June 15 • Coyote Ranch (1368 S Hwy. 97), Redmond
The Cheese Stands Alone: The Science behind Oregon’s Acclaimed Artisan Cheeses
Lisbeth Goddik, OSU Food Science and Technology, Dairy Processing Program
Oregon wine is mighty fine, but, increasingly, no one does cheese like the Beaver State. Lisbeth Goddik has helped the artisan cheese industry grow in Oregon through classes and her work in France with artisan cheese makers. Join this lively presentation on the science of cheese making and a discussion of why Oregon cheeses stand out in a crowd.
Past Events:
November 17 • McMenamins, Bend
Defining a 21st Century Education
Jay Casbon, OSU-Cascades Master of Arts in Teaching Program
Today’s middle and high school students’ approach to learning is vastly different from ours. Heavily influenced by technology, the media and a global environment, these young people require a new classroom environment. Join a discussion with Professor Jay Casbon to examine how can our schools meet the demand to prepare them for the rigors of an ever-changing competitive world.
January 19 • McMenamins, Bend
The Grateful Dead and American Culture
Natalie Dollar, OSU-Cascades Liberal Studies Program
The Grateful Dead and their fans have had a remarkable impact on American culture and music culture. Natalie Dollar will explore the Grateful Dead’s business model, communication forms, and their approach to Americana music -- and examine the legacy the band and the Deadheads have left around the world.
March 1 • Three Creeks Brewery, Sisters
The Toughest Race on Earth: The Science Behind the Iditarod
Erica McKenzie, OSU College of Veterinary Medicine
For veterinarian Erica McKenzie, the race from Anchorage to Nome offers an opportunity to discover more about animal physiology and performance. She has worked with sled dogs for six years and has been part of three Iditarods. Join us to learn what makes these canine athletes so successful at what they do, and so distinct from other dogs. (Must be 21 or over due to pub setting)
March 16 • McMenamins,
Bend
First Impressions
Frank Bernieri, Associate Professor,
OSU Department of Psychology
It’s no secret that people often judge
each other based on immediate intuitions. We make split-second judgments
all the time. Social psychologist Frank Bernieri’s work on first
impressions has been seen on TV and widely published. Join him in a
discussion about how much first impressions can really tell us.
April 20 • McMenamins, Bend
Organic
Produce, Clean Soil and Local Food
James Cassidy, Crop and
Soil Science, OSU Department of Agricultural Sciences
Soil science
may not be sexy, but if you want great organic produce, that’s where it
begins. Oregon’s bounty of fruits, vegetables, berries, and wine emanate
from those humble origins. Discover how James Cassidy and OSU
agricultural scientists break ground daily to learn how plants and soil
interact to provide the healthiest foods.
May 18 • McMenamins, Bend
Why Some Bridges Fall Down
Chris Higgins, Professor, OSU Department of Civil and Construction Engineering
The collapse of the I-35W bridge in Minneapolis and the problems of the San Francisco Bridge are unnerving to say the least. Join Chris Higgins for an analysis of these failures and a look at the contributions of engineering research to state of the art bridge construction practices.
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