Monday, July 11

Dr. Bandele to Address Experiential Learning Garden Summer Program

PRESS RELEASE

Southern University and A&M College
Southern University Agricultural Research and Extension Center

Contact: Bridget Udoh
(225) 771-5714
Bridget_udoh@suagcenter.com

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Dr. Bandele to Address Experiential Learning Garden Summer Program

BATON ROUGE, LA, 7/11/2011 - The Southern University Experiential Learning Garden Summer Program will have a special guest speaker on Tuesday, July 12th at 10:00 am. The legendary Dr. Owusu Bandele will give a lecture entitled “African American Agriculturalists” in room 138, SU Ag Center Building. All Zachary and SU garden members are invited to participate in this one-time session.

Youth from the cooking class and any others interested are invited to attend. Adults are also welcome. A very simple garden lunch will be provided for attendees. It is important to RSVP to ensure sufficient food.

RSVP: Stephanie M. Elwood at 225-771-2134.

Dr. Bandele is Professor Emeritus, Horticulture, Southern University Ag Center. He is well versed in the area of community gardens. The work that he has done with community gardens and other projects is inspirational and motivational. This is a true pleasure that you don’t want to miss!

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