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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 at the Holtzman Alumni Center, Virginia Tech
Reception to follow
There is no cost to attend. Dress is casual.

David Stahle is a world-renowned dendrochronologist whose pioneering research uses tree rings to reveal centuries of climate history — from ancient cypress swamps in North Carolina to droughts that shaped civilizations across the Americas. His work has uncovered the oldest known living trees in the eastern United States and helped scientists understand climate variability across continents.

Join us for an evening that connects science, history, and discovery – and hear how trees hold the keys to understanding our planet’s past and preparing for its future.

The John F. Hosner Distinguished Lecture honors the visionary leadership of CNRE’s founding dean and is supported through a generous endowment from the Hosner family.

Registrants may make an optional gift at checkout to the CNRE Annual Fund. Your gift will count toward Virginia Tech Giving Day 2026.

If you are an individual with a disability and desire an accommodation, please contact Tara Nepper at tnepper@vt.edu or 540-231-5484 during regular business hours at least 10 business days prior to the event.

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