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Art

Paintings, books, music, plays and other arts are effective ways of communicating environmental issues.

Art

Here’s a guide to northern Indiana natural areas you never knew about

By Gina Navaroli | April 19, 2019

They counter the stereotype that the region is nothing but industrial development.

Art

This art plants seeds of environmental awareness

By Gina Navaroli | April 15, 2019

Repurposing seeds into art is how botanical artist Shilin Hora’s helps people appreciate nature.

Art

Author asks why residents don’t help Great Lakes more

By Anntaninna Biondo | December 10, 2018

Author Dave Dempsey’s latest book steps back from policy and homes in on the hearts of Great Lakes residents to talk about their connection to the lakes.

Nearshore

Water plant provides physical and spiritual sustenance

By Will Grimm | November 1, 2018

The story of wild rice and its relationship to Native American culture.

Art

Longtime conservationist follows Whitman’s recipe for successful life

By Kaley Fech | October 24, 2018

“The secret of making the best person is to grow in the open air and to eat and sleep with the earth.”

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Giant owls descend on Grand Rapids, Michigan in “Animal Land”

By admin | October 13, 2018

Watch video of “Animal Land,’ by artists Lauren Strohacker and Kendra Sollars, as it appeared in ArtPrize 10.

Art

Remembering the soldiers of Mackinac Island

By Eric Freedman | July 4, 2018

A new book looks at the lives of the soldiers stationed on Fort Mackinac in the early 19th century.

Water

A Great Lakes tragedy: growing up near a toxic harbor

By Gary Wilson | June 19, 2018

Author reflects on toxic sites ten years after seminal book.

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The art of science communication: Cafe Scientifique

By Kate Habrel | June 4, 2018

Relax and enjoy a side of science with your coffee at this café.

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The Art of SciComm: MSU Science Theatre

By Kate Habrel | May 29, 2018

Ready for the show? The curtain is about to come up on MSU Science Theatre.

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Environmental news of the Great Lakes region from the Knight Center for Environmental Journalism at Michigan State University.

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