application offering students a platform for networking, mentorship, and inspiration. Through these sessions, students are exposed to a variety of perspectives equipping them with the insights and tools needed to navigate their future careers in urban planning.
Fall 2024
Conae Seeney
- Date: Thursday, October 17, 2024
- Time: 2:30PM - 3:30PM
- Location: Maple Hall 206 (Light refreshments will be provided outside Maple Hall following the event)
Spring 2024
Andre Villasenor
Sustainability Coordinator for the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's Southern California Office, gave a lecture on “How to Drive Vehicular Source Reduction” for URBS 150 Discover the City.
Vilma Haass
Public Health Researcher, gave a guest lecture on “Public Health” for URBS 310 Growth and Sustainable Development of Cities.
Jaymes Dunsmore
Mobility Lab Leader at GENSLER, gave a guest lecture on “GENSLER” for URBS 400 Planning for the Natural and Built Environment.
Priyanka Agarwal
Urban Planner and Program Manager at GENSLER, gave a guest lecture on “GENSLER” for URBS 400 Planning for the Natural and Built Environment.
Roxan Rivas
Planning Director at Pacoima Beautiful gave a guest lecture on “Community Driven Planning + Grassroots Organizing in Pacoima” for the UPSN club.
Michael Samulon
Deputy Director of Electrification for the City of Los Angles gave a guest lecture on “LA’s Green New Deal” for URBS 400 Planning for the Natural and Built Environment.
Neel Kasliwal
Environmental Planner for the CA Department of Conservation gave a guest lecture on “Transformative Climate Communities” for URBS 415 The California Environmental Quality Act for Urban Planners.