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Faculty

All of our full time faculty are affiliated with the National Association of Landscape Professionals. Learn more about them below.
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Phil Allen

PWS, Professor
Phone: (801) 422-2421
Room: 2123 LSB

If you were a plant, what plant would you be and why?
An oak tree, because acorns are nuts too.

Why should someone be a Plant & Landscape Systems major
Students who love to be outside should at least consider Plant & Landscape Systems. The professional opportunities are phenomenal with this degree, which comes as a surprise to most parents.

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Matt Arrington

Assistant Professor
Plant & Wildlife Sciences
801-422-6209
108 LSGH Provo, UT 84602

Why should someone be a Plant & Landscape Systems major?
Plants are a vital part of our lives, enhancing the beauty we experience and enjoy, nourishing our bodies and our spirit. The Plant and Landscape Systems major offers students rich experiences and hands-on training in the art and science of plants. Whether you are passionate about landscape management or controlled environment agriculture, there is a home for you with engaged and passionate faculty to help guide you in the PLS major.

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Bradley Geary

Plant & Wildlife Sciences, Professor
Phone: (801) 422-2369
Room: 4123 LSB

If you were a plant, what plant would you be and why?
I would be a potato since it is truly the only noble plant

Why should someone be a Plant & Landscape Systems major?
Incredible job opportunities, lots of fun, and awesome activities

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Bryan Hopkins

PWS, Professor
Phone: (801) 422-2185
Room: 5117 LSB

If you were a plant, what plant would you be and why?
Cactus (ask my wife)

Why should someone be a Plant & Landscape Systems major?
I feel a spiritual connection with the natural world we live in. I love spending time working outdoors in caring for our world.

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Greg Jolley

PWS, Professor
Phone: (801) 422-6872
Room: 2125 LSB

If you were a plant, what plant would you be and why?
Gambel Oak; because I can be trained to be a tree or a shrub; I can be trained to do anything!

Why should someone be a Plant & Landscape Systems major?
It prepares you right out of school to attend the graduate school of your choice (of course only if you have the grades and preparation) OR you are able and prepared to start a career in the landscape industry right out of school.

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Ryan Stewart

PWS, Professor
Phone: (801) 422-7984
Room: 2124 LSB
Email: rstewart@byu.edu

If you were a plant, what plant would you be and why?
I'm not sure, but I think my wife would like it if I were an obedient plant (Physostegia virginiana)

Why should someone be a Plant & Landscape Systems major?
Improving the lives of others through enhancing their surroundings coupled with the unlimited opportunities of personal and professional development are some of the many reasons why students should consider majoring in this field

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Wendy Vawdrey

Adjunct Faculty - Interior Plants and Landscapes
PWS
2126 LSB
801-422-2437

If you were a plant, what plant would you be and why?
A daffodil. They are cheerful and always turn their faces to the sun.

Why should someone be a Plant & Landscape System's major?
There is peace and solace in working with living plants, even when making money doing so. These two virtues are rare in the modern workplace.

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Brianna Wells

Adjunct Faculty - Floral Design
PWS
2126 LSB
801-422-8137

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