Students

FSU’s Sahari Walker Named 2024 Andre Anderson Minority Scholarship Recipient

APA Florida is thrilled to announce Sahari Walker as the recipient of the 2024 Andre Anderson Minority Scholarship. Sahari is a first year graduate student at Florida State University pursuing a Master of Urban and Regional Planning, already earning two Bachelors of Science in Political Science and Criminology, graduating Cum Laude in both programs. With her compassion and tenacity, she is training for a career where she can aid in preserving and establishing resilient communities.

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! 

Welcome, Students!

December 2022

Across the state of Florida, planning students at accredited schools aim to become the best future planners they could be. APA Florida has created a community not only to aid us towards career achievement, but also to build a greater connection amongst each other. At no charge to students, APA Florida promotes inclusiveness and connectivity between the diverse range of fields planning has to offer.

APA Florida is committed to working with students across all 12 sections to conduct professional events, mentorships, and networking opportunities to guide emerging planners towards success. The future of planning is in our hands, and the opportunity to learn from practicing professionals and mentors creates an invaluable base as we pave our own diverse paths.

As your newly appointed APA Student Representative, it is my duty to act as a liaison between the APA Florida section and students. I am excited for us students to work together towards becoming tomorrow’s best planners. The APA Florida site’s student section will facilitate student engagement by including information about upcoming events, scholarships, and career opportunities.

-- Sabrina Viteri, Florida State University DURP Graduate Student

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.