As a society, we are standing with The Duke Herbarium and request that Duke University reconsider the decision to divest their herbarium. We ask that you also consider adding your support by signing this petition (https://www.change.org/p/urge-duke-university-to-reconsider-closing-their-herbarium) organized by AIBS, iDigBio, NSCA, and SPNHC with the support of ASPT, ABLS, BSA, and SHC.
With over 125 years of history, The College of Idaho is a regional and national leader in higher education. The College of Idaho is an inclusive community of exceptional learning that challenges the ambitious and forges pathways to success and purpose.
The mission of the University of Washington Botanic Gardens, to sustain managed to natural ecosystems and the human spirit through plant research, display, and education, on 320 acres of collections, research areas, and public-access spaces, has a staff of over 40, and has an annual budget of $2.7 million from various sources. UWBG is an accessible community asset that seeks to engage with diverse audiences and community groups.