One Day Insect University

Join fellow insect enthusiasts for a daylong exploration of the world of entomology. Participants will learn about pollinators, insects in the garden and landscape, and the role citizen/community science plays in what we know about insects. The day will include encounters with the OSU Bug Zoo and an optional visit to the OSU Museum of Biological Diversity.

Master Gardeners, OCVN volunteer naturalists, Chadwick Arboretum Volunteers, 4-H volunteers and all insect fans are invited to attend (6 CE hours for the day).

Fee to attend: $35 includes morning refreshments, lunch and handouts. Vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free lunch options will be available. Parking is free and easy!

Speakers and topics:

Gretchen LeBuhn: The Great Sunflower Project: How Citizen Scientists Are Making a Difference for Pollinators

Mary Gardiner: Dandelion Detectives: A Youth Citizen Science Project Focused on the Value of Weeds

Dave Shetlar: Turfgass -- Green Desert, or Lilliputian Rainforest?

Reed Johnson: Bees and Pesticides: What Are the Risks?

Danae Wolfe: Close Up Bugs to Promote Connections with Critters

Dave Shetlar: Maximizing Plant Health to Avoid Pest Problems in the Landscape

Sarah Short: Lyme and West Nile: Understanding the Disease Vectors; Protecting Yourself in Nature

Jerome (Jerry) Wiedmann: Butterflies in Ohio

Katie Turo: Creating Pollinator Habitat, Including Lessons from Urban Cleveland

MaLisa Spring: The Ohio Dragonfly Survey -- What We Found and How You Helped!

Jeni Ruisch: Understanding Fear and How It Impacts Learners

Ashley Kulhanek: Using Phenology to Track and Manage Plant Pests

All participants will hear from morning speakers and will select from afternoon speakers at the event. Additionally, participants will register to either take an afternoon field trip to the OSU Museum of Biological Diversity (spaces limited) or will have a choice of additional afternoon speakers and topics at the event. No additional fees for afternoon options.