Caption: ExploreACES Open House Guide - 2009
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Zach Schmidt Carrollton, IL Junior - Ag Business gh, bu t “Sta rti ng ou t at a ne w sch ool is tou lege the re is no bett er pla ce tha n the Col take of ACES to ma ke life lon g fri en ds...so ad van tage of it!” National Great Rivers Research and Education Center (NGRREC) West hallway of PSL The primary goal of NGRREC is to provide consistent high-quality data that can be used by scientists to measure how the conditions of our state’s streams are changing over time; to educate and inform Illinois citizens about the ecology and importance of Illinois water resources; and to provide an opportunity for citizens to become involved in the stewardship of their state’s rivers and streams. Environmental Change Institute PSL Find out how the Environmental Change Institute is working to increase our understanding of complex food, energy and environmental systems problems caused by environmental change. The ECI looks for way to develop practical solutions to linking the highest quality science with effective public policies to diminish and mitigate the impacts of environmental change. Candice Miller’s Undergraduate Research Project My exhibit will be about my project for my James Scholar completion which consisted of helping with a textbook edit in floral design and floral photography. ACES Undergraduate Research project presented by Candice Miller (Piper City, IL). social dynamics, and economic conditions. Research during 2008 revealed that Southern Illinois farmers are generally on their own when it comes to disaster preparedness. ACES Undergraduate Research Project presented by Lisa Pickert of (Chicago, IL) Horticulture Career Exhibit West hallway PSL Your horticulture degree...How far can it take you? Check out where horticulture alumni have paved their way in all parts of the United States! Effect of Urbanization on Woodchucks 28 PSL After tracking woodchucks throughout urban and rural areas, data was taken and calculated on their home range as well as their life span. Urbanization was suggested to aid in woodchuck longevity because of decreased vigilance periods leading to more time for foraging and increasing weight for hibernation. Behavioral observations were also taken to record vigilance times. ACES Undergraduate Research Project presented by Sarah Turek of (Troy, IL ). Insects of the Jungle Turner Hall hallway Discover the world of insects in the Illinois “jungle”. Student insect collections will be on display and common insect pests will be shown.
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