With the coordination of the Eastern Mediterranean University (EMU) Project Affairs Directorate and the contributions of its staff member, Landscape Architect, Environmental Education, and Environmental Management Specialist Dr. Gülizar Eroğlu, the book titled “Eastern Mediterranean University Plant Inventory and Natural Cultural Heritage Project” has been published. The said book, created with the technical and academic support of EMU, provides an inventory of the green spaces, plant diversity, and cultural values on the EMU campus. It serves as a guide to help preserve these natural and cultural treasures and ensure their transfer to future generations.
Stating that she has been designing spaces that connect nature and people on the EMU campus since 1999, Dr. Eroğlu said; “We initially set out to identify the number and distribution of plants, but this project, enhanced with photographic records, has evolved into a valuable resource for preserving the natural and cultural heritage of the campus”.
The book offers a comprehensive inventory of plant species in the campus’s natural areas, while also emphasizing their cultural and aesthetic significance through photo-based narration. Dr. Eroğlu extended her thanks Vice Rector for Technical Affairs Prof. Dr. Serhan Şensoy at the time, and Ersin Özaygın, the Director of Project Affairs at that time, for their support of the project.
In a statement released by EMU, it was noted that the “Plant Inventory and Natural Cultural Heritage Project” book would serve as a guide for both the academic and campus communities, with an emphasis on its potential to be a valuable resource for future environmental initiatives. Dr. Eroğlu expressed her hope that the project would contribute to preserving the campus’s natural landscape and support education. Through this book, EMU reaffirmed its commitment to preserving its natural heritage for future generations.