Dr. Leslie Palacios is an American Teaching Fellow in the Planning, Landscape Architecture and Environmental Design (PLAD) program at the University of Oklahoma’s Christopher C. Gibbs College of Architecture. She joined the college in 2023, bringing a strong foundation in landscape architecture and a deep commitment to studio-based education.
Originally from Chesapeake, Virginia, Dr. Palacios earned both her Bachelor and Master of Landscape Architecture degrees from Virginia Tech, followed by a Ph.D. in Environment and Planning from the University of Georgia. Her research explores the pedagogical dynamics of the design studio and examines the role of greenbelts and green corridors in shaping urban and rural environments.
Prior to joining OU, she taught in the Landscape Architecture Program at Purdue University and held instructional roles during and after her doctoral studies at the University of Georgia. Her work reflects a thoughtful integration of design theory, environmental planning, and educational practice.
