School of Natural Resources and Environment

Landscape Architecture

Stanton Jones

Associate Professor, Landscape Architecture

Educational Background: 

B.S, 1983, Miami University;
B.S.L.A., 1988, University of California, Davis;
M.L.A., M.C.P., 1993, University of California at Berkeley. (1993)

My work focuses upon the issues of inclusive design and social justice and how they impact both design processes and the physical places we help to create. Through my teaching, research and writing, I work to clarify how issues pertaining to landscape construction, technology, sustainability, process and form can and should be impacted by a deeper understanding of how the decisions we make as design and planning professionals impact the ability of people to take part in the life of vibrant, healthy landscapes, be they urban, rural, or wild.

Contact:

stanj@umich.edu

3546 Dana

734-764-6529

Nanette R. LaCross and William D. Drake Prizes

Contact Name: 
Dr. Michener
Typical application deadline: 
January
Page last updated: 
11/09/2010
Contact Phone: 
(734) 647-8711
Application Deadline: 
January 14, 2011
Funding source home page: 
Matthaei Botanical Gardens and Nichols Aboretum
Applicant Eligibility: 
Graduate
Master's Project
Applicant Eligibility Comments: 

 Only undergraduate and graduate students enrolled at the University of Michigan are eligible. Only students in SNRE or PITE may apply.

Keywords: 
Agriculture
Biodiversity
Birds
Conservation Biology
Ecological studies
Environmental Education
Green development
International students
Landscape Architecture
Mammals
Michigan
Natural Resource Management
Plants
Recreation
Research/field research
Restoration
Science/technology
Sustainability/Sustainable Development
Amount: 
$500-$2,000
Funding Abstract: 

These Prizes are intended to recognize and honor past, current or proposed work by students in SNRE or PitE who link their studies with the Matthaei Botanical Gardens & Nichols Arboretum in some way.  Examples include regular volunteering, proposing or working on special projects, conducting research or artistic endeavors related to the properties, or participating as student employees at the MBGNA in a way that leads to meaningful growth and development. Nominations can be made by fellow students, staff or faculty, or students can apply themselves. For students proposing a new project relevant to MBGNA, examples might include botanical, zoological, or ecological studies; environmental stewardship projects; green technologies and design related to the built environment; gardening with children, and local food production.
 
The LaCross Prize honors the student who best exemplifies the spirit of Nanette LaCross who as a lawyer worked tirelessly for women’s rights, animal welfare, and many other environmental concerns.
 
The Drake Prize honors the student who best exemplifies the spirit of William Drake who as a professor in the School of Natural Resources and Environment was dedicated to a variety of environmental concerns at both global and local scales.

Type of Funding: 
Award/Prize
Application Process and Required Materials: 

To apply for these prizes you must submit a 1-2 page statement describing past affiliation or proposing some new activity, describing how it has or will contribute to your personal and career goals. Also include a copy of your resume with names of at least three references.
 
To nominate someone, please submit a short one paragraph statement about the person you’d like to nominate and their connection to Matthaei Botanical Gardens and Nichols Arboretum. We will then ask the student nominated to submit a short application.

For students proposing a new project relevant to MBGNA, examples might include botanical, zoological, or ecological studies; environmental
stewardship projects; green technologies and design related to the built environment; gardening with children, and local food production.

Fund Usage: 
Project implementation, award for past projects, stipend
Fields of Study: 
Behavior, Education and Communication
Landscape Architecture

National Garden Clubs Inc College Scholarships

Typical application deadline: 
March
Contact Name: 
Virginia Froehlich
Page last updated: 
11/11/2010
Application Deadline: 
March 1, 2011
Contact Phone: 
734-675-2944
weblinks: 
Scholarship information
Application form
Funding source home page: 
National Garden Clubs, Inc.
Applicant Eligibility: 
Masters
Applicant Eligibility Comments: 

Must be a legal resident of the United States. Must have a 3.25 GPA (on 4.0 scale) and be a full-time student. Doctoral students are ineligible. Must be majoring is one of the above mentioned fields of study.

