January 31, 2013
Purpose: To advance the field of urban forestry by encouraging students to study the planning, management, and horticulture of urban forests and the effect of healthy urban forests on the environment.
Provisions: Funds one or more students annually at $4000 for study and research that will advance the knowledge of urban forestry and increase the number of scientists in the field. A recipient may reapply for an additional year.
Eligibility: Open to graduate or advanced undergraduate students in environmental studies, horticulture, forestry, and related courses of study with a special interest in the urban forest. Students must be enrolled during the academic year following the award.