Picnic day 2006

LAWR showcased its projects, faculty, and students at Picnic Day 2006 surrounded by the beautiful architecture of its home in the Plant and Environmental Sciences Building.

Soil scientists encouraged kids of all ages to “paint” with the varying textures and colors of the earth’s “dirt,” and LAWR students and faculty handed out small bags of rich, organic compost to passers-by.

Atmospheric scientists blew up “hot air balloons” and offered dynamic video presentations highlighting the globe’s climactic processes.

And hydrologists told stories of water’s power and influence through demonstrations, live experiment and video presentations.

Picnic Day gave the community a chance to celebrate its amazing resources – Land, Air and Water!

 

Dean’s Office Fall Welcome Barbecue 2006

Transfer students and freshmen in Environmental Science majors, which includes LAWR students majoring in ATM, ERS, HYD, and SWS, attended a celebration in their honor September 25 at the Rec Pool Lodge. They met faculty, advisers, and other students. In addition to a enjoying a yummy meal, they participated in tug-of-wars and won cool prizes donated by departments in a raffle.

 

LAWR Fall Welcome 2006

LAWR hosted its first annual all-inclusive Fall Welcome in early October at the Plant and Environmental Sciences building courtyard and lobby. Graduate and undergraduate students, faculty, and staff enjoyed an array of pizzas, mingling, and introductions of advisers by Department Chair Jan Hopmans. They were also treated to the sounds of a home-grown musical combo, which included LAWR graduate students.