- Ph.D. in Horticulture, Oregon State University – Plant Breeding and Genetics Option
- M.S. Horticulture Science, NC State University, 2012
- B.S. Botany, NC State University, 2007
- B.S. Horticulture Science, NC State University, 2007 – Minor: Business Management
- University Department Conservatory
- Location Wanek School of Natural Sciences 351
- Phone Number +1 (336) 841-9082
- Email [email protected]
Dr. Lattier is Director of the Caine Conservatory in the Wanek School of Natural Sciences at High Point University. Before moving to High Point, Dr. Lattier completed his Ph.D. in Horticulture at Oregon State University and a Postdoctoral Fellowship with the Floral and Nursery Plants Research Unit of the U.S. National Arboretum. Dr. Lattier’s research interests focus on plant breeding and genetics of ornamental plants. In addition to his education, Dr. Lattier has extensive experience working in public gardens and conservatories around the world. Some of the highlights of his career include internships at Longwood Gardens in Pennsylvania, the Nectandra Institute in Costa Rica, the Royal Botanic Gardens at Kew, and the world’s largest conservatories at the Eden Project in Cornwall, UK. Throughout his career, Jason has developed a passion for horticulture, for botanical research, for teaching, and for sharing new and interesting plants with world.
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- B.S. Public Administration/Biological Sciences, University of Central Florida, 1995
- University Department Conservatory
- Location Caine Conservatory Headhouse 110
- Phone Number 336-951-7458
- Email [email protected]
Mr. Meiners is Manager of the Caine Conservatory in the Wanek School of Natural Sciences at High Point University. Before moving to Greensboro, NC, Mr. Meiners completed his B.S. in Public Administration and Biological Sciences at the University of Central Florida. He has held positions at North Carolina State University in the College of Natural Sciences within the Departments of Parks, Recreation and Tourism Management, Forestry and Environmental Resources and Forest Biotech Group as well as in the College of Humanities and Social Sciences’ Department of English before continuing a position in administration in at University of North Carolina in Chapel Hill’s College of Arts and Sciences’ Department of Public Policy.
In addition to his career in academics, he has developed, owned and operated several successful businesses in various industries, including horticultural services through his company, Glasshouse Management, LLC.
Mr. Meiners provides leadership to HPU students, staff, and community volunteers, and collaborates with botanical experts to further Conservatory’s mission. Mr. Meiners oversees the day-to-day operation of the Caine Conservatory, in addition to hosting tours, educational programs, and special events.
As a biophile, he is devoted to the art and science of plant cultivation. Over a lifetime, he has developed an in-depth passion for plant life which was instilled in him by multiple generations of family. He maintains thriving environments while continually exploring innovative techniques and openly shares his love for plants with others.
Professional Memberships:
American Public Gardens Association
Association of Education and Research Greenhouse Curators
Triad Orchid Society