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Douglas Kent is a lecturer in the field of ecological land management, author, activist, and educator with over 40 years of experience working on California's landscapes. He teaches land management courses at the University of Southern California's School of Architecture, specifically at the John Lyle Center for Regenerative Studies. His expertise is reflected in his authorship of several influential books on land management themes, including 'Firescaping: Protecting Home Fire-Resistant Landscape,' and 'Foraging Southern California: 118 Nutritious, Tasty Abundant Foods.' Kent has contributed over 50 articles to diverse publications such as CoastKeeper Magazine and Fine Gardening. He holds master's degrees in Regenerative Studies and Landscape Architecture from California Polytechnic University, Pomona. His current teaching includes a course titled 'Advanced Topics in Urban Ecology,' where he explores the impacts of human activity on the planetary environment, including topics like sea-level rise and deforestation, providing landscape architectural strategies to mitigate these issues.
University of Southern California, School of Architecture • Los Angeles, CA
Teaches land management courses focused on ecological approaches and sustainability.
GRE is NOT required for Master's applicants for 2025-2026.