MSU Forestry at the 7th Annual Science Festival

Thirteen forestry individuals share their insights at the science festival

A forestry member teaching a child how to plant a tree

The Michigan State University 7th Annual Science Festival took place April 5 - 20, 2019 with over 250 activities on campus and statewide. The mission of the MSU Science Festival is to “celebrate the many ways  science, technology, engineering, art, and mathematics (the STEAM disciplines) touch our everyday lives and shape our future, broaden public access to informal learning environments, create meaningful direct interactions with scientists, and inspire the workforce of the future.” MSU Forestry was honored to be a big part of the festival this year, with 13 dedicated forestry individuals representing the department and sharing research and knowledge. Presentations included several booths in the Expo zone, a hands-on activity area for children 7 and under, a presentation on mesophication and controlled burning, exploration of the past, present and future of the Amazon, a discussion on the ways trees grow in urban areas, and two activities in Baker Woodlot: a tour of vernal pools and tree regeneration dynamics from a forest ecologist’s perspective. The Science Festival also co-sponsored this year’s Forest Paths Distinguished Speaker Series, where Thomas Easley, Assistant Dean of Community and Inclusion at Yale School of Forestry and Environmental Studies,  presented an inspirational talk addressing issues that connect respect for a diversity of people and respect for the environment.

 

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