Abigail Long Resume
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Abigail Long Resume

PROFILE
I am a Temple University student pursuing a degree in landscape architecture with an interest in ecological restoration and sustainability. In addition to ongoing intensive studio design coursework, I am enrolled in numerous horticulture courses. I am a quick learner with a versatile skill-set, looking to give back to the community through caring for the natural world.

TEMPLE UNIVERSITY, TYLER SCHOOL OF ART
2017 – 2021 | Ambler, PA
Bachelor of Arts: Landscape Architecture, 4.0 GPA

EXPERIENCE

MORRIS ARBORETUM
2018 – Present | Philadelphia, PA
ASSISTANT GARDENER | McCausland Natural Lands
Maintained natural areas within the garden by utilizing restoration techniques such as planting, weeding, string trimming, pest management, watering • Practiced safe and effective invasive plant removal techniques • Assisted with arboretum’s continuing education classes under the mentorship of lead horticulturalist
AMBLER ARBORETUM AT TEMPLE UNIVERSITY
2018 – Present | Ambler, PA

ARBORETUM STUDENT WORKER
Maintained all areas of arboretum including native plant garden and formal gardens • Assisted with execution of arboretum’s largest annual fundraising event • Managed weekly volunteer sessions

AFFILIATIONS

AMERICAN SOCIETY OF LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTS, TEMPLE CHAPTER
2018 – Present | Leadership role: Secretary
Created and designed all content for events and meetings • Assisted with community service projects such as: ABC House of Radnor, PA design installation, wreath making event

SOCIETY OF ECOLOGICAL RESTORATION, TEMPLE CHAPTER
2018 – Present

LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTURE AND HORTICULTURE ASSOCIATION
2017 – Present


SKILLS

Adobe Suite
Microsoft Office Suite
Extensive plant I.D. knowledge
Landscaping Technique Training
Digital/Non-digital Landscape Designs


AWARDS

W.W. Smith Scholarship
James W. Hilty Student Award