Integrating the Development of Campus Gardens Into An Undergraduate Horticulture Curriculum: A Case Study

Students majoring in Landscape Contracting at the Pennsylvania State University participate annually in the planning and implementation of campus gardens.  Course instructors partner with professionals from the university’s Office of Physical Plant to guide students in tasks such as material selection, scheduling, safety management, and construction operations.  Students gain extensive knowledge of construction technology and project management, while the university benefits from reduced project costs.