Penn College Students Shine at National Collegiate Landscape Competition
Pennsylvania College of Technology students showcased their skills and talents at the 48th annual National Collegiate Landscape Competition held at Brigham Young University in Provo, Utah. The event brought together 650 students from 50 schools across the nation, along with industry manufacturers, suppliers, and leading companies in the field.
Among the standout performers was second-year student Laura A. Snyder, who received the prestigious Akerman Family Scholarship worth $1,000. Snyder placed seventh overall in total points and secured top-10 finishes in three categories: Lighting, Sales Presentation, and Annual/Perennial Identification.
Penn College as a whole also had a strong showing, placing 16th overall and earning eight top-10 finishes in various categories. Other students who excelled at the competition included Luke C. Miller, Jake A. Seasock, Steven K. Thompson Jr., Peyton E. James, and Mickey D. Malec.
Assistant professor of horticulture, Carl J. Bower Jr., expressed his pride in the students’ accomplishments, noting that many of them were first-year students competing against more experienced participants. The students, who are members of the Penn College Horticulture Club, received support from alumni and faculty members throughout the competition.
Overall, the National Collegiate Landscape Competition provided an invaluable learning experience for the Penn College students, who gained exposure to industry professionals and honed their skills in various landscaping disciplines. Their success at the event is a testament to their hard work and dedication to their craft.