Garrett Smith

Garrett Smith is a Lecturer in Sustainable Built Environments and Landscape Architecture at the University of Arizona's School of Landscape Architecture and Planning, serving as Interim Chair of the Sustainable Built Environments Program. His expertise lies in recreation ecology, advanced statistics, data science, and geospatial analysis, focusing on the spatial and social dynamics of recreation in parks and protected areas.

Education:

• PhD in Arid Land Resource Sciences, The University of Arizona
• MS in Environmental and Conservation Planning, The University of Arizona
• MA in Graphic Design, Savannah College of Art and Design
• BS in Printing, Georgia Southern University

Garrett investigates how recreation impacts public lands, wildlife, and management strategies, incorporating big data and simulation modeling to analyze recreational user flows near urban areas. He emphasizes interdisciplinary collaboration to study park access in sustainable urban development.

As an ultramarathon runner, he immerses himself in diverse ecosystems to deepen his research perspective. Recent collaborations with CAPLA students and the Iskashitaa Refugee Network highlight his commitment to experiential learning and community engagement.