Hello! I'm Kenzie Long, and I'm excited to share a bit about myself.  

I grew up in Gillette, Wyoming, but I now consider Nebraska my home. I was a transfer student to Nebraska Wesleyan University, where I earned a Bachelor of Arts in Biology with a minor in Chemistry. During my time in Lincoln, I have had the opportunity to conduct undergraduate research at the University of Nebraska–Lincoln, focusing on capsaicinoid production in Capsicum annuum.  

At Wesleyan, I managed the campus greenhouse and helped revive the Greenhouse Club, fostering a renewed interest in plant care and sustainability among students.  

I'm now pursuing the Doctor of Plant Health (DPH) program, drawn by its comprehensive approach to plant disease and management, and the invaluable hands-on experience it offers. I'm also pairing this with a Master’s in Plant Breeding and Genetics to deepen my expertise.  

My goal is to apply the knowledge and skills I gain toward advancing agricultural research, particularly in improving field crop resilience and productivity.