The PSGSC represents UW graduate students in agroecology, agronomy, horticulture, plant pathology, p
The Plant Sciences Graduate Student Council (PSGSC) was founded in 2000 by combining the graduate student councils of horticulture, agronomy, plant breeding and plant genetics (PBPG) plant pathology, agroecology and botany. The PSGSC was created to foster enhanced communication and promote more social interaction among the graduate students of Plant Sciences.
04/21/2026
A glimpse into PSGSC Plant Prom 2026 🌿✨ — an evening filled with great company, good music, and unforgettable moments. We had such a wonderful time and made memories we’ll always look back on 💚🌱. Thank you all for making this possible!
03/30/2026
We had such a fun time at our ice skating event ⛸️❄️
Thank you to everyone who joined us and made it so special!
Wishing you all a relaxing and joyful Spring Break 🌸✨
01/27/2026
Together as one team, driven by strong values and a shared vision for progress, they are committed to serving the student body and strengthening the PSGSC community.
Meet this year’s Council.
12/21/2025
As we wrap up our term as the 2025 Plant Sciences Graduate Student Council officers, we want to say a heartfelt thank you to everyone who joined us, supported our events, and helped build such a strong community this year. We’re looking forward to the PSGSC’s bright future under a new elected leadership.
It has truly been a pleasure to serve you all and we want to wish Happy Holidays and Best Wishes for the New Year!
Outgoing 2025 PSGSC cabinet:
Joseph Walston, President
Jillian Abendroth, Vice president
Erica Kirchhof, Treasurer
Juma Bukomba, Student Engagement & Outreach Officer
Andrea Gonzalez, Agroecology Representative
Ophelia Tsai, Agronomy Representative
Rebecca Arias, Horticulture Representative
Elizabeth Hrycyna, Entomology Representative
Heather Wodehouse, Plant Breeding & Plant Genetics Representative
Amit Sharma, Plant Pathology Representative
Evan Freed, Soil Science Representative
Eduardo Barragan, Botany Representative
11/23/2025
When creativity meets color and enthusiasm, the results are nothing short of amazing! Last week’s Craft Night, hosted by PSGSC, was a vibrant celebration of artistry. Participants designed stunning crafts that truly showcased their talent and imagination!!!
11/23/2025
The 15th Annual Plant Sciences Symposium has officially wrapped up, and the 2025 council couldn’t be prouder of what we accomplished together. Whether you were among our Sponsors, presented groundbreaking research, volunteered behind the scenes, or cheered on your peers, thank you for making this event an unforgettable success.
10/30/2025
Have you registered yet to attend the 15th Annual Plant Sciences Symposium? Don't miss the chance to hear from Tangerini Alice from Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History. Registration closes today!!
10/29/2025
Register now for the 15th Annual Plant Sciences Symposium and seize the opportunity to hear from Dr. Nyree Zerega of Northwestern University, one of the leading voices in plant evolutionary biology.
10/28/2025
We continue to showcase our speakers for the 15th Annual Plant Sciences Symposium and today we present you Dr.Nolan Kane from the University
Colorado Boulder.
10/26/2025
We're excited to be approaching our Annual Symposium! Don't miss the opportunity to hear from one of our distinguished speakers, Dr. Julie Dawso from UW-Madison College of Agricultural and Life Sciences
10/23/2025
On the list of Speakers for the our 15 Annual Sciences Symposium is Dr.Alexandra Harmon-Threat from University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign