Thursday, 06 Oct 2011
Agronomy Seminar
Agroecosystem Sustainability in the Mississippi River Basin: Assessing Ecological and Social Drivers of Nitrogen Pollution. Presenter: Jennifer Blesh Gardner, Cornell University
A Diversity Model That Works: The Mentoring Ladder
Louisiana State University Boyd Professor Isiah Warner's mentoring ladder involves faculty, postdocs, graduate students and undergraduates, all of whom reinforce their scientific skills and commitment to research by mentoring younger students. He will speak about the keys to successful recruiting and mentoring for under-represented graduate and undergraduate students. College of Engineering Diversity Workshop Keynote Speaker.
Object Lessons: Preserving a National Historic Landmark
"Saving History's Mysteries: Preserving a National Historic Landmark." What is involved in preserving the Farm House Museum? From leaky roofs to broken windows, simple repairs aren't always so simple. See what goes into the upkeep of our campus' oldest building and only National Historic Landmark. Object Lessons is a monthly hands-on experience and conversation about what we can learn by looking at art.