The University of Sopron has a unique tradition of planting trees in the "Forest of Loyalty" to mark each new academic year. This annual event, which started in 2021 in collaboration with TAEG Forestry Company, plants a tree for each new student enrolled at the university, symbolizing their commitment to both the environment and their educational journey.
This September, a record-breaking 1,423 students, including international attendees, began their studies at the University of Sopron. Reflecting this number, 1,423 trees were planted, adding to the university's growing commitment to sustainability. The ceremonial planting, held on November 12, was opened by students from the Forestry and Wood Engineering faculties, with TAEG's CEO emphasizing the significance of students leaving a lasting mark through their participation.
Representatives of the university highlighted the importance of tree planting as both an environmental and educational act, connecting students to a legacy of environmental stewardship. They expressed pride in Sopron's growing role in increasing forested areas in Hungary and working toward becoming the country’s first carbon-positive university. This meaningful tradition has also become a way for students—Hungarian and international alike—to contribute to a greener future while forging lifelong connections to nature and their community.
Watch the video below for news coverage of the tree-planting ceremony (in Hungarian):
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