Keywords: 
Agriculture
Community Forestry
Conservation Biology
Forest/Forestry/Trees
Geography
Land management
Landscape Architecture
Natural Resource Management
Plants
Prairie
Restoration
Urban Planning
Amount: 
$3,500
Funding Abstract: 

The National Garden Clubs' scholarship program offers financial aid to students and promotes study in the fields of Agronomy, Agriculture Education, Horticulture, Floriculture, Landscape Design, Botany, Biology, Plant Pathology/Science, Forestry, Agronomy, Environmental Concerns, Economics, Environmental Conservation (including Engineering, Law, etc.), City (Rural & Urban) Planning, Wildlife Science, Habitat or Forest/Systems Ecology, Land Management and/or other related or allied subjects.

Type of Funding: 
Award/Prize
Application Process and Required Materials: 

Application packet includes:

 

 

 

  • Application form with personal/contact information
  • Personal statement addressing background, goals, financial need, and commitment to a career in the field (maximum 2 pgs).
  • List of extracurricular activities and honors.
  • Financial aid form
  • Three letters of recommendation addressing academic achievement, character, and work experience (1 pg maximum each).
  • Graduate and undergraduate transcripts
Fund Usage: 
To be determined by student and financial aid office
Funding Restrictions: 

Funds may be applied to studies overseas provided that the study is a condition of the recipient's degree plan and that payment continues to be made to the accredited U.S. college or university.

After the scholarship funds have been submitted to the college or university of the student's choice, it cannot be transferred to another college or university.

Fields of Study: 
Sustainable Systems
Landscape Architecture

Josephine De Karman Fellowship

Typical application deadline: 
January
Contact Name: 
Judy McClain, Fellowship Secretary Josephine de Karman Fellowship Trust
Page last updated: 
10/28/2010
Application Deadline: 
January 31, 2011
Contact Phone: 
(909) 592-0607
weblinks: 
Fellowship information, including link to application
Funding source home page: 
Josephine De Karman Fellowship Trust
Applicant Eligibility: 
Ph.D.
Applicant Eligibility Comments: 

Applicant must be currently enrolled at a US university and either be a senior undergraduate student (will receive Bachelor’s Degree in June 2011) or be in the final year of a PhD program (will defend dissertation by June 2011).

Open to students studying at US institutions regardless of citizenship.

Keywords: 
Behavior
Environmental Education
Environmental Justice
General support
International students
Landscape Architecture
Natural Resource Management
Policy
Research/field research
Social sciences
Amount: 
$22,000
Funding Abstract: 

The Josephine De Kármán Fellowship Trust was established in 1954 by the late Dr. Theodore von Kármán, world renowned aeronautics expert and teacher and first director of the Guggenheim Aeronautical Laboratory at the California Institute of Technology, in memory of his sister, Josephine, who passed away in 1951.  The purpose of this Fellowship program is to recognize and assist students whose scholastic achievements reflect Professor von Kármán's high standards.

Type of Funding: 
Fellowship
Funding Comments: 

Postdoctoral and masters degree students are not eligible for consideration. Special consideration will be given to applicants in the Humanities.

Application Process and Required Materials: 

Application packet includes:

  • Application form, which includes: personal information, statement of interest (250-300 words), and a description of progress toward completion of dissertation.
  • CV
  • Official transcripts (undergraduate and graduate)
  • Two letters of recommendation. Each letter of recommendation must be in a sealed envelope with the signature of the letter writer across the outside flap.
Fund Usage: 
Tuition, general support, stipend
Funding Restrictions: 

Study must be carried out only in the United States and all funds must be expended only within this country.

University's indirect cost rate may not be applied to the fellowship. It is hoped that ongoing support commitments are maintained.

