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Connecting Students to Horticulture

Experiential Learning • Professional Development • Industry Engagement 

Spirited Learning™ provides students from all majors with meaningful experiential learning opportunities that strengthen their professional development and broaden their understanding of the broad and vibrant Texas horticulture industry. Through authentic engagement with industry partners, students develop confidence, career awareness, and a practical understanding of how horticulture intersects with business, science, technology, art and culture across the state. 

Student Learning Outcomes

Through participation in Spirited Learning™, students will be able to: 

• Engage directly with horticultural industry professionals, building practical knowledge of real-world operations, products and industry dynamics. 
• Strengthen professional communication skills by interacting with business leaders, entrepreneurs, technical experts and the larger community. 
• Expand career awareness by learning about various professional roles within horticulture from production and research to marketing, sustainability, retail and entrepreneurship. 
• Develop confidence in networking and in forming meaningful connections that may support internships, experiential projects or future careers. 
• Recognize the statewide importance and economic impact of Texas horticulture. 

Get Involved

Whether you are a student exploring career options, a faculty member seeking engaged learning opportunities for your students, or an industry partner interested in connecting with the next generation of leaders — Spirited Learning™ welcomes you.