A symposium is a conference established for the exchange of information, and a highlighted event is one that is new and/or unique from our traditional course offerings. Every year we offer diverse programs with internationally acclaimed speakers for every kind of adult student. Our students are many and diverse, yet connected by a similar desire to learn and to grow. They range from inspired individuals seeking to stimulate their minds through interesting opportunities to professionals in the green industry working toward improving their careers.
These programs can open a new door, provide inspiration, present unique opportunities, expand your social or professional network, and challenge viewpoints of current events in the world around us.
Come discover what the Regenstein School has to offer.
| SYMPOSIA | ||
| Saturday, January 23 |
Spirit: Garden Inspiration A Half-day Symposium Featuring Dan Pearson |
1 – 4 p.m. |
| Thursday, February 25 |
Midwest Ecological Landscaping Association Symposium: Our Future is in YOUR Hand—Sustainability in Action |
7:30 a.m. – 5 p.m. |
| Friday, June 11 |
Janet Meakin Poor Research Symposium: Assisted Migration of Plants |
9 a.m. – 5 p.m. |
| Thursday & Friday, September 23 & 24 |
Turfgrass Symposium | TBD |
| Friday, October 29 |
Chicago Regional Forum on Ethics and Sustainability | TBD |
| HIGHLIGHTED SPEAKERS AND EVENTS | ||
| Sunday, January 24 |
Painting on Vellum: A Slipper Orchid Portrait | 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. |
| Friday, March 12 |
The Magical World of Floral Close-Ups with Allen Rokach | 7 – 9 p.m. |
| SATURDAY, March 13 |
Floral Close-Up Photography with Allen Rokach | 8 a.m. – 6 p.m. |
| Friday, March 19 |
Botanica Magnifica: Portraits of the World's Most Extraordinary Flowers and Plants | 7 – 9 p.m. |
| Sunday, April 25 |
A Tale of a Secret Garden | 1:30 – 3:30 p.m. |
| Saturday, May 1 |
Willow Workshops | 8:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. |
| Tuesday – Friday, May 4 – 7 |
Garden Sculpture Workshop: Rhythms of Stone | 9 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. |
| Sunday, May 23 |
Beatrix Farrand: Private Gardens, Public Landscapes | 1:30 – 3:30 p.m. |
| Wednesday – Sunday, June 16 – 21 |
Northwoods Conservation Service Trip | |