AmericanHort Names 2015 HortScholars
Six students were selected by AmericanHort to serve as this years HortScholars.
The HortScholars Program is open to undergraduate and graduate students attending two- and four-year colleges and universities. Applicants must major in horticulture or a related field and have a minimum 3.0 GPA.
The programs goal is to provide students with an enriching professional development experience that increases their knowledge, industry awareness and career enthusiasm. Recipients receive a one-year AmericanHort membership.
The 2015 recipients are:
–Sarah Leach Smith: University of Delaware
–Bobby Vance: Virginia Tech
–Madeline Olberg: Purdue University
–Nick Sobecki: Ohio University
–Emily Teng: University of Hawaii
–William Yoho, Jr.: Ohio State University Agricultural Technical Institute
The 2015 HortScholars will attend Cultivate15, receiving complimentary registration, lodging and meals. At the event, HortScholars will assist the Generation Next Community with events; conduct presentations; attend exhibitions and educational sessions; meet with industry mentors; and network at social events.
For more information, visit www.americanhort.org.