Evangelical climate scientist speaks at UAA

Katharine Hayhoe speaks at UAA Sept. 11-12

Dr. Katharine Hayhoe is an atmospheric scientist whose research focuses on developing and applying high-resolution climate projections to understand what climate change means for people and the natural environment. She is a professor at Texas Tech University where she directs its Climate Science Center. Katharine is also an evangelical Christian, known for talking about climate change in an accessible way with a wide variety of audiences. Katharine has served as a lead author for the Second, Third, and Fourth U.S. National Climate Assessments.

Wednesday, Sept. 11 | UAA Wendy Williamson Auditorium

• 7-8:30 p.m. (doors open 6:30 p.m.) - Shaping Alaska's Energy Future: How Alaskans Can Meet Their Energy Needs and Tackle Climate Challenges
• If you aren't on campus, you may attend via Zoom.
  • Join the Zoom meeting (https://alaska.zoom.us/j/163197899)
  • Dial by your location: 1-669-900-6833 (San Jose, CA); or 1-929-205-6099 (New York, NY). Find your local number.
  • Meeting ID: 163 197 899

Thursday, Sept. 12 | UAA/APU Consortium Library, Room 307

• 10-11:30 a.m. - Katharine will have a conversation with scientists about their role in addressing the climate crisis. Please RSVP at this link.

Thursday, Sept. 12, Faith Christian Community Church (4240 Wisconsin Street)

• 5:30-6:30 p.m. - A New Generation Protecting Our Climate (pizza party for high school and college-aged youth)
• 7-8:30 p.m. - Faith, Climate and Loving Our Neighbor public lecture

For more information, contact Libby Roderick at eroderick@alaska.edu.

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