Perspectives on... Conservation 2011

The Perspectives on Conservation lecture series is organized by the Campus Sustainability Coordinators to share the phenomenal research and expertise of Whitman's faculty in the area of conservation with students and community members. Each lecture is a volunteer effort by a professor to share their personal passions and efforts with the audience, and as such will be one-of-a-kind, engaging presentations. All lectures are free and open to the public.

Contact: Nat Clarke and Ari Frink, sampus sustainability coordinators

2010-2011 Perspectives on Conservation lectures

“Conserve: What and Why?”
by Professor Bob Carson
Wednesday, February. 16, 8 p.m., Olin 130

“From National Parks to Private Land Trusts: An Evolution of Land Conservation Strategies in the U.S. ”
by Professor Don Snow
Thursday, February 24, 8 p.m., Maxey 306

“Big Business Threatens Small Animals in an African Forest: A Report from the Congo”
by Professor Kate Jackson
Wednesday, March 9, 8 p.m., Olin 130

“Living in Denial: Climate Change, Emotions and Everyday Life”
by Professor Kari Norgaard
Tuesday, April 5, 7 p.m., Olin 130

“What is the Conservation Agenda in the Face of Climate Change?”
by Professor Tim Parker
Wednesday, April 13, 8 p.m., Olin 130

“What Happened (And What Didn’t) Since Earth Day 1970: An Evolved Perspective on Devolution”
by Professor Don Snow
Wednesday, April 20, 8 p.m., Olin 130

“Will Coral Reefs Survive? Current Threats and Possible Solutions”
by Professor Paul Yancey
Tuesday, May 3, 8 p.m., Olin 130

Sponsored by the Sustainability Advisory Committee and Campus Greens