What is science all about? What do scientists do? What impact does the work of scientists have on society? These questions and more will be addressed at the Science Cafe on September 1 at 7pm at the Norman Public Library. The panel discussing these questions will include the University of Oklahoma Vice President for Research, Dr. Kelvin Droegemeier, the Dean of University College, Dr. Douglas Gaffin, and Dr. Joseph Rodgers, Professor of Psychology. These three will represent the traditionally distinct areas of physical, life and social sciences. The entire community is invited to take part, and there is no charge for admission. In addition, participants can submit their own questions to be answered by the panel of scientists.
Science Cafe Norman meets the first Thursday of each month, at the Norman Public Library. Coffee is provided by Gray Owl Coffee, and snacks and other drinks are provided by the Friends of the Norman Public Library. Questions and suggestions are always welcome, and should be submitted to Sean Crowell at sean.m.crowell@gmail.com.
Monday, August 22, 2011
Tuesday, August 9, 2011
Extended Season Gardening with Matt Collier
Thursday night's Science Café Norman was a hit with the crowd. Adjunct
Professor Matt Collier based his talk "Fall Gardening, Winter Harvest" on
his lifelong experience with organic gardening and the university course he
teaches titled, "Gardening, Community, & the Environment."
In his talk, Professor Collier provided ideas on how to grow and harvest
vegetables through the winter months. First, he described how to "read" your
space and to locate your garden beds in the ideal spot. When considering
the bed location he said to consider things such as the direction of the
wind, angle to the sun and neighboring slopes which will positively and
negatively impact your winter garden. In addition, he discussed things we
can do to add to the success of our beds such as building garden walls and
creating cold frames. He described several ways to make inexpensive, simple
and effective cold frames. Throughout his talk, Professor Collier included
pictures from his local garden to emphasize points and highlight concepts.
The night wrapped up with a discussion of the importance of compost,
vermicompost and aquaponics. Finally he handed out bookmarks with the
following recommended sources:
Professor Matt Collier based his talk "Fall Gardening, Winter Harvest" on
his lifelong experience with organic gardening and the university course he
teaches titled, "Gardening, Community, & the Environment."
In his talk, Professor Collier provided ideas on how to grow and harvest
vegetables through the winter months. First, he described how to "read" your
space and to locate your garden beds in the ideal spot. When considering
the bed location he said to consider things such as the direction of the
wind, angle to the sun and neighboring slopes which will positively and
negatively impact your winter garden. In addition, he discussed things we
can do to add to the success of our beds such as building garden walls and
creating cold frames. He described several ways to make inexpensive, simple
and effective cold frames. Throughout his talk, Professor Collier included
pictures from his local garden to emphasize points and highlight concepts.
The night wrapped up with a discussion of the importance of compost,
vermicompost and aquaponics. Finally he handed out bookmarks with the
following recommended sources:
- OSU Cooperative Extension Service handout - Fall Gardening.
- Four Season Harvest:Organic Vegetables From Your Home Garden All Year Around by Elliot Coleman (available at the Public Library).
- Seeds of Change commercial site
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