Fields of Study: 
Behavior, Education and Communication
Environmental Informatics
Environmental Justice
Environmental Policy and Planning
Sustainable Systems
Landscape Architecture

Sounds Conservancy Grants Program

Typical application deadline: 
March
Page last updated: 
01/24/2011
Contact Phone: 
(978) 356-0038
Application Deadline: 
March 15, 2011
Funding source home page: 
Quebec-Labrador Foundation - Atlantic Center for the Environment
Applicant Eligibility: 
Graduate
Applicant Eligibility Comments: 

All university, college, and high school students, private individuals, and nonprofit organizations whose projects are within the region described above are eligible.

weblinks: 
Grant overview
Application form
Keywords: 
Biodiversity
Conservation Biology
Ecological studies
Ecosystem
Environmental Education
International students
Land management
Natural Resource Management
Ocean/Marine
Research/field research
Restoration
Travel
Water/Aquatic
Amount: 
Up to $2,500; average $1,000
Funding Abstract: 

The Sounds Conservancy is a marine research and education program designed to protect the estuaries and coastal waters of the Sounds of southern New England.  The Sounds Conservancy Grants Program is dedicated to supporting the conservation and restoration of the sounds of Long Island, Fishers Island, Block Island, Rhode Island, Martha’s Vineyard, and Nantucket and their adjacent coastlines in Connecticut, Massachusetts, New York, and Rhode Island. Through the use of a small grants program, the Sounds Conservancy working within QLF, seeks to secure the protection of its region’s marine resources through the support of projects focused on marine education, research, advocacy, and conservation.

Type of Funding: 
Grant
Funding Comments: 

 In addition to a final report and an expense budget, we ask recipients to submit a one-page, non-technical project summary that we will include in our annual compilation of project results.

Application Process and Required Materials: 

To apply, submit only the following:

  • application form (type or print neatly and detach, copies accepted);
  • one-page project summary (no more than 400 words) which should include the project’s objective, problem description, and strategy as well as who stands to benefit and how the results will be shared;
  • one-page income and expense budget;
  • one-page resume of the applicant.
Fund Usage: 
Travel, publishing, equipment, other fees
Funding Restrictions: 

TSC encourages applicants to seek other sources of funding to share project costs. A small portion of the grant may be reserved until TSC receives the final report.

Research must be within region stated above.

Fields of Study: 
Behavior, Education and Communication
Landscape Architecture

National Fellowships Program

Typical application deadline: 
January
Contact Name: 
Dr. Julie Gros-Louis, SDE/GWIS Fellowships Coordinator
Page last updated: 
10/14/2010
Application Deadline: 
January 15, 2011
Contact Phone: 
(319) 384-1816
weblinks: 
Fellowship information
Application (online version - also available as .pdf or .doc)
Funding source home page: 
Graduate Women in Science
Applicant Eligibility: 
Graduate
Applicant Eligibility Comments: 

Any nationality/citizenship is eligible, can perform research outside of the US,

All applicants must be women scientists who have already completed a bachelor’s degree, and are conducting research in the natural sciences. All applicants must pay the application fee in US dollars.

Membership of GWIS is not required.

Keywords: 
Agriculture
Computers
Conservation Biology
Ecological studies
Economics
General support
International students
Minority
Research/field research
Science/technology
Social sciences
Women
Amount: 
$1,000 - $10,000
Funding Abstract: 

Goal: To identify and to develop the GWIS leaders of tomorrow to supersede the GWIS leaders of today.

Purposes:

  1. To increase knowledge in the fundamental sciences.
  2. To encourage research careers in the sciences by women.

A variety of awards are given in two categories:

  • For the SDE, Eloise Gerry, and Vessa Notchev Fellowships, awards are for research in all the natural sciences, including: physical, environmental, mathematical, computer, life sciences, anthropology, psychology and statistics.
  • For the Nell I. Mondy Fellowships, awards are for research in the same areas as for the other Fellowships, with preference given to applications in the areas of food science and nutrition. The winner of the Nell I. Mondy Fellowship must be a member of SDE/GWIS.
Type of Funding: 
Fellowship
Application Process and Required Materials: 

Fill out application form (available online) and submit as a single file in a .pdf document, except letters of recommendation.

Application includes background information form, abstract of proposed research, description of project, budget with justification, and research subject or collection permits, if necessary.

