Beal Scholars

Beal Scholars are mentored student interns hired to work on a variety of projects for the garden. We are proud of their work and dedication. Meet the Beal Scholars who have worked with us during 2026!

See our Beal Scholars page for more information on this program.

Sydney Bruinsma

Sustainable Parks, Recreation, and Tourism
Beal Scholar, Fall 2024
Current Scholar

Samuel Caliente Quinto

Forestry
Beal Scholar, Fall 2025
Current Scholar

Seth Dornbos

Environmental Studies and Sustainability
Beal Scholar, Summer 2025
Current Scholar

Mikayla Jackson

Residential College in the Arts and Humanities (RCAH)
Spring 2026
Current Scholar

Nia Jackson

Psychology
Spring 2026
Current Scholar

Isabella Leksche Rosales

Forestry and Wildlife Ecology & Management
Beal Scholar, Fall 2025
Current Scholar

Basia Love

Plant Biology
Beal Scholar, Summer 2025
Current Scholar

Betty Powers

Horticulture
Beal Scholar, Summer 2023
Current Scholar

Arula Sadalage

Environmental Studies & Sustainability and Environmental Economics & Management
Beal Scholar, Fall 2025
Current Scholar

Vivian Smith

Zoology
Spring 2026
Current Scholar