Dessert with Discussion is an interesting and informative presentation that gives the community an opportunity to interact with MSU scientists on a variety of topics. These presentations are free and open to the community.

Join us for this informal hour-long event, which features an array of delicious desserts, tea and Rwandan coffee.

Tuesday, October 23, 2012

Prisons, Pulpits, and Poets: Connecting Conservation Science with Non-Traditional Public Audiences

Dr. Nalini M. Nadkarni, University of Utah, Professor of Biology

As the leader of the new Center for Science and Mathematics Education at the University of Utah, Dr. Nadkarni said she hopes to "help close the widening gap between nature and humans, and between science and society." [FYI News].
She is nationally known for her work on developing effective ways to teach and communicate science, particularly to non-traditional students.

Interview with NPR's Morning Edition

Cosponsored by: MSU's CREATE for STEM

7:30-8:30 pm
KBS Academic Center Auditorium
3700 East Gull Lake Dr.
Hickory Corners, MI 49060

For additional information call the KBS Community Relations Office at 269-671-2263 or e-mail: events@kbs.msu.edu.

Visiting Scholar - Dr. Nalini Nadkarni - Oct. 17-24, 2012 - Click here for details on Dr. Nadkarni's visit.