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SUMMARY:Lecture / Discussion:Nibi Anishinaabe Ikwewag Inaakonigewin
DESCRIPTION:For generations\, Anishnaabe Ikwewag (women) have carried a special responsibility to nibi (water)\, the giver of life and a connection among people\, community\, and the natural world. Join indigenous women from across the Great Lakes to explore this sacred relationship\, the legacy of Nokimis Josephine Mandamin-ba and the water walkers\, and the future of women-led water protection and stewardship. \n\nPanelists:\nMyrna Kicknosway\, Elder\, Faculty of Law\, University of Windsor | Walpole Island First Nation\nAndrea Pierce\, Deputy Director of Programming\, Michigan Environmental Justice Coalition and Chair\, Anishinaabek Caucus | Little Traverse Bay Bands of Odawa Indians\nDawn Martin Hill\, Grandmother of 10\, resides in Six Nations of the Grand River with her four children | Mohawk Wolf Clan\nJudy Da Silva\, Elder\, Award-Winning Activist\, Community Leader | Grassy Narrows First Nation\n\nThis event is hosted by the Great Lakes Fishery Commission\, the Global Center for Transboundary Waters\, the Tishman Center for Social Justice and the Environment\, and the Water Center. Refreshments will be served.
UID:153473-21915896@events.umich.edu
URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/153473
CLASS:PUBLIC
STATUS:CONFIRMED
CATEGORIES:Social Justice,Sustainability
LOCATION:Dana Natural Resources  Building - 2315
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DTSTAMP:20261014T122031
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20261110T150000
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SUMMARY:Lecture / Discussion:Webinar: Stories of Impact: Pathways to Collaborative Science
DESCRIPTION:Collaborative science attracts individuals from a range of backgrounds and interests including scientists\, resource managers\, land stewards\, educators at all levels\, and more. For many\, it becomes a way of working. But what draws individuals to collaborative science in the first place? Why do they keep using the approach? What kinds of impacts does collaborative science uniquely support and what are the implications for the trajectory of an individual's career?\n\nEveryone who has participated in a collaborative science project has a story to tell about how they got started in collaborative science. The Science Collaborative program supports NERRS staff and partners in sharing about their work and what difference a collaborative science approach makes. Join this session to learn about three individuals’ experiences in collaborative science\, including how they got started\, what it has helped them accomplish\, and why they still do it. Those who consider themselves newer to collaborative science\, or even unfamiliar with it\, are especially encouraged to attend and learn more!
UID:153693-21916189@events.umich.edu
URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/153693
CLASS:PUBLIC
STATUS:CONFIRMED
CATEGORIES:Environment,Sustainability
LOCATION:Off Campus Location
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DTSTAMP:20260916T095626
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SUMMARY:Lecture / Discussion:Water@Michigan Coffee Talk: Blue Economy: Building Michigan’s Next Economic Engine
DESCRIPTION:Michigan’s freshwater resources are more than an environmental asset—they are an economic opportunity. This panel will explore the emerging Blue Economy and the growing efforts across Michigan to harness the Great Lakes as a catalyst for innovation\, entrepreneurship\, research\, talent development\, and economic growth.\nMelissa Zaksek\, Dr. Britany Affolter-Caine\, Matt McDonough and Alford A. Young\, Jr.\, bring complementary perspectives from sustainable business\, Michigan’s leading research universities\, and the growing freshwater innovation ecosystem. The conversation will examine how universities\, businesses\, entrepreneurs\, nonprofits\, and communities can work together to translate Michigan’s research and freshwater advantages into new companies\, technologies\, jobs\, and investment.\n\nPanelists will discuss the infrastructure and partnerships needed to support a thriving Blue Economy\, the role of universities in driving innovation and talent\, and opportunities to better connect research with industry and economic development. The discussion will also consider how Michigan can position itself as a national and global leader in freshwater innovation while ensuring that economic development and environmental stewardship advance together.\n\nThe session will highlight emerging initiatives\, including RU4M’s Livable Futures Initiative and the Freshwater Research & Innovation Center\, and explore what it will take to move Michigan from recognizing the economic potential of its freshwater resources to fully realizing it.\n\nModerator: Melissa Zaksek\, Managing Director\, Erb Institute\n\nPanelists: Matt McDonough\, CEO\, Discovery Pier and Board Member for Freshwater Research & Innovation Center and Britany Affolter-Caine\, Executive Director\, Research Universities for Michigan and Alford A. Young\, Jr. (confirmed)\, Associate Director of Center for Social Solutions\; Arthur F Thurnau Professor\; Edgar G. Epps Collegiate Professor of Sociology\; Professor of Afroamerican and African studies\; Professor of Public Policy\n\nAbout Coffee Talks: Coffee Talks provide a monthly opportunity for U-M faculty\, staff\, and students interested in water\, and water-interested people in southeast Michigan to connect with colleagues\, learn about pressing and/or emerging water-related issues\, and meet new partners.\n\nThis academic year\, we are excited to Envision Resilient Great Lakes Futures—examining the future opportunities\, challenges\, and innovations shaping the region's water resources\, communities\, and ecosystems.\n\nCoffee Talks are in-person convenings designed to build connections as part of the U-M Water Center's mission and programs\; we are not recording sessions at this time. \n\nYou can register here: https://graham.umich.edu/wateratmichigan/coffee-talks
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URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/150767
CLASS:PUBLIC
STATUS:CONFIRMED
CATEGORIES:Blue Economy,Economic Development,erb institute,freshwater,great lakes,Industry,Research,Water
LOCATION:Michigan League - Michigan Room
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