Dr. Cole is a wetland ecologist, associate professor of landscape architecture at Penn State, and director of E+D. In this episode, he speaks with Penn State faculty Travis Flohr (assistant professor of landscape architecture) and Kendall Mainzer (engagement and career coordinator) about the nature of 'Ecology + Design', why now, and why Penn State. His thoughts highlight the importance of applying ecological principles and transdisciplinary thinking to design education and practice.