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Michigan Technological University’s Great Lakes Research Center (GLRC) has several events planned for World Water Day. This year’s theme is “Nature for Water.”
While World Water Day is traditionally celebrated on March 22, the Michigan Tech celebration is scheduled for March 27-29. The Michigan Tech observance features a keynote lecture, panel discussion on nature-based solutions for water along with film screenings and discussions.
A poster session and art exhibition is also part of the celebration. The poster session takes place March 27 and 28 on the waterside sixth floor atrium of the Dow Building. The art exhibit “Water is Another Matter,” opened March 15 and is on display through June 15 in the GLRC. The exhibit features the work of Jikiwe Ed Gray, Mary Brodbeck and Rachel Singel. Building hours are 6:30 a.m. to 8 p.m., Monday through Friday.
This year’s keynote lecture is “The Multidimensional Benefits to Sustainable Beach Reengineering,” by Greg Kleinheinz, professor of environmental engineering technology, Viessman Chair of Sustainable Technology at the University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh. The lecture will be held at 4 p.m. Tuesday, March 27 in Dow 641. A reception will follow.
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