"Previous studies found the use of natural green spaces to have positive effects on human health and wellbeing. Although a large number of studies have evaluated the perceived restorativeness of public urban green spaces, not many have investigated the effects in the university setting. This study assesses the perception of campus green space in relation to the stress levels of students. Quantitative and qualitative data was collected through a 2-part survey using questionnaires and a visual quality assessment on 20 images of Michigan State University's campus. For the visual quality assessment, students ranked 20 images from least stressful to most stressful. Results indicate that students prefer images with more green features when compared with less green images. Images with water features were also found to be perceived as less stressful. The findings of this study will assist designers in designing campus spaces for diverse populations as well as providing features that will promote health and wellness."--Abstract.
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