Michigan State University, East Lansing, MI
Position(s): Education Director
Established in 1873, Beal Botanical Garden is the oldest university botanical garden in the U.S. and illuminates the interconnectedness between people, plants, and place. Situated in the heart of Michigan State University's campus along the Red Cedar River, this lovely natural landscape is perfect for collaborative programming to advance research, teaching, wellbeing, and public engagement.
San Antonio, TX
Position(s): Conservation and Volunteer Programs Specialist
A 38-acre tranquil escape, living classroom, research and conservation facility, and entertainment venue where art and cultural experiences come to life.
Program Examples
Ethnobotany of Native Plants Walking Tour (Monthly)
Inhabiting San Antonio: Exploring the People and Plants of this Place
Limeys and Radioactive Fruit: The Ethnobotany of Citrus Walking Tour
Teas, Tisanes, and Texas Natives
Honey in History
Bizarre Botany Series - Guided walking tours paired with a themed cocktail.
Nefarious Plants, Promiscuous Plants, The Fungus Among Us, Amazing Adaptations
DIY Culinary Series - Collaboration with garden chef combining culinary education and history.
Gin, Preserved Lemons, Za'atar, Ginger Ceviche, Marigold Tequila
Honey Tasting at Bee Day, 2021
Rain Chain and Sustainable Design
Virtual Tour of the Garden's Hives
Bronx, NY
The Garden pursues its mission through its role as a museum of living plant collections arranged in gardens and landscapes across its National Historic Landmark site; through its comprehensive education programs in horticulture and plant science; and through the wide-ranging research programs of the International Plant Science Center.
Position(s):
Station Interpreter - Wild Medicine Exhibit
Dig, Plant, Grow Instructor
Gardening Workshop Instructor
