Hub Networking Event Kicks Off “Year of Action”
Water experts from 39 units across Michigan State University came together to collectively tackle 21st century water problems at the MSU Water Alliance hub networking event.
New Putting Green Irrigation System Saves Water
Each year, golf courses around the U.S. spend billions of dollars to keep fairways and putting greens lush and thriving. Depending on where a golf course is located, many courses around the world spend around $1 million each year on irrigation.
Casper Named MSU Udall Scholar
Kaylin Casper is Michigan State University’s 14th Udall Scholar, receiving the scholarship for Tribal Policy. Casper is an Honors College junior double-majoring in Sociology through the College of Social Science and Humanities Pre-Law in the College of Arts & Letters.
All About the Water Alliance Hubs
Water science is broad and multi-faceted. It’s studied by experts not just in natural and physical sciences, but also in social science, engineering, public health, to name a few. The MSU Water Alliance was created to bring these disciplines together and encourage collaboration to solve problems.
Medema Receives Lee Kuan Yew Water Prize
Gertjan Medema, a Dutch microbiologist, was honored with the 2024 Lee Kuan Yew Water Prize. He’ll officially accept the award at the Singapore International Water Week in June.
Rose Receives Guardian of the Environment Award
Joan Rose, Homer Nowlin Chair in Water Research, was honored as a “Guardian of the Environment” for her outstanding lifetime of effort by the Great Lakes Environmental Festival in Manistee.