Incoming Grads

Welcome to our new grad students!

Patricia Beckert (B+MLA)

Patricia was born and raised in Lima, Peru, but lived in Japan for 15 years before coming to Utah with her family. These experiences helped to expand her curiosity about human nature, and how culture, needs, and environment play an important role in our approach to the landscapes in different societies.

Julie Coleman (MLA)

Julie is an Ohio native who graduated Magna Cum Laude from Kent State University with a Bachelor of Arts in Architectural Studies and minors in Sustainability and Urban Studies. Julie is interested in urban landscapes, food producing landscapes and adapting spaces for climate change.

Courtney Cooper (MLA)

Courtney Cooper graduated from the University of Arkansas with a degree in Horticulture and minors in sustainability and ag business. She has a passion for sustainable design, landscape that encourages mental and physical well-being.

Sean Crow (MLA)

Sean has an undergraduate degree in construction management and has been a project manager for a design-build firm. Some of his favorite projects have included wetland restoration, trail design/ renovation, and public parks. He especially enjoys seeing sustainable plans and designs brought to fruition in communities.

Jessica Clements (B+MLA)

Jessica has been studying at USU since 2014. Having been exposed to a variety of living environments across the world, she has concluded that the atmosphere of a place induces deep psychological and emotional effects. She aspires to create peaceful and comfortable spaces that will benefit individuals and communities.

Saul Karamesines (MsBRP)

Saul earned a Bachelor of Science in Environmental Studies at USU. Growing up in the shadow of Bears Ears National Monument, he had a front row seat to witness both the necessity and difficulty of land conservation and sustainable development. He hopes to focus his studies on climate change adaptation.

Danyel Mezzanatto (MLA)

Danyel received her bachelor’s degree in International Ecotourism from Oregon State University. She also led the design and installation of educational gardens and heritage orchards. Danyel is looking forward to refining her design techniques while continuing to explore projects that prioritize community involvement.

Lloyd Sutton (MLA)

Lloyd graduated from Brigham Young University with bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science. He interned for the Scotts Miracle Gro Company and worked for an Idaho based agriculture company and Tesla. He is excited to pursue a career in landscape architecture.

Landis Wenger (MLA Advanced)

Landis grew up in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania and attended West Virginia University, where he received his B.S. in landscape architecture. He has a passion for stream and trail restoration and teaching others about the wonders of nature. Landis is excited to further his education in this new environment.

Averie Wheeler (MLA)

Averie grew up in Layton, Utah and graduated with a degree in Horticulture from Brigham Young University-Idaho in 2017. She and her husband welcomed three children to their family during that time, with a fourth arriving shortly after. She currently works as a designer for Landscape Expressions in Logan.