This large and ancient, cutleaf beech tree, Fagus sylvatica 'Asplenifolia,' growing near the old carriage house by the Kent State University Women's Center, is older than Kent State. The tree has been dated to be at least 200 years old by a certified Ohio arborist, who is part of the Kent State Tree Advisory Board.  The date coincides with the establishment of the original homestead on the property where the Williamson House now stands.  In 2019, when construction of a three-tier parking deck was proposed for this site as part of the 10...