Emerging Planners Network: A Student Webinar Series

About the Emerging Planners Network
APA is excited to announce its new webinar series, the Emerging Planners Network. Tailored specifically for students, this series features expert panelists from APA's chapters and divisions, each session focusing on different topics based on your interests and needs.
These interactive discussions will provide valuable insights and practical knowledge, from sustainable development and community engagement to planning technologies and career pathways.
Join us to connect with professionals, ask your burning questions, and shape your future in planning.
Upcoming Webinars
Emerging Planners Network: Graduation Party
Friday, May 22, 2026
Join us to hear career insights from recent grads and professionals in the public sector, private sector, and academia - all while celebrating the Class of 2026.
Don't miss your chance to get your APA Student Member graduation cord!
Panelists
Ian Preston, AICP - Planner - Gresham Smith
Andrea Bates, AICP - Assistant Director - City of Austin Planning Department
Dr. Keisha Maloney - Postdoctoral Research and Teaching Fellow - The University of British Columbia
Moderator
Mariah Smith - Student Representatives Council Region 4 Representative
Previous Webinars
Whether you missed the live session or want to revisit key points, the recordings and slides are a great resource.
March 2026: Emerging Planners Network: National Planning Conference 101
February 2026: Emerging Planners Network: Policy And Advocacy
Slides: Emerging Planners Network: Policy and Advocacy
January 2026: Emerging Planners Network: Internships!
September 2025: Emerging Planners Network: APA 101
Slides: APA 101 - Emerging Planners Network
May 2025: Emerging Planners Network: graduation Party!
December 2024: Sustainability
October 2024: First-Year Planning Students
Questions?
Email students@planning.org.

