Students

Student Call for Posters & Presentations

Attention planning students!

Do you have a thesis, independent study, internship, studio, or other intriguing planning project that you’ve been working on? Now is the time to think about presenting at the 2025 Florida Planning Conference!
This year’s conference will include two (2) distinct student competitions: multimedia presentation and poster session. You can submit for the multimedia session, poster session, or both. Your presentation or poster doesn’t have to be completed to submit, and you’re encouraged to submit a working idea.

All that’s needed to apply is a working title, abstract/summary of work, and a faculty endorsement.

Please note: In order to participate, you must be an APA Member in good standing. You can check your status here or sign up for FREE here.

Deadline: March 31, 2025

Review rules, criteria, deadlines here.

UF's Fountain Named 2025 Andre Anderson Scholarship Recipient

Victoria Fountain is a Master of Urban and Regional Planning student at the University of Florida looking to deepen her expertise in transportation, housing, and economic development.

While attending Spellman College, Victoria's passion for urban planning was sparked after examining economic disparities in her predominantly Black hometown of Conyers, GA.

Frustrated by the lack of diverse businesses, she sought to understand the root causes of limited development. Victoria researched economic stagnation in Black communities, particularly Atlanta’s West End, and uncovered the lasting impact of past planning decisions.

That's when she decided to become a planner!

Winter Update from Your Student Representative

March 2025

I am proud to introduce myself as your student representative. I am a student in the University of South Florida’s Master of Urban and Regional Planning program and serve as Vice President of its Student Planning Organization. Though I am a bit partial to the University of South Florida (Go Bulls!), I am honored to represent the interests and perspectives of planning students at all of our universities.

The mission of APA Florida is to be the leading voice for Florida’s future. As prospective stewards of that future, our involvement is invaluable, and APA Florida is eager to engage and support students in strengthening our skills, our networks, and our opportunities.

I encourage you to explore the resources available to you on the APA Florida website, connect with fellow members of the Emerging Planners Group, and participate in the upcoming events and initiatives of your local section.

I alo hope to see you all at the Florida Planning Conference in Daytona Beach! Speaking of conference, make sure you have submitted your poster or panel submission by March 31. (Perhaps something to work over spring break?)
Let me know how I can be of service.

Kaitlyn Nieman, University of South Florida MURP Graduate Student

The Planning Playbook

APA Florida created this digital flipbook just for Florida planning students.

We know it takes a lot of work to find the information you need on scholarships, mentoring, and networking opportunities, as well as guidance on how to find a job after you graduate.

So we condensed all that information into one resource! 

New Student Resources Now Available

The APA Florida Students page has been updated to serve current and prospective planning students around Florida. These resources include tips and links on registering as a student member, potential grants and scholarships, and information on AICP. The pages where these resources can be found are on the menu on the left under Students.

If you have any suggestions on additional resources or information to add, please contact the chapter office.