BLACKSBURG, Va., Aug. 24 -- Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University issued the following news release:
Gothic architecture and Hokie Stone often define first impressions of the Blacksburg campus. However, just as essential are the 11,689 trees that shape those spaces, provide environmental benefits, and contribute to the campus community. The university's urban forest offers shade, supports biodiversity, and creates outdoor spaces for education, research, and recreation.
Beyond their visual contribution, Virginia Tech's trees function as a form of living infrastructure, providing measurable benefits to the campus and its users. Just as traditional campus infrastructure has utility purpose, the canopy on the Blacksburg campus p...