Classes without Quizzes
Join us for an exciting insider’s look at MSU’s most innovative science research and education. At Science University, you’ll have the opportunity to:
- Interact with some of the best and brightest faculty and students at MSU;
- See and hear some amazing behind-the-scenes stories;
- Catch up on the latest research; and
- Tour the facilities.
It’s an MSU experience unlike any other. No.2 pencil and bluebook not required.
Science University is open to all MSU alumni, friends, and guests.
Registration is required (see below for details and costs), but we promise it will not be nearly as difficult as navigating “The Pit”.
ALL REGISTRATIONS WILL BE HANDLED ONLINE THROUGH A SECURE SERVER. CLICK HERE TO REGISTER.
Science University 2012
April 13-14, 2012
Various locations on the campus of MSU
Schedule
Just one of the “classes” being offered this year. . .
“Evolution of Games that Microbes Play” presented by Dr. Christoph Adami, Professor of Microbiology & Molecular Genetics
When microbes compete for limited resources, they often engage in chemical warfare using bacterial toxins. In this “suicide bomber” game, bacteria sacrifice themselves for the good of the group, a type of competition that can be understood in terms of evolutionary game theory (EGT). The emerging game play can be quite intricate, and can result in communities that engage in a type of “rock-papers-scissors” dynamics that has no winners.
Check our Schedule of Classes for the full schedule, including tour options, a planetarium show, and a list of “class” offerings.
In addition, several departments/programs will be hosting events on April 12, 2012:
Actuarial Science Program
The Inaugural Ronald H. and Mary E. Simon Actuarial Science Lecture. This reception and dinner will feature a keynote address by Emiliano Valdez, Ph.D., F.S.A., Professor of Actuarial Science at the University of Connecticut. Invitations will be mailed under separate cover on February 10, 2012. Registration deadline is March 11, 2012. Click here for details and registration information.
Department of Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
The John A. Boezi Memorial Alumnus Award Lecture by Dr. Beth A. Garvy, Professor and Interim Chair at the University of Kentucky College of Medicine. Click here for details. Registration is not required.
The Annual Department of Biochemistry & Molecular Biology Banquet. Registration deadline is March 26, 2012. Click here for details and registration information.
Department of Zoology
The Annual Reception and Department Awards. 5:00pm – 6:00pm in 203C Natural Science. Registration is not required.
Registration
FRIDAY & SATURDAY $70.00 (includes Friday continental breakfast, Friday lunch, Friday dinner, Saturday continental breakfast, and Saturday lunch)
SATURDAY ONLY $40.00 (includes continental breakfast and lunch)
FRIDAY BREAKFAST $12.00
FRIDAY LUNCH $6.00
FRIDAY CYCLOTRON FREE, but please register
FRIDAY PLANT SCIENCE FREE, but please register
FRIDAY PLANETARIUM $3.00
FRIDAY BANQUET $25.00 (includes dinner). Join us for the College of Natural Science Annual Awards.
The registration deadline is Sunday, March 11, 2012.
ALL REGISTRATIONS WILL BE HANDLED ONLINE THROUGH A SECURE SERVER. CLICK HERE TO REGISTER.
If you do not have computer access, please call Elizabeth Wheeler at (517) 884-0290.
Lodging
If you require lodging, rooms are available April 12th and April 13th at the following:
KELLOGG HOTEL AND CONFERENCE CENTER
South Harrison Road, East Lansing
RATE: $95/night plus applicable taxes
RESERVATIONS: 800-875-5090
ROOM BLOCK NAME: Natural Science
RESERVATION DEADLINE: Friday, March 9, 2012
There are a limited number of rooms available. If you are experiencing difficulties making arrangements, please contact Elizabeth via email or (517) 884-0290.
Click here for additional lodging options in the greater Lansing area.
Transportation
Transportation will not be provided. You may choose to use your own vehicle and park at one of several parking ramps on campus or in East Lansing (see Parking below for information). Public transportation on the MSU campus is provided by CATA. Click here for CATA route and schedule information.
Parking
On Friday, events will take place across campus and there are several parking options:
- Grand River parking ramp on campus – closest ramp if you will be attending the Breakfast with the Dean, the Undergraduate Research and Arts Forum (URAF), lunch at The Gallery in Snyder Phillips, and/or going to the MSU Museum. Metered parking is available.
- Wharton Center parking ramp on campus – closest ramp if you will be participating in one of the afternoon tours or planetarium show. Parking validation will be provided.
- Kellogg Center parking ramp on campus – closest ramp if you will be attending lunch at Brody Square, and the Opening Banquet and College of Natural Science Annual Awards. Parking validation will be provided for the Opening Banquet and Awards.
On Saturday, all events will take place in the Plant Science Expansion. Parking information will be provided as the event draws near.
See Campus Map below for campus parking ramp locations.
Also, there are several parking options in the City of East Lansing. Click here.
Campus Map
Click here for a campus map.
Accessibility
Cowles House, the MSU Union, Brody Square, The Gallery at Snyder Phillips, the MSU Museum, Abrams Planetarium, both tour locations, the Kellogg Hotel and Conference Center and the Plant Science Expansion are accessible. Walking will be involved to get from most parking locations to buildings.
Michigan State University is committed to providing equal opportunity for participation in all programs, services and activities. Accommodations for persons with disabilities may be requested by contacting Elizabeth via email or (517) 884-0290 by March 18, 2012. Requests received after this date will be honored whenever possible.
Attire
Comfortable shoes are recommended and green and white attire is always appropriate.
Questions
Please contact Elizabeth via email or (517) 884-0290.
Science University is hosted by the College of Natural Science Alumni Association, with assistance provided by the College of Natural Science Dean’s Office.
Questions? Please contact Elizabeth Wheeler via email or (517) 884-0290.
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