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William E. Larson
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Raymond R. Allmaras


Lecture Series




The Department of  Soil, Water, and Climate)  at the University of Minnesota has established an annual Lecture Series dealing with topics related to Emerging Issues in Soil and Water.  The purpose of the series is  to educate our students, faculty, and the public in this area of interest.

Among the principal concerns for the 21st century are food security, global sustainability, and environmental quality.  Dynamic and innovative research addressing emerging issues in soil and water will be critical for society to addresses these concerns.  This lecture series provides a forum to explore emerging issues, to inspire creative thinking, and to recognize excellence

Second Annual Lecture


“Linking Landscape and Water Quality In
The Mississippi River Basin for 200 Years”

DR. R. EUGENE TURNER

Distinguished Professor of Environmental Studies
Coastal Ecology Institute
Louisiana State University

Link to Dr. Turner's web site

Abstract for Dr. Turner's Presentation

April 02, 2004
2:00 – 3:45 PM
335 Borlaug Hall
St. Paul Campus
University of Minnesota


  2004 Program Sponsors

Funds are critical for long-term continuation of this lecture series and additional sponsors are welcome. 


Printable Brochure for the Lecture

Printable Poster for the Lecture

For further information contact:

Dr. Satish Gupta
Department of Soil, Water, and Climate 
1991 Upper Buford Circle 
University of Minnesota 
St. Paul, MN 55108 

Tel: (612) 625-1241
Fax: (612) 625-2208 

Borlaug Hall (Map and parking locations)
Soil Science Building (Map and parking locations)


Past Presentations
2003 Dr. Rattan Lal