Fund Usage: 
Research, supplies, publications, travel
Funding Restrictions: 

Funds cannot be used for the following:  tuition, child care, travel to professional meetings or to begin a new appointment, travel to another institution for coursework, training or workshops, administrative overhead or indirect costs, personal computers, living allowances, or equipment of general use.

A maximum of $10,000 may be requested-any fellowship proposals requesting over $10,000 will be disqualified.

Fields of Study: 
Behavior, Education and Communication
Environmental Informatics
Environmental Justice
Environmental Policy and Planning
Sustainable Systems
Landscape Architecture

Russell E. Train Education for Nature Program

Typical application deadline: 
February
Page last updated: 
12/09/2010
Application Deadline: 
February 28, 2011
weblinks: 
Fellowship information, inluding application information
Applicant Eligibility: 
Graduate
Applicant Eligibility Comments: 

To be eligible for a Train Fellowship, applicants must:

  • be a citizen or legal resident of a participating country
  • have a minimum of two year's work experience in conservation
  • be enrolled, admitted, or have applied to an institution of higher education
  • begin their studies within one year from the application deadline for their respective countries

Individuals who have received a fellowship from EFN in the past and who wish to pursue a second degree are NOT eligible. Eligibility criteria may vary slightly among countries.

Funding source home page: 
World Wildlife Fund
Keywords: 
Asia
Conservation Biology
Global change
International students
Latin America
Natural Resource Management
Research/field research
Travel
Tropical
Wildlife
Amount: 
Up to $20,000
Funding Abstract: 

Effective policy, education, fieldwork, and other conservation initiatives depend on sound technical knowledge and skills. Through  Russell E. Train Fellowships, EFN invests in the academic training of conservationists in Africa, Asia, and Latin America in a wide variety of disciplines so that they may gain the knowledge and skills necessary to manage natural resources in complex contexts.

Train Fellows receive financial support for education-related costs for a period of up to two years. Study can be at the master's or doctoral level and can take place anywhere in the world.

Type of Funding: 
Fellowship
Funding Comments: 

Because funds are limited, Train Fellows are encouraged to contribute to their educational expenses with personal or family funds when possible. In addition, EFN also strongly advises applicants to seek funding from other sources

Application Process and Required Materials: 

General application materials: application form (available online); two letters of recommendation; most recent academic transcripts; proof of admission to intended academic program; CV or resume.

Specific processes vary by country program.

Fund Usage: 
Tuition, travel, research, room and board, professional development
Funding Restrictions: 

Applicants whose total annual educational costs exceed $20,000 must show that they have requested or secured funding from additional sources, or can contribute personally to their education costs.

Fields of Study: 
Behavior, Education and Communication
Environmental Informatics
Environmental Justice
Environmental Policy and Planning
Sustainable Systems
Landscape Architecture

MSGC Research Seed Grant

Typical application deadline: 
November
Contact Name: 
Bonnie L. Bryant
Page last updated: 
09/23/2010
Application Deadline: 
November 19, 2010
Contact Phone: 
(734) 764-9508
weblinks: 
Grant information
Application portal
Funding source home page: 
Michigan Space Grant Consortium
Applicant Eligibility: 
Graduate
Applicant Eligibility Comments: 

Persons who received a Research Seed Grant in the previous year are not eligible to submit. Women, under-represented minorities and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Participation in this program is limited to faculty (research and professorial) at MSGC affiliate and lead institutions.

Keywords: 
Computers
Conservation Biology
General support
Global change
Natural Resource Management
Remote sensing
Research/field research
Science/technology
Systems Thinking/Complexity Science
Amount: 
up to $5,000
Funding Abstract: 

The Michigan Space Grant Consortium announces the MSGC Research Seed Grant Program. These seed grants are designed to support junior faculty or research scientists at all MSGC Affiliate Universities and Colleges. This program is designed to facilitate the development of research expertise that will allow research activities to be proposed to other federal or non-federal funding sources.

Type of Funding: 
Grant
Funding Comments: 

MSGC funding of Research Seed Grants will not exceed (but can be less than) $5,000.

