Faculty and Facilities
UW-Platteville has faculty that are knowledgeable in ornamental
horticulture and plant science, and recognized
for excellence in teaching. Courses for the ornamental
horticulture major are taught by faculty in the School of
Agriculture, Department of Biology, and Department of
Business and Accounting. Average class size ranges from
10 to 50, allowing instructors to become acquainted with
students and provide individualized attention. Students
majoring in ornamental horticulture are provided handson
practical experience and theoretical knowledge in the
classroom. In addition to teaching, our faculty advise
student organizations and judging teams, conduct research,
consult with businesses and provide horticultural advice
to the public.
Facilities at UW-Platteville include modern laboratories
for ornamental horticulture, plant tissue culture, soils
analysis and crops. Students are encouraged to become
actively involved in the operations of Pioneer Greenhouse,
a state-of-the-art 6,000 sq ft greenhouse complex, and the
development of Pioneer Gardens, a 30,000 sq ft collection
of theme gardens used for educational purposes and to
beautify our campus.
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