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Graduate Profile – Wayne McCutcheon ’77

  • Categories Alumni Updates, Graduate News
  • Date June 11, 2024

Have you often wondered where graduates end up after they finish at the School of Horticulture? Or curious what career options are available in the industry? In our monthly series we’ll highlight a different graduate every month to showcase the diversity. We’ll be sharing the full inside look here on our website!

Meet Wayne McCutcheon, Class of 1977!

Currently Retired, former University of Alberta-Manager of Landscape Design, Construction and Maintenance.

“My greatest joy was improving the urban forest on main campus and providing outdoor spaces for students and staff to gather and enjoy the quiet of nature and campus life.”

Q: How would you describe your experience entering the industry after graduation?

A: Having alumni already employed with the City of Edmonton provided a smoother transition from student to employee.

Q: What challenges have you faced and overcome in your career after graduation?

A: Dealing with budget restrictions, challenging employees and unreasonable demands from University administration.

Q: What is a fond memory from your days at the gardens?

“Always enjoyed picking and eating fruit from our orchard.”

Thank you Wayne for sharing a little bit about your experience in the industry!

If you would like to be featured here and inspire the next generation make sure to complete our graduate survey here:

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