Three Purdue turf science students and alumni—Ethan Flahaven (BS ’18), Brody Piel (BS ’25), and Otto Hoehl (Rising Senior)—are showcasing their expertise at the prestigious Olympia Fields Country Club in Illinois. Flahaven, a 2018 graduate, is the north course superintendent; Piel, a 2025 graduate, is assistant superintendent for the south course; and Hoehl, a current…Read more about Turf Science Student and Alumni Featured in AgComm Article[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 about Slice, Dice, and Say Hello – HLA Goes Ninja at BGR Carnival[Read More]


Hey guys! I hope you all are having a nice week. I know a lot of us are preparing for the fall semester to begin next week, so I imagine some might be feeling the impending stress if it hasn’t already descended. I haven’t decided how to feel yet. While I think the change in…Read more about This Week at the Purdue Student Farm[Read More]


Who: HLA Undergraduate Students, Faculty, and Staff working with Undergraduates Where: HORT Circle Drive When: September 2nd, 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM What: Meet & Greet, Dinner, and Activities with Prizes Join us for an evening of connection and celebration as we kick off the new academic year! This is a great opportunity to welcome…Read more about Save the Date – Undergraduate Welcome Back Event[Read More]


2026 Indiana Horticulture and Small Farm Conference Save the date for our new merged conference for horticultural crop growers and small farmers! PARP, CCH and CCA continuing education credits will be available. Coordinated by Purdue Extension Diversified Farming and Food Systems and the Purdue Department of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture. March 3–5 Hendricks County Fairgrounds…Read more about Save the Date – Indiana Horticulture and Small Farm Conference[Read More]


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