Dr. Charles Cole

Professor

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Biography

Andy Cole serves as a professor and ecologist in the Department of Landscape Architecture, focusing on ecological understanding to enhance students' thinking and designs. He teaches courses on basic ecology and plant identification, along with seminars on restoration ecology and watershed stewardship. Cole actively engages in studios to assist students in applying ecological principles to their designs. His training as a wetland ecologist and background in wildlife biology inform his research interests, particularly in restoration ecology and the application of design decisions that impact landscape ecology. He is the director of the E+D: Ecology Design initiative, which emphasizes research-activated design and ecologically-based education, supplemented by outreach such as workshops and symposia. This initiative addresses complex environmental problems through collaborative approaches that integrate ecologists and designers. Cole has served as interim head of the department and is involved in various committees at Penn State.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor

1988-01-01 — Present

Department of Landscape Architecture, The Pennsylvania State University • University Park, PA

Engaged in teaching, research, and departmental leadership.

Requirements for Pennsylvania State University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
TOEFL
Writing
Required:24
Speaking
Required:23
Total
Required:100
IELTS
Writing
Required:7
Speaking
Required:7
Overall
Required:7
GRE General
Prerequisites
Master's degree in related field for PhD Baccalaureate degree from accredited institution
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Specialization Notes

GRE scores are highly recommended but not strictly required for Applied Linguistics.