You're Invited - School of Plant Sciences Seminar

You're invited to attend a free talk given by the UA Campus Arboretum Director, Dr. Tanya Quist and hosted by the School of Plant Sciences. In this talk, you will learn about  the role of living collections, like the Campus Arboretum, in weaving purpose into landscapes so as to boost research, educate students, empower the public to take science-based actions and to create spaces that celebrate our unique place in the world. The talk may be of interest to those interested in building desert adapted landscapes in the city, to those interested in how public gardens support research and to those interested in innovative approaches to teaching and learning. 

 

 

Summary: While public gardens are generally appreciated as visitor attractions, they are well suited to conduct science and develop accessible solutions to pressing 21st century societal needs. University gardens in particular, exist at the intersection of research, education and outreach - offering opportunities to support institutional mission directly while also building bridges that connect science with practice, support plant conservation initiatives, and contribute to student success through experiential- and service-learning. This talk will present examples from the University of Arizona Campus Arboretum that demonstrate how integrative approaches in mission delivery benefit student success and contribute to environmental and human health.