Executive Guide
Academic Forests Are Higher Ed’s Hidden Jewels
- Author
- Aziz Shuaib Ausi
- Published
- August 12, 2026
- Reading time
- 1 min
- Publication type
- Executive Guide
- Availability
- Open access
Executive Summary
Academic forests, often overlooked, provide significant value to higher education institutions by supporting employee and student well-being, and offering critical resources for teaching, research, and recreation. The article advocates for their protection and recognition as valuable assets.
Academic forests, often overlooked, provide significant value to higher education institutions by supporting employee and student well-being, and offering critical resources for teaching, research, and recreation. The article advocates for their protection and recognition as valuable assets.
Why it matters
The strategic importance of academic forests lies in their multi-faceted contribution to an institution's mission. Beyond their environmental value, they enhance the academic experience through research and teaching, and foster a positive campus environment by supporting well-being and recreation.
Key insights
- Academic forests contribute to the well-being of both employees and students.
- These forests offer significant opportunities for teaching and research activities.
- They also provide spaces for recreational use.
- The source advocates for the protection of these university assets.
Source
Inside Higher Ed — https://www.insidehighered.com/opinion/views/2026/08/12/academic-forests-are-hidden-jewels-higher-ed-opinion
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Aziz Shuaib Ausi (2026). Academic Forests Are Higher Ed’s Hidden Jewels. Executive Guide. Aziz Shuaib Ausi. https://www.azizshuaib.com/verify/ASA-EXG-2026-00194
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- 8/12/2026
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