Formalized by EM 18-010(opens in new window), the Campus Vegetation and Arboretum Committee (CVAC) was established to help create and review policies that seek to maintain and enhance the educational and aesthetic value of the CSU, Chico Arboretum and associated vegetation. The CVAC facilitates long-term planning to maximize the use and future of the campus vegetation and arboretum as a historical, aesthetic, ecological, and educational resource.
The committee is dedicated to:
- Preservation of historic trees and planning for future plantings
- Enhancement of the natural beauty and character of the campus
- Enhancement of vegetative structure to maximize ecosystem services and functions such as air quality, soil stabilization, carbon sequestration, microhabitat modifications, wildlife habitat, and campus biodiversity
- Providing an extended classroom and living laboratory that serves the educational mission of the University.
The Chico State arboretum and vegetation are an absolutely incredible experience. Wandering through campus, enjoying the creek, wildlife, and vegetation are a favorite past-time for many members of our campus and the larger community. 
Chico State is proud to have earned
Over the 2021 summer, Chico State was lucky to be able to host several California Climate Action Corps Fellows. One fellow, Faith Churchill, was given the task of researching the various pollinator and habitat certifications and making recommendations to the campus on which certifications should be pursued. Based on Faith's recommendations, Chico State will be seeking multiple certifications for the variety of habitats and landscapes Chico State showcases. Stay tuned for more information on the certifications as they are achieved!