Forum will by by Zoom only. Our May 8th forum will focus on the topic of Reparation Royalties, defined as a practice of valuing the musical contributions of African American persons through payments for music and songs that we use, and have been using, for decades without proper credit to the authors. Many UU congregations … Continue reading Forum: Music Reparations
Forum will by by Zoom only. The term “sustainability” is everywhere. It’s hard to find a product or a company that isn’t touting some sustainability accomplishments or commitments. Right here at Michigan Tech, there is a person (me!) with “sustainability” in their job title! But what does it mean and why does it matter? … Continue reading Forum: Sustainability Here and There
Change is the new normal in energy. Not just price swings for propane, there are more choices for transportation and powering our homes. What was learned by the UP Energy Task Force? What is coming up in 2022? Jenn Hill is a Consultant with 5 Lakes Energy, focusing on energy policy and analysis. She has … Continue reading Forum: What’s Next for Energy in the UP?
In 2004, Dan Buettner teamed with National Geographic, the National Institute on Aging, and the world’s best longevity researchers to identify pockets around the world where people lived measurably better, longer lives. These five areas are dubbed “blue zones,”. Wayne Gersie, Forum Committee member, will share information on this research and the lifestyle characteristics folks … Continue reading Forum: Blue Zones
Dr. Martin Reinhardt (Anishinaabe Ojibway) will share insights about the relationship between identity and spirituality. Reinhardt asserts that a collective re-centering of our shared human identities is essential to the health of Mother Earth and our relationship with her and our plant and animal relatives. Join us for an engaging discussion about living in circles … Continue reading Indigenous Identity and Spirituality
Dr. Southerland will discuss his vision for Student Affairs at MTU as well as characteristics of Millennials and Generation Z. He will share best practices for engagement and collaboration with these groups. Dr. Wallace Southerland III is the vice president of student affairs and dean of students at Michigan Technological University. Dr. Southerland has been … Continue reading Forum: Engaging Across Generations
If you’ve enjoyed gardening, or eating fresh produce this summer and don’t want to stop, join us to hear about Hoop gardening, aquaponics, microgreen, hydroponics on Sunday, Sept. 12, at the KUUF Forum at 10:30am. You might like to experiment with one of these methods to extend the growing season. We’ll hear from Boersma Farm … Continue reading Forum: Winter Gardening
Kevin Store will present the Foundation’s primary objectives – food insecurity, access to education, addressing poverty, and mental and behavioral health, to name a few – and will share information regarding the progress being made in each of PHF strategic areas. Additionally, Kevin will provide some general updates on the status of PHF and what … Continue reading Portage Health Foundation
Stephen Jukuri, President of the Keweenaw Green Burial Alliance, will join us. Stephen will share what the Alliance has learned while advocating for green/natural burial in the Keweenaw Peninsula, including why it appears to be better established here than other parts of the U.P. and what mistakes have been made along the way. He will … Continue reading Forum: Green Burial in the Keweenaw: Success (with Lessons Learned!)
Jake and Ashley TenHarmsel, founders of North Harvest CSA will join us. Jake and Ashley started their farm focused on community supported agriculture in the summer of 2013. They will share how and why they began growing produce in the Keweenaw and discuss how the business and the community has changed over the years. They … Continue reading Forum: North Harvest Farm: Looking Forward to an Exciting Future
