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Horticultural Science Alumni and Friends Reception

Sheraton Four Seasons Greensboro – Biltmore Room 3121 W Gate City Blvd, Greensboro, NC 27407 3121 W Gate City Blvd, Greensboro, NC, United States

Join the NC State Department of Horticulture for an open reception highlighting the latest program updates, recent accomplishments, exciting research and new plant introductions at the 2024 Green & Growin’ Show.

Changing the World One Community at a Time: Eloise S. Cofer Family Living Lecture Series presents Carmen Yulín Cruz

James B. Hunt Jr. Library, Auditorium

Join the Department of Agricultural and Human Sciences (AHS) for the Eloise S. Cofer Family Living Lecture Series featuring Carmen Yulín Cruz. When Hurricane Maria devastated San Juan, Puerto Rico in 2017, Carmen Yulín Cruz was on the front lines as the city’s 2.3 million residents responded to the devastation which rippled beyond physical destruction…

Agronomy Club

2405 Williams Hall

Come check out the Agronomy Club on Jan. 23. All students are welcome!

Spend a Day at State!

Participating High school Juniors, Seniors and Transfer students have the opportunity to Spend a Day at State and learn more about the College of Agriculture and Life Science and the Department of Crop and Soil Sciences.

Farm Yoga

Agroecology Education Farm

The Agroecology Education Farm invites students to the farm for a relaxing afternoon of yoga and a tour of the farm. Bring a mat or towel for the yoga session. Be sure to register in advance to let us know you will be attending.

Understanding and Improving Garden Soils

JC Raulston Arboretum, Ruby C. McSwain Education Center

Understanding and Improving Garden Soils is a four-session class that will dig deep into all things soil. A scientific understanding of soil chemistry, physics, biology and fertility will help you understand basic soil principles that you can apply to improve your garden soils, properly prepare your garden beds, create great compost, fertilize appropriately and maximize…

Picture a Scientist Documentary Screening

2405 Williams Hall

Join the CALS community for a screening of Picture a Scientist. This 2020 Tribeca Film Festival award-winning documentary tells the stories of women scientists and their quest for equity and inclusion.

Spend a Day at State!

Participating High school Juniors, Seniors and Transfer students have the opportunity to Spend a Day at State and learn more about the College of Agriculture and Life Science and the Department of Crop and Soil Sciences.

Flourish

Campus Health, Room 2301

Flourish is a collaboration between Prevention Services and the Department of Horticultural Science that developed from evidence-based research surrounding the benefits of horticulture therapy. Flourish facilitates student wellness connections and promotes physical and mental wellness, social skills and emotional growth. The series also provides experiential and educational opportunities.

Understanding and Improving Garden Soils

JC Raulston Arboretum, Ruby C. McSwain Education Center

Understanding and Improving Garden Soils is a four-session class that will dig deep into all things soil. A scientific understanding of soil chemistry, physics, biology and fertility will help you understand basic soil principles that you can apply to improve your garden soils, properly prepare your garden beds, create great compost, fertilize appropriately and maximize…