Dr. Lauren Errickson

As the Director, Lauren leads the development, programming, and operation of Rutgers Gardens.  To ensure the demonstration gardens and natural areas of Rutgers Gardens continue to serve as educational resources for all, Lauren actively engages key stakeholders including Rutgers Gardens advisors, supporters, members, volunteers, and visitors; university faculty, staff and students; and statewide industry and community partners. Additionally, she leads outreach initiatives to promote Rutgers Gardens and educational efforts to increase public knowledge related to horticulture, ecology, and health. Within the School of Environmental and Biological Sciences (SEBS), Lauren also coordinates stewardship efforts supporting demonstration and teaching gardens that provide ornamental, agricultural, and environmental learning and design opportunities for students on campus.