HLA Happenings

February 9-13, 2015

Monday/Tuesday, February 9-10
Bruce Bordelon and Liz Maynard will be traveling to the University of Kentucky to participate in the
Southern Research and Extension Activity orientation meeting. SERA045: Crop diversification
opportunities to enhance the viability of small farms.
Wednesday, February 11 at 11:30 p.m. in HORT 222
Special Horticulture Seminar-Candidate for the Specialty Crop Production Clinical/Engagement Faculty
Position located at Southwest Purdue Ag Center
Dr. Loretta Ortiz-Ribbing, Research Scientist, Minnesota Department of Agriculture
Commercial Vegetable and Melon Production: Challenges and Potential
Wednesday, February 11 at 1:30 and Thursday, February 12 at 9:00 am in STEW 326 - Purdue Board of
Trustees meetings
These meetings are open and faculty are encouraged to attend.
Thursday, February 12 at 3:30 p.m. (reception at 3:10 p.m.) in HORT 117
Horticulture Seminar
Sean Rotar, Purdue University
Enhancing Landscape Visualization in Historic Landscape
Friday, February 13, 2015: Roberto Lopez will be presenting the following webinar:
Uncovering the Potential uses for Light-Emitting Diodes (LEDs) in Greenhouses and Indoor Production of
Ornamental and Vegetable Crops
https://attendee.gototraining.com/r/7450823316771933442
Upcoming Events:
February 23 & 25, March 3 & 5 - Garden Center Employee Training
A Purdue University Extension Educational Event
https://ag.purdue.edu/hla/Extension/nle/Pages/Garden-Center-Workshop.aspx
This is a high-intensity, full day workshop for garden center owners, managers, and employees that will
provide a top-notch educational experience. This program is presented by Purdue University Extension
Specialists, Educators, and marketing experts, alongside leading industry professionals. We welcome
garden center professionals from across Indiana and the Midwest. The fee for each program includes
workbooks, breakfast pastries and coffee, lunch, one-on-one time with the speakers during breaks, and
much more.
Save the Date:
February 23, 2015 - LA Career Fair bit.ly/1AIwrWt
April 18, 2015 - The Landscape Architecture Department is preparing for its 50th Anniversary
Link for the Save the Date: http://bit.ly/1BQTrEM
Link to the 50th Anniversary website: http://hort.purdue.edu/LA50