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Mitch Glass is a Lecturer in the Departments of Landscape Architecture and City and Regional Planning at Cornell University, and Director of the tRUST-lab (Regenerating Urban Spaces + Terrain). He specializes in urban regeneration, community-based planning, environmental justice, and Indigenous landscapes. His work focuses on Rust Belt cities, green infrastructure, and participatory design. Glass is also a member of the City of Ithaca’s Planning and Development Board since 2018, and has held fellowships with the Cornell Atkinson Center for Sustainability and Engaged Cornell.
Education:
- Master of Landscape Architecture, University of Virginia
- Bachelor of Arts, University of Connecticut
Research & Teaching: Glass teaches studios addressing urban neighborhoods, Indigenous topographies, and collaborative planning. His projects include the Kingsbury Run Nature Reserve in Cleveland and MidTown Cleveland revitalization. He emphasizes social, racial, and environmental justice through design.
Awards & Recognition:
- ASLA National Student Honor Awards (2021)
- ULI Hines Student Competition Honorable Mentions (2021, 2019)
- APA-NY Best Student Project Award (2021)
- CNU and AIA Honor Awards for urban planning initiatives
Grants & Collaborations: Supported by Engaged Cornell Fellowship funding for Cleveland projects. Collaborates with Cornell research teams on soil development and Indigenous landscape studies. Advises the ULI Hines Urban Design Competition and engages with municipal and nonprofit partners.
Labs & Initiatives: Leads the tRUST-lab, focusing on urban regeneration through community partnerships and sustainable strategies.
