Joseph Regenstein, Jr. School of the Chicago Botanic Garden

Professional Programs

PHOTO: Louise in field PHOTO: student studying trees PHOTO: students in the lab

The Joseph Regenstein, Jr. School of the Chicago Botanic Garden is dedicated to providing quality educational programs for the adult learner. The school is very pleased to continue to expand the professional development opportunities for green industry and conservation professionals with our newest programs for professionals working to improve outdoor spaces at healthcare facilities.

Programs for Professionals

Awaken the Artist Within You – NO LONGER AVAILABLE
Stephen Marzahl invites you to join him as he talks about the artist within each of us. As a designer, Stephen is aware of the need to be in touch with and call on creativity to summon the artist within. Some may feel they are not creative or not creative enough. Stephen disagrees. This talk will include pragmatic tips on tapping into, nourishing, and protecting the creative you.

Stephen W. Marzahl, ASLA, Landscape Architect,
Creative Environments Group, Ltd.
Sat., Mar. 6, 9 a.m. – noon
Plant Science Center, Seminar Suite 109
$39/$49

Insects of Trees and Shrubs

Learn detailed information about the fascinating insects and mites that inhabit the trees, shrubs, and flowers of the landscape. You'll see photos of the various stages of species development, hear about their life histories, and find out whether cultural, biological, or chemical controls might be needed. To get that closer view, attendees will have a chance to use a dissecting microscope. Lunch is on your own.

Jim Appleby, Associate Professor, University of Illinois
Fri., Mar. 12, 9 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Plant Science Lab, Regenstein Center
$79/$99

Perspective Drawing for Designers

Come discover a sketching process that's a quick and effective tool for designers. You'll be introduced and exposed to various fast-sketching techniques that are perfect for charrettes and client meetings. Then you'll move into more advanced and refined techniques to broaden your range of applications. We will also discuss and demonstrate graphic software integration to complement the sketching techniques. Students will receive a materials list prior to the workshop. Note: software discussed is for lecture purposes only and will not be discussed in great detail. Lunch is on your own.

Gary W. Lehman, RLA, ASLA, G Studio
Fri., Mar. 19, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Linnaeus Room
$99/$124

Analyzing the Site

This course demonstrates an essential process to review existing site conditions prior to creating a landscape design. This process will provide tools to create a healthy and well-designed site and address problems that may not be apparent to the casual observer. Gary will identify several methods to approach the testing, which are all relatively simple and not costly. These methods include soil testing, wind testing, program analysis, evaluation of vegetation, and many others. Students will select a site and apply various methods to compile a report that will identify clear problem solving.

Gary Lehman
8 Thursdays, May 13 – July 1, 6:30 – 9 p.m.
Plant Science Center, Seminar Room 108
$249/$312

REGISTRATION INFORMATION

To check whether your class choice has been filled or canceled, please phone the registration service at (847) 835-8261 and press 2 after the greeting, or check the class schedule online.

Preregistration is required. You may register online, by phone, by fax or by mail. Payment at the time of registration is mandatory with check or credit card. Checks should be payable to the Chicago Botanic Garden. No purchase orders will be accepted.

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Fax registration form with payment by credit card to the Education Registrar at (847) 835-6874. Phone the registration service at (847) 835-8261 and press 1 after the greeting. Payment with credit card is required.