The 2026 John F. Hosner Distinguished Lecture:
Ancient forests and the stories they tell
Featuring David W. Stahle Distinguished Professor of Geosciences, University of Arkansas
📅 Thursday, Feb. 12, 2026 | 4 p.m.
📍 Assembly Hall, Holtzman Alumni Center, Virginia Tech
🥂 Reception to follow
David Stahle is a world-renowned dendrochronologist whose research uses tree rings to uncover centuries of climate history, from ancient cypress swamps in North Carolina to droughts that shaped civilizations across the Americas.
His work includes discovering the oldest known living trees in the eastern United States and advancing our understanding of climate variability across continents.
Join us for an evening that connects science, history, and discovery, and explores how trees help us understand our planet’s past and prepare for its future.
The Hosner Distinguished Lecture honors the visionary leadership of CNRE’s founding dean and is supported by a generous endowment from the Hosner family.
Free and open to the public - register today! Dress is casual.
For accessibility accommodations, contact Tara Nepper at
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