Chamberlin "Royal Red Maple"
Norway Maple (Acer platanoides)
Norway Maple
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This is a large "Royal Red" Norway Maple in between the education building and car park. It is in fantastic health, and clearly displays the purple colouring from its variety. This tree is named in honour of Dr. Charles Raymond “Chuck” Chamberlin (1935–2003), a University of Alberta educator, scholar, environmentalist, and community advocate. Chamberlin joined the U of A Faculty of Education in 1969 and taught for 27 years working in social studies, environmental education, research methodology, and critical theory before retiring as Professor Emeritus of Elementary Education in 1995. His academic work included research in schools across Canada and internationally, as well as numerous publications on education and citizenship. Following his retirement, Chamberlin gave much of his time to environmental advocacy, serving in leadership roles with organizations including the Sierra Club and promoting urban conservation and planning in Edmonton. In 2002, the Alberta Legislature formally recognized him for his impact as an educator, environmentalist, volunteer, and community leader. This tree was likely planted in 2003.
- Species
- Norway Maple
- Scientific name
- Acer platanoides
- Area
- Alberta
- Circumference
- 1.07 m
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This is a large "Royal Red" Norway Maple in between the education building and car park. It is in fantastic health, and clearly displays the purple colouring from its variety. This tree is named in honour of Dr. Charles Raymond “Chuck” Chamberlin (1935–2003), a University of Alberta educator, scholar, environmentalist, and community advocate. Chamberlin joined the U of A Faculty of Education in 1969 and taught for 27 years working in social studies, environmental education, research methodology, and critical theory before retiring as Professor Emeritus of Elementary Education in 1995. His academic work included research in schools across Canada and internationally, as well as numerous publications on education and citizenship. Following his retirement, Chamberlin gave much of his time to environmental advocacy, serving in leadership roles with organizations including the Sierra Club and promoting urban conservation and planning in Edmonton. In 2002, the Alberta Legislature formally recognized him for his impact as an educator, environmentalist, volunteer, and community leader. This tree was likely planted in 2003.
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