Science for Alaska Kickoff Event

For over 30 years, the Geophysical Institute has hosted the Science for Alaska talk series as one of its largest public outreach efforts. The series brings information about current research to Alaskans from scientists with expertise across the state. To kick off the 32nd year of Science for Alaska, the Geophysical Institute invites you to attend a kickoff event from 7–8:30 p.m. on February 1 at The Pub, 1731 S Chandalar Drive, UAF campus. Enjoy a storytelling evening of six short, engaging, image-based talks about aurora chasing, spruce beetle infestation, glaciers, the relationship between wildfires and moose hunting, and more. Free snacks and door prizes will be available. Due to location, attendees must be 21+. On-campus parking is always free after 5 p.m. After this kickoff event, the traditional 2024 Science for Alaska lecture series begins Tuesday, Feb. 6, and runs every Tuesday through Feb. 27. These talks start at 7 p.m. in the Schaible Auditorium, UAF campus, and will be streamed live to Zoom (https://bit.ly/ScienceforAK24-Zoom) and the UAF and Geophysical Institute Facebook pages. Join the Facebook event (https://fb.me/e/3dvN9LoIa) for the kickoff event, Feb. 1 at the Pub. Join the Facebook event (https://fb.me/e/1HQZEhXiU) for the full series, Feb. 6–27 (four dates). For more information visit www.gi.alaska.edu/scienceforalaska or the @UAF.GI Facebook page, or call 907-474-7787.