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They speak for the trees: The Lorax Society at U.Va.

A deep dive into the organization’s mission, recent history and plans for development under a new executive board

Trees photographed on Grounds Oct. 18, 2025
Trees photographed on Grounds Oct. 18, 2025

The Lorax Society is one of U.Va.'s many organizations with a focus on sustainability. The society’s mission is to preserve the natural biodiversity of Charlottesville. Maddie Foreman, the current president of the Lorax Society and second-year College student, discusses upcoming changes to the organization following the election of a new executive board, as well as her plans for new events and initiatives this semester. 

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