The Katharine M. Grosscup Scholarships in Horticulture
School: undergraduate, Horticulture, Purdue University

The Use of Native Species in the Everyday Landscapes

Bigler will work to find new ways to combine common perennials with native species to increase biodiversity in the landscape.

The Katharine M. Grosscup Scholarships in Horticulture
School: master’s student, Landscape Architecture, Temple University

Continuing Studies in Restorative Landscape Architecture

Hansen will continue studies on outdoor space design with all members of the ecosystem in mind, including spaces for humans to interact with nature.

The Katharine M. Grosscup Scholarships in Horticulture
School: undergraduate, Landscape Architecture, Ball State University

Continuing Studies in Landscape Architecture

Sloniger aspires to design sustainable and inviting outdoor spaces with details that tell a story and create a sense of curiosity and environmental stewardship for all users of the space.

The Katharine M. Grosscup Scholarships in Horticulture
School: undergraduate, Horticulture, Michigan State University

Greater Lansing Urban Garden Volunteering

Schneider’s work with the Greater Lansing Food Bank Garden Project will empower a network of home gardeners and community gardens to address issues of hunger in Michigan.

The Katharine M. Grosscup Scholarships in Horticulture
School: master’s student, Environmental Science, Cleveland State University

Characterizing Tree Quality in Urban Environments

By evaluating tree distribution across communities in Cuyahoga County, Moore’s studies will enhance the ability to manage urban forests effectively.

The Katharine M. Grosscup Scholarships in Horticulture
School: master’s student, Ecology and Evolutionary Biology, Kent State University

Resource Allocation in Contrasting Populations of Two Invasive Trees Under Drought Stress

Becker’s research aims to provide insight into traits that allow invasive locust species to spread as quickly as they have.

The Katharine M. Grosscup Scholarships in Horticulture
School: undergraduate, Landscape Architecture, Michigan State University

Landscape Architecture Student

Durgy desires to create landscapes that address heat island effects, stormwater management, and water efficiency.

The Katharine M. Grosscup Scholarships in Horticulture
School: undergraduate, Botany and Environmental Science, Miami University

Undergraduate Studies

Sayner will work on sustainable projects on the Miami University campus, including creating new pollinator gardens.

The Katharine M. Grosscup Scholarships in Horticulture
School: undergraduate, Plant Sciences, The Pennsylvania State University

Beyond Pigments: A Microbial Tale of Flavonoid-Induced Phyllosphere Changes in Maize

Colvin’s research will provide valuable insight for plant breeding programs and pest management strategies.

The Katharine M. Grosscup Scholarships in Horticulture
School: Master’s student, Floriculture, Michigan State University
Brown’s thesis focuses on determining flowering responses of specialty cut flowers. Brown will research the influence of photoperiod on flower induction, initiation, time to harvest, yield, and morphology of four specialty cut-flower crops. Brown will inform growers of ways to increase productivity during greenhouse cut-flower production that will provide more efficient, attractive, and hardy plants for consumers.