Application Process and Required Materials: 

Application packet: research proposal, including abstract, project description, timeline, and plans for submission of proposal to other sources; budget and justification, including designated signature from home institution; approval by affiliate representation; CV; significant publications. All application materials must be submitted online through the MSGC website: http://sgc.engin.umich.edu/fellow/login.shtml by 11:59PM(EST) on the deadline date.

Fund Usage: 
Research
Funding Restrictions: 

Funds must be matched (at least one-to-one) with funds from non-federal sources.

No overhead charges can be deducted from the funds provided by the MSGC. Funding can be used for travel and to purchase supplies and services. Funding can also be used for faculty and student salaries if they are U.S. citizens. Funding cannot be used to purchase equipment or to pay salaries, stipends, or travel to persons that are not U.S. citizens.

Fields of Study: 
Behavior, Education and Communication
Environmental Informatics
Environmental Justice
Environmental Policy and Planning
Sustainable Systems
Landscape Architecture

Internship in Garden History & Design

Typical application deadline: 
February
Contact Name: 
Ms. Judy Smith
Page last updated: 
11/30/2010
Application Deadline: 
February 15, 2011
Contact Phone: 
(212) 753-8287
weblinks: 
Internship information
Application form
Funding source home page: 
Garden Club of America
Applicant Eligibility: 
Graduate
Keywords: 
Ecological studies
General support
Landscape Architecture
Plants
Research/field research
Amount: 
$2,000
Funding Abstract: 

The GCA Internship in Garden History & Design was established to encourage the study of garden history and design and, if possible, aid in cataloging the Garden Club of America Collection in the Archives of American Gardens (AAG) at the Smithsonian Institution in Washington, D.C. Preference is given to an undergraduate or graduate student wishing to work and pursue independent research at the AAG, but is also available to a student at any facility approved by the Scholarship Committee that provides adequate supervision and structure. The GCA award of $2,000 supplements any internship stipend provided by the AAG or other facility.

Type of Funding: 
Other
Funding Comments: 

$2,000 award supplements additional internship stipends. 

Application Process and Required Materials: 

Application form; short essay outlining experience relevant to project, career goals, and how the project will help you with them; two letters of reference (one from advisor, one from professor in major); transcripts. 

Fund Usage: 
Research
Fields of Study: 
Landscape Architecture

Joan K. Hunt And Rachel M. Hunt Summer Scholarship in Field Botany

Typical application deadline: 
February
Contact Name: 
Judy Smith
Page last updated: 
12/14/2010
Application Deadline: 
February 1, 2011
Contact Phone: 
212-753-8287
weblinks: 
Scholarship information
Application form
Funding source home page: 
The Garden Club of America
Applicant Eligibility: 
Masters
Applicant Eligibility Comments: 

Preference is given to undergraduate students.

Keywords: 
Agriculture
Community Forestry
Forest/Forestry/Trees
Landscape Architecture
Plants
Research/field research
Travel
Amount: 
$2,000
Funding Abstract: 

Provites financial aid toward a summer study of field botany. The purpose of the scholarship is to promote the awareness of the importance of botany to horticulture. It does not support lab work. The summer projects may be pursued beyond the regular course of study to gain additional knowledge and experience and may award credit. Study must be in any one of the 50 states of the U.S. College undergraduates and graduate students up to the Masters degree may apply. Preference is given to undergraduates. Application for the GCA Summer Scholarship in Field Botany and the application
for this scholarship are the same and will be considered together. Selection and administration by the GCA Scholarship Committee.

Type of Funding: 
Fellowship
Funding Comments: 

The specific course of study and the location are chosen by the student. Some suggested studies include:
• assisting a botanist with field studies
• assisting a botanist with plant inventories
• plant monitoring in a national forest
• internship on a special project in a botanical garden

Application Process and Required Materials: 

- application form

- short essay describing program you've selected, future plans, and what you hope to achieve

- one reference from your advisor and one from a professor familiar with your work & interests

- transcript

Mail application form to GCA (not emailed or faxed)

Fund Usage: 
Tuition, general support
Funding Restrictions: 

Does not support lab work.

Fields of Study: 
Landscape Architecture

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