Erin Percevault, HLA faculty and staff, and Purdue Extension educators are partnering with Watch Us Farm to support planning and design efforts for their future campus in Zionsville, Indiana. The organization, which helps adults with disabilities find meaningful employment, was recently featured in the Indianapolis Business Journal (https://www.ibj.com/articles/zionsville-organization-helps-adults-with-disabilities-find-work – subscription required), highlighting their impactful mission[Read More…]
PhD Student | Advisor: Dr. Josh Widhalm We’re excited to welcome Bishop Debnath to our graduate student community! Originally from West Bengal, India, Bishop brings a strong academic background and a passion for plant science. He completed his undergraduate degree in Agriculture (B.Sc) from HNB Garhwal University, followed by a Master’s in Agricultural Biotechnology (M.Tech)[Read More…]
On Tuesday, September 2, the HLA department hosted its annual Welcome Back Event for undergraduate students, bringing together new and returning faces for an afternoon of fun, food, and connection. Students enjoyed a festive taco bar, participated in a lively scavenger hunt, and relaxed with a few rounds of cornhole on the lawn. The event[Read More…]
Angelique Robb Founder & Owner of SYNKD, Lafayette, LA Thursday, September 18, at 3:30pm HORT 117 or via Zoom The Future of Our (Combined) Industry: Why Interconnection is Key to Resilience in a Changing Climate Join us for a thought-provoking session that explores why the future of landscape architecture, horticulture, construction, and maintenance depends on[Read More…]
On Friday, August 22, HLA participated in the College of Agriculture’s BGR Carnival, an exciting welcome event for incoming students. Representing HLA were Dr. Kathryn Orvis, Rachael Carter, and HLA Ambassador Katelyn Rockey, who brought energy and enthusiasm to the festivities. The HLA table was a hit, featuring the Watermelon Card Ninja game and a[Read More…]
Hi! My name is Rachael Carter and I am the new Student Success Specialist in the Undergraduate Student Services office. I am very excited to be here in HLA with all of you! I moved here from Pensacola, Florida about nine years ago leaving behind a career of seventeen years in Healthcare and Graduate Medical[Read More…]